12 Days Egypt Tour Package: Cairo, Dahabiya & Alexandria
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Duration 12 Days Egypt Tour Package: Cairo, Dahabiya & Alexandria
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Type Nile River Dahabiya
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Languages English
From $4,620.00
About This Tour
Discover the timeless wonders of Egypt on this exceptional 12-day journey that combines the vibrant capital of Cairo, the peaceful beauty of a luxury Nile Dahabiya cruise,
Discover the timeless wonders of Egypt on this exceptional 12-day journey that combines the vibrant capital of Cairo, the peaceful beauty of a luxury Nile Dahabiya cruise, and the rich Greco-Roman heritage of Alexandria. Carefully designed for travelers seeking history, culture, and comfort, this itinerary offers an unforgettable experience through Egypt's most iconic destinations while enjoying elegant accommodations and personalized service.
Explore the legendary Pyramids of Giza, the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum, and the fascinating landmarks of Alexandria before flying to Luxor to embark on a luxurious Dahabiya cruise. Sail peacefully along the Nile while visiting magnificent temples, ancient quarries, and charming riverside villages before concluding your journey back in Cairo to discover the city's historic religious and Islamic landmarks.
Accompanied by a private English-speaking Egyptologist throughout your sightseeing tours, you'll enjoy luxury accommodations, seamless domestic flights, private transportation, and carefully planned excursions that showcase the very best of Egypt.
Included/Exclude
- Meet and assist upon arrival and departure
- Airport transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Accommodation for 7 nights in Cairo based on breakfast
- Accommodation for 4 nights aboard the Sunrise Nile Dahabiya on a full-board basis
- Domestic flights (Cairo – Luxor & Aswan – Cairo)
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Private sightseeing tours
- Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
- Bottled water during sightseeing
- Porterage service when required
- All taxes and service charges
- International flights
- Egypt entry visa
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Optional tours
- Drinks during meals where not included
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- Anything not mentioned under "Included"
Tour Plan
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, meet our representative who will assist you with arrival formalities before transferring by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel.
The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax after your journey or begin discovering the vibrant atmosphere of Egypt's capital.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: —
Visits: —
Helpful Hint: Exchange a small amount of Egyptian Pounds for personal expenses upon arrival.
After breakfast, meet your Egyptologist guide at your hotel before transferring by private air-conditioned vehicle to the Giza Plateau.
Begin your visit at the Great Pyramids of Giza, the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, built more than 4,500 years ago as monumental tombs for Egypt's pharaohs.
Continue to the Great Sphinx, one of Egypt's most iconic monuments, carved from a single limestone outcrop with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh.
Next, visit the Valley Temple, where ancient priests once carried out the sacred mummification rituals of King Khafre.
Around midday, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.
After lunch, continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the world's largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization. The museum houses thousands of priceless artifacts, including the complete treasures of King Tutankhamun, offering an extraordinary journey through more than 5,000 years of Egyptian history.
Return to your hotel.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza • Great Sphinx • Valley Temple • Grand Egyptian Museum
Helpful Hint: Wear comfortable walking shoes and carry sunscreen, as today's sightseeing includes both outdoor and indoor attractions.
After breakfast, meet your Egyptologist guide at your hotel before transferring by private air-conditioned vehicle to continue your exploration of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).
As one of the world's most important archaeological museums, the GEM showcases an unparalleled collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, interactive exhibitions, and monumental statues that trace the evolution of one of history's greatest civilizations. Highlights include the complete collection of King Tutankhamun's treasures, beautifully displayed for the first time in history.
Take time to admire the museum's impressive architecture and enjoy its panoramic views overlooking the Giza Plateau.
Around midday, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.
After lunch, you may continue exploring additional galleries before returning to your hotel.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Grand Egyptian Museum
Helpful Hint: The museum is extensive, so comfortable footwear is recommended to fully enjoy your visit.
After breakfast, meet your Egyptologist guide before departing by private air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria, Egypt's historic Mediterranean city.
Begin your visit at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman burial site in Egypt, where ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic traditions blend in remarkable underground tombs.
Continue to Pompey's Pillar, a towering Roman triumphal column erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian and one of Alexandria's most recognizable landmarks.
Around midday, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean.
After lunch, visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern architectural masterpiece built as a revival of the legendary Ancient Library of Alexandria. The library serves as one of the world's leading cultural and educational institutions.
Continue to the Citadel of Qaitbay, an impressive 15th-century fortress constructed on the exact site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Before returning to Cairo, stop at the Roman Amphitheater, the only known Roman theater discovered in Egypt, featuring beautifully preserved marble seating and fascinating archaeological remains.
Return to Cairo.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa • Pompey's Pillar • Bibliotheca Alexandrina • Citadel of Qaitbay • Roman Amphitheater
Helpful Hint: Carry a light jacket, as the Mediterranean breeze in Alexandria can be cooler than Cairo.
After breakfast, meet our representative before transferring by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor.
Upon arrival, meet your Egyptologist guide and begin your exploration of Luxor.
Visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built, developed by successive pharaohs over nearly two thousand years. Its magnificent Hypostyle Hall, towering obelisks, and sacred lake make it one of Egypt's greatest archaeological treasures.
Around midday, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.
After lunch, continue to the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Egypt's New Kingdom pharaohs. Hidden beneath the desert hills, its richly decorated tombs reveal extraordinary scenes depicting ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.
Continue to Luxor Temple, an elegant sanctuary built primarily by Amenhotep III and Ramses II. Connected to Karnak by the famous Avenue of Sphinxes, the temple played a central role in the annual Opet Festival.
