Day-1 – Arrival in Cairo
- Pick-up from the Airport.
- Meet and assist with your local representative.
- Transfer to your hotel for check-in.
- Free time to relax after your journey.
- Drop-off at the hotel.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Egypt Highlights
Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Abu Simbel, Aswan, Luxor, Hurghada
(12 days)
Experience the best of Egypt in 12 days, from the Pyramids of Giza and the historic streets of Cairo to the temples of Aswan, Abu Simbel, and Luxor. Enjoy a deluxe 5-star Nile cruise along the way, then end your journey with relaxing days by the Red Sea in Hurghada.
Itinerary
Day-2 – Giza & Cairo
- Pick-up from the hotel.
- Visit the Giza Pyramids, one of the ancient wonders in the world.
- Visit the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple.
- Enjoy panoramic photo stops around the Pyramids area.
- Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, one of the largest museums in the world.
- Optional lunch at a local restaurant.
- Visit Al-Azhar Mosque, one of Cairo’s most historic Islamic landmarks.
- Walk through Al-Muizz Street, known for its beautiful Islamic architecture and historic buildings.
- Explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the most famous markets in Egypt.
- Optional dinner at a local restaurant.
- Drop-off at the hotel.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day-3 – Giza & Cairo
- Pick-up from the hotel.
- Visit Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the oldest stone pyramid in Egypt.
- Explore the Serapeum of Saqqara.
- See the Northern House, Southern House, and the South Tomb.
- Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, home to the Royal Mummies Hall.
- Visit the Citadel of Saladin, one of Cairo’s most important historic landmarks.
- Visit the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, also known as the Alabaster Mosque.
- Visit the Mosque of Sultan Al-Nasir Muhammad ibn Qalawun inside the Citadel.
- Optional lunch at a local restaurant.
- Drop-off at the hotel.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day-4 – Alexandria
- Early morning pick-up from the hotel in Cairo.
- 2-hour drive to Alexandria by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.
- Visit Pompey’s Pillar.
- Visit the Qaitbay Citadel, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
- Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandria.
- Optional lunch at a local seafood restaurant.
- Return to Cairo.
- Drop-off at Cairo train station for your trip to Aswan.
- Overnight travel to Aswan by sleeper train.
Day-5 – Aswan
- Arrival in Aswan.
- Meet and assist upon arrival.
- Visit Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
- Visit the High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering projects.
- Visit the Unfinished Obelisk and learn about ancient Egyptian stone-working techniques.
- Transfer to your deluxe 5-star Nile cruise for check-in.
- Lunch on board the cruise.
- Free time to relax and enjoy the cruise facilities.
- Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan.
Day-6 – Abu Simbel
- Early morning pick-up from the cruise.
- 3-hour drive to Abu Simbel by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Visit the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.
- Return to Aswan.
- Lunch on board the cruise.
- Start sailing along the Nile.
- Dinner and overnight on board.
Day-7 – Luxor East Bank
- Breakfast on board the cruise.
- Continue sailing towards Luxor.
- Visit Karnak Temple, one of the largest temple complexes in ancient Egypt.
- Visit Luxor Temple, located in the heart of Luxor city.
- Return to the cruise for Lunch.
- Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day-8 – Luxor West Bank & Transfer to Hurghada
- Early morning pick-up from the cruise at 4:30 AM.
- Enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor.
- Return to the cruise for breakfast.
- Check out from the Nile cruise.
- Visit the Valley of the Kings, home to the royal tombs of the New Kingdom pharaohs.
- Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari.
- Visit the Colossi of Memnon.
- Optional lunch at a local restaurant.
- Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Check in at your hotel in Hurghada.
- Overnight in Hurghada.
Day-9 – Hurghada Free Day
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Free day to relax by the Red Sea.
- Enjoy the beach, hotel facilities, and beautiful sea views.
- Optional snorkeling or island trip can be arranged upon request.
- Overnight in Hurghada.
Day-10 – Hurghada Optional Sea Activities
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Optional Orange Bay, Giftun Island, snorkeling, diving, or desert safari experience.
- Free time to relax in the evening.
- Overnight in Hurghada.
Day-11 – Hurghada Relaxation Day
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Enjoy your final day in Hurghada at leisure.
- Free time for beach relaxation, shopping, or optional activities.
- Overnight in Hurghada.
Day-12 – Return to Cairo International Airport
- Pick-up from the hotel in Hurghada.
- Transfer to your flight to Cairo by bus or flight or private transfer depending on the selected package.
- Drop-off at Cairo Airport.
What's Included
- All Airport transfers (Private).
- 4-star Hotel with breakfast (Pyramids view & Jacuzzi) (Giza).
- 4-star hotel with 3 meals included (Luxor & Aswan).
- Private licensed tour guide.
- Private comfortable cars (All cities).
- Cairo-Aswan sleep train.
- Main entry tickets (All cities).
- 2-hour Nile cruise with VIP ticket (Cairo).
- All meals stated in the itinerary.
- Different local drinks & Snacks during all tours.
- 1-hour camel ride (Giza).
- Photo shoot at the Pyramids of Giza by a professional Camera with editing included (Giza).
- All needed security permissions (All cities).
- 1st flight-Sunrise hot air balloon ride (Luxor).
What's Excluded
- International flight tickets.
- Entry visa fees.
- Travel insurance.
- Optional tickets & activities.
- Extra meals/beverages.
- Personal expenses.
- Gratuities for guides & drivers.