US$2000

Varies by group size

Magical Egypt itinerary 9 Days

Our 9-day classic Egypt tour offers the ideal opportunity to enjoy the ultimate vacation. This carefully crafted itinerary is a deluxe journey to Egypt’s most stunning sites, including the highlights of Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, and Aswan. From the grandeur of the Giza Pyramids to the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum, you will discover the rich history of this ancient land. A highlight of this 9-day tour itinerary is the luxurious Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan, where you’ll visit magnificent temples such as the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple. Don’t miss this opportunity to embark on a seamless and unforgettable adventure.

Tour Itinerary

9-Day Classic Egypt Tour Itinerary

1st day: Welcome to Egypt

Arrive in Cairo, where our representative will assist you with passport formalities and transfer you to a 5-star hotel. In the evening, enjoy a dinner cruise on the Nile before returning to your hotel for the night.

2nd day: Explore the Giza Pyramids

After breakfast, meet your guide to visit the Giza Pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then visit the Step Pyramid of Saqqara, the first large-scale stone building in history. Return to your hotel in Cairo for the night.

3rd day: Discover Alexandria

Travel to Alexandria with your Egyptologist guide to see the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, and the Citadel of Qaitbay. After lunch at a seafood restaurant, visit the Alexandria Library, one of the world’s greatest literary institutions. Return to your hotel in Cairo for the night.

Day 4: Fly to Aswan

After breakfast, check out and fly to Aswan. Visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Enjoy lunch on a 5-star luxury Nile cruise and spend the night on board.

5th day: Visit Kom Ombo Temple

Start your day with a visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo, overlooking the Nile. This unique temple features two separate temples, each with its entrance and sanctuaries.

Day 6: Explore Edfu Temple

Visit the Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the god Horus and known as the best-preserved Greco-Roman structure in Egypt, showcasing scenes of Horus’s victory over Seth. After lunch, set sail for Luxor and spend the night on board.

7th day: Discover Luxor

After breakfast, check out from the ship and explore Luxor with your guide in a private vehicle. Visit:

Valley of the Kings: The burial site of pharaohs, including Ramses II and Tutankhamun, with well-preserved tombs.
Temple of Hatshepsut: A stunning three-tiered temple dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut.
Memnon’s Colossi: Two massive statues of King Amenhotep III, remnants of his funerary temple.

Enjoy lunch on a nearby island and conclude your day at the Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in Egypt. Transfer to a 5-star hotel in Luxor for the night.

Day 8: Explore Cairo

After breakfast, fly from Luxor to Cairo. Visit the Egyptian Museum, home to over 250,000 artifacts, including treasures from Tutankhamun’s tomb. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then explore:

Mosque of Amr Ibn Al Aas: The oldest mosque in Egypt, built in 642 A.D.
Hanging Church: One of Egypt’s oldest churches, built over the Babylon Fortress.
Synagogue of Ben Ezra: The oldest surviving synagogue in Egypt, dating back to the 4th century.
National Museum of Egyptian Civilization: Showcasing Egypt’s cultural treasures.
Khan El Khalili Market: The oldest and most famous market in the Middle East.

Return to your hotel in Cairo for the night.

Last day: Departure

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight home, concluding your unforgettable trip to Egypt.

Tour Inclusions

9-Day Classic Egypt Tour includes

Pick-up service at Cairo Airport.
4 nights’ accommodation in a 5-star hotel in Cairo.
3 nights of accommodation in a 5-star Deluxe cruise.
1 night of accommodation in a 5-star hotel in Luxor.
Domestic flight tickets (Cairo–Aswan).
Domestic flight tickets (Luxor–Cairo).
Entrance fees to all sites as in the itinerary.
All transfers by private A.C. cars.
The service of meet and assist at all your destinations.
An expert tour guide.
All service charges and taxes

Tour Exclusions

International Airfare.
Egypt’s entry visa.
Tipping.

Tour Highlights

9-Day Classic Egypt Tour Highlights

Cairo Highlights

Giza Pyramids Complex
Saqqara Step Pyramid
Old Cairo Landmarks
The Egyptian Museum

Alexandria Highlights

The Catacombs
Pompey’s Pillar
Qaitbay Citadel
Alexandria Library

Aswan Highlights

The High Dam
The Unfinished Obelisk
Philae Temple
Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples

Luxor Highlights

Valley of the Kings
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak Temples

Prices

Price is quoted per person in USD

Solo Traveler: +70% of adult rate
2 to 3 people: $2050
4 to 6 people: $2000

To meet your demands and fit your requirements, you may offer your opinions about including or omitting any trips from the Highlights of Egypt Tour Itinerary schedule.

Why Travel With Us?

Expertise: Tours led by licensed Egyptologists with 20+ years of field
Comfort: Door-to-door private transportation in premium, AC-equipped vehicles.
Peace of Mind: 24/7 on-ground support to ensure your trip is flawless.
Local Authority: Research-backed itineraries that reveal the "hidden" Egypt.

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Flexible Booking

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Price varies depending on your group size

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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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