Overview
14-Day Egypt Tour: Pyramids, Oases & Nile Cruise | Voyage on the Spot
Discover the wonders of Egypt in 14 unforgettable days—from the iconic Pyramids of Giza and bustling Cairo to the breathtaking Western Desert oases and a luxurious Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan.
Explore ancient treasures
Experience the beauty of Egypt’s oases
Cruise the legendary Nile in comfort
Discover timeless temples and historic sites
Your Egyptian adventure starts here. Book your journey with Voyage on the Spot!
Highlights
- the Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum
- Bahariya, White Desert, Dakhla & Kharga Oases
- White Desert with a Bedouin dinner
- Valley of the Kings, Karnak & Hatshepsut Temple
- Edfu, Kom Ombo & Philae Temples
- High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk & Abu Simbel (optional)
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, a Voyage on the Spot representative will greet you with a warm welcome and assist you through customs and arrival formalities. You’ll then be escorted to your hotel in a comfortable, private, air-conditioned vehicle.
After check-in, meet with your tour manager, who will review your itinerary, answer any questions, and confirm pickup times for your upcoming tours.
Take some time to settle in, enjoy a refreshing welcome drink, and relax at your hotel as you prepare for an unforgettable Egyptian adventure.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Welcome Drink
After breakfast, meet your Egyptologist guide and set out to explore the wonders of Cairo. Begin at the Giza Plateau, where you’ll marvel at the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus, along with the legendary Great Sphinx. Continue to the Valley Temple, an impressive monument associated with the ancient pyramid complex.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your sightseeing at the Egyptian Museum, home to an extraordinary collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the treasures of King Tutankhamun.
Next, discover the historic heart of Coptic Cairo, visiting the beautiful Hanging Church and the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue. End your day with a stroll through Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can browse traditional crafts, souvenirs, spices, and other Egyptian treasures.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and begin your journey to Bahariya Oasis, approximately a 4-hour drive from Cairo. Upon arrival, explore the oasis and discover its fascinating history and archaeological treasures.
Visit the ruins of the English House, followed by the Golden Mummies Museum, home to remarkable discoveries from the Greco-Roman period. Continue to the Tombs of the Nobles, where ancient burial sites offer a glimpse into life in the oasis centuries ago.
Next, visit the Temple of Alexander the Great and Ain Meffetla Temple, an ancient site featuring the remains of several chapels and structures.
After a day of exploration, settle into your accommodation and enjoy a relaxing evening in the peaceful surroundings of Bahariya Oasis.
Overnight: Bahariya Oasis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, set out on an unforgettable desert adventure through the dramatic landscapes of Egypt’s Western Desert. Begin by exploring the Black Desert, known for its distinctive volcanic hills and dark, rugged terrain.
Continue to Crystal Mountain, a natural formation scattered with sparkling quartz crystals, before heading toward the otherworldly White Desert. Marvel at its surreal limestone formations, sculpted by wind and time into unique shapes across the vast desert landscape.
As the sun begins to set, take in the breathtaking colors of the desert before settling into your camp for a memorable Bedouin-style dinner under the stars. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the desert night and the spectacular beauty of the surrounding landscape.
Overnight: White Desert Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, continue your journey through Egypt’s Western Desert to Farafra Oasis, a peaceful oasis surrounded by spectacular desert landscapes. Visit Badr’s Art Museum, where you can admire the imaginative works of local artist Badr Abdel Moghny, inspired by the natural beauty and traditions of the oasis.
Continue onward to Dakhla Oasis, one of Egypt’s most picturesque desert oases. Explore the beautifully preserved Deir El Hagar Temple, a Roman-era temple dedicated to the Theban gods, and discover the ancient Mezzawaqqa Tombs, known for their colorful wall paintings.
End the day with a visit to Al Qasr, a remarkable medieval Islamic village featuring traditional mud-brick architecture and narrow winding lanes that offer a glimpse into the region’s rich heritage.
Overnight: Dakhla Oasis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, continue your journey through Egypt’s Western Desert toward Kharga Oasis, the largest oasis in the New Valley. Discover the region’s fascinating history as you explore its remarkable ancient sites and desert landscapes.
Begin with Qasr El Labkha, an impressive Roman fortress that once served as a strategic outpost along the ancient desert routes. Continue to Hibis Temple, one of the best-preserved Persian-period temples in Egypt, featuring beautifully preserved reliefs and inscriptions.
Next, visit Bagawat Christian Cemetery, one of the oldest and most significant Christian cemeteries in the world, known for its distinctive mud-brick tombs and early Christian chapels.
End your day at Dush Temple, a remote archaeological site surrounded by the desert, where ancient temples and a Roman fortress reflect Kharga’s importance as a crossroads of trade and civilization.
After a day of exploration, relax at your desert camp and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the oasis.
Overnight: Kharga Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, bid farewell to Kharga Oasis and begin your journey to Luxor, approximately a 6-hour drive through the changing landscapes of Upper Egypt.
Upon arrival in Luxor, board your 5-star Nile cruise and complete your check-in. Take some time to settle into your cabin, unwind, and enjoy the comfort and atmosphere of your floating hotel.
Relax on board and prepare for the unforgettable journey along the Nile River, with ancient temples, historic landmarks, and breathtaking landscapes awaiting you in the days ahead.
