12 Day Egypt Tour Package of Cairo, Alexandria, and Sharm
Discover the amazing wonders of ancient and modern Egypt through our 12 Day Egypt Tour Package of Cairo, Alexandria, and Sharm. El Shiekh. This is one of the best 12 Day Egypt Tour Package.
Tour Details
Details of the 12 Day Egypt Tour Package of Cairo, Alexandria, and Sharm
- Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
- Tour Location: Cairo, Alexandria & Sharm El Sheikh
- Tour Availability: Available Everyday
- Pickup & Drop Off: Cairo Airport
- Tour Type: Historical & Recreational Tour
Wonderful 12 Day Egypt Tour Package of Cairo, Alexandria, and Sharm
With this incredible 12 Day Egypt Tour Package of Cairo, Alexandria, and Sharm El Sheikh, your dream vacation is finally a reality. All the glamour, culture, and special legacy of Egypt will uplift and calm your spirit. Throughout their 12 day Egypt Tour Package, every visitor will receive the greatest help, accommodations, round-the-clock support, and tour guides.
During this 12 Day Egypt Tour Package of Cairo, Alexandria, and Sharm El Sheikh, every traveler will have the chance to experience all that Egypt has to offer, beginning in Cairo, which is home to the fabled Giza pyramid complex, the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the Cairo Citadel, the National Museum, as well as several lavish modern-era palaces and other attractions.
The fabled city of Alexandria will have the Catacombs, the Qaitbey fortress, and other unique features. The city of calm Sharm El Sheik is close to both the revered monastery of Saint Catherine and the breathtaking natural beauty of the Sinai Sahara. When you take this incredible adventure, you’ll experience genuine joy and excitement as a miracle hangs in the balance. Book this 12 Day Egypt Tour Package of Cairo, Alexandria, and Sharm El Sheikh now!
Tour Highlights
The highlights of the 12 Day Egypt Tour Package of Cairo, Alexandria, and Sharm
Giza Attractions
- Giza Pyramids
- The Sphinx
- The Valley Temple
- Saqqara Pyramid
- Memphis City
Cairo Attractions
- The Egyptian Museum
- The National Museum of Egypt
- The Hanging Church
- Amr Ibn Al Aas Mosque
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Islamic Attractions
- Salah El Din Citadel
- Mohamed Ali Mosque
- Al Rifai Mosque
- Sultan Hassan Mosque
Alexandria Attractions Part 1
- Qaitbay Citadel
- Pompey’s Pillar
- The Catacombs
- Alexandria Library
Cairo Palaces
- Mohamed Ali Palace
- Abdeen Palace
- Baron Palace
Alexandria Attractions Part 2
- Morsi Abu Abbas Mosque
- Montazah Gardens
- Saint Mark’s Church
Tour Inclusions
12 Day Egypt Tour Package include
- 5 nights accommodation at 5* hotel in Cairo on a bed and breakfast basis.
- 1-night accommodation at a 5* hotel in Alexandria on a bed and breakfast basis.
- 5 nights accommodation at 5* hotel in Sherm El Sheik on an all-inclusive basis.
- Domestic Flights { Cairo to Sharm / Sharm to Cairo}
- Meet and assist service at Cairo International Airport.
- All your tours and excursions are by a modern A/C car.
- The service of meet and assist at all your destinations.
- Egyptologist tour guide throughout your tours.
- All transfers by modern cars.
- Admission fees to all the sights which are mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
- All service charges and taxes.
Tour Exclusions
12 Day Egypt Tour Package exclude
- International Airfare.
- Egypt entry visa.
- Drinks and any personal expenses.
- Tipping.
Tour Itinerary
Detailed itinerary of the 12 Day Egypt Tour Package of Cairo, Alexandria, and Sharm
Day 1: Arrival in Egypt, followed by the Pyramids Sound & Light Show: Our consultant will be ready for you when you arrive in Egypt to assist with your entrance paperwork and baggage. You’ll be driven to your hotel so you may check in and unwind.
You will go at night with your tour guide to the magnificent Giza Plateau Sound and Light Show to see and hear the history of ancient Egypt come to life in the most enchanting and unforgettable way.
After the sound and light display are through, you’ll have supper at a restaurant in downtown Cairo before returning to your hotel.
Food: Dinner
Day 2: Visit Memphis, Saqqara, and the Pyramids: You will meet your Egyptologist tour guide after breakfast to begin your 12 Day Egypt Tour Package at one of the fabled marvels of Giza:
Egyptian Pyramids in Giza: The Great Pyramids of the Fourth Dynasty, the Sphinx, and other ancient structures may all be found on the Giza Pyramids Plateau, one of the oldest archaeological sites on the planet. It dates back more than 4500 years.
