Enjoy Nile Cruise Tour , Aswan & Luxor

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10 Days 9 nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

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15 people

About this tour

Embark on a 10-day journey through the heart of ancient Egypt, immersing yourself in the rich history and culture of the land of the pharaohs. Explore the iconic cities of Cairo, Alexandria, Aswan, and Luxor, on a Nile Cruise, marveling at the awe-inspiring monuments that have stood the test of time. Cruise along the majestic Nile River, witnessing the breathtaking scenery and experiencing the tranquility of its waters.

Pyramids
Saqqara
Catacombs at Kom El Shoukafa
Bibliotheca
Valley of kings
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak Temple
Edfu temple
Egyptian Museum
Khan EL Khalili

Arrival at Cairo airport. Our representative will welcome you and assist you with passport control formalities, baggage identification and porterage. Transfer by private air-conditioned car to your hotel and overnight at your hotel in Cairo

-Overnight in Cairo hotel.

Meals : Welcome Drink

After enjoying your Breakfast in your hotel in Cairo.

 

Witness: Giza Pyramids (the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaure):

One of the most mysterious seven wonders of the ancient world (and the only one that still exists.)

-Pyramid of Khufu:

The construction of the pyramid dates from approximately the year 2560 BC, when it was built as a tomb for the pharaoh khufu, and its construction continued over a period of 20 years.

– Pyramid of Khafre

It is one of the pyramids of Giza in Egypt. it is built by King Khafre. Lower in height than his father’s pyramid (Khufu), it is built on an area of ​​215 square meters and has two entrances on the northern side. It still retains some of its outer covering at the top.

-Pyramid of Menkaure

It is the smallest of the three main pyramids of the giza pyramid complex located on the Giza plateau in the southwestern suburbs of cairo, egypt. It is believed to have been built to serve as a tomb for the Egyptian pharaoh Mykarenus.

Then proceeding to witness: Sphinx

Known in Arabic as Abu Al Hol (Father of Terror), this sculpture of a man with the haunches of a lion was dubbed the Sphinx by the ancient Greeks because it resembled their mythical winged monster that set riddles and killed anyone unable to answer them.

Then we will move to the valley temple of king Khafre

That was the mortuary temple of king Khafre and his family members. It is considered one of the wellpreserved temples in Egypt.

Then proceeding to witness: Saqqara (Step Pyramid)

Covering a 7km stretch of the Western Desert, Saqqara, the huge cemetery of ancient Memphis, was an active burial ground for more than 3500 years and is Egypt’s largest archaeological site. The necropolis is situated high above the Nile Valley’s cultivation area, and is the final resting place for deceased pharaohs and their families, administrators, generals and sacred animals. The name Saqqara is most likely derived from Sokar, the Memphite god of the dead.

 

– Included Meals: Breakfast.

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your Cairo hotel by your guide and drive to Alexandria. The trip to Alexandria will take about 3 hours with a stop half way to rest. When reaching Alexandria, you will start your tour by visiting the old quarter of the city which includes the underground tunnels known as the Catacombs at Kom el Shoqafa; You will then proceed to visit The Pompey’s Pillar, built at the ancient Acropolis of Alexandria. Now, it is time for a break for lunch (fish) and after lunch you will continue your tour to visit Qaitbey fortress, here once the ancient Light House (One of the seven wonders of the ancient world) stood.   Then you will enjoy visiting El Mamura Beach also taking amazing photos on Stanley Bridge. Afterwards you will visit the Library of Alexandria known as Bibliotheca Alexandrina (outside view), drive back to your Cairo hotel.

-Overnight in Cairo hotel.

-Meals: Breakfast at Cairo hotel.

Pick up from your hotel in Cairo to transfer to Cairo airport to catch your domestic flight to Luxor.

The Valley of the Kings

also known as the “Valley of the Gates of the Kings” in Egypt, it was used for 500 years in the period between the 16th and 11th centuries BC. to build tombs for the pharaohs and nobles of the modern state.

The Temple of Hatshepsut

The Temple of Hatshepsut or Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is an Eighteenth Dynasty temple of Egypt and the best remaining temples were built about 3,500 years ago in Deir el-Bahari, Egypt

The Colossi of Memnon

The Colossi of Memnon are two huge statues that were built around the year 1350 BC, and are all that remains of a temple in memory of the pharaoh (Amenhotep III), located in western Thebes, Egypt. They belong to King Amenhotep III, one of the kings of the 18th dynasty, which is the strongest ruling family in the history of ancient Egypt.

