Experience the ultimate Egyptian adventure from October 6 to October 21, 2026, with a 16-day journey hosted by Oceanside Scuba and Swim. This comprehensive expedition features a luxury Nile River cruise and guided tours of Cairo’s iconic pyramids, followed by a world-class scuba diving liveaboard on the Red Sea. The package covers 5-star accommodations and expert-led tours of ancient temples, perfectly blending historic exploration with elite underwater discovery.

Cairo

Itinerary Day by Day – 06 October

Arrival at Cairo International Airport, where our Travel Representative will meet & greet you upon your arrival and will escort you to check in at Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah for 4 nights.
Welcome to Cairo, gateway to ancient history. At the tip of El Gezirah Island in the centre of the Nile, Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah is an oasis of luxury and tranquility in the heart of Egypt’s vibrant capital.
A rare jewel that shows off the city from every dazzling angle, we invite you to savour an irresistible blend of French sophistication and Egyptian hospitality. As you contemplate life on the Nile drifting by, you’ll understand you’ve arrived at one of the best 5-star hotels in Cairo.

Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah

Cairo Sightseeing

Itinerary Day by Day – 07 October

In the morning, enjoy your gourmet breakfast and our representative will meet you in the lobby to start the sightseeing and excursions.
You will transfer to visit the pyramids Area, Discover the fabled Pyramids of Gîza, revel in the opportunity to visit the Pyramids of Cheops and then roam the Giza Plateau.
Lunch Reservation at 9 pyramids lounge or khufu or laduree restaurant.
Then, transfer to visit Grand Egyptian Museum, also known as the Giza Museum, is an archaeological museum under construction in Giza, Egypt, about 2 kilometres from the Giza pyramid complex.
Later this afternoon our representative will transfer you back to the hotel.

Itinerary Day by Day – 08 October

In the morning, enjoy your gourmet breakfast and our representative will meet you in the lobby to visit The Saqqara Pyramids.
Delve into the Saqqara pyramids, sometimes called the Step Pyramid of Djoser or Zoser, Step Pyramid of Horus Neterikhet is an archaeological site in the Saqqara necropolis, Egypt, northwest of the ruins of Memphis.
Venture to the 12th-century Citadel of Saladin, a hilltop fortress commissioned by Sultan Saladin, and step inside the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, a multi-domed sanctuary built in the Ottoman style.
Lunch reservation at ESCĀ CUEVA Restaurant.
Later this afternoon our representative will transfer you back to the hotel.

Pyramids Area of Gîza

The Great Pyramid of Giza is a defining symbol of Egypt and the last of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World. It is located on the Giza plateau near the modern city of Cairo and was built over a twenty-year period during the reign of the king Khufu (2589-2566 BCE, also known as Cheops) of the 4th Dynasty. Until the Eiffel Tower was completed in Paris, France in 1889 CE, the Great Pyramid was the tallest structure made by human hands in the world; a record it held for over 3,000 years and one unlikely to be broken.

Other scholars have pointed to the Lincoln Cathedral spire in England, built in 1300 CE, as the structure which finally surpassed the Great Pyramid in height but, still, the Egyptian monument held the title for an impressive span of time.

The Great Pyramid of Gîza

The pyramid was not only considered as a massive tomb, but also as a place of the regeneration for the deceased king according to ancient Egyptians. It has three known burial chambers inside of it and a sloping passageway named the grand gallery. One chamber is an underground one that is cut into bedrock. The two other chambers, one named the Queen’s Chamber – although archaeologists suggest that it’s not where the queen is buried, and the other room is the King’s Chamber. The Queen’s and The King’s chambers are located higher up within the pyramid.

Grand Egyptian Museum

In January of 2002, the Egyptian government announced a worldwide competition for the design of a new museum complex to house, display, and preserve some of the world’s greatest ancient treasures with which the modern country of Egypt has the privilege of being entrusted.

The GEM will also host permanent exhibition galleries, temporary exhibitions, special exhibitions, children museum, and virtual and large format screens with a total floor area of 32,000 m2.

Saqqara Pyramids

Discover the secret of the cemetery of Saqqâra, where you’ll come across Djoser’s step pyramid—one of the oldest known stone-cut buildings in history. It is considered an important part of the process of the Pyramid evolution, which were made from the simple mastaba to its widely known form.

Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb follows the decoding of the tomb of an Old Kingdom priest Wahtye, unopened for 4500 years, and the excavation of five shafts to uncover an astonishing ancient mystery.

