Escorted Journeys by Worldstar Travel

Egyptian Discovery

Twelve days including flights – Cairo and the Pyramids, the overnight sleeper train south, a three night five star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, and two nights of Red Sea sunshine at Hurghada.

About This Tour

Pyramids, the Nile & the Red Sea

Egyptian Discovery packs the full sweep of Egypt into twelve well-paced days. Cairo opens the show with the Great Pyramid, the Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum’s Tutankhamun treasures, before the overnight sleeper train carries you south in classic style. At Aswan, visit the High Dam and the island Temple of Philae, then board a five star Nile cruiser for Kom Ombo, a Galabia party, Edfu’s Temple of Horus and the passage of the Esna lock.

Luxor delivers the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak and Luxor Temple in one unforgettable day – then it’s over the Eastern Desert to Hurghada for two full-board days on the Red Sea before returning to Cairo for your flight home.

  • The Great Pyramid, the Sphinx and the treasures of Tutankhamun
  • The overnight sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan
  • Three nights aboard a five star Nile cruiser with Galabia party
  • Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Karnak and Luxor Temple in one spectacular day
  • Two full board days on the Red Sea at Hurghada
Karnak Temple Complex Colossal Statues
Great Sphinx and Pyramid of Giza at Sunset
Camel at the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt
Hypostyle Hall Columns at Karnak Temple
Temple of Hatshepsut in Luxor, Egypt
Traditional Felucca Boats on the Nile River in Aswan
Luxor Temple at Sunset in Egypt
Red Sea Beach Resort with Straw Umbrellas
Vibrant Coral Reef with Tropical Fish School

12 days, day by day – every included visit, every overnight stop.

Your Journey – Day by Day

Say goodbye to Australia! Board your overnight flight, with meals served on board.

Step off the plane and into the land of the Pharaohs. Your tour manager meets you with a signboard, assists through customs and immigration, and accompanies you to your hotel to confirm the day-by-day arrangements.

Overnight: Cairo

With your private Egyptologist guide, visit the Great Pyramid, a royal burial chamber and the Sphinx, then the Egyptian Museum’s magnificent Pharaonic collection – crowned by the golden treasures of Tutankhamun – with a Papyrus and Carpet Institute stop on the way back.

Overnight: Cairo | Meals: Breakfast

Camel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, Cairo

A free morning in Cairo (or an optional tour), before boarding the overnight sleeper train south to Aswan, with dinner served on board.

Overnight: Sleeper train | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Arrive into Aswan for the monumental High Dam and a motor-boat ride to Philae Temple on Agilka island. Board your cruiser for lunch and sail to Kom Ombo’s unique double temple, then celebrate at the on-board Galabia party as you sail for Edfu.

Overnight: Nile cruise | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

By horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the largest and best preserved of the Nile temples, then back on board to cross the lock of Esna en route to Luxor.

Overnight: Nile cruise | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cross to the west bank for three tombs in the Valley of the Kings, the terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon; after lunch on board, the east bank delivers Luxor Temple and Karnak’s stupendous 134-column Hypostyle Hall.

Overnight: Nile cruise | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Pharaoh Relief Carving, Tomb of Ramses III

Disembark and transfer by private air conditioned coach to your Hurghada beach hotel for two nights of Red Sea R&R on full board.

Overnight: Hurghada | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The Red Sea at your leisure – world class snorkelling and diving, or a lounger with your name on it.

Overnight: Hurghada | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Coral Reef Diving Scene with Tropical Fish

Transfer by air conditioned coach back to Cairo, where you’re met and taken to your hotel for a final night.

Overnight: Cairo | Meals: Breakfast

Collected from your hotel after breakfast and transferred to Cairo airport for the flight home.

Overnight: In flight | Meals: Breakfast

The trip may be over, but the memories will last a lifetime. Welcome home.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Inclusions & Tour Details

Tour Inclusions

  • Breakfast daily, 6 lunches and 6 dinners
  • 3 nights in 4-star Cairo hotels
  • 3 nights aboard a five star Nile cruiser
  • 1 night aboard the sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan
  • Sightseeing and entry fees as per the itinerary
  • All station and airport transfers in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and Hurghada in modern air conditioned vehicles
  • English speaking Egyptologist guide
  • Baggage handling and porterage

Not Included

The following are not included in the tour price. The Worldstar Travel team can arrange or advise on most of these when you enquire.

  • International flights to and from Egypt
  • Egypt entry visa and departure taxes
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Incidentals such as laundry, phone calls and other personal expenses
  • Tips for your guide, driver and representative

Ready to Book Egyptian Discovery?

Speak with the Worldstar Travel team about departure dates, current pricing and connecting flights from Australia. We can also tailor pre- or post-tour arrangements to round out your journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

A classic Egyptian rail journey: private compartments with berths, dinner and breakfast served at your seat, and you wake up in Upper Egypt having saved a day of travel. It is basic but comfortable, and a genuine local experience.
Both Hurghada days are full board – breakfast, lunch and dinner at your beach hotel – so your Red Sea downtime is truly all-inclusive.
The traditional way – by horse-drawn carriage from the cruise dock to the Temple of Horus, the best preserved temple on the Nile.
Day 4 in Cairo and Day 9 in Hurghada are yours, and most touring days finish with the evening free – a good balance of guided sightseeing and time to explore.
Yes – an Egypt entry visa is required for Australian passport holders and is not included. The Worldstar Travel team can advise on the current process when you book.