Full Description
The 15-Day Egypt Tour combines a seven-night cultural route on the Nile with Cairo and five nights of relaxation on the Red Sea.
You begin in Luxor, spend seven nights on a 5-star Nile cruise ship and travel through Edfu and Kom Ombo to Aswan. Abu Simbel is also part of the itinerary. The cruise then returns towards Luxor.
From Luxor, you fly to Cairo. Here, you visit places including Coptic and Islamic Cairo, the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
On Day 10, you fly to Hurghada. The final five nights are spent at a 5-star Red Sea resort.
The sightseeing is privately arranged with a German- or English-speaking Egyptologist. There are no planned shopping stops.
Participants | Services | Indicative Price per Person |
|---|---|---|
2 people | Private transfers, Egyptologist, 5-star accommodation & 5-star Nile cruise | €3,170 |
3–4 people | Private transfers, Egyptologist, 5-star accommodation & 5-star Nile cruise | €2,800 |
5–8 people | Private transfers, Egyptologist, 5-star accommodation & 5-star Nile cruise | €2,500 |
Single room and single cabin supplement: confirm before booking.
Important: this tour is currently published as non-binding travel information and planning. Availability, final price, specific hotels, Nile cruise ship, flight connections, operating tour company and contractual terms are confirmed before any booking.
15-Day Egypt Tour at a Glance
The tour includes:
15 days / 14 nights
Private organisation of sightseeing and transfers
7 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise ship
Full board during the Nile cruise
2 nights in a 5-star hotel in Cairo
Breakfast in Cairo
Lunch on the published sightseeing days
5 nights in a 5-star resort in Hurghada
Full board (list item under the 5 Hurghada nights)
Luxor
Karnak
Luxor Temple
Edfu
Kom Ombo
Aswan
Philae
High Dam
Unfinished Obelisk
Felucca ride
Abu Simbel
Valley of the Kings
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossi of Memnon
Coptic Cairo
Saladin Citadel
Muhammad Ali Mosque
El-Moez Street and Khan el-Khalili depending on timing
Pyramids of Giza
Great Sphinx
Grand Egyptian Museum
Hurghada
Domestic flight Luxor–Cairo
Domestic flight Cairo–Hurghada
Private transfers according to the confirmed programme
Entrance tickets for the confirmed standard sights
No planned shopping stops
Why This 15-Day Route Works Well
The trip combines three very different parts of Egypt.
First comes Upper Egypt with:
Temples
Tombs
The Nile
Aswan
Abu Simbel
Then comes Cairo with:
Pyramids
Sphinx
Museums
Christian history
Islamic history
The final days are spent on the Red Sea.
This means you do not have to fly home immediately after several intensive sightseeing days.
Your Overnight Stays
Overview of your nights:
Nights 1–7: Nile cruise ship
Nights 8–9: Cairo
Nights 10–14: Hurghada
Day 15: return flight
That gives 14 overnight stays across 15 travel days.
3 Nile cruise nights
2 Cairo nights
4 Hurghada nights
Day 1 – Arrival in Luxor & Embarkation
The tour begins with a direct flight from Cologne/Bonn to Luxor.
After landing, you are met at the airport and privately transferred to the Nile cruise ship.
Direct Flight to Luxor
Before booking, please ask us to confirm whether the international flight:
Is included in the tour price
Is offered separately
Depends on the departure date
Is available only on selected dates
The flight is only definitely included once it appears in your personal offer.
Private Airport Transfer
After arrival in Luxor, a private transfer to the ship is planned.
Before travel, confirm:
Flight number
Arrival time
Meeting point
Name of the cruise ship
Embarkation time
Embarkation
After check-in, you settle into your cabin.
The first evening is mainly for arrival and rest.
Overnight: 5-star Nile cruise ship in Luxor
Meals: dinner according to the itinerary
Day 2 – Karnak & Luxor Temple
After breakfast, the cultural programme begins on Luxor’s East Bank.
