Day 1:
Saturday/Monday/Wednesday - Arrival to Cairo International Airport
Day 2:
Pyramids & Saqqara
Day 3:
Monday/Wednesday/Friday - Domestic flight: Cairo to Aswan
Day 4:
Kom Ombo
Day 5:
Nile River Cruise - Edfu
Day 6:
Luxor – Karnak Temple
Day 7:
Valley of the Kings/Queens
Day 8:
Hurghada Resort
Day 9:
Free Day in Hurghada Resort
Day 10:
Cairo
Day 11:
Alexandria Day Tour
Day 12:
Departure Day
Hotel 1:
Hotel 2:
Hotel 3:
Hotel 4:
Start your day with a customized private tour which includes a private vehicle with a drive, a trained Egyptologist guide. You will view the highlight of the Saqqara monuments, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, which is the first pyramid built in Egypt. This pyramid dates to 2700 BC and was built for the 3rd Dynasty Old Kingdom pharaoh Djoser who ruled about 2691 -2625 BC.
Giza Pyramids Complex.
The Great Sphinx.
The valley Temple.
The Egyptian Museum.
Karnak temple.
Valley Of the Kings.
Hatshepsut temple.
Abu simbel temples.
2 night accommodation 5 Star Deluxe Hotel: Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel- or similar Pyramids Room Includes breakfast.
3 night Nile River Cruise.
5 Star Deluxe category Breakfast Lunch Dinner Sonesta Sun Goddess or similar.
Nubian Village.
1 night accommodation 5 Star Hotel Sonesta St. George Nile front room or similar includes breakfast.
3 night Hurghada 5 Star Resort.
2 night accommodations 5 Star Hotel • Fairmont Nile City or similar includes breakfast.
Air-conditioned tourism vehicles throughout.
Private driver and transfer to Hurghada Resort.
Lunch and Dinner included on Day 2.
Lunch and Dinner included on Day 2.
Dinner at Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant.
Entrance tickets to all sites mentioned.
Entrance ticket to King Tutankhamun Tomb.
Qualified tourism private driver.
Licensed English speaking expert Egyptologist tour guide.
Entry Visa to Egypt.
International Flights & Travel Insurance.
Drinks.
Tipping for Driver.
Tipping for Cruise Staff.
Tipping for Tour Guide.
Entrance Tickets not mentioned in program.
2 X Domestic Flights Cairo – Luxor Hurghada – Cairo.
Christmas and New Year Gala dinner if applicable..
Upon arrival, you and your party will be met by your airport liaison. Your liaison will help you with your entry visa and escort you thru customs. Your private driver will transfer you to the Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel and relax in a Pyramids view room during your stay.
Start your day with a customized tour which includes a private vehicle with a licensed driver and, a trained Egyptologist guide. You will view the highlight of the Saqqara monuments, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, which is the first pyramid built in Egypt. This pyramid dates to 2700 BC and was built for the 3rd Dynasty Old Kingdom pharaoh Djoser who ruled about 2691 -2625 BC. Djoser Step Pyramid was built a full one hundred years before the Great Pyramids’ work even begun. For a structure of 4,600 years old and 200 feet tall, the Step Pyramid of Djoser was the perfect introduction to Egyptian pyramids. They only got better after that, giving us the most amazing architecture in ancient history.
Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant where you can enjoy the wonderful aromas and flavors of an Egyptian cuisine. Travel back to Giza plateau and explore the Great Pyramids and the famous Sphinx on the Giza Necropolis plateau.
Learn about the Great Pyramids of Giza and how they were covered with casing stones which were made of highly polished limestone. The sun's reflected light upon the casing stones made the pyramids shine and look like a jewel.
The Great Pyramids’ original look with its shining casing stones would act like huge mirrors and reflect light so powerful that it would be very visible from the moon as a shining star on the earth. No wonder why the ancient Egyptians called the Great Pyramid “Ihket”, which means the glorious light. This wonderful tour includes entry to the Pyramid of Khufu, also known as Cheops Pyramid. You tour will include a visit to a fascinating papyrus institute. You'll end your 2nd exciting day in Egypt by enjoying a wonderful dinner meal at a great local restaurant.
Monday / Wednesday / Friday
Take an early flight to Asway. Upon arrival at the Aswan airport, you will be met by your airport liaison and a private vehicle is provided to the Sonesta St. George Nile cruise ship or similar.
