Overview
Follow the legendary path of one of history’s greatest leaders through a meticulously designed Alexander the Great historical journey in Egypt. This exclusive experience traces Alexander’s footsteps from ancient Memphis and the Giza Pyramids, through the intellectual heart of Alexandria, across the desert to the Oracle of Amun in Siwa Oasis, and along the sacred Nile to Luxor and Upper Egypt.
This is not a standard sightseeing itinerary. It is a deeply immersive luxury historical tour in Egypt, crafted for discerning travelers who wish to relive pivotal moments that shaped ancient civilization, supported by elite accommodations, a private Egyptologist, and seamless high-end services from arrival to departure.
Tour Info
- Duration: 12 days , 11 nights
- Departure time and location: 24/7 from Cairo International Airport.
- Return time and location: 24/7 from Cairo International Airport.
- Package category: Historical Legends Journeys
Tour Highlights
- Stay at the iconic Mena House Hotel with pyramid views, once favored by royalty and world leaders
- Explore Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt during Alexander’s arrival
- Visit the legendary Great Pyramids of Giza with expert historical interpretation
- Optional private access to the restricted Sphinx Hall, a space rarely open to the public
- Lunch at the renowned 9 Pyramids Lounge, overlooking the Giza Plateau
- Walk the grounds of the Serapeum of Alexandria, linked to Alexander’s founding vision
- Discover the modern Library of Alexandria, inspired by the ancient world wonder
- Enjoy a seafood dining experience at Alexandria’s famous Fish Market Restaurant
- Travel through the desert to the Siwa Oasis and the Oracle of Amun, where Alexander was declared Pharaoh
- Stay in an authentic Siwa desert lodge, blending comfort with cultural immersion
- Embark on a luxury Nile cruise experience aboard MS Farah or a similar elite vessel
- Visit Upper Egypt’s greatest monuments including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings
- Explore Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and witness the grandeur of Abu Simbel
- Discover the elegance of Philae Temple on the Nile
- Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to the treasures of Tutankhamun
- Conclude your journey with a stay at the luxurious Four Seasons Cairo
What to Expect
- Travel through Egypt following the authentic historical route of Alexander the Great, from Memphis and Giza to Alexandria, Siwa, and the Nile Valley
- Experience a private, story-driven itinerary designed around historical accuracy and cultural depth
- Optional access to the Sphinx Hall private visit, subject to availability
- Stay in world-class hotels and sail aboard a luxury Nile cruise, ensuring comfort at every stage
- Enjoy curated dining experiences that reflect Egypt’s geography and heritage, from pyramid-view lunches to Mediterranean cuisine and desert flavors
- Be accompanied by a private Egyptologist guide who brings ancient history to life through engaging narratives
- Travel comfortably with private modern vehicles, domestic flights, and full on-ground support throughout the journey
- This is not simply a tour. It is a once-in-a-lifetime historical luxury experience, designed for travelers who seek meaning, exclusivity, and depth alongside comfort and refinement.
More About Signature Historical Journeys – Alexander the Great in Egypt
- Moderate-paced luxury tour with cultural exploration, long drives, and relaxing cruise days; some walking at archaeological sites required.
- Cairo: Mena House (pyramid view) & Four Seasons Cairo (luxury city stay).
- Alexandria: Hilton Alexandria (sea view).
- Siwa: Authentic 4-star desert lodge (charming but limited luxury due to remoteness).
- Nile Cruise: MS Farah or similar luxury vessel.
- Daily breakfast included.
- Special lunches at 9 Pyramids Lounge (Cairo), Fish Market Restaurant (Alexandria), and local restaurants in Siwa.
- All meals included on the Nile Cruise.
- All transfers in a private, modern air-conditioned vehicle sized for your group.
- Domestic flights Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo included.
- Private Egyptologist guide throughout.
- 24/7 on-the-ground assistance from our team.
- October–April: most pleasant period with cooler desert evenings and comfortable days.
- May–September: possible but warmer weather.
Itinerary
Upon arrival, our dedicated VTC representative will meet you in the arrival hall of the airport. Assistance in customs, then transfer to your hotel. On arrival at your luxury hotel, you'll check into the hotel and have a leisurely, relaxing time unwinding from your long flight to Egypt.
