About This Trip
Itinerary Summary
| DAY | PLACE | HIGHLIGHTS |
| 1 - 4 | Cairo | Pyramids, Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum, Imhotep Museum |
| 5 | Minya | Beni Hassan, Museum of Akhenaten, Tell El Amarna |
| 6 | Faiyum | Wadi EL Rayan, Wadi EL Hitan |
| 7 - 9 | Lake Nasser Cruise |
Abu Simbel: Temple of Nefertari |
| 10 - 13 | Luxor | Valley of the Kings, Luxor Temples, Dendera Temple |
| 14 - 15 | Sharm El Sheikh | Beach Holiday by the Red Sea |
| 16 | Cairo | Departure |
Suggested Itinerary
On arrival at Cairo airport, you will be greeted by an airport representative who will help you on the visa process and immigration, and then lead to your driver for an hour's transfer to your hotel. Check-in and then enjoy some relax at the hotel.
- Cairo
Are you excited to visit the Grand Egyptian Museum? This contemporary architectural marvel boasts a facade that integrates glass and stone, filling the museum with natural light. Within its walls, the GEM treasures more than 100,000 historical objects, tracing Egypt's past from its earliest days through the times of the Greeks and Romans. The exhibits are thoughtfully arranged with comprehensive narratives and engaging interactives, vividly recreating the splendor of bygone eras.
- B
- Cairo
This is a full day for you to marvel at the Pyramids, covering the Step Pyramid and Imhotep Museum in Saqqara, Giza Pyramids, and the Sphinx. Of course, you will not miss the Great Pyramid of King Khufu and one or two other smaller pyramids that were regarded belong to Pharaoh's wife.
- B
- Cairo
Kickstart today's discoveries at the ancient city of Memphis. Ramble around the ruins of temples, halls, and statues as your guide tells the fascinating stories of the capital of the Old Kingdom.
Later, learn about the origins of Egyptian pyramids with a visit to Dahshur, where you'll admire the Bent Pyramid, the Red Pyramid, which is the first smooth-sided pyramid ever built, and the Black Pyramid (from a distance).
- B
- Cairo
This morning, drive about 3 hours to El Minya, a less visited but historic city which is called as the 'Bride of Upper Egypt'. There, you will visit Beni Hassan - an ancient Egyptian cemetery primarily used between 21st BC and 17th BC, the new built Museum of Akhenaten - Egypt's third-largest museum next to the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Al-Fustat Museum, and Tell El Amarna - a short-lived ancient capital built by Pharaoh Akhenaten.
- B
- Cairo
Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo and drive for almost 90 km to enjoy El Fayoum's famous sightseeing. Start your day at Wadi El Rayan which is 80 KM south of Faiyum, and then drive to Wadi El Hitan and change our vehicle with a 4x4 Jeep for a 60 KM drive on the desert that boasts hundreds of fossils of ancient whales, which reveal some evidence of how the whale evolved from terrestrial to ocean creature.
- B
- Cairo
Check out early in the morning and take a private transfer to the airport for flights to Abu Simbel with a connection at Aswan. On arrival, be picked up to board the cruise ship on Lake Nasser. Then, take an excursion to Abu Simbel Temples (the Great Temple of Ramses II and Temple of Nefertari).
- B L D
- Nile River Cruise
Today, you will set sail on Lake Nasser. This is an off-the-beaten-path Nile cruise itinerary and will show you some hidden Nubian remains. Your first stop is Kasr Ibrim, the only one situated on its original location and to have survived the flooding of Lake Nasser caused by the Aswan High Dam.
After lunch on board, continue the cruise and visit the Temple of Amada, the oldest Egyptian temple in Nubia, and then sail to Wadi el Sebou.
- B L D
- Nile River Cruise
Breakfast on board and morning visit to Wadi el Sebou Temple also known as the Valley of the Lions because of the sphinx lined along with the approach to the temple forecourts. Sail to Aswan, dinner on board with Nubian show.
- B L D
- Nile River Cruise
Disembark the boat after breakfast, take a private drive to Luxor and check into your hotel. En route, you can ask a stop to see the Esna Temple. The rest time of today is free for you to relax.
