Dazzling Dubai & Cairo
The glittering playground of Dubai; plus bustling Cairo, the Sphinx, and Pyramids of Giza and an optional Nile Cruise extension
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | September – December 2025 | Group Size | 16 travelers max |
| Themes | History & Culture, City Stays | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This moderately-paced, partially escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness.Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
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Discover opulent and dazzling Dubai: home to the world’s tallest building, a man-made island archipelago created for luxury living and vacationing, plenty of fine dining, and an ancient culture that has leapt from desert tent to skyscraper condo in less than 50 years. But your vacation in Dubai is only one-half of this exotic tour package. Continue to Egypt to discover ancient sites in Cairo. If you’ve been dreaming of seeing the Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx for yourself, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Join us and see why these destinations are some of the most popular in the world.
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round trip flights via Emirates including fuel surcharge and taxes & fees
- All ground transportation & transfers
- 7 nights deluxe hotel accommodations
- 11 meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 3 dinners
- Comprehensive touring program including entrance fees in Dubai and Cairo
- Professional, English-speaking Egyptologist tour director & local guides in Dubai and Cairo
Optional add-ons
- Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
- Optional day excursion to Abu Dhabi
- Nile Cruise Optional Extension
Why you'll love it
- Explore the glittering playground of Dubai and discover the timeless sites in Cairo.
- Discover the dazzling highlights of Dubai on a guided city tour, including Burj Khalifa, the Bastakiya district, the Museum of the Future, and more.
- Wander through the souks and shop for stunning textiles, gold, and spices.
- Set out on an exciting Jeep desert safari with a local BBQ dinner.
- Gaze upon the ancient treasures that fill the Egyptian Museum including the priceless antiquities of Tutankhamen's tomb.
- Tour one of the most famous sites in Egypt and one of the Seven Wonders of the World: the Pyramids of Cheops and Chephren as well as the Sphinx.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA
- 2 Dubai
- 3 Dubai
- 4 Dubai
- 5 Dubai
- Optional Excursion: Full-Day Abu Dhabi , $185
- 6 Dubai & Cairo
- Optional Excursion: Inner Chamber of the Great Pyramid at Giza (purchased locally ) , $35
- 7 Cairo
- Optional Excursion: Memphis & Sakkara , $90
- Optional Excursion: GEM (Grand Egyptian Museum) , $90
- 8 Cairo, Pyramids & Sphinx
- 9 Depart Cairo
Optional Nile Cruise Extension
- 8 Cairo, Pyramids & Sphinx
- 9 Luxor
- 10 Luxor, Esna & Edfu
- Optional Excursion: Hot Air Balloon (purchased locally) , $170
- 11 Esna, Edfu & Kom Ombo
- 12 Aswan
- Optional Excursion: Abu Simbel , $350
- 13 Aswan & Cairo
- 14 Cairo
- Optional Excursion: Walking Tour of El Moez Street with lunch , $85
- Optional Excursion: Cairo's Old City , $80
- 15 Cairo/USA
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Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA
- Check in for your overnight flight to Dubai
Day 2 Dubai
- Arrive in Dubai, meet our representatives, and transfer to your centrally located hotel
- Check-in is at 3:00 pm, or you can add guaranteed early check-in to your reservation
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai or similar
Day 3 Dubai
- Visit the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world
- Explore the Gold and Spice Market
- Enjoy an abra ride before a walking tour at Bastakiya Al Fahidi District
- Learn about Islamic life in the UAE at Jumeirah Mosque
- See the Palm Jumeirah and Atlantis
- Witness the spectacular Dubai Mall Fountain Show
- Meet your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 4 Dubai
- Discover the fascinating exhibits at the Museum of the Future
- Explore the beautiful Miracle Garden
- Set out on an exciting Jeep desert safari with a local BBQ dinner
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 5 Dubai
- Relax and explore on your own, or join an optional excursion to Abu Dhabi
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai or similarBreakfast
Day 6 Dubai & Cairo
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo
- Tour of the Pyramids of Cheops & Chephren
- Evening panoramic tour of the city
- Get to know your fellow travelers during a welcome dinner at a local restaurant
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 7 Cairo
- Enjoy the day at leisure or join an optional excursion to Memphis & Sakkara and/or the new GEM (Grand Egyptian Museum)
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino or similarBreakfast
Day 8 Cairo, Pyramids & Sphinx
- Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Cairo
- Discover the treasures of the Egyptian Museum
- See the Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque
- Experience the sights and sounds of the Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino or similarBreakfast
Day 9 Depart Cairo
- Enjoy some free time in Cairo for last-minute shopping or sightseeing
- This afternoon, bid farewell to Egypt as you're escorted to the airport for your overnight flight home via Dubai, arriving in the USA the following morning.
Breakfast
Optional Nile Cruise Extension
Take advantage of your already-included international airfare and enjoy a 4-night cruise down the River Nile. This extension also includes 2 additional nights in Cairo. You will depart Egypt 6 days later the return dates listed, arriving in the USA the following morning.
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Day 8 Cairo, Pyramids & Sphinx
- Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Cairo
- Discover the treasures of the Egyptian Museum
- See the Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque
- Experience the sights and sounds of the Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- Board your evening flight from Cairo to Luxor
Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 9 Luxor
- Embark on your Nile cruise and enjoy lunch aboard
- Tour the East Bank of the Nile and the Temple of Karnak
MS Tulip or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 10 Luxor, Esna & Edfu
- Tour the West Bank of the Nile and the Valley of the Kings via motor coach
- Visit the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Discover the ancient tomb of King Tutankhamun
MS Tulip or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 11 Esna, Edfu & Kom Ombo
- Tour of Edfu including the Temple of Horus
- Sail along the Nile River to Kom Ombo
MS Tulip or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 12 Aswan
- Join an optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel
- Take a tour by felucca
- Partake in High Tea at the Historic Old Cataract
- Enjoy a festive dinner on board
MS Tulip or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 13 Aswan & Cairo
- Visit Philae Temple, the former holiest site for Isis Worshipers
- Admire Aswan's High Dam and the granite quarries
- In the early afternoon, board your flight to Cairo
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 14 Cairo
- Spend your day at leisure, or enjoy take part in an optional excursion
- Meet with fellow travelers for a farewell dinner at your hotel on your last evening in Egypt
Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 15 Cairo/USA
- Enjoy some free time in Cairo for last-minute shopping or sightseeing
- This afternoon, bid farewell to Egypt as you're escorted to the airport for your overnight flight home via Dubai, arriving in the USA the following morning.
Breakfast
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Hotels
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Travel visas are required for this package. Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at the time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
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