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12 Days Meditation Tour Package with Dahabiya
About 12 Days Meditation Tour Package with Dahabiya
This 12-day itinerary has been carefully designed for travelers seeking a balance of discovery and tranquility while exploring Egypt’s most iconic landmarks. Beginning in Cairo, you’ll enjoy a serene predawn visit to the Great Sphinx followed by unhurried tours of Saqqara, Old Cairo, and the Egyptian Civilization Museum. The journey continues to Luxor, where you’ll explore majestic temples and ancient necropolises at a relaxed pace, with plenty of free time to unwind. The highlight is a luxurious 5-day Dahabiya Nile cruise, offering a slow, intimate way to sail the river. Moor on quiet islands, enjoy meals under the stars, and take in the peaceful landscapes of Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Nubian villages. Exclusive private visits, such as a sunrise experience at Philae Temple and an evening entry into the Great Pyramid, add a spiritual touch. Throughout the trip, you’ll have time to rejuvenate while fully embracing Egypt’s timeless charm.
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🏨✨ Pricing (September to April)
- Below prices not applicable during Christmas, New Year, or Easter
| Room Type | 4★ Hotel + Standard Dahabiya | 5★ Hotel + Deluxe Dahabiya |
|---|---|---|
| 👤 Double Room | $3340 Per Person | $3650 Per Person |
| 🚶 Single Room | $4900 | $5320 |
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Day by day
01 Day 1: Arrival at Cairo International Airport
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will meet you, assist you with immigration procedures and obtaining your entry visa to Egypt, and collect your luggage. You will then be transferred to your accommodation in Cairo, conveniently located with stunning views.
Overnight: Cairo
02 Day 2: Predawn Private Visit to the Sphinx & Saqqara Tour
Our private vehicle and expert tour guide will meet you early for an early morning visit to the Great Sphinx. This relaxing experience allows you to enjoy the view of this monument in the serene early morning light.
Return to your accommodation for a rest and breakfast. Then, begin a guided tour of the Saqqara Necropolis with an English-speaking Egyptologist. Explore the tombs of the nobles from the Old Kingdom, dating back to the Sixth Dynasty (2350-2200 BC), and continue to the Step Pyramid of Djoser (2700 BC), considered Egypt's first major stone architectural masterpiece. Snacks and fresh fruit will be served on the bus during the tour.
Return to your accommodation in Cairo for a free evening to relax or explore on your own.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch
03 Day 3: Egyptian Civilization Museum, Old Cairo & Flight to Luxor
Enjoy breakfast before setting out for a morning tour of Old Cairo. Visit the majestic mosque and madrassa of Sultan Hassan, an iconic example of medieval Mamluk architecture.
Then explore the Hanging Church (Al Muallaqa), a stunning basilica-style Coptic Christian church, followed by a visit to the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue. Lunch will be served at an authentic floating restaurant overlooking the Nile River.
Afterwards, visit the renowned Egyptian Civilization Museum, home to an extraordinary collection showcasing Egypt's heritage from prehistoric times to the present. Spend several hours exploring the exhibits with your expert guide.
In the evening, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, transfer to your accommodation in Luxor.
Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch
04 Day 4: Day Tour to Abydos and Dendera Temples
Start your day with an early breakfast before driving to Abydos, a site of immense spiritual significance, to visit its magnificent temple complex. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
On the return journey, stop at the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, renowned for its exquisite hieroglyphic reliefs and the famous Zodiac ceiling replica.
Snacks and water are provided during travel. Arrive back in Luxor by early evening, and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch
05 Day 5: West Bank Luxor Excursion & Evening Visit to Luxor Temple
After breakfast, cross the Nile by motorboat for a guided day tour of the West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground for New Kingdom pharaohs, then the nearby Valley of the Queens (free entry).
Explore three remarkable tombs (highly recommended). Proceed to the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Al Deir Al-Bahari), a unique three-level temple dedicated to one of Egypt’s most powerful female pharaohs. Lunch will be served at a traditional local restaurant in Luxor city center.
After lunch, enjoy some free time for shopping or relaxing. As sunset approaches, take a leisurely walk or a horse-drawn carriage ride to visit the magnificent Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated at night. Return to your accommodation in Luxor overnight.
Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
06 Day 6: Karnak & Mut Temples, Esna & Begin Nile Dahabiya Cruise
Enjoy an early breakfast before setting out with your guide to Karnak Temple, the largest ancient religious complex in the world, dedicated to the god Amon. Experience a private 30-minute visit including the powerful statue of the goddess Sekhmet, a moment of spiritual connection.
Then visit the Mut Temple within the Karnak complex. By mid-morning, transfer by road to Esna, where you will board your traditional Nile Dahabiya boat to begin a 5-day, 4-night peaceful cruise up the Nile River towards Aswan.
En route, visit Esna Temple before sailing towards El Kab, the ancient city of Nekheb, exploring temple remains and cliff tombs. The boat will moor on a small island for the night. Dinner will be served on board or by the tranquil riverside
Overnight: On board Nile Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
07 Day 7: Dahabiya Cruise to Edfu Temple
After breakfast on board, sail to Edfu and visit the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to the falcon god. Later, continue sailing and moor at a quiet island for the night, with stops at small villages and desert landscapes along the way. Dinner will be served on board or at the riverside.
Overnight: On board Nile Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
08 Day 8: Dahabiya Cruise – Gebel El Silsila, Kom Ombo & Maniha Island
Begin the day sailing to Gebel El Silsila, exploring ancient sandstone quarries and rock-cut chapels built by Pharaohs such as Horemheb and Ramses II. Continue to Kom Ombo to visit the twin temples dedicated to the gods Haroeris and Sobek.
