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Embark on an unforgettable Meditation 11-day journey through the heart of ancient and modern Egypt, where timeless wonders and rich culture await at every turn. Begin in Cairo, where the majestic Pyramids of Giza, the enigmatic Sphinx, and the treasures of GEM set the stage for your adventure. Fly south to the serene city of Aswan and cruise along the legendary Nile River, visiting iconic temples in Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor. Explore sacred sites like Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, then uncover hidden gems in Dendera and Abydos. Return to Cairo for leisure time or optional excursions to Alexandria or Islamic and Coptic Cairo. With expert-guided tours, luxury accommodations, and immersive cultural experiences, this itinerary offers a deep and rewarding exploration of Egypt’s past and present.
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Upon landing at Cairo International Airport, you'll be greeted warmly by our local representative holding a personalized sign. They’ll assist you through visa procedures and baggage collection, ensuring a smooth arrival experience. Then, relax in a private, air-conditioned vehicle as you're transferred to your hotel.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
After breakfast at your hotel, embark on a magical journey to the Giza Plateau, home to the legendary Pyramids of Giza. Gaze upon the monumental Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu), the largest of them all, and feel the ancient energy radiating from within.
Your tour includes entry inside this great pyramid—an experience that few forget. Continue to the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure and stand in awe before the Great Sphinx, the mysterious guardian of the plateau.
Next, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the GEM Museum in Cairo, where over 120,000 ancient artifacts await, including treasures from King Tutankhamun’s tomb. Your Egyptologist guide will bring history to life before giving you time to explore at your own pace.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy breakfast before transferring to Cairo Airport for a short domestic flight to Aswan, a serene city along the Nile. Upon arrival, visit the Temple of Philae, devoted to the goddess Isis. Located on a picturesque island, this sanctuary is rich in divine feminine energy and ancient myths.
Then, unwind with a peaceful felucca sailboat ride around Elephantine Island, soaking in Aswan’s calm energy and timeless beauty. Later, board your luxurious Nile Cruise and prepare for a unique journey through Upper Egypt.
Overnight: On board Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early risers can take an optional excursion to the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples (extra cost), carved from the mountainside by Ramses II.
After breakfast, sail north to Kom Ombo, where you’ll visit the rare double temple dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris (Horus the Elder). Admire its symmetrical design and discover the fascinating tales behind its walls.
The journey continues to Edfu. Relax on board as your floating hotel sails gently along the Nile.
Overnight: On board Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, take a charming horse-drawn carriage ride through Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus, one of the most remarkably preserved temples in Egypt. Built during the Ptolemaic period, it still stands strong with its towering columns and rich carvings.
Return to the cruise and sail onward to Luxor, often referred to as the world’s greatest open-air museum.
Overnight: On board Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, disembark from the cruise and begin your day with a visit to the majestic Karnak Temple Complex. Walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes, admire the massive Hypostyle Hall with 134 towering columns, and feel the spiritual energy at the Sekhmet Sanctuary. Visit the Sacred Lake, once used for purification rituals.
Next, explore the elegant Luxor Temple, once connected to Karnak by the Sphinx Avenue. Learn about its fascinating history, including inscriptions left by Alexander the Great. One of its twin obelisks still stands today in the Place de la Concorde in Paris.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading to your hotel.
Overnight: Hotel in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Following breakfast, venture to the West Bank of Luxor. Begin at the Valley of the Kings, where Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in elaborately decorated tombs, including that of Tutankhamun. Then visit the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, dramatically set against towering cliffs.
On the way back, stop to see the towering Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues that have stood for millennia. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Return to your hotel to rest.
Overnight: Hotel in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, set off on a full-day journey to two of Egypt’s most sacred temples. Start with Dendera, home to the Temple of Hathor, goddess of joy and love. Admire the vibrant astronomical ceiling and beautiful columns adorned with Hathor’s face.
Continue to Abydos, the spiritual heart of ancient Egypt. Visit the Temple of Seti I, a masterpiece of New Kingdom architecture and a center for the cult of Osiris, god of the afterlife. These two sites, rich in symbolism and mysticism, provide deep insight into the spiritual beliefs of ancient Egyptians.
Return to Luxor in the evening.
Overnight: Hotel in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before transferring to Luxor Airport for your return flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel for a final stay in the vibrant capital.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy a free day to relax or explore at your own pace. Optional excursions are available, including:
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, at the scheduled time, you’ll be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your return flight home, carrying unforgettable memories of Egypt’s wonders.
