8-Day Cairo, Aswan, Nubian and Luxor Tour from Cairo
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Tour Overview
Highlights
Visit Cairo (Great Sphinx of Giza, The Egyptian Museum), Luxor (Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Valley of the Kings), Aswan (High Dam, Temple of Isis on Philae).Inclusions:Sleeper train from Cairo - Aswan - Luxor - Cairo
Itinerary
As they arrive in Cairo, guests will transfer to their local hotels.
Today, we will visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and the Old Bazaar to enjoy the wonders of Cairo. Later, we will go to the train station to board a sleeper train to Aswan.
Cairo, Egypt
Cairo, Egypt's sprawling capital, is set on the Nile River. Nearby, Giza is site of the iconic pyramids and Great Sphinx, dating to the 26th century B.C.E. In Gezira Island's leafy Zamalek district, 187m Cairo Tower affords panoramic city views.
Great Sphinx of Giza
The Great Sphinx rises above the desert majestically as the tallest monolith statue in the world. It was built during the Old Kingdom of Egypt, usually dated between 2558-2532 BCE, under the reign of Pharaoh Khafra.
The Egyptian Museum
Containing an unparalleled collection of over 120,000 items, this museum opened in 1902 to show a detailed history of ancient Egyptian culture. Many languages can be found on the artifacts, including Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Arabic.
Pyramid of Khafre
The Pyramid of Khafre is the second largest of the Giza Pyramids. It is estimated to have been built around 2570 BC. It was first fully explored in 1837 AD by John Perring.
Pyramid of Khufu
The oldest, largest, and most famous of the 3 pyramids at Giza, the Great Pyramid was built around 2560 BC in the 4th Egyptian Dynasty. For 3,800 years, it was the largest man-made structure in the world.
We will enjoy breakfast on the train and arrive in Aswan. Then, we will visit the Temple of Isis on Philea and the High Dam. Afterwards, we will enjoy lunch at a local Nubian restaurant.
Aswan, Egypt
Aswan is a city in the south of Egypt, and is the capital of the Aswan Governorate.Aswan is a busy market and tourist centre located just north of the Aswan Dam on the east bank of the Nile at the first cataract.
High Dam
This embankment dam sits on the Nile River in southern Egypt. Built between 1898 and 1902 to prevent the annual flooding of the Nile River, the dam also provides irrigation water and hydroelectric power.
Temple of Isis on Philae
This temple was built on the island of Philae, which sits downstream of the Aswan Dam, in the 4th century BC. The temple has been noted for its architectural prowess.
After breakfast, we will a traditional Felucca boat and visit a Nubian village, where we can enjoy bird watching and swim in the Nile. We will also enjoy lunch and dinner onboard the boat. At the end of the day, guests can choose to either spend the night on the boat or return to the hotel.
Today, we will visit the Temple of Kom Ombo in Aswan before traveling to Luxor.
Aswan, Egypt
Aswan is a city in the south of Egypt, and is the capital of the Aswan Governorate.Aswan is a busy market and tourist centre located just north of the Aswan Dam on the east bank of the Nile at the first cataract.
Temple of Kom Ombo
This double temple was built between 180-47 BC during the Ptolemaic dynasty. The southern part of the temple is dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god and creator of the world, while the southern half is dedicated to Horus the Elder.
Today, we will visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut on the west bank of Luxor, followed by the Valley of the Kings. We will also stop by the Colossi of Memnon. After lunch, we will head to the east bank to visit Luxor Temple and the Temple of Karnak. Later in the evening, we will take a sleeper train to Cairo.
Luxor, Egypt
Luxor is a city on the east bank of the Nile River in Egypt. It's on the site of ancient Thebes, the pharaohs' capital at the height of their power, during the 16th-11th centuries B.C.E.
Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
Nestled into a set of cliffs in the ancient city of Thebes, now modern day Luxor, this ancient temple is dedicated to the god Amen-Ra. It is considered the closest ancient Egyptians came to the Calssical style of architecture.
Valley of the Kings
This valley is named because during a period of about 500 years, several Egyptian pharaohs were buried here. It is one of the most significant Egyptian archaeological sites.
Colossi of Memnon
These two massive stone statues near Luxor have stood for nearly 3,400 years, marking the entrance to the ancient Theban necropolis. Both statues depict the pharaoh Amenhotep III and are made of quartzite sandstone.
Karnak Temple
This vast complex of ruined temples was once the great Egyptian city of Thebes. It is a vast, open-air museum where visitors can see a cross-section into many eras of ancient Egyptian culture.
Luxor Temple
This large temple complex was the grand monument in ancient Thebes. Constructed around 1400 BCE, various sections were built under the rule of the famous pharaohs Tutankhamen and Ramesses II.
After we arrive in Cairo, we will check into the hotel. Then, guests will have the remainder of the day free to spend at their own leisure.
After breakfast, guests will transfer to the airport for their departure flights.
Departure & Return
- The tour representative will pick you up at the airport at whatever time you arrive, and this also goes for the time of drop offs. So please provide your flight information at booking.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
Price Excludes
| Destination | Adult |
|---|---|
| Cairo, Egypt | |
| Dinner cruise in Cairo (Optional) | $50 |
| Giza, Egypt | |
| Sound & light show in Giza (Optional) | $50 |
| Luxor, Egypt | |
| Karnak sound and light show (Optional) | $50 |
Cairo, Egypt
Dinner cruise in Cairo (Optional)
- Adult
- $50
Giza, Egypt
Sound & light show in Giza (Optional)
- Adult
- $50
Luxor, Egypt
Karnak sound and light show (Optional)
- Adult
- $50
- Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
- If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
Policies
Child rates: Child rates apply to those who are 6-11 years old. Children's policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents. Infants up to 5 years old are free of charge for the tour package sharing parent's accommodations.
Lodging: maximum 3 people in one room
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