The Great Pyramid: The Pyramid of Khufu is a heavenly structure that was created as a tomb by Khufu’s Vizier Hemiunu during the 26th century BC. It took 27 years for the pyramid to be completed, and it eventually became one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the oldest one to still be completely intact.
The Great Sphinx: The well-known Great Sphinx of Pharaoh Khafre, who reigned from 2558 to 2532 BC, was carved out of limestone bedrock to display King Khafre’s face characteristics combined with the body of the sphinx, a legendary monster with a human head and a human body.
The Valley Temple: The Valley Temple is a unique building designed to mummify monarchs’ remains to prepare them for burial under pressure. Red granite megalithic columns and alabaster flooring serve as the building’s structure. There are also sculptures of Khafre within.
After eating lunch with a view of the Pyramids or the Nile, go on to:
Step Pyramid of Saqqara: The Saqqara Step Pyramid, the first of its type, was created by the renowned Imhotep and constructed for Pharaoh Djoser in the 27th century BC. With a height of 62.5 m, it is by far the first significant man-made edifice composed of cut stone (205 ft).
City of Memphis: Memphis City was established by Pharaoh Menes to serve as the first recognized capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom and to commemorate the deity Ptah of Craftsmanship. It is located 20 kilometers (12 miles) south of Cairo close to the Nile Delta. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.
To spend the night, you will return to your hotel in Cairo.
breakfast and lunch
Day 3: Fly to Sharm El Sheikh after seeing Cairo attractions: Together with your tour guide, you will have breakfast and then:
The Egyptian Museum: One of the earliest structures of its sort, the Egyptian Museum was constructed in 1901 to house more than 120.000 objects from all the many eras of ancient Egyptian history.
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization: The NMEC is a fantastic museum that was constructed in 2017 to display Egypt’s whole history and culture, from ancient times to the present. It has over 40.000 pieces of antiquities, including all the mummies of some of history’s most illustrious kings and queens.
In Cairo, lunch will be provided in a neighborhood eatery before visiting:
The Hanging Church: On the same site where the holy family once resided, the Hanging Church of the Virgin Mary, also known as the Staircase Church, was constructed in the third century.
Mosque of Amr Ibn Al Ass: The Amr Ibn Al-as Mosque, which dates back to 640 AD, is the earliest mosque ever constructed in Egypt and all of Africa. It has some of the most spectacular examples of authentic Islamic architecture and has been expanded and rebuilt several times throughout history.
Synagogue of Ben Ezra: In the center of Cairo and built in 882 AD, the Ben Ezra Synagogue is a unique building and the only one of its sort.
Market in Khan El Khalili: Since Sultan Barguq’s rule in the Mamluk period, which took place between 1382 and 1389 AD, the Khan EL Khalili Bazaar has been the ideal location for shopping. The street will be crowded with a wide variety of uncommon and exotic goods that are only available in Cairo.
We will transport you to the Cairo airport at the end of the day so you can catch your trip to Sharm El Sheik.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4: Red Sea Scuba Diving: After being driven from the airport to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh, where you may check-in and unwind, you will meet your snorkeling teacher to start your underwater exploration of the rare and vibrant species and magnificent coral reefs.
Finally, you’ll make your way to your hotel to spend the night.
Meals: Soft drinks, breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5: Super Safari Across the Sinia Desert: Together with your tour guide, you’ll go to the southern Sinai’s core to see the majestic Mount Sinai and discover the region’s complete natural beauty and serenity.
Meals: Soft drinks, breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 6: Sharm El Sheik: You will have a day off in Sharm El Sheik to take full advantage of your journey across the amazing Red Sea.
Meals: Soft drinks, breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 7: Visit the magnificent Saint Catherine Monastery: Your day will begin at 3:30 AM when you get to the summit of the mountain in time to see the glorious Sunrise. After that, descend till you reach the mouth gap at the base of Mount Sinai, which is where Saint Catherine City is situated.
Saint Catherine Monastery: Where the prophet Moses saw the burning bush when Justinian I established the monastery of Saint Catherine in 565 AD. The oldest continuously running library in the world is housed there, along with many other outstanding features, making it one of the world’s oldest operational Christian monasteries.
Returning to Sharm el Sheik, you’ll spend the night at your hotel.
Meals: Soft drinks, breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 8: Discover Islamic Cairo’s Wonders: After eating breakfast, and leaving your hotel to catch your flight to Cairo, you’ll check into a hotel there before exploring:
Citadel of Salah El Din: The fabled Salah El-Din castle was built by Saladin in 1174 AD and stood there until 1848. It is situated on Cairo’s highest point. From the 13th through the 19th centuries, it served as the principal administrative center for more than 700 years. In 1976, it was included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for Islamic Cairo.
