Best vacation in Egypt and Dubai for 16 days

After having a breakfast at the hotel, you will contemplate on the famous Giza pyramids. The most famous Egyptian pyramid is undoubtedly the Pyramid of Cheops (known as Khufu) on the Giza Plateau. This signifies the fact that it is the largest of the three pyramids, the lifetime achievement of ancient wonders and the only one which is still in a very good condition. 

Invest your time strolling around in this breathtaking place, taking pictures, and observing the inner spiders of the Great Pyramid of Giza. The Sphinx of Giza, whose head is a salute to the Ptolemaic dynasty and whose body is that of a lion, is the guardian of the three pyramids.

Next, you will make a light visit to see how the papyrus is made and then having lunch at a local restaurant. By the late afternoon, you will have proceeded to the description of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo which houses the largest collection of Egyptian antiquities on earth. Let the hotel become your haven at the end of the day.

Meals: Breakfast.

Transit to Cairo airport for your luxury trip to Luxor. You will be given a breakfast box by the hotel. After feeling an adrenal boost when you set foot in Luxor and are slung into the Nile port, your cruise journey will start. Luxor, placed along the Nile River, which is sometimes called Dumbrillion to'a the world's greatest open-air museum; is also famous for its multicolored history and pharaonic legacy. 

The area you will be visiting, the Karnak Temple complex, has been classified as a world heritage site and remains as one of the most remarkable and grandest in the world. It is an indisputable testimony of the glorious columns, the highest pylons, and the varied hieroglyphics that pass important messages about the religious and construction of pharaohs' power in ancient Egypt. 

First, you go up on deck for an aperitive after that you return to the ship for your lunch and some time of relaxing on the middle deck. Approximately at 17:00 o'clock you will arrive at the Unesco recognized World Heritage Site Lagros to enjoy the breath-taking view of the ancient temple of Amun which is dedicated to the god Amun-Re. Pursue the meal with dinner on board and stay overnight on the ship.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Breakfast on board. Firstly, you can take a hot air balloon trip (extra cost for the trip) at sunrise and then go sightseeing with other travelers to the famous Valley of the Kings. The Valley of the Kings, stretching on the banks of the Nile’s western branch, is only one of the burial ground units which contained the tombs of several of the Pharaohs.

Through a journey lasting three tombs, the Real King's Tomb, and a small exhibit of the treasures within, you will be accompanied by your guide. Additionally, you will notice the Colossi of Memnon, carved to look like the Pharaoh Amenhotep, standing in complete grandeur. 

The next stop will visit the amazing Temple of Hatshepsut also named the "Sublime of the Sublimes", where you will read about Hatshepsut who is the unique among Egypt's female pharaohs. Go back to the ship, and it is lunchtime. During the trip to Edfu, feeling overwhelmed by the views of the amazing Nile river. Dinner and spent on the staff. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Following the breakfast service on board, you will be transferred to the Horus Temple, one of the best preserved Ancient Egyptian masterpieces located in Edfu. 

It was erected in three phases between 273 BC and 37 BC. This is the time when you will have a ship-board lunch on the vessel. Afternoon will be our cruise to Kom Ombo and visit a temple known as "the land of the gods" that is devoted to the spirits of Sobek and Horus.

 At the site the Nilometer is located and a museum that boasts mummified crocodiles which are in tiny size. Following this you will go to Aswan. The dinner and overnight accommodations, all on board the vessel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Breakfast on board. Today, you can visit Egypt's most spectacular temple, Abu Simbel (optional tour), or simply rest on board the cruise. Lunch on board, followed by free time to relax in the pool. The guide will also give you the option of seeing a Nubian village in the afternoon. Dinner and a night on board.

If you choose the optional journey to Abu Simbel, you will be taken by bus to Abu Simbel, which is 280 kilometers distant (breakfast bags provided). Upon arrival, you will be taken to two beautiful temples erected by Pharaoh Ramses II and encircled by a lake. The Great Temple, which stands 100 feet tall, is one of Egypt's most stunning temples, including four sculptures of Ramses II. You will have around two hours to explore these historic and spiritual places before returning to the ship for lunch.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

After breakfast on board, you will depart from the ship and begin your day with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, which provides energy across the country. Your tour continues with a short boat journey to the stunning Philae Temple, which is located on a tiny island and devoted to the goddess Isis.

