11-Day Group Tour Itinerary
1st day: Arrival in Cairo & Sound and Light Show
Arrive at Cairo Airport, where our staff will assist with luggage and passport formalities. Transfer to your 5-star hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle and check-in.
In the evening, visit the Giza Pyramid Complex to enjoy the Sound and Light Show, which narrates the rise of ancient Egyptian civilization. Afterward, have dinner and return to the hotel for the night.
- Meals: Dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Cairo
2nd day: Discover Memphis, Saqqara, and Giza Pyramids
Start the day with breakfast before heading out in a private AC vehicle to explore:
- Giza Pyramids Complex: Home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple, this site has stood for over 4,600 years.
- Step Pyramid of Saqqara: Built by Imhotep for Pharaoh Djoser, this pyramid inspired the later pyramid-building era.
- City of Memphis: Egypt’s first capital, founded by Pharaoh Narmer in 2925 BC, featuring a colossal statue of Ramses the Great.
Enjoy lunch with views of the pyramids and the Nile. After dinner, return to the hotel for the evening.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Cairo
3rd day: Fly to Hurghada
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Hurghada. Upon arrival, our agent will transfer the group to a 5-star hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and enjoying the Red Sea’s serene beauty. Meals will be served at the hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and soft drinks
- Flight: Cairo to Hurghada
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Hurghada
Day 4: Snorkeling Adventure in Hurghada
Start with breakfast, then head out for a snorkeling adventure led by an expert instructor. Explore the vibrant underwater world of the Red Sea, home to stunning coral reefs and marine life. Return to the hotel for lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and soft drinks
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Hurghada
5th day: Travel to Luxor & East Bank Exploration
After breakfast, check out and travel to Luxor in a private A/C vehicle. Begin your tour of Luxor’s East Bank, by visiting:
- Karnak Temple Complex: A religious hub for over 1,700 years, featuring the Hypostyle Hall, Amun-Re Precincts, and the Avenue of the Sphinxes.
- Luxor Temple (by Night): Built in 1400 BC, it symbolized Egypt’s rebirth and hosted royal coronations and festivals.
Check into your 5-star Nile Cruise, enjoy lunch, and return after your night tour for dinner and an overnight stay onboard.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight on the cruise
6th day: Explore West Luxor’s Highlights
After breakfast onboard, visit Luxor’s West Bank, including:
- Valley of the Kings: a royal burial site with 63 tombs, including those of Ramses the Great and Tutankhamun.
- Hatshepsut Temple: A mortuary temple carved into the cliffs to honor Queen Hatshepsut and Amun.
- Colossi of Memnon: two massive quartz statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood since 27 BC.
Enjoy lunch and dinner aboard the cruise as you sail toward Aswan.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight on the cruise
Day 7: Explore the Mystical Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo
After breakfast, the group will depart with their tour guide to visit:
- Temple of Edfu: This well-preserved temple, built between 237 BC and 57 BC, celebrates Horus, the falcon deity of victory and protection.
Following lunch, the group will return to their Nile Cruise and continue sailing to Kom Ombo, where they will explore:
- Temple of Kom Ombo: Constructed during the Ptolemaic Period (180–47 BC), this unique temple honors both Horus the Elder and Sobek, the crocodile god.
After the tour, return to the Nile Cruise for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight on the cruise
Day 8: Examine the Outstanding Abu Simbel Temples
In the morning, the group will board a private A/C vehicle with breakfast boxes to visit:
- Abu Simbel Temples: Built by Ramses the Great in the 13th century BC, these temples preserve his legacy and commemorate his victories, especially the Battle of Kadesh. The temples honor various Egyptian gods and are celebrated during the solar festival twice a year.
After lunch and dinner, the group will return to their Nile Cruise for the night.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight on the cruise
Day 9: Explore the Mystical Wonders of Aswan
After breakfast, the group will disembark from the Nile Cruise and visit Aswan’s highlights, including:
- Aswan High Dam: Built in the 1960s, this dam generates power and conserves water in Lake Nasser.
- Unfinished Obelisk: This fascinating obelisk, commissioned by Hatshepsut, was abandoned due to damage during carving, showcasing ancient Egyptian craftsmanship.
After lunch, continue with the tour to:
- Temple of Philae: Constructed in the 7th century BC, this temple served as the worship center for Isis, the goddess of motherhood.
Upon arrival in Cairo, the group will meet our staff and transfer to a 5-star hotel for the night.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch
- Flight: Aswan to Cairo
Day 10: Explore Cairo’s Enchanting Attractions
After breakfast, the group will continue their tour, visiting:
- The Egyptian Museum: This museum houses around 120,000 artifacts from Egyptian history and was established in 1901.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading to
- The Hanging Church: Built over the southern wall of Babylon in the 3rd century, this is one of Egypt’s most significant churches.
- Mosque of Amr Ibn Al Aas: Erected in 640 AD, this mosque was the first built in Africa and is still undergoing renovations.
- Synagogue of Ben Ezra: Established in 882 AD, this synagogue is unique and features stunning Jewish art and architecture.
- National Museum of Egyptian Civilization: Opened in 2017, this museum showcases 5,000 years of history and 20 royal mummies.
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar: This vibrant market, established between 1382 and 1389 AD, is a top shopping destination in the Middle East.
After the day’s activities, return to the hotel in Cairo for the night.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Cairo
Last day: Conclusion of the 11-Day Group Tour to the Pharaohs’ Land
On the final day, enjoy breakfast before being transported to the airport for your flight home.
