Irresistible day-by-day Itineraries

Package 1: "Marvels of Egypt" Cairo, Sakkara, Dahshour, Fayoum & Alexandria.

From the First Pyramid to the Mediterranean coast

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

| Day 1 | Morning (8:00 AM – 12:30 PM) | Afternoon (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM) | Evening (Optional) |

Sakkara – Step Pyramid of Djoser (28th Century BC), Serapeum (Apis bull tombs), Tomb of Kagemni (vivid Old Kingdom reliefs) |

Dahshour – Bent Pyramid & Red Pyramid (the pharaohs' engineering school). Enter the Red Pyramid's burial chamber . |

Discover the Cultural Heritage Experiences at Saqqara -

Beyond the magnificent monuments of Saqqara, your journey continues with a series of authentic cultural experiences that connect Egypt's ancient civilization with the traditions that continue to thrive today. These visits are complimentary and provide fascinating insights into Egyptian craftsmanship, history, and daily life.

Traditional Handmade Carpet School

One of the most rewarding experiences near Saqqara is visiting a traditional handmade carpet weaving school, where local families preserve an art that has been practiced for centuries.

Watch skilled artisans and young apprentices transform fine wool and silk into magnificent handwoven carpets using traditional techniques passed from one generation to another. Every carpet requires months of meticulous work and reflects the patience, creativity, and artistic heritage of the Egyptian people.

This visit also offers an opportunity to understand one of the important sources of income for many local communities living around the archaeological sites. Supporting these workshops helps preserve traditional craftsmanship while contributing directly to local families.|

| Day 2 | Giza Plateau – Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre & Menkaure, Great Sphinx, Valley Temple | Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) – Tutankhamun's complete collection (over 100,000 artifacts) | Optional: Sound & Light Show at Giza. |

| Day 3 | Saladin Citadel – Mosque of Muhammad Ali (alabaster mosque) – panoramic Cairo views | Islamic Cairo – Sultan Hassan Mosque, Ibn Tulun Mosque, Khan El-Khalili Bazaar (spices, textiles, souvenirs) | Free evening. |

| Day 4 | Drive to Alexandria (3 hours). Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa – largest Roman burial site in Egypt | Kayetbay Castle (Lighthouse of Alexandria site), Montaza Royal Palaces (gardens), Greco-Roman Museum | Return to Cairo. |

| Day 5 | Drive to Fayoum (1.5 hours). Wadi El-Rayan – Egypt's only waterfalls & desert lakes | Wadi Hitan (Valley of the Whales) – UNESCO site with 40-million-year-old whale skeletons . Sandboarding or boat ride on Magic Lake. | Overnight in Fayoum desert camp or return to Cairo . |

| Day 6 | Tunis Village – pottery-making experience. Middle Kingdom Pyramids at Lahun & Hawara. | Return to Cairo. Free time for shopping or Nile stroll. | Departure or extension. |

Package 2: "The Amarna Odyssey" El-Minya – Tell El-Amarna & Beni Hasan

The Rebel Pharaoh's Capital & The Middle Kingdom Necropolis.

Recommended Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night (or 1 long day from Cairo)

| Day | Morning (8:00 AM – 12:30 PM) | Afternoon (1:30 PM – 5:00 PM) |

| Day 1 | Drive from Cairo to El-Minya (3.5 hours). Beni Hasan – 39 rock-cut Middle Kingdom tombs with spectacular wall paintings of daily life, hunting, and military campaigns . | Tuna El-Gebel – Necropolis of Hermopolis – catacombs of sacred baboons and ibises (dedicated to Thoth, god of wisdom). |

| Day 2 | Tell El-Amarna – The capital city of Pharaoh Akhenaten (1346 BC), the "heretic king" who introduced monotheism (worship of Aten). Explore the remains of the royal city, Great Temple of Aten, and the Northern Tombs with their unique art style . | Ashmunein – Ruins of the Temple of Thoth (ancient Hermopolis Magna). Return to Cairo or continue to Luxor.

- This region is best explored as a private 2-day tour from Cairo, allowing time to fully appreciate each site .

