CAIRO
LUXOR
HURGHADA

Welcome to Egypt 🇪🇬 ☀️

Overview
Your journey begins in Cairo — the political, intellectual, and symbolic heart of Egypt for more than a thousand years. This arrival day is intentionally unhurried, allowing space to settle into the country while receiving a clear historical orientation that frames everything to come.

Itinerary

Private Transfer to Hotel
You are welcomed on arrival at Cairo International Airport and transferred privately to your 5-star hotel.

Hotel Check-in & Orientation
After reaching your hotel, your tour manager assists with check-in and walks you through the itinerary, confirming pickup times and logistics for the days ahead.

Meals: —
Overnight: Cairo

Visits: —

Overview
A full day that begins on the desert plateau where Egypt’s royal tombs rise above the horizon and ends on the Nile as the city lights reflect on the water. You explore the foundations of ancient kingship at the pyramids and the Sphinx, taking in both scale and symbolism while understanding how this landscape shaped the early identity of ancient Egypt. After returning to the city, the atmosphere shifts: the evening unfolds on the Nile, where dinner, soft music, and live performances offer a calm, contemporary contrast to the depth of the morning.

Itinerary

Morning Pickup – From Your Hotel
Begin the day with pickup from your hotel, where your guide and driver meet you for departure toward the Giza Plateau.

Pyramids of the Giza Plateau
Visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu together with the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, exploring the architectural precision, symbolism, and desert setting that shaped the foundations of Old Kingdom kingship.

Panoramic Views and Photo Stops
Enjoy key viewpoints over the plateau where all three pyramids align against the desert horizon.

Valley Temple and Great Sphinx
Visit the Valley Temple of Khafre, built from massive limestone blocks and used for royal ritual. Stand before the Great Sphinx, carved directly from the natural bedrock and guarding the entrance to the plateau.

Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant offering classic Egyptian flavors 

Return to Hotel & Short Rest
Return to your hotel in the afternoon, with time to rest before the evening experience.

Evening Transfer – Nile Dinner Cruise
In the evening, depart your hotel for a transfer to the Nile.

Nile Dinner Cruise
Board a Nile dinner cruise boat and glide along the river as Cairo’s skyline lights up. Enjoy a buffet or set-menu dinner accompanied by live music and traditional performances, including Tanoura and belly dance, while experiencing the city from the calm perspective of the water.

Transfer Back to Hotel
Return to your Cairo hotel for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Cairo

Visits:
• Giza Plateau
• Great Pyramid of Khufu
• Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure
• Valley Temple
• Great Sphinx
• Nile Dinner Cruise

Overview
A day that brings together two pillars of Cairo’s identity — the vast pharaonic heritage preserved at the Grand Egyptian Museum and the sweeping medieval history of the Citadel overlooking the city. You move from monumental statues and royal treasures to fortified walls, domes, and panoramic views, experiencing Cairo’s past in two distinct eras that together define its cultural depth.

Itinerary

Morning Pickup – From Your Hotel
Begin the day with pickup from your hotel, where your guide and driver meet you for departure toward the city’s cultural and historic core.

Grand Egyptian Museum
Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to an unparalleled collection of artifacts, including the complete treasures of Tutankhamun, monumental statues, and masterpieces spanning pharaonic history.

Citadel of Saladin
Enter Cairo’s great medieval fortress, founded in the 12th century by Salah al-Din — one of the most influential military and political figures of the Middle Ages. From this commanding position atop Mokattam Hill, Saladin reshaped Cairo’s defenses, establishing a fortified seat of power whose walls, gates, and terraces still define the skyline. Within this enclosure, dynasties that followed added their own mosques, palaces, and ceremonial spaces, creating a layered architectural record that spans the Ayyubid, Mamluk, and Muhammad Ali eras.

Muhammad Ali Mosque
Built between 1830 and 1848 under Muhammad Ali Pasha, this landmark adopts Ottoman-inspired design while representing Egypt’s own 19th-century ambition. Its alabaster interiors, high domes, and expansive terrace form one of the city’s most recognizable silhouettes, offering wide views across Cairo.

Mosque of al-Nasir Muhammad
Completed in 1318, this Mamluk royal mosque functioned as the Citadel’s central congregational mosque, hosting the sultans for the weekly Friday prayer — the most important communal service in Islam. Its green-tiled dome, finely carved stucco, and elegant minarets offer a direct connection to Cairo’s medieval architectural core and the Citadel’s earlier period of dynastic rule.