Start your day with lunch onboard as you sail on the waters of the Nile River to the colorful Nubian Village. Explore the culture of the Nubian lifestyle before returning to your cruise ship for an enjoyable dinner. Sail toward, Kom Ombo, Edfu Temple and continue to Luxor Temple’s.
Located on the banks of the Nile River in a village of the same name, your spectacular Nile cruise sails to Kom Obo Temple, famous for its Greco-Roman style. It is unique because it was dedicated to two deities, God Sobek, the crocodile god, and God (Horus) Haroeris, the falcon-headed god. This double dedication was deliberate. Not only it is architecturally duplicated, with two sets of courts, hypostyle halls and sanctuaries, the twin temple is symbolic of the local and universalist themes that the two different deities represented.
Until very recently, the Nile River was infested with crocodiles of which the Ancient Egyptians were naturally scared. However, there was an ancient belief that if they worshipped the animal, it wouldn’t attack them and at Kom Ombo there was also a small pool in which the reptiles were raised. One of the highlights of the visit to this temple is the Crocodile Museum, where so many hundreds of mummified crocodiles found in the area are exhibited along with intriguing explanations. Return to your cruise ship and enjoy a wonderful dinner as you continue to sail to Edfu Temple.
Edfu Temple, also known as the Temple of Horus or falcon-headed god temple. It was built for God Horus and his wife, Goddess Hathor. Statues of the falcon-headed god are found throughout the complex, and its extensive wall carvings have provided valuable information to historians about the Hellenistic period of Egyptian history. It was built between 237 and 57 B.C. and is one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in Egypt, and was dedicated to Horus, the avenging son of Isis and Osiris. The massive 36m-high gateway is guarded by two huge but splendid granite statues of Horus as a falcon.
Disembark cruise ship when you arrive in Luxor. Check into the Sonesta St. George Hotel for the evening. Luxor is a city on the east bank of the Nile River in southern Egypt. It’s on the site of ancient Thebes, the pharaohs’ capital at the height of their power, during the 16th-11th centuries B. C. The city surrounds 2 huge, surviving ancient monuments; the graceful Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple. The royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens are on the river’s west bank.
The Karnak Temple complex consists of several temples, chapels, and other building in the form of a village, and it is for that reason that the name Karnak was given to this complex as in Arabic Karnak means “fortified village”. Karnak is divided into three compounds; the precinct of Amun, the precinct of Mut, and the precinct of Montu; however, for most visitors the largest of these, the precinct of Amun, is enough. It’s a complicated layout alone that dwarfs every other site that you will visit in Egypt.
Join your private Egyptologist guide and explore some of the most incredible sites of the country. Your custom private tour will take you to the Queen Hatshepsut temple and the Tomb of King Tutankhamun. Queen Hatshepsut was the most famous, intelligent, and powerful woman in ancient Egypt. She ruled Egypt for 20 years during the New Kingdom time (15th Century B.C.) She was considered one of the most successful pharaohs in Egyptian history. Hatshepsut was the daughter of King Thutmose I and Thutmose II’s wife (he was also her half-brother). Hatshepsut married her half-brother Thutmose II, whose mother was a lesser wife, in a common practice meant to ensure the purity of the royal bloodline. Thutmose II dies after a 15-year reign when Hatshepsut was 30 years old.
Head to the Valley of the Kings, where you will have the chance to explore three tombs. These tombs were constructed here for the kings, including King Tut, and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom (the Eighteenth to the Twentieth Dynasties of Ancient Egypt). In the Valley of the Kings, you will be able to learn about the reign of King Tut. His tomb is the only one that was not robbed because it is located underneath another tomb, the tomb of King Ramses VI. The tomb robbers didn’t look there because they never expected to be a tomb underneath another tomb. That’s why King Tutankhamun’s tomb was untouched until Carter found it in 1922.
