✨ 13-Day Luxury Egypt & Petra Journey – Cairo, Sharm El Sheikh, Alexandria & Petra Escape πŸŒπŸ‘‘

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Duration
12 Days / 11 Nights
Availability
Everyday
Destinations
02 Countries
Egypt / Jordan
Tour Type
Private Tour
English Speaking Guide

Included

🍽️ Meals – As mentioned in the itinerary
πŸ’§ Bottled water during the tour
✈️ Meet and assist service upon arrival and departure at Egyptian airports.
πŸš— All transfers and transportation as per the itinerary in a private, deluxe, air-conditioned vehicle.
πŸŽ“ Private, professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide throughout the tour
🎟️ All entrance fees to the included sightseeing attractions.
🧾 All applicable taxes and service charges.
πŸ›οΈ03 nights’ accommodation in Sharm Elsheikh on all-inclusive basis.
πŸ›οΈ09 nights’ accommodation in Cairo on Bed and breakfast basis.

Excluded

✈️ International Airfares – Not included
πŸ›‚ Egypt Entry Visa – Traveler’s responsibility
πŸ’΅ Personal Expenses – Laundry, telephone calls, and other incidentals
πŸ™ Tipping – For guides, drivers, and Nile Cruise crew
🍹 Beverages – Drinks on board the cruise and during meals
🎟️ Optional Tours – Not included in the package
🧳 Travel insurance

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome To Egypt

Arrival to EgyptΒ Β Β 

Welcome to Cairo. Your tour begins when you are greeted by our representative who will assist you. After you have collected your luggage, he will then take you, in our deluxe vehicle, to your Cairo hotel.

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Day 2: 🏺✨ Saqqara & Ancient Capital Luxury Experience πŸ‘‘πŸŒ

Included Activities: Memphis Museum – The Step Pyramid Complex – Unas Pyramid – New Kingdom Tombs – The Serapeum – Pyramid of Teti – Old Kingdom Tombs

At 8 am we will start our day tour and start exploring the history of Egyptian Civilization and visit the ruins of its first capital

Memphis Open Air Museum

Memphis was the oldest capital of ancient Egypt, the first one that was founded after the unification of upper and Lower Egypt. The city was founded in the first dynasty (3100 BC).

The Step Pyramid of Saqqara

It’s called also step Pyramid of Zoser or Josser, due to the King Zoser who ordered his minister Imhotep to build it, this pyramid consists of six-layers, its height was about 197foot (60 meters). It is the first Pyramid ever built and it is the first largest scale stone building in the world.

The Step Pyramid Serdab

The underground passages are vast and one of the most mysterious discoveries inside are the stone vessels. Over 40,000 of these vessels, of various form and shape, were found in two of the descending shafts of the pyramid.

Pyramid of Unas

The Pyramid of Unas is a smooth-sided pyramid built in the 24th century BC for the Egyptian pharaoh Unas, the ninth and final king of the Fifth Dynasty.

New Kingdom Cemetery

The vast necropolis of Saqqara, which served as the cemetery of ancient Memphis, contains tombs from almost every period of Egyptian history. The New Kingdom (c.1550–1069 BC) cemetery south of the causeway of Unas is where several important officials of the Eighteenth to Twentieth Dynasties were buried. Among these tombs are

The Tomb of Hormoheb

The tomb from the time in which he was not yet Pharaoh Horemheb was discovered a first time in the 19th century, then it disappeared again under the sands. It was rediscovered in 1975 by Geoffrey Martin and his team who cleared the monument in four seasons of excavation.

The Tomb of Maya

At the end of the 14th century BC, Maya was one of the major figures in the Egyptian state, from the reign of Tutankhamun to that of Horemheb. His prestigious career is attested by his many titles and epithets, the most important of which is "Overseer of the Treasury" (that is Minister of Finance).

The Serapeum at Saqqara

The Serapeum at Saqqara is the tomb of the sacred Apis bulls that were associated with the god Ptah, whose cult center was in Memphis. An avenue of sphinxes leads to the Serapeum, which is composed of two long corridors that once housed the mummified remains of the bulls. The tomb was in use from the time of Amenhotep III in the New Kingdom through to the Ptolemaic Period.

