Egypt: Overland Tour Cairo, Aswan, Luxor and Red Sea – 9 Days

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival Cairo

Welcome to our loved country, Egypt! Arriving at Cairo International Airport, our representative will meet you at the airport reception and assist you in obtaining your visa, passing passport control and transferring to your chosen hotel.
Overnight: Cairo

Day 2: Cairo

Morning, after breakfast, get ready to explore the symbols of Ancient Egypt with your Egyptologist guide on a tour to the Giza pyramid complex, where you can see the Great Pyramids Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure and the Great Sphinx. The pyramids are the only remaining wonders of the ancient world.
After leaving the Giza Pyramids, we stop at a government-supervised papyrus shop where you can buy real papyrus at a very reasonable price.
Then Continue to the Saqqara necropolis to explore Zoser’s numerous tombs and unique step pyramid. This fascinating monument is the first pyramid and is made up of six stacked tombs. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore the pyramid site in the evening with a Sound and Light Show (optional tour).
Overnight: Cairo | Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Cairo – Aswan

You will start flight from Cairo to Aswan early morning. Arrive with time to freshen up at the Aswan hotel before begins to visit the High Dam of Aswan, where your tour guide will explain how the construction of the dam and subsequent creation of Lake Nasser required the relocation of the Nubian people and several important historical monuments, including Abu Simbel, which you have the opportunity to visit tomorrow (optional excursion).
Afterwards, take a short boat trip to Agilkia Island to explore the Philae Temple which is dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Overnight: Aswan | Meals: Breakfast

Day 4: Aswan

Early morning, enjoy the opportunity to join the optional excursion to the temples of Abu Simbel, two massive temples in southern Egypt. Those iconic temples were carved out of the mountainside withinside the thirteenth century BC, at some stage in the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II.
Or explore the famous Nile River. After breakfast, sailing in the Nile by felucca to enjoy the Botanical Garden.
Choose to enjoy a traditional dinner in a Nubian house on tonight’s (optional excursion).
Overnight: Aswan | Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Aswan – Edfu – Kom Ombo – Luxor

Breakfast at your hotel, travelling to the city of Luxor by vehicle for more exploration of the grand monuments of ancient Thebes!! On the way you will discover of the Kom Ombo Temple, a unique “double” temple and Edfu Temple, then you arrive to Luxor to explore the East Bank of the Nile, you will start at the immense Karnak Temple Complex, which is dedicated to the Egyptian gods Amun, Mut and Montu, before you are visiting the Temple of Luxor and wandering down the famous Avenue of Sphinxes.
Overnight: Luxor | Meals: Breakfast

Day 6: Luxor – Hurghada

Breakfast, start exploring the West Bank of the Nile, visit the famous Valley of the Kings, explore some of the incredible tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs including Tutankhamun.
Next, enjoy a visit to the Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir El Bahari), the funerary temple of the only pharaoh queen to rule Egypt. End your day by admiring the colossal statue of Memnon, the final monument of the temple of Amenhotep III. Finally, board a private air-conditioned vehicle and travel to Hurghada on the Red Sea coast for a two-night stay at an all-inclusive resort.
Overnight: Hurghada | Meals: Breakfast / Dinner

Day 7: Hurghada

After breakfast. Make the maximum of a free day at this lovely Egyptian resort at the coast! The Hurghada resort has a large pool complex, long sandy beaches and all-inclusive dining options. You can also choose to participate in a number of activities, such as full-day snorkeling, scuba diving or safari.
Overnight: Hurghada | Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 8: Hurghada – Cairo

After some rest and relaxation, early morning hop aboard to the private vehicle and travel back to Cairo. Arrive at Cairo hotel, check-in and freshen up before heading out to explore the Egyptian Museum to learn more about the country’s incredible ancient history, then we take a tour on the old city of Cairo, do the experiment at Khan El Khalili, a buzzing bazaar crammed full of souvenir shops, cafés and shisha corner.
Overnight: Cairo | Meals: Breakfast

Day 9: Departure Cairo

Morning, you get your breakfast at Cairo Hotel, then transfer to Cairo International Airport. At the end of your trip, Pharaohs Tours wishes you a safe journey home and welcomes you when you return again very soon on a new Egyptian adventure.
Meals: Breakfast

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– Schedule: Everyday
– Duration: 9 Days | 8 Nights
– Types: Private

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INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSION

Included:
– Meet & assist at Cairo Airport.
– 7 nights at 4-star hotel accommodation.
– 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunches, 2 Dinners (Vegetarian options available for all meals on request).
– Modern air-conditioned private vehicle.
– Internal flight from Cairo to Aswan.
– Qualified Egyptologist guide.
– All service charges and taxes.
Excluded:
– International flights and Entry visa Egypt.
– Travel insurance.
– Gratuities.
– Entrance fees for sightseeing:
01- Pyramids: Adult 540 LE – Child 270 LE
02- Egyptian Museum: Adult 450 LE – Child 230 LE
03- Sakkara: Adult 450 LE – Child 230 LE
04- High Dam: Adult 300 LE – Child 300 LE
05- Philae Temple: Adult 450 LE – Child 230 LE
06- Kom Ombo Temple: Adult 360 LE – Child 180 LE
07- Edfu Temple: Adult 450 LE – Child 230 LE
08- Karnak Temple: Adult 450 LE – Child 230 LE
09- Luxor Temple: Adult 400 LE – Child 200 LE
10- Valley of the King: Adult 600 LE – Child 300 LE
11- Hatshepsut Temple: Adult 360 LE – Child 180 LE

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CHILDREN POLICY

– 00:00 – 05.99 Free
– 06:00 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
– 12+: Pay full tour price
– If your tour includes domestic airfare, an extra charge for the child rate may apply.
– Will pay the Child price of the trip to our representative at the beginning of the tour.

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ADDITIONAL INFO

– Not wheelchair accessible.
– Wear comfortable walking shoes and sun protection is recommended.
– The entry visa to Egypt costs for non-restricted nationalities 25 $USD per person upon arrival.
– Prices are upon request for the period 23 December to 08 January (Christmas & New Year), 16 to 25 Apr (Easter).

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CANCELLATION POLICY

You can cancel up to 24 hours before your experience for a full refund.
– To receive a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before your experience begins.
– If you cancel less than 24 hours before your experience starts, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
– Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience start time will not be accepted.
– The time limit is calculated according to the local time of the experiment.