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Cairo Highlights

Day 1 | Montreal — Departure to Egypt — Board your international flight to Egypt.

Day 2 | Cairo — Arrival — Welcome transfer; check-in to Ramsès Hilton Hotel (5★) with Nile views; evening at leisure

Day 3 | Cairo — Giza & Grand Egyptian Museum — Pyramids of Giza & Great Sphinx (7 Wonders of the Ancient World); panoramic viewpoint; Grand Egyptian Museum with colossal statues & ancient artifacts; optional Nile dinner cruise

Day 4 | Cairo — NMEC & Saqqara — Royal Mummies Hall (22 pharaohs including Ramses II); National Museum of Egyptian Civilization; Step Pyramid of Djoser (world's oldest stone structure, 2650 BC); decorated mastaba tombs; optional Khan el-Khalili bazaar visit

Desert Adventure (Days 5–8)

Day 5 | Fayoum → Valley of the Whales → El Bahareya Oasis — Meidum Pyramid exterior; Valley of the Whales UNESCO fossil site; Prehistoric Museum; overnight in desert oasis hotel

Day 6 | Black Desert → White Desert Camp — Museum of Greco-Roman golden mummies; dramatic Black Desert volcanic landscape; quartzite "glass mountain"; deluxe tent camp under the stars

Day 7 | White Desert — Full Day — Full day exploring Egypt's largest protected national park; wind-sculpted chalk formations; unique picnic lunch in the desert

Day 8 | El Farafra → Cairo — El Badr Museum visit showcasing oasis art and culture; return to Ramsès Hilton Cairo

Luxury Nile Dahabeya Cruise (Aswan → Luxor)

Day 9 | Cairo → Abu Simbel → Aswan — Embarkation — Domestic flight to Aswan; connection to Abu Simbel; Temples of Ramses II & Nefertari (UNESCO rescue, 1968); board luxury dahabeya; felucca ride at sunset

Day 10 | Aswan — Philae, High Dam & Hor Diab Island — Temple of Philae (goddess Isis, UNESCO-rescued); Aswan High Dam and Lake Nasser story; swim in the crystal-clear Nile at Hor Diab Island

Day 11 | Kom Ombo & Gebel El Silsillah — Dual temple of Sobek & Haroeris; ancient stone calendar and obstetric instruments; Gebel El Silsillah sandstone quarry (off tourist circuit); BBQ dinner with local music

Day 12 | Edfu — Temple of Horus — Horse-drawn carriage through Edfu village; Temple of Horus, Egypt's best-preserved Greco-Roman temple; navigation to Esna overnight

Day 13 | Luxor — Valley of the Kings, Karnak & Luxor Temples — Esna Lock spectacle; Valley of the Kings (62 tombs; 3 included); Temple of Hatshepsut carved into limestone cliffs; Colossi of Memnon; Karnak Temple with its 134-column Hypostyle Hall; Luxor Temple at sunset; Avenue of Rams

Red Sea Resort Stay

Day 14 | Luxor → Dendera → Hurghada — Temple of Hathor at Dendera (astronomical secrets and winged zodiac signs); drive to Hurghada Red Sea resort; welcome cocktail at Fort Arabesque Hotel (5★)

Days 15–16 | Hurghada — Red Sea Beach — Free days on the Red Sea; snorkeling among coral reefs, fish and turtles; optional Thai massage and water sports

Day 17 | Hurghada → Cairo — Final morning at the beach; domestic flight Hurghada → Cairo; evening at leisure

Day 18 | Cairo — Departure — Final breakfast; private transfer to Cairo International Airport — Ma'a salama, Misr!

Itinerary Route Map

Included

✓ International flight from Montreal roundtrip

✓ Domestic flights (as per itinerary)

✓ Airport arrival & departure transfers with French/English-speaking Egyptologist guide

✓ 4 nights accommodation at Ramsès Hilton Hotel Cairo (5★) — Bed & Breakfast

✓ 1 night accommodation at Ramsès Hilton Hotel Cairo (5★) — Bed & Breakfast

✓ 3 nights deluxe desert camp — Full Board

✓ 5 nights luxury Nile dahabeya cruise (5★) — Full Board

✓ 3 nights Fort Arabesque Hotel Hurghada (5★) — Full Board

✓ Temple of Abu Simbel visit (Ramses II & Nefertari)

✓ Pyramids of Giza & Great Sphinx visit

✓ Grand Egyptian Museum visit

✓ National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) & Royal Mummies Hall

✓ Saqqara Step Pyramid & mastaba tombs visit

✓ Meidum Pyramid exterior visit

✓ Valley of the Whales (Wadi El Hittan) & Prehistoric Museum

✓ Museum of Greco-Roman golden mummies (El Bahareya)

✓ Black Desert & White Desert exploration

✓ El Badr Museum visit (El Farafra)

✓ Temple of Philae visit (Aswan)

✓ Aswan High Dam visit

✓ Felucca ride on the Nile

✓ Gebel El Silsillah sandstone quarry visit (off tourist circuit)

