15 Days Egypt Vacation Package: Cairo, Hurghada, Nile Cruise and Alexandria

Once you step feet at Cairo International Airport, our "Egypt Tours Group" representative will be meeting you up to welcome you and handle all your entry procedures such as Visa, customs and luggage claim.

Then one of our drivers will transport you to check in your 5-star hotel and settle down.

Afterwards, you will be escorted to attend Sound & Light Show:

It’s one of the most mesmerizing night activities in the capital of Egypt, where the history of ancient Egyptian civilization will be narrated as if it’s a movie to know more about the essentials of pharaohs and the mysteries of Giza Pyramids.

Next, you enjoy a tasty dinner in a super quality restaurant and then you get back to your hotel in Cairo.

After a hotel breakfast, you will be taken for a day of glamour and bliss, including:

Giza Pyramids Complex:

Explore the divine Giza Plateau, which boasts countless wonders of a 7000-year-old civilization. This miraculous complex is one of the best known monumental creation on earth, which is dedicated to the ancient rulers of the Old Egyptian Kingdom.

Three epic pyramids, the iconic limestone creature of Sphinx and other ancient structures of legends are decorating the site.

The Great Pyramid of Giza:

The Great Pyramid is regarded as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. This marvelous pyramid was constructed by King Khufu in 2580 BC to serve as a royal tomb for the pharaoh.

The Great Pyramid is an astonishing destination for all travelers from all over the world.

The Great Sphinx:

The Great Sphinx is an enormous statue at Giza. The Sphinx was built by King Chephren, which was carved of a single huge block of limestone and was shaped as a body of a lion with a human face putting a royal headdress to be clear evidence of the power of ancient Egyptians.

The Sphinx serves as the guardian of the great Necropolis of Giza.

The Valley Temple:

The Valley Temple of Khafre is in Giza near the Nile and the well-known Temple of the Great Sphinx. The Valley Temple was the house of main purification and mummification process of ancient Egyptian pharaohs during the Old Kingdom.

This limestone creation is connected to the Great Sphinx and Khafre's Pyramid by a causeway known as the procession.

Lunch is served at one of best Cairo’s restaurants, and you then head to explore:

Saqqara Step Pyramid:

Saqqara Step Pyramid is honored to be the first pyramid to be built in Ancient Egypt. The step pyramid was built by Imhotep during the 3rd dynasty to be a tomb for Pharaoh Djoser in the 27th century BC.

This pyramid consists of six flat, rectangular, and huge Mastabas differ gradually in size.

Memphis City:

Memphis or Men-nefer was the first capital in ancient Egypt. This city was the capital of the Lower Kingdom and was erected by King Menes.

Over 100 pyramids found near Cairo in Memphis were established when the city was the country’s capital. Memphis was a major and important center of trade and it also had been of religious purposes, dedicated to god Ptah.

We will drive you for the airport to catch an-hour domestic flight to Hurghada, where you will check into a 5-Stars hotel to spend a magical night’s sleep in this majestic coastal resort.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Hurghada

Wake up to your hearty breakfast and you then enjoy a free day to experience the city yourself and soak up the sea and sun.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner + Soft Drinks

Scuba diving (Self-contained underwater breathing apparatus)

Hurghada Scuba Diving Excursion

Offers an exciting opportunity to explore the vital marine life and fascinating coral reefs of the Red Sea. Crystal water, perfect visibility, and many diving sites suiting all levels make Hurghada a favorable destination for diving where you will live the adventure and have unforgettable experience ever.

After a couple of dives with your professional instructor, you will enjoy a delicious lunch on the boat and we then drive you back to your hotel in Hurghada.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner + Soft Drinks

Another free day in the wonderful city of Hurghada gives you a valuable opportunity to discover the essence of the city and their beautiful landscapes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner + Soft Drinks

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable adventure, when you will be taken from your hotel in Hurghada to enjoy Desert Safari by Quads.

Hurghada Desert Safari

Your desert guide will escort you through the exhilarating desert of Hurghada to witness non-stop magic and majesty until you reach the Bedouin Village, where you will savor a wonderful B.B.Q dinner during the sunset time.

After this exciting journey, we will transfer you back to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner + Soft Drinks

Breakfast and after checking-out your hotel in Hurghada, we will drive you for the land of jewels, Luxor, where you will join your private Egyptologist and visit:

Karnak Temple:

The Karnak Temple in Luxor is one of the largest and most impressive ancient temples in history. This temple was dedicated primarily to the god Amun-Ra, and was built over a span of 2,000 years, starting around 2055 BC.

