Along the Sinai, Egypt
Experience Overview
Take full advantage of exploring the “alternative” Egypt that so many fail to realize even exists, with our classic Along The Sinai tour. This adventure-adventure packed week provides unique opportunities to not only discover the region, but to immerse yourself in many water-based activities such as snorkeling and kite surfing. And there’s no better place on the planet to do so, with this amazing desert region being fringed by the crystal clear waters of the Red Sea, boasting world-beating national parks, and home to a truly amazing variety of incredible marine life.
Sample Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrive Cairo / Drive to Ras Sedr
Arrive at Cairo Airport where you’ll be met by our Airport representative. Enjoy a private, air-conditioned transfer (approx. 2.5 hours) to Ras Sedr.
Enjoy the afternoon and evening to explore on your own.
DAY 2
In Ras Sedr
Life in Ras Sedr centers around the beach, so of course this is how we’re going to spend the day. But forget just lounging in the sun (unless that’s your thing), because today is all about water activities—after all, you can’t visit the country’s premier kite surfing location without getting your feet wet!
We’ll also try our hand at surfing and, of course, we’ll supply all the kit you need. Lunch and dinner are taken at the hotel and, if you’ve got the energy later on, there’s always some kind of beach party to be found along the never-ending stretches of powder-white soft sands…
DAY 3
Ras Sedr / Sharm El Sheikh
We rise for an early breakfast before hitting the road for the next stop on our itinerary. The lights of Sharm El Sheikh beckon (it’s a 4.5 hour drive so you can catch up on a bit of sleep after yesterday’s exertions…). We arrive at our hotel and we take lunch and enjoy some free time before heading out to explore this vibrant city as the sun goes down. Sharm is a compact city that certainly knows how to pack in something for everyone. Whatever your scene—be it shopping, clubbing, or simply hanging out with friends—you’ll find it here.
Dinner is included tonight, after which you can choose to carry on partying, or head back to our hotel to rest up before tomorrow’s adventures…
DAY 4
In Sharm El Sheikh
It’s another early start as you need to have had breakfast and be ready for an 08:15am pick up.
Our destination is the incredible national marine park of Ras Mohamed. We visit three of the prime swimming locations, where we have ample time in each to don snorkel, mask, and fins to venture beneath the warm waters and enjoy the stunning sea life and corals of the Red Sea.
This full day on boat is always one of the highlights of the trip. This is a chance like no other to witness the staggeringly beautiful and diverse corals, fish, and other aquamarine life of this world-famous snorkeling and diving location. We provide soft drinks and a hearty lunch over the course of the day, and there’s plenty of shade aboard if you need to escape the golden rays of the Egyptian sun.
We return to dock around 4:00pm and head back to our hotel. Dinner is taken in the dining room and your evening is free to enjoy the facilities or head out into town.
DAY 5
Sharm El Sheikh / Dahab
We rise early again and, after breakfast, board our transport and heading for the lesser-visited town of Dahab. The journey takes around two hours and we arrive at our hotel, in time to settle in before lunch.
The afternoon is free for you to explore this laid-back boho town, and the perfect place to unwind after the exertions of the last few days. For those who crave more, there’s plenty to choose from. Head back into the water or perhaps book a horseback ride along the sands from one of the many providers. The town us also well-known for its spiritual experiences, such as yoga and meditation, with many options available if you fancy getting closer in tune to your inner vibe. Dinner is taken at the hotel.
DAY 6
Dahab / Nueiba
We breakfast early before taking the 1.5 hour drive to town of Nueiba, from which our day’s delights begin. First on the agenda is a foray into the amazing protected reserve of Ras Abu Gallum. This stunning arid landscape is truly otherworldly, not to mention being one of the most tranquil places on the planet. And it’s also home to one of the world’s premier diving and snorkeling sites—The Blue Hole.
Here you can expect to swim and spot amazing marine life, such as Angel Fish, Parrot Fish, Grouper, and Bat Fish, not to mention an incredible array of corals. We then head to the town of Taba, at the junction of Egypt and Israel, and take lunch at the famous Castle Zaman.
This dramatic fortification is strategically located on the ancient road that connects St Catherine’s Monastery with Jerusalem, and offers a superb view of four different countries—Egypt, Israel, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia.
After a full day on the go you’ll be glad of the chance to snooze as we drive back to Dahab, where you have the evening at your leisure. Dinner is taken at the hotel.
DAY 7
Dahab / Cairo
Breakfast is a little more leisurely this morning, after which we take our transport back to the hubbub that is Cairo.
Your evening is free to spend as you choose, perhaps availing yourself of the wonderful hotel facilities or heading out to explore.
DAY 8
Depart Cairo
After a hearty breakfast we board our transport for the trip back to Cairo International Airport. Here you can relax in the lounge before boarding your onward flight.
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