Dubai & Egypt
The adventure of a lifetime!
Seize the opportunity to set off on an expedition like no other! Your journey begins in the dazzling city of Dubai and ends in the sprawling city of Cairo, along the ancient Nile River. This action-packed trip will give you time to explore Dubai and guide you through places you've only read about in textbooks. You'll even visit a Wonder of the World: the Great Pyramid of Giza!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Dubai (DXB) and out of Cairo (CAI)
- Personalized meet & greet assistance upon arrival at Dubai airport
- Airport transfer from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Dubai hotel
- 3 nights in Dubai at the Zabeel House Mini Hotel, or similar
- Half-Day Dubai city tour with English-speaking guide
- Airport transfer from Dubai hotel to Dubai Airport (DXB)
- One-way economy class flight from Dubai (DXB) to Cairo (CAI)
- Arrival transfer from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Cairo hotel
- 3 nights in Cairo at the Sheraton Cairo, or similar
- Cairo sightseeing tour, including the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum & Khan El-Khalili Bazaar (full-day, with lunch)
- Transfer from Cairo hotel to Cairo Airport (CAI)
- Daily breakfast
- Sightseeing as indicated, with private, local English-speaking guides
Want to add a 4-night cruise on the Nile? Click here!
Great Ways to Explore
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Get incredible views of Dubai from the observation deck of Burk Khalifa!
Stroll through one of Dubai's traditional souks, or bazaars, to shop for souvenirs.Â
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Traverse the Pyramids of Giza, the last remaining wonder of the ancient world.
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Visit countless important sites nestled along the river.
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Breathe in the heady spices at Cairo's Khan El-Khalili bazaar.
Immerse yourself in a once-in-a-lifetime trip through two bucket list destinations! First, get a glimpse into the modern marvels of Dubai, then take a step back in time to dust off millennia of Egyptian history.
Begin your trip with a flight into Dubai, where you will kick things off with a half-day city tour. After that, you'll get to enjoy the city with some leisure time on your own. Plan out your own itinerary for those days, or follow the sample itinerary provided below - the choice is yours!
Next, you'll board a plane for Cairo. You'll start off with a full-day tour, taking in the ancient opulence of the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and other exciting sites. After that, you'll get to plan the rest of your trip before the adventure comes to an end.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
Upgrade to include even more! Add the following to your vacation:
- 3 nights accommodation in Dubai at the 5-star Grand Millennium Hotel or similar (superior room)
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Dubai (DXB) and out of Cairo (CAI)
- Personalized meet & greet assistance upon arrival at Dubai airport
- Airport transfer from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Dubai hotel
- 3 nights in Dubai at the Zabeel House Mini Hotel, or similar
- Half-Day Dubai city tour with English-speaking guide
- Airport transfer from Dubai hotel to Dubai Airport (DXB)
- One-way economy class flight from Dubai (DXB) to Cairo (CAI)
- Arrival transfer from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Cairo hotel
- 3 nights in Cairo at the Sheraton Cairo, or similar
- Cairo sightseeing tour, including the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum & Khan El-Khalili Bazaar (full-day, with lunch)
- Transfer from Cairo hotel to Cairo Airport (CAI)
- Daily breakfast
- Sightseeing as indicated, with private, local English-speaking guides
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Get incredible views of Dubai from the observation deck of Burk Khalifa!
Stroll through one of Dubai's traditional souks, or bazaars, to shop for souvenirs.Â
-
Traverse the Pyramids of Giza, the last remaining wonder of the ancient world.
-
Visit countless important sites nestled along the river.
-
Breathe in the heady spices at Cairo's Khan El-Khalili bazaar.
Immerse yourself in a once-in-a-lifetime trip through two bucket list destinations! First, get a glimpse into the modern marvels of Dubai, then take a step back in time to dust off millennia of Egyptian history.
Begin your trip with a flight into Dubai, where you will kick things off with a half-day city tour. After that, you'll get to enjoy the city with some leisure time on your own. Plan out your own itinerary for those days, or follow the sample itinerary provided below - the choice is yours!
Next, you'll board a plane for Cairo. You'll start off with a full-day tour, taking in the ancient opulence of the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and other exciting sites. After that, you'll get to plan the rest of your trip before the adventure comes to an end.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
Upgrade to include even more! Add the following to your vacation:
- 3 nights accommodation in Dubai at the 5-star Grand Millennium Hotel or similar (superior room)
Day 1. Welcome to Dubai!
After clearing customs, you'll be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Once you've checked in, the evening is yours to enjoy however you'd like.Â
Transfer to Dubai hotel
Check-in - Hampton by Hilton Dubai Al Seef
Get a taste of Dubai's playful side with a stay at the Hampton by Hilton Dubai Al Seef! The property is bursting with art and inspiration, making it impossible to resist falling in love with the hotel. Pop over to one of the collective workspaces at the hotel or retire to your guestroom to indulge your creativity! Each room is equipped with SuitePad tablets, SMEG fridges, Nespresso coffee makers, and great showers. Enjoy close proximity to the Grand Mosque, the BurJuman Mall, public transit, and more!
