Ultimate Egypt Photography tour
Duration: 11 Days
Dates: 20-31 October
Price: $5200
Meet KOREE
Abdelrahman Gabr - Koree Sony Middle East and Africa Alpha Ambassador
Day 1
I will be picking everyone up personally from Cairo Airport according to everyone’s arrival time.
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
• Arrive in Cairo and check into your hotel.
• Spend the evening at leisure, perhaps enjoy a Nile cruise or visit the local markets (Khan el-Khalili Bazaar).
Day 2 :
Day 2: Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx
• Morning: Early morning visit to the Pyramids of Giza for dramatic lighting and fewer crowds. Capture the pyramids with the Sphinx in the foreground.
• Afternoon: Visit the Egyptian Museum (if you have time) to capture historical artifacts, especially the treasures of Tutankhamun.
• Sunset: Photograph the pyramids from the Mena House hotel for a unique perspective.
Day 3
TDay 3: Coptic Cairo & Islamic Cairo
• Morning: Explore Coptic Cairo, photographing ancient Christian sites like the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
• Afternoon: Head to Islamic Cairo and photograph the Al-Azhar Mosque, Sultan Hassan Mosque, and the Citadel with views over Cairo.
• Sunset: A panoramic view of the cityscape from Cairo Tower.
Day 4
Travel to White Desert
• Morning: Drive to the White Desert (about 5-6 hours) from Cairo. Stop at the Black Desert for some striking contrasts in the landscape.
• Afternoon: Arrive at White Desert. Photograph the otherworldly rock formations and white chalk mountains.
• Night: Set up a tent for an overnight stay in the desert, capturing the starlit sky and unique desert photography.
Day 5
White Desert Exploration
• Sunrise: Early morning golden-hour shots of the desert landscapes, capturing shadows and textures in the sand.
• Midday: Visit the Crystal Mountain and Valley of Agabat for dramatic landscapes.
• Afternoon: Explore more desert scenery and photograph the sand dunes at sunset for a final chance to capture the stunning desert light.
• Evening: Return to Cairo.
Day 6
Travel to Luxor
• Morning: Fly or take a train from Cairo to Luxor (1-hour flight).
• Afternoon: Visit Karnak Temple for awe-inspiring architecture and intricate details, great for architectural photography.
• Sunset: Take sunset shots of Luxor Temple from across the river, illuminated by golden light.
Day 7
Valley of the Kings & Valley of the Queens
• Early Morning: Head to the Valley of the Kings and photograph the tombs of famous pharaohs, like Tutankhamun and Ramses II.
• Midday: Visit the Valley of the Queens, known for the tomb of Nefertari.
• Afternoon: Explore Hatshepsut Temple and photograph the unique architecture against the surrounding cliffs.
• Sunset: Photograph the Colossi of Memnon at sunset for dramatic light play.