The Best Time of Year to Visit Egypt
From the cool temple-perfect months to shoulder-season bargains — how to pick your dates for the trip you actually want.
2 nights Cairo / 4 nights Sharm El Sheikh
Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where the tour manager welcomes and assists with arrival procedures. Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to explore the Great Pyramids of Giza, starting with the Pyramid of Cheops, followed by Chephren and Mycerinus. Enjoy panoramic views from the Giza plateau and the chance for photos around the Pyramids. Continue to the Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then transfer to the hotel for check-in.
As per program
After breakfast, visit the Pharaonic Village, an open-air museum that recreates the sights and sounds of ancient Egypt through interactive exhibits and replicas. Highlights may include the Ramses II Temple replica, Tutankhamun tomb replica, and several themed museums. Lunch is served at a restaurant with Nile River views. Continue to Old Cairo to visit Coptic Cairo, including the Roman fortress of Babylon, the Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Later, explore Khan El-Khalili Bazaar and end the day with dinner at a local restaurant before returning to the hotel.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
After an early breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Sharm El Sheikh by road, approximately five hours driving. Upon arrival, the representative assists with hotel check-in. Spend the afternoon and evening free at leisure. Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner - all inclusive
Optional afternoon quad bike adventure in the Sinai desert. After a safety briefing, drive across the desert and enjoy the mountain scenery. Stop at a high point for rest and traditional Bedouin herbal tea, then return to the quad bike center and transfer back to the hotel. Spend the evening at leisure. Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
After breakfast, optional boat trip to Ras Mohamed National Park. Sail from the sea dock to explore the Red Sea's underwater world, known for colorful fish and coral reefs. The boat stops several times for swimming and snorkeling, with lunch served during the tour. Return to shore and transfer back to the hotel. Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
After breakfast, optional glass boat trip in Sharm El Sheikh. Transfer to the boat point and enjoy views of the underwater life through the glass bottom boat, including colorful fish and coral scenery. After the trip, transfer back to the hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
On the final day, enjoy breakfast at the hotel and prepare for check-out. The representative transfers the group to the airport for the flight back home. End of service.
Breakfast
2 Pax
$2,132
Per person
2-4 Pax
$1,924
Save 9% per person
4-6 Pax
$1,560
Save 26% per person
6-10 Pax
$1,430
Save 32% per person
10-15 Pax
$1,352
Save 36% per person
15-45 Pax
$1,274
Save 40% per person
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Program 1 | Cairo, Nile Cruise and Sleeper Train
2 nights Cairo / 2 nights Sharm El Sheikh / 1 night St. Catherine
