9-Day Egypt Budget Tour
Cairo • Nile Cruise • Hurghada
First, explore Cairo’s ancient wonders. Next, fly to Aswan for a 5-star Nile cruise to Luxor. Finally, relax for three nights beside the Red Sea in Hurghada.
Local experts since 2007 • Private guided sightseeing • 5-star Nile cruise
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Egypt Budget Tours: 9 Days Cairo, Nile Cruise & Hurghada
Moreover, discover Egypt with our 9-Day Egypt Budget Tour, designed to combine history, Nile scenery and Red Sea relaxation at an affordable price. First, explore Cairo and the Giza Pyramids. Afterwards, fly to Aswan and begin a three-night 5-star Nile cruise to Luxor. Finally, continue to Hurghada for three nights of full-board relaxation. Therefore, solo travelers, couples and families can experience several of Egypt’s highlights in one carefully organized package.
Cairo & Giza
First, see the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. Next, discover the Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel and Old Coptic Cairo.
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Aswan
Afterwards, visit the High Dam and Philae Temple. Then, enjoy a felucca ride before boarding your Nile cruise.
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Aswan to Luxor
Next, sail through Kom Ombo and Edfu. Meanwhile, enjoy full-board meals and Nile views aboard your cruise.
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Luxor
Then, explore Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple with your Egyptologist guide.
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Hurghada
Finally, unwind beside the Red Sea with full-board meals and free time for optional snorkeling or diving.
Explore Hurghada →Egypt Budget Tours – 9-Day Itinerary
First, spend two nights in Cairo. Next, continue to Aswan for three nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise. Afterwards, travel from Luxor to Hurghada for three relaxing nights. However, cruise navigation and flight schedules may require minor operational changes while keeping the listed visits included.
Egypt Budget Tours – Cairo Highlights
First, begin with the Pyramids and Sphinx. Afterwards, explore the Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo and Old Coptic Cairo.
DAY 01Arrival in Cairo – Pyramids & Sphinx
Airport assistance • Giza Pyramids • Sphinx+
First, upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will greet you and assist with the arrival procedures. Afterwards, transfer privately to your hotel and check in.
Next, begin your sightseeing at the Giza Plateau. Explore the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, then visit the Valley Temple and see the legendary Great Sphinx. Finally, return to your Cairo hotel for the night.
DAY 02Cairo City Wonders
Egyptian Museum • Saladin Citadel • Coptic Cairo+
First, start at the Egyptian Museum and explore its remarkable collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Next, continue to the Citadel of Saladin and visit the Mohamed Ali Mosque.
In the afternoon, continue to Old Coptic Cairo. There, visit the Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church, St. Barbara Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Finally, return to your hotel for a restful evening.
Egypt Budget Tours – Aswan & Nile Cruise
Next, fly south to Aswan. Then, sail north through Kom Ombo and Edfu before reaching the temples of Luxor.
DAY 03Fly to Aswan – Begin the Nile Cruise
High Dam • Philae Temple • Felucca • Cruise check-in+
After breakfast, therefore, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, next, meet our local team and begin with the Aswan High Dam. Afterwards, take a motorboat to Philae Temple, the island sanctuary dedicated to Isis.
Afterwards, enjoy a peaceful felucca ride on the Nile before boarding your selected 5-star Nile cruise. Finally, relax with lunch and dinner on board.
DAY 04Kom Ombo, Edfu & Esna Lock
Double temple • Temple of Horus • Nile sailing+
After breakfast, first, sail to Kom Ombo and visit the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Next, return to the cruise and continue toward Edfu.
After lunch, next, explore the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Afterwards, sail toward Luxor via Esna, enjoy afternoon tea and cross Esna Lock. Finally, join the evening galabeya party and enjoy dinner on board.
DAY 05Luxor East Bank – Karnak & Luxor Temples
Karnak Temple • Luxor Temple • Cruise entertainment+
First, enjoy breakfast and free time on board. After lunch, next, meet your guide and explore the vast Karnak Temple Complex. Next, continue to Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
Afterwards, return to the cruise for dinner. Finally, enjoy the evening entertainment program and spend your last night on board in Luxor.
Egypt Budget Tours – Luxor & Hurghada
Afterwards, discover Luxor’s royal West Bank. Finally, continue to Hurghada for three nights beside the Red Sea.
DAY 06Luxor West Bank – Transfer to Hurghada
Valley of the Kings • Hatshepsut • Colossi of Memnon+
After breakfast, first, disembark from the cruise at approximately 8:00 AM. First, explore the Valley of the Kings with your Egyptologist guide. Next, visit Queen Hatshepsut Temple at Deir el-Bahari and stop at the Colossi of Memnon.
Once sightseeing finishes, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Hurghada. Afterwards, check in at your Red Sea hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.
DAY 07Free Day in Hurghada
Beach relaxation • Optional snorkeling or diving+
Meanwhile, enjoy a full free day beside the Red Sea. For example, relax on the beach, swim in the clear water or simply enjoy your resort facilities.