The complex shows huge columns, statues, obelisks, and complicatedly hieroglyphics. The Hypostyle Hall, with its 134 towering columns, is particularly well-known.

Karnak was a significant religious center in ancient Egypt, representing the wealth and strength of the pharaohs who took part in its establishment and expansion.

You will embark your 5-Stars Nile cruise for lunch and then, you will enjoy:

Luxor Temple:

Luxor Temple on the east bank of the Nile River in Luxor is a large ancient Egyptian temple complex dedicated to the god Amun, his consort Mut, and their son Khonsu.

This temple was built around 1400 BC during the New Kingdom primarily by Pharaoh Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramses the Great.

The temple has grandiose structures, including large pylons, statues, and obelisks. Luxor Temple was a focal center of the annual Opet Festival, a celebration of the Theban divine triad.

Unlike many temples, Luxor Temple was not dedicated to a worship god or a deified version of the pharaoh in death, but to the honoring of kingship.

Finally, you will get back to your river ship to spend the 1st night’s stay on the Nile.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

You will join your personal expert guide to witness:

Queen Hatshepsut Temple:

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut or Djeser-Djeseru "Holy of Holies" is a mortuary temple established during the reign of Queen Hatshepsut.

This golden epic temple is located at Deir el-Bahari near Luxor and acts as a magnificent example of ancient Egyptian architecture.

This temple which was designed by Hatshepsut's architect, Senenmut and it is famous for its terraces, colonnades, and complex reliefs depicting her divine birth and expeditions to the Land of Punt.

Hatshepsut's mortuary temple serves as an example to Hatshepsut's reign and her role as one of Egypt's few female pharaohs.

Valley of the Kings:

Valley of the Kings is a vast necropolis where royal tombs came into existence for the pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom (the 18th and 19th dynsties).

The valley is located on the west bank of the Nile, and includes 63 tombs, such as those of famous pharaohs like Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses II.

The tombs are well-known for their intricate decorations and hieroglyphs, ornamented to guide the deceased through the afterlife. The Valley of the Kings represents the ancient Egyptians' beliefs in immortality and the afterlife.

Colossi of Memnon:

Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone creatures of Pharaoh Amenhotep III on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor. Each statue reaches about 18 meters tall and depicts the seated pharaoh.

They were built originally as a part of a mortuary temple complex; the statues are now the most remarkable remnants of the site.

The Colossi are famous not only for their impressive size but also for the "singing" phenomenon recorded in ancient times, where one of the statues was said to make a musical sound at dawn, likely because of temperature changes causing the stone to crack.

Back to the cruise for sailing to the next stop and you will enjoy lunch and dinner onboard the cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Breakfast aboard and you then escort your guide to visit:

Temple of Edfu:

The Temple of Edfu is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian monuments. This magical temple was dedicated to the falcon god Horus and was established during the Ptolemaic period between 237 and 57 BC.

The temple's impressive architecture includes a massive pylon, courtyards, halls, and a sanctuary. Its walls are ornamented with detailed reliefs and inscriptions that gives precious information about ancient Egyptian religion, mythology, and daily life.

The Temple of Edfu is a distinguished testament of Ptolemaic construction and is a major tourist destination.

Lunch is served on the ship and sail towards Kom Ombo to visit:

Kom Ombo Temple:

The Temple of Kom Ombo is unique for its dual dedication to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god.

This marvelous temple was built during the Ptolemaic dynasty with additions in the Roman period. The temple shows symmetrical twin structures, with duplicated courts, halls, and sanctuaries for each deity.

This temple is remarkable for its detailed engravements and reliefs, and also includes an impressive collection of mummified crocodiles, representing the worship of Sobek. The Temple of Kom Ombo is very distinctive for its architectural and religious significance.

Next, your cruise takes you onboard the river to Aswan, while you are spending a peaceful sleep on the Nile.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Your escorted guide will pick you up in the early morning for a private drive to visit:

Abu Simbel Temples:

Abu Simbel Temples are two gigantic rock-cut temples erected by king Ramesses II in the 13th century BC. The larger temple is dedicated to Ramses II himself and shows four colossal statues of the pharaoh seated on his throne.

The smaller temple is dedicated to his wife, Nefertari, and the goddess Hathor. The temples are famous for their grandeur and complicated hieroglyphs. In the 1960s, they were transported to higher ground to avoid flooding from the Aswan High Dam.

