Egypt & the Holy Land: Cairo, Sinai & Jerusalem
A journey across two lands of faith and history: the Pyramids and a Nile cruise in Egypt, Mount Sinai and Saint Catherine, then Jerusalem and Bethlehem.
Overview
This pilgrimage and history trip links the wonders of Egypt with the sacred sites of the Holy Land. You explore the Pyramids and sail the Nile, cross the Sinai to Mount Sinai and the ancient Monastery of Saint Catherine, then continue into the Holy Land to walk the Old City of Jerusalem and visit Bethlehem.
Highlights
- See the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum
- Cruise the Nile between Aswan and Luxor
- Climb Mount Sinai and visit Saint Catherine's Monastery
- Walk the Old City of Jerusalem
- Visit Bethlehem and the Church of the Nativity
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
Welcome at the airport and transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Pyramids & the GEM
Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum with your Egyptologist.
Day 3: Fly to Aswan, board cruise
Afternoon flight to Aswan, visit Philae Temple and embark your Nile cruiser.
Day 4: Kom Ombo & Edfu
Sail north visiting the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu.
Day 5: Luxor temples
Karnak, Luxor Temple and the Valley of the Kings, then fly back to Cairo.
Day 6: Cairo to Sinai
Drive across the Suez Canal into the Sinai peninsula, overnight near Saint Catherine.
Day 7: Mount Sinai & Saint Catherine
Optional sunrise climb of Mount Sinai and a visit to the historic Monastery of Saint Catherine.
Day 8: Cross into the Holy Land
Travel via the border to Jerusalem, settling into your hotel.
Day 9: Old City of Jerusalem
Walk the Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Western Wall and the key sites of the Old City.
Day 10: Bethlehem & surroundings
Visit Bethlehem and the Church of the Nativity, with time at other nearby sites.
Day 11: Free time / optional touring
A flexible day for reflection, optional excursions or shopping.
Day 12: Departure
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
- 11 nights accommodation across Egypt and the Holy Land
- Nile cruise (full board)
- Domestic flights within Egypt
- Border assistance and private transfers
- Licensed guides throughout
Not Included
- International flights
- Egypt and Holy Land visas / border fees
- Mount Sinai camel or optional climbs
- Drinks, personal expenses and tips