Uncover the rich history that lies along the banks of the Nile.
Turn every stone over from Cairo, Luxor to Dahab and everything in between. Walk in the footsteps of the Pharaohs at the Pyramids while tracing the path of the infamous Nubians along the Nile. Then jump on board your 5-star Nile Cruise to sail in style! Roam the chaotic Bazaars and savor the unique flavors of all the spectacular Egyptian treats. Discover the eternal treasures by countless civilizations.
Duration
Destination
Start/Ends in
14 Days
Egypt
Cairo / Cairo
Hotels
Group Size
Age Requirement
5 & 4 Star
12-42 People
18+
Trip Rating
Trip Theme
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Classic,Overland
All Year Round
Why You’ll Love This Tour
Experience Egypt in comfort and style on this 14-day adventure with 5 & 4 star hotels. Plus, a luxurious 3-night stay onboard a luxurious Nile Cruiser.
Travel in comfort with convenient flights from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor back to Cairo, as well as from Cairo to Dahab and Dahab back to Cairo, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable journey through Egypt’s most iconic destinations.
Explore ancient wonders including the Great Pyramids and Sphinx, Karnak Temple Complex, Philae Temple, Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple with local Egyptologist Guides.
Ditch the history books for swimsuits at the Red Sea paradise of Dahab for an extended 5-night stay. Enjoy plenty of free time here to relax, check out the St Catherine Monastery and swim amongst the world-famous coral reefs.
Witness one of the best sunrises Egypt has to offer as on an early morning hike to Mt Sinai for a spectacular sunrise you’ll never forget!
Feeling adventurous? This tour offers plenty of optional activities for the ultimate adrenaline fix. From hot-air ballooning over Luxor to scuba-diving the Red Sea, quad-biking and camel riding, a traditional Nubian Dinner or snorkeling the colorful Blue Hole in Dahab.
Sunniest city of Egypt and a popular touristic stop for many cruises. The local market here is an excellent place to do some shopping and to find Egyptian fresh spices.
Cairo is the sprawling capital city of Egypt, located on the banks of the Nile River, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and bustling city life.
Kom Ombo means ‘hill of the gold’ crowned with Temple of Komombo. The temple is unusual as one side is dedicated to the god Haroesis and the other side to Sobek.
A top travel destination in Egypt with a wealth of historic monuments and buildings bringing Egypt’s fabled past to life. Luxor is called the world’s greatest open air museum.
The 42m long obelisk was left unfinished when some cracks appeared, but had this obelisk been completed, it would have been the heaviest, weighing nearly 1100 tons!
Itinerary
Itinerary
Welcome to Egypt! At the Cairo terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Freshen up and meet in the lobby around 6:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members. Afterwards you have free time to start exploring vibrant Cairo or board a cruise for an optional group dinner.
Accommodation
Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star
Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities
Group Dinner on Cruise – 35 USD
Set your alarms for 7.30am and fill up on plenty of breakfast before a big day exploring Egypt’s iconic Ancient Wonder of the World – the Pyramids and Sphinx! Follow your guide for a tour across the ancient site to learn about the 4,600-year-old wonders. The journey continues with one of the most important museums dedicated to the ancient world – Egyptian Museum of Cairo. Home to over 120,000 ancient Egyptian relics and antiquities, this place will leave you in awe! After everyone has had their dose of awe, we’ll head back to our hotel for overnight stay.
Accommodation
Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of Giza Pyramids
Sightseeing of Sphinx
Sightseeing of Egyptian Museum
Entrance Fees Giza Pyramids/Sphinx – 700 EGP
Egyptian Museum – 550 EGP
We start the day with a flight to Aswan where we will have a city tour with our local guide. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk for a look into the incredible building methods used to create the four-sided, hallmark monuments that are placed at the entrances of Egyptian temples. Take some time to walk along the 42-metre long lying bed of granite and learn about its significance from your guide. Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, divine mother of the pharaohs. The temple is set beautifully on an island in the middle of the Nile. Then all aboard the a 5-star Nile Cruiser as we check in to our private cabins and prepare for three nights on the Nile River. Tonight, we’ll have the option to join a traditional Nubian dinner in the evening.
Accommodation Nile Cruiser – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Aswan City tour Sightseeing of Philae Temple
Sightseeing of Unfinished Obelisk of Aswan
Optional Activities Nubian Dinner – 32 USD
Entrance Fees Philae Temple – 550 EGP
At 04:45 in the morning, we depart for the optional trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Abu Simbel. It is a must-do for all keen historians! Enjoy a free afternoon to explore Aswan and the banks of the Nile River at your own pace.
