10 Days Egypt and Dubai Holiday

Your holiday begins with arrival at Cairo International Airport, where you’ll be welcomed and guided through arrival formalities. From the airport, transfer privately to your hotel and settle in after your flight. The rest of the day is yours to relax and take in the lively atmosphere of Cairo at your own pace.

After breakfast, join your Egyptologist guide for an hands-on full-day tour. Visit the Pyramids of Giza, including the Great Pyramid, Pyramid of Chephren, and Pyramid of Mykerinus. Stand before the Great Sphinx, then continue to the Valley Temple. Lunch is served at a local restaurant before exploring the Grand Egyptian Museum, where thousands of artifacts highlight the richness of Egypt’s past.

Begin your day with breakfast, then head to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square to view ancient relics and treasures from Egypt’s royal dynasties. Next, visit the Citadel of Saladin and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, which offers sweeping views across Cairo. After lunch, immerse yourself in the energy of Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, browsing shops and soaking up the lively ambiance.

Following breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, tour the East Bank to discover the immense Karnak Temple complex and the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then check into your hotel to unwind by the river.

Rise before dawn for an memorable hot air balloon ride over Luxor’s remarkable landscape. Afterwards, explore the West Bank, where you’ll walk among the tombs in the Valley of the Kings, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, and see the colossal statues of Memnon. In the afternoon, board your return flight to Cairo.

Enjoy a final breakfast in Egypt before transferring to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Dubai. On arrival, you’ll be greeted and transported privately to your Dubai hotel, where you can relax and take in your first impressions of this dynamic city.

This morning, explore the traditional heart of Dubai. Discover the Bastakiya Quarter, the historic Al Fahidi Fort, and Dubai Museum. Ride an abra boat across Dubai Creek to the Gold and Spice Souks, with stops for photos at Jumeirah Mosque and Burj Al Arab. In the evening, dine aboard a dhow on the Dubai Marina, enjoying a buffet and city views illuminated at night.

After breakfast, travel to the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi. Visit the striking Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, drive along the Corniche, and tour the Heritage Village for insight into Emirati culture. Visit Marina Mall and finish the day at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, viewing art masterpieces from around the world. Capture a photo stop by Emirates Palace before returning to Dubai.

Spend your morning at leisure, or consider an optional visit to the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. In the afternoon, set out on a desert safari — race over sand dunes, try sandboarding, and ride camels. At sunset, relax at a Bedouin camp with a BBQ dinner and cultural performances under the desert sky.

Enjoy breakfast before checking out. You’ll be transferred to Dubai International Airport, marking the end of your Egypt and Dubai adventure. Take home memories and stories from two iconic destinations.