Itinerary in Detail

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo

• Welcome at Cairo International Airport by our professional tour guide.

• Private transfer to your hotel with pyramid views.

• Enjoy a welcome drink and assistance with check-in.

Day 2: Explore Cairo’s Rich Heritage

• Visit the Egyptian Museum to uncover treasures of the pharaohs, including Tutankhamun’s golden mask.

• Tour the historic Islamic Cairo: Saladin Citadel, Alabaster Mosque, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

• Stroll down El Moez Street to witness Islamic architecture and vibrant bazaars.

Day 3: Giza Pyramids and Saqqara

• Discover the Great Pyramids of Giza, the iconic Sphinx, and the Valley Temple.

• Visit Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser and learn about ancient burial practices.

• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and return to your hotel.

Day 4: Bahariya Oasis and Desert Adventure

• Journey to the Bahariya Oasis in a private 4×4 Jeep.

• Explore Almarsous Mountain and the breathtaking Crystal Mountain.

• Camp under the stars in the White Desert with a full-board experience.

Day 5: Return to Cairo

• Wake up to the surreal beauty of the desert.

• Visit the English Mountain and enjoy a guided tour of the White Desert.

• Return to Cairo for an overnight stay.

Day 6: Luxor – The Gateway to Ancient Thebes

• Flight to Luxor and embark on a luxurious Nile cruise.

• Explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, marveling at their grand architecture and rich history.

• Relax with lunch and dinner aboard the cruise.

Day 7: Valley of the Kings and More

• Discover the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of ancient pharaohs.

• Visit Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple and the Colossi of Memnon.

• Overnight stay on the Nile cruise.

Day 8: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples

• Explore the Temple of Horus in Edfu and the Kom Ombo Temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus.

• Sail along the Nile, enjoying picturesque views and luxurious amenities.

Day 9: Aswan’s Wonders

• Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.

• Learn about the engineering marvel of the Aswan High Dam.

• Discover the ancient unfinished obelisk.

• Overnight aboard the cruise.

Day 10: Abu Simbel and Return to Cairo

• Early morning excursion to Abu Simbel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• Fly back to Cairo and relax at your hotel.

Day 11: Final Day in Cairo

• Tour the Coptic Quarter, including the Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.

• Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure.