18-Day Egypt Tour Package: Pyramids, Dahabiya Cruise & Red Sea

Touch down in Cairo, where ancient magic hums in the air, and begin your 18-day Egypt tour package. A friendly representative from Egypt Best Vacations awaits, ready to smooth your passage through arrival formalities and whisk you to your comfortable haven. With Cairo’s pulse thrumming just beyond your doorstep, your Egyptian adventure ignites.

Meals Plan: No Meals Included

The start of your incredible Cairo Alexandria Dahabiya Nile cruise Hurghada tour unfolds as our expert tour guide whisks you away from your hotel, ushering you into the enchanting realm of the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the GEM Museum. 

Today, you will explore the Giza Plateau. Today’s tour includes the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure with the great Sphinx. The only ancient wonder which still exists (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Are you ready to explore it from the inside? (Optional). Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were built, and why they were built. 

Savor your lunch at a local restaurant, then proceed to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Explore the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian treasures in one stunning modern complex. You’ll stand face-to-face with the full Tutankhamun collection and enjoy immersive galleries that bring Egypt’s history to life. Then, transfer back to your hotel.

Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Following your breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Citadel of Saladin, which was built in 1172 to protect Cairo from the Crusaders. At the citadel, you can visit the White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha, which is one of its most prominent features. Continue to Coptic Cairo District to visit the Hanging Church. The Hanging Church is one of the oldest and most famous Christian churches in Egypt. It is admired for its beautiful wooden ceiling, historic icons, and deep connection to Egypt’s Coptic heritage.

Continue to Abu Serga Church. The Church of Abu Serga, also known as Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church. It is especially revered because tradition says the Holy Family stayed in a cave beneath the church during their journey in Egypt. End your Coptic Cairo tour at Ben Ezra Synagogue. The Ben Ezra Synagogue is one of the oldest and most famous Jewish landmarks in Old Cairo. It is known for its rich history and for the discovery of the Cairo Geniza, a remarkable collection of ancient Jewish manuscripts.

Culminate your day shopping at the Khan El-Khalili bazaar. It is one of Cairo’s most famous historic markets. A vibrant place to experience the city’s traditional atmosphere. It is known for its narrow lanes, colorful shops, handmade souvenirs, spices, jewelry, and lively cafés. Then, head back to your hotel.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only

Bid farewell to Cairo’s ancient whispers and journey today to Alexandria, where Greco-Roman echoes dance on the Mediterranean breeze. Prepare to step into a city where pharaohs once rubbed shoulders with philosophers, and your 18 day Egypt itinerary takes on a breathtakingly new chapter. 

Your tour includes the famous Roman Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. The catacombs are huge Egyptian tombs and royal cemeteries with Ptolemaic and Roman influences. The catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa are one the largest Roman burial sites not just in Alexandria but in Egypt. These catacombs started as a private tomb for a wealthy family, then became a public cemetery. The catacombs house more than 300 tombs.

From the catacombs to the Pompey’s Pillar. Many of the ancient historians did not tell us more details about the “Pompey’s Pillar” but about the buildings that stood nearby and have disappeared now. The hill on which the pillar is erected was covered with temples and houses a long time before the Roman era. It was the place of the Citadel of Rhakotis. A temple was dedicated to Osiris-Serapis was built on the mountain. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then check into your hotel and free evening in Alexandria.

Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch 

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel then visit the Citadel of Qaitbay. The Citadel of Qaitbay in Alexandria is one of the most important fortifications in Egypt. It was constructed by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay to defend Egypt against the Ottomans/Turks. 

From the Citadel of Qaitbay to the great Library of Alexandria. The Library of Alexandria is a great library and culture center, not only in Alexandria but on the Mediterranean coast and the whole world. End your tour at the Roman Amphitheatre. This Roman Amphitheatre in Alexandria is one of the great highlights of the beautiful city of Alexandria. The Amphitheaters were not just popular in Egypt, they were popular in other countries as Italy, Greece, Jordan and Turkey. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then travel back to Cairo.

Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Step beyond the famous Pyramids of Giza and unlock Egypt’s deeper secrets with a captivating Saqqara, Memphis and Dahshur Tour. Begin your journey in Saqqara, home of the iconic Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the world’s oldest stone monument. Discover how Saqqara became the blueprint for pyramid construction.

Continue to Memphis, Egypt’s first capital, where history comes alive among open-air statues and colossal masterpieces. Stand before the legendary fallen statue of Ramses II and explore the treasures that once watched over the heart of the Old Kingdom. Your adventure concludes in Dahshur, a tranquil desert site that showcases the evolution of pyramid engineering. Marvel at the Bent Pyramid and the perfectly crafted Red Pyramid, enjoying quiet moments away from the crowds. Then, return back to your hotel.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only

A fabulous Lake Nasser cruise vacation beckons! Your Egypt tour with Lake Nasser cruise leads you to Abu Simbel, where the next chapter of your adventure begins with the initiation of your Lake Nasser cruise, sailing from Abu Simbel to Aswan. Fly from Cairo to Abu Simbel. Meet and assist by our representative of “Egypt Best Vacations“. Transfer to your cruise ship. Enjoy your lunch onboard before visiting the phenomenal Temples of Abu Simbel. 