According to the accommodation policy, check-in begins at 2:00 PM. If you do happen to arrive before that time, we will do our best to accommodate an early check-in based on availability. If the room is not ready right away, you may want to relax in the lobby of the hotel until such a time as your room becomes available, or until check-in time.
After breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your private Egyptologist guide and set off in a luxury vehicle to explore the ancient wonders of Egypt. Today is dedicated to following in Alexander the Great’s first footsteps in Egypt — beginning in Memphis, the ancient capital where he was crowned Pharaoh, and continuing to the majestic Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx.
Memphis
Memphis, once Egypt’s thriving capital, was where Alexander the Great was crowned Pharaoh in 332 BC. Among its ruins, the colossal statue of Ramses II stil reflects the city’s royal grandeur.
The Great Pyramids of Giza
The Giza Pyramids, near Cairo, include the Great Pyramid of Khufu and two others. They are iconic tombs of ancient Egyptian pharaohs and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The Great Sphinx
The Sphinx, admired by Alexander the Great, remains Egypt’s eternal guardian. With our exclusive Private Access Add-On, you can enter the restricted Sphinx Hall and stand where Alexander stood over 2,300 years ago.
Lunch
A curated dining experience at the 9 Pyramids Lounge, overlooking the entire Giza Plateau — a view reserved for kings.
Wear comfortable shoes today, as the sites involve walking over uneven ground.
Hats, sunscreen, and bottled water are highly recommended.
Lunch is included at the 9 Pyramids Lounge. Dinner will be at your leisure, with our team happy to recommend Cairo’s best fine dining venues.
Overnight: Mena House, Cairo
After breakfast, travel in your private vehicle (3 hrs) to Alexandria, the city founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC. Here, history and legend merge at every corner.
Serapeum Temple
Here, Alexander chose to mark the founding of his namesake city, destined to become one of the greatest centers of culture in antiquity.
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
A fascinating fusion of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman styles, showing the multicultural spirit that Alexander envisioned for his city.
Library of Alexandria
The modern tribute to the ancient wonder that once housed the knowledge of the ancient world.
Lunch
Fresh seafood lunch at the famous Fish Market Restaurant, overlooking the Mediterranean — the same sea Alexander once sailed.
Drive time Cairo–Alexandria: 3 hrs.
Light walking at sites.
Lunch included.
Overnight: Hilton Alexandria (Sea View)
After breakfast, continue your journey west to the legendary Siwa Oasis (4.5 hrs drive), where Alexander sought divine confirmation of his rule.
Qaitbay Fortress
Built on the site of the famed Lighthouse of Alexandria, once the tallest structure of the ancient world, which Alexander’s city later made famous.
Desert Drive to Siwa
Travel into the Great Sand Sea, the same desert Alexander crossed to seek the Oracle.
Evening Arrival: Settle into a charming desert lodge, where starlit skies replace city lights.
Drive Alexandria–Siwa: 4.5 hrs with rest stops.
Accommodation in Siwa is authentic and charming, though simpler due to the remote desert setting.
Overnight: Siwa Desert Lodge
Today you stand at the very site where Alexander the Great was declared Son of Amun by the Oracle — a pivotal moment in his life, forever binding him to Egypt.
Lunch: Authentic Siwan cuisine at a local restaurant, connecting you to the oasis culture.
Temple of the Oracle of Amun
Here, Alexander was greeted as the son of the god Amun, confirming his divine right to rule. This sacred recognition elevated his status from conqueror to Pharaoh.
Shali Fortress
Explore the ruins of this ancient mud-brick citadel, standing proudly in the desert.
Cleopatra’s Pool
A natural spring where legend says Cleopatra herself once bathed.
Walking at sites is moderate.
Bring a hat and light clothing for desert heat.
Overnight: Siwa Desert Lodge
After breakfast, drive back across the desert from Siwa to Cairo. Upon arrival, check into the elegant Four Seasons Cairo. Evening free at leisure.
Drive Siwa–Cairo: 8 hrs with rest stops.
Dinner at leisure; our concierge can recommend fine dining options.
Overnight: Four Seasons Cairo
Morning transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor. On arrival, board your luxury Nile Cruise (MS Farah or similar).
Karnak Temples
The Karnak Temples are a vast and awe-inspiring complex, featuring towering columns, massive statues, and sacred lakes, a testament to ancient Egypt’s grandeur and spiritual devotion.
