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Combined Cairo + Nile Cruise + Hurghada 12 Days: Culture & Red Sea
Our combined cairo nile hurghada is the formula egypt culture and beach the most complete offered in France: 12 days which combine 3 nights in Cairo (pyramids of Giza, Grand Egyptian Museum, Memphis, Saqqara), 4 nights of Nile cruise 4 nights between Luxor and Aswan (temples of Karnak, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae), and 4 nights of seaside relaxation on the hurghada red sea all inclusive. This is the Egypt trip 12 days perfect for combining pharaonic archeology and snorkeling in the coral reef.
Each egypt hurghada tour that we market includes domestic flights (Cairo-Luxor and Hurghada-Cairo), transfers in air-conditioned vehicles, a French speaking Egypt guide graduate in Egyptology for the entire cultural part, and an all-inclusive 4-5★ stay on the Red Sea coast. The combination is calibrated so that the active part (first 8 days of visits and giza pyramids and cruise) is followed by 4 days of real seaside decompression before the return flight - you return rested, not exhausted.
This cairo luxor aswan hurghada tour covers the pharaonic essentials: Cairo 3 days with access to the new great Egyptian museum GEM (open late 2024, complete treasure of Tutankhamun on display), river cruise with stops at all major temples, then beach in Hurghada with optional snorkeling at Giftun Island (world heritage coral reef). The Nile part offers Karnak temple in Luxor, Valley of the Kings, karnak luxor temple illuminated at night, and the temple of philae aswan reconstructed on the island of Agilkia.
From $1,930our Essential package includes 11 nights (Cairo 4★, Nile boat 5★, Hurghada 4★ all-inclusive), full board or all-inclusive depending on segment, all transfers, domestic flights and dedicated English-speaking guide. The Signature package ($2,320) upgrades Cairo to a pyramid view hotel and includes the Abu Simbel excursion from Aswan. The Prestige formula ($2,910) offers an experience all inclusive egypt trip premium with private dahabiya option 4 nights and 5★ Luxury Hurghada hotel. This formula Egypt 12 days 11 nights is our best experience/price ratio for travelers who want to combine culture and relaxation.
Prices 2026 - 3 Combined Formulas Cairo + Nile + Hurghada
Essential
- 12 days / 11 nights
- Cairo 3 nights hotel 4★
- Nile cruise 4 nights boat 5★
- Hurghada 4 nights 4★ all-inclusive
- Domestic flights included
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide
Signature
- 12 days / 11 nights
- Cairo 3 nights 5★ pyramids view
- Abu Simbel INCLUDED
- Hurghada 4 nights 4★+ all-inclusive
- Karnak Sound & Light Dinner Show
- Premium private transfers
Prestige
- 12 days / 11 nights
- Cairo 5★ Luxury (Four Seasons / Mena House)
- Dahabiya 4 nights private option
- Hurghada 5★ Luxury (Steigenberger, Baron Palace)
- Abu Simbel + Giza helicopter
- 24 hour concierge
Why Choose our Cairo + Nile + Hurghada Combined
Balanced tri-destination
3 nights Cairo + 4 nights Nile + 4 nights Hurghada = perfect mix of culture/cruise/beach over 12 days.
Domestic flights included
Cairo-Luxor and Hurghada-Cairo included in all packages - no hidden costs added to the quote.
Hurghada all-inclusive
4 nights all-inclusive in a 4-5★ resort - meals, drinks, snorkeling included.
Dahabiya upgrade option
Replace the large Nil liner with a 12-16 pax dahabiya in the Prestige formula (+$570).
Dedicated 12-day guide
The same French speaking Egypt guide graduate accompanies you throughout the cultural journey (Cairo + Nile).
WhatsApp 24h
Direct English-speaking support before, during and after your trip - response in 15 minutes on average.
Hurghada: True Relaxation After 8 Days of Archaeological Emotions
After 8 intense days of archeology (Cairo + Nile cruise), your body and mind need to relax. This is precisely why our handsets cairo cruise hurghada include 4 nights on the Red Sea at the end of your stay - never at the beginning. Seaside decompression becomes the climax of the trip, not just a bonus.
