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9-Day Nile and Abu Simbel, Beauty of Egypt Tours from Cairo Tour Code: 056-6717

Overview
Visit Cairo, Luxor (Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Valley of the Kings), Aswan (Abu Simbel Temples, Temple of Isis on Philae, Temple of Kom Ombo).
  • Include domestic flight tickets
  • 4 nights full board Nile Cruise
  • Airport pickup and drop off (around the clock)
  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
  • Day 8
  • Day 9
Day 1 Cairo
Day 2 Giza Pyramids - Sakkara - Memphis - Cairo (49 km)
Day 3 Around Cairo City Tours & Museum
Day 4 Cairo - Luxor (656 km)
Day 5 Luxor
Day 6 Nile Cruise: Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples (179 km)
Day 7 Abu Simble Temple Nile Cruise
Day 8 Aswan - Cairo (682 km)
Day 9 Cairo

Day 1: Cairo

Standard Hotel: Pyramids park/similar
Deluxe Hotel: Cairo Pyramids Hotel--Steigenberger/similar
Meal: Excluded
As they arrive in Cairo, guests will transfer to their local hotels.

Day 2: Giza Pyramids - Sakkara - Memphis - Cairo (49 km)

Standard Hotel: Pyramids park/similar
Deluxe Hotel: Mercure Le Sphinx/similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Excluded
After your breakfast, it'll be time to begin your tour to the Pyramids and Sphinx., the first visit of the day will be to the Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. You will have the chance to explore the wonders of the Great Pyramid and discover the beauty of the Sphinx. After enjoying the view and taking your lovely photos you will move to Sakkara, which includes the step pyramid of king Zoser the oldest pyramid in Egypt. After that you will move to Memphis. Here you'll see the best and the biggest statue of King Ramses the great. Finally, you'll head back to Cairo for another night at your hotel.
  • Cairo, EGYPT

    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.

    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.
  • Sakkara, EGYPT

    Sakkara is a massive ancient burial ground in Egypt. It once served as the Necropolis for the ancient capital of Memphis. Djoser's Setp Pyramid is the oldest stone building complex in known history.

    Pyramid of Djoser

    Lying in the necropolis to the northwest of the ancient city of Memphis is this step-pyramid, built in the 27th century BC for the deceased Pharaoh Djoser by his vizier, Imhotep.
  • Memphis, EGYPT

    Memphis was the ancient capital of Aneb-Hetch, the first nome of Lower Egypt. Its ruins are located near the town of Mit Rahina, 20 km (12 mi) south of Giza. According to legend related by Manetho, the city was founded by the pharaoh Menes.

Day 3: Around Cairo City Tours & Museum

Standard Hotel: Pyramids Park or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Cairo Pyramids Hotel - Steigenberger or similar
Meal: Excluded
After breakfast, take a day trip to the Egyptian museum of Cairo you will enjoy the treasure of king Tutankhamun and many artifacts more than 120000 piece of art, after that you will have lunch at local restaurant BBQ chicken.Then will visit the Oldest churches in the world this place that blessed by the holy family when they visited Egypt as it is mentioned in the holy Bible , visit also the slums of Cairo near by the old churches. After that back to your hotel overnight at Cairo.
  • Cairo, EGYPT

    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.

Day 4: Cairo - Luxor (656 km)

Standard Hotel: Ms/Sara (Nile Cruise)
Deluxe Hotel: M/S Nile Dolphin/M.Sconcerto/Nile Premium (Nile Cruise)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Included
In the morning we will fly to Luxor to board on the ultra-deluxe Nile cruise. Then we will visit Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple. Enjoy the evening on board.
  • Luxor, EGYPT

    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.

    Karnak Temple

    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.

Day 5: Luxor

Standard Hotel: Nile Cruise or similar
Deluxe Hotel: M/S Nile Dolphin/Nile premium/Crown Jewel or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Included
Today, we will see the magnificent Valley of the Kings in Luxor, an ancient Egyptian burial site where there are more than 62 tombs of old Pharoahs, including the Tomb of Tutankhamun. During our exploration of this area, we will feel like Indiana Jones, learning about hieroglyphics, the Book of the Dead and ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife. Afterwards, we will explore the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a unique temple cut into the mountains, and the Colossi of Memnon. Then, we will return to our cruise and dine onboard.
  • Luxor, EGYPT

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

Day 6: Nile Cruise: Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples (179 km)

Standard Hotel: Ms/Sara (Nile Cruise)
Deluxe Hotel: M/S Nile Dolphin/M.Sconcerto/Nile Premium (Nile Cruise)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Included
After breakfast on board your Nile cruise will arrive at Kom Ombo temple or the Crocodile temple, visit very unique temple on the bank of the Nile dedicated to God Sobek the Crocodile. Then we will also visit the Crocodile Museum. Back to your cruise for Lunch then continue sailing towards Edfu city visit the falcon temple. After this trip to Edfu temple, we will go back to your Nile cruise rest to the end of the day. Dinner on board, overnight on board.
  • Aswan, EGYPT

    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.

Day 7: Abu Simble Temple Nile Cruise

Standard Hotel: Nile Cruise M.S Concerto or similar
Deluxe Hotel: M/S Nile Dolphin/Nile Premium or similar
Meal: Excluded
This morning you will visit Abu Simbel temples Part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site this iconic temple was carved out of the mountainside in the New Kingdom, during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II 1900 B.C. In Aswan, you will visit the amazing temple of Goddess Isis of Love by motorboat. after that back to the cruise for lunch and some rest dinner will be on board.
  • Aswan, EGYPT

    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.

    Abu Simbel Temples

    These two massive rock temples in Aswan were carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II. They were forgotten for thousands of years, buried under sand until their rediscovery in 1813.

    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.

Day 8: Aswan - Cairo (682 km)

Standard Hotel: Pyramids Park/ similar
Deluxe Hotel: Mercure Le Sphinx/similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, we will disembark from the cruise and fly back to Cairo.

Day 9: Cairo

Meal: Excluded
After breakfast, guests will transfer to the airport depending on the time of their departure flights.
  • 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.

Price Includes

  • Domestic Flight Tickets
  • 4 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Cairo
  • 4 Nights Full Board Nile Cruise
  • Lunch during day tours in Cairo
  • Entrance Fees
  • All transportation in destination location
  • All Taxes Applicable
  • Meals during the tours & on the cruise

Price Excludes

  • Activities & Attractions
Destination Adult
Aswan
Nubian village by motor boat (Optional) $80
Giza
Sound & light show in Giza with dinner in local restaurant (Optional) $120
Sound & light show in Giza. (Optional) $75
Luxor
Hot air Balloon in Luxor (Optional) $145
Karnak Temple Sound & Light show (Optional) $75
Luxor Museum and Mummification Museum (Optional) $120
  • 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.
  • Any optional excursions not included
  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Beverages and drinks
  • Entry visa, at airport upon arrival

Confirmation

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Redemption

  • Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your e-ticket. You must print and bring e-ticket(s) on your trip, as they serve as proof of purchase.

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  • Once booked this tour cannot be cancelled.
  • Prices may vary and are subject to availability by season, weekend, and/or holiday.
  • While we will make every effort to maintain a regular operation, we reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip and issue a full refund to affected customers under special circumstances.

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