Cairo Trip Overview
Combine the rich heritage of Cairo with the magic of a 4-day, 3-nights Nile cruise on this comprehensive Egypt vacation package—a must for any lover of history. In Cairo, discover the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, In Luxor, see the temples of Karnak, Luxor, and Hatsheput, and stroll the Valley of the Kings, cruising to Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan. Tour includes flight, private hotel and airport transfers, and most meals. Discover Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, and enjoy a 3-night Nile cruise Follow the path of the pharaohs at the Pyramids and Valley of the Kings Savor a range of delicious meals on board your cruise ship Relax with private airport, hotel, and port transfers See all that Egypt has to offer on a week-long private excursion from Cairo. stop at the Abu Simbel, Komombo, Karnak and Edfu temples; and learn about Egyptian history and culture. Enjoy a worry-free excursion with all accommodation, transportation, and most meals taken care of.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 days
Starts: Cairo, Egypt
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Combine the rich heritage of Cairo with the magic of a 4-day, 3-nights Nile cruise on this comprehensive Egypt vacation package—a must for any lover of history. In Cairo, discover the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, In Luxor, see the temples of Karnak, Luxor, and Hatsheput, and stroll the Valley of the Kings, cruising to Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan. Tour includes flight, private hotel and airport transfers, and most meals. Discover Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, and enjoy a 3-night Nile cruise Follow the path of the pharaohs at the Pyramids and Valley of the Kings Savor a range of delicious meals on board your cruise ship Relax with private airport, hotel, and port transfers See all that Egypt has to offer on a week-long private excursion from Cairo. stop at the Abu Simbel, Komombo, Karnak and Edfu temples; and learn about Egyptian history and culture. Enjoy a worry-free excursion with all accommodation, transportation, and most meals taken care of.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo:
Stop At: Cairo, Cairo, Cairo Governorate
Your representative will meet & greet you at Cairo International Airport. Transfer by air-conditioned car to your hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel he will do your check in and give you detailed information concerning your excursion of tomorrow.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Cairo
Day 2: Giza Pyramids / Egyptian Museum:
Stop At: Pyramids of Giza, Al Haram Str., Giza 12611 Egypt
After breakfast, enjoy an unique excursion to the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus & to the oldest known monumental sculpture and the largest monolith statue in the world, the great Sphinx.Visit also the Valley Temple, which was attributed to king Chefren and had been used for the mummification process
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, Midan El Tahrir Geographical Society Building, Cairo 11511 Egypt
Then pay a visit to the Egyptian Museum where you can see the collection of Tutankhamen among other splendid pharaonic artifacts
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Coptic Cairo, Cairo Egypt
Continue to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Shopping in the lively Khan El Khalili Bazaar, which dates back to 1382. Back to hotel, night in Cairo.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Cairo
Day 3: Aswan Nile Cruise Tours Aswan
Stop At: Aswan, Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
Check out from hotel in the morning then transfer to Cairo Airport for a flight to aswan where you will be met and assisted, then taken by an air-conditioned car to board your 5 star Egypt Nile cruise.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Temple of Philae, Island of Agilika, Aswan Egypt
Visit the beautiful Philae Temple which was dedicated to the Goddess Isis.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Aswan High Dam, Manteqet As Sad Al Aali, Aswan Egypt
Then proceed to the amazing High Dam an engineering miracle built in 1960 protecting Egypt from annual floods from the Nile.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Unfinished Obelisk, Sheyakhah Oula, Aswan Egypt
Then journey on to visit the Unfinished Obelisk which shows how the ancient Egyptians cut the stone. It is believed this obelisk belongs to Queen Hatshepsut one of the rulers of the 18th Dynasty. When you have finished your tour you will be transferred back to your Night ,
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight on board
Day 4: Kom Ombo &Edfu Temples
Stop At: Kom Ombo, Kom Ombo, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
Breakfast on board.Today we sail to Kom Ombo where you will experience a tour of Kom Ombo Temple, this Temple was shared by the two Gods Sobek and Horus. Once you have finished your tour of the Temple you will be transferred back to your Nile Cruise to enjoy lunch on board
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Edfu, Edfu, Nile River Valley
whilst sailing onto Edfu where you will visit Horus Temple. Tea will then be served on board whilst sailing onto Luxor via Esna Lock ,here you can observe the local life along the way.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight on board
Day 5: Karnak and Luxor Temples.
Pass By: Temple of Karnak, Karnak, Luxor Egypt
After an enjoyable Breakfast on board and now you are in Luxor it is time to take in the atmosphere of Ancient Egypt on the East bank of the beautiful River Nile and visit the glorious Karnak and Luxor Temples. When your visit has ended you will be transferred back to your Nile Cruise in Luxor for a relaxing lunch on board. Afternoon tea and Dinner on board.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight on board
Day 6: Disembark & Luxor Nile Cruise Excursions
Stop At: Valley of the Kings, Luxor City, Luxor 85511 Egypt
After breakfast on board you will check out and disembark your Nile Cruise and then be accompanied by your Egyptologist Guide to visit the West Bank . Here you will visit the famous Valley of the Kings,There are 63 tombs within the valley . The Royal tombs are decorated with Egyptian mythology which gives rise to the beliefs of the period.There are many known kings buried in the valley but of course the most famous being King Tutankhamun.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, Kings Valley Rd Deir el-Bahari, Luxor 23512 Egypt
Then journey onto the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatchepsuit also known as Deir el Bahari .Queen Hatchepsuit meaning Foremost of Noble Ladies was thought to have started the first Trading routes.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Colossi of Memnon, Thebes, Luxor Egypt
Carry on now to the Colossi of Memnon. The Colossi of Memnon are huge twin Statues made from blocks of quartzite sandstone. The Colossi was thought to have been guarding the entrance to Amenhotep Memorial Temple. The Colossi is one of the best places to take some fabulous photos. After your visits you will then be transferred to Luxor International Airport for your return to Cairo where you will be met and assisted at the airport then taken to your hotel.
Duration: 2 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Cairo
Day 7: Optional day to Alexandria
Pass By: Alexandria, Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate
Whilst you are in Cairo why not consider taking a trip to visit the wonderful city of Alexandria. Take in Pompey’s Pillar the only known free standing column.View the ruins of a Roman Temple.You will also have the opportunity to visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa one of the seven wonders of the Middle Ages.Then proceed onto Qaitbay Citadel. End on a visit to Bibliotheca Alexandrina. After this interesting visit you will be driven back in comfort and safety to your hotel in Cairo. There is also an option for a day trip to Sakkara, Dashure and Memphis.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Cairo
Day 8: Departure Cairo Cairo
Stop At: Cairo, Cairo, Cairo Governorate
After your Breakfast and check out from your Hotel your representative will meet you to transfer you to Cairo International Airport in safety and comfort for your final departure.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.