8-Day Egypt Group Tour: Cairo, Nile & Red Sea

8-Day Group Tour Itinerary

1st day: Arrival and Sound and Light Show in Cairo

• Arrival: Upon arrival at Cairo airport, staff will assist with luggage and immigration. Transfer to a 5-star hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
• Evening: Enjoy the Sound and Light Show at the Giza Pyramid complex, followed by dinner and overnight at the hotel.
• Meals: Dinner

2nd day: Egyptian Museum and Giza Complex

• Morning: Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for the Giza Pyramids Complex, including:
  • The Great Pyramid: Built around 2600 BC, it stands 147 meters tall.
  • The Great Sphinx: A limestone statue carved around 2500 BC.
  • The Valley Temple: An ancient mummification facility.
• Lunch: Enjoy lunch with views of the Pyramids and Nile.
• Afternoon: Visit the Egyptian Museum, which houses priceless antiquities.
• Evening: Flight to Aswan and check-in on a luxury Nile cruise for dinner and overnight.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

3rd day: Discover Aswan’s Attractions

• Morning: Breakfast on the cruise, then visit:
  • The Unfinished Obelisk: Insight into ancient stone cutting.
  • Temple of Philae: Dedicated to the goddess Isis, relocated to Agilkia Island.
• Lunch and Dinner: Onboard the cruise, overnight on the cruise.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 4: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples

• Morning: Breakfast on the cruise, then visit:
  • Temple of Edfu: Site of the battle between Horus and Set.
  • Temple of Kom Ombo: Dedicated to Horus and Sobek.
• Lunch and Dinner: Aboard the Nile cruise, overnight on the cruise.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

5th day: Luxor’s Magnificent Wonders

• Morning: Breakfast on the cruise and check-out. Visit:
  • Valley of the Kings: Home to 63 tombs of ancient rulers.
  • Temple of Hatshepsut: A stunning example of classical architecture.
• Lunch: Local cuisine before visiting:
  • Colossi of Memnon: Statues of Amenhotep III.
  • Sacred Complex of Karnak: Major religious center from 2000 BC to 30 BC.
• Evening: Transfer to a 5-star hotel in Hurghada for overnight.
• Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 6: Hurghada Sahara Safari

• Morning: Breakfast, then embark on a Sahara safari to a Bedouin village for a barbecue dinner and drinks.
• Evening: Return to the Hurghada hotel for overnight.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

7th day: Red Sea Snorkeling

• Morning: After breakfast, meet the snorkeling instructor to explore vibrant marine life.
• Lunch: Enjoy a group meal.
• Evening: Flight to Cairo and check-in at a hotel for overnight.
• Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Last day: Departure

• Morning: Breakfast before heading to the airport for flights home, concluding the tour.
• Meals: Breakfast

This itinerary provides a well-rounded experience of Egypt’s rich history and stunning landscapes. Enjoy your adventure!