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10 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel (Archaeology Lovers)

10 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel (Archaeology Lovers)

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10 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel (Archaeology Lovers)

10 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Visiting: Cairo, Giza District, Luxor, Aswan

Tour operator:

Upper Egypt Tours

Tour code:

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 7

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

1-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, JainMeat, Vegans, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Trip Styles:

Active, Cruise, Luxury

Interests:

Cultural, History

From:

$1765

$1264 Operator discount: -$441 Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$60 -28%

NB: Prices correct on 21-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

10 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel (Archaeology Lovers) 10 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel (Archaeology Lovers) 10 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel (Archaeology Lovers) 10 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel (Archaeology Lovers) 10 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel (Archaeology Lovers) 10 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel (Archaeology Lovers)

Highlights

Sakkara
Mastaba of Ti
the Bent Pyramid of Dashsur.
the Red Pyramid
the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Cairo pyramids hotel or Simlear

Meals Included: No Meals

Arrival to Cairo airport, Upon you arrival you will find our representative waiting you with the sign of Ramasside tours, then you will be transferred by A/C car to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2 : Pyramids Of Giza, Sakkara, Memphis And Dahshur

Location: Giza District

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Cairo pyramids hotel or Simlear

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast. Start your tour to The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus, then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates back to the time of Chephren, visit the Valley Temple of the pyramids & many outstanding photo stops.

Move to visit Sakkara, Memphis, and Dahshur, First of all you will visit Sakkara and the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Sakkara which dating back to 2600 BC under the 3rd Dynasty, it’s considered the oldest stone structure and it was built for the king Djoser. In the same area is located Imhotep temple and Mastaba of Ti.

Proceed to visit Memphis which was the Capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdome and the first Capital of Egypt, and see the Statue of Ramses II at Memphis

On your way to the south you will visit the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid of Dashsur.

(Optional) Evening trip to attend the Sound & Light show in the Pyramids area.

Overnight in Cairo.

Day 3 : Grand Egyptian Museum & Markets Tour

Location: Cairo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Cairo pyramids hotel or Simlear

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast.Breakfast. Start your tour visiting The Grand Egyptian Musuem . Arrive at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) Complex early in the morning. Start your day by exploring the exterior gardens surrounding the museum. Take in the scenic views and appreciate the architectural beauty of the building. Spend some time in the commercial area, where you can shop for souvenirs and enjoy a quick breakfast or coffee at one of the cafes. Enter the Grand Hall, the main entrance area of the museum.

Admire the grandeur of the hall and take in the informative displays and exhibits that provide an overview of the museum's history and significance. Engage with any interactive activities or presentations available in the Grand Hall to enhance your understanding of Egypt's rich cultural heritage. Afternoon:. Join a guided tour of the limited-access areas of the museum. Follow the knowledgeable guide as they provide insights into the museum's layout, design, and preparations for the official opening.

Late Afternoon. Before leaving, make sure to revisit the commercial area for any last-minute shopping or souvenir purchases. Take a final stroll through the exterior gardens, capturing any remaining photo opportunities and cherishing the serene ambiance. Remember, this itinerary is designed for the current limited-access tours available before the official opening. Stay updated with official announcements to learn about the full opening date and the opportunity to explore the complete interior spaces of the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Trial phase Tour, includes:

Hanging Obelisk

Ramses II Statue

10 Statues of Senusert

Grand staircase

Ptolemaic King and queen

Victory columns

Royal Regalia

Grand Atrium and Gift shop

Commercial Boulevard

Then move to the markets and bazaars where you can buy souvenirs. Then go to Khan El Khalili old Bazaar .

Transfer back to your hotel
Overnight in Cairo.

Day 4 : Luxor East Bank

Location: Luxor

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Luxor 4 star hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast. Transfer to the domestic airport. Departure by the plane to Luxor. Arrival and transfer to visit The Temple of Karnak & the Temple of Luxor.

Excursion to the Luxor Temple to see its courtyard and the granite statues of Ramses the Great Proceed by bus to Karnak, which is a serious of temples built in different reigns.

Starting by the Avenue of Sphinxes visit the Unfinished Propylon, the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic columns, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis III, the temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus designs, the Granite Scarbeus of Amenophis III and the Sacred Lake.

Then move to visit Luxor Museum. After that transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in Luxor.

Day 5 : Luxor West Bank

Location: Luxor

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Luxor hotel 4 star

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast. Start your tour visiting Valley of the Kings, the magnificence of the grandeur of architecture which was used for burial, there are many kings buried in this valley. You will visit 3 tombs excluding Tomb of King Tutankhamun.

Move on to enjoy the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, who ruled Egypt about 20 years during the 18th Dynasty (approximately from 1490 to 1469 B.C), the only pharaonic woman who reigned ancient Egypt.

Then move to visit the tombs of the Nobles and the Ramasseum.

After that move to visit the Valley of the Queens.

You will stop by the Colossi of Memnon for about 15 minutes, and also at the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.

Transfer back to your hotel.
Overnight in Luxor.

Day Tour To Abydos & Dendera

Location: Luxor

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Luxor hotel 4 star

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast. First, visit Abydos, the ancient Egyptian believed of god (Lord of the underworld) to be buried there. The temple was built by King Seti I, and completed by King Ramsess II, known as temple of Seti I. It is located in Abydos city about 420 km to the south of Cairo in Sohag Government, and 135 km from Luxor . The paintings of the Gods and Pharaohs on the walls of the Osiris Temple at Abydos are among the most beautifully preserved in Egypt.

