Highlights
- Welcome to Cairo
- Visit the Great Pyramid of Giza
- Sphinx and the Valley Temple
- Visit the Egyptian Museum, Khan El Khalili, Ciaro's Old Bazaar
- Temple of Philae
- Temple of Edfu,Kom Ombe
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
Your tour begins in Cairo city. On arriving at the Cairo International Airport, our welcome ambassador will greet and assist you with the arrival formalities and then drop you at the hotel in Cairo. Cairo's stunning Islamic architecture has earned it the title 'the city of a thousand minarets'. Egypt’s sprawling capital, Cairo stands on the banks of the River Nile. Cairo is home to Tahrir Square and the vast Egyptian Museum with a trove of antiquities including royal mummies and gilded King Tutankhamun artefacts. Our representative will assist you with all the hotel check-in formalities and brief you about the tour itinerary and timings. During your stay at the hotel, the guest relations will provide complete assistance. After check-in, the remaining day is free to relax and unwind. The day comes to an end with an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Full day sightseeing's of Cairo
Embark on an adventure through time by joining a captivating four-hour Pyramids tour right after breakfast. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you to the awe-inspiring Giza Plateau, where the legendary Giza Pyramids stand tall, echoing the glory of ancient Egypt. These architectural marvels, dating back to 26th century BC, are the last remnants of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Crafted with over two million blocks, the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus entomb the pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Admire the enigmatic Sphinx guarding these tombs, its serene face gazing into eternity. Explore the Valley Temple, a testament to ancient Egyptian craftsmanship, and ponder over its buried history, unearthed only in the 19th century. This journey through millennia culminates with a return to your Cairo hotel, where memories of Egypt's grandeur linger.
Day 3: Discover Cairo
The day begins with a morning breakfast at the hotel. Then your tour guide will assist you with the Cairo sightseeing, which takes around five hours. Cairo tour starts with the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir, the oldest archaeological museum situated in the Middle East. It is home to the most extensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities in the world. The tour continues to Islamic Cairo, where you will get to visit the Khan El Khalili and Cairo’s old bazaar. Later, return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.
Day 4: Cairo to Aswan Nile cruise
A Nile cruise from Aswan offers scenic views of ancient temples like Philae and Kom Ombo, and traditional Egyptian life along the riverbanks. Experience luxurious accommodations and guided tours to historical sites like Luxor's Valley of the Kings, making it an unforgettable journey through Egypt's timeless landscapes.
Day 5: Full day Sightseeing's of Aswan
The day begins with breakfast on board the Nile cruise ship as you sail to Kom Ombo. Next, visit the temple of Kom Ombo, the only temple in Egypt, which is shared by two Gods, namely Sobek and Haeroris in Kom Ombo. Return to the cruise for onboard lunch and sail off to Edfu. Upon arrival at Edfu, your tour guide will escort you to Edfu Temple by horse carriage, also known as Kalesh ride, to explore the Ptolemaic Temple of Horus. It is one of the best-preserved Egyptian temples with multiple chambers, halls, and chapels. The temple is adorned with statues of God Horus and inscriptions that list books or scrolls stored in the library. Later, return to the Nile cruise ship in Edfu for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6: Visit the Aswan Temples
Embark on a morning cruise along the Nile to Luxor, enjoying breakfast on board. After lunch, explore Luxor's East Bank, starting with the colossal Karnak temple, the largest ancient religious site globally. Marvel at its hypostyle hall with towering granite columns. Next, visit the Luxor temple dedicated to Amun, used for rituals. Afternoon brings you to Luxor's West Bank, where highlights include the Valley of the Kings, Tutankhamun's tomb, Queen Hatshepsut's temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the cruise ship for dinner and an overnight stay, concluding an enriching day of ancient Egyptian wonders.
Day 7: Aswan to Hurghada
The day begins with breakfast on board the Nile cruise ship. Post breakfast, deboard the Nile cruise ship and head for a three and a half-hour drive to Hurghada on the Red Sea. Hurghada is flooded with beach resorts that stretch 40km along the Red Sea coast. Famous for its scuba diving with several dive shops and schools. It is a tourist hub for people who marvel at the underwater reefs and incredible marine life. Hurghada is home to many activities which cannot be found elsewhere on the Earth be it quad-biking with a Bedouin tribe, camel-riding across Biblical plains to witness the ancient wonders; diving and snorkelling around colourful coral reef; boat trips to the uninhabited Gifton islands and lot more. Enjoy the delicious lunch and check into the hotel in Hurghada for an overnight stay.
Day 8: Explore Hurghada
The day begins with morning breakfast at the hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure or optional tours to experience exquisite diving and snorkelling amid the colourful Red Sea coral reefs. Here you get to see some stunning rare fish! You are also free to choose any other activities like windsurfing, sailing or deep-sea fishing. Hurghada is a tourist hub for people who marvel at the underwater reefs and incredible marine life. It is home to many activities which cannot be found elsewhere on the planet.
Day 9: Leisure day Hurghada
After breakfast at the hotel, the rest of the day is leisure. It is another day in Hurghada for leisure or water sports. You can choose the optional tours to experience exquisite diving and snorkelling amid the colourful Red Sea coral reefs. Here you get to see some stunning rare fish! You are also free to choose any other activities like windsurfing, sailing or deep-sea fishing. Hurghada is a tourist hub for people who marvel at the underwater reefs and incredible marine life.
Day 10: Beach day in Hurghada
After breakfast at the hotel, the rest of the day is leisure. Today is the last day for leisure activities in Hurghada. You can choose the optional tours to experience exquisite diving and snorkelling amid the colourful Red Sea coral reefs. Here you get to see some stunning rare fish! You are also free to choose any other activities like windsurfing, sailing or deep-sea fishing. Hurghada is a tourist hub for people who marvel at the underwater reefs and incredible marine life.
Day 11: Board the flight to Cairo
After breakfast at the hotel in Hurghada, check out and head to Hurghada airport for boarding your flight to Cairo. Cairo is the capital city known for its largest metropolitan area in the Arab world. Upon arrival in Cairo, check in to the hotel. The remaining day is at leisure or for independent activities. The day ends with an overnight stay at the hotel in Cairo.
Day 12: Board the return flight back home
The day begins with breakfast at the hotel in Cairo followed by some free time to relax before your next flight. Later in the day, check out and get transferred to the Cairo International Airport for boarding your return flight back home.