The temples of Abu Simbel are considered among the most celebrated achievements of ancient Egypt. The two temples were cut in the cliffs about 310 Km south of Aswan. The Great Temple was built for Ramses II (1279-1213 BC), while the Small Temple was built for his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari. Because of the rising water of Aswan High Dam, the temples had to be saved and rescued in a magnificent world rescue operation of temples in Lower Nubia.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Your Lake Nasser cruise ship will set sail from Abu Simbel to Qasr Ebrim, which you will view from the top deck. The only Nubian monument visible on its original site, Qasr Ebrim once sat on top of a 70m-high cliff, about 60km north of Abu Simbel, but now has water lapping at its edges. Then, set sail to Amada to overnight there.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today at Amada, you will visit the Temple of Amada. Amada Temple was built during the 18th Dynasty (c. 1550–1295 BC) in the New Kingdom, the temple of Amada is one of the oldest of the ancient Egyptian monuments lying along the shores of Lake Nasser. The reliefs and inscriptions of the temple are very well preserved because they were covered with a layer of plaster when it was converted into a church. You will also visit the Tomb of the Viceroy of Nubia, Pennut. Then, your Lake Nasser cruise ship will set sail to Wadi Es-Seboua. Here you are visiting the Temple of Wadi Es-Seboua, the Temple of Dakka, and the Temple of Maharaqa. Then, set sail to Aswan for overnight.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Disembarkation, then visit the New Kalabsha area which includes the Temple of Kalabsha, the Temple of Beit El-Wali, and the Kiosk of Kertassi. This Temple of Kalabsha is the largest free-standing temple in Lower Nubia. It was built during the reign of Augustus (30 BC–14 AD), the first Roman emperor. Primarily dedicated to the Nubian god Mandulis, the gods Isis and her husband Osiris were worshipped here too.

Bid farewell to the majestic cliffs of Lake Nasser, where pharaohs once navigated, and prepare to glide down the Nile aboard a traditional Dahabiya. Imagine the whispers of ancient civilizations carried on the breeze as you embark on this enchanting chapter of your Egypt tour with Dahabiya cruise. Overnight in Aswan. 

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Explore the highlights of the of Aswan. Visit the High Dam, a great engineering feat of 1960s, to generate electricity and to stop floods. Then proceed to the beautiful Temple of Philae. This temple was built during the Greco-Roman era and dedicated to Isis, goddess of Magic and Love in ancient Egypt. End your tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. Set sail to Kom Ombo.

Visit the extraordinary Double Temple of Sobek and Haroeris, an uncommon shrine from the Greco-Roman period. Further to the Crocodile Museum, which houses an impressive collection of exquisitely preserved crocodile mummies. After visiting, return to your Dahabiya and head further to Al Ramady Island, where you will spend the night in serenity.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy a little walk to the Temple of Khnum in Esna. Esna Temple is a remarkable Greco-Roman monument dedicated to Khnum, the ram-headed god of creation and the Nile’s life-giving floods. It is famous for its beautifully carved columns and vividly painted astronomical ceiling, still displaying original colors. Visiting Esna Temple adds a great value to your Egypt 18 day tour. Then, return to your Dahabiya cruise to set sail to Luxor via the Lock of Esna.

Upon arrival in Luxor, you will explore the sprawling complex of Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built. Journey to Luxor Temple, a majestic structure linked to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. Witness its captivating architecture and learn about its significance in ancient Egyptian rituals and festivals. Overnight in Luxor.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Disembarkation, followed by Luxor West Bank tour. Visit the magnificent Valley of the Kings. Here, the pharaohs of the New Kingdom period were buried trying to be hidden from the Grave Robbers. There’re 65 tombs were discovered till now while Ramses VIII’s tomb is not found yet. Your guide will recommend the best three open tombs to visit. From the Valley of the Kings to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, who ruled Egypt for about 20 years as a sole pharaoh. You will end your tour at the Colossi of Memnon, which survived from the Temple of Amenhotep III. 

Head to Hurghada for a blissful retreat on the picturesque beaches of the Red Sea. Immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world at your own pace. Make the most of four leisurely days during your 18 days Egypt tour package to unwind and explore.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy the Red Sea beaches on your own. Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy the Red Sea beaches on your own with your Egypt tour with Red Sea. Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy the Red Sea beaches on your own with your Red Sea Holiday. Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Bid farewell to Hurghada’s sun-kissed shores as you take flight over the golden expanse, catching glimpses of ancient oases and Bedouin tents clinging to the sand. Cairo beckons, promising its mysteries and magic as the final act of your Egypt adventure tour package unfolds.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only

Conclude your 18-day Egypt tour package with a transfer to Cairo Airport for your departure. As farewells are bittersweet, don’t hesitate to inquire us about your next exciting adventure in Egypt.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only