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12 Days Exceptional Tour in Egypt

Enjoy 12 days exceptional tour in Egypt to explore the best attractions such as the Giza pyramids, Karnak & Abu Simbel temples, and much more.

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Enjoy 12 days exceptional tour in Egypt to explore the best attractions such as the Giza pyramids, Karnak & Abu Simbel temples, and much more.

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Your itinerary

Day 1: Arrival to Egypt / Start Your Vacation

Start from Cairo International Airport and once you arrive, our company delegate will be your companion step by step till you complete your arrival procedures and the official formalities then we will transfer you to the 5* hotel by a private deluxe A/C vehicle to check in and relax. Dinner Time At night, the best atmospheric dinner cruise on the Nile River will be waiting for you among some of the captivating mesmerizing traditional shows and the local belly dancing and Tannura spin.

Day 2: Giza Pyramids & Museum Tour

After having breakfast, you will be accompanied by your private tour guide in a modern air-conditioned vehicle to visit: Giza Pyramids Complex Giza Complex was greatly established during the reign of the 4 th dynasty, and the site is decorated by three significant iconic pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure. It is a golden masterpiece that stood the test of time and became the symbol of the mythical powers and grantees of the entire ancient Egyptian civilization.

Day 3: Travel to Fayoum and El Minya

In the very early morning, we will pick you up from your hotel in a private air-conditioned car and drive you around 60 km away from Cairo: Faiyum Once you arrive, your professional tour guide will take you to visit Lake Qaroun ; the first natural lake in the world which covers around 53,000 acres of Fayoum Down. Then, you will move to the National Park of Wadi Rayan and enjoy Fayoum Water Falls , Gabal El Modawara, and Wales Cemetery.

Day 4: Explore El Minya Highlights

After breakfast, you will be taken to the: Tuna El Gabal The heavenly Necropolis of Tuna El Gabal is an ancient Egyptian archeological site that was known to be the biggest town in the city which dates from the New Kingdom to the Roman Period that includes a number of glorious tombs such as the tomb of the priest Pet-Osiris, Ibis Catacombs, and Isadora Tomb which dates back to the 2nd century AD.

Day 5: Witness Tel Al Amarna and Assuit

After having your breakfast, you will be accompanied by your Egyptologist to visit: Tel Al Amarna An archeological site that extends across the desert on the shore of the Nile River which includes the legacy and treasures of the city erected by Akhenaton and his wife Queen Nefertiti and you will enjoy the royal tombs and the spectacular temples and palaces.

Day 6: Visit Dendara & Abydos Temple

Have breakfast then you will be guided by a private air-conditioned vehicle to visit: Abydos Temple Abydos Temple is one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt which is dedicated to Pharaoh Seti I (1290 BC - 1279 BC). The temple was constructed by Seti I and it was completed by his son Ramses II. Just like Muslims wish to perform the pilgrimage at Mecca at least once in their life, also the ancient Egyptians wish to visit Abydos Temple which was related to the entrance into the afterlife. Across the walls of the temple is the Abydos king List which holds the chronological names of Pharaohs from Menes to Ramsess I.

Day 7: Start Nile Cruise/ Visit Karnak & Luxor Temple

Breakfast then you will start your Nile cruise trip from Luxor by visiting the best-renowned attractions in Luxor East Bank including: Karnak Temple Karnak Complex is one of Ancient Egypt's holiest religious sites which was established created between 1971 BC and 30 BC. Every pharaoh had made special additions to the complex during his ruling time. The complex has a grand procession entrance which is known as the "Avenue of Sphinxes" and there is also the magical hypostyle hall.

Day 8: Explore Highlights of West Bank

Your personal Egyptologist will pick you up in a deluxe air-conditioned car after breakfast to visit Luxor West Bank: Valley of the Kings Valley of the Kings is a huge grave site and it's one of Egypt's finest attractions along the west bank of the Nile River. The site was largely used for burial from 1539 to 1075 BC. More than 60 tombs for different kings and pharaohs of the 17 th and 18 th dynasties were discovered in the region which belong to Rameses II, Seti I, Amenhotep I, Tutankhamun, Hatshepsut, and many more. The tombs inside the valley were wonderfully decorated and ornamented by the craftsmen of Deir El Medina as a preparation for the afterlife world.

Day 9: Edfu and Kom Ombo Trip

Upon arrival at Edfu, you will start your trip by horse carriage with your personal Egyptologist to visit: Edfu Temple This Ptolemaic monument is the most inspiring temple which was constructed between 237 and 57 BC. Edfu Temple is devoted to Horus, the avenging son of Isis and Osiris. The grandeur of the temple is associated with its case because the building is still well preserved with all of its decorations and ornaments.

Day 10: Trip to Abu Simbel Temples

Have an early departure with breakfast boxes to join your personal tour guide and we will drive you by a private A/C vehicle to Abu Simbel to visit: Abu Simbel Temples The legendary two temples of Abu Simbel are just like an unbelievable miracle which are located at the ending point of Upper Egypt across the southern borders. The site was erected by Pharaoh Ramses the Great (1279-1213 BC) between 1264 BC and 1244 BC. The artwork found on the temple shows the winning of the epic Kadesh battle in 1247 BC which ended in the signing of the first-ever documented peace treaty in history. The whole site was named " Temple by Ramses, Beloved by Amun ". The primary function of building the major temple of Ramses II is to commemorate the victory of the king in his wars and the other small temple was constructed to honor his own beloved Queen Nefertari .

Day 11: Tour to Best of Aswan

Check out after breakfast then you will head to the best of Aswan historical landmarks with your professional tour guide including: Aswan High Dam Aswan High Dam was the first step for Egyptians to enter the industrial age and control the Nile flood in addition to having a new source of wealth and power. The dam is 111 meters high, 3830 meters long and 980 meters wide and it had six turbines producing approximately 2.1 million kilowatts.

Day 12: Final Departure & Fly to Home

Check out then we will transfer you to Cairo International Airport to catch the flight back home and end your package trip. Meals Breakfast

The details

What is included

Included

  • Accommodation 3 nights at 5* hotel in Cairo on Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • Accommodation 2 nights at A Private hotel in El Minya on Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • Accommodation 1 night at A Private hotel in Abydos on Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • Accommodation 1 night at A Private hotel in Luxor on Bed and Breakfast Basis.
  • Accommodation 4 nights on A Private deluxe Nile cruise on Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • Domestic flight ticket { Aswan to Cairo }.
  • Meet and assist service at Cairo International Airport.
  • Professional Egyptologist tour guide during the tours.
  • Transfers by modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Admission fees to all the sights listed in the itinerary.
  • Meals are mentioned in the itinerary.
  • All charges and taxes.

Not included

  • International Airfare.
  • Entry Visa to Egypt.
  • Tipping.
  • Personal Expenses.
  • Any Optional Tours.
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