9-Days Egypt Discovery Cairo Alexandria Luxor Aswan

Start the day at the iconic Giza Plateau:

• Great Pyramid of Khufu–The only one of the wonders of the ancient world still standing.

• Great Sphinx-The mysterious guardian of the pyramids.

• Valley Temple-A very important site for ancient mummification ceremony location.

• Following the Grand Egyptian Museum are collections of magnificent treasures, among which are the statue of Ramses II and the Hanging Obelisk (VIP Access is available).

Afternoon: 

• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. 

• Afterwards, explore Memphis, Egypt’s first capital, and the Saqqara Pyramid, a groundbreaking creation by the architect Imhotep.

Evening:

• Take a flight to Aswan and check in to your 5-star hotel for an overnight stay.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Flight: Cairo → Aswan
Overnight: Aswan
 

Morning:

• Aswan High Dam – This engineering marvel manages the course of the Nile.

• The Unfinished Obelisk – This lying giant of a stone was left in the quarry, giving us an insight into the ancient working ethos.

Afternoon:

• Lunch at a famous local eatery.

• Philae Temple- Isolated on its island, this shrine of Isis and Osiris has been lifted by currents of myth and history.

 Evening: 

• We return to our digs in Aswan for a bit of rest and relaxation.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Aswan

Morning:

• Departed early from Aswan with packed breakfast boxes for a visit to the grand temple complex of Ramses II, Abu Simbel.

• Discover the Great Temple, which was built so that the sun would illuminate the inner sanctum twice each year (Feb 22 & Oct 22), and the Temple of Nefertari, a tribute to his beautiful queen.

Afternoon:

• Go back to Aswan for a slow lunch.

Evening :

• Pass by train to Luxor and settle in your luxury 5 stars hotel .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Luxor

In the morning

• Karnak Temple- Highlighting a sprawling temple sitting on its broader site, as a testament to 4,000 years of Egyptian pilgrimages to Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. The massive columns and the intricately decorated halls will have you gawking in disbelief.

In the afternoon,

• Lunch at a local restaurant, for fun. Give yourself time to relax and refuel.

In the Evening:

• Luxor Temple by Night – Witness the temple’s striking beauty illuminated after dark, creating a magical and unforgettable atmosphere.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Luxor

Morning:

• Hatshepsut Temple – Discover the stunning temple with lovely terraces which was dedicated to Egypt's renowed woman pharaoh and have a look at the stunning design.

• Valley of the Kings – Take a stroll in the valley of the kings where ancient tombs are in number and the tomb of Tutankhamun is one of the options to visit (optional visit).

Afternoon:

• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

• Colossi of Memnon – View the giant stone statues that once stood at the entrance of Amenhotep III’s temple.

Evening:

• Return to your Luxor hotel to rest for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Luxor

Morning:

• Take your flight from Luxor to Cairo.

• Go to the Egyptian Museum, which is the repository of thousands of years of ancient artifacts, among which are the world-famous treasures of King Tutankhamun.

Afternoon:

• Lunch at a local restaurant serving traditional food.

Visit Coptic Cairo:

• The Hanging Church – A magnificent 5th-century church constructed on top of old Roman towers.

• Ben Ezra Synagogue – One of the most ancient Jewish emigration places in Egypt.

Continue to Islamic Cairo:

• Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque - The very first mosque erected on the African continent.

• Al-Muizz Street - A vibrant street representing the outstanding Fatimid-period architecture.

•  Khan El Khalili Bazaar - Stroll around in this vibrant, ancient bazaar and partake in the offerings of crafts, spices, and souvenirs.

Evening:

• Meet your Cairo hotel and relax inside your hotel room for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Flight: Luxor → Cairo

Overnight: Cairo

In the morning

• visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. It's a wonderful, subterranean necropolis where Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artwork are found together in one place.

• Head for Pompey's Pillar, one marvelously hefty granite column, one of the very last remaining Roman structures in Alexandria.

Afternoon:

• Enjoy a nice meal at any of the seashore restaurants while savoring the scene of the Mediterranean.

• Tour the Qaitbay Citadel, a powerful medieval fortress built on the very site of the legendary Pharos Lighthouse.

• Continue to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a stunning modern library honoring the legacy of the ancient center of learning.

In the evening:

• Return to Cairo to rest for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Cairo

Have breakfast at the hotel, followed by a flight to your next destination. You will remember the experience of your unforgettable journey of Egyptian history. 

Meals: Breakfast.