US$1799

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Egypt in 8 Days: A Grand Bus Tour

Take advantage of our enticing 8-day bus Tour Package featuring Cairo and Upper Egypt. Enjoy stunning views of the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, with overnight stays in Luxor to explore the Valley of the Kings and the Avenue of Sphinxes at Karnak Temple. Experience charm and history on a private tour, including visits to the ancient capital of Amarna to see the monuments of Queen Nefertiti and King Akhenaten. Check out the detailed tour schedule below and share your thoughts before embarking on your journey to the Land of the Pharaohs!

Tour Itinerary

8-Day Bus Tour Itinerary in Egypt

1st day: Arrival in Cairo

Arrive at Cairo Airport, where you will be welcomed and assisted with airport formalities.
Transfer to your hotel in Cairo for check-in and overnight stay.

2nd day: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara, and Memphis

After breakfast, embark on a tour of the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara Step Pyramid, and the ancient city of Memphis, including the Memphis Museum.
Return to your hotel for the night.

3rd day: Luxor Sightseeing

Enjoy breakfast at your Cairo hotel before transferring to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Luxor.
Upon arrival, begin your tours of Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
Check in at your Luxor hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Luxor Exploration

After breakfast, visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Return to your hotel in Luxor for the night.

5th day: Luxor to Dendara and Abydos

After breakfast, head to the Temple of Dendara for a guided tour.
Continue to Abydos to explore the Temple of Osiris.
Transfer to El-Menia and check in at the Horus Hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 6: Amarna and Return to Cairo

Enjoy breakfast at the Horus Hotel before visiting Amarna, Tuna El-Gebel, and the Beni Hassan Tombs (subject to accessibility).
Transfer back to Cairo, check in at your hotel, and overnight.

7th day: Cairo Sightseeing

After breakfast, explore the National Museum of Civilization, Coptic Cairo, Islamic Cairo, and the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar.
Return to your hotel for the night.

Last day: Departure from Cairo

After breakfast, you will be picked up and transferred to Cairo International Airport for your departure.

This 8-day Egypt Tour Package offers a comprehensive exploration of Cairo, Luxor, Dendara, Abydos, and Amarna, ensuring an unforgettable experience in the land of the Pharaohs!

Tour Inclusions

Accommodation
Transfers
Tours
Entrance fees
Private tour guide
Mineral bottled water
Meals as mentioned
All taxes and fees
All transportation

Tour Exclusions

Tour Highlights

Giza Pyramids
Sphinx
Cairo Museums
Coptic and Islamic Cairo
Khan El Khalili Tourist Bazaar
El Menya highlights
Luxor highlights
Dendara and Abydos Temples

Prices

Price is quoted per person in USD

Solo Traveler: $ +70% of adult rate
2 to 3 people: $1799
4 to 6 people: $1599

Feel free to share your comments with us so we can make your tour tailored to your liking by adding or removing tours from the itinerary to suit your preference and requirements.

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Price varies depending on your group size

0 – 05.99 Free of Charge
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12+ pay full tour price per adult person.
Notes: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

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Like two days of touring in one day!

I had a 12 hour stay in Cairo- and had made no plans on how to spend it until 8pm the night before departure. I emailed Egypt Fun Tours in a panic and they responded immediately. They made it incredibly easy to arrange a tour and we made arrangements via

Goes well beyond “tour”

I am tempted to say “my friend Hani” runs an amazing service, because that is how he makes you feel. I first went on the 9-hour layover tour in summer 2011. Hani and driver picked me up at the airport at 3am, and by the time I left at noon

Cairo Day Trip

Great trip organised. I had a 12-hour layover in Cairo and had a great time with Sherif, who answered every question I had on ancient Egypt. Highly recommend.

Good but did not get what I paid for…

I had an 11 hour layover in Cairo. I wrote to them based on recent reviews for them on this site. After a few email exchanges with Hati, who I think is one of the owners, I was ready to get there. I was greeted by Hatem, a very good

Islamic cairo and khan el khalili- great tour

Wonderful tour with the guide Hamada. I did not feel rushed at all. He explained a lot of facts about the city, the mosque, the water storage room, and also brought me to no-hassle shops. He picked a great place to eat and have Turkish coffee and a cold lemon

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Mohamed is Very Kind Person

Mohamed. I just want to thank you again for your kindness. You made our trip memorable. Give your family and the Egypt Fun Tours crew all my love and thank them again for me. Take care. Enjoy the season! Love. Linda