Egypt Family Vacation 12 days 

Tour Overview

Egypt Family Vacation 12-Day Journey of Exploration and Relaxation

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime experience with our 12-Day Egypt Family Vacation, where every aspect of your trip is carefully curated to offer you the perfect balance of discovery and comfort. This all-inclusive tour allows you to explore Egypt’s legendary attractions while enjoying top-tier accommodations and seamless travel.

Your adventure begins in Cairo, the vibrant heart of Egypt, where you’ll immerse yourself in the country’s rich history. Afterward, fly to Aswan, where you’ll board a luxurious Nile Cruise. As you sail down the Nile, you’ll be captivated by the stunning landscapes and timeless monuments that line the river, all from the comfort of your floating hotel.

The tour culminates with a relaxing stay in Hurghada, a premier destination on the Red Sea. Here, you’ll unwind on beautiful beaches, enjoy world-class amenities, and experience the ultimate in luxury and relaxation.

With all accommodations, transfers, and guided tours taken care of, this package offers an effortless and enriching way to experience the best of Egypt. Whether you're marveling at ancient wonders or enjoying a tranquil beach retreat, your journey promises unforgettable memories.

Itinerary 

Day 1: Arrival to Cairo Airport

Mateego Explorers representative will be waiting for you at the arrival hall holding a sign with your name and our company name to skip the line and assist you with the arrival procedures and transfer you to your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Overnight in Cairo

*Optional Tour (Sound & Light Show at Giza)

Day 2: Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Memphis Day tour

You will be picked up by Mateego Explorers Egyptologist guide from your hotel in Cairo to the Giza Necropolis to visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, The Great Pyramid of King Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus, the famous Sphinx and the Solar  Boat. Then move to visit the oldest Pyramid in Egypt, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara, which is considered the first limestone structure in Egypt and its history goes back to the third Dynasty (old Kingdom)

In addition, you will see marvelous tombs that still have the original scenes with their colors still on the walls that have never changed for more than 4000 thousand years.  Next, move to visit Memphis Museum of King Ramses II to witness his colossus statue lying down and the nicest standing in the garden and also see the alabaster of the Sphinx of Memphis. Then head back to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast

Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Saqqara Complex & Memphis Museum

Day 03: Full-Day Cairo City Tour 

Mateego Explorers tour representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo early in the morning and start your full-day tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum of antiquities. It has the largest and most important Egyptian art in the world. Then visit The Citadel of Saladin, where you will see the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali Pasha. Proceed to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue as well. Finish your tour by visiting Khan El Khalili bazaar. Then head back to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast

Visits: The Egyptian Museum, the Citadel, Coptic Cairo & Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Day4: Flight to Aswan / Aswan Nile Cruise Tours

Early morning you will be dropped to Cairo airport to catch a 1 hour flight to Aswan. Upon arrival to Aswan , Mateego Explorers tour representative will greet you and transfer you to your Nile cruise ship. Enjoy lunch on board. After which you will be guided to visit the High Dam which was built in the 60ths during President Nasser’s period. Then to the Philae temple which was a place of devotion to Isis and Hathor. Then, back to the cruise ship with dinner on board. Overnight aboard your cruise in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Visits: High Dam, Philae Temple

Day 5: Abu Simbel Temple & Kom Ombo Temple Tour

Enjoy your Abu Simbel overnight trip from Aswan. Mateego Explorers representative will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan by a private air-conditioned vehicle. It is about 3:00 am. In the north of Ramses II temple, the Nefertari Temple, which was built by Ramses II for his favorite wife, Queen Nefertari, among 200 other wives and concubines. After finishing the tour, you will be escorted back to your Nile Cruise in Aswan by your private air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy your lunch on board, then cruise to Kom Ombo which is a twin temple alongside the Nile River. It is believed that this temple was built in honor of the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. The Cruise will sail on to Edfu and have dinner on board as well. Overnight aboard your cruise in Edfu.

Meals: Breakfast (In a Box), Lunch, Dinner.

Visits: Abu Simbel Temple & Kom Ombo Temple

Day 6: Edfu Temple Tour

Enjoy your breakfast on board. You will visit the Temple of Edfu which is dedicated to Horus, which is considered by most to be the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt. The Nile cruise will continue sailing towards Luxor. Enjoy your lunch & dinner on board alongside the shows on the cruise. Overnight aboard your cruise in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Visits: Horus Temple, Edfu.

*Optional Tour (Hot Air Balloon from Luxor)

Day 7: Disembarkation Luxor Nile Cruise – West Bank Tour

Early morning, enjoy your breakfast on board and get ready for disembarkation from the Nile Cruise & enjoy an unforgettable trip to the royal cemetery for the 62 Pharaohs, the Valley of the Kings. The most famous tombs are King Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon. Then continue to visit The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at the West Bank of Luxor. She was the daughter of Tutmosis I, born 1500 BC. She ruled Egypt for about 22 years, which made her the only female pharaoh who reigned in ancient Egypt. Finish by passing by the Colossi of Memnon. Get transferred to a hotel in Luxor. Overnight in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast

Visits: Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon.

