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General Description
Embark on an unforgettable 12-day journey exploring the ancient treasures of Egypt and the dazzling luxury of Dubai! From the majestic Pyramids and a Nile cruise to a desert safari, experience the perfect mix of fascinating history and desert modernity.
Detailed Itinerary
City of Origin – Cairo
Arrival at Cairo International Airport, assistance by our local representative, visa processing, transfer to the selected hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle, and accommodation.
Cairo – Pyramids of Giza, GEM, and Saqqara Excursion – Flight to Luxor (Embarkation)
Breakfast. In the morning, scheduled visit to the Pyramids complex of Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure, and the Sphinx (approx. 3 hours). At lunchtime, we will stop to enjoy a typical menu featuring delicious grilled chicken skewers with vegetables, hummus, tahini, and Arabic bread, ending with pastries and fruit salad. Continuation to the Saqqara necropolis to see Pharaoh Djoser's pyramid (the first built in Egypt) and the tomb of the vizier Mehu with its exceptionally preserved hieroglyphs. Our final stop will be the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Luxor. Arrival, transfer to the river cruise ship, cold dinner in the room, and accommodation.
Nile Cruise: Luxor / Esna / Edfu (Full Board)
Full board on board. We will cross the Nile to visit the Theban Necropolis: the Valley of the Kings (optional entry to Tutankhamun's tomb), the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir El Bahari), and the Colossi of Memnon. We will cross back to the East Bank to visit the imposing Karnak Temple Complex (highlighting the hypostyle hall) and Luxor Temple, both designated UNESCO World Heritage sites. Return to the cruise ship, sail toward Esna, cross through the lock, and continue navigating toward Edfu. Overnight on board.
Nile Cruise: Esna / Edfu / Kom Ombo / Aswan (Full Board)
Full board on board. Arrival in Edfu and visit to the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Navigation continues to Kom Ombo to visit its double temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris. Navigation to Aswan. Overnight on board.
Nile Cruise: Aswan / Abu Simbel / Aswan (Full Board)
Full board on board. Early morning departure to the majestic Abu Simbel temples, built by Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari. In the afternoon, we will enjoy a relaxing felucca (typical Egyptian sailboat) ride along the Nile. Overnight on board.
Domestic Flight: Aswan – Cairo – Night Tour (Full Board)
Breakfast and disembarkation. Visit to the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis on Agilkia Island. At the scheduled time, transfer to Aswan Airport to take the flight back to Cairo. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. In the evening, we will take a 2-hour tour of the historic center: the historic Al-Muizz Street and the grand Khan el-Khalili bazaar. We will make a stop at the iconic El Fishawi Cafe (cafe of mirrors) to enjoy traditional tea and shisha. Dinner at a local restaurant and return to the hotel at midnight.
Cairo: Citadel, Coptic Quarter, and Khan el-Khalili (Half Board)
Breakfast. In the morning, visit to the Citadel of Saladin and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali (Alabaster Mosque). Lunch at a local restaurant. Continuation to the Coptic Quarter to visit the Hanging Church, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Church of Saint Sergius. Free afternoon at the Khan el-Khalili market. Dinner at a local restaurant and transfer to the hotel.
Cairo – Flight to Dubai (Arrival)
Breakfast, check-out at the scheduled time, and transfer to Cairo International Airport to catch the flight to Dubai. Arrival at Dubai International Airport (DXB), greeting by a Spanish-speaking assistant, transfer to the selected hotel, and accommodation.
Dubai – Half-Day Classic Dubai – Dhow Cruise (Breakfast and Dinner)
Breakfast at the hotel. Half-day guided tour of Classic Dubai in Spanish. We will explore the old quarter of "Bastakya" with its traditional houses and wind towers. We will continue toward Dubai Creek to cross the creek in an ancient boat (Abra) to visit the Gold and Spice Souks. We will head towards Jumeirah for a photo stop at the Jumeirah Mosque and the Burj Al Arab. Panoramic view of the skyscrapers along Sheikh Zayed Road, including the Burj Khalifa, on our way back to the hotel. In the evening, pick-up from the hotel (English-speaking driver) to enjoy a magnificent evening aboard a traditional Arabian boat (Dhow) for a cruise along Dubai Marina with a dinner of traditional Arabian and international cuisine, including round-trip hotel transfers.
