7 day Best of Egypt

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Welcome to the land of pharoahs & the world’s most historic destination, Egypt.

You’ll be met by our airport representative who will help you through airport procedures, and be transferred to your hotel for the evening. Free time for the remainder of the day.

Overnight Cairo hotel: Standard, Premium, Premium plus or Ultra Luxury options

Meals: own arrangements

Activities

• Pyramids of Giza & Great Sphinx

• Grand Egyptian Museum

• Khan El Khalili Market

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An early breakfast before starting your guided tour to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the world, the Great Pyramids of Giza. A single pyramid is built with 2,300,000 blocks, each weighing an average of two and a half tones. One cannot help but feel the wonder and awe.

Next, visit the Great Sphinx. Carved over 4,500 years ago, this mythical creature has the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, and stands tall guarding the Giza Plateau in Egypt.

After lunch you’ll start your afternoon visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum. (GEM)

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located just outside Cairo near the Giza Pyramids, is the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization. 

The GEM is already making waves for its striking modern design and the scale of its collection—over 100,000 ancient Egyptian artifacts, many of which have never been displayed before.

 Its crown jewel is the complete collection of treasures from King Tutankhamun’s tomb, displayed together for the first time in one place.

The last visit of the day is Khan El Khalili Market. Nestled within the vibrant streets of the historic Islamic Cairo, this enchanting world of colors, scents, and cultural treasures offers a place to shop for unique pieces and souvenirs through its whimsical laneways.

Overnight Cairo Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Activities

• Full day tour to Alexandria city

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Today make your way north to the city of Alexandria, on the Mediterranean Sea. Alexandria is Egypt's second-largest city and boasts a thriving port along its 32 kilometres of coastline. Founded by Alexandria the Great, and once ruled by the Greek and Romans, the city has many incredible sights.

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa is a historical archaeological site and is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages. It is regarded as a huge necropolis and royal cemetery that dates back to the second century AD.

Next, see the Roman Amphitheatre. Once a grand spectacle, this ancient structure hosted gladiatorial contests and public events. Explore the remaining foundations and imagine the roar of the crowd echoing through this historic site.

After lunch, visit Qaitbay Fort. This historic fortress situated on the Mediterranean coast was built in the 15th century, it offers panoramic views of the city and houses a naval museum inside. A testament to Egypt's rich history, it is a must-visit attraction for history enthusiasts.

From here, you’ll be transferred back to Cairo.

Overnight Cairo Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Activities

• Philae Temple

• Unfinished Obelisk

• Felucca sailing

• Nile Cruise

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It’s an early wake up & check out of the hotel to catch your flight to Aswan - just over an hour away.

You will be met & assisted upon arrival at Aswan airport before starting a guided tour to Philae Temple & Unfinished Obelisk before checking into your cruise.

Dedicated to the goddess Isis, Philae Temple is a testament to Egypt's rich cultural heritage. You’ll hear stories from your Egyptologist guide amidst stunning columns and intricate hieroglyphics that adorn the walls throughout.

Next, the Unfinished Obelisk is an enormous, partially carved granite obelisk dating back to the reign of Queen Hatshepsut. Had it been completed, it would have stood at about 42 meters and weighed nearly 1,200 tons.

Lunch will be served onboard your cruise followed by a relaxing afternoon sail on a felucca around Elephantine Island.

Overnight Nile Cruise : choose between standard, premium or luxury cruise options.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities

• Abu Simbel (optional cost)

• Kom Ombo Temple

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OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: ABU SIMBEL

This famous UNESCO World Heritage site is renowned for its colossal rock-cut temples. Built by Ramses II, these iconic structures stand as a testament to ancient Egyptian civilization, attracting visitors worldwide with their impressive architecture and rich historical significance. The two colossal temples greeting visitors are dedicated to Pharaoh himself and his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari.

Tour time: 8 to 10 hours

On return to our cruise ship, we will sail to Kom Ombo Temple.

Kom Ombo Temple is a unique ancient Egyptian 'double temple' . It features a symmetrical design, with two parallel sanctuaries and halls dedicated to two distinct deities: the falcon-headed god Horus the Elder and the crocodile god Sobek. The temple's architecture includes detailed reliefs depicting daily life, religious rituals, and a notable ancient medical calendar. 

Adjacent to the temple is the Crocodile Museum, which exhibits a collection of mummified crocodiles discovered in the area

Overnight Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities

• Edfu Temple

• Karnak Temple

• Luxor Temple

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The Edfu Temple, located in southern Egypt, is a stunning example of the well-preserved ancient Egyptian architecture. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, this temple boasts intricate carvings and towering columns.

Continue north towards Luxor, passing through the engineering marvel of Esna Lock. As the boat enters the lock, the gates will be closed, allowing the water level in the lock to adjust to match the level of the river downstream. Once the water level is equalized, the boat can pass through and continue its journey down the river. Be sure to make your way up on the roof deck to capture the moment.

On arrival into Luxor, you will be transferred to Karnak Temple. Built over more than a thousand years by generations of Pharaohs. the great “Hypostyle Hall” is an incredible forest of giant pillars, covering an area larger than the whole of Notre Dame Cathedral. One of Egypt’s more prized attractions, Karnak is a spectacular complex of sanctuaries, kiosks, pylons and obelisks. Simply put, everything here is on a gigantic scale.

Located on the east bank of the Nile River is Luxor Temple. Marvel at the soaring columns and colossal statues, adorned with intricate hieroglyphics and reliefs depicting scenes from ancient Egyptian mythology and history.

Note: some cruise itineraries may visit Karnak Temple for the Sound & Light Show instead of a day visit. This may also be dependent on when the cruise reaches Luxor.

Overnight Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Attractions:

• Valley of the Kings

• Hatshepsut Temple

• Colossi of Memnon

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This morning you will disembark your cruise ship and make your way to one of Egypt’s most prized attractions, Valley of the Kings.

The Valley of the Kings, located on the west bank of the Nile River in Egypt, is an ancient burial ground that served as the final resting place for pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom era. Spanning over 500 years, from the 16th to the 11th century BCE, it contains around 63 tombs, including Tutankhamun's famous tomb. 

Next is Hatshepsut Temple and quite like nothing else among Egypt’s famous temples. Built during the reign of Queen Hatshepsut in the 15th century BC and dedicated to the sun god, Amun-Ra, the temple’s backdrop of towering cliffs makes for an impressive sight. 

Finish your tour at Colossi of Memnon where the two massive statues stand tall, guarding the ancient city of Thebes in Egypt.

Your tour ends with a transfer to the airport or your Luxor hotel.

Ask us about extending your time in Luxor or a stay on the Red Sea, Hurghada.

Meals: Breakfast