Overview
Your adventure begins in Cairo, where the Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum unveil Egypt’s ancient wonders. An overnight train takes you to Aswan, where Philae Temple and a Nubian village offer cultural encounters. Sailing north, you explore Kom Ombo and Edfu before reaching Luxor, home to the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple. The journey shifts to relaxation in Hurghada, with snorkelling in the Red Sea’s vibrant waters. In Alexandria, Greco-Roman history comes alive at Pompey’s Pillar and Qaitbay Fort. A visit to El Alamein’s WWII cemeteries precedes your return to Cairo, where your Egyptian odyssey ends.
Day 1: Cairo
- Arrive anytime.
- Meet your Local tour leader guide and group.
Day 2: Cairo → Aswan
- Visit the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum.
- Overnight train to Aswan.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Day 3: Aswan
- Explore the vibrant Aswan market or Philae Temple.
- Visit a Nubian village with a traditional home-cooked dinner.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Day 4: Aswan
- Free day to discover Aswan at your own pace.
- Meals: Breakfast.
Day 5: Aswan → Luxor
- visit Kom Ombo Temple -Edfu Temple en route to Luxor.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Day 6: Luxor
- Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Day 7: Luxor
- Visit Karnak Temple.
- Free time.
- Meals: Breakfast.
Day 8: Luxor
- Relax or explore Luxor at your leisure.
- Meals: Breakfast.
Day 9: Luxor → Hurghada
- Drive to the Red Sea coast. Free time to unwind on the beach.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 10: Hurghada
- Snorkel amid coral gardens on a boat trip to local islands.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 11: Hurghada → Alexandria
- Fly to Cairo and drive to Alexandria, stopping at Wadi Al Natrun monasteries.
- Meals: Breakfast.
Day 12: Alexandria
- Guided tour of Pompey’s Pillar, Catacombs, Alexandria Library, and Qaitbay Fort.
- Optional: Explore cafés or enjoy fresh seafood.
- Meals: Breakfast.
Day 13: Alexandria → Cairo
- Visit El Alamein's's WWII cemeteries before returning to Cairo.
- Meals: Breakfast.
Day 14: Cairo
- Optional Activities: Memphis and Sakkara Excursion.
- Meals: Breakfast.
Day 15: Cairo
Depart at any time.
Itinerary
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Day 1 Cairo
Arrival: Arrive at any time. No planned activities until the evening welcome meeting.
Optional Activities:
Islamic and Coptic Cairo Tour: Explore Cairo’s architectural and cultural contrasts, including the Citadel of Saladin, Mohamed Ali Mosque, Hanging Church, St. Sergius Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Meeting: Welcome meeting with Tour leader Guide and group.
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Day 2 Cairo to Aswan
Morning: Visit the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx.
Afternoon: Guided tour of the Egyptian Museum.
Evening: Overnight train to Aswān.
Train Details: Modern air-conditioned sleeper with twin-berth beds. Dinner and breakfast included.
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Day 3 Aswan
Morning: Free time to explore Aswan market or visit Philae Temple.
Afternoon: Visit a Nubian village and enjoy a traditional dinner with a local family.
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Day 4 Aswan
Full Day: Optional visits to Abu Simbel, Unfinished Obelisk, High Dam, or Nubian Museum.
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Day 5 Aswan to Luxor
Morning: Felucca ride to Aswan Bridge.
Afternoon: Visit Kom Ombo Temple.
Evening: Transfer to Luxor.
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Day 6 Luxor
Morning: Visit Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon.
Afternoon: Lunch with a local family on the West Bank.
Free Time: Explore Luxor at leisure.
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Day 7 Luxor
Morning : Visit Karnak Temple.
Free Time: Explore Luxor bazaar.
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Day 8 Luxor
Full Day: Free time to explore Luxor.
Optional Activities: Visit the Temple of Medinat Habu or the Mummification Museum.
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Day 9 Luxor to Hurghada
Morning: Drive to Hurghada.
Afternoon: Free time to relax at the beach.
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Day 10 Hurghada
Full Day: Snorkeling excursion to Giftun Island.
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Day 11 Hurghada to Alexandria
Morning: Flight to Cairo, then drive to Alexandria.
Afternoon: Visit the monasteries of Wadi Al Natrun.
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Day 12 Alexandria
Full Day: Guided tour of Pompey's Pillar, Catacombs, Alexandria Library, and Qaitbay Fort.
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Day 13 Alexandria to Cairo
Morning: Visit El Alamein World War cemeteries.
Afternoon: Return to Cairo.
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Day 14 Cairo
Optional Activities: Memphis and Sakkara Excursion.
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Day 15 Cairo
Departure: Depart at any time.
What's included
Included
- Historical Sites
- Pyramids of Giza
- Sphinx
- Egyptian Museum
- Karnak Temple
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Temple of Hatshepsut
- Valley of the Kings
- Colossi of Memnon
- Alexandria city tour
- Experiences
- Guided tours of historical sites
- Boat ride to Nubian Village
- Traditional Meal
- Boat and snorkelling trip in Hurghada
- Transportation
- Internal flights
- All destination transfers
- Transport to/from activities
Not included
- Visa Entry for Egypt. (We can provide you with your visa upon arrival at your request).
- International Flights
- Personal items.
- Tipping.
- Any other items not mentioned.
- Any Optional tours.
- Drinks during meals.