Day 1: Arrival & Start 12 Days Egypt Itinerary

Your Egyptian holiday kicks off at Cairo International Airport where you will be met and friendly welcomed by Egypt Tours Group representative, who is assigned to ensure that all your formalities including Visa and luggage process are operated smoothly. Afterwards, our driver will transport you to our super 5-Star hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle for check in.
 
Next, your tour manager will escort you in the evening to enjoy Sound and Light Show in Giza:
 
A stunning visual event that is always held at the glorious Giza Complex is the Sound and Light Show. This light show presents the history of Giza Pyramids; how they were built, by whom as well as a wide array of mysteries related to the ancient Egyptian civilization while the whole spot is illuminated in a divine atmosphere.
 
You will then proceed for a joyful dinner at a restaurant before you will get back to your 5-Star hotel to enjoy your first night’s sleep in

Day 2: Giza Monuments and Saqqara Tour – Fly to Hurghada

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.
Saqqara Step Pyramid:
One of the oldest historical places in Egypt dates back to 2500B.C The place where we have the oldest pyramid in history “The step pyramid ” And the land of the mysterious as we call it because every time we have new discoveries there as it happened a few weeks ago for different tombs and lot of coffins and treasures.
Saqqara also has a lot of stuff to visit different tombs for the Nobles and royal family Also has the pyramid of Unas where we have the first text written in the pyramids and more.

Memphis City:
Consider the oldest capital of ancient Egypt. Dates back to 2200 B.C It was established by king Mena or Narmer after he succeeded in unifying upper and lower Egypt. It was the center of god Ptah the principal God of Egypt at this time.
Memphis is famous for having the colossal statue of Ramses the second and the second big sphinx statue we have in Egypt.
After a thorough day of sights, you will be taken to the airport to catch your domestic flight to Hurghada. You will then be driven to a 5-star hotel to check in and spend a leisurely night in Hurghada.

Day 3: Enjoy Snorkeling in Hurghada

On day four you will have breakfast then you will explore the real beauty of the red sea as you will do a marvelous Diving excursion. You will be amazed at how colorful are the fishes and how beautiful are the coral reefs.
Overnight will be at the hotel in Hurghada.

 Day 4: Free Day in Hurghada 

Free Day in Hurghada to explore the city yourself or to enjoy the fabulous amenities offered by your hotel. Overnight in Hurghada

Day 5: Quad Biking in Hurghada Desert

Prepare yourself for a mesmerizing journey in Hurghada when we transport you from your Hurghada hotel to the quad station to start a magical Quad Biking Safari through the fabulous desert of Hurghada. The excursion, which is operated by a professional desert guide, takes you deep in the desert, where you will see the stunning sand dunes until you reach the Bedouin to enjoy a delectable barbeque dinner while you are watching the mighty sunset views. Finally, you will get back to your hotel in Hurghada.

Day 6: Cruise Embarkation – Karnak & Luxor Temples

Checkout after a few days of quality relaxation time, and we will then take you to Luxor in a private drive by vehicle for almost 3.5 hrs. Next, you will join your personal Egyptologist guide in Luxor to start the Nile cruise including:
Karnak Temple:
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.
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.
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.
Overnight will be on the Nile cruise.

Day 7: Experience Luxor’s Essential Sites

you will then continue your sightseeing tour in Luxor by visiting:
Queen Hatshepsut Temple: 
Or as it’s known “Deir El Bahari” is a divine exceptional miracle that stands in the heart of Luxor to glorify the ruins of Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC). This archeological marvel, which made of three floors, are the finest representation of the classical architecture.
The Valley of the Kings: 
VALLEY OF THE KINGS
 One of the main historical sites we have in Luxor which was in ancient Egypt “Thebes ” The capital of Egypt during the New kingdom Called by this name because most of the tombs which were discovered date to the kings of Egypt and their royal families but plus that we have some tombs for Nobles and high priests.
Till now we have 63 tombs were discovered but we are sure there are some tombs didn’t discover yet so they still working and digging it that area Most of the tombs still have beautiful paintings talk about their daily life in ancient Egypt
There are many important tombs for famous kings located there like “Toutmoses 1st”
Ramses 2nd”
Ramses 9th
Seti 1st
Plus the tomb of the golden pharaoh “Tutankhamun” was discovered in 1922.
 
