Cairo, Dahab Oasis & Alexandria, Special Itinerary 08 Days / 07 Nights – Egypt Highlights & Red Sea Escape

From: $1,540 (Based on Double) - Single: $825 - Triple: $140 - Child: $760
8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS - (3) Cairo • (4) Dahab

Cairo, Alexandria & Dahab Oasis Special Itinerary
08 Days / 07 Nights – Egypt Highlights & Red Sea Escape

03 Nights Cairo | 04 Nights Red Sea – Dahab Oasis
Including: Alexandria Day Tour, Nile Dinner Cruise, Overnight St. Catherine & Mount Sinai, Colored Canyon Safari & Blue Hole Snorkeling

Discover the perfect blend of ancient wonders, cultural heritage, desert adventure, and Red Sea relaxation on this carefully designed 8-day Egypt itinerary. Explore Cairo’s iconic landmarks, enjoy a full-day tour to Alexandria, experience a magical Nile dinner cruise, climb Mount Sinai at sunrise, and unwind on the crystal-clear shores of Dahab with snorkeling and desert safaris.

This itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking history, adventure, and luxury beach relaxation in one unforgettable journey.

Highlights
  • 03 Nights in Cairo & 04 Nights in Dahab Oasis
  • Full-day Cairo sightseeing: Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum, Khan El Khalili Bazaar
  • Nile Dinner Cruise with folklore, dervish, and belly dance show
  • Alexandria Day Tour: Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa, Roman Amphitheater, Pompey’s Pillar, photo stop at Citadel of Qaitbay, and Alexandria Bebliotique
  • Overnight tour to St. Catherine & Moses Mount with sunrise view
  • Dahab City Tour and relaxation at Red Sea beaches
  • Colored Canyon Safari and Blue Hole snorkeling adventure
  • Luxury stays at Retac Qunay Dahab Resort & SPA with all-inclusive meals and beverages
  • Sharm El Sheikh City Tour: 2-hour tour to see SOHO Square, Old Sharm, Sharm Cathedral, and Sharm Mosque
Day 1
Arrival in Cairo

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and assisted by YOUR TOUR representative, who will guide you smoothly through immigration and customs formalities.
Transfer by deluxe air-conditioned coach to your hotel in Cairo for check-in.
Free time to relax after your journey.

Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Welcome Drink

Evening optional excursion if applicable: 

- Cairo by night and dinner: Transfer at 18.00 pm to see Cairo by night followed by dinner in a local restaurant. Transfer back to your hotel and overnight: 40 USD per person

Day 2
Cairo Sightseeing – Giza Pyramids, GEM, Khan El Khalili & Nile Dinner Cruise

After breakfast, begin a full-day tour of Cairo’s most famous attractions.

Visit the Pyramids of Giza, built around 2500 BC, including the majestic Great Pyramid, Chephren, Mykerinos, and the legendary Great Sphinx.

Enjoy selected shopping stops (Papyrus Institute, Perfume Factory, and Egyptian Cotton Gallery).

Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), home to one of the world’s most important collections of Pharaonic antiquities.

Explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar and El Moez Street, one of the oldest and most vibrant markets in the Middle East.

In the evening, transfer to the Nile River for a Nile Dinner Cruise, featuring:

Open buffet dinner

Egyptian folklore show

Dervish performance

Belly dancing show

Oriental DJ music

Return to your hotel for overnight.
Meals: Breakfast + Nile Dinner Cruise

Optional excursions during the sightseeing:  
- Salah Aldin Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali: 50 USD per person.
- Sakkara and Memphis: visit the ruins of Memphis, once Egypt’s capital. Inspect the broken relics, columns and giant fallen statue of Ramses II. continue to visit Saqqara to see the famous Step Pyramid of Joser, Egypt’s oldest stone structure. 60 USD Per person.
 - Egyptian Civilization Museum & the Gallery of Royal Mummies:50 USD per person
Evening optional excursions: 
- Sound and light show at Great Pyramids: 60 USD per person
 

Meals: Breakfast
Day 3
airo – Alexandria – Cairo (Full Day Tour)

Early breakfast, then depart by private air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria (210 km – approx. 2.5 hours).

Highlights include:

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest Roman cemetery in Egypt

Roman Amphitheater with marble seating

Pompey’s Pillar, built in honor of Emperor Diocletian

Photo stop at the Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria

Enjoy a Mediterranean fresh fish lunch before returning to Cairo in the evening.

Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast + Mediterranean fresh fish Lunch

Optional Excursions – Alexandria (Extra Charges)

During the Alexandria sightseeing tour, travelers may choose to enhance their experience with the following optional excursions:

- Royal Jewelry Museum of Mohamed Ali: USD 30 per person
- Alexandria National Museum: USD 30 per person
- Greek and Roman Museum: USD 50 per person
- Citadel of Qaitbay: USD 30 per person

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4
airo – Sharm El Sheikh City Tour – Dahab Oasis

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Cairo Domestic Airport for your flight to Sharm El Sheikh.
Upon arrival, enjoy a short Sharm El Sheikh city tour, including:

Old Sharm Market

Sharm Cathedral

Al Mustafa Mosque

SOHO Square

Continue by road to Dahab (100 Km. approx. 01 hours).
Check in at your Red Sea resort, enjoy lunch, and spend the afternoon at leisure by the beach.

Overnight in Dahab
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, HardAllInclusive
Day 5
Dahab – Overnight St. Catherine & Mount Sinai – Dahab City Tour

Dahab – Overnight St. Catherine & Moses Mount – Dahab City Tour

Very early morning departure (01:00 am) with breakfast box.
Transfer to St. Catherine (120 Km. approx. 1.5 hours).

Climb Mount Sinai (Moses Mount) with a local Bedouin guide (Camel ride available on-site for extra charge).

Watch the breathtaking sunrise from the summit (2,285 meters).

Descend and visit St. Catherine’s Monastery, including the Burning Bush, Moses’ Well, Basilica, gardens, and cemetery.

Return to Dahab, followed by a Dahab city tour.
Lunch at the hotel and free time to relax.

Overnight in Dahab
Meals: Breakfast Box + Lunch + Dinner
(All-inclusive: local soft & hard drinks + snacks)

Important Notes:
- Suitable for most travelers; not recommended for children under 4 years, pregnant women, or guests with mobility issues.

- Sweatshirt (in the winter months, heavier clothing), Reusable water bottle and Comfortable clothing and hiking shoes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, HardAllInclusive
Day 6
Dahab – Colored Canyon Safari & Blue Hole Snorkeling

After breakfast, depart by 4x4 Jeep for a desert adventure to the Colored Canyon, famous for its natural rock formations and vibrant colors.

Continue to the Blue Hole, one of the world’s most famous snorkeling and diving sites:

Snorkeling in crystal-clear waters

Camel ride along the seashore

Return to the hotel for lunch and leisure time.

Overnight in Dahab
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
(All-inclusive: local drinks + snacks)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, HardAllInclusive
Day 7
Dahab – Leisure Day

A full day at leisure to enjoy:

The Red Sea beaches

Swimming pools

Resort facilities

Perfect for relaxation or optional water activities.

Overnight in Dahab
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
(All-inclusive: local drinks + snacks)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, HardAllInclusive
Day 8
Dahab – Cairo – Final Departure

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Sharm El Sheikh Domestic Airport for your flight to Cairo.
Upon arrival in Cairo, meet and assist for your international departure.

End of Services
Meals: Breakfast

Meals: Breakfast

Hotels

InterContinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG
On the historic Semiramis hotel site, guests can enjoy modern luxury by the river Nile. Semiramis InterContinental Cairo is located in the heart of do .
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Retac Qunay Dahab Resort & SPA
Retac Qunay Dahab Resort, located in the center of Sinai, overlooks the Gulf of Aqaba. It offers 5 pools and a manmade lagoon. All rooms feature a pri .
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Important Notes for Travelers:
Clothing & Gear:
- Bring a windbreaker or sweatshirt during winter months.
- Comfortable clothing and hiking shoes for Mount Sinai.
- Reusable water bottle for excursions .                                                                                                                                                                              - Lamp/flashlight for night climbing.
Health & Safety:
- Tour suitable for most travelers; not recommended for children under 4 years, pregnant women, or guests with back problems or mobility issues.
- Children should be supervised during water activities.
- Optional diving activities available for beginners and experienced participants for extra cost.
Equipment & Essentials:
- Swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and hat for Red Sea activities.
- Mask, fins, and snorkel (available for rental).
- Camel rides available at Mount Sinai for extra charge.

Inclusions

  • 03 nights in Cairo in a 5 star hotel, on Bed & Breakfast basis
  • 04 nights in Dahab at Retac Qunay Dahab Resort & SPA, 5 star, Standard Room Partial Sea View with Balcony, Hard All-Inclusive
  • Domestic flights (Cairo / Sharm El Sheikh / Cairo)
  • All sightseeing tours with entrance fees and English-speaking guide
  • Nile Dinner Cruise
  • Alexandria day tour
  • St. Catherine & Mount Sinai overnight tour
  • Colored Canyon Safari & Blue Hole snorkeling
  • All transfers by deluxe air-conditioned vehicles

Exclusions

  • Egypt entry visa (USD 30 per person)
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrance inside the Pyramids
  • Beverages during meals (outside all-inclusive)
  • Optional tours
  • Bank transfer fees
  • Tips (USD 7 per person per day)