Return to Hotel
Settle into your private transfer back to your hotel in Cairo for a relaxed evening at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Cairo hotel

Visits:
• Grand Egyptian Museum
• Saladin Citadel
• Muhammad Ali Mosque
• Mosque of al-Nasir Muhammad

Overview
Explore the historic spine of Islamic Cairo, where medieval gates, mosques, and palaces line the restored length of El Moez Street. This walk moves through centuries of urban life — from monumental facades and carved stonework to quiet courtyards and narrow lanes — before the atmosphere opens into the vibrant energy of Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. It is a day shaped by architecture, history, and the lived character of one of Cairo’s oldest continuous quarters.

Morning Pickup – From Your Hotel
Begin the day with pickup from your hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle and transfer to Islamic Cairo, where the exploration of the historic quarter begins on foot.

Itinerary

El Moez Street – Historic Axis
Begin with a guided walk along El Moez Street, a preserved medieval spine lined with restored mosques, madrasas, sabils, and caravanserais. The street offers a clear cross-section of architectural styles spanning the Fatimid, Ayyubid, Mamluk, and Ottoman periods.

Bab al-Futuh & Bab al-Nasr
The great northern gates of the Fatimid city, marking its fortified boundary with massive stone towers and carved architectural details. Their scale and craftsmanship offer a clear, tangible entry into the urban world of 11th-century Cairo.

Architectural Complexes & Restored Facades
Move past major monuments such as the Qalawun Complex and nearby restored buildings that reveal the density, craftsmanship, and vertical layering of the medieval quarter.

Time for Coffee or Tea
Pause at a traditional café, to watch daily life unfold in the historic quarter.

Khan el-Khalili & Islamic Cairo Atmosphere
Stroll through the vibrant bazaar and the surrounding historic lanes where artisans, cafés, and workshops sit within centuries-old architecture. This area captures the lived texture of Islamic Cairo, full of movement, color, and traditional craftsmanship.

Return to Hotel
Settle into your private transfer back to your hotel in Cairo for a relaxed evening at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Cairo

Visits:
• El Moez Street
• Medieval gates and medieval complexes
• Khan el-Khalili Bazaar

Overview
A transition day that carries you from the pace of Cairo to the calmer rhythm of Upper Egypt. The journey south by air marks a shift in landscape and atmosphere — from urban expanse to the Nile Valley’s open light, cultivated fields, and quieter horizon. Luxor becomes your new base, offering space to settle, rest, and prepare for the ancient sites that follow. In the late afternoon, the rhythm softens further with a sunset felucca sail on the Nile — a traditional wooden boat gliding by wind alone, offering a quiet, atmospheric introduction to Luxor as its riverbanks move past in warm fading light.

Transfer to Cairo Airport
Begin the morning with a private transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. The departure from Cairo sets the shift toward Upper Egypt — a change in landscape, light, and rhythm.

Flight to Luxor
A short domestic flight carries you south into Upper Egypt, with the desert and the Nile alternating beneath the wings.

Airport Pickup in Luxor
Upon landing, you are met by your private driver. The shift in atmosphere is immediate — warmer tones, the slow curve of the river, and the distinct openness that defines this region. Check in to your hotel and settle into a setting shaped by temples, river views, and the slower rhythm of Upper Egypt.

Afternoon at Leisure
A relaxed afternoon offering space to recharge and take in Luxor’s gentle atmosphere.

Hotel Pickup
Your private driver meets you at your hotel and transfers you to the Nile embankment to board the felucca.

Felucca Sunset Sail
In the late afternoon, board a traditional felucca for a quiet, wind-driven sail on the Nile. These broad, low wooden boats are fitted with cushioned seating and glide without engines, creating a gentle, uninterrupted motion. As you move along the river, palm groves, mud-brick villages, and Luxor’s skyline appear in warm sunset tones, offering a calm and atmospheric introduction to the city.

