9 Days Egypt Explorer: Cairo, Luxor, Alexandria & White Desert Safari
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Duration
9 days
Max Group Size
15
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
moderate
Operated In
Age Requirement
12 - 99 Ages
About this tour
Experience the perfect blend of Egypt's ancient history, Mediterranean culture, and breathtaking desert landscapes on this unforgettable 9-day Egypt Explorer Tour.
Discover the legendary Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the priceless treasures of the Egyptian Museum before boarding a comfortable sleeper train to Luxor, the world's greatest open-air museum. Explore magnificent temples, royal tombs, and impressive monuments that tell the story of Egypt's glorious past.
Continue to Alexandria, the beautiful Pearl of the Mediterranean, before venturing deep into Egypt's spectacular Western Desert. Travel by 4x4 through Bahariya Oasis, the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, the Valley of Agabat, and the surreal White Desert National Park, where you'll spend magical nights camping beneath a sky filled with countless stars.
Designed by TravelShopBooking, this carefully planned itinerary combines history, adventure, nature, and authentic local experiences into one extraordinary Egyptian holiday.
Route
- 1CairoAfricaEgyptStart
- 2Giza PyramidsAfricaEgyptEl Giza
- 3Bahariya OasisAfricaEgypt
- 4White Desert National ParkAfricaEgyptQasr Farafra
- 5CairoAfricaEgypt
- 6AlexandriaAfricaEgypt
- 7CairoAfricaEgypt
- 8LuxorAfricaEgypt
- 9CairoAfricaEgyptEnd
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your TravelShopBooking representative. After assistance with immigration and luggage procedures, transfer to your hotel in a comfortable private air-conditioned vehicle.
After check-in, enjoy free time to relax after your journey or explore the vibrant atmosphere of Cairo at your own pace.
In the evening, join our optional Nile Dinner Cruise featuring an international buffet, traditional belly dancing, Tanoura performances, and live Egyptian folklore.
Meals: —
Accommodation: Cairo
After breakfast, meet your professional Egyptologist guide for a full-day exploration of Egypt's greatest treasures.
Visit the legendary Giza Plateau, where you will discover:
Great Pyramid of Khufu
Pyramid of Khafre
Pyramid of Menkaure
The Great Sphinx
Valley Temple
Enjoy lunch at a quality local restaurant before continuing to the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) (or the Egyptian Museum if GEM is unavailable), home to thousands of priceless artifacts including the treasures of King Tutankhamun.
Return to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Cairo
After an early breakfast, depart Cairo for the fascinating Bahariya Oasis, the gateway to Egypt's spectacular Western Desert.
Board your private 4×4 safari vehicle and begin an unforgettable desert adventure.
Discover:
Bahariya Oasis
Black Desert
El Hez Village
Crystal Mountain
Agabat Valley
White Desert National Park
Witness extraordinary white limestone formations shaped by wind over millions of years, creating one of the world's most unique natural landscapes.
As the sun sets over the desert, enjoy a traditional Bedouin BBQ dinner before spending the night under a sky filled with countless stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: White Desert Camping
Wake early to experience one of the most beautiful sunrises in Egypt.
After breakfast, continue exploring the spectacular White Desert before returning to Bahariya Oasis.
Drive back to Cairo through the scenic desert highway.
Check into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Cairo
After breakfast, travel north to Egypt's beautiful Mediterranean city of Alexandria.
Explore the city's most famous landmarks:
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
Pompey's Pillar
Citadel of Qaitbay
Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Outside Visit)
Alexandria Corniche
Enjoy fresh seafood or traditional Egyptian cuisine at a local restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean Sea before returning to Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Cairo
Spend a relaxing morning in Cairo.
Optional sightseeing is available including:
Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Islamic Cairo
Saladin Citadel
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Coptic Cairo
Later, transfer to Giza Railway Station and board Egypt's famous overnight sleeper train to Luxor.
Dinner will be served onboard as you travel comfortably through the Nile Valley.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Sleeper Train
Upon arrival in Luxor, meet your Egyptologist guide and begin exploring the magnificent monuments of Ancient Thebes.
Visit:
Valley of the Kings
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak Temple Complex
Luxor Temple
After your unforgettable sightseeing tour, transfer to your hotel.
Optional Experience
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight over Luxor
Karnak Sound & Light Show
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Luxor
After breakfast, transfer to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Enjoy your final afternoon shopping, relaxing, or discovering Cairo independently.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Cairo
Enjoy breakfast before checking out.
At the scheduled time, your TravelShopBooking representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.
Thank you for travelling with TravelShopBooking. We hope to welcome you again on another unforgettable journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Trip includes
Included
4 nights accommodation in Cairo (4★ hotel) with breakfast
2 nights Sleeper Train accommodation (Half Board) (4★ hotel)
2 nights White Desert camping with full camping equipment (4★ hotel)
Professional Speaker English Guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Daily breakfast
6 lunches
3 dinners including traditional Bedouin BBQ
Meet & greet service upon arrival and departure
Airport transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
Full Board during desert safari
Private Egyptologist guide throughout sightseeing
Professional desert safari guide
Private 4x4 Jeep Safari
Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
Alexandria full-day sightseeing tour
Luxor sightseeing tour
Shopping opportunities in Cairo
Bottled water during tours
All taxes and service charges
Guaranteed departures all year round.
Sleeper Train cabins include comfortable twin accommodation and onboard meals.
White Desert camping includes tents, mattresses, blankets, and camping facilities.
A 4x4 Jeep is used throughout the desert safari.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Warm clothing is advised during winter desert nights.
Passport validity must be at least six months from arrival.
Vegetarian and special dietary meals are available upon request.
Hot Air Balloon flights and Nile Dinner Cruises can be pre-booked.
This itinerary is one of TravelShopBooking's best-selling adventure tours, combining Egypt's ancient monuments, Mediterranean coast, and the spectacular landscapes of the Western Desert in one unforgettable journey.
Excluded
International flights
Travel insurance
Hot Air Balloon in Luxor
Nile Dinner Cruise
Egypt entry visa
Travel insurance
Drinks during meals
Optional tours and excursions
Hot Air Balloon in Luxor
Nile Dinner Cruise
Personal expenses
Tips for guides and drivers
Any services not mentioned in the itinerarya
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