Discover Egypt in this 12-day budget tour. Explore the highlights of the popular cities in Egypt such as Cairo, Hurghada, Luxor, and Aswan. Relax on the beaches of the Red Sea in Hurghada and discover its underwater world.
Highlights of the tour:
The Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx.
The fabulous contents of the Egyptian Museum.
The magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings.
Red Sea beaches and its underwater world.
The largest temple in the world, Karnak Temple.
The beautiful Philae Temple in Aswan.
The most intact Temple in Egypt of Horus in Edfu.
The first pyramid in the history of King Djoser at Saqqara.
Saladin Citadel and the White Mosque of Mohamed Ali.
The twin Temple of Horus and Sobek at Kom Ombo.
The unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut.
The majestic Luxor Temple.
Itinerary of the trip:
Day 1: Arrival in Egypt
Arrival at Cairo airport. Meet and assist by our representative who will help you through the arrival and visa regulations. Transfer to your hotel for free time.
Day 2: Your actual holiday begins right now.
Today, you will explore the Giza Plateau. Today’s tour includes the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure with the great Sphinx. The only ancient wonder which still exists (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Are you ready to explore it from the inside?
Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were built, and why they were built? Then on to the first pyramid in history, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara.
Day 3: Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, and Khan El Khalili
Today, you will explore the fabulous contents of the historical Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square in Cairo. Thousands of artifacts from all periods of Egyptian history are displayed on the two floors of the museum. Eye-catching items such as the golden treasure of Tutankhamen, the silver treasure of Psusennes I, the diorite statue of Khafre, and many other things are on view.
From the museum to the Citadel of the Sunni Muslim leader Saladin, built-in 1172 to defend Cairo against the Crusaders. The White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha is a prominent feature of the Citadel.
You finish your tour today at the historical bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East.
Day 4: Drive to Hurghada
After some days tours, you will enjoy some relaxation, so today, you will drive to the beautiful City of Hurghada on the Red Sea, where you can enjoy four days (4th to 7th day), the underwater life and activities of the Red Sea. Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Day 5: Hurghada
Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Day 6: Hurghada
Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Day 7: Drive to Luxor
After some days of relaxation in Hurghada, you are driving to Luxor. Upon arriving, you will check into your room and relax. After that, you are invited to explore the largest temple in the world, the Temple of Karnak, and the majestic Temple of Luxor. Both temples were dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Overnight is in Luxor.
Day 8: Kings Valley, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon
Today, you will explore the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings. The pharaohs during the New Kingdom ceased building pyramids and cut their tombs deep in the mountain trying to hide them from the grave robbers. There are 65 tombs at the Valley of the Kings, and your guide will recommend the best 3 tombs of the opened ones to visit. From the magnificent Valley of the Kings to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut who ruled as solo pharaoh for about 20 years. You end your tour at the giant Colossi of Memnon which survives from the temple of pharaoh Amenhotep III. Back to your hotel for a free evening.
Day 9: Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples
Drive to the beautiful city of Aswan. On your way, you will visit the most intact Temple in Egypt of Horus at Edfu. Then Drive to explore the twin Temple of Horus and Sobek together with the Crocodile Museum at Kom Ombo.
Transfer to your hotel in Aswan.
Day 10: Aswan Tour
Welcome to the lovely City of Aswan. Your tour today includes the High Dam, the largest engineering project in the 1960s, the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk, and the awesome Temple of Philae.
Transfer to Aswan railway to board your seated train to Cairo.
Day 11: Free day in Cairo
Transfer from Giza railway to your hotel. Free day in Cairo.
Day 12: Fly home
Transfer to Cairo airport for final departure. It is really sad to leave so ask our guides about your next adventure in Egypt.
Price includes:
All transfers as per itinerary.
3-star hotel in Cairo on Bed and Breakfast basis.
3-star hotel in Hurghada on Bed and Breakfast basis.
3-star hotel in Luxor on Bed and Breakfast basis.
3-star hotel in Aswan on Bed and Breakfast basis.
Hotel pick up and drop off.
Seated train from Aswan to Cairo.
Entrance fees as per itinerary.
Licensed tour guides.
Price excludes:
International flights.
Arrival visa.
Gratuities.
Meals and drinks when not included.
Any sight or tour when not included.
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