Schedule: Daily Departures
Duration: 15 Days / 14 Nights
Pickup & Drop-off: Cairo International Airport (CAI) with private meet-and-assist transfers
Destinations Covered: Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Memphis, Luxor, Dendera, Abydos, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Alexandria, and Rosetta (Rashid)
Tour Type: 100% Private Chauffeured & Egyptologist-Guided Grand Tour with a 5-Star Full-Board Nile Cruise and Domestic Flights
Tour Highlights
The 15-Day Pharaoh's Treasure All-Inclusive Grand Tour is the ultimate Egyptian expedition, connecting the monumental stone monuments of the Old Kingdom with the sacred pilgrimage temples of Middle Egypt, the royal tombs of imperial Thebes, and the Mediterranean heritage of Alexandria and Rosetta.
- Complete Cairo Necropolises & Museums: Stand before the Great Pyramids of Giza, ride a camel across desert viewpoints, explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, and view the Royal Mummies Hall at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC).
- Middle Egypt Pilgrimage Temples: Journey to Abydos to marvel at the fine limestone relief carvings in the Temple of Seti I and visit the Dendera Temple of Hathor, celebrated for its astronomical ceiling murals.
- 4-Night 5-Star Luxury Nile River Cruise: Sail between Luxor and Aswan on full board, docking directly at the temples of Edfu, Kom Ombo, and the island sanctuary of Philae.
- Interior Royal Tomb Access: Step inside King Tutankhamun's burial chamber (KV62) in the Valley of the Kings and visit the Valley of the Queens.
- Nubian Heritage & Culture: Motorboat past Elephantine Island along the Aswan cataracts to visit a traditional Nubian community on the West Bank.
- Greco-Roman Alexandria & Coastal Rosetta: Explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman Amphitheatre, and Fort Qaitbay, followed by a riverboat excursion in Rosetta where the Nile meets the Mediterranean and the Rosetta Stone was discovered.
- Authentic Culinary & Secret Cairo Walking Tour: Walk through medieval El Moez Street and historic gates to taste classic Egyptian dishes away from standard tourist trails.
Day-by-Day Comprehensive Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Cairo – Arrival & Private Transfer
- Arrive at Cairo International Airport (CAI), where your private Ramasside Tours representative greets you at the terminal gate holding a personalized name sign.
- Enjoy fast-track assistance through luggage collection and transfer directly to your luxury hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 2: Royal Mummies, Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Desert Camel Ride
- Breakfast: Savor breakfast at your hotel.
- National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC): Begin your historical journey at Egypt’s premier comprehensive museum. Walk through the climate-controlled Royal Mummies Hall to view the remarkably preserved 3,000-to-4,000-year-old mummies of legendary rulers including Hatshepsut, Thutmose III, and Ramesses II.
- The Giza Plateau: Stand before the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World: the Great Pyramids of Khufu (Cheops), Khafre, and Menkaure.
- The Great Sphinx & Valley Temple: Tour the monolithic pink-granite Valley Temple where King Khafre's mummification rites were performed and photograph the Great Sphinx up close.
- Desert Camel Trek: Ride across the Giza sands for sweeping panoramic photo angles of all three pyramids aligned.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 3: Saqqara Step Pyramid & Ancient Capital of Memphis
- Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara: Travel south to the ancestral necropolis of Saqqara to explore the world's oldest monumental stone building, engineered during the 3rd Dynasty (c. 2630 BC) by the royal architect Imhotep.
- The Open-Air Museum of Memphis: Visit Egypt's first imperial capital, founded around 3100 BC by King Menes. View the colossal 10-meter fallen limestone statue of Pharaoh Ramesses II and the massive 80-ton Alabaster Sphinx.
- (Optional Evening): 2-hour dinner cruise on the Nile featuring live oriental folklore, Tanoura, and belly dancing.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 4: Flight from Cairo to Luxor
- Breakfast & Transfer: Transfer to Cairo Airport for your 1-hour morning flight south to Luxor.
- Arrival in Thebes: Meet your private chauffeur and guide upon arrival in Luxor and transfer to your hotel.
- Enjoy the afternoon at leisure strolling along the Nile Corniche.
- Overnight in Luxor.
Day 5: Sacred Temples of Abydos & Dendera
- Temple of Seti I at Abydos: Drive north through Middle Egypt to Abydos, ancient Egypt's holiest pilgrimage site dedicated to Osiris, Lord of the Underworld. Tour the hypostyle halls of King Seti I and Ramesses II, renowned for having the finest, most detailed bas-relief carvings in Egyptian art, as well as the subterranean Osireion.
- Dendera Temple of Hathor: Continue to Dendera to explore the remarkably preserved Greco-Roman temple dedicated to the goddess of love, joy, and music. Admire the vibrant astronomical ceiling reliefs, the replica of the Dendera Zodiac, and subterranean crypts.
- Return transfer to your hotel in Luxor.
- Overnight in Luxor.
