Best Red Sea & Nile cruise holiday in 15 days from UK. Embark on a remarkable 15-day Egypt holiday from the UK, immersing yourself in the captivating blend of history, natural beauty, and cultural wonders. This carefully curated itinerary combines the allure of the Red Sea in either Hurghada or Marsa Alam with the timeless majesty of a Nile cruise.
Explore the wonders of the Red Sea and the legendary Nile River with our exclusive Egypt holidays from UK. Begin your 15-day Red Sea & Nile cruise holiday in Hurghada or Marsa Alam. Indulge in the sun-drenched beaches and vibrant underwater world of the Red Sea, where you can snorkel, dive, or simply unwind in paradise. Then, set sail on a comfort Nile cruise, tracing the footsteps of pharaohs as you discover the magnificent temples, tombs, and landscapes along the storied river.
From Luxor to Aswan, each stop will reveal new wonders and insights into Egypt’s rich history. With a perfect balance of relaxation, adventure, and cultural exploration, this 15-day Red Sea & Nile cruise holiday promises an unforgettable experience that will leave you with cherished memories of Egypt’s timeless beauty. Get ready to embark on a journey that will transport you to a world of ancient marvels and natural splendor.
Arrival at Hurghada/Marsa Alam Airport. Meet and assist by our representative of “Egypt Best Vacations” who will help you through the arrival and visa regulations. Transfer to your hotel to enjoy your free time and the beginning of your Red Sea & Nile cruise holiday in 15 days from UK.
In Hurghada, you can enjoy our day tours and private transfers to explore the vibrant marine life with snorkeling or diving excursions in the Red Sea’s crystal-clear waters. We deliver fabulous Marsa Alam day tours and private transfers to explore the beautiful city.
In Hurghada, you can enjoy our day tours and private transfers to explore the vibrant marine life with snorkeling or diving excursions in the Red Sea’s crystal-clear waters. We deliver fabulous Marsa Alam day tours and private transfers to explore the beautiful city.
Free day on the beach. Tours such as diving, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Transfer to Luxor to spend the next 7 nights of your 15-day Red Sea & Nile cruise holiday from UK on board a Nile River cruise from Luxor to Aswan, then back to Luxor again. Check into your room and then you’re free for the rest of the day. Overnight in Luxor.
Visit the glorious tombs of the Valley of the Kings. The pharaohs during the New Kingdom ceased building pyramids and cut their tombs deep into the mountain trying to hide them from grave robbers. There are 65 tombs in the Valley of the Kings, your guide will recommend the best three tombs of the open ones to visit.
From the glorious Valley of the Kings to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut who served as a solo pharaoh for about 20 years. You will end your trip at the giant Colossi of Memnon which survives in the Temple of pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Return back to your Nile cruise to set sail to Edfu via the Lock of Esna. Overnight in Edfu.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning over Luxor
After breakfast, you will take a horse and carriage to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This temple is the most intact temple in Egypt and it was built during the Greco-Roman period. The Temple of Edfu is fully inscribed with reliefs and hieroglyphs on its exterior and interior walls.
Take your carriage back to your Nile cruise ship to set sail to Kom Ombo. Disembark at Kom Ombo to visit the twin Temple of Horus and Sobek. It was built during the Greco-Roman period. It was built over the ruined temple of the New Kingdom. The temple began during the time of Ptolemy V and was completed by the time of Emperor Tiberius. The emperors Domitian, Caracalla, and others added to the temple. So it took about 400 years to finish.
Enjoy a short visit to the Crocodile Museum, before you go back to your Nile cruise ship to set sail to Aswan. Overnight in Aswan.
Explore the highlights of the beautiful City of Aswan such as the High Dam, one of the great engineering feats of the 1960s. Then proceed to the beautiful Temple of Isis at Philae Island. This temple was built during the Greco-Roman era and, was dedicated to Isis, goddess of Love and Magic in ancient Egypt. You will end your tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk.
Transfer to your Nile cruise ship. Overnight in Aswan.
Optional tour: Nubian Village Tour
Free day. Discover the beautiful city of Aswan on your own.
Optional tour: Tour to Abu Simbel Temples
Your Nile cruise ship will set sail back to Kom Ombo, stopping at Kom Ombo to visit Kom Ombo Temple (new arrival guests).
Then, it will set sail from Kom Ombo down to Edfu, stopping there for new guests to visit the Temple of Edfu. Then it sails down to Luxor via the Lock of Esna.
Today, you are visiting the largest temple in the world, the Temple of Karnak. The Temple/Complex of Karnak was the great god’s chief sanctuary and much larger than any other monument in Egypt. This huge and splendid complex which actually contains many separate temples covers 1700 years of expansion and an area of 300 acres.
Then proceed to the majestic Temple of Luxor. The Temple of Luxor was built by the 18th Dynasty pharaoh Amenhotep III (1387-1349 BCE), the grandson of the military genius Tuthmosis III, and expanded by the 19th Dynasty pharaoh Ramses II (1279-1213 BCE). Numerous other sovereigns, including Tutankhamun, Horemhab, and Alexander the Great enriched the construction with reliefs, inscriptions, and minor buildings.
Transfer back to your cruise ship. Overnight in Luxor
Free day on the beach. Tours such as diving, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Free day on the beach. Tours such as diving, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request. Enjoy your final night of your 15-day Red Sea & Nile cruise holiday from UK.
Wrap your Red Sea & Nile cruise holiday in 15 days from UK with a transfer to Hurghada/Marsa Alam Airport for your final departure. It is really sad to leave, so ask our guides about your next adventure in Egypt.
