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THE ESSENTIAL EGYPT Experiences

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Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights

Languages: English

Start / End: Cairo → Cairo

Travel Style: Package Tours

Guide: Professional Egyptologist

Tour Overview

Discover Egypt through its most iconic destinations, from the Pyramids of Cairo to the temples of Luxor. Explore Cairo's ancient landmarks and vibrant markets, take day trips to Alexandria and Fayoum Oasis, fly south to Aswan for Abu Simbel, Philae Temple and a Nubian Village, then enjoy a 4-day Nile cruise with stops at Kom Ombo and Edfu before flying from Luxor back to Cairo.

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Daily Itinerary (11 Days)

Day 1

ARRIVAL IN CAIRO

Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, your Egypt Experiences representative will meet you and assist you before transferring you to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation: Cairo Hotel Meals: Welcome Dinner Included: Airport meet & assist Private airport transfer Hotel accommodation Welcome briefing Welcome dinner

Day 2

GIZA PYRAMIDS, SPHINX & GRAND EGYPTIAN MUSEUM

08:00 Start your Egyptian adventure with the iconic Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum at 12:30 and explore its impressive collection of ancient Egyptian treasures. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel. Accommodation: Cairo Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Included: Private transportation Professional Egyptologist guide Giza Pyramids Sphinx Grand Egyptian Museum Entrance fees Lunch

Day 3

COPTIC CAIRO, CITADEL & KHAN EL KHALILI

Discover the cultural and historic side of Cairo. Start your tour at 09:30 with Coptic Cairo, exploring its historic churches and unique atmosphere. Continue to the Citadel of Salah El Din around 14:30, offering beautiful views over Cairo. At 19:00 in the afternoon, explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar, with time to shop for traditional crafts, souvenirs, spices and local products. Return to your hotel after a full day exploring Cairo. Accommodation: Cairo Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Included: Private transportation Professional Egyptologist guide Coptic Cairo Citadel of Salah El Din Khan El Khalili Bazaar Entrance fees Lunch

Day 4

ALEXANDRIA DAY TRIP

08:00 AM pick up from your hotel and travel from Cairo to Alexandria, Egypt's Mediterranean coastal city. Explore the city's major attractions, including the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar and Citadel of Qaitbay. Enjoy time around the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the Mediterranean waterfront before returning to Cairo at 20:00. Accommodation: Cairo Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Included: Private vehicle Cairo–Alexandria–Cairo Professional guide Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa Pompey's Pillar Citadel of Qaitbay Bibliotheca Alexandrina area Entrance fees Lunch

Day 5

FAYOUM OASIS DAY TRIP

Leave Cairo at 08:00 AM and travel to Fayoum Oasis, known for its lakes, desert scenery and natural landscapes. Visit Lake Qarun, Wadi El Rayan and Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales). Enjoy lunch during the excursion before returning to Cairo. Accommodation: Cairo Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Included: Private transportation Professional local guide Fayoum Oasis excursion Lake Qarun Wadi El Rayan Wadi El Hitan Entrance fees Lunch

Day 6

CAIRO → ASWAN • PHILAE TEMPLE • NUBIAN VILLAGE

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, begin your Aswan experience with a visit to Philae Temple, reached by boat across the Nile. Continue to a Nubian Village where you can experience local traditions, colorful homes and everyday life. After the tour, check into your Aswan hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure. Accommodation: Aswan Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Included: Domestic flight Cairo → Aswan Airport transfers Private transportation Professional Egyptologist guide Philae Temple Boat transfer to Philae Nubian Village experience Aswan hotel Dinner

Day 7

ABU SIMBEL • EMBARK THE NILE CRUISE

Start early at 06:00 with your excursion to the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples. Return to Aswan and transfer to the cruise port. Embark on your Nile cruise and settle into your cabin. Enjoy lunch onboard and begin sailing along the Nile. Spend the evening relaxing on the cruise and enjoy dinner onboard. Accommodation: Nile Cruise Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included: Abu Simbel tour Private transportation Professional Egyptologist guide Entrance fees Cruise port transfer Nile cruise Cruise cabin Lunch Dinner

Day 8

NILE CRUISE • KOM OMBO

Enjoy breakfast onboard while sailing along the Nile. Around 17:00 stop at Kom Ombo and visit the impressive temple overlooking the river. Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Edfu. Relax onboard and enjoy the scenery. Accommodation: Nile Cruise Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included: Nile cruise Kom Ombo Temple Professional guide Sightseeing transportation Full-board meals onboard

Day 9

EDFU TEMPLE • SAIL TO LUXOR

Continue your Nile journey with a stop at Edfu. Visit the impressive Temple of Horus at Edfu at 05:30, then return to the cruise. Continue sailing toward Luxor, enjoying the scenery and facilities onboard. Accommodation: Nile Cruise Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included: Nile cruise Edfu Temple Professional guide Transportation to/from the temple Full-board meals onboard

Day 10

LUXOR WEST BANK & KARNAK

After breakfast, begin exploring Luxor. Start at 07:00 visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon. Continue to Karnak Temple, one of Luxor's major highlights. After sightseeing, check into your Luxor hotel at 16:00 and enjoy the evening at leisure. Accommodation: Luxor Hotel Meals: Breakfast Included: Private transportation Professional Egyptologist guide Valley of the Kings Selected tombs Temple of Hatshepsut Colossi of Memnon Karnak Temple Entrance fees Luxor hotel

Day 11

Enjoy your final breakfast in Egypt.

Transfer to Luxor International Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, connect with your international departure flight. Meals: Breakfast Included: Breakfast Private airport transfer Domestic flight Luxor → Cairo Airport assistance Departure transfer

Inclusions & Privileges

check_circle What's Included

done Accommodation 5 nights Cairo hotel 1 night Aswan hotel 1 night Luxor hotel 3 nights Nile cruise Total: 10 nights Domestic Flights Cairo → Aswan Luxor → Cairo Transportation Private airport transfers Private transportation throughout the tour Cairo → Alexandria → Cairo Cairo → Fayoum → Cairo Aswan transportation Luxor transportation Boat transfers for included visits Cruise transfers Cairo Giza Pyramids Sphinx Grand Egyptian Museum Coptic Cairo Salah El Din Citadel Khan El Khalili Bazaar Alexandria Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa Pompey's Pillar Citadel of Qaitbay Bibliotheca Alexandrina area Fayoum Fayoum Oasis Lake Qarun Wadi El Rayan Wadi El Hitan Aswan Philae Temple Nubian Village Abu Simbel Temples Nile Cruise 4-day / 3-night Nile cruise Kom Ombo Temple Edfu Temple Full-board meals onboard Luxor Valley of the Kings Hatshepsut Temple Colossi of Memnon Karnak Temple Meals Daily breakfast Lunches as specified Dinners as specified Full-board meals during the Nile cruise Welcome dinner Services Professional English-speaking Egyptologist/local guides Entrance fees to included attractions Airport meet & assist Egypt Experiences support throughout the journey

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close International flights to and from Egypt Egypt entry visa Travel insurance Personal expenses Drinks and alcoholic beverages Tips and gratuities Personal shopping Laundry services Room service Early check-in or late check-out Optional activities Additional entrance fees not specifically mentioned Meals not listed as included