Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Transfer to Giza

• Morning: Arrive at Cairo International Airport. Private transfer to your accommodation at Pyramids Guesthouse Lounge in Giza.
• Afternoon: Check-in and relax. Option to explore the local area or enjoy the view of the Pyramids from the guesthouse.
• Evening: Welcome dinner at a nearby restaurant with views of the Pyramids, such as the Mena House.

Day 2: Giza – Great Pyramids and Sphinx

• Morning: Meditation on the rooftop of Pyramids Guesthouse Lounge
• Afternoon: Guided tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure) and the Sphinx.
• Evening: Attend the Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids and dinner at a restaurant with Pyramid views.

Day 3: Giza – Bedouin Lunch and Desert Experience

• Morning: Morning meditation in front of the Grand Pyramid
• Afternoon: Private camel ride into the desert surrounding Giza, led by a local Bedouin guide.Enjoy a traditional Bedouin lunch in a desert camp setting, with the option of tea or coffee.
• Evening: Return to Pyramids Guesthouse Lounge. Relax and enjoy the sunset over the Pyramids from the guesthouse.

Day 4: Giza to Cairo – Islamic and Coptic Cairo

• Morning: Transfer to Cairo. Visit the Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque for panoramic views of the city.
• Afternoon: Explore Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and St. Sergius Church.
• Evening: Enjoy dinner on the Nile with a river view or take a dinner cruise with live entertainment.

Day 5: Cairo – Optional White Desert Excursion Start

• Morning: Begin your optional two-day excursion to the White Desert. Depart from Cairo in a private 4×4 vehicle with a guide.
• Afternoon: Stop at the Bahariya Oasis, where you can visit the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain.
• Evening: Arrive at the White Desert, famous for its unique chalk rock formations. Enjoy a Bedouin-style dinner and spend the night camping under the stars.

Day 6: White Desert to Cairo

• Morning: Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the White Desert. Breakfast at the campsite.
• Afternoon: Return to Cairo with a stop at the Bahariya Oasis for lunch.
• Evening: Arrive back in Cairo. Overnight at a Cairo hotel or return to Pyramids Guesthouse Lounge in Giza.

Day 7: Cairo to Luxor – East Bank Temples

• Morning: Early flight to Luxor. Transfer to your accommodation at Jolie Ville Resort & Spa Luxor.
• Afternoon: Visit the Karnak Temple complex, one of Egypt’s largest and most impressive temple sites.
• Evening: Visit Luxor Temple, which is beautifully illuminated at night. Return to the Jolie Ville Resort for dinner and relaxation.

Day 8: Luxor – Hot Air Balloon Ride and West Bank Exploration

• Early Morning: Experience a hot air balloon ride over the West Bank of Luxor at sunrise for stunning aerial views of the temples and tombs.
• Morning: After the balloon ride, visit the Valley of the Kings, including the Tombs of Ramses IV, Tutankhamun, and others.
• Afternoon: Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
• Evening: Relax at the Jolie Ville Resort, perhaps enjoying the pool or a spa treatment.

Day 9: Luxor to Nile River Cruise

• Morning: Board your Nile River cruise ship. Settle in and enjoy the onboard amenities.
• Afternoon: Start sailing towards Edfu, enjoying scenic views along the Nile.
• Evening: Themed dinner on the cruise ship with entertainment, such as a belly dance show or Egyptian folklore performance.

Day 10: Nile Cruise – Edfu and Kom Ombo

• Morning: Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt.
• Afternoon: Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the unique double Temple of Sobek and Horus.
• Evening: Enjoy a themed dinner on the cruise ship while sailing to Aswan.

Day 11: Nile Cruise – Aswan Highlights

• Morning: Visit the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk, a massive obelisk left incomplete in the quarry.
• Afternoon: Explore the Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, beautifully located on an island.
• Evening: Enjoy a Nubian show on the cruise ship or take a sunset felucca ride on the Nile.

Day 12: Aswan – Optional Abu Simbel Excursion

• Morning: Optional day trip to Abu Simbel to see the grand temples built by Ramses II.
• Afternoon: Return to Aswan for lunch and free time to explore Aswan’s markets or relax at your hotel.
• Evening: Dinner on board the cruise ship or at a local restaurant in Aswan.

Day 13: Aswan to Abydos

• Morning: Disembark from the cruise and travel to Abydos by road.
• Afternoon: Arrive in Abydos and check in to your hotel.
• Evening: Rest and relax at the hotel. Enjoy a quiet evening in Abydos.

Day 14: Abydos – Temple of Seti I Exploration

• Morning: Visit the Temple of Seti I, dedicated to Osiris, known for its well-preserved reliefs.
• Afternoon: Explore the surrounding area or take a guided tour of the lesser-known temples.
• Evening: Return to your hotel and enjoy dinner.

Day 15: Abydos to Cairo

• Morning: Travel back to Cairo by road or a domestic flight.
• Afternoon: Free time for last-minute shopping or visiting other sites like Al-Azhar Park or Cairo Tower.
• Evening: Farewell dinner at a renowned Cairo restaurant, such as Abou El Sid or Sequoia.

Day 16: Departure from Cairo

• Morning: Free time to relax or visit a nearby market for last-minute souvenirs.
• Afternoon: Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.