Egypt: Overland Tour Cairo, Aswan, Luxor and Red Sea

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival Cairo

Welcome to our beloved country Egypt! Arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will meet you at the airport reception and assistance to get the visa, pass passport control, and transfer to the selected hotel. 
Overnight: Cairo

Day 2: Cairo

Morning after breakfast, get ready to experience the icons of ancient Egypt, with Egyptologist tour guide on an excursion to the Giza Pyramid Complex, where you can see the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaure, and the Great Sphinx. The pyramids are the only remaining wonders of the ancient world. Leaving the Pyramids of Giza, we stop at a government supervised papyrus emporium where you can buy genuine papyrus at quite reasonable prices.
Continuing to the necropolis of Saqqara to explore the myriad tombs and the unique step pyramid of Zoser. This fascinating landmark was the first-ever pyramid and is constructed of six tombs built on top of each other. The rest of the day is free to relax or discover the pyramids area at night in the presence of Sound & Light Show (optional excursion).
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

It’s time to explore the famous Nile River. 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, 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 to discover the West Bank of the Nile, visit the world-famous Valley of the Kings, explore some of the incredible tombs of the New Kingdom Pharaohs including Tutankhamun.
Next, enjoy a visit to the Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir El Bahary), the mortuary temple of the only Pharaoh Queen that ruled Egypt. Complete your day by marveling at the great Colossi of Memnon, the last remains of Amenophis III’s temple. Finally board an air-conditioned private 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

Breakfast. Make the most of a free day at this beautiful Egyptian resort on the coast! The resort in Hurghada offers a large swimming pool complex, long sandy beaches and all-inclusive food and drink.
Alternatively, choose to take part in any number of activities, like full-day snorkeling, scuba diving or safari excursions.
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

– Tour: 9 Days
– Group: Private Tour

INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSION

Included:
– 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.
Excluded:
– Gratuities.
-International flights and visa.
– Entrance fees for sightseeing:
01- Pyramids: 360 LE
02- Egyptian Museum: 300 LE
03- Sakkara: 300 LE
04- High Dam: 200 LE
05- Philae Temple: 300 LE
06- Kom Ombo Temple: 240 LE
07- Edfu Temple: 300 LE
08- Karnak Temple: 300 LE
09- Luxor Temple: 260 LE
10- Valley of the King: 400 LE
11- Hatshepsut Temple: 240 LE

ADDITIONAL INFO

– Not wheelchair accessible.
– Children must be accompanied by an adult.
– Most travelers can participate.

CANCELLATION POLICY

– For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the – tour’s start time.
– Cut-off times are based on the tour’s local time.
– This tour requires good weather. If your tour is canceled due to inclement weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.