Tour 16 Days Sahara From West To East.

Accommodation

2-night Accommodation in Casablanca in 4* or 5* hotel category. 2-night Accommodation in Fez in 4* or 5* hotel category. 3-night Accommodation in Marrakech in 4* or 5* hotel category. 3-night Accommodation in Cairo in 4* or 5* hotel category. 4-night Cruise on the Nile with full board. 1-night Accommodation in Abu Simbel in 4* or 5* hotel category.

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Meals

Daily breakfast in Cairo.

Guide

Full day visit to Fez. Full day visit to Marrakech with lunch. Panoramic visits to the cities of Meknes, Rabat and Casablanca. Half day of visits to the pyramids of Giza. Visit to the Temples of Karnak and Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen HatShepsit and the Colossi of Memnon. Visit to the Temple of Edfu and the temple of Kom Ombo. Felucca ride, visit to the high dam and the Philae Temple. Visit to the Temples of Abu Simbel. Entrance fees included to the archaeological sites visited during all the guided excursions. Official English-speaking guide during all visits. Air tickets Casablanca - Cairo. Air tickets Cairo - Luxor. Air tickets Aswan - Cairo. All necessary transfers, as mentioned in this itinerary. Tourist transport according to the number of participants as mentioned in this itinerary.

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Day 1 Welcome To Casablanca
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Welcome To Casablanca

At your arrival to the Casablanca airport, an official English speaker assistant will join you to share all the information for your stay in this city and accompanied you in the transfer to the Hotel in one of our privite vehicules and help you with the check inn. The rest of the day you can relax and enjoy the city at your own pace.

Casablanca is the biggest city in Marocco, the main industrial area and commercial of the Region, it has one of the largest artificial ports in the world and the biggest one in the Northern Africa. It serves as primary base of the Real Marroqui Navy. This city has an important architectural heritage, due to the architectural diversity experienced during the 20th century.
Day 2 Casablanca - Meknes - Fez
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Casablanca - Meknes - Fez

After a tasty breakfast, we will visit Casablanca, starting with the Boulevard of the Corniche, the seafront promenade, and the coastal road, through which we’ll reach Anfa (old quarters of the historic city), a famous neighborhood in which its luxurious houses stand out.

The tour will lead to the exterior of the Great Mosque of Hassan II, a monumental and modern work (sliding roof and resistance to earthquakes) that holds the title of the third largest mosque in the world after Mecca and Medina (optionally, you can visit the inside). It is the most representative monument of the 20th century.

We will depart from Casablanca through the road and fertile valleys until we reach Meknes, a World Heritage Site and one of the four imperial cities along with Marrakesh, Fez, and Rabat, the former capital of Morocco.

You will visit the fortified city starting with its walls and great gates: Bab El Mansour Laalej, the largest gate in the country and North Africa; the Agdal pond, built for irrigation in the area; and the Lahdim Square, the epicenter of the city’s activity. Then you will have free time for lunch (optional).

Finally, we will arrive in Fez, where we will have dinner and stay overnight.
Day 3 Fez
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fez

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we will start our journey with a visit to Fez Royal Palace with its magnificent golden doors. These seven bronze doors, each of different sizes, represent the seven days of the week and the seven levels of the monarchy.

Next, we will explore the Medina, also known as the Old Quarter. Here, we’ll have the opportunity to visit the Madrasa Bou Inania, which is an Islamic school. We’ll also see the Nejjarine Fountain, one of the most beautiful fountains in the medina and the oldest in Fez.

Additionally, we’ll visit the Al-Karaouine Mosque, a significant cultural center of Islam, housing a library with over 30,000 copies. This mosque is also the headquarters of the University of Fez. Lastly, we’ll visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, the most revered saint in Morocco.

During our journey, we’ll make a stop in the famous neighborhood of the Tanners, which is truly unique in the world.

Later, there will be an optional lunch opportunity. In the afternoon, we will continue our exploration of Fez, visiting its beautiful artisan neighborhoods that are divided by guilds.

Finally, we will return to our hotel to relax and unwind.
Day 4 Fez - Rabat - Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fez - Rabat - Marrakech

After a tasty breakfast at the hotel, we will go to the imperial city of Rabat, the capital of the kingdom and the second most populous city in Morocco. The visit will begin with the Royal Palace of Rabat and the seat of government, Dar-el-Makhzen, where more than two thousand people reside.

Later we will visit the Kasbah of the Oudaya, a fortified space of Berber origin dating back to the 12th century, a World Heritage Site. You will continue through the Mausoleum of Mohamed V (10 years of work and the collaboration of more than 400 artists), the unfinished Mosque and the Hassan Tower, and monuments of the Berber dynasty of the 12th century.

At the end of the visit, you will have free time for lunch (optional) and then continue the route to Marrakech, where you will have dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Marrakech

After a delicious breakfast, we will begin your visit to the city of Marrakech, the magical red city.

