Trip Information
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Air-conditioned vehicles, 4x4 safari vehicles, domestic flights, Nile cruise ship
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Hotels, oasis stays, desert camps, cruise ship
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Cairo International Airport
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Hurghada International Airport
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German- or English-speaking Egyptologist and tour guide
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German, English, Arabic
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6
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75
Trip Overview
This 22 day Grand Egypt Round Trip connects Egypt’s major cultural landmarks with Mediterranean coastal scenery, oasis landscapes, Western Desert adventures, a four-night Nile cruise and Red Sea leisure.
The trip starts in Cairo and ends in Hurghada, travelling through Giza, Marsa Matrouh, Siwa, Alexandria, Fayoum, Bahariya, the White Desert, Kharga, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan and Abu Simbel.
Comfort and Premium packages follow the same core route. Individual hotel and property names are not published; accommodation is presented by package level and overnight type.
Trip Highlights
- Explore the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
- Follow the Mediterranean route through Marsa Matrouh, Siwa Oasis and Alexandria.
- Discover Siwa’s Oracle Temple, Shali Fortress, salt landscapes and desert safari experiences.
- Visit Fayoum, Wadi El Rayan and Wadi El Hitan before continuing into the Western Desert.
- Explore Bahariya, the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain and the White Desert.
- Visit Kharga Oasis before continuing to Luxor and the Nile Valley.
- Enjoy a four-night Nile cruise with Luxor, Edfu and Kom Ombo sightseeing.
- Visit Aswan, Philae Temple, the High Dam and Abu Simbel.
- Fly from Aswan to Hurghada for Red Sea leisure and a desert safari experience.
- Enjoy Red Sea sailing with swimming, snorkeling and parasailing.
Detailed Trip Itinerary
A 22 day route from Cairo across the Mediterranean coast, Western Desert and Nile Valley to the Red Sea, ending in Hurghada.
Arrive at Cairo International Airport for Meet & Assist and transfer to the accommodation in Cairo/Giza.
A programme introduction and dinner are included before the first overnight in Cairo.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
After breakfast, visit the Giza Plateau, including the Pyramids and the Great Sphinx.
Lunch at a local restaurant is followed by a visit to Islamic Cairo, then dinner and overnight in Cairo.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum and continue the planned Cairo sightseeing programme.
The programme includes Salah El-Din Citadel before dinner and overnight in Cairo.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
After breakfast, travel by road from Cairo to Marsa Matrouh on the Mediterranean coast.
Enjoy free time in Matrouh before dinner and overnight.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Travel from Matrouh to Siwa Oasis and check in before lunch.
Visit the Oracle Temple, Shali Fortress, Salt Lake and Cleopatra Spring before your stay in an eco-lodge oasis in Siwa.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Experience the Siwa safari programme, followed by lunch.
In the evening, join the planned Siwa city tour before a second stay in an eco-lodge oasis in Siwa.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Transfer from Siwa to Alexandria.
Visit the Library of Alexandria and the Catacombs before dinner and overnight in Alexandria.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Explore Qaitbay Citadel, the Royal Jewelry Museum and the Graeco-Roman Museum.
Continue along the Corniche before dinner and a second overnight in Alexandria.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Travel from Alexandria to Fayoum and enjoy lunch on arrival.
Visit Wadi El Rayan, Qarun Palace and Lake Qarun before dinner and overnight in Fayoum.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Visit Wadi El Hitan before continuing through the Western Desert to Bahariya Oasis.
Explore the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain before dinner and overnight in Bahariya.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Continue into the White Desert and explore its distinctive natural formations.
Experience Bedouin hospitality, dinner and overnight at a desert camp.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Travel from the White Desert toward Kharga Oasis.
Visit the Al-Muzawwaqa archaeological site before dinner and overnight in the oasis.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Transfer from Kharga to Luxor and begin the four-night Nile cruise programme.
Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple before overnight on the Nile cruise.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Visit the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple on Luxor’s West Bank.
Continue the Nile cruise programme and overnight on board.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Continue the Nile cruise sailing programme toward Edfu.
Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu before overnight on the Nile cruise.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Continue the Nile cruise sailing programme to Kom Ombo.
Visit Kom Ombo Temple and the Crocodile Temple before overnight on board.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Arrive in Aswan and visit Philae Temple and the High Dam, followed by a felucca ride.
Continue to Abu Simbel for overnight. The source programme identifies the Sound & Light Show and sunrise visit as Premium experience elements.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Transfer from Abu Simbel to Aswan Airport and take the domestic flight to Hurghada.
Meet & Assist on arrival, transfer to the accommodation and enjoy free time for the Red Sea resort facilities.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Explore sand dunes on an off-road desert experience with sunset photography.
Visit a Bedouin village, enjoy traditional tea, a BBQ dinner, folklore entertainment and stargazing before overnight in Hurghada.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Enjoy a free day at the accommodation with time to use the resort facilities.
Relax and enjoy the Red Sea atmosphere before dinner and overnight in Hurghada.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
Transfer to the marina and board the sailing yacht for a full-day Red Sea excursion.
The programme includes swimming, snorkeling, parasailing and sunset sailing before returning for overnight in Hurghada.
Die Übernachtungsart richtet sich nach dem Reiseverlauf und dem gewählten Paket.
After breakfast, transfer from the accommodation to Hurghada International Airport.
Departure assistance is provided at the airport, and there is no overnight on the departure day.
Included & Excluded Services
Included
- Accommodation according to the selected Comfort or Premium package; individual hotel and property names are not published.
- Meals as explicitly listed in the day-by-day itinerary.
- Airport Meet & Assist and the airport and intercity transfers stated in the itinerary.
- Air-conditioned road transportation and 4x4 desert vehicles where required.
- Domestic flight from Aswan to Hurghada.
- German- or English-speaking professional Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees for the sightseeing visits specifically listed in the programme.
- Four-night Nile cruise as stated in the itinerary.
- Desert safari and Bedouin camp experience.
- Red Sea boat and sailing excursion as specified in the programme.
- International flights.
- Egypt entry visa.
- Travel insurance.
- Taxes and tips as stated in the source programme.
Not Included
- Personal expenses.
- Any service not explicitly listed under Included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Travel Itinerary & Organization
The trip lasts 22 days and 21 nights. It begins in Cairo and ends in Hurghada, covering the Mediterranean coast, Western Desert, Nile Valley and Red Sea.
The route travels from Cairo through Marsa Matrouh, Siwa, Alexandria, Fayoum, Bahariya, the White Desert and Kharga, then continues through Luxor, the Nile cruise, Aswan and Abu Simbel before ending in Hurghada.
The trip is rated Moderate for both fitness and difficulty because it combines a long itinerary with archaeological sites, walking, desert activities, transfers and uneven terrain.
Sights & Experiences
The programme combines Cairo and Giza, Mediterranean coast and oasis visits, Western Desert experiences, a four-night Nile cruise, Abu Simbel and Red Sea activities in Hurghada.
Yes. The itinerary includes desert safari and Bedouin experiences as well as Red Sea sailing, swimming, snorkeling and parasailing.
Accommodation & Meals
The programme uses hotels, oasis stays, desert camps and four nights on a Nile cruise according to the selected Comfort or Premium package. Individual property names are not published.
Day 1 includes dinner, Days 2–21 include breakfast, lunch and dinner, and Day 22 includes breakfast.
Services & Travel Planning
The programme includes the stated accommodation and meals, transfers and transportation, guiding, entrance fees, Nile cruise, desert safari, Red Sea sailing, international flights, the domestic flight to Hurghada, entry visa, travel insurance, taxes and tips.
Personal expenses and any service not explicitly listed under Included are not included.
Tour Guide & Transport
Guiding is available in German or English with a professional Egyptologist guide.
Transportation includes air-conditioned road vehicles, 4x4 desert vehicles, a four-night Nile cruise and a domestic flight from Aswan to Hurghada.
Travel Time & Climate
The recommended operating period is October to April. Desert, safari, cruise and outdoor activities remain subject to local weather and operating conditions.
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