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Cairo, Alexandria & Sharm

Egypt

Explore Egypt on a 12-day journey covering Cairo, Alexandria, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor and Sharm El Sheikh. Discover the Great Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum, Alexandria’s historic sites, Philae Temple, Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple, with a 3-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor and leisure time by the Red Sea.

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Overview

Daily Schedule

Day

Cairo | Arrival & Dinner Cruise

Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where a representative will meet and assist you after customs before transferring you to your hotel. In the evening, enjoy a two-hour Nile dinner cruise with Egyptian cuisine, belly dancing, folklore and music aboard a 5-star cruise boat. After the cruise, return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.
🏨 Your stay at Ramses Hilton, Grand Nile Tower or Similar (🍴B&D)

Day

Giza | Pyramids & Grand Museum

After breakfast, visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, followed by a panoramic view of the pyramid plateau. Enjoy lunch at an Egyptian restaurant before visiting an oil and perfume shop. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum to explore its collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts and galleries. Return to your hotel in Cairo for an overnight stay.
🏨 Your stay at Ramses Hilton, Grand Nile Tower or Similar (🍴B&L)

Day

Alexandria | Mediterranean Heritage

After breakfast, travel to Alexandria, known as the Bride of the Mediterranean Sea. Visit the Catacombs, Roman Theatre and Bibliotheca Alexandrina before enjoying lunch at a fish restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Return to Cairo in the afternoon and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight in Cairo.
🏨 Your stay at Ramses Hilton, Grand Nile Tower or Similar (🍴B&L)

Day

Aswan | High Dam & Philae

Early in the morning, check out from your Cairo hotel and transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. On arrival, meet your guide and begin sightseeing with a visit to the Aswan High Dam. Continue by traditional Egyptian felucca to Philae Temple on Isis Island. Transfer to your 5-star Nile cruise for check-in and lunch on board. Relax as the cruise begins sailing towards Kom Ombo while enjoying dinner and the Nile scenery.
🚢 Your stay at Nile River Cruise (🍴B, L, D)

Day

Kom Ombo | Temple & Sailing

Enjoy breakfast on board before visiting the Temple of Kom Ombo with your guide. The temple dates from the Greco-Roman period and is dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. An optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel is available at an additional cost. Continue sailing towards Edfu, with lunch and dinner served during the cruise.
🚢 Your stay at Nile River Cruise (🍴B, L, D)

Day

Edfu | Temple & Esna Lock

Start the day with breakfast on board before visiting Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples of ancient Egypt and dedicated to the god Horus. Enjoy lunch while sailing towards Edfu, then continue towards Luxor through Esna Lock. In the evening, enjoy dinner with belly dancing and Tanoura performances before spending the night on board the cruise.
🚢 Your stay at Nile River Cruise (🍴B, L, D)

Day

Luxor | Valley & Ancient Temples

Check out from the Nile cruise early in the morning, with an optional hot air balloon ride available at an additional cost. Explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon on Luxor’s West Bank. Continue to the East Bank to visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Transfer to Luxor International Airport for your domestic flight to Sharm El Sheikh. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay.
🚢 Your stay at Nile River Cruise (🍴B, L, D)

Day

Sharm El Sheikh | Sea & Pool Day

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before spending a free day in Sharm El Sheikh. Relax by the swimming pool or enjoy time by the sea at your leisure. Lunch and dinner are included at the hotel. An optional evening visit to Soho Square is available at an additional cost. Return to the hotel and overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.
🏨 Your stay at Rehana royal, Parrotel beach or Similar (🍴B, L, D)

Day

Sharm El Sheikh | Leisure Day

After breakfast, enjoy another free day in Sharm El Sheikh. Spend your time relaxing by the pool or sea and make use of the hotel facilities at your leisure. Lunch and dinner are included at the hotel. Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.
🏨 Your stay at Rehana royal, Parrotel beach or Similar (🍴B, L, D)

Day

Cairo | Return & Leisure

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Transfer to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure before your overnight stay in Cairo.
🏨 Your stay at Ramses Hilton, Grand Nile Tower or Similar (🍴B&B)

Day

Cairo | Old Cairo & Market

After breakfast, explore Old Cairo and the Religious Community Area, including the Hanging Church and historic churches. Continue to a papyrus shop before enjoying Koshari, a popular Egyptian dish, for lunch. Finish with a walking tour of Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s historic market, before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay.
🏨 Your stay at Ramses Hilton, Grand Nile Tower or Similar (🍴B&L)

Day

Cairo | Final Departure

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Your representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.