- Deir El-Adhra – a Christian church where the Holy Family is believed to have visited during their wanderings in Egypt – can be added if time permits.

Package 3: "The Nile Eternal" 7 Nights – Luxury Nile Cruise (Luxor–Aswan or Reverse)

Sail the River of Time.

Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days (Cruise + Hotel Nights at start/end)

| Day | Morning (8:00 AM – 12:30 PM) | Afternoon (1:30 PM – 5:00 PM) | Evening |

| Day 1 | Arrival in Luxor – Transfer to 5-star hotel or board cruise. | East Bank – Karnak Temple Complex (largest religious structure ever built) – explore the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 towering columns . | Optional: Karnak Sound & Light Show – a breathtaking nighttime experience . |

| Day 2 | West Bank – Valley of the Kings (tomb of Tutankhamun and other pharaohs) . | Valley of the Queens, Hatshepsut Temple (Deir El-Bahari) – the only female pharaoh's mortuary temple . Colossi of Memnon – massive statues guarding the Theban necropolis . | Optional: Hot Air Balloon at sunrise over Thebes (book for Day 3 morning) . |

| Day 3 | Hot Air Balloon Flight (weather permitting) – spectacular aerial views of Luxor's West Bank . | Cruise departs Luxor – sail toward Edfu. Afternoon tea on the sun deck. | Dinner and overnight on board – live entertainment (Galabeya party). |

| Day 4 | Edfu – visit the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt, dedicated to Horus. Arrive by horse-drawn carriage from the Nile . | Sail to Kom Ombo. Kom Ombo Temple – unique double temple dedicated to Sobek (crocodile) and Haroeris (falcon). Visit the Crocodile Museum . | Continue sailing to Aswan. |

| Day 5 | Aswan High Dam – modern engineering marvel, source of Egypt's electricity, creator of Lake Nasser . | Unfinished Obelisk – ancient granite quarry revealing how the ancients carved colossal monoliths . Philae Temple – dedicated to Goddess Isis, rescued and relocated by UNESCO from the rising waters of Lake Nasser . | Overnight in Aswan. |

| Day 6 | Nubian Village – sail by traditional felucca or motorboat to visit a colorful Nubian village. Meet locals, learn about their culture, and enjoy traditional hospitality . | Kitchener's Island (Botanic Garden) – stroll through exotic plants from around the world. | Overnight in Aswan. |

| Day 7 | Optional: Abu Simbel – Colossal temples of Ramses II and Nefertari, saved from Lake Nasser's rising waters. This is a full-day excursion (4 hours each way by road, or 30-minute flight) . | Return to Aswan. Free time – explore Aswan's bustling souk. | Farewell dinner on board. |

| Day 8 | Disembark – transfer to Aswan airport or train station for return to Cairo. | Optional Extension: Dendera & Abydos – If traveling from Luxor, add 1-2 days to visit Dendera Temple (famous for its well-preserved ceiling) and Abydos Temple (the Temple of Seti I, with the Abydos King List). | |

Package 4: "The Nubian Odyssey" Lake Nasser Cruise – Discovering the UNESCO Nubian Temples

Where Silence, Temples, and the Desert's Edge Meet Timeless Luxury.

Duration: 4–5 Days / 3–4 Nights

| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |

| Day 1 | Aswan – Visit Philae Temple, High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk. Board your Lake Nasser cruise ship. | Settle into your cabin. Welcome reception. | Dinner and overnight on board. |

| Day 2 | Kalabsha Temple (30 BC) – dedicated to Mandulis, built during the Roman era. Beit El-Wali – Ramses II's rock-cut temple. Kertassi Kiosk – a small, elegant Greco-Roman structure. | Continue sailing toward Wadi El-Seboua. | Overnight on board. |

| Day 3 | Wadi El-Seboua (Valley of the Lions) – a temple dedicated to Amun-Ra and Ramses II. The avenue of sphinxes is its most iconic feature. Temple of Dakka – dedicated to Thoth. | Temple of Meharakka – a Greco-Roman temple, one of the smaller but well-preserved structures. | Overnight on board. |

