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Prague → Hurghada → Luxor & Nile Dahabiya Adventure

Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Luxor

Morning: Depart Prague on a morning flight to Hurghada, enjoying a scenic aerial view of the Mediterranean and Red Sea coasts.

Afternoon: Private transfer from Hurghada Airport to Luxor (≈3 h), with a brief stop at the Luxor Museum to preview the region’s history.

Evening: Check‑in at your Luxor hotel, relax on the rooftop terrace, and dine on traditional Egyptian cuisine.

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Day 2: Luxor – East Bank Highlights

Morning: Explore the massive Karnak Temple Complex, wandering through its towering columns and sacred lake.

Afternoon: Visit the illuminated Luxor Temple and enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Nile promenade.

Evening: Attend a captivating sound-and-light show at Karnak (optional) before returning to the hotel.

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Day 3: Luxor – West Bank & Boarding the Dahabiya

Morning: Tour the Valley of the Kings, entering the tomb of Tutankhamun and other pharaohs.

Afternoon: Discover the mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut and the striking Colossi of Memnon before boarding the luxury dahabiya for the cruise.

Evening: Set sail on the Nile, enjoy a welcome dinner on deck, and soak in the tranquil river ambiance.

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Day 4: Cruise – Edfu & Esna

Morning: Cruise past the fertile fields of Upper Egypt, with a scenic view of the **Aswan High Dam** in the distance.

Afternoon: Disembark at **Edfu** to explore the best‑preserved Temple of Horus, dedicated to the falcon god.

Evening: Return to the dahabiya, enjoy a traditional Nubian music performance, and dine under the stars.

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Day 5: Cruise – Kom Ombo

Morning: Sail toward **Kom Ombo**, admiring the unique double‑temple dedicated to **Sobek** and **Horus.

Afternoon: Guided tour of the Kom Ombo Temple, followed by a visit to the local museum showcasing crocodile mummies.

Evening: Relax on deck with a sunset cocktail, and enjoy a themed dinner featuring regional specialties.

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Day 6: Aswan – Philae & High Dam

Morning: Arrive in **Aswan**; board a short boat ride to the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis.

Afternoon: Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam and the nearby Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries.

Evening: Optional felucca ride around Elephantine Island, then enjoy a farewell dinner aboard the dahabiya.

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Day 7: Abu Simbel Excursion & Return to Hurghada

Morning: Early flight from Aswan to **Abu Simbel**; marvel at the monumental Temple of Ramses II carved into the mountainside.

Afternoon: Guided tour of the **Smaller Temple of Nefertari**, then fly back to Aswan and transfer to Hurghada.

Evening: Arrive in Hurghada, board your international flight home, concluding the Egyptian adventure.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Karnak Temple Complex – 3 hrs – $15 entry
  • Luxor Temple – 2 hrs – $12 entry
  • Valley of the Kings – 3 hrs – $20 entry
  • Temple of Hatshepsut – 2 hrs – $10 entry
  • Colossi of Memnon – 30 min – free
  • Temple of Horus (Edfu) – 2 hrs – $12 entry
  • Kom Ombo Temple – 2 hrs – $12 entry
  • Temple of Philae – 2 hrs – $10 entry + $5 boat
  • Aswan High Dam – 1 hr – $5 entry
  • Unfinished Obelisk – 30 min – $5 entry
  • Abu Simbel Temples – 3 hrs – $30 entry + $120 flight (round‑trip)
  • Dahabiya Cruise (4 nights) – 4 days – $850 per person (all meals, guides, and onboard amenities)
  • Transfers & Flights (Prague‑Hurghada, Luxor‑Aswan‑Hurghada) – – $420 total
  • Accommodation in Luxor (2 nights) – – $180 total
  • Meals outside cruise – – $100 total
  • Total Estimated Cost$1,929

Tips

To extend the trip, add an extra day in Luxor to visit the **Mummification Museum** and a sunrise hot‑air balloon ride over the West Bank. If you need to shorten the itinerary, skip the optional Abu Simbel day‑trip and fly directly from Aswan back to Hurghada, saving both time and the additional flight cost.

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