Valley of the Queens includes a visit to the most beautiful Tomb of Nefertari. Wife of the legendary Pharaoh Ramses II. The beauty of the tomb has the most vivid colorful mural scenes. Gaze at the splendid Colossi of Memnon, one of the biggest tourist attractions in Luxor, gained its popularity due to its majestic appearance and for the mysterious sounds emitted by the northern colossus statue at every sunrise. Prior to returning to board your Nile River cruise ship for lunch, enjoy a visit to an alabaster factory with the most amazing treasures. Then continue to sail and enjoy lunch and dinner on board as you gaze upon the splendid terrain along the desert dunes. Depart Luxor and drive to Hurghada Resort
Enjoy two wonderful leisure days at this seaside resort. There are a variety of activities that you can do in the sea or in the desert sand dunes. You can book optional tours including snorkeling, boat trips and desert 4WD Jeep safari excursions available. Hurghada city is divided into three partitions. 1) El Dahar area is the old area in Hurghada, and it has the old market and Bazaars in Hurghada, the biggest Masjed in Hurghada and church. 2) El Sakala and this consist of many Bazaars, cafes, discos, Hurghada Marina, Hurghada port which ferry boats leave to Sharm El Sheikh and Saudi Arabia. 3) The newest area is the Touristic Road that take place in front of the hotels, where you can visit many other bazaars, cafes and discos along the road.
Hurghada has many islands far from its beach but there are two big islands that are famous and you can take trips to visit them. Giftun and Mahmya Islands are the main diving and snorkeling sites to which daily boats take diving parties. The island has a beautiful sand reef and garden of corals and exotic marine life. You can also enjoy a glass bottom boat ride which is great for anyone that prefers to view the coral reefs and exotic marine life from above the water without swimming or snorkeling. Other water sports such as windsurfing, kitesurfing and water skiing can be arranged. Sinbad Submarine is a great way to dive 20-meters under water with 44 passengers to view the amazing and colorful marine life. The majestic desert of Hurghada offer an adventure with a 4WD Jeep quad bike safari trip. You can also enjoy a camel ride and learn about the Bedouin culture. And you’ll enjoy an amazing Bedouin barbecue dinner with music. Return to your hotel in Hurghada.
Enjoy two wonderful leisure days at this seaside resort. There are a variety of activities that you can do in the sea or in the desert sand dunes. You can book optional tours including snorkeling, boat trips and desert 4WD Jeep safari excursions available. Hurghada city is divided into three partitions. 1) El Dahar area is the old area in Hurghada, and it has the old market and Bazaars in Hurghada, the biggest Masjed in Hurghada and church. 2) El Sakala and this consist of many Bazaars, cafes, discos, Hurghada Marina, Hurghada port which ferry boats leave to Sharm El Sheikh and Saudi Arabia. 3) The newest area is the Touristic Road that take place in front of the hotels, where you can visit many other bazaars, cafes and discos along the road.
Hurghada has many islands far from its beach but there are two big islands that are famous and you can take trips to visit them. Giftun and Mahmya Islands are the main diving and snorkeling sites to which daily boats take diving parties. The island has a beautiful sand reef and garden of corals and exotic marine life. You can also enjoy a glass bottom boat ride which is great for anyone that prefers to view the coral reefs and exotic marine life from above the water without swimming or snorkeling. Other water sports such as windsurfing, kitesurfing and water skiing can be arranged. Sinbad Submarine is a great way to dive 20-meters under water with 44 passengers to view the amazing and colorful marine life. The majestic desert of Hurghada offer an adventure with a 4WD Jeep quad bike safari trip. You can also enjoy a camel ride and learn about the Bedouin culture. And you’ll enjoy an amazing Bedouin barbecue dinner with music. Return to your hotel in Hurghada.
Check into the Fairmont Nile City hotel. Visit the best display of Egyptian history at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities in Tahir Square. Enjoy a trip to Khan El-Khalili, the famous bazaar and souk in the historic center of Cairo. The bazaar is loud, crowded, colorful, and exciting. It’s filled with all kinds of food and shiny baubles. Amongst the typical tourist trinkets, there is some genuinely fine shopping to be found at the market. Even if you are not looking to buy, taking a walk through the winding alleys of this labyrinthine district, you are sure to find something that will catch your eye. Dinner at the famous Naguid Mahfouz Restaurant. An experience not to be missed
Enjoy a full day trip to city of Alexandria. It’s located on the Mediterranean coast, approximately 3 hours from Cairo. Travel in an air-conditioned private vehicle to start your tour. Your first historical site will be Pompay’s Pillar, a roman triumphant column, the largest of its type constructed outside Rome. It was built between 284 – 305 A.D. in honor of the Roman Emperor Diocletian.