Accommodation Nile Cruiser – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities Abu Simbel – 120 USD
Time to relax and enjoy the cool breeze of the Nile. Jump on-board a traditional Felucca sailboat, bound for the Elephantine and Kitchener Islands on the Nile. After our river excursion, the rest of the day is yours to wander around Aswan as you wish.
Accommodation Nile Cruiser – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities Cruise On the Nile
As we hop back onboard the coach and drive north towards Kom Ombo. Visit the Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Next stop will be Edfu, home to one of the largest and best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the temple was built over 180-years from 237 BC to 57 BC. We’ll arrive in Luxor in the late afternoon, before checking out the Luxor Temple in the evening. Explore the dim-light temple after dark and learn from your guide of the temple complexes ancient history, dating back to the 14th century B.C. Not to forget, a visit to the vast Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most important religious centers of ancient Egypt with its marvelous temples. Your Egyptologist guide will enlighten you with the most intriguing stories and mythologies from the temple complex. Feeling adventurous?
Accommodation Steigenberger Nile palace Hotel – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of Edfu Temple
Sightseeing of Komombo Temple
Sightseeing of Karnak Temple
Sightseeing of Luxor Temple
Early in the morning take to the skies on an optional hot air balloon ride over Luxor.
Then follow your guide to the Valley of the Kings, also known as the ‘City of the Dead’, home to fancy royal tombs carved into desert rocks and filled with treasures for the Pharaoh afterlife. Next up, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon. Later in the afternoon we make our way to the airport and fly back to Cairo.
Accommodation Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of Hatshepsut Temple & Colossi of Memnon
Optional Activities Hot Air Balloon – 124 USD
Entrance Fees Valley Of The Kings – 750 EGP
Hatshepsut Temple – 440 EGP
Following an early breakfast, transfer to the airport for our flight to Sharm El-Sheikh. We then head out to the Red Sea paradise of Dahab. Pack your swimsuit close and ready for a dip in the sea. You’ll get plenty of swimming, snorkeling, diving and sunbathing. The perfect way to relax after a week of cultural discovery.
Accommodation Dahab Paradise Hotel – 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Today our Dahab experience starts with an optional snorkeling trip to the famous Blue Hole. Here you can snorkel off the shore, swim along colorful fish and experience the beauty of the coral reefs. Dahab is renowned for being one of the best diving destinations in the region, offering an unforgettable experience to divers of all levels. Following your return, why not try out camel trekking or water sports.
Accommodation Dahab Paradise Hotel – 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of Dahab
Optional Activities
Snorkeling at Blue Hole – 42 USD
Scuba Diving – EUR 45
Another day to relax under the sun and cool in the sea. Alternatively you can browse the bazaars and markets to practice your bartering skills and collect the best souvenirs. In the evening, you can join the optional Mountain Dinner.
A free day by the sea. If you have energy to spare, why not try out some water sports or attractions. Cherish your final day by the Red Sea under the Egyptian sun. Depart for St. Catherine in the evening at 22:30 start the ascend to Mt. Sinai, where you’ll witness the spectacular sunrise which blankets the surrounding peaks in gold, unveiling one of the best views in Egypt.
Accommodation Dahab Paradise Hotel – 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Mt Sinai Trek
Start off the day with a visit to the beautiful St. Catherine Monastery before you drive back to Dahab. Free time to rest up and recharge after the hike. Get to improve your waterskiing or wake boarding skills and ride the waves to cool off.
Accommodation Dahab Paradise Hotel – 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of St. Catherine Monastery
Entrance Fees St. Catherine Monastery – 250 EGP
The day is yours to soak up the sunshine, swim in the sea or chew through your memory card taking pics of this cute Egyptian town.
Accommodation Dahab Paradise Hotel – 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Optional Activities Quad Biking – 29 USD
This morning we check-out of the hotel in Dahab and catch the transfer to the Sharm Airport, from where we will fly to Cairo. Our tour ends at Cairo Airport. Time to start counting days for your next adventure with Travel Talk!
Meals Included Breakfast
Day 1 Cairo
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Cairo
Welcome to Egypt! At the Cairo terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Freshen up and meet in the lobby around 6:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members. Afterwards you have free time to start exploring vibrant Cairo or board a cruise for an optional group dinner.
Accommodation
Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star
Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities
Group Dinner on Cruise – 35 USD
Day 2 Cairo City Tour
Detailed Itinerary
Day 2 Cairo City Tour
Set your alarms for 7.30am and fill up on plenty of breakfast before a big day exploring Egypt’s iconic Ancient Wonder of the World – the Pyramids and Sphinx! Follow your guide for a tour across the ancient site to learn about the 4,600-year-old wonders. The journey continues with one of the most important museums dedicated to the ancient world – Egyptian Museum of Cairo. Home to over 120,000 ancient Egyptian relics and antiquities, this place will leave you in awe! After everyone has had their dose of awe, we’ll head back to our hotel for overnight stay.
Accommodation
Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of Giza Pyramids
Sightseeing of Sphinx
Sightseeing of Egyptian Museum
Entrance Fees Giza Pyramids/Sphinx – 700 EGP
Egyptian Museum – 550 EGP
Day 3 Cairo - Flight to Aswan - Nile Cruise
Detailed Itinerary
Day 3 Cairo - Flight to Aswan - Nile Cruise
We start the day with a flight to Aswan where we will have a city tour with our local guide. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk for a look into the incredible building methods used to create the four-sided, hallmark monuments that are placed at the entrances of Egyptian temples. Take some time to walk along the 42-metre long lying bed of granite and learn about its significance from your guide. Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, divine mother of the pharaohs. The temple is set beautifully on an island in the middle of the Nile. Then all aboard the a 5-star Nile Cruiser as we check in to our private cabins and prepare for three nights on the Nile River. Tonight, we’ll have the option to join a traditional Nubian dinner in the evening.
Accommodation Nile Cruiser – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Aswan City tour Sightseeing of Philae Temple
Sightseeing of Unfinished Obelisk of Aswan
Optional Activities Nubian Dinner – 32 USD
Entrance Fees Philae Temple – 550 EGP
Day 4 Nile Cruise
Detailed Itinerary
Day 4 Nile Cruise
At 04:45 in the morning, we depart for the optional trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Abu Simbel. It is a must-do for all keen historians! Enjoy a free afternoon to explore Aswan and the banks of the Nile River at your own pace.
Accommodation Nile Cruiser – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities Abu Simbel – 120 USD
Day 5 Nile Cruise
Detailed Itinerary
Day 5 Nile Cruise
Time to relax and enjoy the cool breeze of the Nile. Jump on-board a traditional Felucca sailboat, bound for the Elephantine and Kitchener Islands on the Nile. After our river excursion, the rest of the day is yours to wander around Aswan as you wish.
Accommodation Nile Cruiser – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities Cruise On the Nile
Day 6 Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor
Detailed Itinerary
Day 6 Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor
As we hop back onboard the coach and drive north towards Kom Ombo. Visit the Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Next stop will be Edfu, home to one of the largest and best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the temple was built over 180-years from 237 BC to 57 BC. We’ll arrive in Luxor in the late afternoon, before checking out the Luxor Temple in the evening. Explore the dim-light temple after dark and learn from your guide of the temple complexes ancient history, dating back to the 14th century B.C. Not to forget, a visit to the vast Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most important religious centers of ancient Egypt with its marvelous temples. Your Egyptologist guide will enlighten you with the most intriguing stories and mythologies from the temple complex. Feeling adventurous?
Accommodation Steigenberger Nile palace Hotel – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of Edfu Temple
Sightseeing of Komombo Temple
Sightseeing of Karnak Temple
Sightseeing of Luxor Temple
Early in the morning take to the skies on an optional hot air balloon ride over Luxor.
Then follow your guide to the Valley of the Kings, also known as the ‘City of the Dead’, home to fancy royal tombs carved into desert rocks and filled with treasures for the Pharaoh afterlife. Next up, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon. Later in the afternoon we make our way to the airport and fly back to Cairo.
Accommodation Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of Hatshepsut Temple & Colossi of Memnon
Optional Activities Hot Air Balloon – 124 USD
Entrance Fees Valley Of The Kings – 750 EGP
Hatshepsut Temple – 440 EGP
Day 8 Cairo, Flight to Sharm El-Sheikh, Dahab
Detailed Itinerary
Day 8 Cairo, Flight to Sharm El-Sheikh, Dahab
Following an early breakfast, transfer to the airport for our flight to Sharm El-Sheikh. We then head out to the Red Sea paradise of Dahab. Pack your swimsuit close and ready for a dip in the sea. You’ll get plenty of swimming, snorkeling, diving and sunbathing. The perfect way to relax after a week of cultural discovery.
Accommodation Dahab Paradise Hotel – 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Day 9 Dahab
Detailed Itinerary
Day 9 Dahab
Today our Dahab experience starts with an optional snorkeling trip to the famous Blue Hole. Here you can snorkel off the shore, swim along colorful fish and experience the beauty of the coral reefs. Dahab is renowned for being one of the best diving destinations in the region, offering an unforgettable experience to divers of all levels. Following your return, why not try out camel trekking or water sports.