-Overnight on board the Nile Cruise.

-Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the morning after breakfast on board you will continue your Luxor tour, visiting

Luxor Temple

Luxor Temple is a sign of ancient Egyptian civilization, and is a monument of great beauty in the heart of the modern city of Luxor. Although dozens of centuries have passed since its construction, it remains a witness to the greatness of a civilization that did not disappear, and today it is classified as one of the best preserved Egyptian temples and the most beautiful building, and in it the Egyptian temple plan is evident and clearer. One of the inner chambers contains a group of scenes known as Divine Birth Scenes, as it tells the story of King Amenhotep III’s lineage with the idol Amun-Ra himself.

Then proceed to witness Karnak Temple

Karnak is an extraordinary complex of sanctuaries, kiosks, pylons and obelisks dedicated to the Theban triad but also to the greater glory of pharaohs. The site covers more than 2 sq km; it’s large enough to contain about 10 cathedrals. At its heart is the Temple of Amun, the earthly ‘home’ of the local god. Built, added to, dismantled, restored, enlarged and decorated over nearly 1500 years, Karnak was the most important place of worship in Egypt during the New Kingdom.

 

Afternoon, sailing towards Edfu

-Overnight on board of Nile Cruise.

-Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast on board, you will enjoy visiting Edfu Temple by horse carriage,

Temple of Edfu ( by horse caredge)

 

The Temple of Horus in Edfu, an ancient place dedicated to the cult of the son of Osiris and Isis, the falcon god, is one of the best preserved temples in all of Egypt.

The Temple of Horus, also known as Edfu, is located in the center of the city of the same name. Located 100 km from Luxor and 130 km from Aswan, it is an obligatory point of passage due to its extraordinary historical and architectural importance during a cruise on the Nile.

The Temple of Kom Ombo

 

Kom Ombo Temple is located in Kom Ombo, Aswan Governorate in southern Egypt. The temple was founded during the reign of Ptolemy VI to worship the gods Sobek and Horus. The walls of this temple were decorated with intimate Egyptian decoration, characterized by the accuracy of its workmanship, the good harmony and the beauty of the balance between the characters of its scenes and the surrounding hieroglyphic inscriptions which complement these scenes.

 

. This is due to the fact that is dedicated to two gods, and then continue your sailing to Aswan.

 

-Overnight on board.

 

-Meals: breakfast, lunch, Dinner

After breakfast on board, you will start your unforgettable visit to the amazing Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.

Philae Temple

Philae Temple This temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, which was flooded by the waters of the Nile, is considered the temple of love and was divided and reassembled in a new location on the island of Egilika, about 500 meters from its original location on the island of Philae. Its buildings include the Temple of Hathor, and the visitor can watch the sound and light show at night, which is presented in several languages.

 

-Overnight on board of Nile Cruise.

-Meals Plan: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner

You have a chance to visit Abu Simbel temple by Air-conditioned car, Breakfast served in the hotel and check out from Nile Cruise .

Then Our representative will accompany you to the airport to transfer to Cairo by your flight.

-Overnight in Cairo hotel

 

-Meals Plan: Breakfast

in the morning you will be escorted by your guide to enjoying a Cairo city tour to visit the Egyptian museum which contains the treasures of the ancient Egyptian civilization. And then Visit Ibn Tulun, Sultan Hassan & Refaay Mosques, the oldest mosques in Egypt as well as the whole of Africa surviving in its full original form.   And enjoy walking at Khan EL Khalili.

 

-Overnight in Cairo hotel.

 

-Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Cairo airport for final departure, end of our Travel Services.

Meals: Breakfast.

  • All transfers as mentioned in the itinerary by comfortable modern air-conditioned vehicle in private
  • 06 nights at 4 stars Cairo hotel(B.B)
  • 04 nights at 5 stars Nile cruise(F.B)
  • Domestic Flights 2 ways
  • Breakfast in Cairo
  • Breakfast, lunch in Alexandria
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board Nile cruise
  • Tourism Permission
  • Domestic flight 2 ways (Cairo – Luxor/ Aswan – Cairo)ourism Permission
  • Transfer to Abu Simbel by private air-conditioned car
  • All pick up and drop off services
  • All tours as mentioned in the itinerary
  • All tours are private
  • All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • All taxes and charges
  • Visa entry
  • Tips
  • Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses
  • All entrance fees to all sites as mentioned in the itinerary

 

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