Itinerary Day by Day – 09 October

In the morning, enjoy your gourmet breakfast and our representative will meet you in the lobby to visit The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
Discover The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, is a large museum located in Old Cairo, a district of Cairo, Egypt.
Delve into the winding streets of Coptic Cairo—one of the city’s oldest and most iconic Coptic churches; and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Lunch reservation at Sky Rim.
Later this afternoon our representative will transfer you back to the hotel.

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

NMEC aims to bring the rich tapestry of tangible and intangible Egyptian heritage to life within a vibrant cultural, artistic, and scientific context, The NMEC is considered the first of its kind in Egypt and the Arab world which presents the full range of the richness and diversity of Egyptian civilization throughout the ages, from prehistoric times to the present day. This happens by highlighting on the interaction between the Egyptians and the land on which they lived throughout history through cultural topics chosen to shed light on the tangible and intangible heritage of Egypt.

Islamic & Coptic Cairo

Islamic Cairo, also called Historic Cairo or Medieval Cairo, refers generically to the historic areas of Cairo, Egypt, that existed before the city's modern expansion during the 19th and 20th centuries; particularly the central parts around the old walled city and around the Citadel of Cairo.

Coptic Cairo is a part of Old Cairo which encompasses the Babylon Fortress, the Hanging Church, the Greek Church of St. George and many other Coptic churches and historical sites. It is believed in Christian tradition that the Holy Family visited this area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga).

Hurghada

Itinerary Day by Day – 10 October to 17 October

In the morning, Check out from the hotel and transfer to Cairo international airport where our Travel Representative will meet & greet you upon your arrival and will escort you to the domestic flight terminal to catch your flight to Hurghada.
Our Representative will assist you with customs clearance, luggage and airport procedure
Upon Arrival at Hurghada Airport, you will be transferred by one of our vehicles to your stay.

Luxor & Aswan

Itinerary Day by Day – 17 October

In the morning, Transfer by our vehicle to check in at Check in at on of our Nile cruise and you can choose your cruise from Various options - Stay for 4 Nights/5 Days.
Noon: Check in to start your adventure with a warm greeting by the front office team and a quick boat orientation.
Noon: Start your accommodation with lunch in the main restaurant and charge your energy.
Afternoon: Start your exploration journey by visiting the East Bank ( Karnak, and Luxor temples)
Evening: Get back to have a luxury à la carte dinner, and then enjoy entertainment shows by Tanoura and a belly dancer show in the lounge.
Overnight in Luxor

Mayfair Nile Cruise

Luxor & Aswan Sightseeing

Itinerary Day by Day – 18 October

Morning: Wake up for a gourmet breakfast buffet of various options, then your Egyptologist will accompany you to the west bank (Valley of Kings, and Temple of Queen Hatshepsut).
Morning: Pass by the Famed Colossi while getting back on board.
Noon: Enjoy the view with lunch in the main restaurant while sailing to Esna then Edfu.
Afternoon: relish with tea time while watching the sunset in the fresh air.
Evening: The crew will invite you to have a drink in the lounge bar with soft music in the background.
Evening: The à la carte dinner will be waiting for you in the main restaurant.

Itinerary Day by Day – 19 October

Morning: Have an open buffet breakfast with the view, then explore Edfu Temple once you arrive there by horse carriage.
Morning: Get back to find the executive chef welcoming you to join a cooking class.
Noon: After enjoying cooking class, Lunch time comes with a variety of perfectly cooked oriental items.
Afternoon: post lunch, enjoy having ice cream on the top deck while sailing, and have a cup of tea while enjoying the golden sunrays.
Evening: you will get the chance to explore Kom Ombo temple, then get back to B.B.Q. open buffet with a wide variety of charcoal grills followed by a Galabia party in the lounge.

Itinerary Day by Day – 20 October

Morning: With the glamorous sunlight, delightfully enjoy the open buffet breakfast.
Noon: Relish lunch in the main restaurant.
Afternoon: Get ready to explore the high dam, then Philae Temple by motorboat.
Evening: Get back to a fancy à la carte dinner followed by a Nubian show in the lounge bar.

Itinerary Day by Day – 21 October

Enjoy your breakfast with the Nile view before you check out at 8:00 a.m.
You will be transferred to Aswan Airport to catch your flight back to Cairo.
Our Travel Representative will meet & greet you at Cairo international airport and then catch your flight to the next destination.