9 Days in Egypt: Cairo, Abu Simbel, Aswan, Luxor and Hurghada Vacation

Your adventure kicks off with a warm welcome by our Egypt Tours Group representative at Cairo International Airport who will be helping you with the customs formalities and luggage claim. Next, you will be chauffeured by a modern A/C vehicle to check in one of our 5-star hotels in Cairo.

Then, you will head out in the evening to enjoy:

Nile River Dinner Cruise:

Embark an adorning boat to enjoy a mesmerizing dinner meal and some folklore tannura and spinning dervishes’ shows while you are sailing the colorful Nile River. Once finished, we drive you to our hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.

Meals: Dinner

After breakfast, you will start an in-depth exploration in Giza’s architectural masterpieces with a highly expertized guide and a private driver:

Giza Pyramids Complex:

The Giza Necropolis displays an image of grace of brilliance that stood the test of time.

It’s the lifetime heritage of Egypt that portrays the greatest marvels of ancient Egyptian architecture. The site boasts the three known pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus and the iconic Sphinx as well.

The Great Pyramid of Khufu:

The Great Pyramid of Giza belongs to Pharaoh Khufu (2609-2584 BC) as the most enormous creation on earth for 3800 years.

The obstruction process of this great project took 20 years and utilized more than 100,000 Egyptian workers. The Khufu’s Pyramid hosts the king's chamber and his possessions in an exceptional portrait.

The Great Sphinx:

The Sphinx is the phenomenal hero of Giza Plateau, which stood throughout the years as the guardian of the Giza marvels. It was one of the most significant relics in Egypt, which created by King Khafre (2558-2532 BC) to be an indication of his power and wisdom.

This giant creation was carved of colossal limestone with a height of 20 meters, a length of 73 meters and a width of 19 meters.

The Valley Temple:

Pharaoh Khafre (2558-2532 BC) established the timeless Valley Temple, which is decorated by 16 huge limestone pillars covered with reddish granite to be the main center of purification and mummification processes of the 4th dynasty’s pharaohs before they were transported to their pyramids for burial.

Next, your lunch is proceeded at an Egyptian restaurant then you head out to:

Saqqara Step Pyramid:

Pharaoh Djoser of the 3rd dynasty (2670-2650 BC) established his stepped pyramid at Saqqara necropolis to be the first pyramid to be constructed in history.

This abnormal structure, which is composed of six gradual massive steps, reaches a height of 63 meters and proudly hosts the mummy of the pharaoh and his valuable belongings.

Memphis City:

King Narmar had found out Memphis City, which is located at the entrance of the Nile Valley, in 2925 BC. Memphis is the oldest capital city of the country and it stood as a glorious religious center, which is dedicated to the God Ptah.

Afterwards, we will transport you to Cairo Airport to catch your domestic flight to Aswan. Once in Aswan, Egypt Tours Group transfers you to 5-star hotel to check in. Overnight in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast boxes then you will be taken in the early morning by a private vehicle to join your personal guide and visit:

The fabulous Abu Simbel Temples are the greatest achievements of Pharaoh Ramesses II (1279-1213 BC) which is completed in 1264 BC.

Abu Simbel is one of the most eye-catching monuments in Egypt, which includes two twin temples of glory and brilliance.

Abu Simbel is related to a mysterious phenomenon of Abu Simbel Sun Festival that happens on the 22nd of February and the 22nd of October each year.

Finally, we will transport you back to Aswan for lunch stop at a Nile-view restaurant then we drop you off at our hotel. Overnight in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel then you will meet up with your Egyptologist to allure:

Aswan High Dam:

The High Dam is an advanced engineering feat on Egypt's southern borders, ordered by President Gamal Abdul Nasser during the 1960s.

The dam was one of the most essential projects, whose role was to protect the monumental masterpieces of Nubia against floods. Then, it became a precious source of energy.

The Unfinished Obelisk:

The Unfinished Obelisk immortalizes the greatest model of ancient Egyptian architecture. This enchanting symbol, with a height of 40 meters, represents the largest obelisk ever made by humans on earth.

It was carved to commemorate the legacy of Queen Hatshepsut (1508- 1458 BC) and still stands as one of the queen's best-preserved accomplishments.

Philae Temple:

The mythical Philae Temple narrates the most fantastic story ever known about the sacrifice of goddess Isis to her husband along its great walls which are found on the Island of Agilika.

The temple, which is one of the must-see monuments in Egypt, came into existence during the Ptolemaic reign between 380-362 BC.

This is the time for an oriental lunch at a good Egyptian restaurant before you catch 1st class train to Luxor.