Day 2. Dubai
Today, embark on a half-day tour taking you to Dubai's old and new highlights including the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall.Â
After your tour, consider visiting the Dubai Museum, an 18th-century fort housing a museum with multimedia exhibits on local history and cultural heritage.
Dubai city tour with English speaking guide (half-day)
Discover the lively city of Dubai in a 4-hour city tour featuring all the important sites! Begin the tour in Old Dubai and cross the Dubai Creek by small motorized water taxis known as abras. You'll then head over to the world famous Gold Souk, a covered arcade housing numerous jewelry shops. Admire the glittery goodness, and pick up a souvenir if you'd like!
The tour then takes you to the jaw dropping sites of New Dubai. See the world's largest shopping mall (Dubai Mall) the world's tallest building (Burj Khalifa), the Marina, the Burj Al Arab and the famous artificial Palm Islands.
Day 3. Dubai
Start your day with a visit to Dubai's Cultural Center, where you can join in a luncheon and learn more about the various cultures that exist in the city.
In the evening, head to one of the city's most iconic sights: the Dubai Fountain.Â
Day 4. Dubai - Cairo
Bid Dubai farewell as you transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo! Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and assisted through immigration and customs by a representative who will be holding a sign with your name. After transferring to your hotel, enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.
Transfer to Dubai airport (DXB)
Fly to Cairo!
Transfer to Cairo hotel
Check-in - Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino
The Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino is one of Cairo's premier resorts featuring a fully-equipped casino room, bar, outdoor pool, and other amenities all overlooking the River Nile – all of which makes this luxury resort very deserving of its 5-star rating.
By staying right on the west bank of the River Nile, you'll never be far from some of the city's most noteworthy attractions. Try your luck at the hotel's slots or Blackjack tables in the glittering casino or take a stroll to the nearby Cairo Opera House, Egyptian Museum, or Cairo shopping center. The famous Pyramids of Giza are only 20 minutes away. Indulge in stunning views, convenient amenities, and spacious guestrooms during your stay at this lavish hotel.Â
This 5-star resort also features 24-hour room service, a 24-hour fitness center, an upscale spa with plenty of rejuvenating treatments. On-site restaurants include Giannini's New York Italian which serves modern Italian cuisine, Rawi which serves local favorites, Sapporo Japanese Restaurant, and more. With seven on-site restaurants (including a cafe and nightclubs), there's always something to eat and see at the Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino.
Day 5. Cairo
Enjoy a full-day tour taking you to a handful of Cairo's iconic sights including the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar.Â
Cairo Sightseeing Tour, including the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum & Khan El-Khalili Bazaar (full-day, with lunch)
Begin your tour at the famous Great Pyramid of Giza! Giza is the main part of a complex that included two mortuary temples in honor of Khufu (one close to the pyramid and one near the Nile), three smaller pyramids for Khufu's wives, an even smaller "satellite" pyramid, a raised causeway connecting the two temples, and small Mastaba tombs surrounding the pyramid for nobles. One of the small pyramids contains the tomb of Queen Hetepheres (discovered in 1925), sister and wife of Snefru, and the mother of Khufu.
The next stop takes you to the Lord of the Sphinx. The word sphinx, which means "strangler," was first given by the Greeks to a fabulous creature which had the head of a man and the body of a lion. In Egypt, there are numerous sphinxes, usually with the head of a king wearing his headdress and the body of a lion. The head and face of the sphinx certainly reflect a style that belongs to Egypt's old kingdom and to the 4th dynasty in particular.
After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Egyptian Museum. Your Egyptologist will escort you on a fascinating tour of 7,000 years of history, as this famous museum houses the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts (more than 145,000 items on display). Highlights include the famous Tutankhamen collection with its beautiful gold death mask and sarcophagus, and the Royal Mummy room, which houses an additional eleven Pharaonic dignitaries.
Your final stop takes you to the fascinating Khan El-Khalili Bazaar. Reputed to be the largest bazaar in the Middle East, it was originally founded as a watering stop for Caravanserai in the 14th century. As you wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets, you will find workshops and stalls selling all kinds of items from woodwork, glassware and leather goods to perfume, fabrics and Pharaonic curiosities.
Day 6. Cairo
Today is yours to explore on your own - you might want to check out Cairo Citadel or the Mosque of Muhammed Ali. This is also a great day to snap some photos, grab some last-minute souvenirs, or revisit anything that you'd like to investigate further!Â
Day 7. Depart Egypt
Your Dubai-Egypt vacation ends today. At the appropriate time, you'll be transferred to Cairo airport for your flight home.
Transfer to Cairo airport (CAI)
Fly home!
Where available, the Flexible Change Plan allows you to change your travel date for ANY reason (between 30 days and 14 days before planned departure). You will receive a Future Travel Credit for the entire amount you paid. Please note that prepaid instant purchase airfares and group airfare are not eligible for the Flexible Change Plan and are subject to airline-imposed change or cancellation fees based on airline rules at the time that the change is requested. You must rebook using the original air carrier at least 14 days prior to your originally scheduled departure and complete travel at least 1 year from original booking date. Additional fees may apply. Future travel credit is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be redeemed for cash.