15-day Saudi Arabia and Egypt Tour Package

from $4249
Duration: 15 Days / 14 Nights
Type: Private
Run: Everyday
Overview:

The 15-day Saudi Arabia and Egypt trip is a dream adventure for anyone who loves to experience a blend of history, culture, and luxury. The journey starts with Saudi Arabia, where the capital city, Riyadh, and the ancient city of AlUla will be at your disposal. The latter is home to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hegra, which is also one of the ancient wonders of the world. The stunning sand dunes and hospitable inhabitants will be part of your experience as well.

The next stop is Egypt, where you will be able to take a closer look at the Great Pyramids of Giza, the treasures of the Egyptian Museum, and the historic neighborhoods of Cairo. To top it all off, you will experience a luxurious Nile cruise that will take you to such iconic temples as Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and Luxor, thereby mixing cultural exploration with peaceful river landscapes. This meticulously planned itinerary strikes the right balance between guided excursions and relaxation, thus providing an unforgettable moment in our premium Egypt and Saudi tours.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Riyadh

Welcome to Saudi Arabia, a colorful country where old ways and modern styles coexist. Your guide will be waiting for you and will help you with the entry visa process after you land at Riyadh's international airport. Then you will be driven in a luxury air-conditioned car through the lively and bustling streets of Riyadh. After arriving at your chosen hotel, the tour manager will help you check in and confirm the times for all your activities during your stay. Spend the night in Riyadh.


Day 2: Riyadh Day Tour

Begin your day with a trip to Diriyyah, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which was the site of the first Saudi state. Discover the old town's ruins, which include royal houses and markets. After that, visit the Masmak Fort built in 1895, then proceed to the Dirah Souq for some shopping. In the afternoon, the National Museum, which tells the story of Arabia from ancient times to the present, will be your next stop. At last, you will visit Murabba Palace, built by King Abdul Aziz in 1937, which will be the last point of your tour. Head back to the hotel for an overnight stay.


Included Activities :
Visit to Diriyyah
Explore the old town of Diriyyah
Visit Masmak Fort
Shopping at Dirah Souq
Tour of the National Museum
Visit to Murabba Palace
Meals Included :
Breakfast-Lunch.

Day 3: Flight to Al Ula

This morning, you will transfer to the airport for your flight to AlUla. Your afternoon will be spent visiting the remarkable sites of Madain Saleh, the southernmost town of the Nabatean kingdom, which was referred to as Al Hegra during ancient times. Uncover the rock-cut tombs, the Nabatean Well, and Al Farid Palace. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then head to Harrat Uairedh for panoramic views. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Al Ula for 2 nights.


Included Activities :
Explore Madain Saleh (Al Hegra)
Visit rock-cut tombs
Discover the Nabatean Well
Visit Al Farid Palace
Lunch at a local restaurant
Visit Harrat Uairedh for panoramic views
Meals Included :
Breakfast-Dinner

Day 4: Al Ula Tours

Meet your guide in the hotel lobby for a full day of touring in AlUla. Discover the ancient sites of Dadan and Jabal Ikmah, which have been recognized as World Heritage Sites, where ancient writings and graves from the 9th and 8th centuries BCE can be seen. After that, go to the Old Town to get a better understanding of Al Ula’s history, walk through the oasis, and have tea with a local family. At the end of the day, see the famous 'Elephant Rock.' Come back to the hotel for a night in Al Ula.


Included Activities :
Explore the World Heritage sites of Dadan and Jabal Ikmah
Visit the Old Town to learn about Al Ula’s history
Stroll through the oasis
Enjoy tea with a local family
Visit the iconic Elephant Rock
Meals Included :
Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner

Day 5: Fly to Jeddah

Transfer from your hotel in AlUla for your flight to Jeddah. Arrive at Jeddah airport by evening and transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay


Meals Included :
Breakfast

Day 6: Jeddah Day Tour

Start your morning at Tayebat Museum, which is rich in pre-Islamic artifacts, Islamic manuscripts, and traditional Saudi attire. Next, go to the Jeddah Open Museum, where you will find different models and beautiful spots on the corniche. During your trip, you will stop by the Floating Mosque, which looks like it is floating on water. You will then have a chance to see the Red Sea and visit King Fahd's Fountain, which is the tallest in the world. Finally, your evening will be devoted to Al-Balad (Old Town), where you will see historic Ottoman houses, including Nasif House. Back to the hotel for a night in Jeddah.


