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14 Days of Authentic Egypt: Village Life, Desert, Nile and Red Sea

Fourteen days through Egypt's most diverse worlds: rural Giza, White Desert, Luxor, Aswan, felucca and the Red Sea.

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DURATION14 days / 13 nights
RouteCAIRO/GIZA – BAHARIYA – WHITE DESERT – LUXOR – ASWAN – FELUCCA – AL QUSAYR ·
DATESAVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Group sizePrivate trip or small group

HIGHLIGHTS

What makes this trip special

Conscious travel, impressive landscapes and personal encounters.

01

Arrival and overnight stay in a rural guesthouse near Giza

02

Safari through the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain and White Desert

03

Two nights at the desert camp under the starry sky

04

Breakfast with a local family in New Qurna

05

Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut and Ramesseum

06

Hot air balloon ride over Luxor at sunrise

07

Philae Temple, Hesa Island and Nubian hospitality

08

Three nights on a traditional felucca

09

Snorkelling and optional diving in the Red Sea

10

Bedouin Safari in the Eastern Desert with Dinner and Stargazing

The Journey

Fourteen days through Egypt’s most diverse landscapes

This journey takes you from a quiet village in rural Giza
across the Black and White Deserts to the temples of Luxor,
the Nubian culture of Aswan, a multi-day felucca trip, and
eventually to the Red Sea.

Each section has its own character: desert nights under
Stars, personal encounters with local families, monumental
History, slow sailing on the Nile and relaxed days between
Coral reefs and Bedouin culture.

The trip is organised on an individual basis and is particularly suitable for
for guests who want to experience Egypt in a rich and varied way, off the beaten track
want to experience all-inclusive routes.

The Concept

Travelling with time, depth and respect

01

A journey through different worlds

Village life, the desert, the Nile, temples and the sea are woven together to form an exceptionally varied itinerary.

02

Local communities

Families, boatmen, desert guides and Bedouins are actively involved in the travel experience.

03

Slow travel

Multi-day stays, desert nights and felucca sailing create space for genuine experiences rather than mere programme points.

04

Individually plannable

The date, group size, room occupancy, and possible extensions will be adapted to your wishes.

PRICES

Select the appropriate option

Private trip

Individually calculated

Upon request

For solo travellers, couples or families. The final price depends on the date, room occupancy and desired services.

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Small group · 5–9 people

From €1,999 per person

Group discount possible

Ideal for groups of friends, families, or guests travelling together.

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Group of 10 or more people

Special price on request

Bespoke quotation

The programme, accommodation, Felucca occupancy and transfers can be adapted.

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Itinerary

Day after day

Day 1Arrival in Cairo and rural Giza

Welcome at the airport and transfer to a charming guesthouse in rural Giza. After dinner, there will be time to settle in and take a short walk through the village.

  • Airport reception
  • Transfer to the guest house
  • Dinner
  • Village walk
  • Overnight stay at Giza
Day 2Bahariya and the start of the Desert Safari

Trip to Bahariya Oasis and a traditional lunch in a Bedouin house. Afterwards, the safari through the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain and the remote location of Matar begins. The camp will be set up in the evening.

  • Bahariya Oasis
  • Bedouin house
  • Black Desert
  • Crystal Mountain
  • Kill
  • Desert camp
Tag 3Dunes, Magic Spring and White Desert

Sunrise and breakfast at the camp. Afterwards, visit the Caravans of Dunes, experience sandboarding and discover Magic Spring. Later, the Grand Wadi Canyon and petrified flowers follow. You will spend the night in the White Desert.

  • Sunrise
  • Sandboarding
  • Magic Spring
  • Wadi gorge
  • Fossilised flowers
  • White Desert
Tag 4Rock formations and onward to Luxor

After breakfast, you'll visit well-known limestone formations such as Mushroom Rock and Rabbit Rock. Afterwards, you'll drive back to Bahariya and continue your journey to Luxor. Overnight stay in a villa with Nile views.

  • Mushroom rocks
  • Rabbit Rock
  • Return to Bahariya
  • Continuation to Luxor
  • Villa on the Nile
Tags: 5New Qurna, Karnak, and Luxor Temples

Visit to New Qurna, Hassan Fathy's village project. Breakfast with a local family, followed by a visit to Karnak and Luxor Temples. In the evening, there will be time for the town and bazaar.

  • New Qurna
  • Breakfast with a family
  • Karnak Temple
  • Luxor Temple
  • Bazaar
Tag 6Hot air balloon, West Bank and trip to Aswan

Early morning hot air balloon ride over Luxor. Afterwards, visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple and the Ramesseum. Then, continue to Aswan and stay overnight in a Nubian house.

