8 Days Nile Cruise Cairo to Abu Simbel Tour Package
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Day 1: Arrival to Egypt – Enjoy Pyramids Sound & Light Show
Once landing in Egypt, one of our representatives awaits you at Cairo Airport holding a placard with our company name to recognize him. After finishing your passport and luggage formalities by the help of our representative, our driver will transport you by a private A/C car to check in 5-star hotel in Cairo.
In the evening hours, your private tour guide picks you up once again to attend
Sound & Light Show at Giza Pyramids:
One of the most eye-catching events at the Giza Complex is the Pyramid Sound and Light Show held every night. This light show presents the history of ancient Egypt in a new way, illuminating the pyramids in a colorful image and displaying various Egyptian portraits and stories projected on the surface of the pyramids
Next, you will enjoy an appetizing dinner at an Egyptian restaurant before we drive you back to your hotel to spend the night in Cairo
. Day 2: Giza Pyramids and Cairo Museum Trip
In the morning of day two, breakfast will be served, and then your tour guide will take you to begin your visits to:
Giza pyramids complex:
One of the most famous monumental places in the whole world dates back to more than 4500 ago This the place where we have the main pyramids of Egypt:
• The great pyramid of Khufu
• The pyramid of Khafra
• The pyramid of Mankaure
Plus that we have 6 small pyramids that date back to the queens and the royal family Giza pyramids complex have also the greatest sphinx statue we have in Egypt.
The great pyramid of Cheops:
One of the 7 wonders in an ancient world built for the king Khufu or Cheops is his name in the Greek language. Takes 20 years to build they used in the building more than 3 million limestone blocks
More than 100 thousands of the worker work in that building The original high about 146 m high so for that it’s considered the greatest pyramid we have in Egypt.
Valley Temple:
One of the most preserved temples we have from the ancient time it was built from red granite which we get from Aswan
This the place where the mummification process should be done Built also by Khafra the builder of the 2nd pyramid and the Great sphinx.
The Great Sphinx:
Consider the protector of the pyramids built by Khafra the builder of the second pyramid also
It takes a special form which is the lion’s body and the human head and this refers to power with knowledge together This the greatest one we have 50 m long and 20 m high.
Lunch break:
After enjoying the tour to the pyramids we are going to stop for having lunch in one of the nice restaurants with quality food to give you the chance to try the taste of oriental food and traditional Egyptian dishes.
THE EGYPTION MUSEUM:
The Egyptian Museum, which was initially constructed in 1902, rises proudly in the heart of CAIRO CITY as the majestic house of the world’s greatest collection of Egyptian antiquities and artifacts of the glorious Egyptian civilization, spanning over 4000 years.
After finishing your Cairo and Giza tour, we will transport you back to our 5-star hotel to spend the night in Cairo.
Day 3: Fly to Luxor – East Bank Trip – Check in Nile Cruise
Enjoy breakfast then we pick you up from your hotel to drive you to Cairo Airport for a flight to Luxor. Next, you will meet one of our best local tour guides in Luxor to start the Nile cruise excursion by visiting:
Karnak Temple Complex:
Karnak:
Karnak Temple complex, a series of temples dating back to the reigns of different kings, and the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic columns.
Next, you will check in one of our 5-star deluxe Nile cruises to have lunch onboard then we accompany you to visit:
Louxor TEMPLE at night:
Luxor Temple:
Built-in the new kingdom era by pharaohs Amenhotep III and Ramses II, Luxor Temple is located in the middle of Luxor city as it was the center of the celebrations of Opet. You will also enjoy the mesmerizing sight of the remaining Avenue of Sphinxes that once was connecting the Luxor temple with the Karnak.
Then, we transfer you to your 5-star Nile cruise to spend the night onboard.
Day 4: Luxor West Bank Trip – Start Sailing
Enjoy a tasty breakfast on board then you will escort your private guide to continue your 8 days Cairo and Nile cruise package by visiting:
QUEEN HATSHEPSUT TEMPLE:
Hatshepsut Temple
One of the most preserved temples in ancient Egypt dates back to more than 3500 years ago Built for Queen Hatshepsut one of the famous Queens who ruled Egypt in the new kingdom and she was the daughter of king Tutmoses 1st The temple built from limestone which considers one of the most popular stones they used in ancient Egypt because it was easy to cut We still have some reliefs on the walls of the temple but the most famous ones which talk about the Trade mission sent by the Queen to “punt cities ” to bring a lot of staff especially wood and incense.
