Egypt Uncovered: 12 Days of Heritage & Discovery

Trip Description

Accomodation

Stay program

• day 1:

  Welcome to the Land of the Pharaohs 🇪🇬✨

  

  Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport ✈️, our friendly tour manager will warmly greet you 🤝 and assist you with all arrival procedures 🛂. You’ll then be comfortably escorted to your hotel 🏨 in a private, air-conditioned deluxe vehicle 🚗, ensuring a smooth and relaxing transfer. Once at the hotel, your tour manager will help with check-in 🛎️ and review your exciting holiday itinerary 📋, confirming all pick-up times for your upcoming tours. Take this time to unwind and get ready for an unforgettable Egyptian adventure! 🌟🕌

• day 2:

  Full-Day Adventure to the Pyramids & Sakkara 🏜️🐫🏰

  

  Start your day with a delicious breakfast 🍳 at your hotel in Cairo before meeting your expert guide 🧑‍🏫 for a captivating journey to the legendary Giza Plateau. Explore the iconic Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus 🏰, stand in awe before the mysterious Sphinx 🦁, and wander through the ancient Valley Temple 🏺 steeped in history. After a tasty lunch 🍽️, your adventure continues to the fascinating Sakkara Complex, home to the world’s oldest stone pyramid—the Djoser Pyramid 🏯. Return to your hotel in Cairo to relax after a day filled with unforgettable wonders! Top Tour Attractions: • Great Pyramids of Giza 🏰 • Sphinx and Valley Temple 🦁🏺 • Sakkara Complex 🏜️ • Djoser Pyramid 🏯 Meals Included: Breakfast 🍳 & Lunch 🍽️

• day 3:

  Explore Cairo’s Rich Heritage 🏛️🕌🛍️

  

  After a delicious breakfast 🍳 at your hotel, your private guide 🧑‍🏫 will lead you on a fascinating journey to the Egyptian Museum 🖼️, home to thousands of priceless ancient artifacts. Enjoy lunch 🍽️ at a charming local restaurant before continuing your cultural exploration. Visit the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar 🛍️ in Islamic Cairo, where colorful shops and lively streets await. Next, experience the spiritual side of Cairo with visits to the historic Hanging Church ⛪ and the Ben Ezra Synagogue ✡️ in Coptic Cairo, rich in faith and tradition. Return to your hotel 🏨 for a relaxing evening after a day filled with history and culture. Top Tour Attractions: • Egyptian Museum 🖼️ • Khan El Khalili Bazaar 🛍️ • Hanging Church ⛪ • Ben Ezra Synagogue ✡️ Meals Included: Breakfast 🍳 & Lunch 🍽️

• day 4:

  Fly to Luxor & Explore the East Bank 🚁🏛️🚢

  

  This morning, bid farewell to Cairo as your tour manager escorts you from your hotel 🏨 to Cairo International Airport ✈️ for your flight to Luxor — the world’s greatest open-air museum! Upon arrival in Luxor, you’ll be welcomed and transferred in a private, air-conditioned vehicle 🚐 to board your luxury Nile cruise ship, Salacia 🚢, where your unforgettable journey along the Nile begins. Start your exploration on the East Bank with visits to the magnificent Karnak Temple ⛩️, the largest religious complex ever built, and the stunning Luxor Temple 🏛️, steeped in history and grandeur. Enjoy a delicious lunch 🍽️ on board the cruise, then relax and take in the breathtaking river views. As evening falls, savor a warm, handcrafted dinner 🍲 aboard your cruise. Top Tour Attractions: • Karnak Temple ⛩️ • Luxor Temple 🏛️ Meals Included: Breakfast 🍳, Lunch 🍽️ & Dinner 🍲

• day 5:

  Luxor West Bank Wonders & Relaxing Nile Cruise 🌅🏺🚢

  

  Wake up to a delicious breakfast 🍳 on board your cruise, surrounded by the tranquil waters of the Nile 🌊. Today, explore Luxor’s legendary West Bank with your expert guide. Visit the Royal Cemetery, resting place of 62 mighty pharaohs 👑, then venture into the famous Valley of the Kings — the ancient royal burial grounds. Next, marvel at the stunning Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut 🏛️, a breathtaking architectural masterpiece built during the 15th century BCE at Deir El-Bahari. End your day admiring the colossal Colossi of Memnon 🗿, two gigantic statues standing tall through the ages. Return to your cruise ship and begin sailing towards Edfu, enjoying a delightful lunch 🍽️ on board. Spend your afternoon relaxing with afternoon tea ☕, a soothing massage 💆, or a rejuvenating soak in the Jacuzzi 🛁. Finish the day with a gourmet dinner 🍲 as you drift peacefully along the Nile under a starry sky ✨. Top Tour Attractions: • Royal Cemetery 🏺 • Valley of the Kings 👑 • Temple of Queen Hatshepsut 🏛️ • Colossi of Memnon 🗿 Meals Included: Breakfast 🍳, Lunch 🍽️ & Dinner 🍲