- B
- Luxor
Continue your Egypt in-depth exploration. Drive about 3 hours to visit the sacred city of Abydos, the place where ancient Egyptian worship Osiris, the God of the dead. There, you visit the Osiris Temple and admire the most exquisite frescoes throughout Egypt. After it, drive about 2 hours back to see Dendera Temple, one of the best-preserved temple complexes in Egypt, and is dedicated to the goddess of Hathor who governs love, joy and beauty.
- B
- Luxor
Today, you will follow your guide to explore Luxor on the west bank covering the ancient village of Deir El-Medina, which was the home to the artisans who worked for the Valley of Kings; Temple of Ramesseum for Pharaoh Ramses II; Howard Carter House, whose original owner discovered the tomb of the boy-king Tutankhamun; Medinet Habu, known as the reliefs depicting the Ramses III defeating the Libyans; the Valley of the Kings.
- B
- Luxor
Today you will visit the Karnak Temple. Developed over 1,000 years, Karnak is considered as the second most visited site in Egypt and the most impressive temple complex built by humans. In the afternoon, be transferred to the airport for flights to Sharm El Sheikh with a connection at Cairo airport. On arrival, be picked up and transferred to the hotel.
- B D
- Sharm El Sheikh
Standing on the coastal strip along the Red Sea, with bright sunshine and crystal clear waters, Sharm El Sheikh attracts a large number of tourists every year. The coral reefs in this area are extremely famous and make it popular among deep-sea snorkelers. Have a leisurely day today to enjoy the sunshine, beach or snorkeling on your own.
- B L D
- Sharm El Sheikh
Continue to enjoy your beach holiday in Sharm El Sheikh.
- B L D
- Sharm El Sheikh
Free time before meeting our representative and then being transferred to the airport for your flight to Cairo where you will connect with your home-bound flight.
- B
Optional Activities
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Stepping into the Pyramid's Secret PlaceThe hidden entrance on the north side of the Great Pyramid allows you to see the interior. Standing inside the pyramid, the solemn atmosphere holds you transfixed, as if the pharaoh's soul still guards his final resting place, silently recounting the grand history of ancient Egypt.
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Trip to Nubian Village by Motorboat (Aswan)Embark on a motorboat to one of Aswan's Nubian villages for an insight into Egypt's Nubian ethnic community. Browse its brightly painted dwellings and learn about the tales of Nubina life you may not hear otherwise.
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Felucca Sail on Nile (Luxor)On a Felucca, a classic Egyptian sailboat, take in the tranquility of the Nile. While enjoying a refreshing beverage, catch a peek at the everyday local life as it passes by and see the monuments along the river. During the trip, the boat will anchor off the banana-plantation-covered Banana Island for a short shore exploration.
Accommodation Options
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What's Included in Your Private Tour
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A dedicated travel expert will work with you to design and arrange your itinerary based on your interests, travel style, schedule, and budget. Your trip can be adjusted as your plans take shape.
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Accommodation is selected based on location, quality, your preferences, and budget. Depending on the destination and itinerary, options may include international hotel chains, boutique hotels, and locally distinctive properties.
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Local guides are arranged in each destination, with strong language skills and in-depth local knowledge. Your guide will help you make the most of each destination while sharing local history, culture, and everyday life.
Guide arrangements may vary depending on your destination and itinerary. Please refer to your Tour Program for the specific guide arrangements for your trip.
If you have any special requirements for your guide, such as in-depth historical and cultural interpretation or expertise in a particular industry or subject, please let us know in advance so we can take your preferences into consideration when arranging your trip. -
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver, as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic trains as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
- International flights for selected multi-country tours, as specified in the itinerary.
Transportation arrangements can be adjusted to suit your itinerary and travel needs.
*As each trip is tailor-made, transportation arrangements may vary by itinerary and destination. The final arrangements will be detailed in your Tour Program.*International flights to and from your home country are normally not included in the initial Tour Program. If you would like, your travel expert can also help arrange these flights upon request.
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- Breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D) as specified in the itinerary
- Additional meals can be arranged upon request
- Vegetarian and vegan options are available upon request
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