Alternatively, optional snorkeling, diving or boat excursions can be arranged upon request. Meanwhile, breakfast, lunch and dinner are included at the hotel.
DAY 08Another Red Sea Day
Free time • Resort facilities • Optional activities+
Similarly, enjoy another free day in Hurghada. You may sunbathe, browse local shops or continue enjoying the hotel and beach.
In addition, optional sea excursions and spa treatments may be available upon request. Finally, enjoy your last evening on the Red Sea.
DAY 09Return to Cairo – End of Tour
Breakfast • Check-out • Private road transfer+
After breakfast, first, check out from your Hurghada hotel. Then, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle back to Cairo.
Finally, transfer to Cairo International Airport according to your onward travel arrangements. As a result, your 9-day journey concludes after Cairo, the Nile Valley and the Red Sea.
Request Your 9-Day Egypt Budget Tour Quote
First, tell us your travel date, group size and preferred guide language. Then, we will check hotel, cruise and flight availability and send your personalized proposal.
What’s Included in Our Egypt Budget Tours?
First, review the main services included in your 9-Day Egypt Budget Tour. In addition, the excluded items are listed clearly so you can plan your trip with confidence.
What’s Included?
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Cairo with breakfast
- 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor on full-board basis, with listed sightseeing included
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in Hurghada on full-board basis
- All listed transfers in Cairo, Aswan, Luxor and Hurghada, including the Hurghada to Cairo road transfer
- Private air-conditioned vehicles for tours and excursions
- Meet and assist service at your destinations
- Professional Egyptologist tour guide during guided sightseeing
- Entrance fees for all visits mentioned in the itinerary
- All taxes and service charges
- Domestic airfare: Cairo → Aswan
What’s Excluded?
- Egypt entry visa
- Personal expenses
- Tipping
- Any item not specifically mentioned as included
- Optional tours and activities
Optional Experiences
- Snorkeling or diving in Hurghada
- Red Sea boat excursion
- Spa treatments in Hurghada
- Other optional experiences upon request
Why Choose Our Egypt Budget Tours?
Overall, this itinerary combines private sightseeing, a classic 5-star Nile cruise and a relaxing Red Sea stay. In addition, it gives you time to enjoy both ancient sites and the coast. Moreover, the package keeps the main travel services organized in one affordable Egypt journey.
5-Star Nile Cruise
First, enjoy three nights sailing from Aswan to Luxor with full-board meals and included sightseeing.
Private Tours & Transfers
Moreover, travel comfortably by private air-conditioned vehicle during the guided sightseeing and ground transfers.
Expert Tour Guide
In addition, a professional Egyptologist guide accompanies you during the historical sightseeing visits.
Egypt’s Major Highlights
Next, discover Cairo, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor in one carefully organized route.
Three Red Sea Nights
Finally, slow the pace with three full-board nights in Hurghada and time to enjoy the beach.
Budget-Friendly Planning
As a result, accommodation, cruise, key transfers, sightseeing and selected meals are combined into one package.
Egypt Budget Tours Price – 9 Days / 8 Nights
Overall, the price is quoted per person in USD for the itinerary and included services shown on this page. In addition, a single supplement applies when one traveler occupies a room alone.
Double / Triple Occupancy
$1,750 per personIn addition, the price includes accommodation, the 5-star Nile cruise, guided sightseeing, listed entrance fees, domestic transport and selected meals. However, a single supplement applies.
Get My Free QuoteChildren Policy
- In addition, children from 0 to 5 years: $250, covering airfare only
- Meanwhile, children from 6 to 11 years: 50% of the adult rate when sharing the parents’ room
- Child rates are based on sharing with two full-paying adults
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Moreover, below you can find useful answers about the Nile cruise, accommodation, transfers, meals and Hurghada stay.
Planning Your Budget Egypt Tour
Is this 9-Day Egypt Budget Tour private?+
Yes. Specifically, the guided sightseeing and ground transfers are arranged privately. However, the Nile cruise itself operates as a shared cruise vessel with private guided visits arranged for your booking.
What Nile cruise is included?+
Moreover, the package includes three nights aboard a selected 5-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Moreover, full-board meals and the listed cruise sightseeing are included.
Is the Cairo to Aswan flight included?+
Yes. In addition, the package includes the domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan, subject to availability at the time of booking.
Meals, Hurghada & Transfers
Which meals are included?+
Breakfast is included during the Cairo stay. Meanwhile, the Nile cruise and Hurghada hotel are arranged on a full-board basis as described in the itinerary.
How do we return from Hurghada to Cairo?+
According to this itinerary, the final transfer is by private air-conditioned vehicle from Hurghada back to Cairo. Therefore, no Hurghada to Cairo flight is listed as included.
Can I add snorkeling or diving in Hurghada?+
Yes. For example, snorkeling, diving and Red Sea boat trips can be added as optional experiences according to availability.
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