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Arrival in Cairo
Arrival at Cairo Airport, a personal welcome, then a private transfer to your hotel. Check-in and overnight in Cairo.
11-Day Egypt Tour – Cairo, Nile Cruise & Bahariya Oasis
This 11 day Egypt tour – Cairo, a Nile cruise and Bahariya Oasis is a round trip that combines sightseeing in the Egyptian capital, a cruise on the Nile and the discovery of the Bahariya desert oasis. The programme therefore covers three different faces of Egypt: the history and culture of Cairo, the landscapes of the Nile Valley and the unique setting of an oasis in the Western Desert. Explore the detailed 11-day plan, accommodation and price below.
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Key Facts About Your 11 Day Egypt Tour:
Duration |
11 days |
Tour type |
Private and tailor-made |
Availability |
Daily |
Highlights of the 11 Day Egypt Tour
- The Giza Pyramids
Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure – the only surviving wonder of the ancient world (c. 2600–2500 BC)
- The Sphinx and the Valley Temple
The famous lion-bodied guardian of the Giza plateau, plus the oldest surviving valley temple in the world
- The Step Pyramid at Saqqara
Humanity’s oldest stone pyramid – the funerary complex of Djoser (c. 2700 BC) covering 16 hectares
- The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
The world’s most modern archaeological museum, with the complete Tutankhamun collection
- Saladin Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque
Medieval Islamic military architecture
- Al-Muizz Street
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and Cairo’s magnificent medieval street
- Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
The oriental heart of Cairo since the 14th century
- The Hanging Church and Coptic Cairo
Egypt’s oldest Christian quarter
- The Karnak Complex
The largest religious complex in human history (247 hectares) – built over more than 2,000 years
- Luxor Temple
A New Kingdom monument (c. 1550–1077 BC) on the East Bank of the Nile – the site of royal coronations
- Edfu: the Temple of Horus
Egypt’s best-preserved temple – construction began in 237 BC under Ptolemy III and ended in 57 BC
- Bahariya Oasis
Hot springs, the Valley of the Golden Mummies and the Temple of Alexander
- The White Desert
Astonishing limestone formations in a national park, plus a night under the stars
11 days travelling through Egypt
Itinerary – 11 Day Egypt Tour with Bahariya Oasis
Discover Cairo, the Giza Pyramids, Bahariya Oasis, the White Desert, Luxor, Aswan and Abu Simbel on a private and varied journey through Egypt.
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Day 2
The Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo
A visit to the Egyptian Museum, then the historic old town of Cairo with Khan el-Khalili bazaar and the famous Al-Muizz Street. Overnight at your hotel in Cairo.
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Day 3
The Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx and Saqqara
A visit to the famous Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx. Then a drive to Saqqara to see the historic Step Pyramid. Overnight at your hotel in Cairo.
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Day 4
Bahariya Oasis and a Desert Camp
A drive from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis. Visits to Gebel al-Marsus and Crystal Mountain. In the evening, you enjoy an authentic camp under a starry sky.
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Day 5
The White Desert and the English Mountain
Discover the extraordinary landscapes of the White Desert and visit the English Mountain. Then the return to Cairo and overnight at your hotel.
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Day 6
Flight to Luxor and the Start of the Nile Cruise
A transfer to the airport and a flight to Luxor. On arrival, you visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Then embarkation on your cruise ship.
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Day 7
The Valley of the Kings and the West Bank of Luxor
A visit to the Valley of the Kings, the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Then back to the ship for the night on board.
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Day 8
The Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo
A visit to the superbly preserved temple at Edfu, then the remarkable double temple at Kom Ombo. Cruising on the Nile and overnight on board.
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Day 9
Aswan: Philae Temple, the High Dam and the Obelisk
A visit to Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk. Then back to the ship for the night on board.
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Day 10
Abu Simbel and the Flight Back to Cairo
An early-morning departure to the monumental temples of Abu Simbel. Then a transfer to Aswan Airport and a flight to Cairo. Overnight at your hotel.