| Day 4 | Amada Temple (18th Dynasty – Thutmose III) – featuring well-preserved reliefs. Temple of Derr – Ramses II's temple. Tomb of Penout – a Nubian chief's tomb. | Kasr Ibrim – the only non-relocated vestige, viewed from the boat. This ancient fortress has ruins from the Pharaonic, Roman, and Christian eras. | Overnight on board. |

| Day 5 | Abu Simbel – The ultimate finale. Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II and the Small Temple of Nefertari. Both were salvaged from the rising waters in the 1960s . | Optional: Sound & Light Show at Abu Simbel – a magical nighttime experience. | Transfer to Aswan or Abu Simbel airport for departure. |

Pro Tips:

- Lake Nasser cruises typically operate on Saturdays only – confirm scheduling.

- This package offers unmatched serenity – the silence of the lake is a major selling point.

Package 5 "The Western Desert Odyssey" White Desert, Black Desert, Dakhla, Kharga, Al-Kasr & Gabbanet El-Bakawat

The Roman Frontier. The Coptic Heritage. The Eternal Silence.

Duration: 5–7 Days / 4–6 Nights

| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |

| Day 1 | Cairo → Bahariya Oasis (4-hour drive). Visit the Black Desert – volcanic hills coated in black iron quartzite, creating a dramatic lunar landscape .

| Crystal Mountain – a white quartzite formation sparkling in the sun.

| White Desert – surreal chalk formations resembling mushrooms and animals. Camp under the stars – Bedouin-style dinner and traditional music .

| Day 2 | White Desert – sunrise photography, explore the "Santa Tree" and rock gardens .

| Farafra Oasis – Badr Museum (sculpture compound – an open-air art gallery).

| Drive to Dakhla Oasis. Overnight in a local hotel or eco-lodge. |

| Day 3 | Deir El-Hagar – a Roman temple in Dakhla, dedicated to Amun. Al-Qasr – a medieval Islamic citadel with a beautifully carved-wood mosque.

| Hot Springs – soak in Bir Talata (39°C) or Ain Abu Taqa. Al-Bashendi Village – a traditional oasis village with mudbrick houses. | Overnight in Dakhla. |

| Day 4 | Drive to Kharga Oasis (3 hours). Hibis Temple – Persian-era (6th century BC), the only surviving temple from this period. | Kharga Museum – local artifacts and mummies. | Overnight in Kharga. |

| Day 5 | Gabbanet El-Bakawat (Bagawat Necropolis) – one of the oldest and best-preserved Christian cemeteries in the world, with 263 mudbrick tombs decorated with Old and New Testament scenes. | Qasr El-Ghueita – Ptolemaic fortress temple with stunning views. | Return to Cairo or continue to Luxor/Aswan. |

Package 6: "The Oracle's Oasis" Siwa Oasis – 2 Nights / 3 Days

Alexander's Legend. The Sahara's Secret.

| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |

| Day 1 | Drive from Cairo to Siwa (8 hours) with a stop at El Alamein World War II Museum and Marsa Matrouh for a Mediterranean lunch . | Arrive in Siwa. Visit Shali Fortress – the medieval salt-brick fortress with stunning views over the oasis. | Explore Siwa Museum – traditional jewelry, wedding costumes, and musical instruments . Overnight in an eco-lodge. |

| Day 2 | Temple of the Oracle (Temple of Amun) – where Alexander the Great consulted the oracle in 331 BC . | Cleopatra's Spring – a natural hot spring for swimming. Bir Wahed – another hot spring in the desert – enjoy the sunset and a Bedouin dinner under the stars . | Overnight in Siwa. |

| Day 3 | Mountain of the Dead – rock-cut tombs from the 26th Dynasty. | Return to Cairo (8-hour drive). | Optional: Great Sand Sea 4x4 excursion – sandboarding and dune-bashing. |

Pro Tips:

- Siwa has a distinct Amazigh (Berber) culture and its own language – a unique cultural experience.

- Salt lakes – Siwa's salt lakes are said to have healing properties and you can float on them like the Dead Sea.