Pyramid Complex of Teti

Teti (c.2345–2323 BC), the first ruler of the Sixth Dynasty, built his pyramidal complex not far from the Step Pyramid of (c.2667–2648 BC), in Saqqara. Upon completion, it stood 52.5 m tall.

The mastaba tomb of Kagemni also known as Memi

The mastaba was discovered in 1843 by Richard Lepsius. It had to wait until 1905 before von Bissing would begin his publication of rooms IV to VIII, which wasn't completed until 1911.

The mastaba of Nikauisesi

The mastaba of Nikauisesi is situated in the north-east sector of the necropolis of Saqqara. The tomb was discovered in 1979-80 by the Supreme Council of Antiquities.

The mastaba of Ankhmahor

The mastaba of Ankhmahor is situated on the northern side of Teti’s pyramid at Saqqara in the block of tombs belonging to the officials of the king’s Dynasty VI reign.

At the end of this great day we will enjoy lunch in one of the best resturants that looks over the Pyramids and then we will go back to our hotel and overnight in Cairo.

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

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Day 3: ✨Timeless Wonders in One Day ✨

Included Activities: The Bent Pyramid – The Red Pyramid – The Grand Egyptian Museum

It is said that Egypt is full of Pyramids and after breakfast you will get the opportunity to visit 2 more of them. You will be taken, in an air-conditioned vehicle, to Dashur where you will see the two pyramids built by the Pharaoh Snefru.

The Red Pyramid

The Red Pyramid was another project of the 4th Dynasty pharaoh Sneferu. After the completion of the Bent Pyramid, which also stand nearby in the Necropolis at Dahshur, Sneferu set out to correct the mistakes that were made in the construction of his that pyramid and the one at Meidum that collapsed during construction.

The Bent Pyramid

The Bent Pyramid is called a β€˜transitional’ pyramid because the angle of its sides changes abruptly approximately one-third of the way up. Archeologists attribute this to an engineering crisis during construction.

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The museum houses a collection of the most valuable Egyptian artifacts ever from various periods of the Egyptian civilization, from the Predynastic Period to Coptic Egypt, with an estimated total of over 100,000 artifacts, including at least 20,000 that will be displayed for the first time ever, including the complete King Tutankhamun collection comprising 5,398 pieces. The Tut collection is on display in a 7,500 m2 section of the museum. Rare pieces that have been restored will be displayed for the first time, such as the second solar ship of Khufu, the restoration of which cost $5 million, the collection of Queen Hetepheres (mother of King Khufu), and the collection of Yuya and Thuyu (parents of Queen Tiye).

Now our representative will take you back to your hotel to finish your unforgettable day trip.

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

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Day 4: 🏺✨ Exclusive Giza Pyramids Experience - Camel Ride β€’ Royal Tombs β€’ Pyramid Entry

Included Activities: Giza Complex – The Great Pyramid – Camel Ride – Tomb of Meres Ankh – The Magical Sphinx – The Valley Temple

At 09 am you will meet your tour Guide and start your day to the great Pyramids area which includes:

Giza Pyramids Complex

The three main pyramids of Giza (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure) are sufficient enough to build a 2-meter-long wall and span 100,000 square kilometers around the globe along with the equator.

The Great Pyramid

Go Inside the Great Pyramid of Giza and discover how amazing is its inner design. Get inspired and enjoy its ascending and descending corridors till reaching the top and the burial chamber of King Cheops. This is one of the most beloved adventures in our tour.

Tomb of Queen Meres ankh III

Under the shadow of the Great Pyramid lies the mastaba of Queen Meresankh III, the wife of Khafra and granddaughter of Khufu. Both very large and exquisitely decorated, this is indeed a tomb worthy of her rank and fortunately also contains the best-preserved wall reliefs in the Eastern Cemetery.

Camel Ride

During our visit to the Pyramids, you will experience the transportation of the ancient and will enjoy a camel ride for almost 30 minutes to get the best shots around the pyramids you just need to prepare your camera.