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Day 11
Islamic and Coptic Cairo
A visit to Saladin Citadel, the Alabaster Mosque, Coptic Cairo and the Hanging Church. Finally, a private transfer to Cairo Airport.
Day-by-Day Itinerary: 11 Day Egypt Tour
This 11 day Egypt tour is above all about magnificent Giza, with the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the last surviving wonder of the ancient world. You also discover the Islamic monuments of Cairo and Graeco-Roman treasures. Next, you sail the Nile on a 5* ship, exploring the temples of Karnak, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and Abu Simbel. Browse more Egypt tour packages and Nile cruises.
The White Desert (Sahara el-Beida), north of Qasr al-Farafra, is one of Egypt’s most impressive natural wonders. Chalk-white limestone formations shaped like mushrooms, tables and arches rise from the desert floor. In the midday sun they shine a dazzling white, while at sunset they take on a deep golden colour. At night they glow under the starry sky, making it a truly unforgettable experience.
Day 1 – Welcome to Cairo
An experienced English-speaking Egyptologist guide welcomes you at Cairo International Airport with a sign bearing your name. You are then driven to your hotel in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle, with welcome drinks on board. After check-in, your guide goes through the route and pick-up times with you. You then have a free evening before your overnight stay.
Day 2 – The Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo and Khan el-Khalili
The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square: opened in 1902, this museum displays more than 150,000 artefacts of ancient Egypt across two floors, including the famous golden treasures of Tutankhamun. It is therefore one of the most important museums in the world.
Lunch at a local restaurant is included.
Islamic Cairo: the Khan el-Khalili souk and Al-Muizz Street. In the bustling heart of the old city, you get to know the real Cairo: Arab culture, medieval architecture, spice stalls and the lively everyday life of Egyptians. Al-Muizz Street is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 3 – The Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx and Saqqara
The Giza Pyramids, on the edge of Cairo, are the three great monuments of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure. They are the last surviving wonder of the ancient world and probably the most famous buildings of humankind. Your Egyptologist also tells you about the methods used to build them.
Next, lunch is planned at a restaurant.
At Saqqara, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, from around 2650 BC, marks the beginning of stone pyramid building. This monument stands at the centre of a huge 16-hectare funerary complex with temples, chapels and tombs. The whole site is surrounded by a limestone wall more than 10 metres high.
Day 4 – Bahariya Oasis, Crystal Mountain and a Desert Camp
Departure at about 6:00 am in a private 4×4 vehicle. Bahariya Oasis, about 370 km south-west of Cairo, is one of the most important oases of the Libyan Desert. It is home to the Valley of the Golden Mummies and the Temple of Alexander the Great. In addition, Crystal Mountain sparkles in the sun like a natural diamond.
You then spend the night at a camp in the White Desert, with full board. Sleeping under a starry sky is an unforgettable experience.
Day 5 – The White Desert, the English Mountain and the Return to Cairo
The White Desert (Sahara el-Beida) stretches for 20 kilometres and forms an impressive collection of limestone formations with surreal shapes. Imagine mushrooms, arches and tables in dazzling white, sculpted over thousands of years by wind and changing temperatures. As a result, it is probably one of the most photographed places in Egypt.
Back in Cairo, your guide presents the programme for the following day. Then overnight at your hotel.
Day 6 – Flight to Luxor, Karnak and Embarkation
A transfer to Cairo Airport for the domestic flight to Luxor. On arrival, an English-speaking Egyptologist guide welcomes you.
The Karnak temple complex covers 247 hectares and was built over more than 2,000 years. It includes pylons, obelisks, chapels and sanctuaries of the Theban gods. Above all, its hypostyle hall with 134 columns is among the most remarkable architectural achievements of antiquity.
Luxor Temple, on the East Bank of the Nile, was the site of royal coronations and religious festivals. Moreover, the recently uncovered Avenue of Sphinxes now links the two sites.
