Egypt Uncovered Premium – 15 Days

Book your flight and prepare to be spellbound by the timeless wonders of the Pharaohs.

Salaam Aleikum! Welcome to Egypt!

Cairo is a buzzing metropolis of over 19 million people, offering an electrifying mix of ancient history and modern life. Known as Umm al-Dunya (“Mother of the World”), the city’s streets are alive with energy, from bustling markets to vibrant cafes. Explore magnificent mosques like the Mohammed Ali Mosque in the Citadel, or step back in time at the ancient Babylon Fortress. For breathtaking panoramic views, ascend the 187-metre-high Cairo Tower.

Immerse yourself in local culture: sample street food like lamb shawarma, sip traditional mint tea in an ahwa (Egyptian cafe), or relax with a shisha pipe at one of Cairo’s many restaurants.

Special Information:

• Arrival airport transfers are included. A local representative will meet you and escort you to your hotel.
• If you arrive early with your own arrangements, transfers are not included. However, if you purchase pre-night accommodation as part of your package, transfers to your starting hotel will still be provided.
• Meet your guide at 6:00 pm to provide you with all details.

Accommodation: Overland Hotel

Meals: non

After having your breakfast you are going to head out to experience some of the world’s most iconic sights – the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. These incredible structures have stood for over 4,500 years, with the pyramids being the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the only one still largely intact. Marvel at their scale, discover the fascinating stories behind their construction, and immerse yourself in the history of ancient Egypt.

Next, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, located just beside the pyramids. This modern architectural masterpiece is a spectacular showcase of over 100,000 treasures, including the complete collection of Tutankhamun. Walk through dazzling galleries of glass and light, and explore the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilisation.

After your museum visit, return to your hotel for the rest of the day at leisure, giving you time to relax or explore Cairo at your own pace.

Accommodation: Overland Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Included Activities:

• Pyramids of Giza
• Great Sphinx
• Grand Egyptian Museum

Optional Activities:

• The Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) – EGP1500

After breakfast, we’ll set off along the scenic ‘desert road’ to the historic port city of Alexandria.

En route, we’ll stop at the Commonwealth War Graves of El Alamein, the site of two pivotal battles during World War II. The first battle began on July 1, 1942, lasting 27 days and ending in a stalemate. Three months later, the Allies launched a second offensive, holding back the enemy for 13 intense days. Winston Churchill famously said, “Before Alamein we never had a victory.”

Following this poignant visit, we continue to Alexandria, where you’ll check in to your hotel and enjoy some leisure time to explore the Mediterranean city at your own pace.

Accommodation: Overland Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Included Activities:

• Military Museum

This morning, your guide will show you the highlights of Alexandria, a city famous for its broad beaches and the lively corniche, lined with cafes and sun loungers.

Next, venture underground to the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, the largest known Roman burial site in Egypt. Descend 20 metres below street level to explore labyrinthine chambers, family visitation rooms, and burial halls. Originally a small family tomb, the site expanded to accommodate over 300 bodies and is organised around a central spiral staircase leading through multiple levels.

After the tour, drive back to Cairo and check into your airport-adjacent hotel, ready for your flight to Aswan the following morning.

Accommodation: Overland Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Included Activities:

• Alexandria Library
• Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

Take an early flight from Cairo to Aswan. Upon arrival, transfer to the port and board a boat to visit the Philae Temple complex, home to the stunning Temple of Isis. Rescued from rising Nile waters in the 1960s, this island temple showcases exquisite carvings and intricate pylons, making it one of Upper Egypt’s true architectural gems. Built during the Ptolemaic period, the temple is dedicated to Isis, goddess of healing, magic, and birth, along with her husband Osiris and son Horus.

After exploring Philae, check into your hotel and unwind before an afternoon felucca sailing along the Nile. In the evening, immerse yourself in Nubian culture on Elephantine Island, joining a local family for an authentic dinner. Experience traditional Nubian hospitality, taste local cuisine, and gain a rare insight into daily life in this vibrant community.

Accommodation: Overland Hotel

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Included Activities:

• Philae Temple complex
• Nile River felucca sailing
• Traditional Nubian dinner

Begin your day exploring Aswan’s ancient and modern marvels. First, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, the largest known ancient obelisk at over 3,500 years old, still lying in the quarry where it was carved. This incomplete monument provides a fascinating glimpse into ancient Egyptian engineering techniques.

Next, explore the Nubian Museum, where the rich history, art, and culture of the Nubian people are showcased. Gain insight into the region’s heritage and the daily lives of its communities.

Then, marvel at the Aswan High Dam, a 1960s engineering feat that created Lake Nasser. This massive project required the relocation of several ancient temples, including Abu Simbel, to prevent them from being submerged.

Accommodation: Overland Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Included Activities:

• Unfinished obelisk
• Nubian Museum
• Aswan High Dam

Rise early for a pre-sunrise start as you drive south to the ancient Abu Simbel temples, near Egypt’s southern border. Arriving early, you’ll experience the Nubian Monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with far fewer crowds.

The site features two monumental sandstone temples built by Ramses II in the 1200s BCE. The larger temple, dedicated to the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah, boasts four colossal statues of Ramses II on its façade. The smaller temple, dedicated to the goddess Hathor, honors Ramses II’s favorite wife, Nefertari, with statues that embody her presence.

Set along the banks of Lake Nasser, these temples were saved from flooding during the construction of the Aswan High Dam through a remarkable relocation project. On the return drive to Aswan, the remainder of the day is free to explore the city at your own pace.