Following your sightseeing, transfer to your luxury Sunrise Nile Dahabiya for embarkation.
Enjoy dinner onboard.
Overnight: Nile Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Karnak Temple • Valley of the Kings • Luxor Temple
Helpful Hint: Keep a small overnight bag easily accessible before boarding your Dahabiya.
After breakfast onboard, meet your Egyptologist guide to continue exploring Luxor's magnificent West Bank.
Begin your visit at the Temple of Hatshepsut, dramatically built into the limestone cliffs of Deir El Bahari. This remarkable temple honors Queen Hatshepsut, one of Ancient Egypt's most successful female rulers, and stands as one of the country's architectural masterpieces.
Around midday, return to your Dahabiya and enjoy lunch onboard.
In the afternoon, visit the Colossi of Memnon, two colossal stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood guard over the Theban Necropolis for more than 3,400 years.
Return to your Dahabiya and begin your peaceful sail south along the Nile.
Enjoy dinner onboard.
Overnight: Nile Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Temple of Hatshepsut • Colossi of Memnon
Helpful Hint: Relax on the sun deck during today's sailing and enjoy the ever-changing landscapes along the Nile.
After breakfast onboard, enjoy a leisurely morning as your Dahabiya sails toward Edfu.
Upon arrival, take a traditional horse-drawn carriage through the charming streets of Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus. Dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god, this magnificent temple is one of the best-preserved monuments in Egypt and provides remarkable insight into the religious traditions of the Ptolemaic Period.
Return to your Dahabiya and continue sailing toward Gebel El Silsila, the principal sandstone quarry of Ancient Egypt. The dramatic sandstone cliffs supplied building materials for many of Egypt's greatest temples, while the site features fascinating rock-cut shrines and inscriptions commissioned by ancient pharaohs.
Around midday, enjoy lunch onboard your Dahabiya while admiring the tranquil scenery of the Nile.
Later in the afternoon, continue to Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to two gods—Sobek, the crocodile god associated with fertility and the Nile, and Horus the Elder, the falcon god. The temple's perfectly symmetrical layout reflects its dual dedication and is unlike any other temple in Egypt.
Return to your Dahabiya and enjoy dinner onboard.
Overnight: Nile Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Temple of Horus at Edfu • Gebel El Silsila • Kom Ombo Temple
Helpful Hint: Keep your camera ready during today's sailing to capture traditional riverside villages and stunning Nile landscapes.
After breakfast onboard, continue sailing toward Aswan.
Upon arrival, meet your Egyptologist guide and begin your sightseeing with the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt's greatest modern engineering achievements. Completed in the 20th century, the dam controls the annual flooding of the Nile and generates hydroelectric power for much of the country.
Next, board a motorboat for a short ride to Philae Temple, beautifully located on Agilkia Island. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, this elegant sanctuary was carefully relocated by UNESCO after the construction of the High Dam, preserving one of Egypt's most treasured ancient monuments.
Around midday, enjoy lunch onboard your Dahabiya.
Spend the remainder of the afternoon relaxing on the sun deck as you admire the peaceful beauty of the Nile before enjoying your farewell dinner onboard.
Overnight: Nile Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Aswan High Dam • Philae Temple
Helpful Hint: Protect your camera and phone during the motorboat ride to Philae Temple.
After breakfast, disembark from your Dahabiya.
Meet our representative before transferring by private air-conditioned vehicle to Aswan International Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo.
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
Visits: —
Helpful Hint: Keep your passport and boarding pass easily accessible throughout today's domestic flight.
After breakfast, meet your Egyptologist guide before transferring by private air-conditioned vehicle to Historic Cairo.
Begin your exploration at the Hanging Church, one of Egypt's oldest Coptic churches, built above the ancient Roman Fortress of Babylon and renowned for its beautiful wooden ceiling and remarkable religious icons.
Continue to the Church of Abu Serga, traditionally believed to have been built over the cave where the Holy Family sought refuge during their journey through Egypt.
Next, visit the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of Cairo's oldest Jewish landmarks and an important symbol of Egypt's rich religious heritage.
Around midday, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.
After lunch, continue to the impressive Citadel of Saladin, the medieval fortress constructed in the 12th century to defend Cairo from Crusader invasions.
Within the Citadel, visit the magnificent Mosque of Muhammad Ali, famous for its elegant Ottoman architecture, soaring domes, and panoramic views across Cairo.
Conclude your day with free time at the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest traditional markets in the Middle East, where you can browse handcrafted souvenirs, spices, jewelry, and authentic Egyptian gifts.
Return to your hotel.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Hanging Church • Church of Abu Serga • Ben Ezra Synagogue • Citadel of Saladin • Mosque of Muhammad Ali • Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Helpful Hint: Bargaining is common in Khan El Khalili, so feel free to negotiate politely when shopping.
After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure to relax or explore Cairo at your own pace.
You may choose to join one of our optional excursions, revisit your favorite attractions, enjoy shopping at modern malls, or simply unwind at your hotel.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
Visits: —
Helpful Hint: If you plan to explore independently, ask your hotel concierge for recommended transportation options and local advice.
After breakfast, check out of your hotel.
Meet our representative before transferring by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.
As your unforgettable journey through Egypt comes to an end, we hope you leave with lasting memories of its ancient wonders, vibrant culture, and legendary hospitality.
Meals: Breakfast
Visits: —
Helpful Hint: Arrive at the airport at least three hours before your international flight to allow sufficient time for check-in and security procedures.
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