A 12-day trip that pairs wreck diving in Egypt with culture: private Cairo touring, three nights on the Salacia from Aswan to Luxor, a three-night Red Sea mini liveaboard to the Thistlegorm and Abu Nuhas wrecks, and two nights in Hurghada.
Explore Egypt on land and under the sea. Stand in front of the Pyramids of Giza and walk through the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum, then fly south for three nights on the Salacia, cruising from Aswan to Luxor. Next comes Hurghada and a Saturday-to-Tuesday mini liveaboard safari on the AML HAYATY, diving the reefs and historic wrecks of the northern Red Sea. After two relaxing nights in Hurghada, you fly back to Cairo to see the Citadel of Salah El Din and the busy lanes of Khan El Khalili before heading home. It’s an Egypt scuba diving trip with a Nile cruise that shows you three sides of Egypt in under two weeks.This wreck diving trip in Egypt is designed for confident, certified recreational divers. The yacht’s route includes wrecks and optional night dives that aren’t automatically suitable for newly certified Open Water divers, so we check your suitability before you book, and every dive needs the dive leader’s approval.Why You’ll Love This Trip Three very different sides of Egypt in one trip: Giza, the Nile Valley and the northern Red Sea. Sightseeing in Cairo with a private Egyptologist, plus Nile cruise excursions packed with history. A short liveaboard safari with Dolphin House, Abu Nuhas and the SS Thistlegorm as planned highlights. Comfortable cabins on the AML HAYATY, full-board meals and time to relax between dives. Two easy hotel nights in Hurghada after the safari, then private guided sightseeing in Cairo before you leave. Trip at a Glance Duration 12 days / 11 nights Route Cairo → Aswan → Nile cruise to Luxor → Hurghada mini liveaboard → 2 Hurghada hotel nights → Cairo Suggested start Arrive on a Monday; board the Salacia on Wednesday and the yacht on Saturday (late boarding on the yacht to be confirmed) Accommodation 2 nights in Cairo + 3 nights on the Salacia Nile cruise + 3 nights on the AML HAYATY + 2 nights at a Hurghada hotel + 1 last night in Cairo Travel style Private sightseeing in Cairo; shared Nile cruise excursions; shared guided diving safari Best for Certified divers who are comfortable with several days of boat diving; couples and divers who love archaeology Not ideal for Uncertified guests expecting to do every wreck and night dive; guests who only want shallow beginner dives Diving 8–10 dives planned, depending on the weather and guests’ experience Yacht boarding Saturday from 3:00 PM; sails early Sunday; disembark Tuesday at around 5:00 PM Meals Bed and breakfast in Cairo, with lunch on Days 2 and 11; full board on the Nile cruise; full board on the AML HAYATY; Hurghada hotel meals based on your chosen plan
Day by day
The plan as the operator publishes it. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.
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Day 1 Monday | Arrival in Cairo
When you land at Cairo International Airport, a Memphis Tours representative meets you, helps with arrival formalities and walks you to your private transfer. Check in at your hotel and spend the rest of the day as you like. -
Day 2 Tuesday | Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum
Spend an unforgettable day on the Giza Plateau with your private Egyptologist, where the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx show just how ambitious ancient Egypt was. -
Day 3 Wednesday | Fly to Aswan: Unfinished Obelisk & Philae
Fly from Cairo to Aswan, where your Memphis Tours representative and Egyptologist guide meet you. See Aswan’s ancient granite quarries and the Unfinished Obelisk, then take the included motorboat to Agilkia Island for Philae Temple, dedicated mainly to Isis. -
Day 4 Thursday | Optional Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo & Nile Sailing
An early start gives you the chance to see the extraordinary rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel, on an optional trip by road or, when possible, by air. If you’d prefer a slower morning, stay on board the Salacia. -
Day 5 Friday | Edfu Temple, Sailing via Esna & Luxor’s East Bank
After breakfast, ride the included horse-drawn carriage from the dock to Edfu’s beautifully preserved Temple of Horus. Its towering gateways and decorated halls give you a real sense of ancient Egypt’s ceremonies. Back on the Salacia, sail toward Luxor through the Esna area. -
