Overnight nonstop transatlantic flight to Paris CDG. Choose economy or business for comfort on the long haul. Typical flight time ~7–8 hours. Cost estimate: $800–$3,500 per person (economy–business). Time spent: overnight transit ~8 hours.
Check in at the boutique citizenM Paris Gare de Lyon (Marriott-point redemption target under 183k). Begin with a private guided half-day walking tour: Île de la Cité, Notre-Dame exterior, Sainte-Chapelle, and Latin Quarter cafés (Private guide, 4 hours). Cost estimate: $120–$200 for guide; hotel via points; local transport €20. Time spent: 4–5 hours.
Afternoon Seine riverbank stroll, visit Pont Neuf and relax at a terrace for coffee/aperitif (€20–€50). Enjoy sunset views of the river and Louvre skyline. Time spent: 2 hours.
Morning private guided visit to Musée d'Orsay focusing on Impressionists (Admission €16; guide $100–$180). Time spent: 2.5–3 hours.
Café lunch in Saint-Germain; savor classic French bistro fare near Luxembourg Gardens (Meal €30–€70). Time spent: 1.5 hours.
Private transfer to Montmartre, explore Place du Tertre and Sacré-Cœur (panoramic city views). Optional portrait from a local artist. Time: 3 hours. Guide & transfer $80–$150.
Guided highlights tour of the Louvre focusing on Mona Lisa, Winged Victory, and key galleries (Admission €17; private guide $150–$220). Time spent: 3 hours.
Stroll the Champs-Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe; rooftop access for sunset cityscape (Arc ticket €13). Time spent: 2 hours.
Romantic dinner at a nearby restaurant or early-evening Seine cruise to view the illuminated Eiffel Tower (Cruise €15–€70; dinner €80–€180). Time spent: 2–3 hours. Cost: $120–$300 per couple.
Nonstop CDG → CAI flight. Flight time ~4.5–5 hours. Cost estimate: $300–$900 per person. Upon arrival, private transfer to Giza Palace hotel; late afternoon check-in. Time spent: transit + transfer ~7–8 hours total.
Light sightseeing around the Giza Plateau viewpoint for first pyramid views and sunset photos. Private guide and entry to viewpoint area (Guide & transfer $80–$150; minimal site fees). Time: 2 hours.
Full guided exploration of the Great Pyramid of Khufu exterior, Khafre, Menkaure, and the Sphinx with private Egyptologist (Entry ~$20–$50; guide $150–$250). Time: 3–4 hours.
Afternoon family visit—time with relatives in Giza/Cairo; light refreshments and social time. Cost: transportation $20–$40. Time: 2 hours.
Board the Shemu Nile Yacht at 6:00PM for a sunset Nile welcome dinner (cocktail attire). Private transport provided from Giza Palace. Estimated cost per person: $70–$150. Duration: 3 hours (sunset sail with dinner and entertainment).
Morning private guided tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum (or Egyptian Museum) to view Tutankhamun galleries and artifacts (Admission ~$15–$25; guide $120–$200). Time: 2–3 hours.
Return to Giza Palace for rest, wardrobe prep for black-tie event (spa or hair/make-up optional). Time: 2–3 hours. Service estimates $80–$200.
Ceremony at 6:00PM at the Pyramids of Giza followed by reception at 9 Pyramids Lounge. Private transfers provided. Dress: black tie. Estimated guest/event costs: covered by hosts; transportation and any guest packages variable. Event duration: ~4–5 hours (ceremony + reception).
Leisurely brunch with wedding party—local café or hotel private brunch at Giza Palace. Time spent: 2 hours; cost per person ~$25–$60 (if not hosted).
Private guided visit to Saqqara (Step Pyramid) and ancient Memphis ruins (Guide & transfer $120–$220; entry fees ~$10–$25). Time: 3–4 hours.
Private transfer leaving at 6:00AM for a ~4-hour scenic drive to El Gouna. Arrive late morning/early afternoon; check into beach resort (Cooks Club El Gouna, Serry Hotel, or similar). Transfer cost estimate $120–$220. Time: 4–5 hours including stops.
Afternoon at the resort to relax, swim, and enjoy Red Sea views. Lunch poolside and unwind. Time: remainder of day. Cost: meals $40–$120.
Options: snorkeling, scuba intro, kite-surfing lesson, or resort spa treatment (Activity $50–$150 per person). Time: 2–3 hours.
Half-day boat trip or group beach activity with local operator—sunset photo ops and drinks (Group excursion $60–$150 per person). Time: 3–4 hours.
Early departure to reach Luxor for Monday embarkation. Options: private transfer or domestic flight/drive combo—plan to check schedules. Aim to arrive by 11:00AM for ship check-in. Transfer cost: $150–$350 depending on method. Time: variable 3–6 hours.
Board the 5-star Nile cruise; cabin check-in at 11:00AM. Afternoon short shore excursion or onboard lunch and relax. Typical cruise itinerary includes East Bank Luxor temples this afternoon. Cruise cost estimate per person: $900–$1,800 (all-inclusive cabin rates vary). Time: cruise duration 4 nights / 5 days.
Day highlights include Karnak & Luxor Temples, the West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut), Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo, and arrival in Aswan with Philae Temple. Private Egyptologist guides for all excursions (Included in many cruise packages; gratuities extra). Time per excursion: 2–4 hours. Daily cost: included in cruise or $50–$120 per private tour if separate.
Finish cruise in Aswan. Optional Aswan highlights: Philae Temple, High Dam, and a felucca sail on the Nile. Transfer planning for return flight to Cairo or onward international connection. Time: 1 day buffer. Cost: transfers/flights $150–$350.
Return routing typically Aswan → Cairo → EWR (overnight transatlantic). Allow for domestic transfer to Cairo and international check-in. Flight costs estimate back to EWR: $700–$2,500 per person depending on class and routing. Time: travel day plus buffer.
Paris: Canal Saint-Martin cafés and tucked bistros in the 10th for intimate meals. Cairo: Zamalek’s art galleries and local rooftop cafés with Nile views. El Gouna: Mangrove kayaking and Abu Tig Marina rooftop bars. Nile cruise: sunrise balloon ride over Luxor (book early) and felucca sunset off Aswan for quiet romance.