The Magical Sphinx

Who among us when mentioning the name of the Sphinx does not think about this stone sculpture that carved in the form of the human head and lion body, which is located in the Giza plateau in Egypt the Sphinx is one of the oldest and the largest sculptures in the world, it’s about 73.5 meters long and 6 meters wide.

The Valley Temple

It was used as a place for the embalming process. This temple constructed definitely for two functions: First, it was used for the purification of the mummy before its burial. Second, it was used for making the Mummification process of the king.

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

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Day 5: Fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Breakfast at the hotel is followed by check out and fly from Cairo to Sharm Elsheikh you will find our representative who will assist and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax and later in the evening your tour to Jordan will start

Overnight in Sharm Hotel

All Inclusive

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Day 6: from Sharm to Petra

One day tour to Jordan (Petra) by ferry

Available: Wednesday and Saturday

On July 7, 2007 Petra was announced as one of the new Seven Wonders of the World and has become the perfect tourist destination. Visiting Petra by ferry is an opportunity to touch the secrets of the ancient city, admire one of the greatest human creations, built on top of the masterpiece of nature itself.

Petra (Jordan) from Sharm El Sheikh:

* 1:30 Leaving the hotel to drive to Taba Port, where you should arrive by 6:00.

* From Taba you will travel to the Jordanian Port of Aqaba by ferry. The journey will take about 1 hour. On the way you will have an opportunity to admire the incredible views of three countries at once – Israel (Eilat), Jordan (Aqaba) and Saudi Arabia and take beautiful photos.

Β * At 8.30 you will arrive to Aqaba. On the Jordanian side, you will be met by an English-speaking professional guide who will accompany you around Jordan. You will then travel to Petra through the Wadi Rum desert on a comfortable air-conditioned coach.

* The Siq Canyon is the main road that lies between the city’s rose-colored mountains, which stand at a height of 80m and reach up to 1.2 Km at the end of the Siq.

The Siq opens up onto Petra’s most magnificent facade – The Treasury (Al Khazna). It is almost 40 meters high and intricately decorated with Corinthian capitals, friezes, figures and more. The structure is believed to have been the mausoleum of the Nabatean King Aretas IV in the 1st century AD. It became known as Al-Khazneh, or The Treasury in the early 19th century by the area’s Bedouins as they had believed it contained treasures.

In 1812, the city of Petra and Al-Khazneh was rediscovered by Swiss explorer Johann Ludwig Burckhardt. The Treasury has appeared in many Hollywood films, gaining particular fame after being featured in the 1989 film β€œIndiana Jones and the Last Crusade”.

16:00 Lunch at the 5 hotel (included in the price of the tour)

* 17:00 Going back to Aqaba for a city tour

* 18:00 Departing from Aqaba to Taba by ferry

* 00:00 Returning back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh

Overnight in Sharm Hotel

All Inclusive

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Day 7: Sharm Day of Leisure

Another full day of free-time, perhaps some sunbathing, exploring, shopping, or taking up some of the many water sport activities that Sharm Elsheikh has to offer.

Overnight in Sharm Hotel

All Inclusive

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Day 8: From Sharm to Cairo

Another full day of free-time, perhaps some sunbathing, exploring, shopping, or taking up some of the many water sport activities that Sharm Elsheikh has to offer, until it is time to check-out and then you will be driven to Sharm airport for your flight back to Cairo. You will then be taken to your hotel for check-in.

Nile Cruise Dinner

It is a fabulous way to enjoy a night on the Nile while you are in Cairo. So, you are invited to dinner on the Nile cruising restaurant for two hours sailing trip on the Nile with belly dancer, folklore show, Oriental music and dinner. All the time, you’ll be delighted in our Chef’s menu along with a selection of Egyptian favorites, made with the freshest ingredients, and prepared to make it a memorable dining experience.

Overnight in Cairo Hotel

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

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Day 9: ✨ Cairo Heritage Highlights | NMEC, Citadel & Sultan Hassan Mosque Experience πŸ‘‘πŸŒ

Included Activities: The Mummies Museum, Cairo Citadel – National Military Museum – Mohamed Ali Mosque – Sultan Hassan Madras & Refai Mosque

Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a full day tour, I will meet you at 8 am in the hotel lobby and start our visit to the

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.

