The Best of Egypt Tour: Cairo, Dahabiya & Sharm El Sheikh
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Type Nile River Dahabiya
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Languages English
From $3,650.00
About This Tour
Discover the very best of Egypt on this exceptional 10-day journey
Discover the very best of Egypt on this exceptional 10-day journey, combining the timeless wonders of Cairo, the serenity of a luxury Nile Dahabiya cruise, and the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea in Sharm El Sheikh. Carefully designed for travelers seeking the perfect balance of history, culture, relaxation, and comfort, this itinerary showcases Egypt's most iconic landmarks while offering premium accommodations and personalized service throughout.
Begin your adventure in Cairo, where you'll explore the legendary Pyramids of Giza, the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum, and the historic streets of Old Cairo. Continue with a domestic flight to Aswan to embark on a luxurious Dahabiya cruise, sailing peacefully along the Nile while visiting magnificent temples, ancient quarries, and breathtaking archaeological sites before arriving in Luxor.
Conclude your journey with a relaxing stay in the beautiful resort city of Sharm El Sheikh. Enjoy its world-famous beaches, crystal-clear waters, and luxurious all-inclusive resort before returning to Cairo for your international departure.
Included/Exclude
- Meet and assist upon arrival and departure
- Airport transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Accommodation for 4 nights in Cairo based on breakfast
- Accommodation for 3 nights aboard a luxury Dahabiya on a full-board basis
- Accommodation for 2 nights in Sharm El Sheikh on an all-inclusive basis
- Domestic flights (Cairo – Aswan – Sharm El Sheikh – Cairo)
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide during sightseeing
- Private sightseeing tours in Cairo and during the Nile cruise
- Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
- Bottled water during sightseeing
- Shopping tour in Cairo
- Porterage service when required
- All taxes and service charges
- International flights
- Egypt entry visa
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- Drinks not included in hotel meal plans
- 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 local currency upon arrival for minor personal expenses.
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 royal 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. Nearby, visit the Valley Temple, where ancient priests once performed the mummification rituals of King Khafre.
Around midday, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant overlooking the Pyramids or at a premium local restaurant.
After lunch, continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the world's largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization. Home to thousands of priceless artifacts, including the complete treasures of King Tutankhamun, the museum offers an extraordinary journey through more than 5,000 years of Egyptian history.
After completing your visit, 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 much of today's sightseeing takes place outdoors before continuing inside the museum.
After breakfast, meet your Egyptologist guide before transferring to Historic Cairo.
Visit the Hanging Church, one of Egypt's oldest Coptic churches, followed by the Church of Abu Serga, believed to have sheltered the Holy Family during their journey through Egypt.
Continue to the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of Cairo's oldest Jewish landmarks.
Around midday, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.
After lunch, visit the Citadel of Saladin, the medieval fortress overlooking Cairo.
Continue to the magnificent Mosque of Muhammad Ali, renowned for its elegant Ottoman architecture and panoramic city views.
Conclude your day exploring the lively Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the Middle East's oldest traditional markets, famous for its handicrafts, spices, jewelry, and authentic Egyptian atmosphere.
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: Keep some cash with you if you plan to shop in Khan El Khalili.
After breakfast, meet our representative before transferring to Cairo International Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan.
Upon arrival, meet your Egyptologist guide and visit the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt's greatest engineering achievements, controlling the Nile's annual floods and producing hydroelectric power.
Continue by motorboat to Philae Temple, beautifully dedicated to the goddess Isis and relocated by UNESCO to Agilkia Island.
Transfer to your luxury Dahabiya for embarkation.
Around midday, enjoy lunch onboard your Dahabiya.
In the afternoon, sail toward Kom Ombo Temple. This remarkable temple is uniquely dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, featuring a rare symmetrical architectural design.
Return to your Dahabiya.
Overnight: Nile Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Aswan High Dam • Philae Temple • Kom Ombo Temple
Helpful Hint: Relax on the sun deck and enjoy your first afternoon sailing along the Nile.
After breakfast onboard, visit Gebel El Silsila, the ancient sandstone quarry that supplied building materials for many of Egypt's magnificent temples.
Around midday, enjoy lunch onboard your Dahabiya while sailing toward Edfu.
Upon arrival, travel by traditional horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.
Return to your Dahabiya.
Overnight: Nile Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Gebel El Silsila • Temple of Horus at Edfu
Helpful Hint: Keep your camera ready during today's scenic sailing through Upper Egypt.
After breakfast onboard, continue sailing toward Luxor.
Visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built, featuring colossal columns, obelisks, and sacred lakes.
Around midday, enjoy lunch onboard your Dahabiya.
After lunch, continue to Luxor Temple, a magnificent sanctuary connected to Karnak by the famous Avenue of Sphinxes.
Return to your Dahabiya.
Overnight: Nile Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Karnak Temple • Luxor Temple
Helpful Hint: Late afternoon offers the best lighting for photographing Luxor Temple.
After breakfast, disembark from your Dahabiya and meet your Egyptologist guide before transferring to Luxor's West Bank.
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Egypt's New Kingdom pharaohs.
Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, dramatically built into the cliffs of Deir El Bahari.
Around midday, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.
After lunch, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, the two monumental statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Later, transfer to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight to Sharm El Sheikh via Cairo.
Upon arrival, transfer to your resort.
Overnight: Sharm El Sheikh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Valley of the Kings • Temple of Hatshepsut • Colossi of Memnon
Helpful Hint: Keep your travel documents easily accessible for today's flights.
After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure at your all-inclusive resort. Relax on the beach, swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea, or join an optional snorkeling or diving excursion.
Return to your resort.
Overnight: Sharm El Sheikh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Leisure Day
Helpful Hint: Use reef-safe sunscreen to help protect the Red Sea's coral reefs.
After breakfast, transfer to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free for relaxation or optional shopping.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: —
Helpful Hint: If you plan to shop before departure, leave extra space in your luggage for souvenirs.
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and meet our representative before transferring by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.
Meals: Breakfast
Visits: —
Helpful Hint: Arrive at the airport at least three hours before your international flight.
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