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Best of Egypt (10 Days / 9 Nights)
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Best of Egypt (10 Days / 9 Nights)
Experience the Best of Egypt on this 10-day, 9-night journey, exploring its most iconic landmarks and hidden treasures. Begin in Cairo, discovering the legendary Giza Pyramids, the ancient necropolis of Saqqara, and the priceless artifacts of the Egyptian Museum. Travel to Alexandria to visit the renowned Bibliotheca, the ancient Catacombs, and the beautiful Montaza Palace. Then, journey south to Luxor and Aswan, where you’ll explore the grand Karnak Temple, the sacred Philae Temple, and the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings. Conclude your adventure with a final night in Cairo, taking home unforgettable memories of Egypt’s rich history and culture.
Included/Excluded
- All applicable taxes and service charges
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide throughout the trip
- Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Domestic flight ticket (Cairo – Aswan & Luxor – Cairo)
- Meet and assist at the airport upon arrival and departure
- Accommodation for 4 nights in Cairo (including the last night) with breakfast
- Accommodation for 2 nights in Alexandria with breakfast
- Accommodation for 3 nights in Luxor & Aswan with breakfast
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any optional tours or personal expenses
- Entry visa to Egypt
- International flights
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Welcome to Egypt!
- Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport
- Transfer to hotel and check-in
- Free time to relax or explore at leisure
- Overnight in Cairo
Day 2: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Saqqara
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Guided tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure)
- Visit the Sphinx and the Valley Temple
- Explore Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s oldest pyramid
- Return to the hotel
- Overnight in Cairo
Day 3: Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit the world-famous Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of artifacts, including Tutankhamun’s treasures
- Explore Old Cairo, including the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and Amr Ibn Al-As Mosque
- Free time for shopping at Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- Return to the hotel
- Overnight in Cairo
Day 4: Transfer to Alexandria – Bibliotheca Alexandrina & Citadel
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Alexandria (approx. 3-hour drive)
- Visit the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a tribute to the ancient Library of Alexandria
- Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a blend of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman art
- Visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, a fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria
- Check-in at the hotel
- Overnight in Alexandria
Day 5: Montaza Palace & Corniche Walk – Return to Cairo
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Stroll through the lush gardens of Montaza Palace, a former royal residence
- Walk along the Corniche, Alexandria’s scenic coastal promenade
- Drive back to Cairo
- Check-in at the hotel
- Overnight in Cairo
Day 6: Flight to Aswan – Philae Temple & Nubian Village
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer to Cairo Airport for flight to Aswan
- Visit the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis
- Enjoy a relaxing felucca ride on the Nile around Elephantine Island
- Explore a traditional Nubian Village
- Check-in at the hotel
- Overnight in Aswan
Day 7: Transfer to Luxor – Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive from Aswan to Luxor, stopping at:
- Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek
- Edfu Temple, the best-preserved temple in Egypt, dedicated to Horus
- Continue to Luxor and check-in at the hotel
- Overnight in Luxor
Day 8: Karnak Temple & Valley of the Kings
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit the Karnak Temple, an immense temple complex dedicated to Amun-Ra
- Explore the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of ancient pharaohs, including Tutankhamun
- Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a magnificent mortuary temple
- Stop by the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III
- Transfer to Luxor Airport for flight back to Cairo
- Check-in at the hotel
- Overnight in Cairo
Day 9: Free Day in Cairo or Optional Tours
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Free time for shopping or optional tours (e.g., Saladin Citadel, Coptic Cairo, or a dinner cruise on the Nile)
- Return to the hotel
- Overnight in Cairo
Day 10: Departure from Cairo
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Free time for last-minute shopping or optional activities
- Transfer to Cairo International Airport for departure
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