Egypt Grand Tour With Dahabiya & Lake Nasser In 21 Days

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our Egypt Best Vacations representative will handle arrival procedures and visa regulations, followed by a comfortable transfer to your hotel. Your Egypt Grand Tour in 21 days begins!

Meals Plan: No Meals Included

Brace yourself, adventurer! Your 21-day Egyptian tapestry starts weaving the moment our guide whisks you away to the Giza pyramids, where ancient giants pierce the sky and whisper tales of forgotten dynasties.

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. Today you will hear 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, Abu Serga Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Your tour will conclude in the largest market in Egypt, Khan El-Khalili, a historical bazaar. Then, head back to your hotel.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only

Alexandria beckons! Your Egypt Tour  21 days takes a vibrant turn today as you step into the sun-kissed embrace of this ancient city, where Alexander the Great’s whispers mingle with the salty tang of the Mediterranean. Upon arrival visit 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 

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. Then to the 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. You will end your tour at the Roman Amphitheatre of Kom El-Dekka. The 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

Savor your breakfast at the hotel, then visit the National Museum of the Egyptian Civilization. The NMEC Museum showcases the full story of Egypt, from prehistoric times to the modern era. Walk through beautifully curated galleries and discover the iconic Royal Mummies Hall, where ancient pharaohs rest in a carefully preserved environment. This tour offers a deep, enriching look into Egypt’s cultural evolution, blending modern presentation with timeless heritage.

Continue to the Palace of Mohamed Ali at Manial Island. Wander through its lavish halls, stunning architecture, and beautifully decorated rooms that reflect 19th-century luxury. This tour offers a peaceful escape into history, showcasing one of Cairo’s most charming and underrated royal residences.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only

Trade sandy footprints for salty kisses as your Red Sea holiday beckons! Today, your 21-day  Egyptian adventure takes a turquoise turn as you soar towards Hurghada, the gateway to the Red Sea’s underwater paradise. Dive into crystal-clear waters teeming with vibrant coral reefs, or simply bask on sun-kissed beaches, your Hurghada haven awaits. 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. Our Hurghada day 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 Hurghada vacation. 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. Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Hurghada’s sun-kissed sands are just a prologue! After a blissful respite in Hurghada, your journey continues to Luxor, marking the commencement of your 4-night Dahabiya Nile cruise as part of your Egypt tour in 21 days. Today, you sail the Nile’s timeless ribbon, aboard your Dahabiya Nile cruise.

Luxor, ancient heartbeat of Egypt, calls. Settle into your onboard haven before immersing yourself in the grandeur of the Temple of Karnak, the world’s largest temple, and the majestic Temple of Luxor. Both pay homage to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, offering a captivating glimpse into ancient Egyptian splendor

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Discover the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings. The pharaohs during the New Kingdom ceased building pyramids and cut their tombs deep into the mountain trying to hide them from grave robbers. There are 65 tombs in the Valley of the Kings, your guide will recommend the best three tombs of the open ones to visit. From the magnificent Valley of the Kings to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut who ruled as a solo pharaoh for about 20 years. You will end your trip at the giant Colossi of Memnon which survives from the Temple of pharaoh Amenhotep III. Then, return back to your Dahabiya Nile cruise to set sail to Edfu through the Lock of Esna. Overnight in Edfu. 

Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Over Luxor

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, you will take a horse and carriage to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This temple is the most intact temple in Egypt and was built during the Greco-Roman period. The Temple of Edfu is fully inscribed with reliefs and hieroglyphs on its exterior and interior walls. Take your carriage back to your Dahabiya Nile cruise to sail up to Kom Ombo. Visit the twin Temple of Sobek, the Crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. Then proceed to the Crocodile Museum in the vicinity of the temple. After the tour, the Dahabiya cruise will sail up to Aswan where it moors for the next two days.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Welcome to the lovely City of Aswan. Your Aswan tour includes the largest engineering project in the 1960s, the High Dam as well as the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk, and the awesome Temple of Philae. Back on board for lunch. Free evening to wander through the city.

Optional tour: Tour to the Nubian Village in Aswan

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trade Nile dreams for desert mysteries! Your Egypt tour in 21 days takes a dramatic turn as you disembark, leaving the Nile’s embrace for the sun-drenched majesty of Lake Nasser. Aboard your comfortable cruise, three mesmerizing nights await amidst ancient treasures and awe-inspiring vistas.

Have lunch on board. Visit the phenomenal Temples of Ramses II and Nefertari at 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.
Overnight in Abu Simbel.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Your Lake Nasser cruise will set sail from Abu Simbel to Qasr Ibrim, which you will view from the top deck. Prior to the construction of the High Dam south of Aswan, Qasr Ibrim stood on the highest of three headlands on the east bank of the Nile some 70 meters above the River. Today, it is usually an island, though at times the lake as revealed a land bridge joining the island to the shore. Then, set sail to Amada to overnight there.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today at Amada, you will visit the Temple of Amada. This 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.

At Amada, you will also visit the tomb of the Viceroy of Nubia, Pennut, then set sail to Wadi Es-Seboua. This temple is named “Es-Seboua”, which means “Lions” and its name is justified due to the presence of the rows of lion-headed sphinxes before the entrance of the temple. The visit the Temple of Dakka, and the Temple of Maharaqa. Then, head back to your Lake Nasser cruise ship to set sail to Aswan to overnight.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Disembarkation, followed by visiting the New Kalabsha area which includes the Temple of Kalabsha, the Temple of Beit El-Wali, and the Kiosk of Kertassi. The largest temple in the area is Kalabsha Temple. 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.

Cairo calls once more! Aswan’s warm breeze fades as you take flight, returning to the vibrant pulse of the city. Nestled in your cozy Cairo haven, savor the final two nights of your Egypt tour in 21 days, where echoes of pharaohs mingle with the city’s modern hum.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only

Free day at the hotel in Cairo. Enjoy the final night of your 21-day Egypt tour itinerary.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only

As your incredible 21-day Egypt tour concludes, we will assist in transferring you to Cairo Airport for your departure. While bidding farewell may be bittersweet, feel free to consult us about your potential next adventure in Egypt. Until we meet again, safe travels!

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only