Accommodation Dahab Paradise Hotel – 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of Dahab
Optional Activities
Snorkeling at Blue Hole – 42 USD
Scuba Diving – EUR 45
Day 10 Dahab
Detailed Itinerary
Day 10 Dahab
Another day to relax under the sun and cool in the sea. Alternatively you can browse the bazaars and markets to practice your bartering skills and collect the best souvenirs. In the evening, you can join the optional Mountain Dinner.
A free day by the sea. If you have energy to spare, why not try out some water sports or attractions. Cherish your final day by the Red Sea under the Egyptian sun. Depart for St. Catherine in the evening at 22:30 start the ascend to Mt. Sinai, where you’ll witness the spectacular sunrise which blankets the surrounding peaks in gold, unveiling one of the best views in Egypt.
Accommodation Dahab Paradise Hotel – 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Mt Sinai Trek
Day 12 St. Catherine, Dahab
Detailed Itinerary
Day 12 St. Catherine, Dahab
Start off the day with a visit to the beautiful St. Catherine Monastery before you drive back to Dahab. Free time to rest up and recharge after the hike. Get to improve your waterskiing or wake boarding skills and ride the waves to cool off.
Accommodation Dahab Paradise Hotel – 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Sightseeing of St. Catherine Monastery
Entrance Fees St. Catherine Monastery – 250 EGP
Day 13 Dahab
Detailed Itinerary
Day 13 Dahab
The day is yours to soak up the sunshine, swim in the sea or chew through your memory card taking pics of this cute Egyptian town.
Accommodation Dahab Paradise Hotel – 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Optional Activities Quad Biking – 29 USD
Day 14 Dahab, Flight to Cairo
Detailed Itinerary
Day 14 Dahab, Flight to Cairo
This morning we check-out of the hotel in Dahab and catch the transfer to the Sharm Airport, from where we will fly to Cairo. Our tour ends at Cairo Airport. Time to start counting days for your next adventure with Travel Talk!
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Dates & Rates
All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender.
The luxury design hotel features a SPA & fitness center, an outdoor pool with poolside bar and a selection of restaurants offering delicacies from various cuisines.
STEIGENBERGER HOTEL
Luxor
5 Star
This 5 star hotel, located in the heart of Luxor by the Nile River, provides an outdoor pool, fitness centre and sauna. All rooms feature air-conditioning and satellite TV.
TOLIP ASWAN HOTEL
Aswan
5 Star
This 5 star hotel overlooking the river, offers a pool, nightclub and spa centre. Air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a minibar and a satellite TV, also free wi-fi access.
DAHAB PARADISE HOTEL
Dahab
4 Star
This beautiful hotel located by the Red Sea features an outdoor pool and a panoramic view of the Sinai Mountain. All of the rooms are air-conditioned and have balcony with a spectacular view.
NILE CRUISER
Luxor
5 Star
You will be sailing on a luxury Nile cruise for 2 nights with en-suite facilities and swimming pool on-board. The Egypt Nile Cruise travels between Luxor and Aswan covering a distance of 230 km.
Accommodation
Cairo
SONESTA HOTEL TOWER
5 Star
Accommodation
Luxor
STEIGENBERGER HOTEL
5 Star
Accommodation
Aswan
TOLIP ASWAN HOTEL
5 Star
Accommodation
Dahab
DAHAB PARADISE HOTEL
4 Star
Accommodation
Luxor
NILE CRUISER
5 Star
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Why You’ll Love This Tour
Experience Egypt in comfort and style on this 14-day adventure with 5 & 4 star hotels. Plus, a luxurious 3-night stay onboard a luxurious Nile Cruiser.
Travel in comfort with convenient flights from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor back to Cairo, as well as from Cairo to Dahab and Dahab back to Cairo, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable journey through Egypt’s most iconic destinations.
Explore ancient wonders including the Great Pyramids and Sphinx, Karnak Temple Complex, Philae Temple, Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple with local Egyptologist Guides.
Ditch the history books for swimsuits at the Red Sea paradise of Dahab for an extended 5-night stay. Enjoy plenty of free time here to relax, check out the St Catherine Monastery and swim amongst the world-famous coral reefs.
Witness one of the best sunrises Egypt has to offer as on an early morning hike to Mt Sinai for a spectacular sunrise you’ll never forget!
Feeling adventurous? This tour offers plenty of optional activities for the ultimate adrenaline fix. From hot-air ballooning over Luxor to scuba-diving the Red Sea, quad-biking and camel riding, a traditional Nubian Dinner or snorkeling the colorful Blue Hole in Dahab.