16-Day Egypt and Morocco Tour from Cairo

Day 1 Cairo

As they arrive in Cairo, guests will transfer to their local hotels.

Standard Hotel: Pyramids park/similar

Dulexe Hotel: Cairo Pyramids Hotel--Steigenberger/similar

Day 2 Step Pyramid - Memphis - Giza Pyramids

After breakfast we will visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser, where we will be able to marvel at the Pyramid Texts inside the Pyramid of Teti. After that we will visit the museum of Imhotep before heading to the ancient capital of Egypt, Memphis. After lunch we will see the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx.

Cairo, EGYPT Cairo, Egypt's sprawling capital, is set on the Nile River. Nearby, Giza is site of the iconic pyramids and Great Sphinx, dating to the 26th century B.C.E. In Gezira Island's leafy Zamalek district, 187m Cairo Tower affords panoramic city views.

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  Great Sphinx of Giza The Great Sphinx rises above the desert majestically as the tallest monolith statue in the world. It was built during the Old Kingdom of Egypt, usually dated between 2558-2532 BCE, under the reign of Pharaoh Khafra.

Standard Hotel: Pyramids park/similar

Dulexe Hotel: Movenpick Hotel Cairo Pyramids/similar

Day 3 Egyptian Museum

Today, we will visit the Egyptian Museum to study artifacts from Ancient Egypt. Then, we will visit the Hanging Church and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali.

Cairo, EGYPT Cairo, Egypt's sprawling capital, is set on the Nile River. Nearby, Giza is site of the iconic pyramids and Great Sphinx, dating to the 26th century B.C.E. In Gezira Island's leafy Zamalek district, 187m Cairo Tower affords panoramic city views.

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  The Egyptian Museum Containing an unparalleled collection of over 120,000 items, this museum opened in 1902 to show a detailed history of ancient Egyptian culture. Many languages can be found on the artifacts, including Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Arabic.
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  The Hanging Church This Coptic church in Cairo is one of the oldest in Egypt, with history dating back to the 3rd century AD. It gets its named because it is positioned above the gatehouse to the Babylon Fortress.
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  Mosque of Muhammad Ali This mosque can be found at the very summit of the citadel of Cairo. Built under the rule of the Ottoman Empire, it was the largest mosque built in the first half of the 19th century.

Standard Hotel: Pyramids park/similar

Dulexe Hotel: Movenpick Hotel Cairo Pyramids/similar

Day 4 Cairo - Luxor(503 km)

In the morning we will fly to Luxor to board on the ultra-deluxe Nile cruise. Then we will visit Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple. After that, we will return to the cruise for lunch and to enjoy the remainder of the day at our own leisure.

Luxor, EGYPT Luxor is a city on the east bank of the Nile River in Egypt. It's on the site of ancient Thebes, the pharaohs' capital at the height of their power, during the 16th-11th centuries B.C.E.

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  Karnak Temple This vast complex of ruined temples was once the great Egyptian city of Thebes. It is a vast, open-air museum where visitors can see a cross-section into many eras of ancient Egyptian culture.
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  Luxor Temple This large temple complex was the grand monument in ancient Thebes. Constructed around 1400 BCE, various sections were built under the rule of the famous pharaohs Tutankhamen and Ramesses II.

Standard Hotel: Ms/Sara (Nile Cruise)

Dulexe Hotel: M/S Nile Dolphin/M.Sconcerto/Nile Premium (Nile Cruise)

Day 5 West Bank - Luxor

Today, we will visit the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of Luxor. We will also stop by the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the cruise for lunch.

Luxor, EGYPT Luxor is a city on the east bank of the Nile River in Egypt. It's on the site of ancient Thebes, the pharaohs' capital at the height of their power, during the 16th-11th centuries B.C.E.

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  Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut Nestled into a set of cliffs in the ancient city of Thebes, now modern day Luxor, this ancient temple is dedicated to the god Amen-Ra. It is considered the closest ancient Egyptians came to the Calssical style of architecture.
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  Valley of the Kings This valley is named because during a period of about 500 years, several Egyptian pharaohs were buried here. It is one of the most significant Egyptian archaeological sites.
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  Colossi of Memnon These two massive stone statues near Luxor have stood for nearly 3,400 years, marking the entrance to the ancient Theban necropolis. Both statues depict the pharaoh Amenhotep III and are made of quartzite sandstone.

