Schedule: Daily Departures
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Pickup & Drop-off: Cairo International Airport (24/7 Meet & Assist)
Tour Highlights
Experience the ultimate expedition across Egypt on this comprehensive 14-day itinerary featuring round-trip domestic flights, luxury hotel stays, and a 5-star Nile cruise. From the ancient wonders of Lower Egypt to the sacred temples of Upper Egypt and Mediterranean coastal heritage, discover Egypt's most iconic treasures with licensed Egyptologist guides and private door-to-door transportation.
- Cairo & Giza: Stand before the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple, Djoser’s Step Pyramid at Saqqara, the ancient capital of Memphis, the historic Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, Saladin’s Citadel, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, historic Coptic Cairo, and the bustling Khan el-Khalili bazaar.
- Upper Egypt Temples & Tombs: Fly south to explore the monumental Karnak and Luxor temples on the East Bank, alongside the rock-cut royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, the terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
- 5-Star Nile River Cruise: Sail in elegance between Luxor and Aswan, visiting the Falcon Temple of Horus at Edfu, the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris at Kom Ombo, the High Dam, and the island sanctuary of Philae.
- Mediterranean Coastline (Alexandria & Rosetta): Journey northwest to explore Alexandria’s modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman Amphitheatre, Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Qaitbay Citadel, and Montaza Palace Gardens, followed by an excursion to historic Rosetta to view Ottoman architecture and where the Nile meets the Mediterranean Sea.
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Welcome to Egypt
Arrive at Cairo International Airport. Your Ramasside Tours tour coordinator will meet you before customs and immigration holding a personalized name sign. Enjoy a private transfer in a modern, climate-controlled vehicle directly to your hotel in Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 2: The Egyptian Museum & The Great Pyramids of Giza
- Museum of Egyptian Antiquities (Tahrir Square): Begin your morning exploring classical galleries housing over 250,000 pharaonic antiquities spanning 5,000 years, including gold treasures and masterworks of the pharaohs.
- The Giza Plateau: Stand before the Fourth Dynasty Pyramids of Khufu (Cheops), Khafre (Chephren), and Menkaure (Mykerinos). Stop at designated desert vantage points for sweeping panoramic photographs framing all three pyramids together.
- The Great Sphinx & Valley Temple: Tour the ancient pink-granite mortuary temple where purification and mummification rites were performed, then stand before the enigmatic limestone colossus guarding the plateau.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 3: Saqqara Step Pyramid & Ancient Memphis
- Saqqara Necropolis: Tour the Step Pyramid of King Djoser—the earliest monumental stone structure in human history—designed by the royal architect Imhotep during the Third Dynasty (c. 2630 BC).
- Open-Air Museum of Memphis: Travel to Egypt’s first unified capital (founded c. 3100 BC by King Menes) to inspect the colossal fallen limestone statue of Pharaoh Ramesses II and the monumental Alabaster Sphinx.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 4: Saladin’s Citadel, Old Coptic Cairo & Khan el-Khalili
- The Citadel of Saladin: Tour the medieval fortress built to protect Cairo from Crusader armies, exploring the Ottoman-style Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali designed by architect Yousif Boushnaq.
- Historic Coptic Cairo: Walk through ancient Babylon Fortress streets to visit the Hanging Church (Saint Virgin Mary), the subterranean Church of Abu Serga (where the Holy Family sheltered), the Church of Saint Barbara, and the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue.
- Khan el-Khalili Bazaar: Stroll through 14th-century market alleys, browsing handcrafted brass lanterns, spices, textiles, and jewelry.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 5: Flight to Luxor – East Bank Arrival (Optional Dendera & Abydos)
- Enjoy breakfast, followed by a private transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor.
- Arrive in ancient Thebes, where your private Egyptologist guide will meet you for check-in.
- (Optional: Full-day excursion north to the vibrant Temple of Hathor at Dendera and the sacred Temple of Seti I at Abydos).
- Overnight in Luxor.
Day 6: East Bank Temples & Nile Cruise Embarkation
- Karnak Temple Complex: Walk down the Avenue of Sphinxes and enter the colossal Hypostyle Hall, marveling at 134 sandstone columns soaring up to 21 meters high.
- Luxor Temple: Discover the grand courtyards and seated granite statues of Ramesses the Great, illuminated along the East Bank promenade.
- Nile Cruise Embarkation: Board your 5-star Nile cruise ship before lunch. Savor full-board dining and evening leisure on board.
- Overnight aboard cruise in Luxor.
Day 7: Theban Necropolis – West Bank Exploration
- Valley of the Kings: Cross to the West Bank to explore New Kingdom pharaonic rock-cut tombs adorned with vibrant funerary frescoes and astronomical ceiling murals.
- Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut: Admire the three-tiered colonnaded temple rising from the desert floor against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
- The Colossi of Memnon: Pause before the twin 18-meter quartzite statues of Amenhotep III standing guard over the ancient flood plain.
- Sail south toward Edfu while enjoying afternoon tea on the sun deck.
- Overnight aboard cruise in Luxor.
Day 8: Horus Temple at Edfu & Temple of Kom Ombo
- Temple of Horus at Edfu: Tour Egypt’s best-preserved Greco-Roman sandstone temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
- Temple of Kom Ombo: Continue sailing to Kom Ombo to visit the unique symmetrical double temple dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the falcon god.
- Overnight aboard cruise in Kom Ombo.
Day 9: Sailing to Aswan – High Dam & Philae Temple
- Aswan High Dam: Sail into Aswan and visit the engineering landmark completed in the 1960s, overlooking vast Lake Nasser.