Overnight: Nile Cruise – Luxor
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, begin your exploration of Luxor, the ancient city once known as Thebes. Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest and most impressive religious complexes ever built, with its grand halls, towering columns, and beautifully preserved hieroglyphs.
Continue to Luxor Temple, a spectacular monument located on the east bank of the Nile. As evening falls, experience the temple illuminated at night, creating a magical atmosphere that brings its ancient architecture to life.
Return to your Nile cruise for a relaxing evening and enjoy the comforts of your floating hotel as you prepare for the next chapter of your journey along the Nile.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, cross to the West Bank of Luxor to explore some of ancient Egypt’s most remarkable treasures. Begin at the Valley of the Kings, the famous royal burial ground where generations of pharaohs were laid to rest in elaborately decorated tombs carved into the desert cliffs.
Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, an impressive monument dedicated to one of ancient Egypt’s most renowned female pharaohs. Admire its distinctive terraces, grand columns, and beautifully preserved reliefs.
Next, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone statues that have stood watch over the West Bank for thousands of years.
Return to your Nile cruise and enjoy lunch on board before sailing toward Edfu in the evening. Relax and take in the scenic views of the Nile as your journey continues south.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, visit the magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Admire its impressive pylons, towering columns, and beautifully detailed reliefs dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god.
Return to your Nile cruise and continue sailing south toward Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, explore the unique Kom Ombo Temple, an unusual double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Discover its fascinating reliefs and learn about the ancient beliefs and medical practices associated with the temple.
After your visit, return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Aswan, enjoying the peaceful scenery and changing landscapes along the Nile.
Overnight: Nile Cruise – Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, begin your sightseeing in Aswan, one of Egypt’s most scenic cities. Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam, an engineering landmark that transformed Egypt’s water management and created Lake Nasser.
Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, the largest known ancient obelisk, where you can learn how these monumental structures were carved from the surrounding granite.
Next, take a short boat ride to Philae Temple, a magnificent temple complex dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. Set on an island in the Nile, the temple is renowned for its beautiful reliefs, columns, and picturesque setting.
For an unforgettable optional experience, join an Abu Simbel excursion to discover the monumental temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.
Return to your Nile cruise and enjoy a relaxing evening on board.
Overnight: Nile Cruise – Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, disembark from your Nile cruise and enjoy some free time in Aswan to relax or explore at your own pace. For those who wish to continue discovering Egypt’s ancient wonders, an optional Abu Simbel excursion is available, offering the chance to visit the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.
Later, transfer to the train station and board your sleeper train to Cairo. Settle into your private cabin and enjoy a comfortable overnight journey as you travel north through the Egyptian countryside.
Overnight: Sleeper Train
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Upon arrival in Cairo, transfer to your hotel and complete your check-in. Enjoy a leisurely day at your own pace, with time to relax, explore the city, or simply unwind after your journey through Egypt.
For those looking to make the most of their final day, optional excursions are available, including a visit to the historic city of Alexandria or the ancient capital of Memphis.
Spend the evening relaxing at your hotel or discovering more of Cairo at your leisure.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and enjoy a final moment in Cairo before your departure. At the scheduled time, a Voyage on the Spot representative will meet you and transfer you comfortably to Cairo International Airport in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
As your unforgettable Egyptian adventure comes to an end, bid farewell to Egypt with memories of its ancient wonders, breathtaking landscapes, and timeless Nile journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Meet & assist at Cairo International Airport upon arrival & departure.
- All transfers to / from airport / station & hotels by an A/C vehicle.
- Accommodation for 3 nights in Cairo including breakfast.
- Accommodation for 1 night in Bahariya on half board.
- Accommodation for 1 night in White Desert camping on full board.
- Accommodation for 1 night in Dakhla on half board.
- Accommodation for 1 night in Kharga camping on full board.
- Accommodation for 1 night in Luxor including breakfast.
- Accommodation for 4 nights on 5* superior Cruise on full basis.
- Accommodation for 1 night on sleeping train on half board.
- Camping equipment like sleeping bags, camel blanket and tents.
- Transfers from Cairo to Bahariya by a private A/C vehicle.
- All transfers inside the Oases by jeep 4×4.
- Transfers from Kharga to Luxor by a private A/C vehicle.
- Private English-speaking tour guide in Cairo and Oases.
- All sightseeing tours on the cruise sharing Magic life Tours group.
- All sightseeing tours in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and Oases as mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
- Meals as mention in the above itinerary.
- Bottled Water & soft drinks daily during camping in the desert
- Bottled water during your trips.
- Portage when needed.
- All service charges and taxes.
Cost Excludes
- International Airfare.
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Any optional tours.
- Personal spendings.
- Tipping.
FAQs
Yes! The itinerary includes activities for all ages, though desert camping may be challenging for very young children.
All accommodations, meals as listed, guided tours, entrance fees, and transfers. Excludes: flights, visas, tips, optional tours.
Private cabins with beds, dinner & breakfast included. Basic but comfortable.
Yes! Inform us in advance for dietary requests.
Comfortable shoes, warm layers (cold at night), sunscreen, hat, and a camera!






































