Cairo Governorate Trip Overview
Egypt’s history and culture have not changed but recent political events have left their mark on daily life. You may see more armed guards and police vehicle presence than in the past. Security is of primary importance and we encourage you to travel in groups and not alone. Most domestic flights from Cairo to Upper Egypt (Luxor, Aswan) depart in the early morning, requiring waking before dawn. Some common comforts such as hygiene may be lacking. Consider the local dress code and watch your diet. Eat cooked food only and stick to bottled beverages. Due to Egypt’s proximity to the Sahara Desert, local hot winds bring sand and dust everywhere.
Additional Info
Duration: 9 days
Starts: Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Cairo Governorate, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Egypt’s history and culture have not changed but recent political events have left their mark on daily life. You may see more armed guards and police vehicle presence than in the past. Security is of primary importance and we encourage you to travel in groups and not alone. Most domestic flights from Cairo to Upper Egypt (Luxor, Aswan) depart in the early morning, requiring waking before dawn. Some common comforts such as hygiene may be lacking. Consider the local dress code and watch your diet. Eat cooked food only and stick to bottled beverages. Due to Egypt’s proximity to the Sahara Desert, local hot winds bring sand and dust everywhere.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Cairo
Stop At: Cairo, Cairo, Cairo Governorate
Welcome to Egypt, one of the world’s greatest ancient civilizations. Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel with the remainder of the day at leisure. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting at approximately 6 PM and enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Manager and fellow travelers at your hotel
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Conrad Hotel Cairo
Day 2: The Pyramids & Sphinx of Giza
Stop At: Pyramids of Giza, Al Haram Str., Giza 12611 Egypt
Pyramids of Giza reveal the great heritage of the ancient Egyptian Civilization. Explore the glory of this unique civilization and witness the great Giza Pyramid of Khufu or “Cheops”, the Pyramid of Khafre or “Chephren”, and the Pyramid of Mykerinos.
Then head to discover the mythical guard of the pyramids:
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Great Sphinx, Al-Haram, Giza Egypt
The Sphinx was built to immortalize the memory of king Khafre. It measures 20 meters high and 73 meters long. It took about 3 years to be built by 100 workers.
After that, you’d love to head to know the secrets of the Mummification process of Pharaohs at:
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Step Pyramid of Djoser, Saqqara Egypt
Your delicious lunch meal will be presented in a local restaurant with the Nile or Pyramids View and then you’ll join your tour guide to head to: Saqqara Step Pyramid, which was the first one of its kind with that shape. Its builders aimed to build a special Mastaba for King Djoser and as a result, they built this memorably step Pyramid.
Finally, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Conrad Hotel Cairo
Day 3: Full Day Cairo
Stop At: The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, Midan El Tahrir Geographical Society Building, Cairo 11511 Egypt
The Egyptian Museum has a wide variety of Ancient Egyptian artifacts, treasures, mummies, documents, papyrus, that attracts all those who are interested in knowing the history of Ancient Egypt.
After that, you’ll head to the splendid citadel in Cairo:
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary), Shar’a Mari Girgis Street, Cairo 11511 Egypt
The Hanging Church considered the oldest church in Old Cairo, it dates back to about 1,700 years. It is distinguished by its prestige and glory. After that, escort your guide to visit:
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ben Ezra Synagogue, Coptic Cairo, Cairo 11511 Egypt
Ben Ezra Synagogue is located in old Cairo on the site where baby Moses was found. After that, head with your guide to visit:
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mosque of Amr Ibn El-Aas, Cairo Egypt
The amazing mosque of Amr ibn al-As was the center of the ancient capital of Egypt Fustat. It was built in 641-642 AD and was considered the fourth largest mosque in the Islamic world. At the end of the day, enjoy a tour to:
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Conrad Hotel Cairo
Day 4: Flight to Luxor, Temples of Karnak & Luxor, Nile Cruise Embarkation
Stop At: Luxor, Luxor, Nile River Valley
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and drive to the airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival in Luxor, take a sightseeing tour of the East Bank. Visit the magnificent Temples of Karnak, dating back over 3,000 years. Walk along the avenue of the Sphinxes and marvel at the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive sandstone columns. After exploring this ancient structure, embark on the Nile Cruise. In the afternoon, visit Luxor Temple to admire the colossal statues of the great pharaoh Ramses II. Next, visit a shop where you can view a brief demonstration of how papyrus paper is made from the papyrus grass
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Luxury nile cruise
Day 5: Luxor West Bank
Stop At: Luxor, Luxor, Nile River Valley
After breakfast,excursion. Begin with a visit to the UNESCO listed Valley of the Kings, the necropolis of Thebes and admire the tombs of ancient Egypt’s rulers. Next, head to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a colonnaded structure surrounded by cliffs and learn about the life of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt’s famous female ruler. Visit an alabaster factory, where you can view a demonstration of grinding alabaster the old-fashioned way. Browse the extensive collection of alabaster pieces. Conclude the tour at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep II. Return to the ship for lunch, and continue sailing onward this afternoon
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Luxury nile cruise
Day 6: Edfu Temples & Kom Ombo
Stop At: Aswan, Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
This morning, visit the stunning Temples of Horus in Edfu, considered one of the best preserved of all the Egyptian Temples. It was built during the Ptolemaic times and was completed over a 180-year period. The temple is dedicated to the falcon god Horus, son of Isis and Osiris. Its extravagant design and sheer size is an indication of the country’s prosperity at the time. Next, tour the imposing Greco-Roman Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Horus, the sky god and Sobek, the crocodile god. Admire the fascinating detailed reliefs on the walls. Return to the ship for dinner
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Luxury nile cruise
Day 7: Cruise to Aswan
Stop At: Aswan, Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
After breakfast ,Drive to Abu simbel , Temple of Abu Simbel, reclaimed from the floodwaters of the Aswan High Dam and totally reconstructed in the present location. The site is dominated by the looming twin temples of Ramses II and his wife Queen Nefertari. It is one of the most recognizable ancient sites of Egypt. Afterwards, fly back to Aswan. then have your lunch after that Aswan Felucca Ride. Enjoy a relaxing cruise aboard a felucca, the traditional sailboat of Egypt used along the Nile
Duration: 7 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Luxury nile cruise
Day 8: Disembarkation, High dam , Philae Temple, Flight to Cairo
Stop At: Aswan, Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
This morning, after disembarking from your cruise ship, explore Aswan, an ancient frontier town. Take a tour to Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Arrive by motorboat and marvel at the Temple’s beautiful island location. Continue to the spectacular Aswan High Dam, an engineering miracle when originally constructed in the 1960s. The dam brought an end to the Nile’s devastating floods. Then, head to the airport for your flight to Cairo. Transfer to your hotel upon arrival. Tonight, enjoy a
Duration: 7 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Triumph Luxury Hotel
Day 9: Depart Egypt
Pass By: Cairo, Cairo, Cairo Governorate
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
