10-day Luxury Tour Package itinerary
1st day: Fly into Cairo and Check into a Five-Star Hotel
Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, Egypt Fun Tours will meet, welcome, and assist you with passport control, baggage identification, and portage. Afterward, we will transfer you to your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle for check-in. Afterward, you will get enough time to relax and refresh.
Moreover, in the evening, we will pick you up for a wonderful dinner cruise. Enjoy a vibrant belly dance performance accompanied by a folklore band featuring the iconic Tannoura spin, in line with Egyptian whirling dervish tradition. Afterward, you will be taken back to your hotel for the night.
2nd day: View Memphis City and the Pyramids of Giza
Breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, join your private Egyptologist tour guide to begin your 10-day luxury tour of Egypt. Start by visiting some of Cairo’s top tourist destinations, beginning with:
Firstly, we explore the Egyptian Pyramids in Giza: The Giza pyramid complex includes the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple, six smaller pyramids, and three major pyramids. This complex is a must-see on any luxury vacation to Egypt. It dates back 2400 years to the 4th dynasty.
- The Great Pyramid: This pyramid belonged to “King Khufu.” It is the only one of the three pyramids on the Giza plateau still standing. The Great Pyramid is the oldest and greatest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, standing 146 meters tall. It took 20 years to construct using 2,300,000 stones.
- The Great Sphinx: This magnificent statue, which belonged to “King Chephren,” measures 73 meters long, 19 meters wide, and 20 meters high. The Sphinx is the largest statue in the world and contains the earliest known sculpture.
- The Valley Temple: This ancient Egyptian granite funerary temple is the only one still existing on the Giza plateau. It was used for mummification.
Afterward, proceed to a restaurant with a view of the Pyramids or the Nile to enjoy lunch. Then continue to:
Secondly, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara: Built during the time of King Djoser, who ruled Egypt in the 27th century B.C., this is regarded as the oldest significant example of cut stone architecture. The step pyramid consists of six steps stacked on top of one another.
Thirdly, the City of Memphis: This was the first capital of Egypt, established by King Menes. It held a key location between Upper and Lower Egypt. Ptah, the creator deity and guardian of art, was said to be watching over Memphis. After a day filled with luxury and enjoyment, we will finally transport you back to your hotel in Cairo for the night.
3rd day: Indulge in a Luxurious Nile Cruise While Taking in the Beauty of Aswan
Enjoy your breakfast. Afterward, check out of your Cairo hotel. Then, we will take you to the airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, meet our tour guide to begin the second half of your luxury Egypt adventure by touring the following Aswan attractions:
High Dam at Aswan: This dam was erected over the Nile River at Aswan between 1960 and 1970. Its construction had a tremendous impact on Egypt’s economy and culture.
The Unfinished Obelisk: This is the largest obelisk from antiquity. Queen Hatshepsut (1508–1458 BC) ordered its construction to complement the Lateran Obelisk, which was initially at Karnak and later transported to the Lateran Palace in Rome.
Finally, explore the Temple of Philae. This temple is dedicated to the goddess Isis of Love and Beauty. As part of the UNESCO Nubia Campaign, the temple complex was disassembled and moved to Agilkia Island to safeguard it before the Aswan High Dam was completed in 1970.
Afterward, enjoy your lunch and then check into a 5-star Nile cruise. This cruise offers a broad range of top-notch facilities. Finally, spend the night on board.
Day 4: Explore the Kom Ombo Temples
Begin your day with breakfast on the ship. Then, follow your Egyptologist tour guide to visit:
Temple of Kom Ombo: This temple overlooking the Nile is divided into two temples. Each temple has its entrance, hypostyle hall, and sanctuary. Afterward, return to your cruise for lunch and relax on board.
5th day: See the Edfu Temple
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the boat, then join our tour guide to visit:
Temple in Edfu: This temple is dedicated to the god Horus. It is the most well-preserved Greco-Roman structure in Egypt. The walls depict “play,” illustrating Horus’ victory over the malevolent deity Seth. Afterward, sail to Luxor. Enjoy a delectable meal on board and arrive late at night to spend the night aboard the ship.