Standard Hotel: Ms Sara (Nile Cruise)

Dulexe Hotel: Ms Nile Dolphin/M.Sconcerto/Nile Premium (Nile Cruise)

Day 6 Nile Cruise: Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples(179 km)

Our cruise will sail to Edfu after passing the lock of Esna. Then, we will visit a well-preserved temple to the god Horas and the Temple of Kom Ombo. We will also visit the Crocodile Museum before continuing with our cruise.

Aswan, EGYPT

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  Temple of Kom Ombo This double temple was built between 180-47 BC during the Ptolemaic dynasty. The southern part of the temple is dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god and creator of the world, while the southern half is dedicated to Horus the Elder.

Standard Hotel: Ms/Sara (Nile Cruise)

Dulexe Hotel: M/S Nile Dolphin/M.Sconcerto/Nile Premium (Nile Cruise)

Day 7 Aswan - Temple of Isis

Today we will visit the Temple of Isis on Philea by motor boat and enjoy one of the bets sights in Egypt.

Aswan, EGYPT

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  Temple of Isis on Philae This temple was built on the island of Philae, which sits downstream of the Aswan Dam, in the 4th century BC. The temple has been noted for its architectural prowess.

Standard Hotel: Ms/Sara (Nile Cruise)

Dulexe Hotel: M/S Nile Dolphin/M.Sconcerto/Nile Premium (Nile Cruise)

Day 8 Aswan - Cairo(682 km)

After breakfast, we will disembark from the cruise and fly back to Cairo.

Standard Hotel: Pyramids Park/ similar

Dulexe Hotel: Mercure Le Sphinx/similar

Day 9 Cairo - Casablanca(3668 km)

After breakfast, we will check out of the hotel. Then, we will transfer to the Cairo International Airport tofly to Casablanca.

Casablanca, Morocco Casablanca is largest city of Morocco, located in the western part of the country on the Atlantic Ocean. It is also one of the largest and most important cities in Africa, both economically and demographically.

Standard Hotel: Oum Palace

Day 10 Central Market - Royal Palace - Rabat(99 km)

After breakfast, we will explore Casablanca by visiting the Central Market, the Habous District, the Royal Palace, Mohamed V Square, the residential area of Anfa, and the exterior of the Hassan II Mosque. After lunch, we will travel to Rabat, where we will visit the Royal Palace, Ouadayas Garden and Kasbah, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, and Hassan Tower. Afterwards, we will check into our hotel and enjoy dinner.

Casablanca, Morocco Casablanca is largest city of Morocco, located in the western part of the country on the Atlantic Ocean. It is also one of the largest and most important cities in Africa, both economically and demographically.

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  Hassan II Mosque This mosque in Casablanca is the largest in the country and the seventh largest in the world. At 60 feet, the minaret towers above the surrounding promontory, standing watch over the Atlantic Ocean.
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  Place Mohammed V
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  Quartier Habous Habous Quartier, also known as Casablanca's New Medina, is one of the liveliest districts in the Morocco. Famous for its brightly colored French colonial style buildings and marketplace, Habous Quartier is popular among tourists interested in purchasing hand-made crafts and leather goods.

Rabat, Morocco Rabat is the capital and fourth largest city of Morocco. Tourism and the presence of all foreign embassies in Morocco serve to make Rabat one of the most important cities in the country.

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  Mausoleum of Mohammed V This mausoleum in Rabat is the burial site of King Mohammed V, who was king of the country until his death in 1961. The mausoleum is considered a beautiful example of the architectural style of the Alaouite Dynasty.
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  Hassan Tower The Hassan Tower is all that remains of an incomplete mosque, built in the 12th century AD, that was intended to be the world's largest. The Tower is only half as high as originally intended.

Standard Hotel: Hotel Helnan Chella

Day 11 Rabat - Meknes - Fes(208 km)

After breakfast, we will journey from Rabat to Meknes to visit the Ismailia capital, which has the longest ramparts in Morocco, the famous Bab Mansour Gate, the Royal Stables, and the Jewish Quarter. After lunch, we will travel to the holy city of Moulay Driss, passing the ruins of Volubilis, an ancient Roman city, on the way. Later, we will continue to Fes, where we will check into our hotel for the night.

Meknes, Morocco Meknes is a city in northern Morocco. Meknes was the capital of Morocco under the reign of Moulay Ismail (1672-1727), the founder of the Alaouite dynasty.

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  Bab el-Mansour Named for its architect, the Bab el-Mansour is a large gate into the city of Meknes, covered with intricate mosaic designs. The interior of the gate is often used as an art gallery to exhibit local pieces.