Karnak Temple
Karnak is one of Egypt’s largest temple complexes.
During the visit, you see areas such as:
Pylons
Courtyards
Obelisks
Reliefs
Great Hypostyle Hall
Your Egyptologist explains the main building phases and religious context.
Great Hypostyle Hall
The monumental column hall is one of Karnak’s best-known areas.
Comfortable shoes and sun protection are useful here.
Luxor Temple
You then visit Luxor Temple in the centre of modern Luxor.
Karnak and Luxor Temple were historically connected by the Avenue of Sphinxes.
The time available at both sites depends on the cruise schedule.
Start of the Nile Cruise
After sightseeing, you return to the ship.
The cruise then begins towards Edfu.
Overnight: on board
Meals: full board
Day 3 – Edfu & Kom Ombo
Today includes two major temple complexes.
Temple of Horus at Edfu
The visible temple at Edfu dates mainly from the Ptolemaic period.
It was dedicated to Horus.
During the visit, you can see:
Large pylon
Open courtyard
Columned halls
Reliefs
Sanctuary areas
Kom Ombo
The ship then continues to Kom Ombo.
The temple stands directly beside the Nile.
Double Temple of Kom Ombo
Kom Ombo has an unusual layout.
The complex was dedicated to two main deities:
Sobek
Harwer, or Horus the Elder
This gives important parts of the temple a doubled or symmetrical arrangement.
Continue to Aswan
After the visit, the ship continues towards Aswan.
Overnight: on board
Meals: full board
Day 4 – Aswan: Philae, High Dam & Felucca
Today includes several well-known Aswan sites.
Philae Temple
Philae now stands on Agilkia Island.
The temple complex was strongly connected with the goddess Isis.
A boat ride is needed to reach the site.
Mobility at Philae
Getting on and off the boat should be considered in advance if you have limited mobility.
Depending on the landing point, there may be:
Steps
Uneven surfaces
Changing height differences
Aswan High Dam
You then visit the High Dam.
This stop is generally shorter than the temple visits.
Your guide explains its importance for the modern Nile.
Unfinished Obelisk
The next stop is the ancient granite quarry area.
Here lies the Unfinished Obelisk.
The site helps show how very large stone monuments were worked in ancient Egypt.
Felucca Ride
A traditional felucca ride is also part of the itinerary.
The exact duration depends on the day’s timing and wind conditions.
Aswan Market
The market is visited if time allows.
It is not a guaranteed stop.
Overnight: on board in Aswan
Meals: full board
Day 5 – Abu Simbel
Day 5 starts early.
You travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel.
Early Start
The exact departure time is confirmed locally according to the travel and cruise schedule.
The day can feel more demanding because:
You start early
The road transfer is long
Temple sightseeing follows
Great Temples of Abu Simbel
You visit the two famous rock-cut temples.
The larger temple belongs to Ramesses II.
Its façade is dominated by four huge seated statues.
Temple of Nefertari
Beside it stands the smaller temple associated with Queen Nefertari and the goddess Hathor.
Relocation of the Temples
The temples were moved during the 20th century to protect them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
Your Egyptologist explains the history of this international rescue project.
Return to Aswan
After the visit, you drive back to Aswan.
The cruise then begins its return towards Luxor.
Overnight: on board
Meals: full board
Day 6 – Nile Cruise Towards Luxor
Day 6 is calmer.
The ship travels back towards Luxor.
You can spend more of the day relaxing on board.
Nile Scenery
Depending on the river section, you may see:
Fields
Palm trees
Small settlements
Desert hills
Fishing boats
Agricultural riverbanks
Kom Ombo, Edfu & Esna Lock
The ship passes back through the Kom Ombo and Edfu areas and through Esna Lock.
This does not mean all previously visited temples are automatically visited again.
