14 Day Cairo, Alexandria, Hurghada, Nile Cruise, Balloon and Abu Simbel
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Embark on the ultimate 14-day Egyptian journey, designed to showcase the full richness of Egypt's ancient heritage, coastal beauty, and vibrant modern culture. Begin your adventure in Cairo exploring the legendary Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, the Grand Egyptian Museum, and the bustling streets of Old Cairo. Take a scenic coastal drive to Alexandria to discover Mediterranean history, then fly to the Red Sea resort of Hurghada for relaxation and seaside activities. Journey on to Luxor to board a Nile River Cruise, highlighted by a magical sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Valley of the Kings. Sail down the Nile visiting timeless temples at Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan, and stand in awe before the majestic rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel before returning to Cairo to wrap up an unforgettable voyage.
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Day 1
Arrival in Cairo
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and assisted by our representative through airport formalities. Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo for check-in and overnight stay.
- Included Activities: Private airport arrival transfer.
- Included Meals: None.
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Day 2
Pyramids of Giza & Saqqara
After breakfast, meet your guide to explore the Giza Pyramids (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure) and the Great Sphinx. After enjoying lunch at a local restaurant, proceed to Saqqara to visit the Step Pyramid of King Djoser. Transfer back to your hotel in Cairo for overnight stay.
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Included Activities: Private guided tour of Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Saqqara.
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Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
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Day 3
Grand Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Khan El-Khalili
Meet your guide following breakfast to tour the Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza Pyramids, housing thousands of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before visiting the Citadel of Saladin and taking a walking tour through the historic Khan El-Khalili Bazaar. Return to your hotel in Cairo.
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Included Activities: Private guided tour of Grand Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, and Khan El-Khalili Bazaar.
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Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
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Day 4
Day Trip to Alexandria from Cairo
In the early morning, depart Cairo by private air-conditioned vehicle for a full-day tour of Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast. Visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, the Library of Alexandria, and the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Cairo for overnight stay.
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Included Activities: Private day trip to Alexandria with visits to Citadel of Qaitbay, Alexandria Library, and Catacombs.
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Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
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Day 5
Fly Cairo to Hurghada
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After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your domestic flight to Hurghada. Upon arrival, transfer to your seaside resort, check in, and enjoy free time along the Red Sea.
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Included Activities: Airport transfers in Cairo and Hurghada, domestic flight to Hurghada.
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Included Meals: Breakfast.
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Day 6
Hurghada Leisure Day
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Enjoy a day at leisure on the beach in Hurghada. Optional excursions such as boat trips and snorkeling at Giftun Island National Park are available upon request.
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Included Activities: Free day at leisure.
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Included Meals: Breakfast.
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Day 7
Hurghada Leisure Day
Spend another day relaxing at your resort in Hurghada. Optional afternoon desert 4x4 Land Cruiser safaris to a Bedouin village are available upon request.
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Included Activities: Free day at leisure.
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Included Meals: Breakfast.
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Day 8
Transfer Hurghada to Luxor
Check out after breakfast and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle from Hurghada to your hotel in Luxor. Check in and enjoy free time in Luxor.
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Included Activities: Private ground transfer from Hurghada to Luxor.
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Included Meals: Breakfast.
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Day 9
Hot Air Balloon, West Bank & Board Nile Cruise
Early morning pickup for a Hot Air Balloon flight over Luxor's West Bank at sunrise. Continue with a guided tour of the West Bank visiting the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Transfer to your Nile Cruise vessel for check-in, lunch, and dinner onboard.
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Included Activities: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon ride, private guided tour of Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.
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Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 10
East Bank Temples & Sailing to Edfu
Enjoy breakfast onboard before touring Luxor's East Bank, visiting Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Return to the cruise ship as it sets sail toward Edfu via the Esna Lock. Dinner and overnight stay onboard.
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Included Activities: Private guided tour of Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, scenic Nile cruising.
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Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 11
Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples | Cruise to Aswan
Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu after breakfast. Return onboard and sail to Kom Ombo to visit the dual Temple of Kom Ombo dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Continue sailing to Aswan with dinner onboard.
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Included Activities: Private guided visits to Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple.
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Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 12
Aswan Highlights & Philae Temple
After breakfast onboard, visit Aswan’s top attractions including Philae Temple on Agilika Island, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Return to the cruise ship for lunch, dinner, and overnight stay in Aswan.
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Included Activities: Private guided tour of Philae Temple, High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk.
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Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 13
Disembark Cruise, Abu Simbel Excursion & Fly to Cairo
Disembark from the cruise after breakfast and embark on a private land excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. Afterward, transfer to Aswan Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, transfer to your hotel.
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Included Activities: Private excursion to Abu Simbel Temples, airport transfers in Aswan and Cairo, domestic flight to Cairo.
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Included Meals: Breakfast.
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Day 14
Final Departure from Cairo
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before checking out. Meet our representative for a private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your final departure flight.
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Included Activities: Private airport departure transfer.
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Included Meals: Breakfast.
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Why book with Journey To Egypt?
Included
- Domestic flight tickets (Cairo to Hurghada & Aswan to Cairo).
- 5 nights hotel accommodation in Cairo.
- 3 nights resort accommodation in Hurghada.
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Luxor.
- 4 nights onboard a 5-Star Deluxe Nile Cruise ship.
- Sunrise Hot Air Balloon flight in Luxor.
- Private day excursion to Alexandria by car.
- Private excursion to Abu Simbel Temples by car.
- All transfers and sightseeing tours in private air-conditioned vehicles.
- Private certified English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees to all mentioned historical sites and monuments.
- Meals as listed in the daily itinerary.
Excluded
- International flights and Egypt entry visa.
- Optional tours and excursions (e.g., Giftun Island snorkeling, Bedouin safari, Karnak Sound & Light show).
- Personal expenses and beverages.
- Gratuities: Tipping for cruise crew, tour guide, and drivers.
Standard Accommodations
| Occupancy type | Price per person | Notes |
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| Double Occupancy | $4,650 | - |
| Single Occupancy | $6,200 | - |
Deluxe Accommodations
| Occupancy type | Price per person | Notes |
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| Double Occupancy | $6,000 | - |
| Single Occupancy | $8,000 | - |
Ultra Deluxe Accommodations
| Occupancy type | Price per person | Notes |
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| Double Occupancy | $8,700 | - |
| Single Occupancy | $11,500 | - |
Luxury Accommodations
| Occupancy type | Price per person | Notes |
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| Double Occupancy | $10,000 | - |
| Single Occupancy | $13,100 | - |
Location & Meeting Point
Cairo International Airport (CAI), Cairo, Egypt.