12 day Egypt tour package with Dahabiya

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Egypt, combining the timeless wonders of Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan with a scenic Nile cruise aboard a traditional Dahabiya, and an adventurous excursion into the stunning White Desert.

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Day 1 – Thursday, March 19, 2026: Arrival in Luxor

  • Arrival: International flight from Brussels to Luxor.

  • 10:00 – 11:00: Arrival assistance at Luxor Airport.

  • 11:30 – 12:00: Private transfer to Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel.

  • 12:00 – 15:00: Check-in and rest.

  • Evening: Free time to relax or stroll along the Nile Corniche.

  • Overnight: Luxor, Steigenberger Nile Palace.

  • Meals: None


Day 2 – Friday, March 20, 2026: Luxor day tour 

  • 08:00 – 09:00: Breakfast at the hotel.

  • 09:30 – 16:30: Optional sightseeing (private guide & car):

    • Medinet Habu (2h)

    • Ramesseum (1h)

    • Valley of the Queens (2h)

  • 16:30 – 18:00: Return to hotel, leisure.

  • Overnight: Luxor, Steigenberger Nile Palace.

  • Meals: Breakfast and Lunch 


Day 3 – Saturday, March 21, 2026: Luxor East Bank Tour

  • 07:00 – 08:00: Breakfast at the hotel.

  • 08:30 – 12:30: Guided tour:

    • Karnak Temple Complex (3h)

    • Luxor Temple (1.5h)

  • 12:30 – 13:30: Lunch at a local restaurant or onboard later.

  • 14:00 – 17:00: Free time to relax or explore local markets.

  • 17:30: Embarkation on Dahabiya Nile Cruise.

  • Overnight: Onboard Dahabiya near Luxor.

  • Meals: All meals included on board


Day 4 – Sunday, March 22, 2026: West Bank of Luxor & Sailing to Esna

  • 06:30 – 07:30: Breakfast onboard.

  • 08:00 – 13:00: West Bank tour:

    • Valley of the Kings (including optional tombs)

    • Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

    • Colossi of Memnon

  • 13:30 – 14:30: Lunch onboard Dahabiya.

  • 15:00 – 17:00: Transfer to Esna and start sailing south.

  • Evening: Leisure on deck, enjoy sunset views.

  • Overnight: Dahabiya near Esna.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 5 – Monday, March 23, 2026: Sail to Edfu & Kom Ombo

  • 06:30 – 07:30: Breakfast on board.

  • 08:00 – 12:00: Sail to Edfu, relax and enjoy scenery.

  • 12:00 – 13:30: Visit Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus.

  • 13:30 – 14:30: Lunch on board.

  • 15:00 – 17:30: Sail to Kom Ombo.

  • 17:30 – 19:00: Visit Kom Ombo Temple (Sobek & Horus).

  • Evening: Enjoy the calm Nile sunset from the deck.

  • Overnight: Dahabiya en route to Aswan.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 6 – Tuesday, March 24, 2026: Aswan Sightseeing

  • 06:30 – 07:30: Breakfast onboard.

  • 08:00 – 12:00: Guided tour of Aswan:

    • Philae Temple (Temple of Isis)

    • Unfinished Obelisk

    • High Dam

  • 12:30 – 13:30: Lunch onboard.

  • 14:00 – 17:00: Free time in Aswan, optional felucca ride (not included).

  • Evening: Dinner onboard, enjoy Nile views.

  • Overnight: Dahabiya docked in Aswan.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 7 – Wednesday, March 25, 2026: Abu Simbel Excursion

  • 05:30 – 09:30: Early morning road trip to Abu Simbel (3.5h).

  • 09:30 – 12:00: Visit Abu Simbel Temples (Ramses II & Nefertari).

  • 13:00 – 14:00: Lunch at hotel or local restaurant.
    14:00 – 15:00:

  • check-in at Kabara Hotel, Abu Simbel

  • Evening: Rest or short sunset walk near Lake Nasser.

  • Overnight: Kabara Hotel, Abu Simbel.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 8 – Thursday, March 26, 2026: Fly to Cairo & Giza

  • Morning: Breakfast at the hotel.in Abu simbel 

  • Late morning: Flight from Aswan to Cairo.at 13:00 arrive cairo at 14:20 

  • Afternoon: Meet your guide to visit old cairo and Khan El khalili 

  • Evening: Free time to relax or enjoy hotel amenities.

  • Overnight: Giza.

  • Meals: Breakfast and Lunch 


Day 9 – Friday, March 27, 2026: Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum

  • 07:00 – 08:00: Breakfast at hotel.

  • 08:30 – 11:30: Visit Pyramids of Giza & Great Sphinx.

  • 12:30 – 13:30: Lunch at a local restaurant.

  • 14:00 – 17:00: Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).

  • Optional evening: Sound & Light Show at Giza Pyramids.

  • Overnight: Giza.

  • Meals: Breakfast and Lunch 


Day 10 – Saturday, March 28, 2026: White & Black Desert Safari

  • 05:30 – 06:00: Early departure to Bahariya Oasis.

  • 07:00 – 12:00: 4x4 Desert Safari:

    • Black Desert

    • El Heiz Oasis & Crystal Mountain

    • Wadi El Agabat

  • 12:30 – 13:30: Lunch in the desert.

  • 13:30 – 17:30: Continue safari to White Desert.

  • Evening: Camp under the stars.

  • Overnight: White Desert (camping).

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 11 – Sunday, March 29, 2026: Return to Cairo

  • 06:00 – 07:00: Sunrise in the desert & breakfast.

  • 07:30 – 10:00: Visit Bir Sigam Hot Springs.

  • 10:00 – 15:00: Drive back to Bahariya Oasis, then transfer to Cairo.

  • Evening: Check in at the hotel and relax.

  • Overnight: Cairo.

  • Meals: Breakfast and Lunch 


Day 12 – Monday, March 30, 2026: Departure

  • Morning: Breakfast at the hotel.

  • Transfer: Private transfer to Cairo International Airport for flight back to Brussels.

  • Meals: Breakfast 

 

Highlights

  • ► Giza Pyramids
  • ► Grand Egyptian Museum
  • ► Abu simbel 
  • ► Old Cairo 
  • ► Phiala temple
  • ► Karnak
  • ► Valley of Kings
  • ► Hatshepsut temple
  • ► Dahabiya
  • ►White desert 

 Inclusions

  • Airport meet & assist on arrival and departure.

  • Domestic flights: Cairo – Luxor / Aswan – Cairo.

  • 2 nights accommodation in Luxor (with breakfast).

  • 4 nights onboard Dahabiya Nile Cruise (full board).

  • 1 night hotel in Abu Simbel (with breakfast).

  • 3 nights in Cairo/Giza (with breakfast).

  • 1 night desert camping in White Desert (full board).

  • Private Egyptologist guide for all listed sightseeing.

  • All entrance fees to mentioned attractions.

  • 4x4 Jeep Safari in the desert.

  • Bottled water during tours.

  • All taxes and service charges.


 Exclusions

  • International flights.

  • Egypt Entry Visa.

  • Optional tombs in Valley of the Kings (e.g., Tutankhamun, Seti I).

  • Personal expenses (laundry, tips, drinks, etc.).

  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.

  • Optional activities (hot air balloon ride, Sound & Light Show at Pyramids).

  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, and cruise staff.

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