Schedule Changes
The exact sequence depends on:
Cruise schedule
Lock operation
Water level
Local conditions
Overnight: on board
Meals: full board
Day 7 – Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Colossi of Memnon
After breakfast, you begin the West Bank programme in Luxor.
Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings is one of the main sites of the entire 15-Day Egypt Tour.
Many rulers of the New Kingdom were buried here.
The standard ticket covers regularly accessible tombs according to current entrance rules.
Special Tombs
Additional tombs such as:
Tutankhamun
Seti I
are not automatically included.
If a particular tomb matters to you, confirm it in advance.
More practical information:
Hatshepsut Temple
You then visit the terraced memorial temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
The temple stands beneath the high limestone cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon are a shorter photo stop.
The two seated statues originally belonged to the memorial temple of Amenhotep III.
Final Night on the Ship
After sightseeing, you return to the ship.
This is the seventh and final night of the Nile cruise.
Overnight: on board in Luxor
Meals: full board
Day 8 – Luxor to Cairo & Old Cairo
After breakfast, you disembark.
A private transfer then takes you to Luxor Airport.
Domestic Flight Luxor–Cairo
Today you fly:
Luxor → Cairo
Arrival in Cairo
After landing, you meet your Egyptologist.
How much sightseeing fits into this day depends on the actual arrival time.
Coptic Cairo
The Hanging Church is part of the programme.
Depending on time and route, other parts of Coptic Cairo may also be included.
Saladin Citadel
You then visit the Citadel of Saladin.
The prominent Muhammad Ali Mosque stands within the complex.
Muhammad Ali Mosque
For the mosque visit, modest clothing is recommended.
Shoulders and knees should be covered.
Women may also need a head covering depending on current visitor rules.
El-Moez Street & Khan el-Khalili
Both places are visited if time allows.
They are not guaranteed evening stops.
Hotel in Cairo
You are then privately transferred to the 5-star hotel.
Overnight: 5-star hotel in Cairo
Meals: according to the confirmed daily plan
Day 9 – Pyramids, Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum
Today is the main Cairo sightseeing day.
Pyramids of Giza
You visit the Giza Plateau with:
Khufu
Khafre
Menkaure
Going Inside a Pyramid
Entrance inside a pyramid is not included.
If you want to enter one, the extra ticket should be arranged according to current rules.
Great Sphinx
You then visit the Great Sphinx.
It forms part of the wider Giza archaeological area.
More practical advice:
Lunch
Breakfast and lunch are included on this day.
Drinks are only included if they are confirmed in the final offer.
Grand Egyptian Museum
You then visit the Grand Egyptian Museum.
The exact route inside depends on:
Current open areas
Visitor numbers
Available time
Museum rules
Second Night in Cairo
After sightseeing, you return to the hotel.
Overnight: 5-star hotel in Cairo
Meals: breakfast and lunch according to the itinerary
Day 10 – Flight from Cairo to Hurghada
After breakfast, you are privately transferred to Cairo Airport.
Domestic Flight Cairo–Hurghada
This flight is included in the itinerary.
After landing in Hurghada, a private transfer takes you to the resort.
Check-In on the Red Sea
After check-in, the rest of the day is free.
Overnight: 5-star resort in Hurghada
Meals: full board
Days 10 to 14 – Beach Holiday in Hurghada
The next days are deliberately left free of compulsory sightseeing.
After Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel and Cairo, you have time to rest.
What Can You Do in Hurghada?
You can:
Relax on the beach
Swim
Snorkel
Use the resort facilities
Book optional excursions
No Compulsory Excursions
The Hurghada days are free days.
Any extra activities are optional.
This can be especially useful after several early starts during the cultural part of the trip.
Optional Boat Trips
If you want to snorkel during your stay, there are several boat-trip options.
More information:
Snorkelling for Beginners
If you have never snorkelled before:
Private Speedboat Tour
If you prefer a smaller private sea trip:
Desert Safari
Desert trips can also be booked separately.