Explore the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, one of the seven wonders of the Middle Ages. After a delicious lunch, visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean coast in Alexandria, Egypt. It was established in 1477 AD by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qa’it Bay. The Citadel is situated on the eastern side or the northern tip of Pharos Island. The next stop along the Corniche will be at the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, which houses millions of books in its six specialized libraries. Lastly, return to Cairo for your last evening at the Fairmont Nile City hotel.
Your airport liaison will meet you at your hotel and assist with your departure to the Cairo International Airport, and your final check-in process.
Hat
Camera
Comfortable shoes
Sunblock & Sunglasses
Warm clothes in winter
Cotton clothes in summer
Passport with at least 6 months prior to expiration
Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza and the world’s largest collection of beautifully preserved artifacts at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities which covers nearly 5000 years of Egypt’s history during this 4-day tour with your private driver and your expert Egyptologist. Cairo is home to some of the most amazing Pharaonic, Coptic and Islamic sites in Egypt.
Breakfast at hotel, prior to checkout, Tour city of Amman, Travel to Madaba, Check into hotel in Petra
Highlight of the tour after visiting Cairo and the Giza Pyramids is an amazing tour of Upper Egypt. Stroll thru Karnak Temple, Avenue of the Sphinx and Valley of the Kings & Queens which includes the Tomb of King Tutankhamun, and Queen Nefertari Tomb. Enjoy a refreshing cup of local tea as you visit a local alabaster factory and jewellery shop. Enjoy dinner in a local restaurant.
Tour of the Giza plateau Pyramids includes entrance ticket to the great pyramid of Cheops. Visit essence factory to sense the fragrence of pure oils. Travel to Upper Egypt to explore the West Bank Valley of the Kings & Queens. Visit the Tomb of King Tutankhamun, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon. Tour the East Bank and gaze at the incredible Karnak & Luxor Temples.
Start your day with a customized private tour which includes a private vehicle with a drive, a trained Egyptologist guide. You will view the highlight of the Saqqara monuments, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, which is the first pyramid built in Egypt.
Aswan is located about 550 miles south of Cairo (one hour by flight). It is famous for its natural beauty, the Nile River, its history, and the best places to visit in Egypt, such as the Philae Temple
Upon arrival, you and your party will be met by your airport liaison. Your liaison will help you with your entry visa and escort you thru customs. Your private driver will transfer you to the Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel and relax in a Standard Room during your stay.
Explore the Great Pyramids and the famous Sphinx on the Giza Necropolis plateau. This tour includes entry to the Pyramid of Khufu, also knows as Cheops Pyramid. Learn about the Great Pyramids of Giza and how they were covered with casing stones. These stones were made of highly polished limestone. The casing reflected the sun's light and made the pyramids shine like a jewel.
This effect would act like mirrors so powerful that it would be very visable from the moon as a shining star on earth. The Great Pyramids were also called "Ihket" which means the glorious light.
Explore the Great Pyramids and the famous Sphinx on the Giza Necropolis plateau. This tour includes entry to the Pyramid of Khufu, also knows as Cheops Pyramid. Learn about the Great Pyramids of Giza and how they were covered with casing stones.
Take an early flight to Luxor. Upon arrival at the Luxor airport, you will be met by your airport liaison and a private vehicle is provided to the Movenpick Royal Lotus cruise ship.
Upon arrival, you and your party will be met by your airport liaison. Your liaison will help you with your entry visa and escort you thru customs. Your private driver will transfer you to the Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel and relax in a Pyramids view room during your stay.
Start your day with a customized private tour which includes a private vehicle with a driver, a expert Egyptologist guide. You will view the highlight of the Saqqara monuments, the Step Pyramid of Djoser which is the first pyramid built in Egypt.
Start your day with a customized private tour which includes a private vehicle with a driver and an expert Egyptologist guide. You will view the highlight of the Saqqara monuments, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, which is the first pyramid built in Egypt.
Upon arrival, you and your party will be met by your airport liaison. Your liaison will help you with your entry visa and escort you thru customs. Your private driver will transfer you to the Marriott Mena House Hotel and relax in a Pyramids view room during your stay.