 
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.
Finally, you will head back to the Nile cruise for overnight.

 Day 8: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples – Sail to Aswan

On Day 8, you will have breakfast while enjoy sailing south as you will visit the great temple of:
Edfu Temple:
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 as you will continue sailing 

Day 9: Transfer to Abu Simbel Temples

After your aboard breakfast, you will be transported by a private minibus on an excursion to witness:
ABU Simbel templ:
The two rock-cut temples at Abu Simbel are considered to be masterpieces of ancient Egypt. The temples were built by King Ramses II around 1200 BC. One temple is dedicated to King Ramses II and the second temple is dedicated to his favorite wife, Queen Nefertari.
The temples were discovered in 1813, almost completely covered with sand. The Egyptian government, with the help of UNESCO, moved the temples in 1960 to prevent them from being flooded when the Aswan High Dam was built.

Next, your personal guide will drive you to your elegant Nile ship in Aswan, where you can enjoy lunch and dinner aboard. Overnight onboard.

Day 10: Witness Aswan Highlights - Back to Cairo

In the morning, have your breakfast in the hotel and check out, then one of our guides will take you to start your tour by visiting:
Aswan High Dam:
The spectacular ASWAN High dam was established to become one of the largest projects in the 20th century. This epic creation led Egypt to the industrial age in the 60s by controlling over the Nile floods, protecting the country and producing electricity.
The Unfinished Obelisk: 
THE UNFINISHED Obelisk offers a precious testimony to the construction techniques used by the ancient Egyptians. This exquisite monument, which measures 42 meters tall and more than 100 tons in weight, is the largest man-made obelisk ever established during Queen Hatshepsut reign.
Philae Temple: 
The mythical Philae temple  displays the most inspiring story ever known about the sacrifice of Goddess Isis to her husband Osiris. It was transported to the island of Agilika and came into existence during the Ptolemaic period between 380-362 BC.
A tasty lunch is served at a Nile-view restaurant in Aswan before you will head out to the airport to fly back to Cairo. Once there, our driver will take you in style to our 5-Star hotel to spend a peaceful night’s stay in Cairo.

Day 11: Tour to the Best of Cairo 

In the morning, have your breakfast in the hotel, then your private guide will accompany you to start your day by visiting:
The Egyptian Museum: 
THE EGEPTION MUSEUM
One of the most precious places in Egypt where we have more than 150,000 pieces from the treasures of ancient Egypt. This the place where we have the collection of the golden king Tutankhamun, the royal mummies, the statues, and the sarcophagus, which dates back to more than 4500 years ago.
Lunch break:
After enjoying the tour of 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 Hanging Church:
The Hanging Church also known as (The holy Church of the Virgin Mary) has been serving as the prime resident for the Coptic patriarch for so many years. It is considered the core of the Coptic community in Egypt. The church was constructed in the 5th century AD with 30ft of height to the south of Babylon (A Roman old fortress). It is decorated with a lot of astonishing paintings, marvelous statues, and Coptic Carvings.
Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque:
Built by the great Muslim leader Amr Ibn Al-Aas in 641 AD to be the first mosque in Egypt and Africa, The mosque has a unique Islamic architecture with beautifully carved pillars as it was rebuilt a lot of times over history.
Ben Ezra Synagogue:
Ben Ezra Synagogue used to be a church before converting to the synagogue in 882 AD. It also served as the capital of the Jewish until the 1950s. The synagogue has marvelous Jewish paintings with amazing decorations also you will find a lot of rare Jewish artifacts.
Khan El Khalili Bazar:
The oldest open market we have in Egypt. Dates back to the 13 century. The souvenirs market where the visitors buy the cheapest gifts from Egypt
In that place, we have one of the oldest cafes called Al Feshawidates back to the 17 century.
Once concluded, you will get back to your Cairo hotel to spend a joyful night’s stay

Day 12: Egypt Tour End – Final Departure

Such great things come to an end!! After having your breakfast, you need to checkout and our private driver will then take you from your hotel to Cairo International Airport in time for your flight home, returning with everlasting memories.

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