Lunch break:
After enjoying the tour, we are going to stop for having lunch in one of the nice restaurants with quality food to give you the chance to try the taste of oriental food and traditional Egyptian dishes.
Colossi of Memnon:
Its 2 huge statues date back to 1350 B.C Built for the king “Amonhoteb 3rd” who ruled Egypt during the new kingdom exactly at the 18th dynasty The two statues are the only remains of the funerary temple built for king Amonhoteb 3rd The two statues were built at the entrance of the temple to be the guardian’s status for the temple.
Valley of the Kings:
Another glorious treasure located beneath the cliffs of Luxor West Bank is the Valley of the Kings, which is covered in a veil of allure and mystery. The valley, constructed during the New Kingdom period (1570-1050 BC), is shrouded with more than 60 royal tombs for the kings who ruled the country during the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties.
COLOSSI OF MEMNON
The Colossi of Memnon:
is one of the most impressive monumental objects, which displays the genuineness of the ancient Egyptian architecture. The twin sitting colossal statues, which decorate the site, is thought to represent for Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1391-1353 BC), who ruled Egypt during the 18th dynasty.
Once concluded, we will transport you to our 5-star Nile cruise to have lunch onboard while you are sailing the river. Overnight on board
Day 5: Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo – Sail to Aswan
you will have a blissful breakfast onboard and our local Egyptologist transfers you in a horse carriage to visit
Edfu Temple:
Edfu
The temple of Edfu is a Ptolemaic temple that was built between 237 and 57 BC to honor the memory of god Horus as he was avenging from evil god Seth for the death of his father (Osiris). The temple was constructed between 237 and 57 BC with outstanding style with amazing pillars and statues.
Next, you will go back to Nile Cruise for lunch as you sail to your next stop Kom Ombo.
Kom Ombo Temple:
Dedicated to the ancient gods Sobek and Horus, Kom Ombo Temple was constructed during the Ptolemaic dynasty (180–47 BC). The temple has a special design style as it consists of two symmetrical halves one for each god. The temple is considered to be one of the best-preserved temples with its colorful carvings and marvelous architecture.
You will return back to the Nile cruise by the end of the day for overnight
Day 6: Tour to Abu Simbel Temples
You will receive breakfast boxes in the early hours to begin a private tour by A/C coach, escorted by your professional tour guide to visit:
ABU SIMBEL TEMPIES:
The Abu Simbel Temples:
are one of Ramesses II’s most precious achievements, representing ancient Egypt’s grandeur. Abu Simbel highlights twin spectacular constructions dedicated to Pharaoh Ramesses II (1279-1213 BC) and his wife, Queen Nefertiti. The temple stands as a symbol of the strength and power of the pharaoh, showing his victory in the Battle of Kadesh.
Afterwards, we will transport you back to your Nile cruise in Aswan to have lunch and enjoy some local Egyptian shows onboard. Overnight onboard the Nile cruise.
Day 7: Aswan Sightseeing Tour – Fly to Cairo
As usual, you start your day with a scrumptious breakfast, check out your Nile cruise then you join your tour guide to visit the best of Aswan including:
Philae Temple:
Philae is an extraordinary witness to the grandeur and uniqueness of ancient Egyptian Civilization. The temple, which was constructed between 380-360 BC, stood through centuries to immortalize the tale of Isis, the goddess of love and motherhood. Moving to Agilkia Island to avoid the Nile floods, Philae temple is the finest example of the mesmerizing works of art and stunning architecture.
THE UNFINISHED OBLISK
The Unfinished Obelisk:
dates back to reign of Queen Hatshepsut, who ruled the country during the 18th dynasty, so it’s known as the Hatshepsut Obelisk. It was made of granite from a quarry in Aswan. However, an accident during the quarrying process which led to the abandonment of the project.
ASWAN HIGH DAM:
The High Dam, one of the world’s largest achievements in the last century, played a central role in improving the social state in Egypt. From its construction under the leadership of President Gamal Abdel Nasser in the 1960s to its impact on the country’s economy and environment today, the Aswan High Dam is a fascinating object of study.
Next, you have a delicious lunch at a Nile-view restaurant and catch the flight to Cairo. Once in Cairo, we will drive you to our 5-star hotel to spend the night in Cairo.
Day 8: Tour Conclusion – Final Departure
Enjoy your final breakfast in Egypt then our driver will transport you to Cairo International Airport to catch your outbound flight and end your 8 days Cairo and Nile cruise tour.