The Abu Simbel Temples are a UNESCO World Heritage site and an example to ancient Egyptian creative engineering and artistry.

After that, you will get back to your cruise ship in Aswan to enjoy lunch and spend your night aboard.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Savor a tasty breakfast and check out your cruise ship to visit the best sightseeing of Aswan, which includes:

The High Dam:

Aswan High Dam that completed in 1970 is a significant infrastructure project in southern Egypt on the Nile River. This dam created Lake Nasser which is one of the world's largest artificial lakes.

The dam was built to control annual flooding, provide water for irrigation, and generate hydroelectric power. This marvelous project has brought economic benefits and increased agricultural productivity.

The Unfinished Obelisk:

The Unfinished Obelisk is an ancient Egyptian monument in a quarry in Aswan. This obelisk is believed to have been commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut around 1500 BC.

The Unfinished Obelisk is the most massive known obelisk which planned to stand at around 42 meters and weigh nearly 1,200 tons.

The project was stopped due to joints appearing in the granite, providing valuable glimpses into the techniques of ancient Egyptian stone working and obelisk construction. Today, the obelisk is still partially attached to the bedrock which it was being carved of.

Philae Temple:

Philae Temple complex, originally established on Philae Island in the Nile River near Aswan is dedicated to the goddess Isis. This temple was constructed during the Ptolemaic period showing astonishing architecture and complicated reliefs.

Due to the construction of the Aswan High Dam, the temple complex was transported to the nearby Agilkia Island in the 1960s through an international UNESCO-led effort to preserve it from submersion and permitted it to remain a remarkable monument of ancient Egyptian cultural and religious heritage.

This is the time for lunch at a local restaurant and we transport you for Aswan Airport to catch your flight back to Cairo. Once arriving, we escort you for your 5-Stars hotel for spending a pleasant night.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

On day 12, you will join your private guide by the exit door of your hotel to visit:

The Egyptian Museum:

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo or the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities includes the world's most extensive collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts.

This museum was established in 1902 presenting over 120,000 items including the treasures of Tutankhamun, mummies, statues, and jewelry. The museum provides valuable impression of Egypt's rich history and civilization.

Despite many artifacts are being moved to the new Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza Pyramids, the original museum is still a significant cultural and historical destination.

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization:

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat, Cairo is an important museum showcasing the history and culture of Egypt from prehistoric times to the present day.

This marvelous museum was opened in 2017 including a vast collection of artifacts such as the Royal Mummies, which were ceremoniously transferred to the museum in 2021.

NMEC aims to offer a comprehensive narrative of Egypt's civilization, concentrating on the contributions across different eras. Its modern style and state-of-the-art facilities make it a key cultural and educational center in Egypt.

After proceeding for lunch, you will witness:

Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque:

The Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque in Cairo is the oldest mosque in Africa. This superb mosque was originally established in 641-642 AD by Amr Ibn Al-Aas, the general who led the Muslim army to open Egypt.

The mosque has seen numerous redevelopments and expansions over the centuries, transforming from a simple structure into a grand complex.

The mosque has a distinctive historical and religious importance, serving as a center for Islamic learning and worship for over a millennium.

The Hanging Church:

The Hanging Church or Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church is one of the oldest churches in Egypt, in the Coptic Cairo district.

This church is known as the "Hanging Church" because it was established on top of the southern gatehouse of the Roman Babylon Fortress, giving it a suspended appearance.

The church dates to the 3rd century AD, and is famous for its beautiful architecture, complicated woodwork, and religious significance. The Hanging Church is still a central place of worship and a symbol of the Coptic Christian heritage in Egypt.

Ben Ezra Synagogue:

The Ben Ezra Synagogue in Old Cairo is one of the oldest and most historically significant synagogues in Egypt. This synagogue was originally built in the 9th century on the site where, according to tradition, the baby Moses was found.

The synagogue is well-known for its beautiful architecture and for housing the Cairo Geniza, a collection of Jewish manuscript fragments that offer precious information into medieval Jewish life in the region.

The Ben Ezra Synagogue remains a significant cultural and historical destination for both the Jewish community and Egypt.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar:

Khan El Khalili is a bustling bazaar and a significant marketplace in the center of Islamic Cairo. This Souq or Bazaar returns to the 14th century AD as it is an important hub for trade, commerce, and cultural exchange.

It was named after Mamluk Sultan Al-Khalili. This is a famous Souq with its shops selling several kinds of goods like traditional crafts, textiles, jewelry, spices, and souvenir which makes it a world-wide destination for visiting.