Fes, Morocco The third-largest city in Morocco, Fes features beautiful historic architecture that showcases the incredible works of the Arab world.

Standard Hotel: Hotel Volubilis Fes

Day 12 Fes

Today, we will explore Fes by visiting the Medina, Bou Inania Madrasa, the Nejjarine Fountain, the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, and the exterior of the Karaouyne Mosque. In the afternoon, we will shop at the souks.

Fes, Morocco The third-largest city in Morocco, Fes features beautiful historic architecture that showcases the incredible works of the Arab world.

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  Zaouia Moulay Idriss II The Zaouia Moulay Idriss II is a shrine in Fes, Morocco, dedicated to and the tomb of Moulay Idriss II, who ruled Morocco from 807 to 828 and founded the city of Fes for the second time in 810.
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  Fes el Bali The Fes el Bali is one of two medina quarters in the city of Fes, Morocco and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The district is surrounded by historic walls, and features excellent examples of Arab Moroccan art and architecture.
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  Bou Inania Madrasa This madrasa (an Arabic word for an educational institution) in Fes, Morocco, is regarded as one of the best examples of Marinid architecture. It is named for Abu Inan Faris, a Moroccan ruler in the Middle Ages.

Standard Hotel: Hotel Volubilis Fes

Day 13 Fes - Marrakech - Beni Mellal(269 km)

Today, we will leave Fes, heading to Marrakech. On the way, we will pass the Berber villages of Imouzer and Ifrane. After lunch, we will relax in Beni Mellal, one of the country's main agricultural centers.

Marrakech, Morocco Marrakech is a major city in the northwest African nation of Morocco. It is the fourth largest city in the country after Casablanca, Fes and Tangier, and is the capital of the mid-southwestern region of Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz.

Standard Hotel: Atlas Hotels

Day 14 Marrakech

Today, we will explore Marrakech by visiting the Old Medina, where we will see the Menara Garden, the Saadien Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia Mosque, and the Dar Si Said Museum. We will also visit the souks and the Djemaa El Fna, a famous palace.

Marrakech, Morocco Marrakech is a major city in the northwest African nation of Morocco. It is the fourth largest city in the country after Casablanca, Fes and Tangier, and is the capital of the mid-southwestern region of Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz.

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  Jemaa el-Fnaa This marketplace is the main public square in Marrakech, located in the city's old medina district, and is still one of the best local spots for food and artisan craft goods.
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  Koutoubia Mosque Located in Marrakesh's medina quarter, this mosque is the city's largest, built around the 12th-century B.C.E., and located near the Jemaa el-Fna marketplace. At night, the entire complex is illuminated by floodlights.
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  Bahia Palace "Bahia" means "brilliance," and one would be hard-pressed to come up with a more apt descriptor for the Bahia Palace in Marrakech, a 19th-century complex that was intended to be the most magnificent palace in the world.
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  Old Medina The Medina district of Marrakech is the city's oldest section, with beautiful architecture and narrow streets and alleyways. It is centered around the Jemaa el-Fna marketplace.
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  Saadian Tombs This system of tombs dates back to roughly the late 1600s, and was rediscovered in the early 1900s. The tombs are now one of Marrakech's major tourist attractions because of their intricate designs.

Standard Hotel: Atlas Hotels

Day 15 Marrakech - Casablanca(370 km)

Today, we will enjoy some free time in Marrakech. In the afternoon, we will return to Casablanca.

Standard Hotel: Oum Palace

Day 16 Casablanca

Guests will transfer to the airport in Casablanca according to the time of their departure flights.

Inclusions

• 4 Nights full board on Nile Cruise
• Domestic flight from Cairo - Luxor - Aswan - Cairo
• Private guide
• All taxes
• Entry fees
• Private transportation
• Airport pick up
• Hotels accommodation and breakfasts
• Lunch during the day tours in Cairo

Exclusions

• Any optional excursions not included
• Tips for guide and driver
• Beverages and drinks
• Entry visa, at airport upon arrival

Confirmation

• All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 2-3 business days after booking. Please do not book the airline tickets until you received the confirmation.

Redemption

• Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your e-ticket. You must print and bring e-ticket(s) on your trip, as they serve as proof of purchase.

Terms & Condition

• Once booked this tour cannot be cancelled.
• Prices may vary and are subject to availability by season, weekend, and/or holiday.
• While we will make every effort to maintain a regular operation, we reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip and issue a full refund to affected customers under special circumstances.