- Philae Temple Complex: Travel by motorboat to Agilkia Island to explore the sanctuary of Isis, rescued from rising Nile waters by UNESCO.
- Overnight aboard cruise in Aswan.
Day 10: Disembarkation – Flight to Cairo (Optional Abu Simbel)
- Disembark after breakfast.
- (Optional: Morning excursion by road or air to the colossal Sun Temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel).
- Board your return domestic flight from Aswan to Cairo. Private transfer to your hotel upon arrival.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 11: Coastal Alexandria Tour
- Meet your Egyptologist guide for a private overland drive northwest to Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast.
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina: Tour the exterior and courtyards of the world-class modern library complex holding up to 8 million volumes.
- Roman Amphitheatre: View Egypt's sole surviving marble Roman theatre and underwater harbor artifacts salvaged from the Mediterranean.
- Saint Mark's Cathedral & Mansheya Souks: Visit the oldest church in Africa, stroll through downtown Belle Époque streets, and wander through historic bazaar alleys.
- Citadel of Qaitbay & Montaza Gardens: Stop outside the 15th-century fortress erected on the footprint of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, followed by an afternoon walk through the royal palms and coastal bridges of Montaza Palace Gardens.
- Overnight in Alexandria.
Day 12: Historic Rosetta (Rashid) & Nile Estuary – Return to Cairo
- Drive 60 km east to the historic port town of Rosetta (Rashid).
- Board a motorboat along the Nile estuary to view where the river meets the Mediterranean Sea.
- Tour the historic fort where the Rosetta Stone was discovered in 1799, alongside preserved Ottoman-era brick merchant residences.
- Return in comfort by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 13: Free Leisure Day in Cairo
- Enjoy a full day at your leisure in Cairo for relaxation, souvenir shopping, or optional local excursions.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 14: Final Departure
- Breakfast at your hotel. Private executive transfer to Cairo International Airport with departure assistance for your outbound flight.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 7 Nights luxury hotel accommodation in Cairo (Bed & Breakfast)
- 1 Night luxury hotel accommodation in Alexandria (Bed & Breakfast)
- 1 Night luxury hotel accommodation in Luxor (Bed & Breakfast)
- 4 Nights aboard a 5-Star luxury Nile Cruise (Full Board: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Guided Shore Tours)
- Domestic flights within Egypt: Cairo to Luxor & Aswan to Cairo
- Private overland air-conditioned transfers: Cairo – Alexandria – Rosetta – Cairo
- All ground transportation in modern, climate-controlled vehicles with professional drivers
- Professional licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guides throughout all excursions
- All entrance tickets to sites listed in the itinerary
- Private motorboat excursions in Aswan (Philae Temple) and Rosetta
- All service charges, road tolls, and municipal taxes
Exclusions
- Entry Visa to Egypt (Fast-track assistance available on arrival upon request)
- International airfare
- Optional excursions (Abu Simbel, Dendera & Abydos, Nile dinner cruise, interior pyramid chambers)
- Beverages and personal dining expenses outside cruise full-board meals
- Gratuities / Tipping
Accommodation Options
5-Star Standard (Plan A)
- Cairo: Le Méridien Pyramids / Steigenberger Pyramids / Ramses Hilton / Barceló Cairo Pyramids / Pyramisa Suites
- Nile Cruise: MS Emilio / MS Radamis / MS Princess Sara
5-Star Luxury (Plan B)
- Cairo: Kempinski Nile Hotel / Fairmont Nile City / Conrad Cairo / Cairo Marriott Hotel / Sheraton Cairo / Hilton Golf Pyramids
- Nile Cruise: MS Amwaj Living Stone / MS Nile Premium / MS Blue Shadow / MS Jaz Jubilee / Steigenberger Minerva
Ultra-Luxury (VIP Plan)
- Cairo: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza / Marriott Mena House / The Nile Ritz-Carlton / Hyatt Regency Cairo West
- Nile Cruise: Sanctuary Sun Boat / The Oberoi Zahra / The Oberoi Philae / Sonesta St. George / Mövenpick Royal Lily / MS Farah
Tour Add-ons & Travel Notes
Executive Luxury Van Upgrade
Upgrade all ground travel to a luxury Mercedes Sprinter or executive minivan with generous legroom, dual-zone climate control, onboard Wi-Fi, and cold bottled beverages.
Professional Vacation Photographer
Book a dedicated vacation photographer to accompany your group at the Pyramids, Luxor temples, or Alexandria for $50 per day.
Domestic Flight Business Class Upgrade
Upgrade your Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo domestic flights to Business Class for $50 per person per flight.
Private VIP Access with Dr. Zahi Hawass
Exclusive private tours can be arranged with world-renowned archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass, offering private walk-throughs between the paws of the Great Sphinx and after-hours access inside the Great Pyramids (inquire for rates and scheduling).
Fast-Track Visa-on-Arrival
Save time at Cairo Airport with pre-arranged entry visas for eligible passport holders (including valid US, UK, or Schengen visa holders) for $35 per person.
Travel Insurance (AIG Travel Guard)
Comprehensive travel insurance through AIG Travel Guard is available for $25 per person for one week or $50 per person for two weeks.
Child Policy
- 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (Domestic flight infant charges apply)
- 2 – 5.99 years: 25% of tour rate (50% if domestic flights are included)
- 6 – 11.99 years: 50% of tour rate
- 12+ years: Full adult rate
For reservations, customized flight times, and private VIP upgrades, contact us at: [email protected]