Upon reaching Luxor, we transfer you from the train station to our 5-star hotel in Luxor to check in. Overnight in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Today, a cultural and architectural vast trove in Luxor beyond compare awaits your exploration, including:

Valley of the Kings

The Valley of the Kings is a royal burial site which is composed of 63 tombs of the greatest Pharaohs and some influential figures of the New Kingdom (1570-1050 BC) who ruled the country during the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties.

The site has stood in testament to the grace and brilliance of its age, displaying a large collection of relics, mummies and sarcophagus.

Queen Hatshepsut Temple

The legendary mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut (1508- 1458 BC) is representative evidence of the brilliance of the ancient Egyptian architecture.

It was made of three wonderful terraces carved in the cliffs of the Deir El Bahari to glorify the achievements, which were carried out during the queen’s reign.

Colossi of Memnon

The thrilling Colossi of Memnon are twin giant seated sculptures carved from quartzite sandstone.

The monument stood through time at the entrance of Luxor West Bank, which was 18 meters in length to commemorate Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1391-1353 BC). It was rebuilt during the Greco-Roman reign.

A delectable lunch awaits you at a Nile-view restaurant then you will continue to move to:

Karnak Temple Complex:

The mythical preserved village of the Karnak Temple is the largest worship attraction in Ancient Egypt.

It was established during the reign of Senusret I in 1971 BC and gained the nickname of the most selected place. It became the religious capital of Thebes to honor the gods Amon-Re, Mut, and Montu.

Now, the Luxor excursion is concluded and we will drive to Hurghada by a private vehicle to check into our 5* hotel in Hurghada. Overnight in Hurghada.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

On the 6th day of 9 days Cairo, Aswan, Luxor and Hurghada tour, you will have a valuable opportunity to enjoy:

Snorkeling Excursions in Hurghada

A magical Snorkeling adventure through the majestic waters of Hurghada to discover the treasures of the Red Sea and behold the heavenly underwater life while you are watching the colorful sea creatures and wonderful corals. Then we drive you back to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Soft Drinks

A delightful breakfast at the hotel then you will travel to Hurghada’s desert by quad biking

Desert Safari by Quads in Hurghada

Marvel at the mesmerizing highlights of the Sahara through Desert Safari trip and enjoy B.B.Q dinner while you witnessing the Bedouin culture and traditions. Afterwards, we transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Hurghada.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Soft Drinks

Check out after a mouthwatering breakfast at the hotel then you will escort our driver to Hurghada Airport for an-hour domestic flight to Cairo where you will meet your local guide up to cover the best of Cairo highlights:

The Egyptian Museum:

The Egyptian Museum of Antiquities is one of the largest monumental museums in the world and the finest exhibition of ancient Egyptian heritage.

It is situated at Tahrir Square in the heart of Cairo's capital city and was founded in 1902 to display the valuable gems, relics, and artifacts of Egypt's immortal civilization.

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization:

The NMEC is a divine host to a vast collection of monuments, statues, and precious objects spanning over 4000 years.

The museum, which is located in El Fustat city, displays more than 50,000 relics plus a majestic hall of mummies, showcasing the brilliance of ancient Egyptian civilization.

Proceed to an Egyptian restaurant for having an appealing lunch then you will head out to visit:

The Hanging Church:

The blessed Hanging Church is the greatest Coptic symbols in Egypt, spanning over centuries, which came into existence during the 5th century AD.

The church took the name “Hanging” due to its distinctive location on the gatehouse of the Roman Babylon Fortress where the Holy Family had settled down during their time in Egypt.

Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque

Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque is situated in Fustat in the Old Cairo district. It was the first mosque established in Africa after Amr Ibn Al-Aas arrived in Egypt in 641 AD.

This extraordinary mosque stood through the years as the best everlasting Islamic representation in history.

Ben Ezra Synagogue

The Ben Ezra Synagogue is regarded as one of the oldest Jewish sites in Egypt. It's thought that it was originally a Coptic Orthodox church that was sold to a member of the Jewish community in Egypt in 882 AD.

Then, it was named after Abraham Ibn Ezra, a Jewish religious scholar and Philosopher.

Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar:

Khan El Khalili is a popular Egyptian bazaar, dating back to the Mamluk period, which acted as an essential center of trade for centuries. It's regarded as one of the must-see attractions in Cairo for tourists where they can purchase souvenirs, clothes, perfumes and more.

Next, we will transport you to our 5-star hotel in Cairo to spend the night. Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Check out after having your appetizing breakfast, then we will drive in a modern A/C coach to Cairo Airport for your flight back home to conclude your 9 Days Cairo, Abu Simbel, Aswan, Luxor & Hurghada Vacation.

Meals: Breakfast