Spend the morning at the Giza Plateau. Stand between the massive stones of the Great Pyramid and visit the Panorama point for the best photos of all three pyramids together. In the afternoon, explore the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir (or the Grand Egyptian Museum, subject to opening) to witness the golden treasures of Tutankhamun.

• Overnight: Cairo

Leave the city behind for the surreal White Desert National Park. Travel by 4x4 through the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain before arriving at the White Desert. Marvel at the wind-carved limestone shapes that look like mushrooms and giant birds. Enjoy a traditional Bedouin dinner under a canopy of stars.

Overnight: Camping in the White Desert

After watching the sunrise over the desert, return to Cairo. Spend the afternoon in Islamic Cairo, walking through the medieval gates of Al-Muizz Street and exploring the bustling Khan el-Khalili Bazaar for authentic spices and souvenirs.

• Overnight: Cairo

A short flight brings you to Aswan. Visit the High Dam, an engineering marvel, and take a motorboat to the island of Philae to visit the Temple of Isis, reflecting beautifully in the Nile waters.

• Overnight: Aswan

An early morning excursion takes you to Abu Simbel. Stand in awe of the four seated statues of Ramses II guarding the entrance. Return to Aswan to board your 5-star Nile Cruise in time for lunch.

• Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise

Relax on the sundeck as the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo. Visit the unique "Double Temple" dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. Continue sailing to Edfu.

• Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise

Travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, the best-preserved temple in Egypt. In the afternoon, the cruise passes through the Esna Lock, arriving in the "World's Largest Open-Air Museum"—Luxor.

• Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise

Explore the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the towering Colossi of Memnon. In the evening, visit the illuminated Luxor Temple in the heart of the city.

• Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise

Check out from your cruise after breakfast and visit the massive Karnak Temple Complex, where every pylon tells a story. Afterward, take a private AC vehicle (approx. 4 hours) across the desert mountains to the Red Sea coast.

• Overnight: Hurghada

Enjoy two days of pure relaxation. Opt for a boat trip to Giftun Island for snorkeling, take a submarine tour of the coral reefs, or simply enjoy the all-inclusive amenities of your resort.

• Overnight: Hurghada

After breakfast, transfer to Hurghada Airport for your flight back to Cairo, followed by your international connection home.