From Pyramids to Hurghada

Step into an ancient map on a spellbinding 12-day odyssey, beginning where Cairo's monumental wonders whisper tales of forgotten pharaohs. Let the timeless Nile carry you south on a luxurious cruise, unveiling the secrets of iconic temples during guided explorations along its sacred banks. Your journey magically culminates on the sun-drenched shores of the Red Sea, where blissful relaxation beside shimmering turquoise waters provides an enchanting end to your epic story.

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo & Welcome

• Be greeted upon arrival at Cairo International Airport by your dedicated tour manager.
• Enjoy a private, air-conditioned transfer to your hotel.
• During a smooth check-in, your tour manager will review your itinerary and confirm all pick-up times.
• Meals: Welcome Drink

Day 2: Giza's Great Pyramids & Ancient Sakkara

• After breakfast, meet your personal Egyptologist guide for a tour of the Giza Plateau.
• Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus.
• Stand before the enigmatic Sphinx and explore the ancient Valley Temple.
• Proceed to the Sakkara necropolis to visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world's first major stone structure.
• Discover Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt's Old Kingdom.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3: Cairo's Treasures & Overnight Train to Aswan

• Explore the vast collection of the Egyptian Museum, including the golden treasures of the boy king, Tutankhamun.
• Visit the Citadel of Saladin and the magnificent Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque.
• Journey into Coptic Cairo to see the historic Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
• Wander through the vibrant alleys of Khan El Khalili, Cairo's famous old bazaar.
• In the evening, transfer to the Giza railway station to board your sleeper train to Aswan.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Arrival in Aswan

• Upon arrival at Aswan station, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in and an overnight stay.
• Please Note: This day offers an optional excursion to the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel. If you choose this option, your Aswan sightseeing (Day 5) will be conducted today instead.
• Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Aswan Sights & Nile Cruise Embarkation

• After breakfast, transfer to your 5-star Nile cruise ship.
• Following lunch on board, begin your Aswan exploration.
• Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam.
• Take a motorboat to the island of Agilkia to explore the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddesses Isis and Hathor.
• See the Unfinished Obelisk in its ancient granite quarry.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Sailing to Kom Ombo & Edfu

• Enjoy breakfast while sailing down the Nile to Kom Ombo.
• Visit the unique double temple dedicated to both the crocodile-god Sobek and the falcon-god Horus the Elder.
• Sail onwards to Edfu and enjoy lunch on board.
• Explore the Temple of Horus in Edfu, the most perfectly preserved cult temple in Egypt.
• Relax with afternoon tea as you sail towards Esna.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Luxor's West Bank: Valley of the Kings

• Sail to Luxor and, after breakfast, disembark to explore the legendary West Bank.
• Discover the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground for pharaohs for nearly 500 years.
• Visit the stunning mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari.
• Stop for photos at the massive Colossi of Memnon.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Luxor's East Bank & Transfer to Hurghada

• After a final breakfast on board, disembark from your cruise.
• Explore the vast Karnak Temple complex, a spectacular city of temples, pylons, and obelisks.
• Visit the grand Luxor Temple, an architectural masterpiece.
• In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic 3.5-hour drive in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to Hurghada on the Red Sea.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 9 & 10: Leisure & Adventure in Hurghada

• Enjoy two full days at your leisure in the beautiful resort town of Hurghada.
• Relax on the beach, or choose from a variety of optional activities such as diving, snorkeling among the coral reefs, windsurfing, sailing, or deep-sea fishing.
• Meals: Breakfast (each day)

Day 11: Return to Cairo

• After breakfast, enjoy some free time before transferring to the bus station.
• Travel back to Cairo in a comfortable, first-class air-conditioned coach (approximately 6-hour drive).
• Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for your final night.
• Meals: Breakfast

Day 12: Final Departure

• Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel.
• Depending on your flight schedule, you will have free time before being transferred to Cairo International Airport for your departure.
• Meals: Breakfast

Tour Package Inclusions

• Meet & Greet: Full representative services at all airports.
• Accommodation:
  • 3 nights in Cairo (Bed & Breakfast).
  • 1 night on a sleeper train (Half Board: Dinner & Breakfast).
  • 1 night in Aswan (Bed & Breakfast).
  • 3 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise (Full Board: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
  • 3 nights in Hurghada (Bed & Breakfast).
• Transfers & Transport:
  • All airport transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Private, air-conditioned vehicle from Luxor to Hurghada.
  • First-class, air-conditioned coach from Hurghada to Cairo.
• Tours & Guidance:
  • Private, English-speaking Egyptologist guide for all tours in Cairo.
  • Expert group guide for all sightseeing during the Nile cruise.
  • All entrance fees to the sites mentioned in the itinerary.
• Meals: As specified in the day-by-day itinerary.
• Added Comforts:
  • Bottled water provided during tours.
  • Loaner mobile phone with local and international calling credit, or an Egyptian SIM card for your unlocked device.
  • All service charges and taxes.
  • Porterage services where required.

What's Not Included

• International airfare to and from Egypt.
• Entry visa for Egypt.
• Any optional tours or experiences (e.g., Abu Simbel, Mummies Room, Solar Boat Museum, water sports in Hurghada).
• Personal spending, souvenirs, laundry, etc.
• Tipping for guides, drivers, and cruise staff.

Accommodation Options:

Option (A)

• Hilton Pyramids - Helnan Dream Land - Spa or Le Passage Hotel and Casino.
• Aswan: MS Salacia - MS Radamis - MS Sara Aswan Helnan Aswan Hotel.
• Hurghada: Continental Hotel Hurghada or Mövenpick Resort Hurghada.

Option (B)

• Le Raid Hotel - Steigenberger Pyramids - Curnrad Hotel.
• MS Salacia - MS Crown Jewel -MS Crown Prince.