Itinerary
Day 01: Welcome to Cairo
Welcome to Egypt land of the gods, upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport you will be met by our warm and professional airport representatives who will arrange your ground transportation to the hotel.
Day 02: Saqqara, Dahshur and Memphis
Wake up to a warm Egyptian Breakfast then go sightseeing in Saqqara famous for its step pyramids and history of building the first pyramids in all of Egypt. While there visit the Pyramids of King Zoser, Titi and others and the many tombs of kings and great officials. Enjoy a mixed grill lunch before visiting the town of Dahshur known for its Bent and Red Pyramids. Visit the open air museum at Memphis and marvel at the massive statues carved out of limestone and granite of Egyptian gods and pharaohs. Then return to the hotel for dinner where you will spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 03: High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple and Felucca sailing
Fly from Cairo to Aswan, enjoy one of the most memorable tours in Aswan that of the breath-taking experience at the High Dam. Here you will see a view like no other, from the of the top a 364ft tall structure. Stop by the Unfinished Obelisk whose construction was abandoned by Queen Hatshepsut and stop by the Philae Temple. Philae Temple was dedicated to the goddess Isis with its many shrines and sanctuaries. Enjoy a delicious Nubian lunch menu before going sailing on a felucca, a traditional Egyptian sail boat around Qobet al Hawa and Agha Khan Mausoleum. Check into the hotel where you will spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04: Abu Simble Temples, Sound and Light Show at Abu Simble Temples
The adventure continues with a drive to Abu Simble, tour the magnificent Abu Simble Temples carved out of solid rock. The Abu Simble Temples were first built by Ramses II and later reconstructed by the Egyptian government along with UNESCO in order to preserve it. Then check into the enjoy a seafood menu lunch then continue the adventure with an amazing Light and Sound Show at the Abu Simble Temple with enchanting music, lighting and narration transporting you back in time when Ramses ruled Egypt. Enjoy dinner at the hotel where you will spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 05: Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Village
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and enjoy a scenic drive back to Aswan and stop by the Kalabsha Temple dedicated to Isis, Osiris, and Horus-Mandulis. The temple was relocated to its current location to rescue it from being buried by rising waters. Tour its magnificent halls, courtyard, gateways, and chapels. Enjoy a Nubian lunch and go sightseeing by motor boat to a Nubian village, explore the local market purchase authentic Egyptian novelty products in the market. Then check into the hotel where you will spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06: Kom-Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple and Karnak Temple
The adventure continues with a transfer to Luxor, on the way you will be taken to Kom-Ombo Temple where you will enjoy the brief introduction about the Greco-Roman period, then one and a half drive by bus will take you to Edfu which is considered one of the best well-preserved temple in the country. In Luxor enjoy an Oriental lunch and then tour the breath taking Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex built by man covering approximately 200 acres with individual temples built for various gods. It is a massive complex of columns, statues, halls, and courts which tell a story of its former grandeur and splendor. Check into your hotel where you will spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 07: Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon
Tour the impressive Luxor Temple dedicated to Amun, built by two Pharaohs Amenophis III and Ramses II. Magnificent in its own right, the temple features enormous gateways, shrines, and sanctuaries. Visit the Valley of the Kings which is a massive burial ground for Pharaohs, kings and the elite. Explore the tombs of world famous Pharaohs from the Old Kingdom. Visit the temples of Tutankhamun more popularly called King Tut, Hatshepsut Temple and learn about the first female Pharaoh. Visit the Colossi of Memnon two huge statues around 17m high that guarded the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. Then tour the Habu Temple the temple of Ramses III. Enjoy a special Pigeon and Kofta lunch and then wander the city in a horse drawn carriage catch a view of Luxor Temple in lights. Return to hotel for dinner and the remainder of the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 08: Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, Khan El Khalili and Citadel
Wake up to a delectable breakfast and fly back to Cairo to start a day of sight-seeing and exploration of the Great Pyramids of Giza. Step back in time as you tour the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure popularly referred to as the second and third pyramids. Enjoy sumptuous Chinese cuisine for lunch at one of Cairo’s local restaurants as you continue your tour of the awe-inspiring Cairo Egyptian Museum, famous for the Golden Mask of King Tutankhamun. Tour the Khan El Khalili market place and the Citadel a magnificent structure that has acted as a fortress for Cairo against enemy attack. Enjoy dinner and belly dance show on the Nile Cruise and then return to the hotel where you would spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 09: Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, National Museum & Qaitbay Fort
After breakfast at your hotel bask in the beauty of Egypt’s countryside with a drive to Alexandria. Tour the Catacombs or underground tunnels once used as private tombs then visit Pompey’s Pillar which is the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria; which is said to be in honor of Emperor Diocletian. This impressive structure is made from red granite stands at about 28 meters tall. Go sightseeing at magnificent Qaitbay Fort famous for the impressive lighthouse that is constructed on the same site. Stop by the National Museum. Enjoy a seafood lunch and then drive back to Cairo and spend the night at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Departure from Cairo International Airport
Enjoy a delicious breakfast then it’s off to the airport for your return flight. If you have a late departure let us know as special arrangements can be made for you.