Luxor Temple
Luxor Temple is a majestic ancient site in the heart of Luxor, renowned for its grand colonnades, intricate carvings, and its role as a center for religious ceremonies in ancient Thebes.
Domestic flight Cairo–Luxor included.
All meals provided onboard cruise.
Overnight: Luxury Nile Cruise
Today you explore the tombs of Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings, a site Alexander would have admired as he sought to connect himself with Egypt’s ancient rulers.
Valley of the Kings
Explore the Valley of the Kings, a magnificent royal burial site where Egypt’s pharaohs rest in exquisitely decorated tombs.
including the tomb of Tutankhamun.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is an architectural masterpiece, carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, showcasing elegant terraces and honoring Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.
Colossi of Memnon
You will be transported to The Memnon Colossi visit: We'll then view the Memnon statues. They are the sole extant sculptures fronting the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III, showing the pharaoh seated on his throne.
Comfortable shoes recommended.
Lunch and dinner onboard.
Overnight: Luxury Nile Cruise
According to the pick-up time your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
Edfu Temple
It dedicated to Horus, is one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, known for its grand scale, impressive carvings, and rich mythological significance.
Kom Ombo Temple:
It is a unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god, offering stunning riverside views and fascinating ancient carvings.
Accommodation:
Deluxe in Farah Cruise.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities:
- Edfu Temple : 2 hours
- Kom Ombo Temple : 2 hours
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
According to the pick-up time your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
Philae Temple
Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, is a stunning ancient sanctuary on an island in Aswan, known for its beautiful architecture and serene Nile surroundings.
Felucca Sailing
Sail the Nile on a traditional felucca and enjoy peaceful views of Aswan’s islands and landmarks. A relaxing one-hour experience perfect for photos and unwinding.
Accommodation:
Deluxe in Farah Cruise.
Meals:
Breakfast
Included Activities:
- Philae temples: 2 hours
Optional Tour
- Abu Simbel Temples
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
Early morning excursion to the awe-inspiring temples of Abu Simbel. Later, fly back to Cairo.
Abu Simbel Temples
The Abu Simbel Temples, carved into a mountainside, are iconic monuments of Ramses II, famed for their colossal statues and rich history, a must-see optional visit from Aswan.
Early departure for Abu Simbel (by car or flight depending on option chosen).
Domestic flight Aswan–Cairo included.
Overnight: Four Seasons Cairo
On your final day, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the world’s largest archaeological museum. Later, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure.
GEM Visit
Home to the complete treasures of Tutankhamun, alongside over 100,000 artifacts spanning Egypt’s history — including the very dynasties Alexander sought to join by becoming Pharaoh.
Standard hotel check-out at 12:00 PM.
Private airport transfer included.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 11 nights luxury accommodation, including
- Cairo: 2 nights at Mena House Hotel and 2 nights at Four Seasons Cairo
- Alexandria: 1 night at Hilton Alexandria
- Siwa Oasis: 2 nights at a carefully selected 4-star desert lodge
- Nile Cruise: 4 nights aboard MS Farah or a similar luxury vessel
- Daily breakfast and selected lunches, including
- 9 Pyramids Lounge in Cairo
- Fish Market Restaurant in Alexandria
- Authentic local restaurants in Siwa
- All entrance fees to sites mentioned in the itinerary
- Private air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver throughout the tour
- Domestic flights from Cairo to Luxor and from Aswan to Cairo
- Meet and assist services at all airports and hotels
- All meals onboard the Nile cruise according to luxury standards
- Services of a professional private Egyptologist guide
Exclusions
- International airfare.
- Egyptian entry visa.
- Personal expenses & tips (gratuities).
- Optional tours or unmentioned visits (e.g., Sphinx Hall private visit).
Current Season Price Details
Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
| Single Room | Double Room | Triple Room | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Must adult # | |||
| Price per adult | $ 9960 | $ 7460 | $ 7460 |
| Max child # [age:6-11] | |||
| Price per child | $ 4980 | $ 3730 | |
| Max infant # [age:0-5] | |||
| Price per infant | $ 4980 | $ 3730 |
Deposit
100 % of the total booking amount
Extra Fees
Visiting the Great Pyramid from Inside.
Private access to visit the Sphinx Hall.