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Cairo, Cruise, Coast & Sun Festival 2026 - 12 days

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Tour Overview

SUN FESTIVAL TOUR: Experience the best of Egypt, combined with the magical Abu Simbel Sun Festival in Feburary 2026. Marvel at the iconic Pyramids of Giza, visit Dendera's magnificent temples, and roam through Luxor's Valley of the Kings. Cruise the River Nile to Aswan, relax by the Red Sea in Hurghada, and view the unforgettable sunrise phenomenon at the Abu Simbel Temple during the Sun Festival.

Start

Cairo

End

Cairo

Destination

Cairo

Days

12

Pace

Medium

Range

Signature

Max Group Size

Min 15 - Max 24

Min Age

15

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Trip Code: CCCSFF

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Abu Simbel - Visit this awe-inspiring temple at sunrise to witness the incredible phenomenon of the Abu Simbel Sun Festival

  • Cairo - Gaze in awe at the ancient Pyramids of Giza, explore the Necropolis of Saqqara and see King Tut's treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum

  • Luxor West Bank - Discover exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings, see the towering Colossi of Memnon and explore the beautiful Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

  • Luxor - Roam around the colossal Temple of Karnak and take an optional tour of the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple at night

  • Dendera - Explore the beautifully preserved Temple of Hathor, with its exquisitely decorated ceiling

  • Nile cruising - Cruise the River Nile from Luxor to Aswan on board a 5 star river cruiser

  • Aswan - Take a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island to explore romantic Philae Temple and wander around the colourful souqs

  • Kom Ombo - Visit the Nile side Temple of Kom Ombo

  • Hurghada - Spend two nights at the Red Sea. Relax by the beach, swim and opt to snorkel or scuba dive in the clear coastal waters

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

Breakfast daily, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
6 nights 4-5 star hotels, 4 nights aboard a 5 star Nile Cruiser (en suite cabin)
1 overnight train from Cairo to Luxor (private 2 berth sleeper cabin)
Economy class flight from Hurghada to Cairo
Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 12
Touring - Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Luxor, Dendera, Abu Simbel and Aswan
Hurghada - Red Sea stay
Escorted by an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology

Not Included

International flights and visa
Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$10 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is a personal gesture.

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration12 days
StartCairo
EndCairo
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group24 people

Pricing

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Pricing available upon request

Dates and availability

No Scheduled Departures

This tour is available on request. Contact us for custom dates.

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