Cairo, the Nile & the Red Sea
Cairo | Nile Cruise | Luxor | Red Sea (12 Days)
Enjoy a classic tour of Egypt’s ancient attractions and Nile River scenery, plus time to relax and discover the beauties of the Red Sea region.
Highlights
- Marvel at the astounding Great Pyramids of the Giza Plateau
- See the treasures of Tutankhamun at the Egyptian Museum
- Browse the wonderfully chaotic lanes of the Khan el-Khalili bazaar
- Cruise down the Nile River to stop at ancient cities and temples
- Admire the incredible tomb paintings in the Valley of the Kings
- Enjoy the beauty and luxury of a resort on the Red Sea
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Brief Itinerary
| Day |
Highlights |
Overnight |
| Day 1 |
Arrive in Cairo and private transfer to your hotel. |
Cairo |
| Day 2 |
Guided tour of Ancient Egypt, including Memphis, Sakkara, the Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx. |
Cairo |
| Day 3 |
Guided tour of Cairo, including the Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Sala El-Din, Old Cairo and Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. |
Cairo |
| Day 4 |
Flight to Aswan for embarkation on your Nile River Cruise: Visit the Aswan High Dam and the Philae Temple. Overnight in Aswan. |
Nile Cruise |
| Day 5 |
Nile Cruise: Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo and Edfu’s Temple of Horus. Overnight in Luxor. |
Nile Cruise |
| Day 6 |
Nile Cruise: Visit Luxor’s West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens and Hatshepsut Temple). Overnight in Luxor. |
Nile Cruise |
| Day 7 |
Nile Cruise disembarkation. Visit Luxor’s East Bank (Temples of Karnak and Luxor). Transfer to your hotel in Luxor. |
Luxor |
| Day 8 |
Transfer to your beach resort on the Red Sea. Overnight in Hurghada. |
Red Sea |
| Day 9 |
Enjoy a boat trip for snorkeling and swimming. |
Red Sea |
| Day 10 |
Day at leisure to enjoy your beachfront resort. |
Red Sea |
| Day 11 |
Flight back to Cairo and private transfer to your hotel. Time at leisure in Cairo for shopping etc. |
Cairo |
| Day 12 |
Transfer to the airport in Cairo for departure. |
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