10-Day Egypt Family Tour | Nile, Abu Simbel & Red Sea
10 Days / 9 Nights
Duration
2 - 6
Group Size
6
Destinations
Daily
Departures
The Experience
Discover exceptional all-inclusive luxury family vacations journeying through six iconic Egyptian destinations in complete comfort. Explore ancient Nile temples, Abu Simbel's colossal monuments, snorkel pristine Red Sea reefs, and discover mystical Siwa Oasis. Your 10-day journey combines hands-on cultural workshops, desert safaris, private yacht excursions, and treasure hunts creating unforgettable family memories. Travel with just 2-6 guests ensuring personalized attention from expert Egyptologist guides. Enjoy five-star accommodations, all meals, internal flights, and age-appropriate activities throughout Egypt's greatest treasures from Luxor to the Red Sea coast.
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Your Journey
Day 1 | Luxor - Arrival & Nile Views
Arrive at Luxor International Airport where your VIP representative meets you and provides fast-track visa and customs service. Comfortable Toyota Hiace transfer to your luxury hotel overlooking the Nile. Check into your spacious family suite with river views. Afternoon at leisure to settle in after your journey. Evening welcome dinner at your hotel where your expert Egyptologist guide introduces the exciting adventure ahead and answers questions about Egypt's ancient sites. Overnight: Luxury Hotel, Luxor Meals: Welcome dinner included
Day 2 | Luxor East Bank - Karnak & Sunset
After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide for morning exploration of Luxor's East Bank. Visit Luxor Temple built predominantly by Ramses II and connected to Karnak by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes. Continue to Karnak Temple, the world's largest religious complex spanning over 200 acres. Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall with 134 towering columns. Children enjoy Temple Exploration Challenge decoding ancient symbols. Evening felucca sailboat ride on the Nile with traditional music as the sun sets creating magical family moments. Overnight: Luxury Hotel, Luxor Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 3 | West Bank - Valley of Kings & Tombs
After breakfast, cross the Nile to Luxor's West Bank exploring the royal necropolis. Visit the Valley of the Kings entering Tutankhamun's tomb discovered intact in 1922, along with other spectacularly decorated royal tombs preserving vivid colors for over 3,000 years. Continue to Queen Hatshepsut's dramatic mortuary temple carved into limestone cliffs. Children participate in Discover Ancient Symbols treasure hunt. Afternoon check-in to your luxury Nile cruise vessel with spacious family suite and private balcony. Overnight: Luxury Nile Cruise Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 4 | Edfu & Kom Ombo - Temple Discovery
Breakfast onboard as the cruise sails to Edfu. Visit the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt's best-preserved temples built between 237-57 BC, arriving by traditional horse-drawn carriage through local streets. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo visiting the unique dual temple dedicated to both Horus the falcon god and Sobek the crocodile god. Children join an onboard bread-making workshop learning traditional Egyptian baking methods. Evening features pharaonic dress-up party with costumes provided. Overnight: Luxury Nile Cruise Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 5 | Aswan - Philae & Nubian Culture
After breakfast, arrive in Aswan with its distinct Nubian character. Take a private motorboat across the reservoir to Agilkia Island visiting Philae Temple, a beautiful sanctuary dedicated to Isis. The temple was relocated stone by stone by UNESCO to save it from flooding. Afternoon visits a traditional Nubian village where children participate in painting workshops with local artists, learn traditional drumming rhythms, and enjoy authentic Nubian sweets. Sunset felucca sailboat ride around Elephantine Island with white sails catching the breeze. Overnight: Luxury Nile Cruise Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 6 | Abu Simbel - Colossal Temples
Early morning drive to Abu Simbel, one of Egypt's most spectacular archaeological sites on the banks of Lake Nasser. Visit the twin temples of Ramses II and Nefertari carved into the mountainside 3,200 years ago. Marvel at the four colossal statues of Ramses II, each standing 20 meters tall. Venture inside the rock-cut chambers viewing the detailed reliefs depicting the pharaoh's military victories and religious scenes. Visit the smaller Temple of Nefertari honoring the queen. Drive back to Aswan returning to your cruise for the afternoon. Overnight: Luxury Nile Cruise Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 7 | Hurghada - Red Sea Arrival
After breakfast, disembark from the cruise and transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Hurghada on the Red Sea coast. Transfer to your luxury beachfront resort. Check into your spacious family suite with private balcony overlooking the turquoise waters. Afternoon at leisure to settle in and enjoy the resort's pristine beach, infinity pool with panoramic sea views, or lush tropical gardens. Evening dinner at the resort featuring international cuisine. Overnight: Luxury Red Sea Resort Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 8 | Red Sea - Snorkeling & Marine Life
After breakfast, board your private luxury yacht for a full-day excursion to Giftun Islands Marine Reserve. Snorkel among colorful coral reefs teeming with tropical fish, sea turtles, and exotic marine species with professional marine biologists explaining the underwater ecosystem. Adults can enjoy spa treatments on deck while children explore through the yacht's glass-bottom viewing area. Gourmet lunch prepared by your personal chef served onboard featuring freshly grilled seafood and international cuisine. Return to the resort in the afternoon. Overnight: The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 9 | Siwa Oasis - Desert Adventure
After breakfast, drive to Siwa Oasis, a remote desert paradise near the Libyan border. The scenic drive takes approximately 9-10 hours through changing desert landscapes. Check into your eco-lodge surrounded by thousands of date palm groves and natural springs. Evening at leisure to relax after the journey and enjoy dinner at the lodge with traditional Siwan dishes. Overnight: Eco-Lodge, Siwa Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 10 | Siwa & Cairo - Oracle Temple & Departure
After breakfast, visit the Temple of the Oracle, the ancient site where Alexander the Great journeyed in 331 BC to seek divine confirmation of his status. Explore the ruins of this historically significant temple with views across the oasis. Children participate in hands-on cultural workshops learning traditional pottery making techniques and palm weaving with local Siwan artisans, taking home handmade souvenirs. After lunch, drive back to Cairo. Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your onward international departure carrying memories of an extraordinary Egyptian family adventure. Meals: Breakfast included
Included
- meet-and-assist service by our representatives at airports
- All transfers by private luxury vehicles
- 2 nights accommodation in 5-star hotel in Luxor (Family Room)
- 4 nights accommodation on 5-star luxury Nile cruise (Family Suite)
- 2 nights accommodation at The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh (Family Suite)
- 1 night accommodation at eco-lodge in Siwa
- All domestic flights during your tour
- All entry fees to archaeological sites mentioned in the itinerary
- Services of an Egyptologist guide on a private tour throughout your trip
- Felucca sailboat ride with live music
- Horse-drawn carriage at Edfu Temple
- Private motorboat to Philae Temple
- Nubian village visit with painting and drumming workshops
- Private yacht to Giftun Islands Marine Reserve
- 4x4 desert exploration and sandboarding in Siwa
- All meals stated in the itinerary – (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch, (D) for dinner
- Bottled water during all tours and meals
- 24/7 on-call support
- All applicable taxes and VAT
Not Included
- International flights to and from Cairo
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, cruise staff, and lodge staff
- Alcoholic beverages
- Travel insurance
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