✓ Kom Ombo Temple visit

✓ Temple of Horus at Edfu — horse-drawn carriage included

✓ Valley of the Kings (3 tombs included)

✓ Temple of Hatshepsut visit

✓ Colossi of Memnon photo stop

✓ Karnak Temple Complex visit

✓ Luxor Temple & Avenue of Rams visit

✓ Temple of Hathor at Dendera visit

✓ All entrance fees to sites mentioned in itinerary

✓ Private air-conditioned vehicle transfers throughout

✓ BBQ dinner with local music (Day 10)

Not Included

✗ Egyptian tourist visa (approx. USD 25 on arrival)

✗ Travel and medical evacuation insurance

✗ Tutankhamun's tomb entrance (optional, additional fee)

✗ Pyramid interior entrance (optional, additional fee)

✗ Lunches in Cairo (Days 2, 3 & 7)

✗ Lunch on Day 13 (Dendera stop)

✗ Optional Nile dinner cruise in Cairo

✗ Optional snorkeling equipment (available for purchase on site in Hurghada)

✗ Optional Thai massage or water sports in Hurghada

✗ Personal expenses (laundry, beverages, souvenirs)

✗ Tips and gratuities for guide, driver, and cruise staff

Tour package rates – Tour package rates are starting-from prices per person, based on double occupancy, and include the applicable flight rates and taxes. Rates are valid for the specified travel dates and are based on the itinerary details, selected flights and airline, specified hotels and accommodations, and meal plan indicated in the itinerary. Hotel ratings may differ from North American standards. Rates and hotel selections are subject to availability at the time of reservation and may change until all travel arrangements are confirmed. Any changes to the travel dates, itinerary, flights, hotels, accommodations, meal plan, or occupancy may result in revised rates.

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Ramsès Hilton Hotel 5★ | Cairo

Days 2-4, Day 8 & Day 17 & 18

Iconic 5-star landmark in the heart of Cairo, steps from Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum. Features stunning panoramic Nile River views, multiple restaurants and bars, outdoor pool, and fitness center. Centrally positioned for easy access to all Cairo attractions.

Luxury Nile Cruise Ship 5★ | Aswan to Luxor

(Days 9-14)

Luxury Nile Cruise Ship — Aswan to Luxor
Your floating 5-star hotel sailing the legendary Nile from Aswan to Luxor. Comfortable well-appointed cabins with river views, full-board dining, sun deck, and onboard entertainment. The classic way to experience Egypt's ancient temples in comfort and style.

Luxury Nile Cruise Ship 5★ | Aswan to Luxor

Luxury Nile Cruise Ship 5★ | Aswan to Luxor 2

Luxury Nile Cruise Ship 5★ | Aswan to Luxor 3

Desert Hotel 3 ★ | El Bahareya Oasis

Day 5

A comfortable desert retreat in the heart of El Bahareya Oasis, surrounded by palm groves and golden dunes. Simple but charming accommodations offering an authentic oasis experience far from the tourist trail. Full board included.

Deluxe Tent Camp 4★ | White Desert

Days 6-7

An unforgettable glamping experience under the vast Egyptian sky, set among the surreal chalk-white rock formations of the White Desert National Park. Comfortable deluxe tents with bedding, lighting, and private facilities. Dinner and breakfast served in the open desert — one of the most unique overnight experiences in Egypt.

Fort Arabesque Hotel 5★| Hurghada

Days 14–17

An all-inclusive 5-star beachfront resort on the Red Sea, featuring direct access to pristine coral reefs, multiple pools, restaurants, spa, and water sports facilities. Renowned for its exceptional snorkeling and diving directly from the beach. A perfect finale to an extraordinary Egyptian journey.

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Egypt - General Info

Passport & Entry Requirements Valid passport required with at least 6 months validity beyond your travel dates. Canadian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Cairo International Airport (approx. USD 25) or apply in advance for an e-Visa online at visa2egypt.gov.eg.

Vaccinations & Health No mandatory vaccinations required for entry from Canada. However, the following are recommended:

Hepatitis A & B
Typhoid
Tetanus-Diphtheria
COVID-19 (as per current guidelines)

Consult your travel health clinic at least 6–8 weeks before departure.

Travel Insurance Comprehensive travel and medical evacuation insurance is strongly recommended and not included in the tour price.

Currency Egyptian Pound (EGP). USD and EUR are widely accepted at tourist sites. Credit cards accepted at hotels; carry cash for markets, tips, and optional activities.

Climate & Clothing Egypt is hot and dry year-round. Light, breathable clothing recommended. Modest dress required when visiting mosques and religious sites (shoulders and knees covered). Comfortable walking shoes essential.

Time Zone Egypt Standard Time (EET) — UTC+2. No daylight saving time.

Language Arabic is the official language. English is widely spoken at hotels, tourist sites, and restaurants.

Electricity 220V / 50Hz. Type C & F plugs (European round pin). Bring a universal adapter.

