From the majestic Pyramids to the ancient temples of Luxor and along the turquoise waters of the Red Sea, this itinerary offers the ultimate balance of deep historical discovery and world-class coastal relaxation. This tour serves as a perfect complement to your global travels, seamlessly bridging Egypt’s monumental antiquities with a peaceful beachside retreat.

Egypt's rich history and diverse landscapes offer an abundance of exploration opportunities, showcasing a beautiful contrast between timeless ancient cities and relaxing seaside escapes. This comprehensive tour encompasses the country's most legendary landmarks alongside the stunning shores of Hurghada, enticing you to experience the very best of the region.

During your journey, immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring atmosphere of Luxor's Valley of the Kings, where the brilliantly decorated tombs of the Pharaohs remain frozen in time. Here, you can walk through the heart of ancient history before unwinding by the shore, deeply enhancing your experience of this remarkable country.

• Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx

• Egyptian Museum, including the famous funerary mask of King Tut

• Temples of Karnak and Luxor

• Tombs in the Valley of the Kings

• Funerary Complex of Hatshepsut, the most famous female Pharaoh

• Hurghada & Red Sea, some of the best diving and snorkelling sites in the world

• Perfect balance of history, fun, sun, and relaxation

Welcome to Egypt and the beginning of your once in a lifetime experience.

Our Pink Lotus Egypt Tours representative will meet and assist you through Cairo International Airport, then transfer to your hotel and assist with check-in procedures.

Meals are at your leisure today

After breakfast, check out of your room and you will meet your Egyptologist/Tour Guide at the hotel to start the journey at the very beginning, the Step Pyramid at Saqqara, the first free standing building of stone in the whole world dating back to 2700 BC.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant before we explore the Giza Plateau, your chance to personally stand where the Ancient Egyptians stood thousands of years ago, next to the Great Pyramid of Cheops, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the only one that still exists.  

Optional visit to the Kings Chamber of the Great Pyramid (extra ticket)

We continue our adventure with a camel ride through the Sahara for those who are interested (optional extra cost).

We finish our visit to the plateau with the Guardian Angel of the area, the monolithic and iconic Sphinx.

The day is not over yet, we will now experience how the ancients recorded their history on the first paper ever produced, Papyrus, at a government regulated Papyrus Institute.

Later this evening we drive to Giza train station to board our overnight sleeper train to Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Upon arrival to Luxor, we check into our hotel, on the edge of the Nile.

We later visit Karnak Temples at the East bank of the River Nile, the temple complex is huge, covering an area of 1 ½ x 3 km, dedicated to God Amun and was also the centre of his worship with his wife Mut and their son Khons.

Visit a local jewellery store where you can have your very own cartouche made before we leave Luxor.

This evening our special visit is to Luxor Temple. This temple is beautiful by day but even more spectacular by night.
  
Meals: Breakfast 

Optional Hot Air Balloon, a bird’s eye view over the two banks of the River Nile in historical Thebes (Luxor).

After breakfast we drive to the West Bank to visit The Valley of the Kings, climb down into the spectacularly decorated tombs of the Pharaohs.
Visit the Tomb of King Tut, the only mummy still to remain in the Valley of the Kings (optional extra ticket)

After that, we visit the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the first female ruler of ancient Egypt with the full authority of a pharaoh. 

Then we visit Habu Temple of Ramses III where he commemorate his victory over sea people.

Lunch will be served in a local restaurant.

Today we will visit a local alabaster factory and see how the hand-made pieces are created.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast check-out of your Luxor hotel and drive to Hurghada.

Settle in for a few days of sun, sand and the beautiful turquoise water of the Red Sea.

This area boasts some of the most spectacular diving and snorkelling in the world.
Optional tours including snorkelling are available and can be booked on arrival at hotel.

Your booking includes a comprehensive meal package for the duration of our stay here in Hurghada.
 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Free time to explore the Red Sea.Activities such as snorkelling can be organised through the hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

After breakfast drive back to Cairo.
 
Meals: Breakfast

Today we step into the energy of the city that never sleeps; we experience the crazy Cairo traffic as we drive into downtown Cairo and Tahrir Square, scene of the 2011 revolution and location of the Egyptian Museum.

The current Egyptian Museum is overflowing with ancient artifacts and would take many, many visits to see it in its entirety so we highlight the best of the best.
This afternoon we will visit a local perfume and essence factory to learn about Oils that date back to the time of the Pharaoh’s. Here at the perfumery you can also purchase the base oil of your favourite fragrance.

Continue driving to the area of Coptic Cairo to visit The Church of Virgin Mary “the hanging church” and The Church of St. Sergius where the Holy Family stayed during their flight to Egypt. Then we move to Islamic Cairo to visit The Citadel of Saladin, with the famous Alabaster mosque of Mohammed Ali.

The day isn’t over yet, we’ll explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar.

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy one last breakfast then sadly, it is time to return home.

If you have a later flight you can enjoy the pool or maybe indulge in massage or spa treatment before you leave for home or your onward journey.

A representative of Pink Lotus Egypt Tours will transfer you to Cairo International Airport and assist with all check-in procedures.
 
Meals: Breakfast