I traveled with Philipe and company to Cairo, Alexandria, Athens, Madrid, Valencia and two small fishing villages in Portugal. It was magical. The travel and exploration of these exotic, humble, fascinating and historic places changed my life. Philipe lusts for travel as much as I do which makes it all the more fun to explore, learn and grow. If we all had the good fortune to explore other cultures, meet people of different cultures, and exchange our stories.
Studio City, CA
As a seasoned traveler who has visited and worked in many countries around the world, I have always appreciated the “inside scoop”, the “helping hand” from a friend or relative who knows the area well and whose personal knowledge will increase the pleasure and experience. To those visiting Egypt for the first time, or those on a repeat trip who would enjoy an insider’s guidance, that “helping hand” is Philippe Doren and Nile Infinity Tours.
Asheville, NC
As our tour guide, I always felt safe because Philipe watched out for us with CARE, WISDOM & a sense of HUMOR. He knew the areas we were visiting and understood the culture of the people around us. He thought quickly, on his feet, and could solve any situation that came up. He truly has years of experience dealing with the Egyptian people. A dream of seeing the pyramids, Cheops, Luxor, Aswan and sailing on the Nile became reality because of Philipe.
Las Vegas, NV
Traveling with Philipe was amazing and Fun! Touring the inside of the Pyramid, shopping in the alleyways of Khan el-Khalili bazaar, horseback riding through the desert and so much more , are memories that I will forever be grateful for. I can’t wait to return and see what other new adventures he will have for me next time.
St. Louis, MO
I had the good fortune to travel to Egypt on a tour organized by Philipe Doren. We saw the most amazing sights, the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara, and Khan Al Khalili Bazaar, among many others. Everything ran smoothly and the trip was very well organized down to the last detail. Travel throughout Cairo and points south was comfortable and safe. Importantly, Philipe was so great to work with - he is cordial, attentive, knowledgeable, and very responsive.
Philadelphia, PA
This was the best time of my life! I was so fortunate to travel with Philipe in the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. My favorite was Egypt, riding horses across the Sahara, exploring the Great Pyramids, and sailing on the Nile. We had numerous trips that were skillfully crafted and ran so smoothly one could only relax and enjoy! Congratulations to Philipe for accomplishing his lifelong dream of a travel company that puts the wonder and adventure at the top.
Nipomo, CA
How wonderful that Philipe has returned to helping others travel to and discover Egypt. I count myself as one of the fortunate to have explored the Egyptian Museum, the Khan Khalili Bazaar and the pyramids of Giza (Cairo), including the Sphinx, with him. Boating on the Nile, horseback riding on the Sahara experiencing the magnificent sunrises and sunsets - my time spent in Egypt was enriching. I am thrilled that Philipe is guiding others through Egypt.
Lake Arrowhead, CA
I first traveled to Egypt with Philipe many years ago. His love for travel, and for Egypt in particular, is deep. His familiarity with the sights and culture is extensive. You will be in friendly, organized and efficient hands by traveling with his company.I have been back to Egypt twice since that first thrilling journey. It is a place that delights all your senses and calls you back. Without doubt I will go again, and I will go with Nile Infinity Tours.
New York City, NY
I had the pleasure of working with Philipe Doren and Company in the 70’s and 80’s traveling to Europe, the Far East and Middle East. Philipe was the line captain of the company and assisted with all the travel logistics of a touring company. Wherever the company toured around the world Philipe experienced the cultures to the fullest, learning the languages and enjoying the country’s cuisines.
Christopher Island, WA
Several years ago, I took a trip of a lifetime with Philipe through the Middle East, and Europe. It was by far the best thing I ever did in my life. Our visit to Cairo, Egypt was amazing. In the evening Philipe took me to a wonderful local nightclub to watch a spectacular Egyptian folkloric dance show and we witnessed authentic belly dance performances. The Arabic musicians were playing such enchanting music.
Las Vegas, NV
I look forward to stepping back in time to the magical world of antiquity Egypt with Philipe and Nile Infinity Tours!
Tabor, NJ
I had the pleasure of traveling to Egypt in 1976 with Philipe. Although we couldn’t read the street signs, the menus or understand Arabic, Philipe kept us all on course as we explored the amazing Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Tahir Square. We experienced seeing all the wonderful museum treasures before the actual King Tut tour to the USA. It was so thrilling to walk into the chambers of the Mohamed Ali Mosque.
NYC, NY