Day 8: Luxor East Bank / Hurghada

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and Mateego Explorers representative will be waiting for you to start your tour of Luxor to visit The Karnak Temples on the East bank, which was dedicated to God Amon, which has the largest place of worship ever built. Then proceed to visit the Luxor Temple of King Amenhotep III, which has one of the tallest obelisks in the world. Then the transfer to Hurghada on the Red Sea from Luxor is around 4 hours’ drive. Overnight in Hurghada.

Meals: Breakfast

Visits: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple.

Day 9: Hurghada / Snorkeling Tour at Orange Bay Island

Mateego Explorers tour representative will collect you from your Hotel in Hurghada for the Drive to Hurghada Marina. Upon arrival you will be taken to the boat jetty to board your boat. Then set sail towards Orange Bay Island, part of the preserved National Park on the Red Sea and enjoy a delicious barbecue meal onboard including freshly grilled fish. The Captain will then drop anchor at a private sandy beach with time allowed to swim, snorkel, and dive or just relax and do some sunbathing then sailing back to the jetty for your return transfer to your hotel in Hurghada Red Sea. Overnight in Hurghada

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Visits: Hurghada, Snorkeling Tour at Orange Bay Island.

Day10: Free day in Hurghada

Enjoy your 3rd night in Hurghada, exploring more and doing more activities by the sea such as windsurfing, sailing and deep-sea fishing. Overnight in Hurghada.

Meals: Breakfast.

Day11: Flight back to Cairo/ Free day in Cairo

After enjoying your breakfast at the hotel in Hurghada, our representative will be ready to pick you up by private vehicle to transfer you to Hurghada airport to catch a flight to Cairo. (About a 1 hour flight). Upon arrival to Cairo our representative will pick you up to your hotel. Free Time at your leisure after arriving in Cairo. Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast.

*Optional Tour (Cairo Dinner Cruise)

Day 12: Final Departure

At the hotel, you will have breakfast before being transferred to the Cairo International Airport to depart.

Meals: Breakfast

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Price includes

ü  Pickup & drop off at Cairo International Airport upon arrival & departure

ü  Accommodation for 4 nights in Cairo 5-stars hotel (Bed & Breakfast)

ü  Accommodation for 1 night in Luxor 5-stars hotel (Bed & Breakfast)

ü  Accommodation for 3 nights in Hurghada 5-stars (All Inclusive)

ü  Accommodation for 3 nights in 5-stars Nile Cruise (Full Board)

ü  Round trip flight tickets (Cairo to Aswan & Luxor to Cairo)

ü  Private sightseeing tours in all sightseeing (listed on itinerary)

ü  All transfers by an air-conditioned vehicle.

ü  Snorkeling equipment for snorkeling tour in Hurghada

ü  English speaking tour guide during your trips (Spanish is available)

ü  Bottled water during the trips

ü  All taxes & service charge

Excluded

Ä       International Airfare.

Ä       Entry visa to Egypt.

Ä       Entrance fees to sightseeing

Ä       Any optional tours.

Ä       Tipping.

Children Policy

PRICES

Tour price currency is set to USD but you can pay in Euro or British pound. The prices quoted per person per tour are all inclusive and prices are always updated to ensure you receive the best price possible. Prices are valid until 30 December 2025, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays. 

CHILDREN POLICY

Child traveling with two accompanying adults will pay the following:

·         0 Years to 1.99 years of age: Free of charge.

·         2 years to 4.99 years of age: 50% from the full rate.

·         5 years to 11.99 years of age: 75% from the full rate

·         12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.

·         If your tour includes airfare then an extra charge for child rate may apply.

CANCELLATION

Cancellation requests should be sent via fax or emailed to provide the Company with written confirmation that your reservation should be canceled.

DEPOSIT AND BALANCE OF PAYMENT

Reservation should be made as early as possible to book the desired holiday.
Space on a given tour will be secured upon receipt a deposit of 25 % of the full price. This payment will be 50 % during the Christmas and New Year holidays and on packages including airfare.

The deposit counts as part of your final payment.
The deposit can be made by bank wire transfer or sent via Western Union or paid using a credit card (Visa or MasterCard) 
Payment should be received within 7 days of booking.
TIPPING

Tipping for a job well done is customary in Egypt, though not required. Please feel welcomed but not obliged to offer a tip to your guide.

TOUR VOUCHER

 After your trip is confirmed, we will email you with the final confirmation as a voucher to print and bring it with you. Details will include contact numbers for your tour operator, customer care and additional information for your convenience.