10 Days Amazing Egypt

Cairo International Airport, Egypt - Aswan International Airport, Egypt
  • Djoser Pyramid
  • Luxury Cruise Trip in the Nile
  • Saladin Citadel in Cairo
  • Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza

Details

10 Days | 8 Nights

Tour Types: Private
Runs:
Accommodation: 4* Hotels, Cruise
Minimum Age: 10

Tour Description


This 10-day Amazing Egypt tour is a comprehensive exploration of the country's most iconic destinations and cultural treasures. This immersive journey takes you on a captivating adventure through time, showcasing the rich heritage, ancient wonders, and vibrant culture of Egypt.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the enigmatic Great Pyramids of Giza.
  • Visit the majestic Sphinx that stands as a silent guardian.
  • Delve into the Valley of the Kings.
  • See the extensive collection of ancient artifacts in Egyptian Museum.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive in Cairo    

1 Stop

1

Cairo Airport

Ahlan Wa Sahlan – Welcome to Egypt! Proceed to your hotel in Cairo, check in and rest of the day is free for your leisure.

1 hour

4* Cairo Pyramids Hotel

Day 2
Pyramid - Sphinx – Djoser Pyramid    

2 Stops

1

Pyramids & Sphinx

Morning time, proceed to Giza Pyramids. Khufu's pyramid is the northernmost and largest of the three. In classical antiquity, it was considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and is the only one to have survived. Khephren's monument can be easily identified by the casing stones that still cling to its pointed top. The much smaller pyramid of Mycerinus had not been completed by the time of the king's death. The Great Sphinx is part of the funerary complex of Khephren.

3 hours

2

Djoser Pyramid

End the day with a visit to the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world's oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser.

1 hour

4* Cairo Pyramids Hotel
Breakfast

Day 3
Cairo City Tour – Cairo    

1 Stop

1

Cairo City

Start the day with a visit Egyptian museum of Antiquities, which houses the world’s largest, most precious, and rare collection of genuine artifacts, over 250,000 piece are displayed dating back to 5000 years including an exhibit of the treasure collection of king Tutankhamen that had been sealed in his tomb for more than 3500 years and undiscovered until the early 20th century. Then to Salah El Din Citadel, located on the spur of the Muqattam hills. It was the seat of government and home of almost all rulers of Egypt. Inside the citadel get the chance to visit the impressive Alabaster mosque of Mohamed Ali built in 1824. Continue to Coptic Museum where the largest collection of Coptic Christian artifacts in the world is displayed. End the day with a visit to the busy souq of Khan El Khalil. Back to the hotel and overnight.

5 hours

4* Cairo Pyramids Hotel
Breakfast

Day 4
Fly to Luxor – Luxor    

1 Stop

1

Luxor Airport

At a pre-arrange time transfer to Cairo airport to fly to Luxor. Luxor is located in the Upper Egypt, about 650km south of Cairo, flight from Cairo to Luxor lasts for about 1-hour. Upon arrival, proceed to your hotel, check in and rest of the day is free for your leisure.

1 hour

4* Iberotel Hotel Luxor
Breakfast

Day 5
Cruise Embarkation - Luxor East Bank – Nile Cruise    

3 Stops

1

Nile Cruise

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to your cruise for embarkation.

30 mins

2

Luxor & Karnak Temples

With your guide drive to the East Bank of Luxor. Proceed to the most important and most sacred of the sites, the Temple of Luxor. It was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well-known king Ramses II. The temple was conceived as a remote southern annex to the temple of Karnak, at about 3 km from it. Hence, it faces the Karnak Temple, and was connected to it by a long processional avenue, flanked by rows of sphinxes on either side. Have a wonderful tour to Karnak Temples, which are the largest structures ever build in the history of mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra, which is the melting pot of religion and politics.

3 hours

3

Nile Cruise

Return to your cruise for a ravishing dinner and overnight onboard.

1 hour

Crown Emperor Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 6
Luxor West Bank – Nile Cruise – Sail to Edfu    

4 Stops

1

Valley of the Kings

Today, continue the tour in Luxor. Visit the magnificent Valley of the Kings. The most concentration of royal tombs in Ancient Egypt. It is where cut in rocks tombs for 62 famous kings of the New Kingdom, all are highly decorated and filled with priceless artwork.

1 hour

2

Hatshepsut Temple

Continue to the Hatshepsut temple built and named after the powerful Queen Hatshepsut the only woman who ascended the throne of Egypt in ancient times. This temple is located at Deir el-Bahari, a steep cliff in the shape of a horseshoe forms a natural background to two monumental buildings standing side by side, each belonging to a different period.

