"11-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Nile Cruise & White Desert"

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be welcomed by an A1toureg representative who will assist you through immigration and customs. You will then be transferred to your hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Depending on your arrival time, if you arrive early, feel free to contact us for a recommended tour. Enjoy your evening at leisure and relax at the hotel.

Meals: None
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo

After breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo for an exciting day of exploration. Begin with a visit to the iconic Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus), where you'll marvel at these ancient wonders. Continue to the Great Sphinx, dating back to the reign of Pharaoh Chephren, and then explore the Valley Temple.

Next, visit the Papyrus Institute to learn how the ancient Egyptians created the first paper using the papyrus plant. If you'd like to purchase authentic papyrus gifts, this is the perfect place.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Giza, offering traditional Egyptian dishes. Afterward, head to the world-renowned Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to over 250,000 artifacts, including an exceptional collection of treasures from the tomb of Tutankhamun. You can admire the gold and jewelry that were buried for over 3,500 years before being discovered in 1922.

If you're interested, you can also visit the Royal Mummy Hall at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (entrance fee $50). Please ask your guide to arrange this for you. Note that the New Grand Egyptian Museum is not yet open, but is expected to open by the end of 2023.

Return to your hotel in Cairo for the evening. You may also choose to enjoy an optional Sound and Light Show at the Giza Pyramids for $40 per person.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your hotel for a fascinating day tour to Memphis, Sakkara, and Dahshur. Begin with a visit to the Step Pyramid of Sakkara, considered the world’s oldest major stone structure, built during the 3rd Dynasty for King Djoser.

Next, head to Memphis, the first capital of ancient Egypt, founded by King Menes. Explore the remains of this once great city, including the impressive Statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis.

Then, continue to Dahshur, where you’ll see the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, two of Egypt’s most fascinating pyramids.

Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo

Pick up time At 07:00 from your hotel  drive to Bahariya Oasis ,about 350 km east. This journey takes about 4 hours, there will be stops during the trip for WC and Coffee, You will take your 4x4 Jeep and drive to the black desert ,The Lunch will be served here in El Haize oasis, Later on, day one, explore the white desert .National Park, the most well-known desert destination in Egypt. Then drive to valley of Agabat , Valley of Agabat is deep within the white desert Millions of years ago, the place used to be under the sea. Over the years, unique rock formations of limestone, chalk (and maybe sand) developed.  As the sky turns pink then deepest fiery orange, the rock-shapes fade, and silence are all around. Sitting around a small fire and enjoying the simplest meal of chicken, rice, and vegetables, you will feel like nothing has ever tasted so good. Bedouin staff will arrange dinner and desert camping.

Start your day with a delicious breakfast in the desert before driving towards the Bahariya Oasis. On the way, you’ll make a stop at Crystal Mountain (locally known as Gebel al-Izzaz), a striking hill made up of quartzite crystals that shimmer in the sun’s rays. This natural wonder, often referred to as the "Jewel of the Desert," was discovered by accident just a few decades ago.

Continue your journey to the Bahariya Oasis, where you can unwind and relax at Bir Sigam, a natural hot spring located 7 km east of Bahariya, along the Cairo road. Known for its ideal water temperature, it’s the perfect spot to soak in the healing warmth.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Bahariya, before heading out to explore the oasis. Visit the lush fields of palm trees and olives, and discover Gebel Maghrafa, where the largest dinosaur fossil (the Stromer's Tidal Giant) was found in 1914, at the base of Gebel Dist.

Next, explore Lake al-Marun, the largest salt lake in the Bahariya Oasis, before heading to the English Mountain (Gebel al-Ingleez) to catch a breathtaking sunset. From the summit, enjoy panoramic views of the northern part of the oasis.

After a full day of exploration, drive to your hotel in Bahariya for check-in and overnight rest.

After breakfast at the hotel, we will visit the Tombs of Bannentiu and Djed-Ankh-Amun-Iuf (Zed-Amun), located at Qasr Selim (26th Dynasty). These tombs were discovered in 1938 by the Egyptian archaeologist Ahmed Fakhry, who found four tombs on the ridge of Qarat Qasr Selim.

Next, we’ll explore Bawiti, the capital of the Bahariya Oasis, and visit the Museum of the Golden Mummies, which showcases the well-preserved mummies of the region. We'll also visit the ancient Temple of Ain El Muftella, a historical site in Bahariya.

Afterward, we will drive to Cairo Port for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel for check-in.

You will be picked up from your hotel in Aswan and transferred to your Nile cruise. Today’s itinerary includes exploring some of Aswan's most iconic sights.

Temple of Philae: Dedicated to the goddess Isis, the Temple of Philae is the last temple built in the classical Egyptian style. Construction began around 690 BC, and it became one of the final places where the goddess was worshipped.

Aswan High Dam: This monumental rock-fill dam, located on the border between Egypt and Sudan, was constructed between 1960 and 1968. It controls the flow of the Nile and created Lake Nasser, one of the largest reservoirs in the world. The dam was officially inaugurated in 1971.