The first museum of civilization in the Arab world, the NMEC will present a comprehensive view of Egyptian civilization from prehistory to the present day, taking a multidisciplinary thematic approach designed to highlight Egypt’s tangible and intangible heritage. A museum of a new kind, unknown so far in Egypt and the entire Middle East region, the NMEC’s main goal is to β€œshare knowledge”, to connect with the surrounding Egyptian society and to offer international visitors a richer and deeper insight into the meaning of Egyptian culture through the ages.

The Citadel of Cairo

Salah Al-Deen (known as Saladin to European historians) overthrew the Fatimid dynasty in 1171 AD, establishing the new Sunni Ayyubid Caliphate. Given the threat of invasion by European crusader armies, Saladin decided to improve the fortifications of the city and in 1176 AD he began construction of a wall that would encircle both Al-Qahira (today Islamic) and Fustat (Old Cairo). Saladin’s Citadel served as the seat of government in Egypt for 700 years until Khedive Ismail moved into Abdin Palace in newly constructed Downtown Cairo in the 1870’s.

Mohamed Ali Mosque

The Mosque of Muhammad Ali is located inside the Citadel of Salah al‑Din al‑Ayyubi (Saladin) in Cairo. It was built by Muhammad Ali Pasha (1220–1264 AH/1805–1848 AD), the founder of the Muhammad Ali Dynasty (1220–1372 AH/1805–1953 AD), on the site of Mamluk palaces. He had these demolished to make room for his new building, which is also known as the "Alabaster Mosque", in reference to its marble paneling on its interior and exterior walls. The mosque’s twin minarets are the highest in all of Egypt, each reaching a height of 84 meters.

Sultan Hassan & Elrefai Mosques

It is one of the largest and architecturally exquisite mosques in all of Egypt. It was commissioned by the Mamluk sultan Hasan ibn al-Nasir Muhammad ibn Qalawun sometime between 757 AH/1356 AD and 764 AH/1362 AD, and is located at the end of Muhammad Ali Street, opposite its nineteenth century neighbor al-Rifa’i mosque in Salah al-Din Square.

At the end of our day tour, we will start moving back to your hotel and overnight.

Overnight in Cairo Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 10: πŸ‘‘πŸŒCairo Hidden Icons πŸ›οΈβœ¨

Included Activities: Manial Palace , Egypt Train Museum and Cairo Tower

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel then we will meet around 9 am to start our unique day to explore more of Cairo.

Manial Palace Museum

The Museum of Prince Muhammad Ali’s Palace in Manial is one of the most beautiful and important historical museums in Egypt. The museum exhibits an important period in the history of modern Egypt and is characterized by its architectural design. Its modern Islamic style merges with Persian and Mamluk elements. It was also inspired by Syrian, Moroccan and Andalusian motifs, as well as Ottoman style. The building thus harmonizes between a number of Islamic architectural traditions.

Cairo Train Museum

The Egyptian Railway Museum, located in Cairo, is a historic museum that showcases the country's railway history. It was established in 1932 and features around 700 models and exhibits, along with documents, maps, and statistical data illustrating the evolution of transportation and railways in Egypt. The museum was built to commemorate the inauguration of Africa's first railway in 1856. Visitors can explore the collection of old decorated trains and learn about the significant role of railways in Egypt's development.

Cairo Tower

The Cairo Tower or El Gezira tower or (Borg El Qahira) in Arabic language is consider one of the most prominent features of the Egyptian capital. Its partially open lattice-work design is intended to evoke a lotus plant. Cairo tower was built from 1956 to 1961 during the presidency of Gamal Abdel Nasser with Soviet assistance.

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

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Day 11: 🌊✨ Alexandria Discovery Day Tour | Mediterranean History & Coastal Charm πŸ›οΈπŸ“Έ

Included Activites: Qaitbay Citadel – Catacombs – Pompai Pillar

Your day starts with breakfast in your hotel followed by a 2.5-hour drive, in our air-conditioned vehicle, to Alexandria where you will check-in at your hotel upon arrival.

