13-Day Egypt Deluxe Tour: Cairo, Nile Cruise, Hurghada & More

13-Day Egypt Deluxe Tour Package Itinerary

1st day: Entry into Egypt – The Pharaoh’s Land

• Arrive at Cairo Airport, where a representative will assist with passport control and baggage handling.
• Transfer to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• In the evening, enjoy a dinner cruise featuring a vibrant belly dancing performance and the traditional Tannoura show.

2nd day: Memphis City and the Pyramids

• After breakfast, meet your private tour guide to explore the Giza Pyramid Complex:
  • The Great Pyramid: The oldest and largest of the three, built for King Khufu.
  • The Great Sphinx: The largest statue in the world, attributed to King Chephren.
  • The Valley Temple: The only remaining ancient funerary temple on the Giza plateau.
• Lunch at a Nile View restaurant, followed by visits to:
  • Step Pyramid of Saqqara: The oldest significant cut-stone structure, built during King Djoser’s reign.
  • City of Memphis: The first capital of Egypt, dedicated to the creator god Ptah.
• Return to your hotel in Cairo for the night.

3rd day: Alexandria’s Landmarks

• After breakfast, drive to Alexandria with your private guide to visit:
  • Kom El Shoqafa Catacombs: A Roman cemetery showcasing a mix of Roman and Egyptian architecture.
  • Pompey’s Pillar: A 25-meter granite column honoring Emperor Diocletian.
  • Citadel of Qaitbay: A 15th-century fortress on the Mediterranean coast.
• Enjoy lunch at a seafood restaurant and visit the Alexandria Library, a major literary institution.
• Return to your hotel in Cairo for the night.

Day 4: Fly to Aswan and Explore Highlights

• After breakfast, check out and fly to Aswan.
• Visit:
  • The High Dam: A significant construction for Egypt’s economy and culture.
  • The Unfinished Obelisk: The largest obelisk from antiquity, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut.
  • Temple of Philae: Dedicated to the goddess Isis, relocated to Agilkia Island for preservation.
• Check in to your 5-star luxury Nile cruise for lunch and an overnight stay.

5th day: Explore Abu Simbel Temples

• Early breakfast and then visit the Abu Simbel Temples, remarkable rock-cut structures built during Ramses II’s reign.
• Explore the beautifully decorated temples honoring Ramses II and his wife Nefertari.
• Return to your cruise for lunch and an overnight stay.

Day 6: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples

• Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, featuring two temples dedicated to different gods.
• Continue to Edfu to visit the Temple of Edfu, the best-preserved Greco-Roman structure in Egypt, dedicated to Horus.
• Enjoy lunch onboard and sail to Luxor, arriving late at night for an overnight stay on the cruise.

7th day: Visit Luxor East Bank Landmarks

• Enjoy breakfast and disembark the ship.
• Your tour guide will take you to:
  • Temple of Karnak: The largest temple complex ever built, covering 247 acres and showcasing the achievements of many pharaohs.
• After lunch, check-in at a 5-star hotel in Luxor.
• In the evening, visit Luxor Temple by Night, a significant site for the Opet Festival, primarily built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II.
• Return to your hotel for the night.

8th day: Travel to Hurghada after Visiting Luxor West Bank Landmarks

• After breakfast, check out and visit the West Bank with your Egyptologist guide:
  • Valley of the Kings: Burial site of pharaohs, including Ramses II and Tutankhamun, with well-preserved tomb decorations.
  • Temple of Hatshepsut: A stunning temple built on three levels, dedicated to the female pharaoh.
  • Colossi of Memnon: Two massive statues of King Amenhotep III.
• Enjoy lunch at a top restaurant in Luxor before traveling to Hurghada in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
• Check into a 5-star hotel for the remainder of the day.

9th day: Free Day in Hurghada

• Enjoy breakfast and relax on the beautiful beaches of Hurghada.

10th day: Snorkeling Excursion in Hurghada

• After breakfast, embark on a snorkeling trip to explore the vibrant marine life and stunning reefs of the Red Sea.
• Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

11th day: Free Day in Hurghada

• Spend another free day enjoying the beach and local activities in Hurghada.

12th day: Fly to Cairo and Tour the City

• After breakfast, check out and fly to Cairo.
• Join your private tour guide to visit:
  • The Egyptian Museum: Home to over 250,000 artifacts, including treasures from Tutankhamun’s tomb.
• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before visiting:
  • Citadel of Salah El Din: A historic fortress built in the 12th century.
  • Mosque of Mohamed Ali: Known as the Alabaster Mosque, built between 1830 and 1848.
  • National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC): Showcasing Egypt’s rich history and culture.
• Conclude your day with a visit to Khan El Khalili Market, the oldest market in the Middle East.
• Return to your hotel in Cairo for the night.

Last day: Conclude Your 13-Day Egypt Deluxe Tour Package

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
• Our representative will drive you to the airport and assist with departure procedures, concluding your unforgettable 13-day journey in Egypt.

This itinerary offers a luxurious exploration of Egypt’s rich history, culture, and stunning landscapes, ensuring a memorable travel experience!