  • Hot air balloon ride
  • Valley of the Kings
  • Hatshepsut's Temple
  • Ramesseum
  • Transfer to Aswan
  • Nubian House
Tag 7Nubian Culture and Philae

Discovery of the island world around Aswan. Visit to the Temple of Philae and onward journey to Hesa Island. There you will experience the sunset and a traditional dinner with a Nubian family.

  • Nil Islands
  • Temple of Philae
  • Hesa Island
  • Nubian family
  • Dinner
  • Sunset
Tag 8Tombs of the Nobles and the Beginning of Felucca Sailing

In the morning, a hike to the Tombs of the Nobles and to the Monastery of Anba Hidra. Afterwards, preparation and boarding for the three-day felucca cruise.

  • Graves of the Nobles
  • Anba Hidra
  • Embarkation
  • Felucca trip
  • Overnight on board
Tag 9Felucca trip on the Nile

A relaxing sailing day with stops at villages, islands and tranquil coastal landscapes. Meals and overnight stay on board.

  • Sailing
  • Villages
  • Islands
  • Meals on board
  • Overnight on the felucca
Tag 10Felucca trip and life on the Nile

Continue at a leisurely pace. Small towns or islands will be visited depending on the wind and water level. In the evening, a shared dinner and a second full night on the Nile.

  • Sailing
  • Local stops
  • Free time
  • Dinner
  • Overnight on the felucca
Day 11Disembarkation and arrival in Al-Quseir

After breakfast, the felucca ride ends. Afterwards, travel to Al-Quseir on the Red Sea and check into a historic guesthouse.

  • Breakfast on board
  • Disembarkation
  • Transfer to Al-Quseir
  • Historic guest house
Tag 12Underwater world of the Red Sea

Snorkelling and optional diving at Al-Zarib. A traditional music event awaits you in the evening.

  • Snorkelling
  • Optional diving
  • Al-Zarib
  • Coral reefs
  • Traditional Music
Day 13Bedouin Safari in the Eastern Desert

Journey into the Eastern Desert's mountain landscape with a local Bedouin guide. Visit a traditional dwelling, enjoy a home-cooked dinner, and stargaze.

  • Eastern Desert
  • Bedouin guide
  • Traditional accommodation
  • Dinner
  • Starry sky
Tag 14Farewell and airport transfer

After breakfast, transfer to Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport. If desired, the trip can be extended with additional beach days.

  • Breakfast
  • Transfer to the airport
  • Departure
  • Optional extension

Services

What's included?

Inclusive

  • 13 overnights as per itinerary
  • Accommodation in carefully selected guesthouses and small hotels
  • Two nights in the desert camp
  • Three nights on a traditional felucca
  • Daily breakfast and dinner as per the programme
  • Meals during desert and felucca stages
  • All transfers expressly mentioned in the itinerary
  • All activities and visits mentioned in the programme
  • Entrance tickets for the listed attractions
  • Local German or English-speaking tour guide
  • Desert safari with a local guide
  • Breakfast with a local family in New Qurna
  • Hot air balloon ride in Luxor
  • Traditional dinner on Hesa Island
  • Snorkelling trip in the Red Sea
  • Bedouin Safari in the Eastern Desert
  • Personalised assistance during the trip

Not included

  • International and national flights
  • Visa for Egypt
  • Travel and trip cancellation insurance
  • Lunch, unless otherwise stated in the programme
  • Optional diving and additional water sports activities
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
  • Additional, unadvertised activities
  • Individual extensions
  • Services not explicitly listed under „Included“
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IMPRESSIONS

Insights into this journey

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Are there fixed travel dates?

No. The trip is organised individually upon request. The date, group size, and possible extensions will be agreed upon jointly.

How is the felucca equipped?

The felucca is a traditional Egyptian sailing boat. The sleeping berths are located in a communal area on deck. A simple bathroom is available on board.

What are the overnight stays in the desert like?

Sleeping will be in a prepared camp under basic conditions. Warm clothing for the night is recommended.

Is the journey physically demanding?

The journey requires a normal level of fitness. Individual activities such as dunes, hikes, and longer transfers may be more strenuous.

Is the hot air balloon flight included?

Yes, the hot air balloon flight is included in the planned itinerary. Its operation is dependent on weather conditions and regulatory approvals.

Is diving included in the price?

Snorkelling is part of the programme. Diving can be arranged additionally, depending on availability, qualifications, and personal preferences.

Are vegetarian or vegan meals possible?

Yes. Dietary requirements, allergies, and intolerances should be communicated when booking, if possible.

Can I extend the trip?

Yes. Additional beach days, Cairo, Siwa or further travel modules can be added individually.

What should I bring?

Light daywear, comfortable shoes, swimwear, sun protection, a hat, sunglasses, warm clothing for desert and Nile nights, personal medication, a camera, and a power bank are recommended.

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14 Days of Authentic Egypt: Village Life, Desert, Nile and Red Sea

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