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Dubai Cairo Tour

8-Day Dubai and Cairo Tour

Day 1: Arrive in Dubai for Dubai and Cairo Tour

Upon landing at Dubai International Airport for your Dubai and Cairo adventure, you’ll be treated to an exceptional level of service from the very start. A welcoming tour representative will greet you, assist you, and guide you to the vehicle waiting to transfer you to your hotel.

Here, you’ll spend the first night of your journey. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy as you wish—unwind by the pool, take a restful nap, or set out to discover the stunning wonders of the City of Gold, one of the world’s most dazzling destinations.

Day 2: Sightseeing Tour – Traditional Dubai

Your second day begins with a delightful breakfast at the hotel. At the pre-arranged time, a guide will meet you at your hotel and take you on a journey through the traditional heart of Dubai.

The first stop of the day is Bastakiya, where you’ll enjoy a panoramic visit to Al-Fahidi Fort. This historic 225-year-old fortress, now home to the Dubai Museum, offers fascinating insights into the city’s past.

Al Fahidi Fort, Dubai
Al Fahidi Fort, Dubai

After exploring the fort and museum, you’ll board a traditional Abra boat for a scenic ride across Dubai Creek. Upon reaching the other side, your guide will lead you to the famous Gold and Spice Souks. These bustling markets are treasure troves where you can find everything from shimmering jewelry to aromatic spices.

Take time to shop or simply soak up the vibrant atmosphere before heading to the stunning Jumeirah Mosque. While the visit is a brief photo stop, the mosque’s beauty is sure to captivate you. Photos can be taken from the outside only.

Dubai Marina with illuminated skyscrapers, yachts, and boats reflecting in the water at evening
Dubai Marina, Dubai

Once your tour concludes, you’ll return to your hotel where you can relax before the evening’s exciting activity—a memorable dinner cruise at Dubai Marina. As you glide along the water, the city’s dazzling nighttime skyline promises to leave a lasting impression. After the cruise, you’ll be transported back to your hotel to unwind and rest.

Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner Cruise

Day 3: Desert Safari and BBQ Dinner

Start the third day of your Dubai and Cairo tour with a hearty breakfast, then enjoy most of the day at your leisure. In the afternoon, between 2:30 PM and 3:00 PM, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and set off on an adventure into the Dubai Desert in a comfortable, air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle.

After an exhilarating drive across the rolling dunes, your driver will pause at the region’s highest dune, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the endless Arabian sands.

While at this stunning location, you can try the thrilling activity of sandboarding before continuing to a unique Bedouin campsite. Here, you’ll be welcomed with refreshments and have the chance to dress in traditional attire. For the adventurous, a short camel ride through the desert is also available.

As the evening unfolds, your hosts will prepare a delicious BBQ dinner for you to enjoy under the stars. To enhance the magical atmosphere, traditional entertainment awaits—be captivated by performances from a skilled belly dancer and a tanoura dancer set to the rhythm of authentic Arabian music.

Traditional Arabic desert camp setup with coffee pot, dates, and tent in sand dunes
Traditional Arabic desert camp setup

After this unforgettable evening, you’ll be driven back to your hotel for your final night in Dubai.

Meals included: Breakfast and BBQ Dinner

Day 4: Leave Dubai, Arrive Cairo

The 4th day of your Dubai and Cairo Tour will see you leaving the UAE, but before you do, first enjoy another amazing breakfast at your hotel. At the appropriate time, our tour representative will fetch you and take you to the airport in time for your flight to Cairo in Egypt, Land of the Pharaohs.

When you land in Cairo, your tour manager will meet you at the airport; he will assist you in every way possible, and then, along with one of our drivers, you will be taken to the hotel where you will be staying while you are in Cairo.

On arrival at the hotel, you will be assisted with check-in; a pick-up time for the following day will be confirmed, and then you will have the rest of the day to yourself.

Sound and Lights Show, Giza Pyramid Complex, Cairo
Sound and Lights Show, Giza Pyramid Complex, Cairo

You can relax at the hotel; go out on your own, or you can enjoy an optional tour to the Giza Pyramids in the evening for a spectacular Pyramids Sound and Lights Show. Alternatively, you can enjoy an optional Nile River dinner cruise.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 5: Pyramids & GEM Experience

Enjoy a nourishing breakfast at your hotel before departing with your personal guide to the Giza Plateau. There, you’ll begin your exploration of one of the world’s Seven Wonders — the Great Pyramids of Giza. Visit the Sphinx and Valley Temple, then enjoy lunch at a traditional Egyptian restaurant.