Day 6 Saturday | Luxor’s West Bank & Transfer to Your Red Sea Yacht
After breakfast, leave the Salacia and cross to Luxor’s West Bank. Explore the Valley of the Kings, burial place of the New Kingdom pharaohs, then visit Queen Hatshepsut’s striking temple and stop at the giant Colossi of Memnon. -
Day 7 Sunday | Dolphin House & Siyoul Kebir
Leave Hurghada early for the northern reefs. Your first stop is Dolphin House, where the crew plans a check dive among the coral; you may meet wild dolphins, but sightings can’t be promised. -
Day 8 Monday | Abu Nuhas Wrecks & SS Thistlegorm
Today is all about the northern Red Sea’s dramatic maritime history and some of the best wreck diving in Egypt. At Abu Nuhas, you’ll dive two of the area’s famous shipwrecks, which may include the Giannis D, Carnatic, Chrisoula K or Kimon M. -
Day 9 Tuesday | Thistlegorm, Small Gubal & Return to Hurghada
If conditions allow, start with another guided dive at the SS Thistlegorm, then head to Small Gubal Island for a final coral reef dive. Enjoy the views as the AML HAYATY sails back to Hurghada, arriving before sunset, with disembarkation planned for around 5:00 PM. -
Day 10 Wednesday | Free Day on the Hurghada Beach
After the excitement of your liveaboard safari, take a whole day to relax at your Hurghada resort. Enjoy the Red Sea, lounge by the pool, use the hotel’s facilities or book an optional spa treatment. -
Day 11 Thursday | Fly to Cairo: Citadel & Khan El Khalili
After breakfast at your resort, transfer to Hurghada Airport for the included flight to Cairo. Your Memphis Tours representative and private Egyptologist guide meet you for a tour of Islamic Cairo. -
Day 12 Friday | Departure from Egypt
After breakfast, take your private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight home, with memories of ancient monuments, the timeless Nile and the underwater wonders of the Red Sea. Overnight: None Meals: Breakfast Visits / experiences: Departure transfer
What this holiday includes
Everything the price covers, and what to budget for separately.
Included
11- Airport meet-and-assist and private land transfers in Cairo, Aswan, Luxor and Hurghada as listed
- Domestic flights Cairo–Aswan and Hurghada–Cairo, based on the final confirmed schedule
- Two Cairo hotel nights before the Nile cruise and one last Cairo hotel night, with daily breakfast
- Three nights on a selected Nile cruise with full-board meals and the listed sightseeing
- The planned guided dive safari program, including night dives for qualified divers when suitable and possible
- Three nights on the AML HAYATY on full board, with tea, coffee, water, soft drinks and snacks
- Two Hurghada hotel nights after the safari, with the meal plan based on your hotel category
- Private sightseeing with an Egyptologist in Cairo on Days 2 and 11, covering Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Citadel of Salah El Din, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and Khan El Khalili, with standard entrance fees and lunch on both days
- Private transfers from Luxor to Hurghada marina, from the marina to your hotel on Tuesday, and from your hotel to Hurghada Airport on Thursday, plus the listed Cairo airport and sightseeing transfers
- National park and marina fees for the mini safari
- Standard diving equipment rental
Not included
5- International flights, travel documents and the Egypt entry visa, unless clearly included in your confirmed quote
- Special royal tombs, the optional Abu Simbel trip and any optional sightseeing not listed
- Optional Nitrox and specialist technical or wreck training, unless confirmed separately
- Personal purchases, alcoholic drinks and tips (the yacht crew suggests an optional gratuity of €40)
- Dive insurance, medical clearance and any training beyond the agreed program, unless your final quote says otherwise
Prices
Per person, by hotel standard and travel season. The operator publishes these rates; we confirm the exact cost for your dates before anything is booked.
Hotels used
AML HAYATY Yacht
5
Hilton Pyramids Golf Hotel
5
MS Salacia Nile cruise
5
Swiss Inn Resort Hurghada
5
| Occupancy | MAY-SEP | OCT-APR |
|---|---|---|
| Per Person in Double | USD 3,450 | USD 3,595 |
Hotels used
AML HAYATY Yacht
5
Hurghada Marriott Beach Resort
5
MS Salacia Nile Cruise (Upper Cabin)
5
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
5
| Occupancy | MAY-SEP | OCT-APR |
|---|---|---|
| Per Person in Double | USD 3,850 | USD 3,995 |
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