Why Hurghada rather than Sharm el-Sheikh or Marsa Alam
- Near Luxor: direct transfer Luxor-Hurghada in 4 hours road or 45 min flight. Sharm requires a return to Cairo, Marsa Alam is another 5 hours drive.
- Accessible reefs: Giftun Island 45 mins by boat - world class coral reef accessible in half day, no technical diving required.
- Competitive all-inclusive: Hurghada offers the best value for money in an all-inclusive 4★ in Egypt (15-20% cheaper than Sharm).
What you will do there
Relaxing on a private beach (most of our customers), Giftun Island snorkeling (optional excursion +$60), sunset catamaran, thalassotherapy for whoever wants, quad/buggy in the desert (+$40). The resort offers 20 km of beachfront and more than 200 hotels - our selected partners (Steigenberger, Baron Palace, Jaz Aquamarine, Hurghada Marriott Beach) guarantee quality and direct access to the private beach. Marsa Alam or Sahl Hasheesh extension option available on quote.
Detailed Program: 12 Days Cairo + Nile + Hurghada
Day 1 - Arrival in Cairo
Reception Cairo international airport, private transfer to your hotel 4-5★. Welcome dinner, program briefing with your English-speaking guide.
Day 2 - Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx
Full day: Great Pyramid of Cheops, Chephren, Mykerinos, Sphinx, temple of the valley. Lunch on the plateau. Visit of great Egyptian museum GEM at the end of the day (open at the end of 2024, complete Tutankhamun treasure).
Day 3 - Memphis, Saqqara & Dahshur
Ancient pharaonic capital, necropolis of Saqqara (step pyramid of Djoser), red and rhomboidal pyramids of Dahshur. Dinner in old Cairo.
Day 4 - Cairo-Luxor Flight & Boarding
Morning flight to Luxor (1 hour). Boarding your Nil 5★ boat. Visit the Karnak temple in the afternoon. Free evening in Luxor.
Day 5 - West Bank: Valley of the Kings
Valley of the Kings (3 tombs included including Tutankhamun optional), funerary temple of Hatshepsut in Deir el-Bahari, colossi of Memnon. Afternoon Luxor temple illuminated.
Day 6 - Edfu & Silsileh
Navigation to Edfu, visit the best preserved temple of Horus in Egypt. Crossing Gebel Silsileh (pharaonic quarries). Dinner on board.
Day 7 - Kom Ombo & Arrival Aswan
Double temple of Kom Ombo (Sobek-Haroëris) in the morning. Navigation to Aswan, arrival in the afternoon. Visit temple of philae aswan in felucca.
Day 8 - Aswan & Abu Simbel Option
High Dam, unfinished obelisk. Abou Simbel option (Signature & Prestige included, +$180 Essential): 3h30 round trip to see the 2 colossal temples of Ramses II.
Day 9 - Flight Aswan-Hurghada
Morning flight to Hurghada (45 min). Transfer to 4-5★ all-inclusive resort hotel on the seafront. Lunch by the pool. Lazy afternoon on private beach.
Day 10 - Hurghada: Relaxing or Snorkeling
All-inclusive free day. Giftun Island snorkeling option (+$60/pers): boat to the coral reef, masks and fins provided, lunch on board.
Day 11 - Hurghada: Relaxation
Free day. Possible options: hotel spa, sunset catamaran, quad in the desert, Luxor day excursion for the most curious (+$120).
Day 12 - Flight Hurghada-Cairo & Return
Breakfast, free time according to flight schedule. Hurghada-Cairo domestic flight arranged by SEV, then transfer to Cairo airport for your own flight home. End of our services.
Honest Comparison: SEV vs. Competitors (Combined 12 days)
| Criterion | SEV Combined | TUI Explorations | FRAM Egypt | World Travelers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance price | $1,930 | $1,750 | $1,560 | $3,400+ |
| Duration | 12d / 11n | 12d / 11n | 12d / 11n | 12-14 days |
| Cairo hotel | 4★ (Signature 5★ pyramid view) | 4★ | 3-4★ | 5★ Luxury |
| Nile cruise | 5★ (dahabiya Prestige option) | 4-5★ | 4★ | luxury dahabiya |
| Hurghada | 4-5★ all-inclusive | 4★ AI | 3-4★ AI | private villa 5★ |
| Abu Simbel | ✅ upon signature | +$120 | +$110 | ✅ |
| GEM included | ✅ all formulas | ✅ | ❌ option | ✅ |
| Domestic flights | ✅ included | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| WhatsApp 24h | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Dahabiya upgrade | ✅ Prestige | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
Note: FRAM $1,560positioned in 3★ hotels with 4★ Nile boat - inferior hotel service. SEV $1,930rises to 4★ Cairo + 5★ Nile for $380more, a difference largely justified by comfort.