1 hour

3

Colossi of Memnon

Transfer to Colossi of Memnon. The first monument one encounters on a visit to the west bank of Luxor is the site of the funerary temple of Amenhotep III. The temple itself has all but completely disappeared, but the colossal twin statues of the king, which once stood proudly in front of the entrance to the temple, are still there to greet the visitor.

1 hour

4

Nile Cruise

Back to the cruise at the end of tour, where your dinner awaits. Overnight on board and sail to Edfu.

1 hour

Crown Emperor Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 7
Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples – Nile Cruise – Sail to Aswan    

3 Stops

1

Edfu Temple

Breakfast on board. The tour begins by visiting the Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well-preserved temples in Egypt. It is also the repository of the most detailed legacy on matters of cult and temple function. You’ll have your lunch back on board the ship and sail on to Kom Ombo.

1 hour

2

Kom Ombo Temple

In the afternoon you will have time to explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, where you’ll learn about the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus, whose monuments decorate each half of the temple.

1 hour

3

Nile Cruise

After the tour you will get back to the ship and sail to Aswan. Enjoy a leisurely dinner on board and overnight.

1 hour

Crown Emperor Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 8
Aswan Visit – Nile Cruise    

4 Stops

1

High Dam

Visit to the High Dam of Aswan, Egypt's modern example of construction on a monumental scale. The controversial Aswan High Dam contains 18 times the amount of material used in the Great Pyramid of Khufu and created Lake Nasser, the world's largest artificial lake.

1 hour

2

Unfinished Obelisk

Transfer to visit the Unfinished Obelisk which still lies in its granite bed in the quarry, left behind because of a severe flaw in the stone.

1 hour

3

Philae Temple

Enjoy a marvellous tour to the Temple of Isis on the island of Philae which was famous during the Greco-Roman period. There you can see, in front of the first pylon, two granite lions. On the walls of the temple of Philae were inscribed the latest hieroglyphic and demotic inscriptions.

1 hour

4

Nile Cruise

Return to your cruise for the farewell dinner and overnight on board.

1 hour

Crown Emperor Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 9
Cruise Disembarkation – Aswan    

1 Stop

1

Aswan

Breakfast on board cruise and disembark. You have the option to add Abu Simbel tour or proceed directly to your hotel and just relax for the rest of the day.

1 hour

Citymax Hotel Aswan
Breakfast

Day 10
Aswan – Aswan Airport    

1 Stop

1

Aswan Airport

At a pre-arrange time transfer to Aswan airport for departure. Ma’a Salameh!

1 hour

Breakfast

Inclusions


  • Transfers in private, air-conditioned vehicle in Egypt.
  • Daily mineral water during excursions.
  • Entrance fees to mentioned sites.
  • Private Nile Cruise tour program with Sightseeing and English speaking guide.
  • 02 day tour in Cairo with a professional English speaking private tour guide.
  • 4x night accommodation of the Nile River Cruise on full board basis.
  • 1x night accommodation with breakfast in Aswan.
  • 1x night accommodation with breakfast in Luxor.
  • 3x night accommodation with breakfast in Cairo.
  • Airport transfer upon arrival and departure in Cairo and Luxor.
  • Meet & Assist at the airport in Cairo & Luxor.
  • Internet access to your mobile phone.

Exclusions


  •  International & Domestic Airfare.  
  •  Travel insurance.  
  •  Entrance fees to see the Pyramids from inside & the Tutankhamun Tomb in the Kings' Valley.  
  •  Departure taxes from airports International departure about 25 USD$ per person, Domestic depar-ture about 05 USD$ per person. 
  •  Meals and beverage not stated.  
  •  Tips, portage and private expenses.  
  •  Egypt Entry Visa.  

Practical Info


- The cruise schedule may be changed in sequence due to navigational circumstances; mentioned attractions will all be visited.
- The triple room in Egypt is a double room + extra bed or sofa bed.
- Official check in time at hotels 15:00 – check out time at hotels 12:00.
- Breakfast at hotels is served in the main restaurant.
- The driver/tour guide escorts you according to the booked itinerary, he is not 24/7 at your disposal. For any extra activity or extra use of vehicle, there is a supplement.
- In case of arrival or departure on different flights, there is a supplement for each extra transfer.
- All guides in Egypt is licensed by the Ministry of Tourism in Egypt and not part of our team.
- Passengers must hold a valid passport for 06 months after departure date from Egypt.
- Vaccinated passengers can only travel to Egypt 14 days after taking 2 doses of vaccine.
- All hotel room quoted in the price are all standard. We can give supplement for the upgrade of room if requested.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and depending on season pack sun protection.
- To respect the local culture please cover shoulders and knees.

How to Book this Tour


- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 15 days before tour start.
- Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 5% of the total price of the trip for cancellations from the date of booking until 41 days before departure.
• 50% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 40 to 15 days before departure.
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 14 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.
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