Pyramids, Nile & Red Sea
Egypt
Egypt pairs the pyramids and Luxor temples with Nile cruises and Red Sea diving — history and beach in one short-haul trip.
Overview
Egypt pairs the pyramids and Luxor temples with Nile cruises and Red Sea diving — history and beach in one short-haul trip.
Best time to visit
October to April is comfortable for Cairo and Luxor. The Red Sea resorts work year-round, with very hot summers inland.
Currency info
Egyptian Pound (EGP). Carry small notes for tips (baksheesh); cards are accepted in hotels.
Flights
Direct and one-stop flights from Casablanca to Cairo (CAI) in about 5 hours, with domestic connections to Luxor, Aswan and Hurghada.
Hotels
Pyramid-view hotels in Giza, Nile cruise boats between Luxor and Aswan, and all-inclusive resorts in Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh.
Visa
Visa on arrival or e-visa for most nationalities; some passports are exempt. Passport validity of 6 months required.
Things to do
- Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- Grand Egyptian Museum
- Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan
- Valley of the Kings and Karnak
- Abu Simbel temples
- Red Sea diving and snorkelling
Packages
- 4 nights Cairo and the pyramids
- 8 nights Cairo + Nile cruise
- 10 nights Cairo, Luxor and Hurghada
Estimated budget
- Economy: from 6,500 MAD per person (4 nights, 3★)
- Comfort: from 11,000 MAD per person (4★, Nile cruise)
- Luxury: from 20,000 MAD per person (5★, private Egyptologist)
Travel tips
- Visit sites early to avoid heat and crowds
- Agree prices before camel or carriage rides
- Keep small notes for tips
- Drink bottled water and carry a hat
FAQs
Is a Nile cruise worth it?
Yes — it links Luxor and Aswan temples with no repeat packing.
How many days?
Eight nights covers Cairo plus a cruise.
Best months?
October to April.