Egypt Travel Package 8 Days Hurghada Nile Cruise with White desert

Early Morning:

Breakfast at the hotel: Rev up with an early breakfast at your hotel in Hurghada.
Pick up from the hotel lobby: Be in the hotel lobby ready for pick up as you get ready to leave for Cairo.
Morning to Midday:

Drive to Cairo: Enjoy the drive along the scenic route to Cairo from Hurghada. Spend this time by merely relaxing or catching up on some reading about the historical places you are going to visit.
Visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum:

Upon arrival in Cairo, embark on a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum. On a visit here, you get to witness the world's largest collection of ancient Egypt's artifacts and be whisked through a journey across Egypt's history.
Afternoon:

Lunch at a local restaurant:

After you have spent your time at the Museum, you can proceed for lunch at a local restaurant where you can indulge in local Egyptian delicacies.

Afternoon Visit the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx:

Afternoon sees you heading to the Giza Plateau to view the internationally renowned Pyramids and the Sphinx. Take a guided tour of the area and learn about the historical background of these ancient buildings as well as the architectural masterpieces they were.

Evening:
Check-in to your hotel in Cairo: After this style-filled day of activity, check into your hotel in Cairo.
Evening free: Free time in the evening at the hotel or visit nearby areas.
Overnight:

Stay at Cairo hotel: Take a good night's rest at your Cairo Hotel.

Morning:
Breakfast at Hotel: Enjoy a good breakfast at the hotel and refresh for the day ahead with all sightseeing activities.
Check-out: Get all your stuff packed and check out from the hotel.
Tahrir Square: Begin your sightseeing in this city with Tahrir Square, cosmopolitan hub of modern Egyptian history. Take a little time to absorb the liveliness.
Mid-Morning to Afternoon:

Visit the Citadel of Saladin, one of the amazing medieval Islamic fortifications. Apart from this, inside the Citadel, the beautiful architecture of Alabaster Mosque offers excellent views over Cairo.
Lunch: Try traditional Egyptian food at a local restaurant. You have an excellent opportunity to try Koshari or Shawarma.
Afternoon to Early Evening

Old Cairo Exploration: Next, visit Old Cairo, which contains so many historic churches, like the Hanging Church and other religious places.
Khan El Khalili Bazaar: Finish this view with a visit to Khan El Khalili Bazaar. This bazaar is one of the best places to shop for souvenirs, spices, and local handmade crafts.
Evening:

Check-in to another hotel in Cairo for the night
Dinner at the Hotel: Relax to a nice dinner at the Hotel's Restaurant. You will have a chance to try more Egyptian delicacies.
Overnight:

Chill and refresh: You can use the services of the hotel or spend some time in your room to refresh yourself for the next day's activities.

Morning:
Hotel breakfast: Kick start the day with a good breakfast at your hotel. This will be the time you get to get ready for today's long adventurous drive.
Drive to Bahariya Oasis: After checking out from your hotel, start driving towards Bahariya Oasis. As you drive on, you will be splendidly awed by the desert scenery unfolding in the process, providing you with a hint of the extent and beauty of Egypt's deserts.
Midday:

Arrival at Bahariya Oasis: Reach Bahariya Oasis, an oasis in the real sense within the desert. It clearly is a sharp contrast to the parched landscapes one has gone through.
Homely lunch: Be feted with some traditional Egyptian hospitality over a home-cooked lunch at a local's house. This is a lovely way to get up-close and personal with the locals and their cuisine.
Afternoon:

4x4 Jeep Tour: Embark on a thrilling ride with 4x4 Jeeps across the desert, starting after lunch. The best of the best tour includes:
Black Desert: Explore volcanic hills and mounds covered by small black stones.
El Heiz Cold Spring: Refresh yourself at this rare desert spring.
Crystal Mountain: See the natural rock formations and crystals.
Aqabat Valley: Rough drive but with beautiful scenery.
Moon Cave and Sandboarding: feel the adrenaline while sandboarding down dunes and explore the moon cave with its incredibly unique rock formations.
View of Endless Dunes: Full'on adventure culminates with a view from Endless Dunes, depicting an ultimate experience in the Desert.
Evening:

Set Up Camp in White Desert: Setting up camp in the White Desert as the sun sets, this place is famous for its surreal chalky rock formations that resemble snow in the middle of a desert backdrop.
Dinner under Stars: The camp-cooked dinner will be served under starry skies, proving to be a serene and scintillating end to your adventurous day.