Included Activities :
Visit to Tayebat Museum
Explore the Jeddah Open Museum
Visit the Floating Mosque
View the Red Sea
Discover King Fahd's Fountain
Tour of Al-Balad (Old Town)
Visit historic Ottoman houses, including Nasif House
Meals Included :
Breakfast-Lunch

Day 7: Jeddah to Madinah Day Tour

This morning, transfer from your hotel to Jeddah train station to board the high-speed train to Madinah. The journey duration is about 2 hours. In Madinah train station, your private guide will welcome you and take you for a day tour. The Prophet's Biography and the Islamic Civilization International Fair and Museum are among the places to visit. Then, consider Qiba Street that joins two mosques: the Holy Mosque and Qiba Mosque, and also Souq Taiba. A five-star hotel with a view over the Prophet Muhammad Mosque will be your lunch destination. It is important to understand that non-Muslims are not permitted inside the mosques but can observe them from outside. After your tour, you will board the train for the return journey to Jeddah, where a private transfer to your hotel will be arranged for an overnight stay.


Meals Included :
Breakfast - Lunch

Day 8: Fly to Cairo

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will be met by your tour manager and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Cairo.


Meals Included :
Breakfast.

Day 9: Pyramids and Cairo Sightseeing

After a breakfast at your hotel, your personal guide will take you to the Giza Plateau, where you will see the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and be amazed at them. Then proceed to the Sphinx and Valley Temple. After visiting the pyramids, savor a meal at an Egyptian restaurant and then go to the Egyptian Museum to view ancient artifacts and treasures. If time allows, visit Khan El Khalili, the oldest bazaar in Cairo. Stay overnight in Cairo.


Included Activities :
Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza ,Sphinx and Valley Temple ,Khan El Khalili ,
Egyptian Museum
Meals Included :
Breakfast-Lunch.

Day 10: Fly to Luxor - East Bank Sightseeing

Depart from Cairo to Luxor today. Your tour manager will be waiting for you at the hotel for a transfer to Cairo International Airport. After landing, you will be taken in a private air-conditioned car to your luxurious Nile cruise. You will have a wonderful lunch on board and then go to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank. You will be back at the cruise in time for dinner. The first night on your cruise will be in Luxor.


Included Activities :
Visits: Karnak Temple-Luxor Temple
Meals Included :
Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner

Day 11: West Bank Sightseeing

Have a wonderful breakfast on board your ship before you start your visit to the West Bank of Luxor. First, pay your respects at the Valley of the Kings, where the most important Pharaohs were buried. Then proceed to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and feast your eyes on the Colossi of Memnon, after which you will be back in time for lunch on your ship, which is sailing towards Edfu. Afterwards relax on the ship, treat yourself to afternoon tea, or take a dip in the Jacuzzi. Dinner on board marks the end of the day. You will spend your night on board the ship in Edfu.


Included Activities :
Valley of the Kings-Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Meals Included :
Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner

Day 12: Edfu and Kom Ombo

Enjoy a tasty breakfast while cruising to Edfu. After the landing, explore the Edfu Temple, which is one of the best-preserved temples of the Greco-Roman period and was built for the god Horus. Get the chance to take a nice ride in a horse-drawn carriage to the temple and see the countryside beauties along the way. After your tour, come back to your ship and set off for Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, visit the rare temple of Kom Ombo that has two separate entrances and sanctuaries. Have a sumptuous lunch on the cruise as you head for Aswan. Savor your dinner with the calmness of the Nile River around you. Stay on board your cruise in Aswan overnight.


Meals Included :
Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner

Day 13: Aswan Sightseeing

Enjoy another breakfast onboard while sailing to Aswan. The first sight to behold in Aswan is the unfinished obelisk, followed by the Temple of Philae, devoted to Isis and Hathor. Afterward, enjoy dinner on the cruise ship while sailing along the Nile River. It'll be an overnight cruise to Aswan.


Meals Included :
Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner

Day 14: Fly to Cairo

Enjoy the final beautiful morning with a great breakfast on board the ship. After breakfast, disembark in Aswan and transfer to the Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, you would be met and transferred to your hotel for your final night in Egypt, the Land of the Pharaohs.


