Cairo, Nile Cruise, and Hurghada Vacation

Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, our representative will assist you through passport control formalities, luggage identification & portage. From the airport, you will be transferred by a private A/C car to your hotel for check-in.
Dinner Time Evening time, we will pick you up from your hotel to enjoy a Dinner Cruise, sit back and relax while enjoying a colorful belly dancing show with a folklore band, featuring the unforgettable Tannoura spin, in keeping with Egypt's whirling dervishes' tradition.
Overnight You will be transferred back to your hotel for the overnight.

After breakfast, you'll begin your 12-day Egypt tour with your private Egyptologist guide at the Giza Plateau:

• Giza Pyramids Complex: This complex, built around 2600 BC by the 4th Dynasty, is a testament to ancient Egyptian ingenuity.
  • The Great Pyramid of Khufu: Built around 2750 BC by King Khufu and designed by his architect Hemiunu, this is the only remaining wonder of the ancient world. It contains the Queen's Chamber, King's Chamber, Grand Gallery, and other internal structures.
  • The Great Sphinx: This iconic statue, known as "Horus of the Horizon," is believed to have been built during the reign of King Khafre (2558-2532 BC). Carved from a single block of limestone, it has the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh. The Dream Stele of Thutmose IV (1401-1391 BC) is located between its front paws.
  • The Valley Temple: This temple was used for mummification and purification rituals during the 4th Dynasty.
• The Grand Egyptian Museum: This museum displays a vast collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including:
  • The Hanging Obelisk
  • King Ramses II Statue
  • The 10 Statues of King Senusert
  • The Grand Staircase
  • Statues of Ptolemaic Kings and Queens
  • The Victory Column of King Mercnptah
  • The Royal Regalia
  • The Grand Atrium & Gift Shop (VIP tickets for access to additional artifacts are available upon request.)

After lunch at a restaurant with views of the Pyramids or the Nile, you'll visit:

• Saqqara Step Pyramid: This early pyramid, built for Pharaoh Djoser (2649-2611 BC) by his architect Imhotep, stands 62 meters tall and features a six-step design. It marked a significant advancement in ancient Egyptian architecture.
• Memphis City: The ancient capital of Egypt, founded around 3200 BC by King Menes, located south of modern Cairo. It was a center of religion and royal power.

Finally, you'll be driven back to your hotel for the night.

After breakfast and hotel checkout in Cairo, you'll be transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you'll meet your tour guide and begin your Aswan tour:

• The High Dam: This large-scale engineering project, built between 1960 and 1970 AD, has significantly impacted Egypt's economy and infrastructure.
• The Unfinished Obelisk: This site, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) for Karnak Temple, provides insights into ancient Egyptian construction techniques. The obelisk cracked during construction and was never completed.
• Philae Temple: This beautiful temple, relocated to Agilkia Island during the UNESCO Nubia Campaign in the 1960s and 70s, is associated with the myth of Osiris. It was originally built in 280 BC by King Ptolemy II.

At the end of the day, you'll check in to a 5-star deluxe Nile cruise for lunch, dinner, and overnight stay on board.

Early morning, have your breakfast boxes then join your private tour guide to visit one of the most historical places in the world:
Abu Simbel Temples The celestial Abu Simbel temple is a glorious symbol of divinity and grace that achieved immortality which was constructed by Ozymandias Pharaoh Ramses II in 1200 B.C to honor the gods of ancient Egypt Amun, Ptah, and Re-Harakty and immortalize his victory in Kadesh and achievements. The great temple of King Ramses II is home to the great sun festival that happens on annually the 22nd of February and October and the second temple is dedicated to his beloved wife Queen Nefertari.

Return to your cruise to have your lunch & dinner meal, and start sailing, and overnight.