Return to Hotel
After disembarking, your driver meets you at the riverbank and brings you back to your hotel for a restful evening — a quiet close to the day and a comfortable transition toward the sites awaiting you tomorrow.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Luxor

Visits:
• Felucca Sunset Sail

Overview
Begin your exploration of Luxor’s East Bank — the ancient “land of the living,” where temples were raised to honor the gods, celebrate kingship, and mark the rhythms of both earthly and cosmic life. The day introduces the full scale of Thebes: the ceremonial city of Karnak, shaped across more than a thousand years, and the refined elegance of Luxor Temple, illuminated by royal patronage and religious processions.

Itinerary

Morning Pickup – From Your Hotel
Begin the day with pickup from your Luxor hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle. Your guide and driver escort you to the East Bank, setting the context for a day focused on the ceremonial and religious heart of ancient Thebes.

Karnak Temple Complex
Explore the largest religious complex of ancient Egypt, dedicated primarily to Amun-Ra but expanded over more than 1,500 years by successive pharaohs. Karnak functions not as a single temple but as an immense ceremonial city — courtyards, obelisks, sanctuaries, sphinx-lined avenues, and monumental gateways. The Great Hypostyle Hall, with its 134 massive columns carved with hymns, royal names, and ritual scenes, remains one of the most powerful architectural spaces in the ancient world.

Luxor Temple
Explore Luxor Temple, linked to Karnak by the ancient Avenue of the Sphinxes. Built by Amenhotep III and Ramesses II, this temple beautifully reflects the harmony of religion and royalty in ancient Egypt.

Return to Hotel
After your visits, return to your Luxor hotel for an evening at leisure. A calm transition at the end of the day, with time to rest, enjoy dinner independently, and prepare for the discoveries that await on the West Bank.

Optional Experience: Sunrise Hot-Air Balloon Flight
A pre-dawn departure (between 3:00 and 4:00 AM) takes you to the West Bank launch site, where the balloons rise just before sunrise. As you lift above the valley, the landscape unfolds quietly — fields, villages, desert cliffs, and the great monuments appearing in soft, early light. The experience offers a wide, unhurried perspective on Luxor and a rare sense of calm before the day’s visits begin.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Luxor hotel

Visits:
• Karnak Temple
• Luxor Temple

Overview
The final morning in Luxor brings together the core elements of New Kingdom legacy — royal tombs, cliffs shaped into sacred landscapes, and monuments that defined Egypt’s most powerful era. The day moves through the Valley of the Kings, the monumental terraces of Hatshepsut, and the silent guardianship of the Colossi of Memnon before shifting into a smooth departure rhythm. By the time you cross back to the East Bank for your private transfer to Luxor Airport, the arc of the journey feels complete: a last immersion in ancient Egypt followed by a calm, orderly transition toward onward travel.

Itinerary

Morning Pickup – From Your Hotel
Begin the day with early pickup from your Luxor hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle. Your guide and driver escort you across the Nile to the West Bank, setting the tone for a focused exploration of Thebes’ New Kingdom monuments.

Valley of the Kings
Enter the royal necropolis of the New Kingdom, where pharaohs were buried in elaborately decorated tombs carved deep into the desert cliffs. Inside, corridors and chambers are covered with scenes from sacred texts — celestial maps, gods, and rituals guiding the king toward rebirth and eternity. The Valley reveals both the spiritual imagination and technical mastery of ancient Egypt.

— Notable tombs often open to visitors include those of
Ramses IV
Ramses III
Merenptah

— Additional optional tombs available for visit
Tutankhamun
Ramesses V & VI
Seti I
Ay

Temple of Hatshepsut
See the terraced mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, this terraced masterpiece, dedicated to the sun god Amun, honors Egypt’s most powerful female ruler and depicts her divine birth and her famed trade expedition to the Land of Punt.

Colossi of Memnon
Stop at the 18-meter statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Once guarding the entrance to his lost mortuary temple, these twin colossal figures have stood watch over the Theban plain for more than 3,400 years — silent witnesses to Egypt’s ancient grandeur.

Return to Hotel
After your visits, return to your Luxor hotel for an evening at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Luxor

Visits:
• Valley of the Kings
• Temple of Hatshepsut
• Colossi of Memnon

Overview
Travel from Luxor to the Red Sea coast and shift from archaeological immersion to a slower, sea-focused rhythm. The day is designed as a gentle transition: overland movement in the morning, followed by an easy afternoon settling into resort life by the water.

Itinerary

Private Transfer to Hurghada
Depart Luxor by private air-conditioned vehicle for the drive to Hurghada on the Red Sea. The route follows the desert highway, moving from the Nile Valley’s cultivated fields into wide, open landscapes before reaching the coastline.