Then sail to Maniha Island, where the Dahabiya will moor overnight. Dinner is served on board or by the Nile shore.
Overnight: On board Nile Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
09 Day 9: Dahabiya Cruise – Nubian Village & Aswan
Sail to Daraw and enjoy a walking tour through the historic village, once the last stop on the ancient desert trade route between Sudan and Egypt. Continue sailing to the Nubian village of El Koubania near Aswan. Experience the rich culture and traditions of Nubian life. This is the final night on board the Dahabiya.
Overnight: On board Nile Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
10 Day 10: Early Morning Visit to Philae Temple – Return to Cairo
Begin with a predawn private visit to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, a place of spiritual meditation and ancient rituals. Return to the Dahabiya for breakfast and check out. Enjoy lunch either on board or at a terrace overlooking the Nile.
Transfer to Aswan Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your accommodation in Cairo.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
11 Day 11: Khan El Khalili, Essential Oil Store & Private Evening Pyramid Visit
Start your day with a late breakfast before visiting the famous Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a bustling marketplace full of traditional crafts and souvenirs. Stop by a local essential oil store to experience and purchase unique Egyptian oils.
Return to your accommodation for a free afternoon. Later, take part in a private, exclusive evening visit inside the Great Pyramid, a rare and mystical experience. Return to your accommodation overnight.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch
12 Day 12: Departure From Cairo
After breakfast, check out from your accommodation. Our representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your international flight home, concluding our services.
Meals: Breakfast
What's in the price, and what isn't
Included
- Meet and Assist service at the Airport.
- All Transfers by a private A/C vehicle.
- Accommodation for 4 nights in Cairo with breakfast.
- Accommodation for 3 nights in Luxor with breakfast.
- Accommodation for 4 nights on a Dahabiya .
- Domestic Flights in Egypt
- Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
- English-speaking tour guide during the visits.
- Bottled water during the visits.
- All service charges and taxes.
Not included
- Entry Visa to Egypt
- Any Optional tours.
- All personal Expenses.
- Tipping (Recommend).
Asked and answered
How much will it cost to tour Egypt?
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
Is it safe to tour Egypt now?
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.
How many days do you need to tour Egypt?
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.
Which month is best to visit Egypt?
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.
Is Egypt safe for female tourists?
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.
Is Egypt cheap or expensive?
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.
Why book with us
Licensed, local, andone WhatsApp away.
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.
Our own guides
Licensed Egyptologists lead every excursion, named in your confirmation, working for us rather than for a subcontractor.
Private by default
No group fillers and no shopping stops. Your party, your pace, and a day that can be rewritten the night before.
One itemised price
Entrance fees, transfers, taxes and internal flights sit inside the quote. Nothing is added at the temple gate.
Nothing to pay to enquire
A full day-by-day itinerary costs you nothing, and a 30% deposit is the first money that changes hands.
24/7 while you travel
One number, answered in Egypt, for the whole trip — not a call centre in another time zone.
Real travellers
5.0 on TripAdvisor,4.9 on Google.
Every quote is a real one, posted under the traveller's own name.
What a great team!
They helped me plan my day and arranged for an Egyptologist and driver to take me to all these places.
Had a great time
Thanks to well organised sightseeing and tour guide Ahmed who was professional and pleasant.
It was the best choice ever
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.
How to book
Four steps, andno online checkout anywhere.
You talk to a travel consultant, they build your trip, and you only confirm when the itinerary is right.
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Tell us your dates
Your travel month, group size and what you'd like to see. Two minutes on the form, or a message on WhatsApp.
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Get an itinerary and quote
A consultant writes your day-by-day plan with hotels, guides and transfers, priced in your currency. Free, and yours to keep.
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Confirm when it's right
Adjust it as many times as you like. Nothing is booked and nothing is charged until you say the itinerary is right.
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Travel with support
You're met at the airport, and your consultant stays reachable 24/7 for the whole trip — the same person, not a call centre.
Good to know
Travel tips from the peoplewho run the trips.
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.
When to go
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.
Daytime20–28 °C
CrowdsPeak Nov–Feb
PricesHighest Dec–Jan
- March and April keep the weather and lose the crowds — the best value window.
- June to August is much cheaper, but afternoons pass 42 °C and excursions run at dawn.
- Christmas and New Year need a 50% deposit, because the cruisers ask us for one too.
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.
Visas and entry
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.
VisaOn arrival
CostUS$25
Valid30 days
- Your passport needs six months’ validity from the day you land.
- The e-Visa is worth doing if you land late — it saves the queue at the bank window.
- We meet you before passport control and handle the paperwork with you.
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.
Money and tipping
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.
CardsHotels & cruisers
CashMarkets & tips
QuotesUS dollars
- Tipping is customary, never obligatory, and never inside your price.
- As a guide: $8–10 a day for your guide, $5 for your driver.
- Small notes are worth more than large ones — change is scarce everywhere.
Our tip
Change a little at the airport and the rest at your hotel. Street exchange offices quote well and pay badly.
What to pack
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.
DaysLight cotton
EveningsOne warm layer
SitesClosed shoes
- Shoulders and knees covered for mosques — a scarf does the job for both.
- A hat and high-factor sun cream matter more than anything else on this list.
- Deck evenings on the Nile get genuinely cool from December to February.
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.
Getting around
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.
Cairo → Luxor1 hour, by air
Luxor → Aswan3–4 nights
TransfersAll included
- Every transfer, domestic flight and entrance fee sits inside your quote.
- A private car and driver waits for you — no taxis, no haggling, no surprises.
- The sleeper train exists and we will book it, but it is slower and not cheaper.
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.