Welcome to the 12-Day Egypt Itinerary, the “Golden Route” that perfectly balances the intensity of historical sightseeing with the luxury of a beach vacation. This plan is crafted to ensure you visit the most famous monuments in the world—the Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley of the Kings—while saving the final days for recharging by the Red Sea.
This itinerary moves at a comfortable pace, using domestic flights to save time and a Nile Cruise for a relaxed journey through Upper Egypt.
Overview
Welcome to the 12-Day Egypt Itinerary, the “Golden Route” that perfectly balances the intensity of historical sightseeing with the luxury of a beach vacation. This plan is crafted to ensure you visit the most famous monuments in the world—the Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley of the Kings—while saving the final days for recharging by the Red Sea.
Pricing basis: USD per adult sharing a double/twin room and cruise cabin. From $2,350 per adult for 2 adults, or $2,200 per adult for 3–8 adults, on standard non-holiday dates. These starting rates depend on availability and the inclusions in your written quotation. Solo occupancy, peak holidays, upgrades and domestic flight fare differences are quoted separately before payment. Review children’s rates and cancellation conditions at https://egyptopiatravel.com/terms-and-conditions/.
Trip Highlights
- The Great Pyramids: Explore the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World in Giza.
- Historic Cairo: Wander through the Citadel, the Egyptian Museum, and the vibrant Khan El Khalili market.
- Abu Simbel: Stand before the colossal temples of Ramses II, saved from the rising Nile waters.
- Luxury Nile Cruise: Sail for 3 nights from Aswan to Luxor, watching rural Egypt drift by.
- Valley of the Kings: Enter the royal tombs where Tutankhamun and Ramses were buried.
- Red Sea Leisure: Unwind on the white sandy beaches of Hurghada.
- Desert Safari: Experience the Bedouin lifestyle in the Eastern Desert.
