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Dubai, Arabian Desert, Cairo & the Pyramids, Abu Simbel, luxury Nile River cruise
This private luxury tour combines the highlights of Dubai and Egypt, including fascinating cultural touring, luxury accommodations, and expert private guides. Artisans of Leisure travelers are escorted throughout Egypt by one of the country’s top private Egyptologist guides (including on the luxury Nile River cruise) and have their own private drivers in each location.
Begin in Dubai with private touring that is flexible, sophisticated and tailored to your interests. Perhaps visit the most important cultural attractions, such as tile-covered mosques, the Dubai Museum and the Bastakiya Quarter. Travel by abra (water taxi) across Dubai Creek, the bustling waterway in the heart of the city. Browse the spice and gold souks. See traditional architecture in residential neighborhoods and spectacular contemporary landmarks. Visit local art galleries and specialty shops, including one of Dubai’s legendary malls.
Next, journey into the Arabian Desert, and stay in your own private tented bungalow at a luxury resort surrounded by sand dunes and palm trees. Relax in your private pool, or enjoy activities according to your interests, such as camel and horseback riding, nature walks, traditional sports such as falconry and archery, thrilling four-wheel drive (4x4) tours through the sand dunes, and spa treatments.
Fly to Cairo, Egypt. Artisans of Leisure travelers are escorted throughout Egypt by one of the country’s top private Egyptologist guides (including on the luxury Nile River cruise) and have their own private drivers in each location.
Experience Cairo as an insider—our tours offer the most in-depth, sophisticated Cairo touring available. Visit the most interesting cultural attractions in the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, such as the Citadel, the Egyptian Museum and the Hanging Church. Tour our favorite neighborhoods, which are filled with beautiful Fatimid, Islamic, Mameluk, Ottoman, Coptic and Art Deco architecture. See well-preserved medieval residences formerly occupied by wealthy merchants. Walk through fascinating markets such as the renowned Khan al-Khalili bazaar. Also visit smaller and lesser-known museums dedicated to Islamic art, applied arts and Egyptian culture. If desired, we can also arrange visits to Cairo’s top boutiques and reservations at the best restaurants in town.
One day, take a private excursion to the Pyramids of Giza, a world-renowned and UNESCO-listed burial complex that includes pyramids, tombs, temples, the Solar Boat and the Great Sphinx. If desired, enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids. Also visit the even older pyramids of Dahshur and Saqqara. One evening, perhaps opt to watch the sound and light show at the Pyramids.
Next, fly to Abu Simbel, two spectacular monumental temples commissioned by Pharaoh Ramses II and carved into sandstone cliffs. Visit at sunrise, the best time to see this unforgettable UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Next, enjoy a four-night luxury Nile River cruise. Tour extraordinary archaeological sites such as the Temple of Philae in Aswan, the Temple of Horus (Edfu) and the Temple of Kom Ombo. Around Luxor, visit Luxor Temple and the Karnak complex, Medinet Habu, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, including the tombs of King Tut and Ramses VI. We will also arrange access to the spectacular tombs of Seti I and Queen Nefertari. Upon request, arrangements can be made to tour monuments usually closed to the public or visit museums outside of opening hours. Throughout the cruise, Artisans of Leisure will arrange private shore excursions with your own Egyptologist guide.
Depending on your travel dates, this cruise is also available in reverse, from Luxor to Aswan.
The tour concludes with one night in Cairo.
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