Photography Photography permitted at most sites; some tombs and museums charge an additional camera fee. Always ask permission before photographing local people.

Safety Egypt is generally safe for tourists. Follow your guide's instructions at all times and stay with your group at archaeological sites.

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Egypt Grand Discovery Tour & Red Sea Resort | 18 Days

Egypt Grand Discovery Tour & Red Sea Resort | 18 Days

Name: Egypt Grand Discovery Tour & Red Sea Resort | 18 Days
Brand: CAP AVENTUER & découverte
Price: 11749.0 CAD
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Cairo · Black & White Deserts · Luxury Nile Cruise & Hurghada Red Sea Resort Stay

Experience the ultimate Egyptian adventure on this immersive 17-day journey through the land of the pharaohs. Go beyond the iconic pyramids to discover Egypt's hidden treasures — the mystical Black and White Deserts, the ancient Fayoum Oasis, the temples of Abu Simbel, Aswan, and Luxor, a luxury Nile cruise on a private dahabeya, and a relaxing finale at Hurghada's Red Sea resort.

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$ 11,749 CDN

Per person, double occupancy. Taxes included

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Montreal — Egypt

Board your International flight to destination.

Day 2: Arrival in Cairo

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by your Egyptologist guide. Your representative will assist with visa procedures (if needed), luggage collection, and customs clearance. Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in downtown Cairo (approx. 45–60 min). The Ramsès Hilton is centrally located near the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square, with stunning Nile views. Evening at leisure — stroll along the Nile Corniche or relax at the hotel.

Accommodation: Ramsès Hilton Hotel ★★★★★ | Meals: None (on your own)

Day 3: Cairo — Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum

After breakfast, meet your Egyptologist guide and transfer to the Giza Plateau. Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Khufu — one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World — along with the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure. Visit the enigmatic Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple. After lunch (own expense), explore the Grand Egyptian Museum featuring colossal statues and thousands of ancient artifacts spanning 5,000 years of history.

Accommodation: Ramsès Hilton Hotel ★★★★★ | Meals: Breakfast included

Day 4: Cairo — NMEC & Saqqara

Morning visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) in Old Cairo, home to the Royal Mummies Hall displaying 22 pharaohs including Ramses II and Hatshepsut in state-of-the-art climate-controlled cases. After lunch (own expense), continue to Saqqara to visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser (2650 BC) — the world's oldest major stone structure — and the beautifully decorated mastaba tombs of Mereruka and Kagemni.

Accommodation: Ramsès Hilton Hotel ★★★★★ | Meals: Breakfast included

Day 5: Cairo → Fayoum → Valley of the Whales → El Bahareya Oasis

Check out of your Cairo hotel and meet your desert guide for a 3-night off-the-beaten-path excursion by all-terrain vehicle. En route, visit the Meidum Pyramid — the first stepped pyramid with smooth faces. Continue to Wadi El Hittan (Valley of the Whales), a UNESCO World Heritage site and the world's largest fossil site documenting the evolution of whales from land to sea mammals. Visit the Prehistoric Museum before heading to El Bahareya Oasis for dinner and an overnight stay in a desert hotel.

Accommodation: Desert Hotel, El Bahareya Oasis | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner included

Day 6: El Bahareya → Black Desert → White Desert Camp

Begin with a visit to the Museum of Greco-Roman golden mummies — discovered by chance when a villager's donkey fell into a desert hole. Explore the dramatic Black Desert, formed by dolerite, iron pyrite, and basalt remnants of ancient volcanic eruptions. Pass through the quartzite "glass mountain" before arriving at the surreal White Desert to settle into your deluxe tent camp under the stars.

Accommodation: Deluxe Tent Camp, White Desert | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner included

Day 7: White Desert — Full Day Exploration

A full day walking through Egypt's most beautiful and largest protected national park — the White Desert. Marvel at the extraordinary chalk-white limestone formations sculpted by wind into shapes resembling rabbits, mushrooms, sphinxes, and camels. Enjoy a unique picnic lunch in the desert. Return to camp for relaxation and dinner under the vast desert sky.

Accommodation: Deluxe Tent Camp, White Desert | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Day 8: White Desert → El Farafra → Cairo

Return toward Cairo with a stop at the El Badr Museum in El Farafra — an intimate museum showcasing the life, art, painting, weaving, and sculpting traditions of oasis dwellers. Lunch at own expense. Continue to Cairo for check-in at the Ramsès Hilton.

Accommodation: Ramsès Hilton Hotel ★★★★★ | Meals: Breakfast included

Day 9: Cairo → Abu Simbel → Aswan — Nile Cruise Embarkation

Early morning transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan with an immediate connection to Abu Simbel. Visit the colossal Temple of Ramses II and the adjacent Temple of Nefertari — two of Egypt's most awe-inspiring monuments, rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser by UNESCO in 1968. Return flight to Aswan and board your private luxury dahabeya. Enjoy lunch on board followed by a relaxing felucca ride on the Nile at sunset.