Arrival & Resort Check-in
Arrive in Hurghada and check in at your all-inclusive resort. Take time to settle into your room, orient yourself, and enjoy the first impressions of the Red Sea setting.

Afternoon at Leisure
The rest of the day remains open for rest and light activity — time by the pool, a first swim in the sea, or a quiet walk through the resort and along the shoreline.

Meals: Breakfast, All Inclusive
Overnight: Hurghada

Visits: —

Overview
A full day devoted to slowing down and letting the Red Sea set the rhythm. After days shaped by temples, desert horizons, and cultural immersion, this part of the journey introduces a different pace — open, quiet, and restorative. The coastline becomes the setting for unstructured time: warm air, clear water, and the gentle routines of resort life. Whether you choose to spend the day by the pool, along the shoreline, or simply resting in the stillness of the Red Sea environment, the emphasis is on ease. While optional activities remain available, the day is designed to let your body and mind settle, breathe, and reset before the journey continues.

Itinerary

Day at Leisure
Enjoy the resort’s facilities at your own pace: swimming pools, beach access, spa services, or simply reading and relaxing in the sun or shade. 

Meals: All Inclusive
Overnight: Hurghada

Visits: —

Overview
A full day on the Red Sea combining snorkeling, island time, and relaxed sailing. The rhythm is straightforward: a morning departure from the marina, two separate snorkeling sites with clear visibility, a mid-day break at Orange Bay, and a calm return in the afternoon. The focus is on accessible coral reefs, quiet stretches of open water, and the unhurried atmosphere of Hurghada’s coastline, with optional light water activities available for guests who enjoy a touch of movement and fun.

Itinerary

Morning Pickup — Hurghada Resort
Meet your private driver for a transfer to the marina. Upon arrival, the crew welcomes you on board and provides a brief orientation covering the day’s program, equipment use, and safety procedures.

Pre-Departure Briefing
Your English-speaking snorkeling instructor welcomes you on board and provides a clear introduction to the day. Safety guidelines, snorkeling techniques, and an overview of the marine environment are explained, ensuring everyone feels confident and prepared before heading out to sea.

Red Sea Departure — Sailing to the First Snorkeling Site
The boat sets out into open water, with Hurghada fading behind you. Wide horizons, shifting blue tones, and a steady forward motion mark the transition from the coastline to the reef zone.

Stop 1 — First Snorkeling Site
A shallow coral garden characterized by layered textures and clear visibility. Soft corals, small reef fish, and calm currents create an accessible introduction to the Red Sea’s marine environment.

Sailing Toward Giftun Island
A smooth stretch across open water as the boat heads toward Orange Bay.

Stop 2 — Orange Bay on Giftun Island
Two hours on pale, fine sand and shallow turquoise water. Wooden loungers, sheltered seating areas, and time to swim, rest, or wander along the shoreline. The atmosphere is relaxed and quiet, with a distinctly tropical feel.

Lunch On Board
A freshly prepared buffet lunch served on deck as the boat anchors in a calm stretch of water.

Stop 3 — Second Snorkeling Site
A different reef area offering varied coral formations and another opportunity to explore the underwater landscape.

Banana Boat & Sofa Ride
A short, lively activity that adds a playful moment to the day — light movement on the water and a brief spark of fun between the calmer parts of the experience.

Return Sail to the Marina
A relaxed return toward Hurghada as the afternoon light begins to soften.

Return Transfer — Hurghada Resort
Your private driver meets you at the marina for the transfer back to your resort.

Meals: All Inclusive
Overnight: Hurghada

Visits:
• Giftun Island
• Orange Bay
• Two Snorkeling Sites

Overview
A late-afternoon journey from Hurghada into the eastern Sahara — a shift from coastal life to open desert horizons. The experience combines movement, culture, and atmosphere: desert tracks, a Bedouin-style village, active ATV and dune buggy rides, a sunset that transforms the landscape, and an evening shaped by traditional food and music. A structured yet immersive introduction to Egypt’s desert environment.

Itinerary

Afternoon Pickup — Hurghada Resort
Meet your private driver at your Hurghada resort for a late-afternoon transfer to the desert meeting point, where you join a shared 4×4 convoy heading toward the Sahara.

