13-Day Group Tour Itinerary
1st day: Sound and Light Show at Cairo Arrival
Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, our representative will assist the group with baggage and passport formalities. The group will transfer to their reserved 5-star hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle for check-in and relaxation.
In the evening, the group will visit the Giza Pyramid Complex for a spectacular sound and light show that narrates the story of ancient Egyptian civilization. After the show, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before returning to the hotel for the night.
- Meals: Dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Cairo
2nd day: Explore Memphis City & the Pyramids
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing in a private AC vehicle to explore:
- Giza Pyramids Complex:
- The Great Pyramid: the only intact wonder of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, built for Pharaoh Khufu.
- The Great Sphinx: a monumental statue with deep historical significance.
- The Valley Temple: constructed for the mummification of royal family members.
After lunch with views of the Pyramids and the Nile, continue to:
- Step Pyramid of Saqqara: The tomb complex of King Djoser, designed by Imhotep.
- City of Memphis: The ancient capital of Egypt, dedicated to the god Ptah.
Return to the hotel in Cairo for the night.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Cairo
3rd day: Travel to Alexandria, a Special City
After breakfast, the group will travel in a private A/C vehicle to visit:
- Kom El Shoqafa Catacombs: A unique fusion of ancient Egyptian and Hellenistic art from the Greco-Roman period.
- Pompey’s Pillar: A 33.85 m tall pillar built in 300 AD.
- Citadel of Qaitbay: A fortress built on the site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before visiting:
- Alexandria Library: A modern library housing an extensive collection of books and museums.
Return to the hotel in Cairo for the night.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Cairo
4th day: Fly to the Magnificent City of Aswan
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, meet your tour guide to explore:
- Aswan High Dam: constructed in the 1960s to generate hydroelectricity and control flooding.
- Unfinished Obelisk: A testament to ancient Egyptian craftsmanship.
- Temple of Philae: dedicated to the goddess Isis, built during the Ptolemaic dynasty.
Board your 5-star Nile cruise for lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight on the cruise
5th day: Visit the Mysterious Abu Simbel Temples
The group will receive breakfast boxes before traveling in a private A/C vehicle to visit:
- Abu Simbel Temples: Built by Ramses II to commemorate his victories and honor the gods and his wife, Queen Nefertari.
Return to the Nile Cruise for lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight on the cruise
Day 6: Tour Edfu and Kom Ombo’s Mythical Temples
Enjoy breakfast on the Nile Cruise before visiting:
- Temple of Kom Ombo: Built between 180 BC and 47 BC, this unique twin temple is dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder, preserving important knowledge about ancient Egyptian medicine and calendars.
- Temple of Edfu: Constructed between 237 BC and 57 BC, this well-preserved temple is dedicated to Horus and located on the site of his epic battle with Set.
Return to the cruise for lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight on the cruise
Day 7: Explore Luxor’s Heavenly Wonders
After breakfast, check out of the cruise and proceed with your tour guide to visit:
- Temple of Karnak: A vast temple complex that was the center of Egyptian religion for over 1,700 years, featuring the iconic Hypostyle Hall and the precincts of Amun-Re.
After lunch at a 5-star hotel in Luxor, continue in the evening to explore:
- Luxor Temple by Night: Built around 1400 BC, this temple was crucial for the Opet Festival, symbolizing the renewal of the kingdom.
Return to the hotel for the night.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Luxor
Day 8: Discover Western Luxor’s Wonders
After breakfast, check out and visit:
- The Kings’ Valley: The burial site of 63 tombs belonging to New Kingdom kings and queens.
- Temple of Hatshepsut: A mortuary temple dedicated to the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, showcasing classical New Kingdom architecture.
Enjoy lunch before visiting:
- Memnon’s Colossi: Two monumental statues of Amenhotep III, standing 18 meters tall.
Travel to Hurghada in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle and check into your hotel for the night.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Hurghada
Day 9: Free Day in Hurghada
Enjoy a free day to explore Hurghada, a beautiful resort city on the Red Sea. The group will have breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the hotel.
- Meals: Soft drinks, breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Hurghada
Day 10: Hurghada’s Red Sea Snorkeling
After breakfast, meet your snorkeling instructor for a guided tour of the vibrant underwater world of the Red Sea. Enjoy lunch and dinner at the hotel, followed by an overnight stay.
- Meals: Soft drinks, breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Hurghada
Day 11: Free Day in Hurghada
Another leisurely day in Hurghada allows the group to relax and explore. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the hotel.
- Meals: Soft drinks, breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Hurghada
Day 12: Travel to Cairo
After breakfast, check out and fly from Hurghada to Cairo. Begin your exploration with:
- The Egyptian Museum: Showcasing ancient Egypt’s treasures since 1901.
After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to:
- Citadel of Salah El Din: A historic fortress with museums and mosques.
- Mosque of Mohamed Ali: A stunning example of Ottoman architecture.
- National Museum of Egyptian Civilization: Opened in 2017, featuring 50,000 artifacts and a hall of mummies.
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar: A vibrant market perfect for shopping.
Return to the hotel in Cairo for the night.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch
- Flight: From Hurghada to Cairo
- Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Cairo
Last day: Finish Your 13 Days Group Tour Package
After breakfast, the tour concludes as the group is transferred to the airport for their flight home.