Our visit will begin with the Menara Gardens, on the outskirts of the city. These gardens with a 14-hectare park in the center of which is an immense 12th-century pond. Later you will go to the city center to see the majestic Koutoubia minaret, the twin tower of the Giralda in Seville. You will also visit the Bahia Palace, built in the 19th century.

We will have lunch in the hotel and, later, you will continue the tour in a magical place: the Yemaa el Fna Square, declared a World Heritage Site.

In the morning, you will find sellers of orange juice and other fruit, wicker baskets, souvenirs, sweets, jewelry, dentists, healers, and commissioned writers. This universe becomes particularly fascinating at nightfall when the square is lit up with a thousand lights.

We will have free time on the afternoon and we will retourn to our hotel for accommodation.
Day 6 Marrakech Free Day
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Marrakech Free Day

After a fabulous breakfast, you will enjoy a day off with half board at the hotel. You can walk at your own pace and enjoy the magic that the city of Marrakech offers you.

You can also choose one of the optional excursions as the tour to the Ourika Valley, a fertile area, with small villages of adobe houses hanging from the slopes of the mountain, or the visit to the Majorelle Garden, a beautiful garden designed by the Frenchman Jacques Majorelle in 1924.

Overnight and dinner at the hotel in Marrakech.
Day 7 Marrakech - Casablanca
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Marrakech - Casablanca

After a fabulous breakfast, you will enjoy the morning at leisure. you can walk at your own pace enjoy the magic that the city of Marrakech offers you and take the opportunity to make your last purchases.

At the agreed time you will leave for Casablanca, where you will have time for lunch (optional) and then you will have the afternoon free to enjoy the city at your own pace.

At the end of the day, you will have dinner and stay at your hotel in Casablanca.
Day 8 Goodbye Morocco! Hello Egypt!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Goodbye Morocco! Hello Egypt!

At the indicated time, one of our vehicles will take you to Casablanca International Airport to board our flight to Cairo.

After your arrival in Cairo, capital of the Arab Republic of Egypt, a person from our Enlish-speaking team will be waiting to assist you during the visa process, inform all the details of your trip and clear up any type of doubt or hidden question. that you have as well as make you a brief presentation of the city and its day to day.

The transfer to the hotel will be made by one of our private air-conditioned vehicles. At the hotel, the assistant will help you with the registration.

The rest of the day will be to relax and begin to enjoy the comforts of the hotel.
Day 9 Giza, The Pyramids & Saqqara
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Giza, The Pyramids & Saqqara

Today you are having a delicious breakfast with typical food. The route will begin through the most interesting points of interest in Cairo.

The Pyramids of Giza is the first place we will visit with our official English-speaker guide. You will amaze at the majesty of the Great Sphinx of Giza, the Great Pyramid of Giza, and the Pyramid of Khufu. This is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world still in existence. You can watch it from the main entrance esplanade and from closer.

Optionally, you can add the excursion to the Necropolis of Saqqara. Inside this World Heritage, the funerary complex of King Djoser stands out. This is a building built to honor the king in the afterlife. The Pyramid of Djoser is the first stone structure built in a pyramidal shape. It symbolizes the beginning of this type of construction in Egypt.

By night, you can hire a light show on the Giza Pyramids. You can also enjoy a unique dinner show in a floating restaurant on the Nile. Ask your travel assistant for more information.
Day 10 Cairo & Luxor
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cairo & Luxor

Begin your day with a delectable breakfast served in the hotel dining room, followed by a free day in Cairo to enjoy at your leisure.

For those seeking an immersive experience, we offer an optional full-day tour to Cairo, where you will explore the significant landmarks of this historic city. The journey starts at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, situated in the heart of the city. Inside, you will encounter a vast collection of invaluable artifacts, including the renowned treasures of Tutankhamun, magnificent sarcophagi, well-preserved mummies, and sculptures of indescribable beauty.

Next, venture into the captivating historic district of Cairo, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This area has been home to caliphs and their mosques since the 10th century. One notable attraction is the Citadel of Saladin, which was fortified to safeguard the city against Crusader invasions nearly a thousand years ago.

Afterward, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Khan el Khalili bazaar, where you will have the opportunity to test your negotiation skills during some free time.

Before returning to the hotel, you will personally explore the Coptic neighborhood, a melting pot of different religions. Stand in awe of the Hanging Church, a remarkable structure built on the foundations of the Babylon Fortress.

There, you should visit the Saints Sergius and Wachus Church, believed to have sheltered the Holy Family during their escape from Herod, and discover the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the oldest in the country.

At the designated time, you will be transferred to Cairo Airport to catch your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, embark on a memorable cruise ship journey along the legendary Nile River. Indulge in comfortable accommodation and enjoy a delicious dinner onboard.
Day 11 Luxor, Esna & Edfu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Luxor, Esna & Edfu

Start your day with a delightful breakfast before embarking on an extraordinary adventure alongside your guide. Together, you will visit the temples of Luxor and Karnak, dedicated to the gods Amun and Ra, who represent creation, the sky, and the sun. These grandiose temples exude an aura of majesty. As you stroll amidst the line of sphinxes connecting the two temples, you will uncover captivating stories and anecdotes about the pharaohs who played a pivotal role in their construction.

