12D9N TREASURY OF EGYPT & RED SEA

Assemble at the airport and depart for Cairo, the capital of Egypt.

Upon arrival, head for a local lunch cuisine before exploring Cairo

1st stop, visit the Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, also known as Abu Serga, one of the oldest Coptic Christian Churches in Egypt

Enter into the St George Cathedral, a Greek Orthodox Church within the Babylon Fortress

Explore one of the oldest churches in Egypt, the Hanging Church, which was built above the ruins of the Roman Fortress

Head over to Hurghada (approximate 6 hours drive), a beach resort city stretching some 40km along Egypt’s Red Sea, known for its clear waters and white sand beaches

Time to hop onto the Glass Boat as we sail out to Orange Bay, Red Sea and you may do snorkeling (snorkeling equipment included) if you would like to explore the coral reefs (do bring your swimming costume)

Stroll down the Marina Boulevard before reaching El Mina Mosque

Later in the day, you may want to go for the 4x4 Jeep Safari out at the Sahara Desert (optional)

Head to Luxor (approximate 4 hours drive) to go on the cruise

Proceed to board the new 5* Luxury Cruise, Grand Mandarin (Deluxe Cabin)

Be awe by the majestic Karnak Temple where you will get to witness the Avenue of Sphinxes and the Egyptian Obelisk

Up next, Luxor Temple, the most significant religious center in ancient Egypt

Note: Stay 4 nights on the Nile River Cruise. Overnight cruise may not stop at the stated city port and is subject to the cruise schedule

Witness the 2 massive stone statues, The Colossi of Memnon

Spend some time and explore the Valley of Kings, a royal burial ground for pharaohs

Enter into the Tomb of Tut Ankh Amun, and see the mummified Tut Ankh Amun

Get ready to visit a masterpiece of ancient architecture, Hatshepsut Temple

Abu Simbel (UNESCO World Heritage Site), travel by coach to see the twin temples of Abu Simbel originally carved out of mountainside in the 13th century and be impressed by these majestic temples, also one of the world's most breath-taking monuments

Take a boat ride to Philae Temple, a complex located on an island in the reservoir of Aswan Low Dam

Visit the Aswan Nubian Village, a traditional village with vividly colored houses, spice shops & cafes overlooking the Nile River

Board a domestic flight to Cairo

Witness the largest Pyramids in Giza and not forgetting the Great Sphinx of Giza

Go on a camel ride with photo stops (tipping is mandatory)

Continue to the Egyptian Museum where you will be able to witness the 2 mummies and many more artifacts

Experience some unique essence found at the Perfume Factory

Get the chance to understand how paper was created using the lotus plant at the Papyrus Factory

This morning, travel to see the Saqqara and the Memphis where you will by then witness the 3 original pyramids

Visit the new National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and see the mummies of the 18 Kings and 4 Queens

Last stop, visit the famous Khan El Khalili Bazaar and shop till you drop

Airport transfer for flight back to Singapore

Thank you very much for choosing Nam Ho Travel and we hope you have enjoyed your trip with us. We hope to see you soon. Have a pleasant rest.