Breakfast then begin a guided trip to visit:
Kom Ombo Temple The very unique double temples of Kom Ombo Temple were built between 180 BC and 47 BC and are dedicated to Haroeris “Horus the Elder” and Sobek the crocodile god of the Nile. The hill of gold is able to explain facts about the medical, artistic, and astronomical fields of ancient Egypt.
Edfu temple The gigantic Edfu temple is dedicated to the sky falcon god Horus which showcases a number of amazing tales and art that came to be between 237 BC and 57 BC. The Great Temple was constructed on the same glorious land that witnessed the battle between Horus and Set. Have your lunch & dinner on the cruise and sail to Luxor, arrive late at night, and overnight on board.

After disembarking from the Nile cruise at 8:00 a.m. and checking out, you'll join your private tour guide to visit Luxor's attractions:

• Karnak Temple: This vast complex, built over centuries from the Middle Kingdom to the Greco-Roman period (2000 BC - 30 BC), is one of the world's largest and most ancient religious sites. Dedicated primarily to the Theban Triad (Amun, Mut, and Khonsu), it features the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Precinct of Amun-Re, the Hypostyle Hall, and other impressive structures.
• Valley of the Kings: This underground complex contains 63 tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs and queens (1570-1050 BC), including those of Ramses the Great, Hatshepsut, Seti I, and Tutankhamun. The tombs offer valuable insights into ancient Egyptian history and art.
• Hatshepsut Temple: This temple, dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut (1507–1458 BC), is a prime example of New Kingdom classical architecture. Built in 1479 BC, it honors the sun god Amun and commemorates Hatshepsut's achievements.
• Colossi of Memnon: These two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386-1349 BC), built around 1350 BC, are remnants of a larger temple complex. Despite damage over time, they still display artistic decorations depicting his family, heritage, and the Nile god Hapi.

Lunch will be served at a restaurant with Nile views. Afterward, you'll be transferred to Hurghada and check in to a 5-star hotel for the night.

Take advantage of the marvelous warm weather in Hurghada with a snorkeling excursion on the Red Sea, admiring the dazzling colors, odd shapes, and psychedelic patterns as you observe the fish, coral, and plants.

Enjoy an epic adventure during a guided safari tour in Hurghada. Cross the mighty sand dunes by quad bike, explore the mysteries of a traditional Bedouin village and know about their life and traditions, ride a camel and witness the amazing sunset view with barbeque dinner, mineral water, and soft drinks then enjoy watching stars by night while driving back from Bedouin village to your hotel in Hurghada.

Free day to explore Hurghada on your own. Overnight in Hurghada.

Embarking on a free day tour in Hurghada promises a delightful blend of relaxation and exploration.

After breakfast and checking out of your Hurghada hotel, you'll be transferred to Hurghada Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, you'll meet your private tour guide and begin exploring Cairo:

• The Egyptian Museum: This museum, built in 1901, houses a vast collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts spanning over 4,500 years.

After lunch at a local Cairo restaurant, you'll visit:

• Salah El Din Citadel: This imposing citadel, built between 1176 and 1182 AD by Salah ad-Din, served as Egypt's seat of government until the 1860s. It houses various castles, museums, and displays showcasing Cairo's history.
• Mohamed Ali Mosque (The Alabaster Mosque): Built between 1830 and 1848 AD within the citadel, this mosque is a beautiful example of Ottoman architecture, modeled after the Blue Mosque in Istanbul. Its walls are made of alabaster sourced from the Giza Pyramids.
• The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC): This modern museum showcases Egyptian civilization through 50,000 artifacts, including 28 royal mummies in the Royal Mummies Hall.
• Al Muizz Street: This historic street, dating back to the 10th-century Fatimid dynasty, reflects Cairo's Islamic heritage. It's located near Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
• Khan El Khalili Bazaar: This bustling bazaar, established between 1382 and 1389 AD, offers a vibrant shopping experience and reflects Egypt's Islamic heritage.

At the end of the day, you'll be transferred back to your Cairo hotel for the night.

Breakfast at the hotel then you will transfer to the airport for the flight home and end your 12 days Egypt tour.