Embark on a 12-day family expedition from Cairo to Hurghada, an unforgettable journey in Egypt for your next holiday. Start the day with a neglected treasure among Egypt family tours, a visit to the Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx; then sail on the Nile while bathing in those magical sunsets. Continue to Luxor for a day excursion of fascinations to Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings, and onwards to Aswan to uncover its topside wonders. Conclude your tour by indulging in Red Sea time in Hurghada, making this Egypt Travel Package one of history, culture, and fun-filled Hurghada day tours.
We will greet you at the airport in Cairo and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to settle into your hotel and relax after your journey.
Overnight: in Cairo hotel.
We start today’s tour with a bang, with a visit to the immense Giza Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza. We also include a camel ride at the pyramids, fun for all the family, and a great photo opportunity as well.
We then head into the center of town and visit the Egyptian Museum with its collection of mummies and, of course, the familiar and famous Tutankhamun exhibit with the original golden mask on display.
This evening, take the overnight sleeper train to Aswan.
Overnight: Onboard train | Meals: Breakfast and Dinner.
The River Nile is at its most picturesque here in Aswan, and we take advantage of this with a tour of the beautiful island Temple of Philae by boat.
During term times, we will also visit a local school where we arrange fun and informal joint English/Arabic language class with children of a similar age to your group. A Nubian meal is also included today.
Overnight: Aswan Hotel | Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
There is the option very early this morning for a tour of the temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel, which have a fascinating story as they were completely dismantled and rebuilt piece by piece to escape the rising waters of Lake Nasser (optional).
If you do not do Abu Simbel, the morning is free to explore Aswan’s busy and exotic bazaar or relax in the hotel before we board our Felucca sailboat for 1-hour sailing on the Nile.
Overnight: Aswan Hotel | Meals: Breakfast and Dinner.
After breakfast, we drive to Luxor, where we check into our hotel by the Nile. The rest of the afternoon is free.
Overnight: Luxor hotel | Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
There is the option today of a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the west bank of the Nile (optional).
Today’s tour takes in the West bank of the Nile, visiting the Pharaonic tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the unique Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, where we learn about her fascinating story.
The afternoon is free to relax in the hotel, explore Luxor town, take another felucca trip on the Nile to Banana Island, or perhaps visit the Mummification Museum.
Overnight: Luxor hotel | Meals: Breakfast.
We tour one of Egypt’s biggest and most impressive sites today, Karnak Temple, with its huge temples, obelisks, statues, and columned halls.
In the afternoon, we drive through the hills and down to the Red Sea and our beach resort in Hurghada (on half board basis). Options are available to upgrade to all-inclusive or to change the resort to a higher level or different style.
Overnight: Hurghada Resort | Meals: Breakfast and Dinner.
These three days are free to relax in and around the hotel pool and beach or to try some watersports or other activities. There is a huge amount available in and around Hurghada, including snorkeling and scuba diving, water sports and fun parks, and camel rides, and the old town and marina in Hurghada are worth a visit.
Overnight: Hurghada resort | Meals: Breakfast and Dinner.
Today and tomorrow, you will have more free time for relaxation or the opportunity to partake in the many activities available through your local rep.
Overnight: Hurghada resort | Meals: Breakfast and Dinner.
Today is your last opportunity to dive into the Red Sea and/or join us for some optional activities before flying back to Cairo tomorrow.
Overnight: Hurghada Resort | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner.
We take a morning flight with Egypt Air back to Cairo and then have a short tour to explore the mosque and museum at the Saladin Citadel overlooking the city, wander around, and possibly do some haggling and souvenir shopping in the busy Khan-el-Khalili Bazaar.
We will visit a traditional local Koshari shop for a snack lunch. In the evening, we will include a farewell dinner to say goodbye to your Egyptologist guide and fellow travelers.
Overnight: Cairo hotel | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
The tour ends today, and your time is free until we transfer you to the airport for your flight home.
Meals: Breakfast.
A child traveling with two accompanying adults will pay the following:
Notes: Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 Child sharing a parent's room). If 2 children, they will stay in another room connected or next to the parents' room.
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The essential travel documents usually include a valid passport, visas (if required), airline tickets, hotel reservations, travel insurance, and any necessary identification cards. It's always a good idea to make copies of these documents and store them separately as a backup.
Egypt is famous for its ancient historical sites. Some of the must-visit attractions include the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Abu Simbel, and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
The best time to visit Egypt is during the cooler months of October to April when temperatures are more comfortable for exploring the historical sites. However, if you're interested in diving in the Red Sea, the summer months offer warm waters and excellent visibility.
When visiting religious sites such as mosques or temples, it's important to dress modestly out of respect. Both men and women should have their shoulders and knees covered. It's also advisable for women to carry a scarf to cover their hair if needed.
The best months to enjoy the Middle East tours are generally April and May, or October and November, however this can vary depending on where you're traveling and what you want to do. Temperatures are normally pleasant rather than extremely hot during certain hours, though crowds may be strong at some attractions.
The most prevalent mode of transportation is by bus. In the absence of this, you'll typically find shared taxis or tourist buses running routes to major sights (such as Petra in Jordan). While flying is the shortest way to travel between Middle Eastern destinations.
If you wish to take a big tour of the Middle East, you should plan at least a 10-day itinerary of Middle East Packages to allow ample time in each country. You may also need to allow extra time to go from one location to another due to security and border crossings between countries.