Giza Pyramid Complex, Cairo
Giza Pyramid Complex, Cairo

Later, head to the newly built Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), situated about 2 kilometres (1.2 miles) from the pyramids.

Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza, Cairo
Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza, Cairo

Return to your hotel for a restful evening in Cairo.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

Day 6: Civilization Museum, Old Cairo & Salah El-Din Citadel

Following breakfast, your expert guide will escort you to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, which houses Egypt’s royal mummies and a fascinating collection chronicling the nation’s vast history.

Continue to Old Cairo to explore its ancient churches before stopping for lunch at a local eatery. In the afternoon, visit the majestic Salah El-Din Citadel, where you’ll tour the grand Mohammed Ali Mosque and enjoy sweeping views across Cairo.

Mohammed Ali Mosque with twin minarets and Ottoman dome architecture at Citadel of Saladin in Old Cairo
Mohammed Ali Mosque at Citadel of Saladin in Old Cairo

Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.

Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 7: Optional Alexandria Tour or Free Day

There are no tours or excursions planned for this day, but you will be able to enjoy an optional tour to Alexandria.

Citadel of Qaitbay, Alexandria
Citadel of Qaitbay, Alexandria

Alternatively, you can simply stay in Cairo and enjoy the day as you wish.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 8: Dubai and Cairo Tour ends – Final Departure

Day eight marks the end of your Dubai to Cairo holiday package, but the memories you have acquired will remain with you forever. Enjoy a good breakfast at your hotel and then we will drive you to the airport in time for your onward journey or your flight back home.

At the airport, you will be assisted in every way possible, and then it will be time for goodbyes so that you can make your way to the departures lounge in time for your flight.

Meals Included: Breakfast

What’s Included

  • Meet and greet service for all arrivals and departures
  • customer service assistance throughout your stay
  • All transfers in modern air-conditioned vehicles
  • Hotel accommodation for 3 nights in Dubai (includes breakfasts)
  • Hotel accommodation for 4 nights in Cairo (includes breakfasts)
  • All tours listed in the itinerary. Tours in Dubai are small group tours, while tours in Cairo are private tours
  • Private English speaking guide for Cairo tours
  • English speaking guides for group tours in Dubai
  • Entrance fees to all sites listed in the itinerary
  • Meals as indicated in the Dubai and Cairo Tour itinerary
  • Portage when needed
  • All service charges and taxes

What’s Not Included

  • International airfare
  • Entry visas for Egypt and Dubai
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional tours and excursions
  • Tipping Kitty
  • Tourism Dirham Fee

Tour Highlights

Al Fahidi Fort, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Al Fahidi Fort, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dubai Gold Souk, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dubai Gold Souk, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Jumeirah Mosque, Dubai
The Jumeirah Mosque, Dubai
Dubai Marina logo and Harbour skyline architecture wealth luxury travel panorama at night in United Arab Emirates modern
Dubai Marina, Dubai
Bedouin tent camp
Bedouin tent camp
Desert view of Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Desert view of Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Giza Plateau, Cairo
The Giza Plateau, Cairo
The Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza
The Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza, Cairo
Museum of Egyptian Civilization
Museum of Egyptian Civilization
Cityscape along the Alexandria coast
Cityscape along the Alexandria coast (optional)
View over Cairo and the Nile River
View over Cairo and the Nile River

Diamond

Stay in 5-star hotels and enjoy upgraded Nile cruise options

  • Le Riad Hotel de Charme, Cairo
  • Al Bandar Rotana Creek, Dubai
Price per 1 personMay-SeptOct-April
Triple (min. 3 pax)$1350$1590
Double (min. 2 pax)$1420$1670
Solo (1 pax only)$2620$3015

Gold

Enjoy a mix of 4- and 5-star hotels plus upgraded Nile cruise options

  • Hilton Pyramids Golf Hotel, Cairo
  • Al Khoory Atrium Hotel, Dubai
Price per 1 personMay-SeptOct-April
Triple (min. 3 pax)$1070$1300
Double (min. 2 pax)$1140$1480
Solo (1 pax only)$2040$2630

8-Day Dubai and Cairo Tour

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