Elegant and exotic, Egypt’s enchanting story blends the best of antiquity with the serenity of today. Celebrating the country’s kaleidoscope of adventures, this luxury 2-week luxury tour includes the famous experiences, from the Red Sea to the splendors of Luxor and the Great Pyramids of Giza. It also unravels the hidden side of the country, with private guides, contemporary splendor, and monuments lost in the desert. This is the grand luxury tour, enhanced with a tranquility that always surprises.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Hurghada – Tranquility Along the Red Sea
The typical Egyptian tour starts amongst the baffling bustle of Cairo, rushes around the famous attractions, and only gives you time to breathe when finishing at a Red Sea resort. However, despite the preconceptions and busy Cairo, this is actually a very relaxed country. Time moves slowly, with an air of serenity reflecting its Saharan location and tradition. The Red Sea is the perfect place to slow down and settle into a tranquil ambiance. Private beaches stretch out for long distances, and they’re hardly marked by footprints. Private suites are shaded by palm trees, and exotic colors merge along the panorama. Start in the Red Sea, and you’ll be fully energized for the journey through antiquity, helping you take in the exquisite details that most will overlook. After changing planes at Cairo International Airport, you fly to Hurghada and head straight to your fabulous luxury accommodation by the sea, where there’s no need for shoes.
What's Included:
Day 2 - 4
Hurghada – The Exotic Charm of Egypt’s Coast
Day 5
Nile Cruise – Across the Sparkling Desert to Luxor’s West Bank
Day 6
Nile Cruise – Hidden Sights of Egypt’s Ancient Cities
Day 7
Nile Cruise – Intricate Wonders of Luxor’s East Bank
Day 8
Nile Cruise – The Cult Temple of Horus
Day 9
Nile Cruise – The Crocodile God and Cruising Into Aswan
Day 10
Nile Cruise – Felucca Cruising Around the Gardens of the Nile
Day 11
Nile Cruise – Discovering Aswan High Dam and the Temple of Philae
Day 12
Cairo – Private Tour of the Egyptian Museum and Modern Cairo
Day 13
Cairo – Journey Through the Relics of Past Ages
Day 14
Cairo – Gazing Over the Pyramids and Departure
Trip Highlights
- Discover the tranquility of the Red Sea and lounge on the beaches of Egypt’s untouched coastline
- Cruise in style with seven nights on the Nile’s most luxurious boat, where spa treatments and a decadent suite complement the attractions along the riverbanks
- Marvel at the wonders of Luxor with exclusive tours of the monuments on both the West and East banks
- Uncover a hidden side to ancient Egypt by visiting tombs and temples that are off most itineraries, such as the mighty Dendera Temple
- Explore Aswan in a traditional felucca sailboat, enjoying a private journey through the lush gardens and islands of the Nile
- Unravel the complexities of Cairo with a private guide, visiting the relics of the past and the complex narratives of today
- Sleep just a few hundred meters from the Great Pyramids of Giza and admire the world-famous wonders before the crowds arrive
- Travel with expert Egyptologist guides who bring the ancient monuments to life
- Stay in some of Egypt’s finest properties, each handpicked to complement the atmosphere of their locations
Detailed Description
Egypt dazzles from all angles. Sparkling reefs stretch out from remote, untouched beaches. Ancient cities hide in the desert, beneath a backdrop of sandstone mountains. Spectacular tombs and temples reveal the grandeur of history, the world’s most astonishing monuments gathering on an improbable scale. Pyramids rise evocatively, villages cling to the Nile, and traditional sailboats pass lush garden islands. This luxury vacation reveals antiquities and the spectacular wonders of ancient Egypt. But it also immerses you in narratives of modernity, as seen in desert oases, city squares, and the enthusiasm of today.
This classic luxury tour brings the dazzling angles together. Spend seven days cruising along the Nile in the most opulent of its vessels, enjoying spa treatments and contemporary design while drifting past the odes to history. Explore famous monuments like the Valley of the Kings and Great Pyramid of Giza, but avoid the tour buses and absorb the narratives from private Egyptologist guides. Visiting attractions like the Temple of Horus and Tombs of Nobles is one thing. Being alone in these marvels of history is quite another, celebrating the atmosphere of past centuries and giving you time to explore the captivating details.
Over two weeks, you piece together both the famous and lesser-visited attractions. Four nights at a Red Sea resort is the standard way to finish an Egypt tour. However, it’s more salubrious as a way to start your journey. Relax on the beaches, settle into the country’s rhythm, explore exotic reefs, and fully prepare yourself for the journey through history. Egypt shouldn’t be a mad sightseeing rush. It’s a country to be savored, and succumbing to the Red Sea ambiance is the perfect way to begin the journey.