Meals: Breakfast
The cost of touring Egypt depends on the type of experience you want. Budget travelers can spend as little as $50 to $100 per day, while luxury tours may range between $200 and $400 daily. At Egy Vacations, we offer customized packages, starting from affordable group tours to exclusive private adventures
Yes, Egypt is safe to visit! The government prioritizes the safety of tourists, and popular areas such as Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the Red Sea resorts are secure and welcoming. With Egy Vacations, we ensure a smooth and worry-free experience from the moment you arrive.
For a comprehensive experience, 7 to 10 days is ideal. This allows you to explore Cairo, the Pyramids, Luxor, and Aswan, and even enjoy some relaxation by the Red Sea. Shorter itineraries of 3–5 days can also cover key highlights, perfect for travelers with limited time.
The best time to visit Egypt is during the cooler months, from October to April. This period offers pleasant weather, perfect for sightseeing at the Pyramids and the ancient temples of Upper Egypt.
Absolutely. Female tourists will find Egypt to be safe, especially if they respect local customs and dress modestly in more conservative areas. Joining guided tours like those offered by Egy Vacations adds an extra layer of safety and convenience.
Egypt is generally affordable, especially compared to many other popular tourist destinations. While luxury experiences and accommodations can be costly, local food, transportation, and sightseeing are budget-friendly. At Egy Vacations, we aim to deliver unforgettable experiences within your budget.
We are not a marketplace reselling someone else's tours. The consultant who plans your itinerary is the same person who answers when you message from Luxor at midnight.
Registered with the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism, licence no. 1995 — a number you can check before you pay anyone anything.
Licensed Egyptologists lead every excursion, named in your confirmation, working for us rather than for a subcontractor.
No group fillers and no shopping stops. Your party, your pace, and a day that can be rewritten the night before.
Entrance fees, transfers, taxes and internal flights sit inside the quote. Nothing is added at the temple gate.
A full day-by-day itinerary costs you nothing, and a 30% deposit is the first money that changes hands.
One number, answered in Egypt, for the whole trip — not a call centre in another time zone.
Every quote is a real one, posted under the traveller's own name.
They helped me plan my day and arranged for an Egyptologist and driver to take me to all these places.
Thanks to well organised sightseeing and tour guide Ahmed who was professional and pleasant.
We trusted EgyVacations for our trip to Egypt… They made our trip anxiety free, they solve every problem from our arrival to the airport till our departure.
You talk to a travel consultant, they build your trip, and you only confirm when the itinerary is right.
Your travel month, group size and what you'd like to see. Two minutes on the form, or a message on WhatsApp.
A consultant writes your day-by-day plan with hotels, guides and transfers, priced in your currency. Free, and yours to keep.
Adjust it as many times as you like. Nothing is booked and nothing is charged until you say the itinerary is right.
You're met at the airport, and your consultant stays reachable 24/7 for the whole trip — the same person, not a call centre.
Pick a question on the left. We answer it the way we would answer it on the phone — with the numbers, and with what we would actually do.
The comfortable half of the year runs October to April: 20–28 °C in Luxor and Aswan, which is what open-deck sailing and three hours inside a temple actually require.
Our tip
Book three to four months out for November to February. For a dahabiya, make it four — they carry twelve people and the good cabins go first.
Most nationalities — US, UK, EU, Australian and Canadian included — get a 30-day tourist visa on arrival, or online as an e-Visa before they fly.
Our tip
Carry the $25 in cash. The visa window at Cairo takes dollars and gives change in Egyptian pounds, and the card machine is not always working.
Hotels, cruisers and restaurants take Visa and Mastercard. Markets, tips and small cafés are cash. We quote in US dollars and can invoice in EUR, GBP or AUD.
Our tip
Change a little at the airport and the rest at your hotel. Street exchange offices quote well and pay badly.
Light cotton for the days, one layer for the evenings, and shoes you can walk a temple in. Everything else you can buy here for less than you paid at home.
Our tip
Leave room in the case. Cotton, spices and a hand-made galabeya cost a fraction of the airport price in Khan El Khalili, and your guide will tell you the real one.
Cairo to Luxor is an hour by air and ten by road, so almost every itinerary flies it. Between Luxor and Aswan the river is the road, and your room moves with you.
Our tip
Sail Luxor to Aswan rather than the reverse if you can choose. You go upstream against the current, which means slower, longer afternoons on deck.