Day 6: Visit Luxor’s “Open the Door to an Ancient World.”
Begin your day with breakfast. Afterward, check out of your ship. Then, join our Egyptologist tour guide in a private air-conditioned car to begin your luxurious voyage of discovery at Luxor tourist spots. The excursion will begin with:
The Kings’ Valley: This valley contains the graves of Egypt’s kings from the 18th to the 20th dynasties, including the renowned pharaoh Ramses II and the young Tutankhamun. The tombs were fully furnished with everything a monarch might want in the afterlife. Most tomb decorations remain in good condition.
Temple of Hatshepsut: This temple is one of the most stunning and well-preserved of all ancient Egyptian temples. It was constructed on three levels, connected by two large ramps.
Memnon’s Colossi: Only two enormous stone sculptures of King Amenhotep III survive from a funerary temple that was once fully constructed. The sculptures are made from quartzite sandstone, originally sourced from Cairo and transported 700 km to Luxor. After your visits, enjoy a wonderful lunch before continuing to:
Finally, explore the Temple of Karnak. This is the most spectacular landmark in Egypt. It stands as the largest complex of temples ever constructed by humans. The Temple of Karnak represents the culmination of the work of countless pharaohs and ancient architects. It spans 247 acres and consists of three major temples.
Finally, transfer by air-conditioned vehicle to check into a five-star hotel in Hurghada for the night.
7th day: Take a Hurghada Safari Trip
On day 7 of your luxury holiday in Egypt, start your day with breakfast at the hotel in Hurghada. Afterward, a trip to Hurghada wouldn’t be complete without a thrilling quad-powered desert safari excursion. Head out for an hour of quad-running in the desert. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your Bedouin hosts. Then, they will provide an introduction to their unique way of life. Afterward, we will return you to your Hurghada hotel for the night.
8th day: Enjoy a Snorkeling Trip
On day 8 of your luxury holiday in Egypt, begin your day with a sumptuous breakfast at your hotel. Then, embark on a snorkeling expedition. Dive into the tranquil underwater environment and explore the vibrant marine life. Afterward, return to your hotel to unwind and stay the night.
9th day: Explore Cairo’s Top Historical Attractions
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in the morning. Afterward, check out and travel to the airport. Board your flight to Cairo, where your 10-day luxury tour of Egypt will continue. Afterward, begin exploring the Old Cairo sites, starting with:
The Egyptian Museum: This museum showcases a unique collection of artwork spanning the last 5000 years. Approximately 250,000 authentic relics from ancient Egypt are on display, including treasures from Tutankhamun’s tomb, which remained untouched for over 3,500 years.Next, enjoy a fine meal at a Cairo restaurant before visiting:
Citadel of Salah El Din: This majestic stronghold served as Egypt’s capital until 1860. Constructed under Salah ad-Din’s rule, the building project began in 1176 and was completed in 1182.
Mosque of Mohamed Ali: Built between 1830 and 1848, this mosque is known as “The Alabaster Mosque” due to its flawless alabaster walls. The Mohamed Ali Mosque was modeled after Istanbul’s Blue Mosque.
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization: This museum offers the key to exploring extraordinary and rare artifacts from Egypt’s long and varied history. It spans more than 4000 years and includes periods from prehistory to ancient Egypt, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Islamic, and modern times.
Finally, explore the market in Khan El Khalili. Above all, this bustling market is the oldest and most renowned in the Middle East. Founded around 970 AD, it is a must-visit location on your luxury tour of Cairo. Afterward, we will transport you to your hotel in Cairo for the night.
Last day: The Final Day of Your 10-Day Luxury Vacation in Egypt
On your final day, enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, to complete your luxurious stay in Egypt, our representative will drive you to the airport. Then he will assist you with the necessary departure procedures.