-Package 7: "The Sinai Pearls" 4 Nights – Sharm El-Sheikh, Ras Mohamed, Dahab, Nuweiba, Taba, Moses Mountain & St. Catherine's Monastery

Where the Desert Meets the Deep.

| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |

| Day 1 | Arrival in Sharm El-Sheikh. Transfer to hotel. | Free time – relax on the beach or explore Naama Bay. Optional: Glass-bottom boat over the coral reefs. | Overnight in Sharm. |

| Day 2 | Ras Mohamed National Park – one of the world's top dive sites. Experience drift dives, drop-offs, and encounters with sharks, turtles, and barracudas. (Snorkeling option available). | Continue exploring the park's mangrove channels and the famous "Shark Reef" and "Yolanda Reef." | Return to Sharm. Overnight. |

| Day 3 | Drive to Dahab (1 hour). Blue Hole – legendary diving and snorkeling site (for experienced divers). The Canyon – another spectacular dive site with underwater rock formations. | Explore Dahab's Bohemian Village – beachfront restaurants, relaxed atmosphere. | Drive to Nuweiba (1 hour). Overnight in Nuweiba. |

| Day 4 | Nuweiba – pristine beaches, optional camel ride. Drive to Taba (1.5 hours) – view the borders of Egypt, Israel, and Jordan. Visit Castle Zaman eco-lodge. | Optional: Colored Canyon – a spectacular natural wonder near Nuweiba with sandstone walls in vibrant shades of red, yellow, and purple. | Return to Sharm or stay overnight in Taba. |

| Day 5 | Optional: Moses Mountain (Mount Sinai) – early morning hike (2-3 hours) to the summit (2,285 meters) for sunrise, where Moses received the Ten Commandments . | St. Catherine's Monastery – UNESCO World Heritage Site, the oldest continuously operating Christian monastery in the world. Visit the Burning Bush and the ancient library . | Return to Sharm for departure. |

Package 8: "The Southern Red Sea Treasure" Hurghada, Marsa Alam, Wadi Gimal & Elba

Untouched Reefs. Unforgettable Encounters.

| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |

| Day 1 | Arrival in Hurghada – Transfer to hotel. | Optional: Giftun Island snorkeling excursion – explore vibrant coral reefs. Marina tour – Hurghada's modern marina with restaurants and shops. | Overnight in Hurghada. |

| Day 2 | Drive to Marsa Alam (3.5 hours). Visit Abu Dabbab – protected bay with frequent dugong (sea cow) and green turtle sightings. | Sharm El-Luli – pristine snorkeling beach with a reef accessible from the shore. | Overnight in Marsa Alam. |

| Day 3 | Wadi Gimal National Park – pristine reefs where desert meets the sea. Explore Mangrove Beach at Wadi El-Qulaan – a unique ecosystem. | Snorkeling with manta rays (seasonal) – deep-water drop-offs attract these majestic creatures. | Overnight in Marsa Alam. |

| Day 4 | Optional: Ras Elba National Park – remote beauty near the Sudanese border, protected coastal desert and marine biodiversity (long drive – require full-day excursion). | Continue exploring Wadi Gimal's fringing reefs – accessible directly from the beach. | Return to Marsa Alam or Hurghada. |

| Day 5 | Departure – transfer to Marsa Alam or Hurghada airport for departure. | Optional: Camel trekking along the beach in Wadi Gimal. |

Bonus: Combination Package Suggestions

1. "The Grand Egyptian Journey" – 21 Days

- Combines Packages 1, 2, 3 & 5 (Cairo → Minya → Nile Cruise → Western Desert)

2. "The Pharaoh & The Reef" – 14 Days

- Combines Packages 1, 3 & 8 (Cairo, Nile Cruise & Southern Red Sea)

3. "The Complete Desert & Sea" – 12 Days

- Combines Packages 5, 6 & 7 (Western Desert, Siwa & Sinai)

4. "The Nubian & Nile Discovery" – 12 Days

- Combines Packages 3 & 4 (Nile Cruise + Lake Nasser Cruise)