Day 6: Luxor Museum, Karnak & Luxor Temples – Cruise Embarkation
- Luxor Museum: Tour one of Egypt's most brilliantly curated museums, displaying masterworks excavated from the Theban necropolises and the Luxor Temple cachette.
- East Bank Temples:
- Karnak Temple: Explore the largest religious complex ever constructed, walking through the Avenue of Ram-Headed Sphinxes and beneath the 134 towering pillars of the Great Hypostyle Hall.
- Luxor Temple: Marvel at the grand courtyards, the colossal seated statues of Ramesses II, and the towering pink-granite obelisk.
- Cruise Check-In: Board your 5-star luxury Nile cruise ship in time for lunch.
- Overnight on board in Luxor (Full Board).
Day 7: Valley of the Kings, King Tut's Tomb, Valley of the Queens & Hatshepsut
- Valley of the Kings: Cross to the West Bank to explore the subterranean rock-cut tombs of the New Kingdom pharaohs.
- Interior Visit of King Tutankhamun's Tomb (KV62): Step directly inside the famous burial chamber discovered intact by Howard Carter in November 1922 to view the pharaoh's actual mummy resting in its gilded sarcophagus.
- Valley of the Queens (Ta-Set-Neferu): Explore the resting place of royal queens and princes (optional entrance to Queen Nefertari's lavishly colored tomb available).
- Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut: Admire the symmetrical, three-tiered limestone terraces rising dramatically against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
- Colossi of Memnon: Stop before the two 18-meter-tall quartzite statues of Amenhotep III.
- Return to the cruise ship for afternoon tea as the vessel sets sail toward Esna.
- Overnight on board in Luxor (Full Board).
Day 8: Edfu Horus Temple & Kom Ombo Double Temple
- Temple of Horus in Edfu: Arrive by traditional horse-drawn carriage to tour Egypt's most complete and well-preserved cult temple, dating to the Ptolemaic era.
- Scenic River Cruising: Relax on the sun deck as your ship glides past rural palm groves and golden sandbanks toward Kom Ombo.
- Temple of Kom Ombo: Disembark at the riverbend to explore the unique dual temple dedicated jointly to Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the winged falcon, and visit the adjacent Crocodile Mummy Museum.
- Overnight on board docked at Kom Ombo (Full Board).
Day 9: Aswan Nile Cruise – Philae Island & Traditional Nubian Village
- Philae Temple on Agilkia Island: Cruise into Aswan and take a short motorboat ride to the romantic island sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis, rescued from rising waters by UNESCO.
- Nubian Village Motorboat Excursion: Travel by private boat past Elephantine Island and the granite boulders of the Aswan cataract to a traditional Nubian community on the West Bank. Visit a local family home to learn about their centuries-old customs, language, and culture.
- Overnight on board in Aswan (Full Board).
Day 10: Disembarkation – (Optional Abu Simbel Excursion) – Flight to Cairo
- Disembarkation: Enjoy breakfast on board before check-out.
- (Optional) Abu Simbel Overland Tour: Journey south to the shores of Lake Nasser to stand before the rock-cut facade of Ramesses II and the smaller temple dedicated to Queen Nefertiti and Hathor.
- Flight to Cairo: Transfer to Aswan Airport (ASW) for your return domestic flight to Cairo.
- Meet your chauffeur upon landing and transfer to your luxury Cairo hotel.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 11: Full-Day Mediterranean Alexandria Excursion
- Drive to Alexandria: Meet your guide for a private transfer along the desert highway to Egypt's Mediterranean pearl.
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina: Tour the modern disc-shaped architectural marvel holding over 8 million volumes and archaeological exhibits.
- Roman Amphitheatre & Sunken Antiquities: Inspect the marble seating and the open-air exhibition of pharaonic statues lifted from the sea.
- Historic Landmarks: Visit St. Mark's Coptic Cathedral (the oldest church in Africa), the El Nabi Daniel Mosque, and stroll through the historic Mansheya quarter and traditional gold market.
- Citadel of Qaitbay: Photograph the 15th-century seaside fortress erected on the foundation of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse.
- Montaza Palace Royal Gardens: Walk through 150 acres of royal coastal gardens surrounding the Salamlek and Haramlek palaces of King Farouk.
- Overnight in Alexandria.
Day 12: Historical Rosetta (Rashid) & Return to Cairo
- Rosetta Heritage Tour: Drive 60 km east to the historic port city of Rosetta.
- Motorboat Nile-Mediterranean Estuary Excursion: Board a private motorboat along the Nile to view the exact convergence point where the river flows into the Mediterranean Sea.
- Fort Julien: Visit the 15th-century Mamluk fort where French soldiers discovered the Rosetta Stone in 1799, unlocking ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs.
- Tour Rosetta's Ottoman brick mansions with carved mashrabiya latticework.
- Private return transfer along the highway back to your hotel in Cairo.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 13: Secret Cairo Walking Tour & Street Food Tasting
- Cairo's Best-Kept Secrets: Step off the standard tourist trail into the vibrant medieval core of Cairo.
