Leisure Tour Itinerary

The Best Of Egypt – 12 Days

Tour Cost

From $3475

Duration

12 days

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

Tour Details

What to Expect

Cultural & Historical Experience

Among the finest Egypt tour packages available, this 12-day journey weaves together the most captivating experiences of this ancient land. From the bustling streets of Cairo to the serene waters of the Nile, every moment is crafted to deliver an unforgettable exploration of Egypt’s treasures.

Your adventure begins in Cairo, where the renowned Egyptian Museum awaits with its vast collection of artifacts, including the spectacular treasures of Tutankhamun. As part of our carefully curated Egypt tour packages, you’ll stand in awe before the mighty Pyramids of Giza, monuments that have captured humanity’s imagination for millennia.

The journey’s crown jewel is an enchanting 8-day Nile cruise, where ancient stories unfold along the river’s banks. Float past landscapes that have remained largely unchanged since the time of the pharaohs, while making stops at some of Egypt’s most magnificent sites. The Valley of the Kings reveals its royal tombs, while the majestic Philae Temple rises from its island sanctuary, telling tales of gods and rulers.

This comprehensive tour ventures beyond the familiar to explore remarkable temples often overlooked by standard Egypt tour packages. Marvel at the perfectly preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu and uncover the unique dual dedications of the Temple of Kom Ombo. Each site adds another layer to your understanding of this fascinating civilization.

Whether you’re wandering through ancient temples, sailing on the legendary Nile, or standing in the shadow of the pyramids, this journey offers a perfect blend of adventure, education, and wonder. Expert guides bring history to life, while comfortable accommodations and thoughtful planning ensure a seamless experience from start to finish.

What is included?
  • Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure
  • Roundtrip airport/hotel transfers
  • Hotel accommodation in the listed properties
  • Transportation in private vehicle
  • Experienced tour guide
  • Admission to listed sites
  • Meals indicated
  • Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure
  • Roundtrip airport/hotel transfers
  • Hotel accommodation in the listed properties
  • Transportation in private vehicle
  • Experienced tour guide
  • Admission to listed sites
  • Meals indicated

Tour Highlights

Unmissable Experiences

  • Kan El Khalili Bazzar an Oriental Bazzar
  • Step Pyramids complex of Djoser
  • Valley of the Kings
  • The temple of Queen Hatshepsut
  • The Colossi of Memnon
  • The temple of Horus in Edfu
  • Temple of Philae
  • Agha Khan Mausoleum
  • The temple of Karnak
  • The Temple of Luxor
12 days

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Cairo, Egypt
Arrive Cairo: meet assist and transfer to hotel Overnight at Hotel
Day 2: Cairo
Visit the Egyptian Museum of antiquities where a vast treasure of numerous objects made of gold, bronze, alabaster, silver from Egypt most glamorous times are exhibited; continue to Old Cairo: the Coptic area of Cairo where the Romans constructed the fortress of Babylon. You will see the ruins of fortress tower of the church of St Mary, more commonly known as the Hanging Church . in the evening visit Kan El Khalili Bazzar an Oriental Bazzar Late evening, have dinner Cruise along the Nile. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner Overnight at R. Hilton Hotel/ Pyramisa or Similar
Day 3: Giza Plateau – Memphis – Sakkarra
After breakfast, begin the city tour of Cairo which begins at Memphis, the first capital of a united Egypt and Sakkara, the necropolis of Memphis. In Sakkara, visit the newly opened museum and tour the Step Pyramids complex of Djoser, which predates the Giza pyramids and is the world’s first monumental building constructed entirely in stone. Tour the smaller pyramid of Teti, built for a Sixth Dynasty king, whose burial chamber is covered with pyramid texts to ensure the survival of his soul, and the mastaba tombs of the nobles Ti and Pthhotep. Dinner is at a local restaurant. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner Overnight At R. Hilton Hotel/ Pyramisa or similar
Day 4: Cairo – Luxor
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. Embark the cruise ship before lunch. In the afternoon, you can enjoy a sound and light show at Karnak Temple (Optional). Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight cruise Luxor
Day 5: Luxor – Edfu
In the morning, we cross to the West Bank. Visit the valley of the Kings, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight cruise
Day 6: Edfu – Kom Ombo – Aswan
After breakfast, visit the temple of Horus in Edfu. Sail to Kom Ombo. In the afternoon, visit the temple shared by the two Gods Sobek and Haroeris. Cruise to Aswan for overnight Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight cruise
Day 7: Aswan
Today, visit of the High Dam and the temple of Philae. In the afternoon, get a view of Elephantine Island by Felucca (Sailing boat) and see the Agha Khan Mausoleum. Enjoy a light show at the Philae Temple. Overnight in Aswan. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight cruise
Day 8: Aswan – Kom Ombo – Esna
In the morning, we sail to Edfu. In the afternoon, sail to Kom Ombo and view the Kom Ombo temple. Later sail to Esna Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight cruise
Day 9: Luxor
In the morning, we sail to Luxor. In the afternoon, visit the temple of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor. Overnight in Luxor. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight cruise
Day 10: Luxor – Denderah – Luxor
After breakfast, disembarks and travel to visit Denderah before returning to the ship. Overnight in Luxor.
Day 11: Luxor – Cairo
After breakfast, disembark the cruise ship then transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo where you are assisted and transferred to the hotel. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner Overnight at R. Hilton Hotel/ Pyramisa or similar
Day 12: Depart Cairo
Decide on your activities with the assistance of your Guide, before transfer to the Cairo International Airport for your departure flight. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast
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