Unfinished Obelisk: Aswan is famous for its high-quality granite, which was used for many of ancient Egypt's monumental structures. The Unfinished Obelisk, located in the Northern Quarries, provides insight into ancient stoneworking techniques. At nearly 42 meters long, it would have been the largest obelisk ever made if it had been completed. The obelisk weighs around 1168 tonnes, and its unfinished state offers a glimpse into how the Egyptians crafted these massive structures.

After exploring these attractions, you will enjoy a lunch on board the cruise at 12:00.

At 16:00, take a Feluca sailing trip around Elephantine Island and visit Lord Kitchener Island, a beautiful spot known for its lush vegetation.

Optional Nubian Village Visit: For a truly authentic experience, consider an optional trip to the Nubian Village. Spend 2 hours wandering through this vibrant, colorful village. With its unique charm and artistic atmosphere, it offers a true sense of Nubian culture, where every corner holds a new surprise.

Afterward, return to your cruise for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Breakfast & Lunch on Board the Cruise.

Early Morning Visit to Abu Simbel from Aswan
Today, you'll begin your journey with an early visit to the Abu Simbel Temples. The two temples, carved out of the mountainside on the west bank of the Nile between 1274 and 1244 BC, are among Egypt's most iconic monuments. The Great Temple was dedicated to Ramses II, as well as to the gods Ra-Harakhty, Amun Ra, and Ptah, and features four colossal statues of Ramses II. The Second Temple honors Queen Nefertari and the goddess Hathor. These temples were relocated stone by stone to higher ground to save them from flooding when the Aswan High Dam was constructed, marking one of UNESCO’s greatest preservation achievements.

After the visit, return to the cruise for lunch on board.

13:00 - Sail to Kom Ombo

Temple of Kom Ombo:
Sail north to Kom Ombo, located 40 km from Aswan. This temple, dedicated to the deities Sobek (the crocodile god) and Horus, dates primarily from the Ptolemaic and Roman periods (332 BC - 395 AD). The unique double design of the temple, with two symmetrical sanctuaries, reflects the dual nature of the gods it honors.

After exploring Kom Ombo, continue your journey to Edfu, where you will overnight.

Dinner & Overnight on Board the Cruise.
Enjoy an evening Galabeya Party to celebrate your time in Egypt.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Start the day with breakfast on board the Nile cruise as you continue your journey along the river. At 08:00, you’ll depart for a visit to the Edfu Temple, traveling by horse-drawn carriage. This well-preserved temple, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, is one of Upper Egypt’s most significant sites. The temple’s construction dates back to the Ptolemaic period, specifically the reign of Ptolemy III (246 B.C.), and stands on the site of an earlier temple. The temple walls depict the famous myth of the battle between Horus and Seth, which was likely reenacted annually as part of a religious drama. You will return to the cruise by 10:00.

Afterward, enjoy lunch on board as you sail towards Luxor, passing through the Esna Lock. Arrival in Luxor is expected at around 18:00. Upon arrival, visit the Luxor Temple, which was primarily built during the reign of Pharaoh Amenhotep III and later completed by Ramses II and Tutankhamun. The grand first pylon was constructed by Ramses II, adorned with scenes from his Battle of Kadesh.

Dinner and overnight stay will be on board the cruise.

Optional: You can also choose to take an evening Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple for an additional $40 per person.

Optional trip Balloon ride over the valley of the Kings 80 $ per person Breakfast on the board on the Nile cruise Then Disembarkation Visit the west bank of Luxor and Karnak karnak. The Valley of the Kings: Once  called the great Place of the Truth, this valley is Called now the valley of the Kings, It is a Majestic domain of the Pharaohs who once lay in great stone Sarcophagi, awaiting immortality, The isolated valley behind Deir el Bahri is dominated by the Pyramid-Shaped Mountain Peak The colossi of Memnon: Massive  pair statues Know as the  Colossi of Memnon, Rising about 18 M from the plain, They are the remains of what was once the largest  complex on the west bank, Built by Amenhotep the Third The Queen Hatshepsut temple : Rising out of the desert Plain, in a series of terraces, The temple of Hatshepsut Mergs with sheer limestone Cliffs of the eastern face of the Theban Mountain as if Nature herself had built this Extraordinary monument. Karnak : Karnak is more than A temple, is a spectacular Complex of Sanctuaries, Kiosks, Pylons, and Obelisks, All dedicated to the Theban gods and to the Greater Glory of Egypt`s Pharaohs, Karnak was the Most Important place for the worship of the Theban Triad(Amun, Mut, and Khonso) Lunch will be served during the trip
Transfer to the hotel or to Luxor airport Fly back to Cairo

After a relaxing breakfast at the hotel, our representative will meet you and escort you to the airport, ensuring a smooth and efficient check-out process as you complete your final departure formalities.

If you wish to extend your stay in Cairo or explore more of Egypt, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. It would be our pleasure to assist you in making additional arrangements.

We thank you for choosing to travel with us and wish you a safe and pleasant journey. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next adventure!