FAQ: Combined Cairo + Nile + Hurghada 12 Days
Why do Hurghada at the end of the trip and not at the beginning?
Physiologically and psychologically, 4 days on the beach are more effective in decompressing after 8 intense days of archeology than at the start of the trip. You come home refreshed instead of exhausted. This is the principle of great circuits egypt culture and beach : culture first, relaxation second.
Are domestic flights included?
Yes, all your domestic flights within Egypt (Cairo-Luxor, Aswan-Hurghada, Hurghada-Cairo) are arranged and included by SEV in all 3 packages. You book your own flight to Egypt independently.
What is the difference between Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh?
Hurghada is geographically optimal after a Nile cruise: direct transfer Luxor-Hurghada (4h road or 45min flight), while Sharm requires a return to Cairo then a separate flight, which lengthens the trip and increases the cost. Equivalent reef quality (Giftun vs Ras Mohammed).
Can we replace the Nil boat with a dahabiya?
Yes, in the Prestige formula - the private dahabiya for 12-16 passengers over 4 nights replaces the large 150 pax liner. Supplement +$570/pers. For a 100% dahabiya experience, see our dedicated page Cairo + Dahabiya Nile 10 days (from $2,320)
Are meals included throughout the stay?
Yes, full board on the Nile (breakfast, lunch, dinner on board), all-inclusive in Hurghada (meals + local alcoholic drinks + snacks), breakfast in Cairo. Lunches in Cairo and dinner in certain cities on estimate according to formula.
What to do in Hurghada for 4 days?
Relaxing private beach, Giftun Island snorkeling, catamaran, quad biking in the desert, optional Luxor excursion from Hurghada (+$120), thalassotherapy, fishing trip in the Red Sea. Most of our clients (90%) prefer relaxation and 1-2 excursions max - that's the purpose of a tour hurghada red sea all inclusive
Is this tour suitable for families with children?
Yes, excellent for families with children 6 years+. Hurghada at the end is a children's reward after 8 days of culture. For children <6 ans, préférez notre Smile of the Sphinx circuit shorter and family-friendly.
What is the best season?
October to April for the cultural part (Cairo/Nile), all year round for Hurghada (stable seaside climate 22-32°C). Our recommendation: November-March for the perfect balance (mild Cairo, temperate Nile, warm sea in Hurghada).
Can we add Abu Simbel?
Abou Simbel is included in the Signature ($2,320) and Prestige ($2,910) formulas. In Essential, option at +$180/pers. Excursion from Aswan day 8, 3h30 return road or flight (+$170 supplement).
How to book and cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 60 days. Between 60 and 30 days: 30% retained. Less than 30 days: 50%. Cancellation insurance recommended from $70/person for a tour of this value.
What Our Travelers Are Saying
“The perfect combination: 8 days of intense culture with our team then 4 days of beach time without lifting a finger. Hurghada at the end = revelation. GEM in Cairo is a visual shock. $2,320for this level, we found something to complain about: nowhere. »
- Dujardin family, Rennes, March 2026 (Signature formula)“We were hesitant with TUI at $2,140SEV for $1,930included dahabiya option and Cairo 5★ - ultra personalized service. The well-balanced 4-night cruise, Hurghada 4★ Jaz Aquamarine impeccable. Exceptional guide Ahmed. »
- Sophie & Marc R., Strasbourg, February 2026 (Essential formula)“Unforgettable honeymoon. Prestige with Mena House in Cairo (terrace on pyramids), dahabiya 4 nights private, Baron Palace Hurghada. $2,910per person, incomparable to Voyageurs du Monde who asked us $4,370»
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