Itinerary
Day 01: Welcome to Cairo
Welcome to Egypt land of history. Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport you will be met by our warm and professional airport representatives who will arrange your ground transportation to the hotel.
Day 02: Ben Ezra Synagogue, Hanging Church, Coptic Museum, Abu Serga Church, Saladin Citadel and Khan El Khalili
Start your day off with a delicious breakfast at the hotel then go sightseeing in Old Cairo, discover the Ben Ezra synagogue, the Hanging Church with its unique design and wooden roof that mimics Noah’s Ark. Then tour the Coptic Museum and visit Abu Serga Church a landmark believed to be the place where Mary & Joseph last stayed in Egypt with baby Jesus. Stop by the Citadel a magnificent structure that has acted as a fortress for Cairo against enemy attack. Then experience Khan El Khalili, a large marketplace or souk in Cairo. Soak up the sounds of sellers calling buyers to their stalls, get anything from jewelry, spices, T-Shirts, or souvenirs at the Khan and leave with the perfect gift then return to the hotel for dinner and the reminder of the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 03: Memphis, Saqqara and Dahshur
It’s another day of discovery in Egypt visit the open air museum at Memphis and marvel at the massive statues craved out of limestone and granite of Egyptian gods and pharaohs. Then stop by Saqqara famous for its step pyramids and history of building the first pyramids in all of Egypt. While there visit the Pyramids of King Zoser, Titi and others and the many tombs of kings and great officials. Enjoy a mixed grill lunch before visiting the town of Dahshur known for its Bent and Red Pyramids. Then return to the hotel for the reminder of the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04: Abu Simble Temples and Felucca sailing
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast and then fly to Abu Simble, tour the magnificent Abu Simble Temples carved out of solid rock. Take a short flight to Aswan, then enjoy a sumptuous lunch. Later on go sailing on a Felucca, a traditional Egyptian sail boat around Kitchener Island & Nubian village. Overnight at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 05: High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple
While in Aswan enjoy one of the most memorable tours of the city, get a bird’s eye view of the city at the High Dam. Here you will see a view like no other atop the 364 ft tall structure. Stop by the Unfinished Obelisk whose construction was abandoned by Queen Hatshepsut. Check-in the luxurious Nile Cruise and enjoy a delicious lunch on board the Nile Cruise. Then visit Philae Temple was dedicated to the goddess Isis with its many shrines and sanctuaries. Overnight on-board while sailing to Kom-Ombo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06: Kom-Ombo Temple and Horus Temple
After breakfast, tour the Temple of Kom Ombo which is actually two temples built in one. With one side dedicated to the crocodile god and the other to Falcon head god. Continue cruising on the Nile to Edfu and visit the Temple of Horus said to be the best-preserved temple in Egypt and only second to Karnak in its grandeur. Enjoy dinner on board the Nile Cruise where you will dine & spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 07: Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon
Wake up to a warm Egyptian breakfast for a day of exploration and discovery. Visit the Valley of Kings which is a massive burial ground for Pharaohs, kings and the elite. Explore the tombs of world famous Pharaohs from the Old Kingdom. Visit the tomb of Tutankhamun more popularly called King Tut, Hatshepsut Temple and learn about the first female Pharaoh. Then visit the Colossi of Memnon two huge statues around 17m high that guarded the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 08: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple and Local Market
Enjoy breakfast onboard and check-out the Nile Cruise and go to tour the breath taking Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex built by man covering approximately 200 acres with individual temples built for various gods. It is a massive complex of columns, statues, halls, and courts which tell a story of its former grandeur and splendor. Then tour the impressive Luxor Temple dedicated to Amun, built by two Pharaohs Amenophis III and Ramses II. Magnificent in its own right, the temple features enormous gateways, shrines, and sanctuaries. Have lunch then tour the local market place in a horse drawn carriage. Later board the Nile Cruise where you will dine & spend the remainder of the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 09: Drive to the Red Sea - Hurghada
Start your day with a delicious breakfast before driving to the luxury resort town of Hurghada. With its pristine waters and coastline, Hurghada is an aquatic heaven for the snorkeler, beach bum or the adventurous. Check into your beautiful resort where you will spend the night.
Please review our optional day tours in Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Free day at your leisure in the Pearl of the Red Sea - Hurghada
Enjoy a full day at your own leisure, relax or be entertained by the many activities we offer in Hurghada, go for a submarine trip or a dolphin show or even go swimming with the dolphins.
Please review our optional day tours in Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Desert Safari
Wake up to a delectable breakfast at the hotel and enjoy all Hurghada has to offer. Go swimming, windsurfing, glass bottom boating, snorkeling or just relax on the beach. Return to the resort for lunch then go on a desert safari and explore the laid back Bedouin Village. Return to the hotel for the remainder of the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Travel to the Egyptian Riviera - Sharm El Sheikh-
Enjoy Breakfast in the hotel and take the Red Sea Ferry Boat to the luxurious resort of Sharm El Sheikh. full day at your own leisure at the hotel, relax or be entertained by the many activities and amenities the hotel has to offer.
Please review our optional day tours in Sharm El Sheikh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Free day at your own leisure in Sharm El Sheikh
Enjoy the all-inclusive meal plan and spend your day at your own leisure, optional tours are available upon your request. Spend the night at the hotel.
Please review our optional day tours in Sharm El Sheikh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14: Free day at your own leisure in Sharm El Sheikh
Enjoy the all-inclusive meal plan and spend your day at your own leisure, optional tours are available upon your request. Spend the night at the hotel.
Please review our optional day tours in Sharm El Sheikh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15: South Sinai & Saint Catherine
After a hearty breakfast, the adventure continues with a drive to St. Catherine a town rich in history and mystery. Enjoy authentic Egyptian cuisine and spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Check into the hotel where you will spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16: Cairo and the Sound & Light Show at Giza
Wake up to a warm Egyptian breakfast and drive back to Cairo. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and witness an amazing Light and Sound show with enchanting music. Return to the hotel the where you will spend the night.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 17: Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum
Wake up to a delectable breakfast and drive back to Cairo jet start a day of sight-seeing and exploration of the Great Pyramids of Giza. Step back in time as you tour the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure popularly referred to as the second and third pyramids. Enjoy sumptuous Egyptian cuisine for lunch at one of Cairo’s local restaurants as you continue your tour of the awe-inspiring Cairo Egyptian Museum, famous for the Golden Mask of King Tutankhamun. Return to the hotel for fine dining where you would spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 18: Departure from Cairo International Airport
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel as you prepare for your return flight home. If you have a late departure let us know as special arrangements can be made for you.
Meals: Breakfast