Abu Dhabi – Qasr Al Watan (Breakfast and Lunch)
Breakfast at the hotel. Full-day tour of Abu Dhabi in Spanish, Dubai's neighboring emirate. From the road, we will pass by Jebel Ali, the largest port in the world. We will continue our journey crossing the Al Maqta Bridge, passing through the ministers' area. We will visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Al Bateen neighborhood (palaces of the Royal Family). Then we will explore the grounds of Qasr Al Watan (entrance included). Break for lunch at a 5-star hotel restaurant. Photo stop in front of the Emirates Palace, a stroll along The Corniche, and a panoramic stop in front of Ferrari World (entrance not included) for photos and shopping (approx. 20 min.). Return to the hotel in Dubai and accommodation.
Dubai – Desert Safari (Breakfast and Dinner)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free morning to enjoy the city. In the afternoon, we will do the Desert Safari. Land Cruisers (6 people per vehicle) will pick you up from the hotel between approximately 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM for an exciting dune drive and sunset photos. We will head to the desert camp to enjoy a BBQ dinner, folklore shows, and belly dancing, along with options for sandboarding, camel riding, and henna tattooing (dinner includes water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee). Return to the hotel around 9:30 PM. Accommodation.
Dubai – Airport (Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out and transfer to the airport with Spanish-speaking assistance to take your flight back to your city of origin. End of our services and Casa Viajes professional assistance.
What's in the Package?
Price Includes
- Nile cruise for 4 or 3 nights on a full board basis depending on the day of arrival (from Luxor or Aswan, excluding drinks).
- Stay in Cairo for 3 or 4 nights on a bed and breakfast basis depending on the day of arrival.
- Domestic flights (Cairo – Luxor / Aswan – Cairo) with taxes and luggage included.
- Arrival and departure transfers with Spanish-speaking assistance at all airports.
- Special excursion to the Abu Simbel temples by road included.
- 2 days of excursions in Cairo with lunches included at typical local restaurants (excluding drinks).
- Cairo Night Tour with dinner at a typical local restaurant (Al-Muizz Street, Khan el-Khalili, and El Fishawy Cafe).
- 2 additional dinners in Cairo at selected local restaurants (excluding drinks).
- 4 nights in Dubai on a bed and breakfast basis.
- Round-trip airport transfers DXB – hotel with assistance in Spanish.
- Half-day tour of Classic Dubai with an official Spanish-speaking guide.
- Full-day tour to Abu Dhabi with lunch included at a 5-star hotel and a Spanish-speaking guide.
- Admission ticket included to the grounds of Qasr Al Watan (Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi).
- Desert safari in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with barbecue dinner, folklore shows, and transfers.
- Traditional Arabian Boat (Dhow) Cruise along Dubai Marina with Buffet Dinner and Transfers.
Not Included
- International arrival and departure flights, nor the scheduled flight Cairo – Dubai.
- Entry visas for the countries (Egypt and United Arab Emirates).
- Trip cancellation and travel medical assistance insurance.
- For Egypt: Service fee and visa: $105 USD per person (mandatory payment at destination; includes general travel tips and assistance; excludes guide tip).
- For Dubai: Hotel tourism fees (Tourism Dirham): $4.5 USD per room/night in 4* hotels or $5.5 USD in 5* hotels (payable directly at destination).
- For Dubai: Total general gratuities: $25 USD per person (excluding the tour guide).
- Drinks/beverages during lunches and dinners mentioned in the itineraries.
- Any lunch or dinner that is not explicitly specified as included.
- Personal expenses, extras, laundry, and any service not mentioned in the included section.
Cancellation Expenses
- No Charge: Up to 21 days before arrival.
- 50% Charge: Between 7 to 20 days before arrival.
- 100% charge: Less than 7 days before arrival.
- 100% charge: In case of No Show.
- For itineraries that include domestic flights, once the booking is confirmed, canceling the plane tickets will incur a 100% charge per trip.
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