Overnight:

White Desert Camping: Overnight stay in tents amidst the serene, otherworldly landscape of the White Desert. This is an absolute chance to get connected with nature and spend a serene dessert night.

Morning:

Camp Breakfast: Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the camp amidst the tranquil scenery of the White Desert.
New White Desert: See the New White Desert with its more recently exposed and unique rock formations that create a mesmerizing lunar landscape.
Visit of the Tree of Life: Stop to explore the Tree of Life, a single acacia tree, and see for yourself how life can persist even in a harsh desert.
Midday:

Back to Bahariya: Drive back to Bahariya Oasis to freshen up and relax after the morning's events.
Lunch at a local's: Enjoy a homemade meal at the home of a local in Bahariya. This will be your last opportunity to meet friendly Egyptians and sample even more rich Egyptian hospitality and cuisine.
Afternoon to Evening:

Drive back to Cairo: Start the would-be-long drive back to Cairo after lunch. This drive will take a few hours where you could relax and reflect on your desert adventure.
Explore Khan El Khalili and El Moez Street: Upon arrival in Cairo, get this unforgettable Khan El Khalili bazaar and El Moez Street. These historic bazaars are magnificent places in feeling the pulse of Cairo, shopping for souvenirs, and trying local snacks.
Late Evening:

Reach Giza Train Station: Transfer to Giza train station for an overnight sleeper train to Aswan.
Dinner on Board: Enjoy a relaxed dinner on the train while getting prepared for the night.
Overnight:

By Sleeper Train: A comfortable journey onboard the sleeper train will treat you to have a rest and refresh yourself before your arrival in Aswan.

Morning:

Breakfast on the train: Start your day with breakfast aboard the overnight sleeper train as you approach Aswan.

Visit to the Aswan High Dam: Begin your explorations with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, a marvel of modern engineering that has had a significant impact on Egypt’s agriculture and economy.

Mid-Morning:

Philae Temple: After the dam, proceed to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. This temple is not only a beautiful example of ancient Egyptian architecture but also a testament to modern engineering due to its relocation to save it from flooding.

Noon:

Check-in to the Nile Cruise: Arrive at your Nile Cruise ship and check in. Take some time to settle into your cabin and explore the amenities offered on board.

Lunch on the cruise: Enjoy a delicious lunch on board, featuring a variety of local and international dishes as you begin your cruise down the Nile.

Afternoon:

Visit to a Nubian Village: In the afternoon, take a trip to a nearby Nubian village. This visit allows you to learn about the culture and traditions of the Nubian people, known for their rich history, vibrant art, and strong community ties.

Evening:

Dinner on the cruise: Return to the cruise ship for dinner. This meal provides another opportunity to savor the culinary delights of Egypt while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the Nile at night.

Overnight:

Overnight aboard the cruise: Spend the night aboard the cruise ship. This offers a perfect chance to relax under the starlit Egyptian sky and reflect on the day’s adventures.

Early Morning:

Morning Coffee at the Cruise Bar: Start your day right by sipping fresh coffee prepared at the cruise bar of your Nile cruise. Take some time to enjoy the feeling of the Nile during the calm morning hours, as you shall prepare yourself for a busy day.
Transfer to Abu Simbel Very Early: You will be leaving from the cruise quite early so that you do reach Abu Simbel beforehand and spend sufficient time at this ancient archaeological site.
Early Morning:

Start the visit at the colossal Great Temple of Ramesses the Great, one of the most striking monuments of Egypt; it is construed to be among the very great monuments that shows a lot of grandeur and a lot of historical credence.
Visit the Small Temple of Nefertari: After seeing the Grand Temple, take a small walk to the nearby Small Temple of Nefertari, which was constructed for the beloved wife of Ramesses II. It is as beautiful as the first, with colorful wall paintings and architectural beauty.
Midday:

Return to Cruise for Lunch: Return to your cruise ship in time for lunch. Take a break and enjoy lunch on board while you sail to the next destination.
Afternoon:

