13-Day Tour of Egyptian Highlights from Cairo
Highlights
Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Giza, Memphis, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu
Locations Covered
Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Giza, Memphis, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu
historical, sightseeing, Shore Excursion
Private Tour
13 Days
Easy
English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
Languages
English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
Description
Explore the most famous attractions in Egypt on a 13-day tour of Cairo, Saqqara, and Giza cruise to Aswan from Luxor. Visit Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Esna, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Philae Temple, and the ancient unfinished obelisk in Aswan. Learn about the history of the locations from your Egyptologist guide, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Nile Valley and the Red Sea at Hurghada.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Cairo Arrival
- Our travel representative will Be at Cairo International Airport to meet and transfer you to your hotel in a company-maintained vehicle. We will treat our tourists to a ‘Welcome’ drink at the hotel.
- Afterwards, the tour guide will assist you with the check-in procedures and present you with the travelling schedule to develop and make the pick-up timings certain for each day.
Spend the rest of the night in Cairo to relax and sleep.
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Day 2 : Giza Pyramids - Sphinx - Memphis and Sakkara
- You will be picked up from your hotel by a Luxorprivate tour representative, beginning in the Giza Pyramids Tour with The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus.
- Then, proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates back to the time of Chephren, and visit the Valley Temple.
- Next, drive to visit the step pyramids of zoser (Sakkara) oldest major stone structure Then we will go to a restaurant to enjoy a local meal The drive to the magnificent Memphis city that was founded by King Menes, the Old Kingdom capital and Heart of ancient Egypt.
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Day 3: Egyptian Museum - Islamic Cairo and Optic Cairo
- On day 3, enjoy a refreshing breakfast at your lodge in Cairo. Our representative will wait to meet and guide you on tour to the ancient Egyptian Museum, the Treasures place of the young ruler Tutankhamun.
- Afterwards, you will be transferred to Islamic Cairo and Coptic Cairo through a private air-conditioned vehicle, where you will witness the scenes of Cairo’s ancient bazaar, Khan El Khalili.
- Later, transfer back to the hotel in Cairo.
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Day 4: Fly to Aswan
- Have an early breakfast at the hotel, and transfer to the Cairo airport for the flight to Aswan.
- Our representatives will be at the Aswan International Airport to take you places irrespective of your flight timings. You will be transferred to your Nile Cruise, where our tour representatives will assist you with the check-in procedures.
- After that, you will be directed aboard the Nile Cruise, where you will enjoy a fulfilling lunchtime.
- After lunch, you will go on an Aswan boat trip to Agilika Island and see the Temple of Philae on the Island, which was put up in the Greco-Roman era and was dedicated to the Isis goddess, the mother of god Horus.
- Later, get some rest on the Nile cruise in the evening City Tour Around Aswan.
Overnight in Aswan.
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Day 5: Abu Simbel and Sailing to Kom Ombo Temple
- 03:30 am: Pick up at the lodge in Aswan in a deluxe and leisurely car.
- Savour a precise team tour in Abu Simbel and travel to the famous Two Temples in Abu Simbel. These sanctuaries are designated as the fame and stunning success of ancient Egypt. These temples echo the grandeur and magnificence of the new realm.
- Transfer back and visit the Aswan dam on the way back.
- 01:30 pm: Have lunch on the Nile cruise as the cruise sails to Kom Ombo temple.
- Reach Kom Ombo temple and explore the Twin Temples of Kom Ombo. The temples give you insights into the falcon-headed god Horus and the crocodile god Sobek, whose tombstones embellish both sanctuary halves.
- Embark back on the ship to have dinner as the cruise move towards Edfu city.
Overnight on Edfu.
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Day 6: Edfu Temple and Sail to Luxor
- Enjoy an onboard breakfast, and continue the tour to the Horus Temple in Edfu, where you will see the royal temple devoted to Horus, which is well thought-out as the best-maintained temple in Egypt. As per Egyptian beliefs, it is the place where the falcon-headed god Horus retribute the killing of Osiris - his father,
- Have lunch on board and move towards Luxor.
- Reach Luxor by evening.
Dinner and overnight on the cruise.
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Day 7: Luxor West Bank
- Have a refreshing breakfast, and start the tour to discover West Bank.
- Visit the Valley of the Kings, and witness the historical tombs of the kings of the new kingdom.
- Head to the Hatshepsut temple, which is the only female temple in Egypt. This sacred architecture was erected by the daughter of Thutmosis I, Egypt's sovereign, for two decades during the 18th Dynasty (1490-1469 B.C).
- Call it a day with the trip to the Colossi of Memnon, which is considered the mortuary tomb of Amenhotep III.
- Later on, get transferred to the mile cruise to have lunch and enjoy in the swimming pool.
Overnight on the cruise.
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Day 8: Luxor East Bank
- Followed by a refreshing breakfast, Your tour guide will pick you up to discover the majestic Temple of Luxor.
- Afterwards, see the sights of some of the greatest reverence instances in history, including the Karnak Temples, which were constructed as a tribute to the God Amon, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu.
- Get back to the hotel in Luxor and get some rest.
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Day 9: Drive to Hurghada
- After breakfast in the morning, you will be leaving the Hotel.
- Drive for about 4 hours to the Red Sea and see the Hurghada coral reefs. Enjoy diving or fishing or choose one of the many other activities.
- Also, you will enjoy the beach at the red sea for 2 days and will have a look at a marina at night having a city tour at Sheraton road at Hurghada.
Overnight Hurghada.
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Day 10, 11 and 12: Hurghada
- For the next three days, we have the freedom to explore Hurghada or simply relax.
- One option available is to book a local trip to Giftun Island for swimming and snorkelling. Hurghada is well-known for its golden beaches and luxury restaurants, and you can also book visits to the grand aquarium or Hurghada museum.
- Another option is to visit the abandoned city of ghosts in Safaga or explore the city's shopping malls, which are some of the most popular in Egypt and offer sales on famous brands. All transportation for this tour is provided in a VIP air-conditioned car.
- For the next three days, we have the freedom to explore Hurghada or simply relax.
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Day 13: Hurghada - Cairo
- Have breakfast in your lodge with some time in hand.
- Finally, be directed to Hurghada Airport to take your flight to Cairo and then your international flight back home.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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1 to 1 | /person |
2 to 6 | /person |
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1 to 5 | /person |
This is a private tour |