A 14-Day The Pyramids the & Red Sea

Embark on a 14-day incantation where the Giza pyramids etch divine geometry against the heavens, leading you down the sacred Nile on a 5-star vessel that sails through liquid history. Your path then whispers through the Greco-Roman echoes of coastal Alexandria before magically transmuting into the crystalline waters of Sharm El-Sheikh, a living kaleidoscope of coral and light. This grand odyssey is an unbroken spell cast in stone, water, and sand, inviting you to not just see Egypt, but to feel its eternal magic flow through you.

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo

• Welcome to Egypt! Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative.
• Enjoy a seamless transfer in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel.
• Overnight: Cairo

Day 2: The Treasures of Cairo

• After breakfast, delve into 5,000 years of history at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. Marvel at the world's most extensive collection of Pharaonic artifacts, including the dazzling treasures of Tutankhamun's tomb.
• Stand in awe before the Great Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerion) and come face-to-face with the enigmatic Sphinx.
• Return to your hotel for the evening.
• Meals: Breakfast
• Overnight: Cairo

Day 3: The Coastal Jewel of Alexandria

• Enjoy breakfast before a comfortable journey to Alexandria in a private, A/C vehicle.
• Upon arrival, check into your hotel and begin your city tour.
• Discover the city's Greco-Roman past at the Roman Theater and the towering Pompey's Pillar.
• Explore the waterfront, visiting the formidable Qaitbay Citadel (built on the site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse), the beautiful Abu Al-Abbas Al-Mursi Mosque, and the stunning modern marvel, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
• Meals: Breakfast
• Overnight: Alexandria

Day 4: Journey to Aswan

• After breakfast, you will be transferred from Alexandria back to Cairo by private A/C vehicle.
• In the evening, board your overnight sleeper train to Aswan.
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
• Overnight: Sleeper Train

Day 5: Welcome to Aswan

• Enjoy breakfast aboard the train before arriving in the charming southern city of Aswan.
• Our local representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in and a day of leisure.
• Meals: Breakfast (on train)
• Overnight: Aswan

Day 6: Nile Cruise Embarkation & Aswan Sights

• After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to your 5-star Nile cruise.
• Embark and enjoy lunch on board before beginning your Aswan exploration.
• Visit the High Dam, an incredible feat of modern engineering, offering panoramic views across Lake Nasser.
• Sail by traditional felucca to Agilkia Island to visit the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
• Sail towards Kom Ombo as you enjoy afternoon tea.
• In the evening, visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to both the crocodile-god Sobek and the falcon-god Haroeris.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: Onboard cruise in Edfu

Day 7: Edfu Temple & Sailing to Luxor

• Following breakfast, visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu, the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt.
• Return to the ship and sail towards Luxor, crossing the Esna Lock.
• Enjoy afternoon tea, followed by dinner and a festive Galabeya party on board.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: Onboard cruise in Luxor

Day 8: Luxor, the World's Greatest Open-Air Museum

• After breakfast, explore Luxor's legendary West Bank (the "City of the Dead"):
  • Valley of the Kings: Discover the royal tombs of pharaohs.
  • Temple of Queen Hatshepsut: Admire the stunning terraced mortuary temple of Egypt's most famous female ruler.
  • Colossi of Memnon: Stop for photos at the two gigantic statues of Amenhotep III.
• Explore the sprawling East Bank:
  • Karnak Temple: Wander through the vast complex of temples, chapels, and pylons.
  • Luxor Temple: Marvel at the grand temple, once connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: Onboard cruise in Luxor

Day 9: Flight to the Red Sea Paradise of Sharm El-Sheikh

• Enjoy a final breakfast on the cruise before disembarking.
• Transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight to Sharm El-Sheikh.
• Upon arrival, our representative will assist you with your transfer to your resort.
• Meals: Breakfast
• Overnight: Sharm El-Sheikh

Days 10-12: Leisure & Relaxation in Sharm El-Sheikh

• Enjoy three full days at your leisure in this beautiful Red Sea resort. Relax on the beach, swim or snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, or consider optional tours like desert safaris or diving excursions.
• Meals: Breakfast
• Overnight: Sharm El-Sheikh

Day 13: Return to Cairo

• After breakfast, depart from Sharm El-Sheikh via a comfortable, air-conditioned bus for the journey back to Cairo.
• Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
• Meals: Breakfast
• Overnight: Cairo

Day 14: Final Departure

• Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel.
• Our representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport and assist with your final departure formalities.
• Meals: Breakfast

Package Inclusions & Exclusions

• What's Included:
  • Accommodation
    • 3 nights in a Cairo hotel (B&B)
    • 1 night in an Alexandria hotel (B&B)
    • 1 night in an Aswan hotel (B&B)
    • 4 nights in a Sharm El-Sheikh hotel (B&B)
    • 1 night on an overnight sleeper train (Half Board)
    • 3 nights on a 5-star Nile Cruise (Full Board)
  • Tours & Sightseeing
    • Full-day Cairo tour (Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx)
    • Full-day Alexandria tour
    • All sightseeing tours included during the Nile Cruise (Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor)
    • All entrance fees to the mentioned sites.
  • Transportation
    • All airport meet-and-greet and transfer services.
    • All transfers between cities and for tours in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
    • Domestic flight from Luxor to Sharm El-Sheikh.
  • Guidance & Services
    • Services of a professional, multilingual Egyptologist guide for all tours.
    • All service charges and taxes.
• What's Not Included:
  • International flights to and from Egypt.
  • Entry Visa for Egypt.
  • Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, etc.).
  • Gratuities (tipping).
  • Any optional tours not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Any items not explicitly mentioned as included.

Accommodation Options:

Option (A)

• Cairo: Le Méridien - Steigenberger Pyramids- Ramses Hilton- Helnan - Barcelo Pyramids- Pyramisa.
• Luxor: Steigenberger Nile.
• Nile cruises: MS Emilio, MS Radamis, MS Princess, MS Sara.

Option (B)

• Cairo: Kempinski - Fairmont Cairo - Hilton Curnrad -Marriott Sheraton- Hilton Golf pyramids
• Luxor: Hilton - Sonesta St. George.
• Nile Cruises: MS Amwaj Nile Cruise, MS Nile Premium, MS Bule shadow, MS Jaz Jubilee, Crown Emperor, Steigenberger.

Option (C)

• Cairo: Four Seasons -Marriott Mena House - Kempinski Nile Deluxe - Fairmont Nile Premium - Hyatt Regency
• Luxor: Sofitel Winter Palace.
• Nile cruises: Sanctuary Sun Boat – Oberoi Cruises – Movenpick Royal Cruises - Sonesta Cruises - Le Fayan - Ms Farah -MS Acamar.