Family Adventure in Egypt
Egypt is a destination that you should not miss off your family vacation bucket list. It is so great to read about the splendid ancient Egyptian civilization, or see videos, but how much better to experience the awesome sights together with your loved ones!
With this 10-day Egypt family tour, you will not only explore the pyramids and witness the pharaohs' mummies, but also have a desert camel ride, sail the Nile, snorkel in the Red Sea, and do a desert safari.
Days
10
Price
US$1,879 p/p
Best For
Family
Best Time
Nov. to Feb.
Tour Highlights
Witness one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Decode the technology of building the pyramids and sphinx.
See the amazing gold mask of King Tutankhamun and his rare treasures. Seek out the only mummy that has a passport.
Witness the solemnity of the biggest temple complex in Egypt. The great sculptures, columns, obelisk, murals, and hieroglyphics are all evidence of the glory of ancient Egypt.
Visit the Temple of Luxor at night. Feel the mysterious and sacred atmosphere of ancient ceremonies a step closer after dark.
Visit the Valley of Kings. Read stories told by the exquisite murals at the place where pharaohs' mummies were found.
Experience a felucca (traditional Egyptian sailing boat) ride on the Nile and enjoy the scenery along the river.
Have a mini sea voyage and enjoy snorkeling and swimming with adorable dolphins.
Enjoy the breathtaking desert scenery and visit local Bedouin tribes to discover their lifestyle.
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Itinerary Details
Arrive in Cairo, the capital of Egypt and a city with thousands of years of ancient tradition. Your guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza at your own pace accompanied by your personal guide. After having a panoramic view of the pyramids from the best angle, then draw closer to the huge architecture. Listen to stories of how ancient Egyptian people build the pyramids and sphinx and of their beliefs about becoming immortal.
Take a camel ride around the pyramids to finish the visit.
Learn more about the splendid history and culture of Egypt in the great museums of Cairo. Marvel at the exquisite collection of Tutankhamun treasures. And see what pharaohs' mummies are really like in the Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
Let the facts about ancient Egypt in your kids' textbooks come to life!
Explore the bustling Khan el-Khalili bazaar to experience the unique Arabian atmosphere. Feel like you're in the stories of The Thousand and One Nights.
Fly from Cairo to Luxor. Enjoy some free time in Luxor before having a night tour of Luxor Temple. You will avoid the crowds during the evening off-peak time. Visit the temple at dusk, when the purple glow and scattered lights add to the mysterious and glamorous appearance of this architectural wonder. Appreciate the temple's beguiling beauty.
Visit the marvelous Karnak Temple Complex. Appreciate the gigantic hall of supporting columns with elaborately carved hieroglyphs and the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes in the Temple of Amun. You will also see the statues of Ramses II and his beloved wife, Nefertari.
Experience sailing on a felucca on the Nile in the afternoon. It is one of the top things to do for those looking for a relaxing vacation in Egypt.
After a satisfying breakfast in the hotel, your guide will drive you to the Valley of the Kings and Queens, which houses the tombs of 63 pharaohs, including the mysterious Tutankhamun II.
You will get flashbacks into the royal family's life in their glory days as you survey the breathtaking underground palaces, amazing paintings, and marvelous pillars.
Drive from Luxor to Hurghada. Check in at a 5-star hotel on the beach and enjoy your free time for the rest of the day.
Set sail on the immense blue sea and enjoy the balmy Indian Ocean breeze. You might meet a pod of adorable dolphins! I bet you can’t wait to join these playful creatures. Don’t worry, you will be provided with full equipment for snorkeling — just have fun and swim with the rich sea life!
Jump into a 4x4 car with us, and join an expedition into the desert. Enjoy the breathtaking desert views along the road, and then visit the local Bedouin tribes. See how they graze their cattle and make traditional food and tea. Experience their courageous spirit and pursuit of freedom.
On the last part of your journey, take in panoramic desert views of the undulating sand dunes, listen to the whispers of the hot, dry wind, and bury your stress deep in the boundless sand.
Fly from Hurghada to Cairo and connect with your flight back home.
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