Later, embark on your Nile cruise, your floating home for the next three nights. Enjoy deluxe amenities and the relaxed pace of cruising the Nile while the vessel is docked during the day for sightseeing.

Accommodation: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Included Activities:

• Abu Simbel

Optional Activity –

Monastery of St Simeon

This morning, disembark from your Nile cruise to visit the Kom Ombo Temple, a unique double temple dedicated to the gods Sobek (the crocodile god) and Haroeris (Horus the Elder). Constructed during the Ptolemaic period (108–47 BCE), this temple sits dramatically on the banks of the Nile, 47 km north of Aswan and 168 km south of Luxor.

As you approach from the river, the temple’s soaring columns and well-preserved murals are a magnificent sight. Inside, you’ll find intricate carvings, including one of the earliest known depictions of medical and surgical instruments. Wander through the colonnades and admire the kingly propaganda engraved on the walls, gaining a tangible sense of Egypt’s glorious past.

After exploring Kom Ombo, return to the cruise vessel and continue sailing upriver toward Edfu. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the sundeck, enjoying the serene Nile scenery, and watching daily life unfold along the riverbanks. Dinner is served onboard as the boat glides along the ancient waters.

Accommodation: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Included Activities:

• Kom Ombo Temple

This morning, the cruise will moor near Edfu, an area rich in ancient settlements and temples, with a lively town center and bustling bazaar. While Edfu is a key stop along the Nile, visiting the Temple of Edfu via horse or carriage is not included due to animal welfare concerns and feedback about uncomfortable experiences with vendors. Guests may choose to explore independently if they wish.

As the cruise continues toward Luxor, you’ll pass through the historic lock at Esna, enjoying the tranquil waters of the Nile and scenic views of riverside life.

Spend your afternoon relaxing onboard, taking in the sights from the sundeck, or enjoying the cruise’s amenities. Lunch and dinner are served on board, and the evening features an Egyptian Belly Dancer Show, adding a festive cultural touch to your journey.

Accommodation: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Included Activities:

• Edfu Temple

Your Nile cruise concludes as you arrive in the open-air museum of Luxor, a city filled with spectacular reminders of the pharaohs’ grandeur.

Start the day with a visit to the magnificent Karnak Temple, perhaps the most impressive of all ancient Egyptian complexes. Built over 200 years, Karnak was once known as the “Chosen of Places”. Your guided tour will showcase its pylons, obelisks, chapels, the Avenue of Sphinxes, and the Great Temple of Amun, revealing the artistry and devotion of ancient Egypt.

The rest of the day is free for you to relax, browse local bazaars, or soak up the atmosphere in a traditional teahouse.

Accommodation: Overland Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Included Activities:

• karnak Temple

Optional Activities

     Luxor Temple

Begin your day exploring the ancient city of Thebes on Luxor’s West Bank. Your first stop is the Colossi of Memnon, two towering 17-metre-high statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, carved from granite blocks. These impressive monuments once formed part of a grand colonnade and remain an iconic symbol of Egypt’s ancient grandeur.

Next, journey to the Valley of the Kings, the burial ground of more than 64 New Kingdom pharaohs. Explore three royal tombs, richly decorated with paintings and hieroglyphics, while your guide explains the funerary rites, legends, and history behind these remarkable figures. Archaeological discoveries continue to this day, making every visit a chance to step into living history.

Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a stunning colonnaded structure set against the dramatic cliffs of the surrounding natural amphitheatre. One of Egypt’s most remarkable queens, Hatshepsut built this temple to assert her prominence – the scale and elegance speak volumes!

The afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace. Consider shopping in the local markets or visiting the Mummification Museum to learn the secrets of pharoanic preservation.

Accommodation: Overland Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Included Activities:

• Colossi of Memnon
• Valley of the Kings
• Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Today, we bid farewell to the Nile and journey east toward the beachside town of Hurghada. As the lush Nile Valley gives way to the rugged Eastern Desert, enjoy the changing landscape and catch glimpses of the sparkling Red Sea, with the Sinai Peninsula rising in the distance.

Hurghada is a vibrant resort town famed for its underwater reefs, crystal-clear waters, and abundant marine life – making it a prime destination for diving and water activities. After checking into your 5-star hotel, take a guided walking tour of the area to get your bearings, explore local eateries, and enjoy the bustling atmosphere.

The evening is yours to relax at leisure, capped with a sumptuous buffet dinner at your hotel.

Accommodation: Overland Hotel

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Included Activities:

Transfer to Hurghada

Optional Activity :

Hurghada City Tour

Today is yours to relax and enjoy Hurghada at your own pace. Lounge on the golden sands, swim in the sparkling Red Sea, or explore the local shops and cafés at your leisure.

Accommodation: Overland Hotel

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Included Activities: Free day

Optional Activity: 

Red Sea Snorkelling

Today we leave Hurghada and take a short flight back to Cairo, Egypt’s bustling capital.

Upon arrival, dive into the heart of Islamic Cairo with a visit to the Khan El-Khalili bazaar. Wander through the labyrinthine alleys of this historic souk, where vibrant stalls overflow with handicrafts, spices, fabrics, and traditional souvenirs. Even if you’re not shopping, the colourful sights, sounds, and scents provide an unforgettable experience of Cairo’s historic marketplace.

Return to your hotel for some free time to relax or explore the city independently.

Accommodation: Overland Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Included Activities: Khan El-Khalili bazaar

Optional Activity:  Home-Cooked Dinner with an Egyptian Family

Unfortunately, today marks the end of your incredible journey through Egypt. At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight home, taking with you memories of the ancient wonders, bustling cities, and timeless Nile landscapes.

Meals: Breakfast