Private 13-Day Through Egypt’s Timeless Wonders

Morning:

• Giza Plateau: Stand before the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the enigmatic Sphinx, and the sacred Valley Temple.

• Grand Egyptian Museum: Marvel at the Statue of Ramses II, the Hanging Obelisk, and the Grand Staircase’s treasures. (VIP upgrades available!)

Lunch: Dine with breathtaking Pyramids or Nile views.

Afternoon:

• Saqqara: Discover the revolutionary Step Pyramid of Djoser, designed by Imhotep.

• Memphis: Explore Egypt’s ancient capital, home to the Colossus of Ramses II.

Evening: Return to Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Cairo

Highlights:

• Manial Palace: A masterpiece blending Ottoman, Moorish & European styles with lush gardens and royal collections.

• Abdeen Palace: Explore 5 museums showcasing Egypt's royal history, from the Silver Museum to the Arms Museum.

• Baron Empain Palace: A hauntingly beautiful Hindu-inspired palace shrouded in legends.
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
  Overnight: Cairo

Morning:

• Fly to Aswan

• Aswan High Dam: Discover how this modern wonder transformed Egypt.

• Unfinished Obelisk: See the 3,500-year-old abandoned monument that would've been the largest ever built.

Afternoon:

• Philae Temple: Boat to Agilkia Island to explore this stunning Isis Temple with its mythical carvings.

• Board your 5-star Nile Cruise - unwind as timeless river views glide by.
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Flight: Cairo → Aswan
  Overnight: Onboard Cruise

In the early morning:

• Depart early with breakfast box for Abu Simbel

• Great Temple of Ramses II: Marvel at the 20m-tall colossi and intricate battle reliefs

• Temple of Nefertari: Rare queen's temple showcasing her alongside gods
  Did you know? The temple's alignment creates a solar phenomenon on Feb 22 & Oct 22!

Afternoon:

• Return to cruise for lunch while sailing to Kom Ombo

• Relax on deck with panoramic Nile views
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Overnight: Onboard Cruise

Morning:

• Kom Ombo Temple: Unique double temple honoring Sobek (crocodile god) and Horus the Elder

• See ancient medical instruments and mummified crocodiles

Midday:

• Horse carriage ride to Edfu Temple

• Best-preserved temple in Egypt, depicting Horus' victory over chaos

• Climb to rooftop for stunning Nile Valley views

Evening:

• Sunset sail to Luxor

• Stargazing from sundeck
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Overnight: Onboard Cruise

Morning:

• Karnak Temple: Walk among 134 colossal columns in the Great Hypostyle Hall and discover the Precinct of Amun-Re

• Hatshepsut’s Temple: Marvel at the terraced masterpiece of Egypt's female pharaoh

Afternoon:

• Valley of the Kings: Explore 3 royal tombs with vibrant afterlife murals

• Colossi of Memnon: See the legendary "singing" statues of Amenhotep III

Evening:

• Scenic transfer to Marsa Alam

• Check into your Red Sea resort
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Overnight: Marsa Alam

Morning:

• Diving/Snorkeling Excursion: Explore vibrant coral reefs with PADI pros

• Spot dolphins, sea turtles, and rainbow-colored fish at Abu Dabbab or Elphinstone Reef

Afternoon:

• Beachside lunch followed by leisure time

• Optional: Shore snorkeling or relaxing on pristine sands

Evening:

• Oceanfront seafood dinner under the stars
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Overnight: Marsa Alam

Morning Adventure:

• Quad Biking Safari: Conquer golden dunes on 4-wheelers

• Visit a Bedouin village: Sip tea, learn bread-making, and discover nomadic traditions

Evening Magic:

• Sunset BBQ feast in the desert

• Stargazing session with Milky Way views

• Live traditional music around the fire
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Overnight: Marsa Alam

Morning:

• Fly from Marsa Alam to Cairo

• Egyptian Museum: Discover Tutankhamun's golden mask and 5,000 years of history

Afternoon:

• Authentic Egyptian lunch

• Old Cairo: Visit the Hanging Church, Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque, and Ben Ezra Synagogue

• Al-Muizz Street & Khan el-Khalili: Explore Islamic architecture and haggle for souvenirs

Evening:

• Return to hotel to relax
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
  Flight: Marsa Alam → Cairo
  Overnight: Cairo

Morning:

• Depart for Fayoum, Egypt's natural wonderland

• Lake Qarun: Spot flamingos & prehistoric whale fossils along Egypt's ancient saltwater lake

Afternoon:

• Traditional lakeside lunch

• Photograph Fayoum's iconic Ptolemaic waterwheels

• Swim at Wadi El Rayan, Egypt's only desert waterfalls

Evening:

• Desert camping experience: BBQ dinner under Saharan stars
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Overnight: Bedouin-style camp

UNESCO World Heritage Site:

• Wadi El Hitan (Whale Valley): Walk among 40-million-year-old whale fossils

• See the famous "walking whale" skeleton with vestigial legs

Afternoon:

• Return to Cairo

• Free evening for last-minute shopping or relaxation
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
  Overnight: Cairo

• Airport transfer after breakfast

• Meals: Breakfast