Cairo & Sharm El Sheikh Retreat
A 7-day blend of Cairo's magnificent history and the world-class coral reefs of Sharm El Sheikh.
Overview
A slightly longer, more relaxed version of our Cairo/Sharm combo. You will have more time to enjoy the Red Sea, adding a desert Quad Bike Safari and a parasailing experience to your itinerary.
Highlights
- Explore the historic Khan El Khalili bazaar
- Relax at a 5-star resort in Sharm El Sheikh
- Snorkel in Ras Mohammed
- Experience a desert Quad Bike Safari
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
Arrive in Cairo to a VIP welcome from our team, who will handle your luggage and arrange your private transfer. Check into your premium hotel and relax. Your first night in Egypt features a highly entertaining Dinner Cruise on the Nile, complete with a traditional Egyptian buffet and live cultural performances.
Day 2: Giza Pyramids & GEM
Meet your dedicated Egyptologist and drive to the awe-inspiring Giza Plateau. Stand before the Great Pyramids, visit the ancient Valley Temple, and stare into the eyes of the Great Sphinx. After lunch, explore the state-of-the-art Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), walking the Grand Staircase and viewing artifacts that span thousands of years of pharaonic history.
Day 3: Cairo Cultural Tour
Discover the incredible Royal Mummies at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC). Next, explore the medieval architecture of the Citadel of Saladin and the magnificent Alabaster Mosque. Conclude your Cairo exploration by wandering through the labyrinthine, bustling alleyways of the Khan El Khalili market.
Day 4: Travel to Sharm El Sheikh
Check out of your Cairo hotel and catch a quick domestic flight to the Red Sea paradise of Sharm El Sheikh. You will be transferred to a 5-star, all-inclusive beach resort. Spend the rest of the day unwinding by the pool, enjoying unlimited drinks, or walking along the private beach.
Day 5: Ras Mohammed Sea Trip
Set sail on a beautiful boat to the protected waters of Ras Mohammed National Park. You will stop at the best reef spots to snorkel among spectacular corals and marine life, including sea turtles and rays. A fresh buffet lunch will be served on the boat as you relax under the Sinai sun.
Day 6: Desert Safari & Leisure
Enjoy a slow, relaxing morning at the beach. In the late afternoon, trade the sea for the sand as you head into the dramatic Sinai Mountains for a thrilling Quad Bike Safari. Ride through the dunes, visit a traditional Bedouin camp, and enjoy tea as the sun sets over the desert.
Day 7: Departure
Relish a final all-inclusive breakfast at your resort. Your private driver will meet you in the lobby to transfer you to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for your final departure.
What's Included
- 3 nights Cairo (B&B)
- 3 nights Sharm (All-Inclusive)
- Transport
- Guided tours
Not Included
- International flights
- Visa
- Tipping