Then continue to Dendera to visit the Temple of Hathor, goddess of love and joy.The temple is located in Dendera which is situated at the north of Luxor .

Transfer back to your hotel.
Overnight in Luxor.

Day 7 : Edfu, Kom Ombo – Aswan

Location: Aswan

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Aswan 4 star hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast. Drive to Edfu, you will be transferred to visit the majestic temple dedicated to Horus which is considered by most to be the best preserved cult temple in Egypt.

According to the Egyptian myths, it was the place where the falcon-headed god Horus revenged the murder of his father Osiris by killing Seth.

Then transfer to see to the Temple of Kom Ombo standing on high grounds overlooking the Nile. It differs from other temples because of its double entrance, each one is dedicated to divinity: “Haroeris” with his falcon head and ” Sobek ” with his crocodile head.

The Temple of Kom Ombo was built on the honor of two deities the crocodile-headed Sobek, god of fertility and creator of the world, and Haroeris or the ancient falcon-headed Horus. Also, Kom Ombo’s importance lies in its huge sugar-cane.

Then move to your hotel in Aswan.
Overnight in Aswan.

Day 8 : Abu Simbel

Location: Aswan

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Aswan hotel 4 star

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast. Departure to visit the Temple of Abu Simbel, The colossal Temple of Abu Simbel built by Ramses II (XIXth. Dynasty) and lately saved from inundation of the Nile waters in among the glories of ancient Egyptian monuments.

The temples were built out of a sandstone rock cliff, and representation of the deities to which each was dedicated is carved on its huge façade. Nearby, also saved, lies the small Temple of the King’s wife Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. Back to Aswan.
Overnight in Aswan.

Day 9 : High Dam, Philae Temple & Unfinished Obelisk - Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Cairo pyramids hotel or Simlear

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast. Start your tour to the High Dam, an engineering miracle built in 1960 protecting Egypt from annual floods from the Nile.

Proceed to visit the Unfinished Obelisk which shows the techniques used by the ancient Egyptians to cut obelisks. Most probably this obelisk belongs to Queen Hatshepsut, one of the rulers of the 18th dynasty and the royal wife of king Tuthmosis II. This queen was the owner of Al Deir El-Bahari temple in the eastern bank of Luxor. Also there is an opinion said that it belongs to Queen
Nefertiti.

Then onto the majestic Philae Temple which was built on the honor of goddess Isis the chief deity of the island.

Transfer to Aswan airport and departure by plane to Cairo. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo.

Day 10 : Departure

Location: Cairo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you at the airport through final departure formalities.

What's Included

4 Nights hotel accommodation in Cairo on Bed & Breakfast basis
3 Nights hotel accommodation in Luxor on Bed & Breakfast basis
2 Nights hotel accommodation in Aswan on Bed & Breakfast basis
1 Day tour in Cairo visiting Giza Pyramids, Sakkara & Dahshur
1 Day tour in Cairo visiting Grand Egyptian Museum & Khan El Khalili
1 Day tour in Luxor visiting The East Bank
1 Day tour in Luxor visiting The West Bank
1 Day tour visiting Abydos & Dendera
1 Day tour visiting Edfu & Kom Ombo
1 Day tour visiting Abu Simbel
1 Day tour in Aswan visiting Philae temple, Unfinished Obelisk & High Dam
Pickup and drop off services
All transfers by modern AC Car
Expert Egyptology English speaking tour guide
All entry fees to all the mentioned sites
Domestic flights: Cairo / Luxor – Aswan / Cairo.
All taxes and charges

What's Not Included

Visa Entry for Egypt.(We can provide you with your visa upon arrival at your request)
International Flights.
Personal items.
Tipping.

Check out our Q&As

Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

Yes
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You have the option of canceling 48 hours prior to start of tour. Another option is to email 48 hours before tour starts through TourHub to inform us of the new dates you will need.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

All tours are private to you. The only exception is the Nile cruise which will be a small group.

Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

All accommodations that are booked are regulated under the Ministry of Tourism. The Ministry of Tourism is the government agency in charge of making sure that accommodations are following the health and safety regulations established in Egypt.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Tori J

Great tour guide!

03-Dec-2023

An excellent tour where you get to see a lot in a short time. Very well organised, everything was seamless and extremely enjoyable. Ash was a great tour guide! Couldn’t recommend this tour enough!

Maureen

excellent tour

02-Dec-2023

An excellent tour where you get to see a lot in a short time. Very well organised, everything was seamless and extremely enjoyable. Ash was a great tour guide! Couldn’t recommend this tour enough!

Emma

I would highly recommend to anyone!

01-Dec-2023

Meena and Timeless Tours made an unforgettable experience for our time in Egypt! Super knowledgeable, professional, organized, and fun! I would highly recommend to anyone!

Thirmala

Amazing 👏

01-Dec-2023

I will definitely promote this cruise. We saw everything we wanted

Larcy

Amazing trip!

24-Nov-2023

Though this trip is quite hot as expected because it's Egypt overall, I really enjoyed the tour. Awesome! Our tour guide, George Basher was fantastic! He took care for all of us, very attentive and true to his job! He explained excellently the history of each trip..from pyramids, to temples, the pharaohs, the kings..etc..etc.. Splendid!! I would highly recommend this trip !

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