Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Alexandria, Sahara
Embark on a 13-day journey through Egypt’s timeless marvels and the breathtaking Sahara Desert. From the iconic Pyramids of Giza to the golden dunes of the Western Desert, this adventure blends history, culture, and raw natural beauty.
Cairo: Stand before the Great Pyramids, unravel secrets of the Sphinx, explore the Egyptian Museum, and lose yourself in Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Alexandria: Discover Greek and Roman relics at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa and the seaside Qaitbay Citadel.
Nile Cruise (Luxor to Aswan): Unearth ancient wonders like the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Philae Temple, and Abu Simbel.
Sahara Desert: Traverse the surreal landscapes of Bahariya Oasis—crystal mountains, black deserts, hot springs, and endless starlit skies.
Accommodation
7 nights: 5-star Cairo hotel (B&B)
4 nights: 5-star Nile Cruise (full board)
1 night: Desert camping
Flights
Domestic: Cairo→Luxor & Aswan→Cairo
Services
Airport meet & assist (Cairo + all destinations)
Private Egyptologist guide (entire tour)
Transport
All transfers & tours via private A/C vehicles
Experiences
All entrance fees (per itinerary)
Meals as specified
Fees
All taxes & service charges
Welcome to Cairo! Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel. As dusk falls, experience the mesmerizing Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids of Giza, where ancient tales unfold under the stars. Enjoy dinner before retiring for the night.
✔️ Meals: Dinner
✔️ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After breakfast, dive into Egypt’s iconic wonders:
Giza Plateau
Great Pyramid of Khufu: The last ancient wonder, standing for 4,500 years.
The Sphinx: The enigmatic guardian of the pyramids.
Valley Temple: Where mummification rituals took place.
Grand Egyptian Museum (Optional VIP Access)
Explore treasures like Ramses II’s statue and Tutankhamun’s relics.
Saqqara & Memphis
Step Pyramid of Djoser: The world’s oldest stone pyramid.
Ancient Memphis: Home to Ramses II’s colossal statue and the origins of "Egypt."
✔️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
✔️ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After breakfast, journey to Alexandria, Egypt’s Mediterranean jewel.
Highlights:
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa: A 2nd-century fusion of Roman, Greek & Egyptian artistry.
Pompey’s Pillar: A 30m Roman-era monolith, standing since 300 AD.
Qaitbay Citadel: A 15th-century fortress built with remnants of the Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina: The modern rebirth of antiquity’s greatest library.
✔️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
✔️ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Fly to Luxor and step into ancient Thebes:
Must-Sees:
Luxor Temple: Where pharaohs celebrated the Opet Festival 3,400 years ago.
Karnak Temple: The colossal Hypostyle Hall with 134 towering columns.
✔️ Flight: Cairo → Luxor (1hr)
✔️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
✔️ Overnight: Nile Cruise
After breakfast, explore Luxor's legendary west bank:
Highlights:
Temple of Hatshepsut: A 15th-century BC marvel carved into cliffs, honoring Egypt's female pharaoh.
Valley of the Kings: Discover 63 royal tombs (optional Tutankhamun's tomb entry).
Colossi of Memnon: Twin 18m statues of Amenhotep III standing guard for 3,400 years.
✔️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
✔️ Overnight: Nile Cruise
Must-See Temples:
Temple of Edfu: Egypt's best-preserved Ptolemaic temple, dedicated to falcon-god Horus (arrive by horse-drawn carriage!).
Temple of Kom Ombo: Unique dual temple for Sobek (crocodile god) and Horus, featuring mummified crocs and ancient Nilometer.
✔️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
✔️ Overnight: Nile Cruise
Sunrise adventure to Egypt's most spectacular temple complex:
Abu Simbel Temples
Great Temple of Ramses II: 20m colossi guard 3,200-year-old reliefs of battles and gods
Temple of Nefertari: Rare queen's shrine with exquisite Hathor carvings
Modern marvel: Entire complex was relocated in the 1960s to save it from flooding
✔️ Meals: Breakfast box, Lunch, Dinner
✔️ Overnight: Nile Cruise
Morning exploration before flying back:
Key Sites
Aswan High Dam: Modern engineering triumph creating Lake Nasser
Unfinished Obelisk: Reveals ancient stone-working techniques
Philae Temple: Magical island temple of goddess Isis
✔️ Flight: Aswan → Cairo (1.5hrs)
✔️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
✔️ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Delve into Cairo's medieval heritage with an expert guide:
Key Sites:
Salah El-Din Citadel: 12th-century fortress with panoramic city views
Mohamed Ali Mosque: Stunning Ottoman "Alabaster Mosque" with glittering interiors
Sultan Hassan Mosque-Madrasa: 14th-century architectural marvel
Al-Rifai Mosque: Royal mausoleum blending Islamic & Pharaonic styles
✔️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
✔️ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Journey 370km into surreal landscapes:
Bahariya Oasis Highlights:
Golden Mummies Museum: Greco-Roman era gilded mummies
Black Desert: Volcanic rock formations
Crystal Mountain: Sparkling quartz deposits
White Desert Experience:
Sunset among wind-sculpted chalk towers
Bedouin campfire dinner under star-filled skies
✔️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
✔️ Overnight: Luxury Desert Camp
Sunrise over the White Desert
Visit Ain Khudra oasis
Optional sandboarding adventure
Afternoon return to Cairo
✔️ Meals: Breakfast
✔️ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Morning Highlights:
Egyptian Museum: 5,000 years of history featuring Tutankhamun's treasures and royal mummies
NMEC: Modern museum showcasing Egypt's civilization, including 22 royal mummies
Afternoon Exploration:
Coptic Cairo: Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue
Islamic Cairo: Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque, Africa's first mosque
Khan El Khalili: Vibrant 14th-century bazaar for final souvenirs
✔️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
✔️ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Leisurely breakfast
Private transfer to airport
✔️ Meals: Breakfast
Child traveling with two accompanying adults will pay the following:
· 0 Years to 1.99 years of age: Free of charge.
· 2 years to 4.99 years of age: 50% from the full rate.
· 5 years to 11.99 years of age: 75% from the full rate
· 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.
Notes:
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room. If 2 children or more, they will stay in another connected room or a room next to the parent’s room).
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Please note that the tour itinerary and order may change.
This tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your Egypt travel date. Confirmation of this tour will be received at time of booking.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.
The duration of the tours are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
For your comfort and enjoyment, be sure to pack the following:
Essentials: Hat, camera, and umbrella.
Health and Comfort: Any necessary medication, comfortable shoes, sunblock, and sunglasses.
Clothing: Light, cotton clothes for summer and warm clothing for winter months.
Documents: Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months.
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Absolutely mind blowing. A definite must see. We flew from Aswan after I contact them, as I did not want to sit in car for hours with my 10-year-old daughter. Just so much history and ancient love. You cannot miss this one thing if you are in Cairo. The rocks are just HUGE, so special.
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Our trip to was wonderful. The accommodations and travel was seamlessly arranged by customer service rep, Mona, and we visited so many of the famous Egyptian antiquities. I would not have done the trip without the very knowledgeable guides, Ashraf and Mamdouh
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