Egypt Tour

(30 days - 29 nights)

Cairo - Aswan - Abu Simbel - Luxor - Sharm el Sheikh - Dahab – Sinai Desert - Alexandria - Western Desert - Cairo

• Day 1: Welcome to Cairo – Arrive in the "City of a Thousand Minarets." After your transfer to the hotel, the afternoon is yours. Opt for a walk through Islamic Cairo, a treasure hunt in Khan el-Khalili, or a sunset Nile cruise.
• Day 2: Treasures of the Museum – Explore the Egyptian Museum and its 100,000 relics with an expert guide, followed by a free afternoon for solo discovery.
• Day 3: The Great Icons – Stand before the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx. After lunch, journey to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Zoser and the Pyramid of Teti.
• Day 4: Cairo at Leisure – Enjoy a slow morning in the capital before boarding a first-class sleeper train to Aswan in the evening.

• Day 5: Romantic Aswan – Arrive in the south and visit the beautiful Philae Temple and the High Dam.
• Day 6: The Majesty of Abu Simbel – Take a morning trip to the sun temples of Ramses II. Spend your afternoon wandering Aswan’s colorful spice markets or the Nubian Museum.
• Day 7: Setting Sail – Board a traditional felucca to visit Kitchener and Elephantine Islands. Begin your two-night sailing adventure, relaxing on deck as your onboard chef prepares dinner.
• Day 8: Serenity on the Water – A full day to soak up the sun and watch the Nile banks drift by. Anchor near Kom Ombo for a night under the stars.
• Day 9: Riverside Temples & Luxor East Bank – Visit the dual Temple of Kom Ombo and the falcon temple at Edfu before arriving in Luxor to see the massive Karnak and Luxor Temples.
• Day 10: Secrets of the West Bank – Explore the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, and the mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut.

• Day 11: To the Coast – A free morning by the pool before catching the overnight bus to the sparkling shores of Sharm el-Sheikh.
• Day 12: Sharm Sun & Style – Relax on world-class beaches, shop the local malls, or try your luck at a casino in the evening.
• Day 13: Ras Mohamed – Snorkel the vibrant coral walls of Ras Mohamed National Park, where the Red Sea’s marine life is at its finest.
• Day 14: Dahab & The Moonlight Climb – Transfer to laid-back Dahab. After an afternoon nap, begin your 11:00 PM ascent of Mount Sinai (2,285m).
• Day 15: Sunrise & St. Catherine’s – Witness a legendary sunrise at the summit, then descend to visit the ancient St. Catherine’s Monastery.
• Day 16: The Blue Hole – A day of sun and world-class snorkeling at the famous Blue Hole.

• Day 17: Oasis & Organic Farms – Journey to Wadi Feiran and the Seven Nun Monastery. Enjoy an organic farm lunch before overnighting at the eco-friendly El Karm Hotel.
• Day 18: Crystal Rocks & Sand Dunes – A Jeep safari to El Gouna Mountain to find crystal formations, followed by an afternoon playing in the dunes of Arada Valley.
• Day 19: The Camel Trail – Begin a two-day camel trek to the Safra Sand Dunes and the hidden water stream of Bir Safra.
• Day 20: The Mountain with a Hole – Ride to Gebel Makhroum and the towering Hedoda Sand Dune for breathtaking desert panoramas.
• Day 21: Return to Dahab – A final camel ride through El Gaby Valley before meeting your bus back to the coast.

• Day 22-23: The Pearl of the Mediterranean – Relax in Dahab before taking the overnight bus to Alexandria. Explore the Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, and the magnificent Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
• Day 24-25: Back to Cairo & The Oasis – Return to Cairo for a quick transition before heading into the desert toward Bahariyya Oasis.
• Day 26: Oasis Springs – Discover hot and cold springs, the Black Mountain, and the Oasis Museum.
• Day 27: The White Desert – Embark on a 4x4 safari into the surreal, chalk-white landscapes of the White Desert for a magical night of camping.
• Day 28: Farafra Traditions – Visit the lush Farafra Oasis, famous for its fruit groves and traditional mud-brick architecture.
• Day 29-30: The Final Return – Journey back through Bahariyya to Cairo for your final night. Enjoy a seamless transfer to the airport for your onward flight.