More about quad, buggy and Jeep safari styles:
Five Nights in Hurghada
You spend 5 nights in Hurghada.
Overview:
Day 10: arrival and first resort night
Day 11
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
Day 15: departure
Day 15 – Return Flight from Hurghada to Germany
On the final day, free time depends on the flight schedule.
A private transfer takes you to Hurghada Airport.
Destination Airport in Germany
The return airport depends on the available flight connection.
A specific German arrival airport is only guaranteed once the flight is confirmed.
Is the International Return Flight Included?
International flights are confirmed as part of the final personal offer and are only included in the price when they are clearly listed there.
Why Flight Details Need Confirmation
This itinerary includes several flight segments.
The tour includes these flights:
Germany → Luxor
Luxor → Cairo
Cairo → Hurghada
Hurghada → Germany
The two domestic Egyptian flights are included in the itinerary.
The international flights need confirmation in the final offer.
Nile Cruise: 7 Nights
You spend:
7 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise ship.
Nile Cruise Route
The cruise route:
Luxor → Edfu → Kom Ombo → Aswan → back towards Luxor
It is therefore a seven-night Luxor–Aswan–Luxor cruise.
What Does a 5-Star Nile Cruise Mean?
The cruise is on a 5-star ship.
Before booking, confirm:
Ship name
Cabin category
Cabin size
Bed type
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Deck location
Meal basis
Onboard facilities
Full Board on the Ship
Full board is planned during the seven cruise nights.
Drinks are only included when clearly stated in the final offer or onboard meal arrangement.
5-Star Hotel in Cairo
The tour lists two nights in a 5-star Cairo hotel.
The hotel name should be confirmed before booking.
Also confirm:
Room category
Breakfast
Location
Extra-bed arrangements
Resort in Hurghada
In Hurghada you stay five nights in a 5-star resort.
Before booking, confirm whether the resort includes:
Full board
All inclusive
Or another meal plan
15-Day Egypt Tour with Children
Child prices:
Adults: 12 years and over
Children 6–11: 50%
Children 0–5: free
For a 15-day package, the final child price should still be confirmed individually.
Why Child Pricing Needs Separate Confirmation
The trip includes:
Flights
Cruise cabin
Hotels
Resort
Transfers
Entrance tickets
Meals
The final child price may therefore depend on:
Age
Airline fare
Cabin occupancy
Hotel bed
Room arrangement
Is This Trip Suitable for Young Children?
That depends on the child.
The cultural section includes:
Early starts
Abu Simbel
Several temple visits
Flights
Walking
Heat
Museum visits
The free days in Hurghada provide a useful break.
Families should still consider realistically how well their child manages long sightseeing days.
Limited Mobility
The tour is not fully accessible.
Important points include:
Airports
Boarding and leaving the cruise ship
Stairs on board
Valley of the Kings
Tomb access
Karnak
Hatshepsut Temple
Edfu
Kom Ombo
Philae boat
Abu Simbel
Giza Plateau
Museum walking
If you use a wheelchair or walking aid, each part should be checked before booking.
More planning advice:
Valley of the Kings with Limited Mobility
Not every tomb is equally accessible.
Some contain:
Steep steps
Long corridors
Uneven flooring
You do not need to enter every included tomb.
Hot-Air Balloon as an Optional Extra
A hot-air balloon flight over Luxor is listed as an optional extra.
It is weather-dependent.
If a flight is cancelled for safety reasons, the terms of the separately booked activity apply.
It is not included in the standard tour price.
Sound and Light Shows
Optional shows are available:
At the Pyramids
At Karnak
These are not part of the standard programme.
They should only be added if flight, cruise and sightseeing times allow.
No Planned Shopping Stops
The tour is specifically offered without planned shopping stops.
This keeps sightseeing time focused on:
Temples
Tombs
Museums
City areas
Historic places
Private Tour and Cruise Ship
The sightseeing and transfers are privately organised.
