The Egyptian Journey

From$1299USD
14 days,Cairo to Cairo
Trip Code: DPJE

Wandering ancient monuments, bargaining in bazaars, sail the Nile on a three day cruise, climbing Mt Sinai, relaxing at the Red Sea.

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Be inspired by the Pharaoh’s temples and then build your own sandcastle monuments on the beaches of the Red Sea. This is an unforgettable journey through Egypt's extensive history with some fun in the sun as well. Begin with the pyramids and shop in buzzing bazaars. Sail down the Nile in the comfort of a cruise boat, explore the Valley of the Kings by donkey, hike Mt Sinai and cool off in the Red Sea. Our CEOs are passionate about revealing the archeological and historical secrets of Egypt's ancient sites.

What's Included

  • Admission and guided tour of the Pyramids and the Sphinx, Admission and guided tour of Egyptian Museum, Sleeper train Cairo to Luxor and return, Nubian village visit and traditional dinner,3 night full board Nile cruise, Entrance and guided visit to Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples, visit to Colossi of Memnon, Donkey ride, entrance fee and guided tour of the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut, meal with local family in Luxor, Mt Sinai guided climb, Guided walk in Islamic Cairo and entrance and guided visit to Cairo citadel, Excursion to Khan el-Khalili bazaar.
  • 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners (Allow USD240-315 for meals not included)
  • Hotels (8 nts), overnight sleeper train (2 nts), Nile cruise boat (3 nts)
  • Private van, overnight train, donkey, Nile cruise boat
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout
  • Small group experience; Max 15, avg 10
Map of the route for The Egyptian Journey
Places Visited
  • Egypt
Day 1 Cairo

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Cairo (B,D)

Guided tour of the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx. Guided tour of the Egyptian Museum. Overnight sleeper train to Aswan.

Day 3 Aswan (B,D)

Visit a Nubian village and enjoy a home-cooked dinner with the locals.

Days 4-6 Nile River (3B,3L,3D)

Enjoy three nights and two days on board our Nile cruise boat, visiting the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu en route from Aswan to Luxor. Option to visit Abu Simbel.

Days 7-8 Luxor (2B,1L,1D)

Travel by donkey to the Valley of the Kings. Guided tour of the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut. Overnight sleeper train to Cairo.

Day 9 Cairo (B)

Walking tour of Islamic Cairo and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

Day 10 Mt. Sinai (B)

Hike up Mt. Sinai and visit St. Catherine's Monastery.

Days 11-12 Dahab (2B)

Enjoy snorkelling, swimming and relaxing.

Day 13 Cairo (B)

Drive back to Cairo. Optional Nile dinner cruise.

Day 14 Cairo (B)

Depart at any time.

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