Itinerary
- Day 1
Cairo
You'll start with a private guide and air-conditioned vehicle to skip the lines at the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. From there, head to Saqqara and Dahshur to see more ancient structures. If you're interested, there's an optional horse ride through the desert. Lunch happens at a local restaurant, and then the day finishes with a felucca sail on the Nile as the sun sets.
- Meals
- Lunch (Egyptian restaurant meal)
Included Activities
- Skip-the-line access to Khufu (Cheops), Khafre, and Menkaure pyramids
- Visit Saqqara pyramids and Mastabat al-Fir'aun
- Visit Dahshur and Abu Sir pyramids
- Lunch at Egyptian restaurant
- Traditional felucca sailing on the Nile at sunset
Optional Activities
- Enter interior of pyramid tombs
- Horse ride among the golden sands
- Free tour at 6 PM
Landmarks/POIs Khufu (Cheops) Pyramid Khafre Pyramid Menkaure Pyramid The Great Sphinx Saqqara Pyramids Mastabat al-Fir'aun Dahshur Pyramids Abu Sir Pyramids The Nile River - Day 2
Cairo
Your morning starts at Cairo Tower where you'll get 360-degree views from 187 meters up. After that, walk through historic El Moez Street to see medieval architecture and stop at one of the oldest cafes in the area for hookah. Lunch takes you to a famous oriental pie restaurant. By evening, you'll head to the Great Sphinx for the Sound & Light show.
- Meals
- Lunch (Free lunch - Oriental Egyptian style pie at Fatatry El Hussien)
Included Activities
- Cairo Tower visit with panoramic views from observation floor
- Telescopes available on observation level
- El Moez Street exploration
- Hookah experience at Elfishawy Cafe
- Free lunch at Fatatry El Hussien restaurant - Oriental Egyptian style pie
- Sound & Light show at the Great Sphinx
Landmarks/POIs Cairo Tower El Moez Street (Sharia al-Muizz li-Din Illah) Elfishawy Cafe Fatatry El Hussien The Great Sphinx - Day 3
Alexandria
You're traveling to Alexandria, Egypt's coastal city by the Mediterranean. Check out the National Museum first to see artifacts spanning from Pharaonic to Islamic periods. Next, spend time at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina cultural center, then walk the Corniche to Fort Qaitbey and explore its stone chambers. Later, visit the Catacombs of Kom el-Shuqqafa. Your guide will help arrange lunch during the day.
Included Activities
- Alexandria's National Museum visit
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina visit
- Corniche walk
- Fort Qaitbey exploration and roof views
- Catacombs of Kom el-Shuqqafa visit
Optional Activities
- Lunch at local restaurants (to be arranged with tour guide)
Landmarks/POIs Alexandria's National Museum Bibliotheca Alexandrina Fort Qaitbey Corniche Road Catacombs of Kom el-Shuqqafa Pharos Lighthouse (historic site) - Day 4
Giza to Hurghada
After checking out from your Cairo hotel, you'll travel to Hurghada and check into your coastal resort by 9 AM. Then board a boat for about 45 minutes heading to Giftun Island for snorkeling in the Red Sea. You'll spend time observing marine life and taking photos before the boat brings you back to your hotel around 5 PM.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Boat cruising in the Red Sea for approximately 45 minutes to Giftun Island
- Snorkeling at Giftun Island
Landmarks/POIs Giftun Island Red Sea - Day 5
Hurghada
At 10 AM, visit El-Mina Mosque, known locally as the Egyptian Taj Mahal with its 35 white domes and ornate interior. You'll dress in traditional Galabya and veil as respectful attire for this visit. Return by 4 PM, then head out to see the SS Thistlegorm wreck, a famous British merchant ship. Finish at the Marine Biology Museum to see colorful coral reefs and Red Sea species.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- El-Mina Mosque (Egyptian Taj Mahal) visit
- Traditional Galabya and veil for respectful dress
- SS Thistlegorm wreck visit
- Beverage during wreck visit
- Marine Biology Museum visit with coral reefs and Red Sea species exploration
Landmarks/POIs El-Mina Mosque (Al-Mina Al-Kabir) SS Thistlegorm Wreck Marine Biology Museum - Day 6
Hurghada
At 3 PM, you'll descend 5 meters underwater in an air-conditioned semi-submarine with 20 panoramic windows to watch marine life along 6 km of coral reefs. The tour includes free snorkeling equipment and about 30 minutes of free snorkeling time in the water. You'll return to your hotel by 5 PM, and airport assistance gets arranged for your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Semi-submarine experience - 5 meters underwater along 6 km of coral reefs with 20 panoramic windows
- Free snorkeling with all equipment for approximately 30 minutes
Optional Activities
- Free tour of hotel facilities for remainder of day
Landmarks/POIs Red Sea Coral Reefs - Day 7
Free Day
This is your free day at the hotel. You can relax and use all the facilities available, whether that's beach access, swimming pools, or other amenities. It's a good chance to rest after your activities or do whatever you prefer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Hotel beach facilities
- Swimming pools
- Hotel amenities and facilities
- Day 8
Hurghada to Luxor
You'll depart at 5 AM with a professional guide heading to Luxor, often called the world's greatest open-air museum. Start by exploring the Valley of Kings with its rock-cut pharaonic tombs decorated with colorful religious texts. Next, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and view the Colossi of Memnon. Then continue to Karnak Temple, the largest religious building ever constructed. Breakfast, lunch, or snacks happen at a recommended restaurant. Later that evening, you'll board your 5-star Nile cruise.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Valley of Kings exploration with entry to select tombs
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut visit
- Colossi of Memnon viewing
- Karnak Temple visit - largest religious building constructed
- Meals at well-known restaurant recommended by guide
Landmarks/POIs Valley of the Kings Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Colossi of Memnon Karnak Temple - Day 9
Luxor to Aswan
Your Nile cruise continues toward Aswan where you'll experience Nubian culture and local traditions that blend Egyptian and diverse cultural influences. After breakfast on your cruise, travel with an Egyptologist guide to visit the Abu Simbel temple.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast on 5-star Nile cruise), Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Abu Simbel temple visit with Egyptologist guide
Landmarks/POIs Abu Simbel Temple - Day 10
Aswan
At 9 AM, your guide takes you to three major Aswan attractions: the Philae Temple, the High Dam which showcases impressive engineering, and the Unfinished Obelisk. After finishing these sites, you'll check out from your 5-star Nile cruise and get transferred to the airport for your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Philae Temple visit
- High Dam visit
- Unfinished Obelisk visit
Landmarks/POIs Philae Temple High Dam (Aswan High Dam) Unfinished Obelisk