Meals Included :
Breakfast
Optional Tours :
Optional Tour to Abu Simbel

Day 15: Cairo Final Departure

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight back home. At the end of your 15-day Saudi Arabia and Egypt Tours with Nile Cruise.


Meals Included :
Breakfast
Included:
  • Meet and greet service upon your arrival at the airport by our representatives
  • Assistance with guest relations throughout your stay
  • All transfers conducted via private air-conditioned vehicles
  • Domestic flight tickets from Cairo to Luxor and from Aswan to Cairo
  • Accommodation for 3 nights in Cairo, including daily breakfast
  • 4-night stay on a 5-star superior Nile cruise ship, with full board included
  • Accommodation in Riyadh for 2 nights, including breakfast and all taxes
  • Accommodation in Al Ula for 2 nights, including breakfast and dinner
  • Accommodation in Jeddah for 3 nights, including breakfast and all taxes
  • Domestic flights for Riyadh to Al Ula and Jeddah in economy class
  • All tours as outlined in the program
  • Private sightseeing tours in Cairo as detailed in the itinerary
  • Shared sightseeing tours on the cruise with a 
  • Local English-speaking tour guide in Cairo
  • Local English-speaking guides in Riyadh and Jeddah
  • Local guide in Madinah
  • Local English-speaking guide in Al Ula for tours at Hegra, Dadan, and Ekmah Mountain, joining group tours
  • English-speaking driver for the remainder of the tours in Saudi Arabia
  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
  • All meals specified in the itinerary
  • Bottled water provided during outings outside of the hotel or cruise ship
  • Portage assistance as needed
  • All service charges and taxes
Excluded:
  • International airfare
  • Entry visas for Egypt and Saudi Arabia
  • Any optional tours
  • Personal expenses, such as drinks during meals, laundry, and phone calls
  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, or any other tips
  • Camera fees at sites where photography is permitted
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Notes:

Saudi Arabia to Egypt Tour Prices:

Our tour prices are quoted in US dollars per person per trip, but you can also choose to pay in Euro or GBP. Please be aware that prices may fluctuate during Christmas, New Year, seasonal events and Easter. We are committed to providing the lowest possible prices, and we keep our rates up-to-date. Once your  Saudi Arabia to Egypt Tour is confirmed, we guarantee that no changes will be made to your rate from our side.

Tips for Departure:

On the final day of your Saudi Arabia to Egypt Tour it is advisable to avoid booking any outgoing international flights before 3:00 pm. You may also consider extending your stay in Riyadh. Our Tour Leader is happy to assist you with arranging additional accommodation and transfers if required.

Children Policy:

- Infants (up to 2 years old): Free of charge when sharing with their parents.
- Children under 6 years old: Pay 25% of the adult rate when sharing a room with their parents and using an extra bed.
- Children under 12 years old: Pay 50% of the adult rate when sharing a room with their parents and using an extra bed.
- Children 12 years and older: Considered adults, paying full rates.
- This policy applies to one child sharing a room with their parents, with a maximum of one child allowed per room.

Saudi Arabia to Egypt Tour Payment Policy:

To ensure you secure the Saudi Arabia to Egypt Tour at the desired time, we recommend making a reservation early. To confirm your booking, a deposit of 25% is required. During peak seasons like Christmas and New Year, the deposit increases to 50%. This deposit will go toward your final payment, which is due one week before arrival or in cash upon arrival.

Installment Policy:

We offer a convenient installment payment option, allowing you to spread the cost of your Saudi Arabia to Egypt Tour over 6, 9, or 12 months. You can pay the remaining balance upon arrival in Sauda Arabia using cash or a credit/debit card. Alternatively, you can choose to pay the full amount in monthly installments before your trip begins.

Tipping:

Tipping is a common way of showing appreciation for exceptional service, although it is not mandatory. It is often seen as a gesture to acknowledge the dedication and effort of service providers. However, it's important to note that tipping should not replace an employer's obligation to provide fair compensation.

Cancellation Policy:

In the event of canceling your Saudi Arabia to Egypt Tour, the following charges apply:
- 61+ days before arrival: 10% of the total price.
- 31-60 days before arrival: 20% of the total price.
- 15-30 days before arrival: 50% of the total price.
- 1-14 days before arrival: 100% of the total price.

Please note that cancellation fees also apply to all domestic flights within Saudi Arabia.