Egypt 10-Day Tour Package from Sahel Hashesh

After breakfast, your guide takes you to the Pyramids of Giza, where you can walk around the great monuments and see how their scale changes from each viewpoint. You then continue to the nearby Sphinx, carved from the limestone bedrock and positioned beside the pyramid complex. Time is allowed for photographs and for questions about the construction and beliefs connected with the site.

The day continues at the Egyptian Museum, where galleries hold statues, jewellery, coffins and objects from several periods of Egyptian history. After a break for lunch, you visit Old Cairo and walk through its historic religious quarter. The final stop is the Citadel of Saladin, set above the city with broad views across Cairo. This is a long sightseeing day, so we keep the route organised and include time to sit down between visits.

We leave Cairo after breakfast for the Fayoum oasis, a greener area shaped by irrigation, farmland and the lake district. The drive takes you away from the capital's dense streets and into a quieter landscape. Your guide explains how water from the Nile supports cultivation here and how the oasis has remained connected to farming for thousands of years.

You then continue to Wadi El Hitan, the Valley of the Whales, a protected desert site known for fossilised remains of early whales. The open-air displays and marked areas make it possible to see the fossils without a demanding hike, although sturdy shoes are useful on uneven ground. After the visit, we travel onward according to the desert route and settle in for the night. Bring water, a hat and a light layer, as temperatures can change sharply between daytime and evening.

Today takes you into the Bahariya oasis, where palm groves, small farming communities and desert hills appear after the long open road. We pause for a meal and a short rest before continuing by four-wheel-drive vehicle into the surrounding desert. The change from cultivated land to bare rock and sand is gradual, giving you time to take in the landscape.

The route crosses the dark volcanic formations of the Black Desert before reaching the pale limestone scenery of the White Desert. Your driver stops at suitable viewpoints, and your guide points out the wind-shaped formations that give this area its distinctive appearance. A desert camp or arranged overnight stay follows, depending on the confirmed travel plan. Facilities are simple, and evening conditions can be cool, so pack a warm layer as well as your daytime clothing.

After breakfast in the desert, we retrace the route towards the oasis and continue by road to Cairo. The return journey takes much of the day, so we plan regular comfort stops and keep the schedule focused on reaching the airport or station connection in good time. The desert section ends here, allowing you to change pace before the southern part of the tour.

We then continue to Aswan by the arranged domestic flight or other confirmed transport connection. On arrival, our representative assists with the transfer to your accommodation. The evening is kept light, giving you time to eat, organise your bags and prepare for an early start the next day. Please keep essentials such as medication, identification and a small overnight bag accessible during the transfer.

An early departure takes you to Abu Simbel, where the rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari face the edge of Lake Nasser. Your guide explains the temple reliefs, colossal figures and the relocation project that protected the monuments when the lake was created. The visit involves walking across open ground, so water, a hat and comfortable footwear are important.

Back in Aswan, you visit the Aswan High Dam to understand how it changed water management, agriculture and settlement along the Nile. A boat then carries you to Philae temple, built on an island and reached across the water. Later, you visit a Nubian village to see brightly painted homes and learn about local customs from residents. The order may shift slightly according to transport conditions, but the day is planned to balance the long southern excursion with time on the river.

After breakfast, we leave Aswan for Luxor by road or train, depending on the confirmed arrangements. The journey follows the Nile Valley and takes several hours, with a comfort stop where needed. On arrival, you check in and have time for lunch before beginning the afternoon sightseeing programme.

Your first major visit is Karnak temple, a vast complex entered through a processional avenue and known for its columns, courts and sanctuary areas built over many generations. Your guide sets the monuments in context without rushing the walk through the site. Later, you visit Luxor temple, where statues, columns and reliefs remain close to the modern city. An evening visit gives the stonework a different character and leaves the night free for dinner and rest near your accommodation.

We cross the Nile after breakfast for a morning on Luxor's West Bank. The first visit is the Valley of the Kings, where tomb entrances are cut into the desert hills. Your guide explains the burial practices and the scenes painted inside the chambers. The number of tombs open can vary, so the exact selection is confirmed locally on the day; expect uneven ground, steps and heat in exposed areas.

You then continue to Hatshepsut temple, a terrace monument built against the cliffs for one of Egypt's most prominent female rulers. The final stop is the Colossi of Memnon, two large seated figures beside the ancient approach to the Theban temples. We return across the river after the visits, leaving the afternoon for a meal, rest or a quiet walk. Keep your footwear practical, as the West Bank route includes dust, stone paths and outdoor waiting areas.

We leave Luxor after breakfast for the road transfer back to Sahel Hashesh. The route crosses the changing scenery between the Nile Valley and the Red Sea coast, with agricultural land giving way to wider desert views. The journey takes several hours, so our driver schedules suitable breaks and your guide helps coordinate luggage and arrival details.

On reaching your accommodation, our team assists with the drop-off and confirms the arrangements for your final day. The rest of the afternoon is free. You may choose to rest by the coast, take a short walk or organise your bags before departure. If you have souvenirs, documents or fragile items collected during the tour, keep them together tonight so packing is straightforward in the morning.

Your 10-day tour ends with a transfer from Sahel Hashesh to the airport or onward connection arranged for your departure. We confirm the collection details in advance and allow appropriate time for the drive, airport procedures and baggage check-in. The exact schedule depends on your departure time and the transport arrangements booked for your journey.

Please check your room and vehicle carefully for passports, phones, chargers and small purchases before leaving. Our team remains available during the final transfer to help with luggage and directions. If your departure is later in the day, you can use the remaining time at your accommodation before the agreed pickup, subject to its check-out policy.