Day 1:

Nile dinner cruise at sunset

Destination Highlights

Cairo – Ancient Egyptian Heritage

Giza – Great Pyramids & Sphinx

Grand Egyptian Museum – Ancient Treasures

Alexandria – Mediterranean Heritage

Bibliotheca Alexandrina – Modern Landmark

Aswan – Nile & Ancient Temples

Philae Temple – Island Sanctuary

Kom Ombo – Temple of Sobek

Edfu – Temple of Horus

Luxor – Open-Air Museum

Valley of the Kings – Royal Tombs

Karnak Temple – Ancient Complex

Sharm El Sheikh – Red Sea Coast

Khan El Khalili – Historic Market

Signature Experiences

Cruise the Nile with Dinner

Explore the Great Pyramids

Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum

Discover Alexandria’s Ancient Heritage

Sail by Traditional Felucca

Visit Philae Temple

Discover Kom Ombo Temple

Explore Edfu Temple

Sail Through Esna Lock

Explore the Valley of Kings

Visit Hatshepsut Temple

Discover Karnak Temple

Relax by Sharm’s Sea

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions

5 nights' accommodation in Cairo
3 nights' Nile cruise accommodation
3 nights' accommodation in Sharm El Sheikh
Domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan
Domestic flight from Luxor to Sharm El Sheikh
Domestic flight from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo
Airport transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
All sightseeing transfers mentioned in itinerary
Private guided sightseeing tours
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Entrance fees to listed attractions
Daily breakfast and lunches during tours
Vegetarian & non-vegetarian meal options
Local SIM card, 1 per family
Service charges and taxes

Exclusions

International airfare
Egypt entry visa
Travel or medical insurance
Meals except those mentioned
Early check-in and late check-out
Special archaeological site entrance fees
Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
Personal expenses – drinks, laundry, shopping and items not listed
Entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Best Time to Travel

October to April

AED

Price start from

Information

Prices are quoted per person, based on double occupancy, exclude flights & Visa. Rates are starting from; exact pricing depends on availability and travel dates. Prices may be revised in the event of changes to taxes, fuel surcharges, or other fees imposed by the government or suppliers.

AED 7,733pp excl. flights

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Ramses Hilton

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A Nile-front hotel in central Cairo, close to the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square, with restaurants, an outdoor pool and fitness facilities.

Grand Nile Tower

Garden City, Cairo

A luxury hotel on the Nile in central Cairo, offering Nile-view rooms, restaurants, lounges and a revolving restaurant.

Nile Commodore

Nile River, Egypt

A Nile cruise offering comfortable accommodation, dining and onboard facilities while sailing along Egypt’s historic river.

M/S Kira

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A Nile cruise ship offering comfortable cabins, dining and onboard facilities while sailing between Luxor and Aswan.

Parrotel beach

Nabq Bay, Sharm El Sheikh

A beachfront resort in Nabq Bay with comfortable rooms, swimming pools, restaurants, bars, spa facilities and a private beach.

Rehana royal

Nabq Bay, Sharm El Sheikh

A beachfront resort with spacious rooms, private beach access, swimming pools, water slides, restaurants, spa facilities and landscaped gardens.

Gallery

Cairo view

Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Luxor

A view from the Edfu Temple in Edfu

Bibliotheca Alexandrina

Grand Egyptian Museum exterior

Grand Egyptian Museum interior

Great Pyramid of Giza. The Tomb of Pharaoh Khufu (Cheops), Cairo

Hanging Church

Karnak Temple Luxor

Khan el-Khalili Bazaar Market

Kom Ombo details

Kom Ombo Temple Architecture

Philae Temple on the Nile at Aswan

Roman Theatre

Sharm El Sheikh view

The Sacred Temple Island of Philae

The temple of Hatshepsut near Luxor in Egypt

The Temple of Horus at Edfu temple in Egypt

World famous Luxor Temple

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