The Catacombs of Kom Alshaqafa

The Catacombs of Alexandria are the largest and most important burial site in Egypt that has a mixture of Roman, Hellenistic, and ancient Egyptian decorative art and elements that were all common during this period in Alexandria.

The Pompai`s Pillar

It’s a column that stands on a rocky hilltop in the middle of Alexandria. Pompey Pillar is a triumphal monument erected around 300 AD for the Roman Emperor Diocletian.

Qait Bay Citadel

Qaitbay Citadel has been built during the 14th century by (Sultan Qaitbay) to defend Alexandria from the attacks of The Ottoman Empire. You can enjoy the Sea views, wonderful restaurants, and unforgettable touristic items while visiting it.

Lunch will be served during the day tour in a sea view restaurant in Alexandria and then we will drive back to the hotel and overnight in Cairo.

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

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Day 12: πŸ›οΈ Cairo City Tour: Cairo Street Walking Experience 🌍

Included Activities: Muizz st & Khan El Khalili

Around 10 am our guide will pick you up from your hotel to start your Cairo streets tour Visit Bab Zuwayla which is an ancient gate of Cairo. Outside the gate, you can see the mosque of Al-Saleh Talai’e. You will get the chance to climb up the stairs and reach it’s top to see a fascinating view of the minarets of a wide range of Cairo.

Al Muizz ST & Khan Khalili

Immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of Old Cairo on this unforgettable street tour. From ancient city gates to lively bazaars, this experience brings Egypt’s Islamic heritage to life. As you walk through historic streets, you will discover centuries of architecture, culture, and daily lifeβ€”still thriving today.

Bab Zuwayla & Panoramic Minaret Views

Your Cairo city tour begins with a convenient hotel pickup. First, you arrive at Bab Zuwayla, one of Cairo’s last remaining medieval gates. From here, you can climb to the top and enjoy breathtaking views of countless minarets stretching across the city skyline.

Just outside the gate, admire the elegant Mosque of Al-Saleh Tala’i, one of Cairo’s earliest suspended mosques.

Sultan Al-Mo’ayyad Mosque & Ghouri Street

Next, step inside the impressive Sultan Al-Mo’ayyad Mosque, uniquely built beside the ancient gate. Afterward, stroll through the lively cloth market near Ghouri Street, where colorful textiles, pure cotton garments, and local fruits fill the air with energy.

Soon after, visit the remarkable Sultan Al Ghouri Complex, located near Al-Azhar Mosque and rich with Mamluk architectural beauty.

Al Muizz Street & Qalawun Complex

As you continue, walk along Al Muizz Street, one of the oldest streets in Cairo. Here, you’ll admire extraordinary Islamic architecture dating from the 13th to 15th centuries.

Additionally, explore the magnificent Qalawun Complex, a masterpiece from the Mamluk era. Along the way, pass traditional copper, silver, and gold workshops, where artisans still practice centuries-old crafts.

Souhaimy House & Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Later, visit the historic Souhaimy House, once home to hundreds of Al-Azhar students. This beautifully preserved residence offers a glimpse into daily life in old Islamic Cairo.

Finally, arrive at the legendary Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Relax at a traditional cafΓ©, sip tea or coffee, and soak in the atmosphere before returning comfortably to your hotel.

Enjoy your lunch and it will be served at a local restaurant after the day tour. Then return to your hotel and overnight in Cairo.

Overnight in Cairo Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 13: We will Miss you

Cairo (Final Departure)

Your final day starts with breakfast at the hotel followed by check-out. You will then be transferred to the airport for your final departure.

Meals: Breakfast

Prices & Accommodation

Silver

MAY - SEP

Per Person in a Single Room $7,050.99
Per Person in a Double Room $4,657.00
Per Person in a Triple Room $4,382.99

Gold

MAY - SEP

Per Person in a Single Room $11,794.00
Per Person in a Double Room $7,419.00
Per Person in a Triple Room $7,092.00

Diamond

MAY - SEP

Per Person in a Single Room $17,644.00
Per Person in a Double Room $10,832.00