7-Day Classic Egypt Tour Itinerary
1st day: Arrival in Cairo
Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, Egypt Fun Tours will assist you with your luggage and passport procedures. You will then be transferred to a five-star hotel for check-in. In the evening, enjoy a dinner cruise on the Nile, featuring a vibrant belly dance performance and a folklore band with the iconic Tannoura spin. Return to your hotel for the night.
2nd day: Egyptian Museum and Giza Pyramids
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and meet your private Egyptologist guide. Begin your exploration at the Giza Pyramids Complex, which includes the three great pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. After lunch with a view of the Pyramids or the Nile, visit the Egyptian Museum, home to over 120,000 artifacts, including treasures from King Tutankhamun. After your tour, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Check into your luxury Nile cruise for the night.
3rd day: Attractions in Aswan
Enjoy breakfast on board before visiting the Aswan High Dam, which controls the Nile’s flow and creates Lake Nasser. Next, see the Unfinished Obelisk, a testament to ancient Egyptian engineering. Visit the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, which was relocated to Agilkia Island to preserve it from flooding. Return to your cruise for lunch and an overnight stay.
Day 4: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples
After breakfast, visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, known for its unique double design dedicated to the gods Horus and Sobek. After lunch, continue to the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to the sky god Horus. Spend the night on board as you sail towards Luxor.
5th day: Luxor Nile Cruise and Monument Tour
Savor your breakfast and disembark from the Nile cruise. Join your tour guide in a private air-conditioned vehicle to explore Luxor’s highlights, starting with:
- Valley of the Kings: This UNESCO World Heritage Site served as the burial ground for New Kingdom pharaohs (1570-1070 BC), featuring 63 tombs, including those of Tutankhamun and Ramses II.
- Temple of Hatshepsut: Marvel at this magnificent temple dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut, showcasing stunning architecture and beautiful decorations.
- Colossi of Memnon: These two massive statues of Amenhotep III stand at 18 meters tall and are famous for the myth of the Vocal Memnon, which tells of the statue’s singing at dawn.
Enjoy a boat ride down the Nile River for lunch on an island. Afterward, visit:
- Temple of Karnak: One of the largest religious complexes in the world, dedicated to the Theban triad, featuring over 25 temples and chapels, obelisks, and magnificent columns.
After the tour, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight and check into a five-star hotel for the night.
Day 6: Visit Alexandria Landmarks
After breakfast, depart for Alexandria with your private Egyptologist guide. Explore the city’s highlights, including:
- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa: A unique necropolis blending ancient Egyptian and Greco-Roman styles, recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages.
- Pompey’s Pillar: The tallest monolithic column outside of Rome, standing at 28 meters, with a Greek inscription dedicated to Emperor Diocletian.
Enjoy lunch at a seafood restaurant before visiting:
- Citadel of Qaitbay: constructed in 1477 on the site of the ancient lighthouse, this fortress offers a glimpse into Alexandria’s history.
- Alexandria Library: A modern marvel honoring the ancient library, featuring a collection of books and cultural treasures.
After your tour, return to your hotel in Cairo for the night.
Last day: Conclusion of Your Egypt Classic Tour Package
Start your final day with breakfast, then transfer to the airport for your departure flight, concluding your seven-day Egypt Classic Tour. Safe travels home!