Jeep Journey into the Desert
Travel roughly 20 km from the outskirts of Hurghada into untouched desert terrain. Shifting sand tracks, low dunes, and open plains mark the transition from the resort edge to the vast, quiet landscape of the eastern desert.

Stop 1 — Bedouin Village
A small settlement set against low dunes: woven tents, clay ovens, shaded seating, herbal tea, freshly baked bread, and traditional crafts illustrating the daily rhythm of Bedouin life. A short camel ride across soft sand offers context to the way Bedouin communities historically moved through the desert.

Stop 2 — ATV Quad Ride
Ride across broad desert plains shaped by wind and open space. Forward momentum, warm air, shifting light, and uninterrupted horizons create an active, visually expansive experience.

Stop 3 — Dune Buggy Ride
Navigate low rolling dunes and winding sand paths in a lightweight dune buggy. Agility, small climbs, controlled descents, and shifting textures create a fast, dynamic encounter with the landscape.

Sunset Over the Sahara
The desert’s most atmospheric moment: gold turning to amber and violet, long shadows across the dunes, cooler air, softened wind, and an endless horizon. A quiet, expansive pause before evening begins.

Bedouin Dinner and Cultural Evening
Traditional grilled dishes served in a Bedouin tent, set in lantern light and desert stillness. Local music, rhythmic drumming, and evening performances reflecting desert traditions offer a calm, atmospheric close to the day.

Scenic Drive Back Across the Desert
Return by 4×4 convoy from the interior of the Sahara toward the desert edge as the evening cool deepens.

Return Transfer — Hurghada Resort
Meet your private driver at the drop-off point for the transfer back to your Hurghada resort.

Meals: All Inclusive
Overnight: Hurghada

Visits:
• Bedouin-style village
• ATV quad experience
• Dune buggy ride
• Sahara sunset vantage point
• Bedouin dinner and cultural evening

Overview
A day centered on ease and unstructured time, allowing the body and mind to slow after the movement of previous day. The Red Sea coastline becomes the background for simple rhythms — sun, water, quiet spaces, and the comfort of your resort. Whether you spend the day by the pool, walk along the beach, or enjoy the stillness of the sea from shaded seating, the intention is to give you a complete pause. Optional activities remain available, but the day carries no set program, leaving room for rest or gentle exploration as you prefer.

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Day at Leisure
Time to enjoy the resort however you wish: beachside lounging, pool time, spa treatments, or peaceful reading in a quiet corner.

Meals: All Inclusive
Overnight: Hurghada

Visits: —

Overview
Another restorative day on the Red Sea, shaped to preserve the slow, steady rhythm of this stage of the journey. As the final full day before departure, it offers the space to rest deeply and let your energy settle in an environment that naturally supports calm — a wide coastline, gentle water, and the quiet comfort of resort life. Whether you choose complete stillness or a light optional activity, the focus remains on warmth, ease, and unhurried time.

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Day at Leisure
Use the day freely within the resort — swimming, sunbathing, visiting the spa, or simply resting in a quiet corner. Optional outings or water activities may be arranged if desired, but nothing is scheduled, allowing you to fully absorb the calming atmosphere of your surroundings.

Meals: All Inclusive
Overnight: Hurghada

Visits: —

Overview
The final day brings the journey to a soft and reflective close. After the depth of Cairo, the sacred landscapes of Luxor, and the stillness of the Red Sea, this transition marks the gentle end of an experience that unfolded across Egypt’s most meaningful places. The pace slows naturally, allowing the impressions of the past days to settle — the desert horizons, temple silhouettes, and coastline light. Whether your onward travel begins in Hurghada or continues through Cairo, the departure is arranged with the same coherence and care that shaped the rest of your journey, ensuring a smooth and unhurried conclusion.

Itinerary

Resort Checkout
After breakfast, check out from your room and prepare for departure.

Departure from Hurghada
If your onward flight departs from Hurghada International Airport, a private air-conditioned vehicle will transfer you directly to the airport.

Alternative Departure via Cairo
If your onward flight is scheduled from Cairo, two travel options can be arranged upon request:

– A private overland transfer from Hurghada to Cairo, taking approximately seven hours
– A short domestic flight from Hurghada to Cairo

Both options should be arranged in advance to ensure a smooth and timely connection.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: —

Visits: —