Next, you will cross the Nile to explore the Necropolis of Thebes, a significant symbol of this ancient civilization. Within this complex lies an archaeological treasure that ranks among Egypt’s greatest marvels: the Valley of the Kings. This sacred burial ground houses 62 pharaonic tombs, including the resting places of Tutankhamun, Ramses IV, and many others.

Following this, you will be treated to a breathtaking panoramic view of the iconic funerary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, also known as Deir El Bahari. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to visit the funerary temple of Ramses III, now known as the Medinat Habu temple. Later, marvel at the remnants of the temple of Amenophis III, where the colossal twin statues known as the Colossi of Memnon proudly stand, having endured the passage of centuries.

Return to the cruise ship and set sail towards Esna, enjoying a relaxed journey along the Nile for the remainder of the day.

In the evening, you will pass through the Esna Lock and continue your voyage towards Edfu.
Day 12 Edfu, Kom Ombo & Aswan
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Edfu, Kom Ombo & Aswan

Start your day in Edfu with a memorable experience of witnessing one of Egypt’s most beautiful sunrises. After indulging in a delicious breakfast onboard, prepare to embark on an enchanting carriage ride to the Temple of Horus.

This remarkable sanctuary holds the distinction of being the best-preserved Egyptian temple, having been concealed beneath the sand for centuries until its discovery by French archaeologist Auguste Mariette in the mid-19th century.

Following your visit to the Temple of Horus, return to the motor ship for a delectable lunch as you set sail towards Kom Ombo. Here, an exciting excursion awaits you at the temple dedicated to Haroeris, the falcon god, and Sobek, the crocodile god.

As part of your visit, you will have the opportunity to explore an exhibition showcasing remarkably preserved mummified crocodiles, providing fascinating insights into the culture of Ancient Egypt.

As the day draws to a close, a delightful dinner will be served onboard before you embark on a serene night sailing towards Aswan.
Day 13 Aswan
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Aswan

Start your day with a delightful breakfast before we embark on a memorable felucca ride, a traditional Egyptian wooden boat, that will take us along the enchanting waters of the Nile.

This scenic journey showcases Elephantine Island, known for its historic ivory trade, and Kitchener Island, famous for its botanical garden and panoramic view of the Agha Khan Mausoleum.

Next, we’ll proceed to visit the Aswan High Dam, an impressive hydraulic engineering feat initiated by the British Empire and completed by the Egyptians in the mid-20th century. This monumental structure was designed to control the flooding of the Nile River.

Afterward, we’ll set sail to explore the island of Philae. Here, we’ll have the opportunity to witness the magnificent temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Like Abu Simbel and other Egyptian temples, it had to be relocated to safeguard it from the risk of being submerged by the Nile’s flooding.

As the day concludes, we’ll return to the motor ship and spend the night on board in Aswan.
Day 14 Aswan & Abu Simbel
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Aswan & Abu Simbel

After a delicious breakfast and a brief rest at your hotel in Aswan, we’ll embark on an afternoon excursion to the Temples of Abu Simbel.

These remarkable structures, originally relocated to protect them from the Nile’s mighty flow, are a testament to Ramses II’s grand vision. Explore the rock-carved temples, dedicated to powerful deities, and marvel at the iconic Temple of Ramses II with its majestic statues.

Don’t miss the exquisite temple dedicated to Nefertari, the pharaoh’s beloved wife. As night falls, immerse yourself in a captivating light and sound show, revealing the secrets of these ancient wonders in a truly unique way.

Afterward, return to the hotel for a delicious dinner and comfortable accommodations.
Day 15 Abu Simbel, Aswan & Cairo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Abu Simbel, Aswan & Cairo

After a delicious breakfast in the hotel, and at the established time, you will transfer to the Aswan Airport to take the domestic flight to Cairo.

After your arrival in Cairo, our team will be waiting to transfer you to the hotel in Cairo
Day 16 Farewell Cairo!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Farewell Cairo!

At the indicated time, one of our vehicles will take you to the Cairo International Airport to check in your luggage and, if necessary, process any tax refund on tax-free products that you have purchased.

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Itinerary of your trip 16 Days Sahara From West To East.

Welcome To Casablanca

Casablanca - Meknes - Fez

Fez

Fez - Rabat - Marrakech

Marrakech

Marrakech Free Day

Marrakech - Casablanca

Goodbye Morocco! Hello Egypt!

Giza, The Pyramids & Saqqara

Cairo & Luxor

Luxor, Esna & Edfu

Edfu, Kom Ombo & Aswan

Aswan

Aswan & Abu Simbel

Abu Simbel, Aswan & Cairo

Farewell Cairo!

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