- Authentic Street Gastronomy: Savor authentic Egyptian culinary staples—including freshly pressed sugarcane juice, Koshary, Ta'ameya, Ful Mudammas, and artisanal pastries—at legendary neighborhood establishments.
- El Moez Street Walking Tour: Walk through the monumental stone gates of Bab El Fotouh and explore 1,000 years of Islamic architecture, quiet side alleys, hidden courtyard galleries, and historic madrasas.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 14: Day at Leisure in Cairo
- Enjoy a full day at your own pace to relax by your hotel pool, do last-minute shopping in Zamalek or Khan El Khalili, or schedule an optional excursion.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 15: Final Departure from Cairo
- Breakfast: Savor your final breakfast at the hotel.
- Airport Departure: Meet your private chauffeur and representative for a direct transfer to Cairo International Airport (CAI), with assistance through check-in and departure formalities.
Accommodation Options: 3 Tiers of Luxury
CategoryCairo Hotels (7 Nights)Luxor Hotels (2 Nights)5-Star Nile Cruise (4 Nights)Alexandria Hotel (1 Night)Tier A (Standard 5-Star)Steigenberger Pyramids, Le Méridien, Ramses Hilton, Barceló PyramidsSteigenberger Nile PalaceMS Emilio, MS Radamis, MS Princess, MS SaraHelnan Palestine / Steigenberger CecilTier B (Luxury 5-Star)Kempinski Nile, Fairmont Nile City, Conrad Cairo, Marriott ZamalekHilton Luxor, Sonesta St. GeorgeMS Amwaj, MS Nile Premium, Blue Shadow, Jaz JubileeFour Seasons Alexandria / Cecil LuxuryTier C (Ultra-Luxury / Palace)Marriott Mena House, Four Seasons Nile Plaza, Kempinski DeluxeSofitel Winter PalaceSanctuary Sun Boat, Oberoi Philae/Zahra, Sonesta CruisesFour Seasons San Stefano (Suite)
Complete Tour Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 7 Nights 5-Star Hotel Accommodation in Cairo (Bed & Breakfast basis)
- 1 Night 5-Star Hotel Accommodation in Alexandria (Bed & Breakfast basis)
- 2 Nights 5-Star Hotel Accommodation in Luxor (Bed & Breakfast basis)
- 4 Nights 5-Star Luxury Nile River Cruise (Full Board: breakfast, lunch, and dinner included)
- Domestic flight tickets: Cairo to Luxor & Aswan to Cairo (Economy class)
- 100% private door-to-door transportation in modern, air-conditioned executive vehicles
- Senior licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guides throughout all excursions
- All entrance tickets to scheduled attractions (including interior access to King Tutankhamun's tomb in Luxor)
- Full-day excursions to Abydos, Dendera, Alexandria, and Rosetta
- Camel ride across the Giza Plateau desert overlook
- Motorboat transfers to Philae Island, the Nubian Village, and the Rosetta estuary
- Guided food tasting walk through Old Cairo
- All airport meet-and-assist services with baggage handling
- Chilled bottled mineral water inside the vehicle throughout all road journeys
- All highway tolls, service charges, and local municipal taxes
Exclusions
- International flight tickets
- Entry visa to Egypt (Assistance and fast-track service available)
- Special interior tickets not specified (e.g., inside the burial chambers of the Great Pyramid or Nefertari's tomb)
- Drinks during cruise and hotel meals (billed on consumption)
- Optional excursions (Overland tour to Abu Simbel, Nile dinner cruise in Cairo)
- Discretionary tipping for guides, drivers, and cruise crew
Tour Add-ons & VIP Booking Notes
Executive Luxury Van Upgrade
Upgrade your ground transit across all cities to an executive luxury van featuring extra legroom, plush reclining leather captain chairs, dual-zone climate control, onboard Wi-Fi, and cold refreshments for maximum comfort during long drives.
Dining with a Sea View in Alexandria
Add a fresh Mediterranean seafood lunch at a renowned waterfront restaurant in Alexandria for $15 per person (advance booking recommended).
Domestic Flight Business Class Upgrade
Upgrade your domestic flights (Cairo–Luxor & Aswan–Cairo) to Business Class for an additional $50 per person per flight leg to enjoy priority boarding, extra baggage allowance, and lounge access.
Visa-on-Arrival Fast-Track Service
Avoid airport queues upon arrival in Egypt with our fast-track visa processing service for $35 per person. Travelers holding a valid US, UK, or Schengen visa qualify for visa-on-arrival processing through our airport representative.
Professional Vacation Photographer
Hire a dedicated studio photographer to accompany your party across the pyramids, temples, or desert plateaus to capture high-resolution portraits for $50 per day.
Travel Insurance Coverage (AIG Travel Guard)
Protect your journey with optional travel insurance coverage: $50 per person for trips extending beyond one week.
Child Policy
- 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (airline infant fees apply)
- 2 – 5.99 years: 25% of adult tour rate (50% if domestic flights are included)
- 6 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult tour rate
- 12+ years: Full adult rate
For custom departures, seasonal rate confirmations, or private VIP upgrades, contact us at: [email protected]