You then board your 5* Nile cruise ship, where lunch is served on board.
Day 7 – The Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon
The Valley of the Kings (western Thebes): here lie more than 63 burial chambers of New Kingdom pharaohs (16th–11th century BC), decorated with hieroglyphs and paintings that reveal thousand-year-old secrets. It was also here that the legendary tomb of Tutankhamun was discovered in 1922.
The Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir el-Bahari): this multi-terraced temple, dedicated to Egypt’s only female pharaoh, blends harmoniously into the limestone cliffs of the Theban hills.
The Colossi of Memnon: two seated statues, 18 metres high, depict Amenhotep III. They make an ideal photo stop.
Lunch on board. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
Day 8 – The Temple of Edfu and the Temple of Kom Ombo
The Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, is the best-preserved temple in Egypt. Construction began in 237 BC under Ptolemy III. It has also survived intact, including its pylons, courtyard and sanctuary.
Located 40 km north of Aswan, the Temple of Kom Ombo is a unique double temple from the Ptolemaic and Roman period, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. It also houses the fascinating Crocodile Museum.
Lunch is served on board. In the afternoon, tea is served on deck. Dinner and overnight are on the ship as well.
Day 9 – Aswan: Philae Temple, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk
The Aswan High Dam was built between 1960 and 1968 and then opened in 1971. It holds back the waters of the vast Lake Nasser and generates electricity for the whole of Egypt.
Philae Temple, on the other hand, was saved stone by stone in a UNESCO campaign between 1972 and 1980. This temple of Isis now stands on Agilkia Island.
The Unfinished Obelisk, a granite block almost 42 metres long and weighing 1,168 tonnes, still lies in the bedrock. It is a fascinating testimony to the ancient art of stoneworking.
Day 10 – Abu Simbel and the Flight to Cairo
An early-morning departure at about 3:00 for Abu Simbel, a drive of about 3 hours. The monumental rock temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari on Lake Nasser are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and among the most remarkable places in the world. Twice a year, on 22 February and 22 October, sunlight reaches the heart of the sanctuary, an astronomical achievement 3,300 years old.
Then a transfer to Aswan Airport and a domestic flight to Cairo. There, your guide welcomes you, followed by an overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 11 – The Citadel, Coptic Cairo and Departure
Saladin Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque: Saladin built this fortress on the Mokattam Hills in the 12th century. It combines military, residential and religious architecture in a remarkable way.
Coptic Cairo and the Hanging Church: this is also the oldest Christian quarter of Cairo.
Finally, a transfer to Cairo Airport. This is how your unforgettable 11 day Egypt tour comes to an end.
Price: 11 Day Egypt Tour
Travellers |
Vehicle |
Price per adult |
|---|---|---|
| 2 people | Private car | 3100 € pp |
| 3–4 people | Private minibus | 2750 € pp |
| 5–6 people | Private minibus | 2430 € pp |
More than 8 travellers? No problem!
Get in touch and we will prepare a tailor-made offer for your group!
Included
- Welcome and assistance on arrival and departure
- Certified English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan
- 3 nights at a hotel in Cairo with breakfast and pyramid views
- 4 nights on a 5* Nile cruise ship with full board
- Domestic flights
- 4×4 jeep for the desert excursion
- 1 night camping in the White Desert with full board
- Camping equipment
- All sightseeing listed in the programme
- Entrance tickets to all the sites listed
- All meals, except dinners at the hotel
- Service charges and taxes
Not Included
- Personal expenses and tips
- Entry inside the pyramids
- Entry to Tutankhamun’s tomb in the Valley of the Kings
- All additional optional excursions
- Dinners at the hotels in Cairo
- Drinks at restaurants and hotels
- International flights
Payment
Cash payment on pick-up (not available for pick-ups from Safaga port).
💶Euro
💵US dollar
🇨🇭Swiss franc
🇪🇬Egyptian pound (EGP)
Taxes and insurance included