You'll then go to visit the incomplete Unfinished Obelisk, the biggest known ancient obelisk. Lunch at a nearby eatery. In the afternoon, you will take a train from Aswan to Luxor. 

Evening at leisure in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast.

After breakfast, you will be taken by bus to your accommodation in Makadi (Hurghada). Check-in and unwind in the relaxing surroundings of the all-inclusive Prima Life Makadi 5* Resort.

Meals: Breakfast.

You will spend the day snorkeling and having fun on El Giftun Island in the Red Sea. During your Giftun Island snorkeling tour from Hurghada, you will visit two different snorkeling locations to see the marine life of the coral reefs and the fabulously colored fish. If you're lucky, you'll get the opportunity to snorkel in two different locations on your Giftun Island snorkeling tour from Hurghada, where you may enjoy the marine life of the coral reefs and the fabulously colored fish. 

If you're lucky enough, you might be able to swim with Red Sea dolphins, participate in water sports on the stunning Giftun Island, and explore the national park while enjoying an open buffet lunch aboard the boat. Following your Hurghada snorkeling tours, you will return to the harbor and be driven to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast.

After breakfast, we will drive you to a fascinating area between the Hurghada mountains for 35 kilometers till we arrive at the Bedouin hamlet, where you will learn about the modest yet wonderful life of the Bedouins and observe their customs and traditions up close. 

This Hurghada trip includes a camel ride in the desert, as well as an optional quad bike tour around the Bedouin community to enjoy the sunset and traditional BBQ meal. Enjoy the performance and the astronomy experience at night.

Meals: Breakfast.

Breakfast at the hotel, then move to Cairo via bus. End the day at leisure, either relaxing at your hotel or exploring Cairo at night.

Following breakfast at your hotel, you will be taken to the airport for your trip to Dubai. Upon your arrival at Dubai Airport, we will be ready to politely provide directions that will speed up your travel to the lovely hotel in Dubai.

Meals: Breakfast.

Breakfast at the hotel before departing for a full-day tour of Dubai. Before seeing the breathtaking Grand Mosque of Jumeirah, you will stop by the Burj Al Arab hotel for pictures. Built in the historical Fatimid style, this stone edifice pays homage to modern Islamic architecture. You will next continue to Bastakyia, Dubai's old town neighborhood, to explore the Dubai Museum, which is housed in the historic stronghold of Al Fahidi. 

Enjoy stunning views of the city as you cross Dubai Creek in traditional water taxis known as Abras on your way to the Deira neighborhood. The famed Spice Souk will amaze you with its diverse selection of exotic spices. While visiting the neighboring Gold Souk, take advantage of the opportunity to purchase a unique keepsake.

You will then see the well-known Burj Khalifa, which is located in the Dubai Mall. Free lunch before continuing your journey to the Palm Jumeirah in the afternoon, where you will board the monorail to see the Palm. Finally, you will go to the Dubai Marina and conclude at the Mall of the Emirates.

Meals: Breakfast.

Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a full-day tour of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Your first visit will be the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the world's largest mosques, which is entirely covered in marble and features beautiful Islamic decorations and carvings, as well as vast landscaping. 

Then you'll continue your visit to Yas Island and its Red Ferrari's biggest covered park. Stop for lunch at Abu Dhabi's largest mall before traveling past the massive Saadiyat Natural Island project. Before returning to Dubai, visit the iconic Louvre Museum. The excursion concludes near the Mall of Emirates.

Meals: Breakfast.

After breakfast, you will take the route to Sharjah. You will pass by King Faisal Mosque and the Fort of Sharjah, the former residence of the ruling family, before arriving at the Sharjah Heritage Museum, which preserves and displays Sharjah's rich traditional customs and culture as a source of pride and inspiration for Emiratis and visitors to the UAE. Following the visit, you will get the opportunity to explore the vibrant Souq Al Arsa, which is a genuine treasure trove of carpets, jewelry, and more.

Lunch break before traveling across the desert of golden sand dunes. After experiencing a wonderful, authentic Arabian sunset with its grandeur and beauty, you will arrive at the main campground, where you will have the opportunity to have a complimentary camel ride. A magnificent barbecue feast will be made over open flames to the accompaniment of an orchestra. 

Overnight in Dubai.

Meals: Breakfast.

Your last breakfast in Dubai, and your own private vehicle will be waiting for you at the hotel to take you to the airport, where you will catch your aircraft back home.

Meals: Breakfast.