After a few days of relaxation, you drive to Luxor and spend the first of your nights on the lavish Oberoi Zahra Nile. Spend three days docked amongst the world’s greatest open-air museum, enjoying intimate tours through the attractions of the East Bank and West Bank. Three nights gives you ample time, allowing you to focus on the elaborate details, not just the mind-boggling scale of Luxor. Admire the life along the riverbanks as you cruise south, where three-millennia-old monuments juxtapose traditional Nubian villages and lush island gardens. Disembark and cruise in a felucca sailboat, discover the cult of the crocodile god, and lose yourself in the serene atmosphere of Aswan.
By the end of the itinerary, you’ll be fully attuned to the culture and lifestyles of Egypt, which makes arriving in Cairo far less daunting. Your hotel overlooks the Great Pyramid of Giza, and a private guide unravels the colorful complexities of this famous capital. Of course, you’ll see the essentials, like the Tutankhamen exhibit and the Sphinx. But there’s so much more. See the first ever pyramid, enjoy exclusive evening access to Bayt Al-Suhaymi, discuss modern Egypt at Tahrir Square, and visit everything from vibrant bazaars to millennia-old Islamic alleyways.
Starting Price
$18,200 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.89 stars based on 454 reviews.
I loved my trip to Egypt and Jordan, planned by Zicasso's tour company! The tours were well run, the guides were fantastic, and the history and scenery were absolutely breathtaking. Every day brought something beautiful and unforgettable. Highly recommend!
Reviewed By Toni W.
Zicasso's tour operator took care of everything. All we had to do was show up. Our tour guides in Cairo and Luxor were great and very knowledgeable. They took very good care of us. I would definitely recommend this company. We saw everything we hoped for in four short days.
Reviewed By Onika W.
Everything from the airport meet in Cairo to the airport departure from Cairo was perfect. Each guide was an expert, engaging, and excited to discuss and describe our various sightseeing adventures. The hotels were also fabulous. We could not have expected any more.
Reviewed By douglas M.
Through no fault of Zicasso's tour company, we were not able to do the Jordan portion of our trip due to the outbreak of hostilities between Israel, Iran, and then the US. When learning Jordanian airspace was closed, the company jumped into action to provide us with immediate alternatives to the Jordan portion of the trip, including a full refund for that portion if so desired. But because they had done such a fabulous job on the Egypt portion of the trip, we decided to extend our Egypt trip and spend several days in Alexandria and out in the desert at an oasis.
My wife and I cannot say enough good things about the job Zicasso's travel company did for us. We received first-class service, travel, and accommodations, with help, from the moment we deplaned in Cairo until we went back to the airport to leave Egypt 15 days later.
My wife and I travel each summer to Europe and beyond, and most often do our trips entirely on our own. However, Egypt and Jordan are places I believe American tourists need help with at most stages of the journey ,and our travel company provided that help in an extraordinary way. I would personally recommend this company to all of my traveling friends, as well as anyone else interested in my opinion.
Reviewed By James L.
Our journey through Turkey and Egypt in May 2025 with Zicasso's travel company was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment we landed until our final departure, every detail was thoughtfully arranged, making the experience seamless, immersive, and truly unforgettable.
What set this trip apart was our exceptional tour guides. In both countries, the guides were not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also passionate, warm, and attentive. They brought the rich histories of Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Cairo, Luxor, and beyond vividly to life. Whether we were exploring ancient ruins or navigating vibrant bazaars, our guides made every moment engaging and meaningful.
A special mention must go to our tour organizer. His behind-the-scenes coordination, quick responsiveness, and personal care were evident throughout. He ensured every transition was smooth, every need was anticipated, and every traveler felt individually looked after. His dedication and professionalism elevated the entire experience.
We returned home with a deeper appreciation of these remarkable destinations, lasting memories, and a strong desire to travel again with our travel company. We highly recommended them for anyone seeking a thoughtfully curated, high-touch travel experience.
— Dr. Vishnu P.
Reviewed By Vishnu P.
This trip was a trip of a lifetime, and Zicasso's travel company made sure we did everything on our bucket list, from going inside a pyramid to a Nile cruise, the Valley of the Kings, and a couple of days of relaxing at a resort on the Red Sea. They stayed within our budget by listening to us and tweaking the trip (over and over and over, they were so patient with me). I have already referred them to two friends and I can't say enough good things about this travel company. Thanks, Zicasso, for always vetting the best companies!
Reviewed By Tracie C.