• day 6:

  Journey to Edfu & Kom Ombo – Temples & Tranquil Landscapes 🐎🌴🏛️

  

  Start your morning with a delicious breakfast 🍳 on board your cruise as you arrive in Edfu, home to one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples from the Greco-Roman era—the magnificent Temple of Horus 🏛️. Enjoy a charming horse-drawn carriage ride 🐎 through lush landscapes dotted with banana and date palm trees 🌴, soaking in the peaceful scenery. Next, cruise onwards to Kom Ombo, a fascinating town known for its unique double temple 🏘️ with two identical entrances and hypostyle halls. Explore this extraordinary site dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder 🐊🦅. After your visit, enjoy a leisurely lunch 🍽️ on board as your cruise sails toward the vibrant city of Aswan. End your day with a warm, delicious dinner 🍲 surrounded by the serene beauty of the Nile River at sunset 🌅🌊. Top Tour Attractions: • Temple of Edfu 🏛️ • Kom Ombo Town 🏘️ • Temple of Kom Ombo 🐊 Meals Included: Breakfast 🍳, Lunch 🍽️ & Dinner 🍲

• day 7:

  Discover the Wonders of Aswan 🌅🏛️🚤

  

  Enjoy a tasty breakfast 🍳 on board as your cruise glides toward the vibrant city of Aswan 🌈. Upon arrival, explore the impressive High Dam 💧, a marvel of modern engineering with stunning views over Lake Nasser. Then, visit the colossal Unfinished Obelisk 🪨 in the ancient granite quarries, offering a glimpse into ancient Egyptian stone-working techniques. Next, take a scenic boat ride 🚤 to the beautiful Temple of Philae 🏛️, dedicated to the goddesses Isis and Hathor, surrounded by tranquil waters and rich mythology. Return to the cruise ship for a delicious dinner 🍽️, soaking in the peaceful ambiance of the Nile at sunset. Top Tour Attractions: • High Dam 💧 • Unfinished Obelisk 🪨 • Temple of Philae 🏛️ Meals Included: Breakfast 🍳, Lunch 🍽️ & Dinner 🍲

• day 8:

  Fly to Sharm El Sheikh ✈️🏖️

  

  Enjoy your final morning on the cruise with a delicious breakfast 🍳 while soaking in the serene Nile views 🌊. After breakfast, disembark 🚢 and transfer to Aswan Airport ✈️ for your flight to the beautiful Red Sea resort city of Sharm El Sheikh 🏝️. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed and taken to your hotel 🏨, where you can relax and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure 🛌. Meals Included: Breakfast 🍳

• day 9:

  Free Day in Sharm El Sheikh & Optional Ras Mohammed Excursion 🌞🌊🐦

  

  Enjoy a relaxing free day to explore the beautiful resort town of Sharm el-Sheikh at your own pace 🏖️, soaking up the sun and vibrant atmosphere. For the adventurous, join an optional tour to Ras Mohammed National Park 🌿—a stunning 480 sq km nature reserve where the Gulf of Suez meets the Gulf of Aqaba. Discover arid desert landscapes home to rare wildlife like Dorcas gazelles 🦌 and Nubian ibex 🐐. Bird watchers will delight in spotting terns, herons, ospreys, and thousands of migrating white storks 🦩🦅. Explore the park’s rich flora, including unique mangroves 🌱, and breathe in the refreshing sea air at this ecological treasure. Meals Included: Breakfast 🍳

• day 10:

  Sharm El Sheikh Free Day & Optional Colored Canyon Adventure 🌈🏞️

  

  Enjoy a relaxing free day in beautiful Sharm El Sheikh 🏖️ to unwind or explore at your leisure. For the adventurous, join our optional tour to the breathtaking Colored Canyon 🎨—a natural wonder featuring dramatic sandstone walls in vibrant hues of yellow, purple, red, magenta, and gold 🌟. Marvel at the towering canyon walls reaching up to 40 meters high, making you feel like you’re stepping inside a giant, colorful art masterpiece! 🖌️✨ Don’t miss this chance to experience one of Sinai’s most spectacular natural sights! Meals Included: Breakfast 🍳

• day 11:

  Day 11: Return to Cairo ✈️🏙️

  

  Enjoy a relaxing breakfast 🍳 at your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh before your transfer to the airport 🚖✈️ for your flight back to Cairo. Arrive in Cairo ready to continue your journey or prepare for your onward travels. Meals Included: Breakfast 🍳

• day 12:

  Until We Meet Again, Habibi 💖✈️

  

  Enjoy your final breakfast 🍳 at the hotel as you soak in the last moments of your unforgettable Egyptian adventure. Then, our team will transfer you to Cairo Airport 🛫 for your departure flight, sending you off with gratitude and best wishes. This is not goodbye — it’s a heartfelt thank you 🙏. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! 🌟✨ Meals Included: Breakfast 🍳