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— 14-Day Signature Itinerary · Additional-Needs Friendly

Egypt in 14 Days: Additional-Needs Friendly Itinerary

The same complete journey through Cairo, Alexandria, Aswan, Luxor and Hurghada, designed for travellers who benefit from clear routines, gentle pacing, and sensory-aware planning.

£3,300pp

All-inclusive*

14 Days / 13 Nights

Cairo · Alexandria · Aswan · Luxor · Hurghada

1 Guide

Experienced & consistent, Days 1–9

Adjustable Pace

Rest breaks, quiet routes, predictable routine

You're reading the Additional-Needs Friendly Itinerary. Want the shorter, standard version instead?

This version of the itinerary is designed for travellers who benefit from clear routines, gentle pacing, and sensory-aware planning.

— Day By Day —

Your 14 days in Egypt

The same route as our standard trip, with the pacing and detail that makes planning easier.

01

Cairo

Arrival in Cairo

  • Meet your guide at the airport. They will be holding a sign with your name.

  • Private car transfer to your hotel.

  • Rest, settle in, and adjust to the new environment.

  • Sensory notes: Airports can be busy; your guide will support you through queues and help you avoid crowded areas.

02

Cairo

Grand Egyptian Museum, Pyramids & Sphinx

  • Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum. Wide spaces, calm lighting, and clear signage.

  • Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Your guide will choose quieter viewing spots.

  • Lunch in a comfortable Egyptian restaurant.

  • Pacing: Breaks offered throughout the day.

03

Alexandria

Alexandria Day Trip

  • Travel by private car to Alexandria (approx. 2–2.5 hours).

  • Explore the exciting and historical fascinations that Alexandria has to offer.

  • Lunch in a local restaurant.

  • Return to Cairo.

  • Sensory notes: Alexandria has sea breezes and open spaces.

04

Cairo → Aswan

Old Cairo & Flight to Aswan

  • Check out after breakfast.

  • Explore Old Cairo with gentle walking through quiet lanes and historic areas.

  • Your guide will explain what to expect before entering each area.

  • Transfer to the airport for your short flight to Aswan.

  • Board your Nile cruise boat.

  • Sensory notes: The cruise boat is a calm base with predictable routines.

05

Aswan

High Dam, Philae Temple & Kom Ombo

  • Visit the High Dam (open space, short stop).

  • Boat ride to Philae Temple - peaceful island setting.

  • Lunch on board.

  • Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the temple.

  • Continue sailing to Edfu.

  • Pacing: Plenty of rest time on the boat.

06

Edfu & Luxor

Edfu Temple & Sail to Luxor via Esna Lock

  • Horse and carriage ride to Edfu Temple (slow pace available).

  • Visit the temple with clear explanations and optional quiet areas.

  • Sail towards Luxor and pass through the Esna Lock.

  • Afternoon arrival in Luxor.

  • Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples.

07

Luxor

Luxor West Bank & Eldeak Family Home

Check out after breakfast.

Visit the West Bank at a relaxed pace:

  • Valley of the Kings – quieter tomb options available.

  • Hatshepsut’s Temple – open terraces with space to move.

  • Alabaster Workshop – meet the family whose ancestor, a young water boy, discovered the first step leading to Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922.

  • Colossi of Memnon – short outdoor stop.

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Home-cooked lunch with the Eldeak family.

Check in to the Eldeak Hotel.

08

Luxor

Habu, Deir el-Medina & Sunset Felucca

  • Visit Medinet Habu — spacious and colourful.

  • Visit Deir el-Medina — quiet, engaging archaeological site.

  • Lunch with the Eldeak family.

  • Sunset felucca sail — gentle movement and calming views.

  • Dinner on the hotel rooftop.

09

Denderah → Hurghada

Denderah Temple & Travel to Hurghada

  • Early but calm 7am start.

  • Visit Denderah Temple — bright colours and clear layouts.

  • Continue to Hurghada (arrive around 2pm).

  • Check in, lunch, and rest.

  • Sensory notes: Hurghada hotels offer quiet zones and shaded areas.

10–13

Hurghada

Red Sea Relaxation & Optional Activities

  • Choose relaxing or gentle activities:

  • Quad Safari (optional; can be noisy — quieter alternatives available).

  • Snorkelling with dolphins (boat trip with shaded areas).

  • Orange Bay island visit — soft sand and shallow water.

  • Abu Dabbab Nature Reserve — snorkelling with turtles from the beach.

  • Visit to Marsa Alam — quieter beaches.

  • Or simply enjoy:

  • Pool time

  • Beach walks

  • Spa treatments

  • Quiet rest days

14

Departure

Departure from Hurghada

  • Breakfast at the hotel.

  • Check out and private transfer to Hurghada International Airport.

  • Support available for check-in and airport navigation.

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Optional in Hurghada: Quad Safari, Snorkelling & Island Trips

Not included in the base price, quieter alternatives are available for every option, and there's no obligation to book anything at all.

POA

price on request

— The Fine Print, Made Clear —

What's included & what isn't

✓ Generally Included

Private, air-conditioned transport throughout

Domestic flight or overnight sleeper train: Cairo → Aswan

Accommodation in Cairo, on the Nile Cruise, at the Eldeak Hotel in Luxor, and in Hurghada

All guided tours with a dedicated Egyptologist experienced in supporting travellers with additional needs

All meals as stated

Sunset felucca ride

Meals with the Eldeak family & rooftop dinners

Bottled water during tours

Adjusted pacing and personalised support

✕ Never Included

International flights

Visa requirements

Visitor entrance fees to sites and monuments

Optional excursions in Hurghada

Personal expenses

Tips for guides, drivers, and cruise staff

Travel insurance

Meals or drinks not listed

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— Ready when you are —

Let's get your 14 days in Egypt booked.

Tell us your dates and any specific needs we should plan around, Adele, Martin or Ahmed will reply personally.

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Tailor-Made Tour

Design your own route, pace and extras with our guides before you book.

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