That does not automatically mean the entire Nile cruise ship is reserved exclusively for your group.
Other guests can be on board.
What to Pack
For 15 days covering the Nile, Cairo and the Red Sea, you need different types of clothing.
Useful items include:
Passport
Required travel documents
Comfortable shoes
Lightweight clothing
Modest clothing for mosques and churches
Sun cream
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Swimwear
Personal medication
Light jacket for air conditioning and cooler evenings
Power bank
Phone or camera
Domestic Flights and Luggage
Because the route includes two domestic flights, please check the airlines’ baggage rules with us before booking.
This matters especially if you are travelling with larger luggage for a 15-day trip.
Early Start for Abu Simbel
The Abu Simbel day is one of the longest days of the trip.
It is sensible to rest early the night before and take only what you need for the visit.
Culture First, Relaxation Afterwards
The final Hurghada section is not simply an extra add-on.
It gives you time to rest before travelling home after a busy cultural programme.
For many travellers, this order works well:
Culture first, beach afterwards.
Planned Inclusions
Private transfers according to the itinerary
German- or English-speaking Egyptologist during sightseeing
7 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise ship
Full board during the Nile cruise
2 nights in a 5-star hotel in Cairo
Breakfast in Cairo
Lunch according to the confirmed Cairo programme
5 nights in a 5-star resort in Hurghada
Hurghada meal plan according to the final confirmed offer
Domestic flight Luxor–Cairo
Domestic flight Cairo–Hurghada
Karnak
Luxor Temple
Edfu
Kom Ombo
Philae
High Dam
Unfinished Obelisk
Felucca ride
Abu Simbel
Valley of the Kings
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossi of Memnon
Coptic Cairo
Saladin Citadel
Muhammad Ali Mosque
Pyramids of Giza
Great Sphinx
Grand Egyptian Museum
Entrance tickets for the confirmed standard sights
Taxes and service charges according to the final offer
No planned shopping stops
Confirm Before Any Booking
Please ask us to confirm these points in writing:
Final price
Exact travel dates
Operating tour company
Contractual terms
Whether international flights are included
Departure airport in Germany
Return airport in Germany
Exact flight times
Baggage allowance
Domestic flight Luxor–Cairo
Domestic flight Cairo–Hurghada
Name of the Nile cruise ship
Cabin category
7 cruise nights
Exact Cairo hotel
2 Cairo nights
Exact Hurghada resort
5 Hurghada nights
Full board or all inclusive in Hurghada
Meals on flight and transfer days
Standard tombs in the Valley of the Kings
Any special tombs
Pyramid interior tickets
Time for El-Moez and Khan el-Khalili
Child fares
Single room and single cabin supplements
Mobility requirements
Not Automatically Included in the Standard Price
Until the personal travel contract says otherwise:
Egypt visa
Tips
Personal expenses
Drinks outside confirmed meal arrangements
Interior entry to the Pyramids
Special tombs such as Tutankhamun or Seti I
Optional hot-air balloon flight
Sound and light shows
Optional Hurghada excursions
Extra services outside the confirmed programme
International flights are only included when they are clearly listed in your personal offer.
Tips on a 15-Day Tour
During this route, you may meet:
Drivers
Egyptologists
Cruise crew
Hotel staff
Resort staff
For general guidance on tipping in Egypt:
Enquire About the 15-Day Egypt Tour
If you want to combine Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Cairo and the Red Sea in one private 15-Day Egypt Tour, you can make a non-binding enquiry for your preferred dates.
Tell us:
Preferred travel date
Number of adults
Number and ages of children
Preferred departure airport
Preferred room and cabin arrangement
Preferred language
Mobility limitations
Dietary requirements
Preferred meal plan in Hurghada
Interest in special tombs
Interest in optional excursions
Any preferred extension before or after the tour
Before any booking, flights, ship, cabin, hotels, resort, meal plan, itinerary, availability, final price and contractual terms are confirmed in writing.
