Day 1Cairo International Airport

We will greet you at the airport in Cairo and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to settle into your hotel and relax after your journey.

Overnight: in Cairo hotel.

Day 2Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum

We start today’s tour with a bang, with a visit to the immense Giza Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza. We also include a camel ride at the pyramids, fun for all the family, and a great photo opportunity as well.

We then head into the center of town and visit the Egyptian Museum with its collection of mummies and, of course, the familiar and famous Tutankhamun exhibit with the original golden mask on display.

This evening, take the overnight sleeper train to Aswan.

Overnight: Onboard train | Meals: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 3Temple of Philae and Local School

The River Nile is at its most picturesque here in Aswan, and we take advantage of this with a tour of the beautiful island Temple of Philae by boat.

During term times, we will also visit a local school where we arrange fun and informal joint English/Arabic language class with children of a similar age to your group. A Nubian meal is also included today.

Overnight: Aswan Hotel | Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.


 

Day 4Abu Simbel, Aswan Bazaar & Felucca Sailboat

There is the option very early this morning for a tour of the temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel, which have a fascinating story as they were completely dismantled and rebuilt piece by piece to escape the rising waters of Lake Nasser (optional).

If you do not do Abu Simbel, the morning is free to explore Aswan’s busy and exotic bazaar or relax in the hotel before we board our Felucca sailboat for 1-hour sailing on the Nile.

Overnight: Aswan Hotel | Meals: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 5Head to Luxor

After breakfast, we drive to Luxor, where we check into our hotel by the Nile. The rest of the afternoon is free.

Overnight: Luxor hotel | Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

Day 6Hot Air Balloon, Valley of the Kings & Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

There is the option today of a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the west bank of the Nile (optional).

Today’s tour takes in the West bank of the Nile, visiting the Pharaonic tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the unique Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, where we learn about her fascinating story.

The afternoon is free to relax in the hotel, explore Luxor town, take another felucca trip on the Nile to Banana Island, or perhaps visit the Mummification Museum.

Overnight: Luxor hotel | Meals: Breakfast.



 

Day 7Luxor, Karnak Temple, and Drive to Hurghada

We tour one of Egypt’s biggest and most impressive sites today, Karnak Temple, with its huge temples, obelisks, statues, and columned halls.

In the afternoon, we drive through the hills and down to the Red Sea and our beach resort in Hurghada (on half board basis). Options are available to upgrade to all-inclusive or to change the resort to a higher level or different style.

Overnight: Hurghada Resort | Meals: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 8Snorkeling and Scuba Diving

These three days are free to relax in and around the hotel pool and beach or to try some watersports or other activities. There is a huge amount available in and around Hurghada, including snorkeling and scuba diving, water sports and fun parks, and camel rides, and the old town and marina in Hurghada are worth a visit.

Overnight: Hurghada resort | Meals: Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 9Free Time for Relaxation

Today and tomorrow, you will have more free time for relaxation or the opportunity to partake in the many activities available through your local rep.

Overnight: Hurghada resort | Meals: Breakfast and Dinner.

 

Day 10Red Sea

Today is your last opportunity to dive into the Red Sea and/or join us for some optional activities before flying back to Cairo tomorrow.

Overnight: Hurghada Resort | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner.

Day 11Islamic Cairo

We take a morning flight with Egypt Air back to Cairo and then have a short tour to explore the mosque and museum at the Saladin Citadel overlooking the city, wander around, and possibly do some haggling and souvenir shopping in the busy Khan-el-Khalili Bazaar.

We will visit a traditional local Koshari shop for a snack lunch. In the evening, we will include a farewell dinner to say goodbye to your Egyptologist guide and fellow travelers.

Overnight: Cairo hotel | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.


 

Day 12Bid Farewell

The tour ends today, and your time is free until we transfer you to the airport for your flight home.

Meals: Breakfast.

 

 Inclusion

• Meet-and-assist services upon arrival and departure
• Transportation on private air-conditioned vehicles
• Accommodation in Cairo, Luxor & Hurghada at a 5-star hotel, including breakfast
• All sightseeing tours in Cairo and Luxor including English-speaking Egyptologist guides, all entrance fees, and transfers
• Sleeper Train (Cairo-Aswan)
• Internal flight from Hurghada to Cairo
• Portage when needed
• All service charges and taxes

 Exclusion

• International Airfare
• Gratuities/Tipping (Recommended).
• Meals except where indicated
• Drinks and any personal expenses
• Entry visa to Egypt
• Camel ride around the pyramids area
• Entrance fees: to the burial chambers of the pyramids and the tomb of King Tutankhamen in the Valley of the Kings
• Optional night activities not included as part of the itinerary