12-Day Ultimate Egypt Tour: Pyramids, Desert Adventure & Nile Cruise Experience
- Adventure
- Family Getaway
- City Tour
- Flight Tour
- by bus
- Cultural
- Nature Retreat
- Cruise Vacation
- Musical performances
- historical monuments
- Holy places
- Private - Individual Tour
Trip Information
Pickup Point
Air port
Place of Return
Air port
Group Size
2-4
Available Days
Duration:
12 days
Travel time:
02:00 PM
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Description
Highlights
- Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx
- Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum
- Discover historic Cairo and Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- Tour Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast
- Overnight desert safari in the White and Black Desert
- 4-day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
- Explore the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut
- Visit Abu Simbel Temples
- All entrance fees and guided tours included
- Ideal for couples, families, and first-time visitors
Full Description
Day 1 – Arrival in Cairo
- Meet and greet at Cairo International Airport. Private transfer to your hotel.
- Optional evening Nile dinner cruise with live oriental entertainment available.
Day 2 – Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum
- Visit the iconic Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, and stand before the Great Sphinx. Enjoy panoramic viewpoints perfect for photography.
- After lunch, explore the Grand Egyptian Museum, the largest archaeological museum in the world, featuring over 100,000 artifacts including the treasures of Tutankhamun.
- Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.
Day 3 – Historic Cairo Tour
Discover Cairo’s rich heritage:
- Saladin Citadel
- Mosque of Muhammad Ali
- Coptic Cairo
- Monastery of St. Simon
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar
A perfect blend of Islamic, Coptic, and medieval history.
Day 4 – Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur
Explore Egypt’s earliest pyramids:
- Step Pyramid of Djoser
- Serapeum underground chambers
- Ancient capital Memphis
- Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid of Sneferu
Day 5 – Alexandria Day Trip
Travel to Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast.
Visit:
- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
- Qaitbay Citadel
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- The Corniche waterfront
Seafood lunch included before returning to Cairo.
Day 6 – White Desert Safari Adventure
Travel to Bahariya Oasis and switch to 4x4 vehicles for a desert expedition.
Explore:
- White Desert
- Black Desert
- Natural hot springs
Enjoy a magical overnight stay in a desert camp beneath the stars.
Day 7 – Return to Cairo
- Sunrise in the desert followed by breakfast and transfer back to Cairo.
Day 8 – Fly to Luxor & Begin Nile Cruise
Morning transfer to Cairo Airport and flight to Luxor.
Alternative travel options available: overnight sleeper train or daily air-conditioned buses from Cairo (we can assist with booking).
Visit:
- Karnak Temple
- Luxor Temple
Board your Nile cruise ship.
Day 9 – Valley of the Kings
Explore:
- Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Hatshepsut
- Colossi of Memnon
Continue sailing along the Nile.
Day 10 – Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples
Visit two remarkable riverside temples:
- Temple of Kom Ombo
- Temple of Horus in Edfu
Day 11 – Abu Simbel & Aswan
Visit the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples built by Ramses II.
Aswan sightseeing includes:
- Philae Temple
- Aswan High Dam
- Unfinished Obelisk
Day 12 – Departure
- Breakfast and transfer to Aswan Airport.
- Optional transfers to Hurghada, Cairo, or other destinations available upon request.
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodation
- Nile cruise accommodation
- All airport transfers
- All guided tours
- All entrance fees
- Professional licensed tour guide
- Meals as per itinerary
Not Included (Optional / Payable Separately)
- International flights to and from Egypt
- Flight or train tickets from Cairo to Luxor
- Optional Nile dinner cruise in Cairo
- Tips and gratuities
- Drinks during meals
- Any sites or activities not mentioned in the program
Who This Tour Is Perfect For
- First-time visitors to Egypt
- Couples seeking a complete Egypt experience
- Families with children
- History enthusiasts
- Travelers wanting a structured, stress-free journey
Organizational Details & Booking Policy
- Price is based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies for solo travelers.
- The itinerary order may be adjusted due to operational reasons without affecting the overall experience.
- We recommend booking at least 5 days before departure.
- A 30% deposit is required to confirm the reservation.
- Deposits are non-refundable if canceled within 48 hours of the tour start date.
- Payment is made via bank transfer. An official electronic voucher will be issued upon confirmation.
- Airport pickup can be arranged from any airport in Egypt. Additional transfer fees may apply depending on location.
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