Mosque of Mohamed Ali: The Salah El-Din fortress, which was constructed in 1848 AD as an outstanding example of Ottoman architecture and the most exquisite Islamic ornamentation, houses the Mohamed Ali mosque.
After lunch, you’ll continue your Egypt trip to:
Madrassa-Mosque of Sultan Hassan: The Sultan Hassan Mosque-Madrassa is a stunning golden building that was erected in 1363 AD to house some remarkable architectural features and the most stunning historical artifacts from the Islamic era.
Mosque of Al Rifai: The Golden Sultan Hassan mosque, which was built between 1356 and 1363, is next to the Al Rifai mosque. The Mosque is a remarkable example of both sophisticated Egyptian architecture and the golden age of Islam.
You’ll spend the night at your Cairo hotel.
breakfast and lunch
Day 9: Visit the Legendary City of Alexandria: Following breakfast, you will go with your tour guide to some of Alexandria’s treasures, including:
Kom El Shoqafa’s catacombs: The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa are a very special attraction that was created in the second century AD and were one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages. It is a tomb for a single Greco-Roman family that combines Roman and Hellenistic elements with Egyptian burial practices.
Pompey’s Pillar: Diocletian the Roman emperor was honored with the construction of Pompey’s Pillar, a Roman triumphal column, in the year 300 AD. The summit of the pillar was said to contain General Pompey’s bones.
Having lunch with a view of the water in Alexandria, proceed to:
Citadel of Qaitbay: The magnificent Qaitbey Citadel was constructed in the 15th century on top of the old Alexandria Lighthouse using boulders that were rescued from it.
Alexandria Library: The sixth-largest francophone library in the world, the contemporary Bibliotheca Alexandria was founded in 2002 and spans 20000 square meters, housing several internal museums, art galleries, labs, and other cultural institutions.
For the night, you will return to your accommodation in Alexandria.
breakfast and lunch
Day 10: Keep Your Magical Vacation in Alexandria Going: After a leisurely breakfast at your accommodation, join your tour guide to go to:
Mosque of Morsi Abu Abbas: The Morsi Abu Abbas Mosque, one of Alexandria’s oldest mosques, was constructed in 1307 for Saint Abu Abbas Al Mursi. It has undergone several renovations and was significantly influenced by the historic Cairo architecture of Egypt.
Church of Saint Mark: The former seat of the pope of Alexandria is the Saint Mark Orthodox Cathedral Church. After a supernatural occurrence, St. Mark the Evangelist built it in 42 AD.
After enjoying a meal at a restaurant, continue your trip by going to:
Gardens of Montazah: Khedive Abbas II built the Montaza Royal Gardens in 1892; it has a variety of unique species and the most breathtaking vistas.
Statue of Alexander the Great: Sculptors from Alexandria named Constantinos Baliou Logos created the statue of Alexander the Great in 332 BC.
After the trip, take transport back to your accommodation in Cairo for the night.
breakfast and lunch
Day 11: Have A Fantastic Palaces Day: After eating breakfast, you will go with your tour guide to some of Cairo’s magnificent palaces, including:
Palace of Mohammed Ali: Mohammed Ali Tewfik constructed the magnificent Mohammed Ali Palace in 1875 AD in Minimal, a district of southern Cairo, and it is a monument to luxury.
Right now, it serves as a home museum showing the glitz and creativity of the royal class. It combines many items of art, furniture, clothes, silverware, and ancient texts from the Middle Ages with various architectural styles, primarily Islamic and European.
Once you’ve had lunch, continue to:
Abdeen Palace: The presidential palace and previous official residence of Egypt’s royal dynasty is the Abdeen Palace in Cairo. It cost 2.7 million pounds to build between 1863 and 1874 AD. The palace is a veritable epicenter of regal splendor; among its numerous museums are those dedicated to the royal family, arms, presidential gifts, silver, and historical documents, which house the most fascinating relics.
Baron Palace: The Baron Empain’s Palace, also known as Le Palais Hindou or “The Hindu Palace,” is a priceless treasure that Belgian merchant Edward Louis Joseph Empain constructed between 1907 and 1911. It is renowned for offering a distinctive viewpoint on the field of foreign Indian architecture.
To spend the night, you will return to your hotel.
breakfast and lunch
Day 12: Fly home on your last day: Your 12 Day Egypt Tour Package will come to an end when you have breakfast at the hotel, check out, and are driven to the airport to catch your flight home.
Dining: Breakfast
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