EGYPT & MOROCCO
From $3,900/Person
Choose Egypt and Morocco for an immersive experience
Experience the perfect blend of ancient wonders and vibrant cultures on this unforgettable journey through Egypt and Morocco. Begin in Cairo, where you will explore the legendary Pyramids of Giza and the remarkable Grand Egyptian Museum before embarking on a scenic Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor, discovering magnificent temples, ancient tombs, and timeless landscapes along the way. Return to Cairo before continuing to Morocco, where the imperial city of Fez awaits with its rich history, b…
Included
- Meet and greet service upon arrival in Cairo
- 3 nights’ accommodation in Cairo on a bed and breakfast basis
- 3 nights’ accommodation onboard a Nile Cruise on a full board basis
- 3 nights’ accommodation in Fez on a bed and breakfast basis
- 13 included meals in Egypt (6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners)
- Private, English-speaking licensed Egyptologist during all Egypt sightseeing
- English-speaking local guides during Morocco sightseeing
- Full-day Cairo tour including the Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum, and lunch at a local restaurant
- Nile Cruise sightseeing including High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, felucca ride, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Karnak and Luxor Temples, and West Bank visits (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon)
- Transportation in Morocco with air-conditioned vehicle and dedicated driver throughout the program (vehicle size based on group size)
- Entrance fees to all monuments as per the itinerary in both Egypt and Morocco
- All transfers on a private basis in Egypt and shared/private basis in Morocco as per program
- Domestic flights in Egypt (Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo)
- All hotel taxes and service charges
Excluded
- International airfare
- Visa fees (Egypt and Morocco, if applicable)
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Beverages during meals and onboard the Nile Cruise
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and cruise staff
- Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, and other incidentals
- Portage at hotels in Morocco
- Any optional tours or services not mentioned in the itinerary
Itinerary
Day01/10
- Day 01
Arrive Cairo
Arrive in the Land of the Pharaohs. Upon completion of immigration and customs formalities at Cairo International Airport, you will be met at the exit by our representative and escorted to your hotel. - Day 02
Cairo – Full Day Pyramids & GEM Museum with lunch
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading out for a full-day tour exploring Cairo’s most iconic site. Visit the Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, as well as the enigmatic Sphinx. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where an extensive collection of ancient treasures awaits. Lunch is included at a local restaurant during your tour. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure. (B, L) - Day 03
Cairo / Aswan / Kom Ombo / Edfu
Transfer from your hotel to Cairo International Airport for your morning flight to Aswan. Upon arrival you will be escorted to your Nile cruise ship. You will visit the High Dam, the Granite Alexandria Quarries with the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Temple of Isis at Philae. Sail on board a felucca (if time permits), a traditional Egyptian sailboat and view Kitchener’s Island Botanical Garden and the Agha Khan Mausoleum. After lunch, sail to Kom Ombo, where you will visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Sobek and Haroeris before arriving in Edfu. Overnight onboard (B,L,D) - Day 04
Edfu / Luxor
Travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, the falcon god. Dating from 237 B.C., it is considered the best-preserved temple in Egypt and the second largest after the Temple of Karnak. Sail to Esna, passing through the Esna Lock, and continue sailing towards Luxor. Overnight onboard (B, L, D) - Day 05
Luxor
Visit the West Bank necropolis including the Valley of the Kings, the Funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. Enjoy an optional sound and light show at Karnak Temple this evening. Overnight onboard (B, L, D) - Day 06
Luxor / Cairo
After breakfast, visit Karnak and Luxor temples, a centuries old city of pylons, hypostyle halls, colossal statues, shrines and obelisks. Disembark and transfer to the airport for your afternoon flight to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo you will be met and escorted to your hotel. (B) - Day 07
Cairo / Casablanca / Fez
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Casablanca. Upon arrival at Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport, you will be met and assisted, then transferred to the imperial city of Fez. An optional visit to the Hassan II Mosque can be arranged if your flight arrives before 12:00 PM. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Dinner is not included. (B) - Day 08
Fez City Tour
After breakfast, enjoy a full day exploring Morocco’s oldest imperial city. Highlights include the medieval medina, a visit to Medersa Bouanania (entrance included), the exterior of the Karaouine Mosque, and the Nejjarine Fountain. Lunch is at leisure (not included). Continue discovering the vibrant souks and artisan quarters before returning to the hotel. Dinner is at leisure (not included). Overnight at the hotel. (B) - Day 09
Day Trip to Chefchaouen
After breakfast, depart for Chefchaouen, known as the “Blue City” for its striking, blue-painted streets and buildings. Upon arrival, explore Uta El Hammam Square, the Kasbah, Ras El Maa Spring, and the Andalusian Quarter. Lunch is at leisure (not included). In the afternoon, return to Fez. An optional visit to the Roman ruins of Volubilis can be arranged. Dinner is at leisure (not included). Overnight at the hotel. - Day 10
Departure
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure.