Egypt and Dubai, 13 days

**Day 1 | Thursday | CAIRO**

Arrival at Cairo Airport. Assistance at the airport by our representative. Transfer to the hotel. Accommodation in Cairo. Dinner not included.

**Day 2 | Friday | CAIRO**

Breakfast. Departure to visit the Three Pyramids of Giza: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, the Eternal Sphinx, and the Valley Temple of Khafre (does not include entry inside the Pyramids). Free afternoon, the possibility of an optional visit to the Necropolis of Sakkara and the city of Memphis, the capital of the ancient empire. In the evening, the possibility of an optional visit to the Sound and Light Show of the Pyramids. Accommodation in Cairo. Dinner not included.

**Day 3 | Saturday | CAIRO – LUXOR**

Breakfast. Free day or the possibility of flying directly to Luxor in the morning. Alternatively, the option to take an optional tour of Cairo, including the Pharaonic Art Museum, the Citadel of Saladin with its Alabaster Mosque, Coptic Quarter, and Khan El-Khalili Market. In the afternoon, transfer to Cairo airport for a flight to Luxor. Arrival and transfer to the cruise ship. Accommodation on board. Dinner included.

**Day 4 | Sunday | LUXOR – ESNA – EDFU**

Breakfast. In the morning, visit to the Necropolis of Thebes: the Valley of the Kings, the funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut known as El-Deir El-Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, visit to the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. At the scheduled time, sail to Esna. After passing through Esna Lock, continue sailing to Edfu. Accommodation on board. Lunch and dinner included.

**Day 5 | Monday | EDFU – KOM OMBO – ASWAN**

Breakfast. Arrival in Edfu and visit to the Temple of Edfu dedicated to the god Horus. Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, the only one dedicated to two deities: the crocodile-headed god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Haroeris. Sail to Aswan. Accommodation on board. Lunch and dinner included.

**Day 6 | Tuesday | ASWAN**

Breakfast. Free day. Possibility of an optional excursion to the famous Temples of Abu Simbel. Then, visit the Aswan Dam and the Temple of Philae. Additionally, enjoy a felucca ride along the Nile (typical Egyptian sailboats) to admire panoramic views of the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, Elephantine Island, and the Botanical Garden. Accommodation on board. Lunch and dinner included.

**Day 7 | Wednesday | ASWAN – CAIRO**

Breakfast on the boat and disembarkation. Flight back to Cairo. Arrival in Cairo. In the evening, the possibility of an optional Buffet Dinner with a Show on a Nile River boat. Return to the hotel. Accommodation in Cairo. Dinner not included.

**Day 8 | Thursday | CAIRO – DUBAI**

Breakfast. At the scheduled time, transfer to Cairo Airport for a flight (not included) to Dubai. Arrival at Dubai Airport. Portuguese assistance outside the airport by our representative. Transfer to the hotel. Accommodation in Dubai. Dinner not included.

**Day 9 | Friday | DUBAI**

Breakfast. Half-day Dubai City Classic Tour covering the most representative and historical places in the city, such as Jumeirah Mosque, the Sheikh Palaces area, and Dubai Creek, the saltwater channel that crosses the city. At the historic Al Fahidi Fort, converted into a museum, you can understand the country's evolution and delve into the local culture. The tour also includes a scenic walk on the ABRA water taxi, used to cross the creek to connect to typical bazaars: the Spice and Gold Souks. (Tickets for the ABRA tour and the Museum are included in the program). Tour in modern Dubai, where we will visit the world's largest shopping mall, time to shop for souvenirs. Accommodation in Dubai. Dinner not included.

**Day 10 | Saturday | DUBAI – ABU DHABI – DUBAI**

Breakfast. Discover the stunning landscape of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, also known as the jewel of Arabia. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: This beautiful place of worship is one of the most spectacular in the city, being the third-largest mosque in the world, with a capacity for 40,000 people. All built-in Carrara marble, it was inaugurated in the fall of 2007. Its impressive architecture complements Abu Dhabi's urban landscape. The visit is a unique opportunity to learn interesting details about the architecture of this structure and learn more about the religion and culture of the people of Abu Dhabi. Heritage Village: This historic town offers visitors a glimpse into the region's past. Situated on an island, Heritage Village, with its adobe houses, a mosque, and a traditional market, is where the culture and traditions of the UAE will converge, offering a glimpse into life and times before the discovery of oil. Yas Island: Near the city of Abu Dhabi, this island is the new entertainment center in the region, featuring leisure spaces, the fabulous Yas Marina Circuit - Circuit races - Competence circuit, which annually hosts the Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Formula 1 race (Entry to the White Grand Mosque is included in the program). Accommodation in Dubai. Dinner not included.

**Day 11 | Sunday | DUBAI**

Breakfast. Free morning. In the afternoon, we will go on a safari aboard a 4x4 vehicle (6 people per vehicle) through the desert dunes, passing through an area where camels live in their natural habitat, and where we can also admire a magnificent sunset. Arrival at the Bedouin camp where we will have a typically Arabic reception. We will have the opportunity to ride camels, photograph falcons, taste sweets, Arabic coffee and tea, and enjoy a typical Arabian barbecue dinner, in addition to the traditional belly dance. (Included: Sand skiing, henna painting, water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee). Return to your hotel. Accommodation in Dubai.

**Day 12 | Monday | DUBAI**

Breakfast. Free morning. In the evening, we will go (driver in English) to a traditional Arabian Dhow boat for a cruise on the Dubai Marina, where you can enjoy a dinner of international and traditional Arabian food as the Dhow glides smoothly through the water with spectacular views of the souks, palaces, and skyscrapers of the city. At the end of the cruise, return to your hotel. Accommodation in Dubai.

**Day 13 | Tuesday | DUBAI**

Breakfast, and at the agreed time, transfer to Dubai Airport for the return flight.