At the end of the day, you will go to your hotel for the Overnight.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

After enjoying your hotel breakfast, your Egyptologist will drive you to the best sights of Alexandria to visit:

Qaitbay Citadel:

The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria was established in 1477 by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qaitbay. This fortress was built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

The citadel acted as a defensive bastion against naval invasions. The fortress is a fine example of medieval Islamic military architecture and is still a popular historical and tourist destination providing stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.

Pompey's Pillar:

Pompey's Pillar is a Roman triumphal column in Alexandria. This column was erected in 297 AD and is approximately 27 meters tall and is made of red granite.

Despite its name, the column has no connection to Pompey; it was established in rejuvenation of the Roman Emperor Diocletian.

This Pillar is the largest ancient monolith in Alexandria and one of the few remaining relics of the Serapeum, an ancient temple complex. The pillar is a remarkable historical monument and an example of Roman engineering and architecture.

Lunch is served at a local fish restaurant, and visit:

Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa:

The Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa in Alexandria are a historical archaeological site dating back to the 2nd century AD. These catacombs which are considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages present a unique mix of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman cultural factors.

This site was discovered accidentally in 1900, the catacombs have complicated carvings, statues, and a central tomb. They acted as a burial site for a wealthy family and represent the syncretic religious practices of the time.

Today, the catacombs are a significant tourist destination, providing insights into ancient funerary rituals.

Alexandria Library:

Alexandria Library or the Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a modern library and cultural center in Alexandria. This library was inaugurated in 2002, to commemorate the ancient Library of Alexandria which was one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world.

The new library shows a striking design with a massive, tilted disc-shaped structure and includes millions of books, several specialized libraries, museums, and a planetarium.

The library acts as a major center for knowledge, culture, and education in the region, continuing the legacy of its ancient predecessor.

Once it’s over, you will get back to your hotel in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast and you will then be guided to visit:

Salah El Din Citadel:

Saladin Citadel or the Citadel of Cairo is a medieval Islamic fortification in Cairo. This citadel was built by Salah El-Din (Saladin) between 1176 and 1183 to protect the city from Crusader invasions and became the seat of government and the residence of Egypt's rulers for centuries.

The citadel is famous for its impressive architecture such as the Muhammad Ali Mosque, which dominates Cairo's skyline.

This citadel is a major historical site and tourist destination providing panoramic views of the city and a look into Egypt's rich medieval history.

Mohammed Ali Mosque:

Mohammed Ali Mosque or the Alabaster Mosque inside the Salah El-Din Citadel in Cairo was constructed between 1830 and 1848 by Muhammad Ali Pasha who was the founder of modern Egypt.

The mosque is a prominent testament to Ottoman architecture with its large dome, twin minarets, and extensive use of alabaster making it an astonishing landmark.

The mosque acts as both: a place of worship and a symbol of Muhammad Ali's impact on Egypt's modernization. This is a major tourist destination giving stunning views of Cairo from its high position to visitors all over the world.

Savor a mouthwatering lunch at a local restaurant, then you head out to allure:

Sultan Hassan Mosque and Madrassa:

Sultan Hassan Mosque and Madrassa in Cairo is an architectural masterpiece from the Mamluk era. This mosque was built between 1356 and 1363 by Sultan Hassan, and it is one of the largest and most impressive Islamic religious complexes in the world.

The structure shows a massive frontispiece, towering minarets, and a complicated interior with a central courtyard surrounded by four Iwans (vaulted halls).

The mosque acted as both a place of worship and a school for Islamic learning (madrassa). This is an important cultural and historical monument in Cairo.

Al Rifa'i Mosque:

Al Rifa'i Mosque in Cairo is a significant Islamic structure which was built between 1869 and 1912. The mosque stands opposite the Sultan Hassan Mosque making an amazing architectural pair.

This mosque was commissioned by Khedive Ismail's mother, Khushyar Hanim, and serves as a royal mausoleum including the tombs of Egyptian royals such as King Farouk and Reza Shah of Iran.

The mosque's design combines traditional Mamluk architecture with Ottoman influences, showing elaborate marble and grand arches. The mosque is still an important religious destination and a remarkable example of Egypt's architectural heritage.

Finally, we will chauffer you to your Cairo hotel to spend your last night’s stay in the land of pharaohs.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

We will provide you with a delectable breakfast at your hotel before you check-out. Then our employee will transport you to Cairo International Airport for final departure, carrying so much memories of lifetime.

Meals: Breakfast