Arrival in Kom Ombo: Finally, arrive in Kom-ombo, a town dwarfed by its enormous temple complex. Explore the vast Temple of Kom Ombo, itself dedicated to two gods: Sobek and Haroeris. Its unique dual design is said to reflect this dedication to two sets of deities.
Visit the Crocodile Museum: Visit the local Crocodile Museum, having the mummified remains of crocodiles and monuments from Sobek cults, providing insight into his role in ancient Egyptian mythology.
Evening:

Dinner on the Cruise: Enjoy dinner on board as this cruise sails towards Edfu city. This shall be your chance to wind up and relish the beauty of the Nile views.
Overnight:

Sail to Edfu: Sail towards Edfu city.
Overnight on the Cruise: Spend your night on board the cruise while it drifts along the Nile, providing a serene end to a day of historical expeditions.

Morning:

Brekkie on Board: Start your day off right with an engrossing breakfast on board your Nile cruise, where you can sample a smorgasbord of dishes to get you moving for a busy day ahead.
Visit to Edfu Temple: After having your breakfast, step off the cruise onto a horse-drawn carriage for the ride to Edfu Temple. This marvellously preserved temple to the god Horus bequeathed to mankind by ancient Egyptian architecture and religious practice.

Mid-Morning to Afternoon:

Sail Through Esna Lock: Drive back to the cruise for continuing on to Luxor. The passage through the Esna Lock is an interesting part of the journey, where one can see the mechanics of the Nile's navigational locks in action.
Lunch on Board: Enjoy a leisurely lunch while you sail. The cruise has comfortable dining facilities, which enables you to watch with relishing views of the Nile banks.
Afternoon:

Arrival in Luxor: On arrival in Luxor, considered the world's largest outdoor museum, get prepared for more history.
Temple of Luxor: In Luxor, begin luxury sightseeing with the Temple of Luxor. Unlike most temples, here, there was a major orientation toward the rejuvenation of kingship. Dramatically, with the late afternoon light, ancient structures here are fantastically lit, turning it into a photographer's paradise.
Evening:

Dinner on the Cruise: Enjoy your evening on board your cruise with a delicious dinner. Here's a great opportunity to rethink all the activities that happened on the day and unwind your mind as you prepare for more explorations in Luxor.
Evenings at leisure: Spend your evening on board. From a promenade across its deck under the stars to a social evening in its lounge, there are several options on the cruise to spend your time.
Overnight:

Overnight on the Nile Cruise in Luxor: Spend the night on the cruise ship, moored at Luxor. The serenity of the surroundings makes it an ideal setting to bring the day on the Nile to a close.

Morning:
Breakfast on Board: Begin your day on the Nile cruise with a delicious breakfast. Numerous options are available to jump-start your day.
Visit of the Edfu Temple: After breakfast, disembark and take a horse carriage ride to the Edfu Temple. One of the best-preserved ancient structures in Egypt, this temple was dedicated to the falcon god Horus. The journey by horse carriage adds a lovely, traditional touch to your visit.
Mid-Morning to Afternoon:

Sail Through Esna Lock: Disembark to the cruise and start sailing towards Luxor, including sailing through the Esna Lock-an interesting process when water levels open to let your boat sail through the Nile.
Lunch on Board: Lunch will be served on the cruise while you continue to sail. Dining on board allows one to relax and view the peaceful surroundings of the Nile.
Afternoon:

Arrival in Luxor: You will arrive in Luxor, an ancient city named Thebes, which was the capital of Egypt during the New Kingdom period.
Visit the Luxor Temple: After getting settled, visit the Luxor Temple. Unlike other temples, which were dedicated to a cult god or a deified form of the king in death, the Luxor Temple was primarily dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship; it might have been where many of the kings of Egypt were crowned originally.
Evening:

Dinner on the Cruise Meal on board provides an opportunity to share today's discoveries with fellow travelers or simply relish the gastronomical acumen of the cruise chef.
Evening at Leisure Evening at leisure on board the cruise. Additional amenities available may include a lounge or bar, or you can simply relax on deck under the stars.
Overnight:

Overnight on the Nile Cruise in Luxor: Sail overnight on board, moored in Luxor. There couldn't be a better way to digest all the history and stunning architecture you've witnessed today than staying right beside the Nile.