8-Day Egypt Classic Tour
Overview
Experience the very best of ancient Egypt in just 8 days. Discover the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the treasures of Cairo, explore the legendary temples and royal tombs of Luxor, visit the magnificent temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, cruise through the highlights of Aswan, marvel at the monumental temples of Abu Simbel, and explore the Mediterranean city of Alexandria.
Cairo • Alexandria • Luxor • Edfu • Kom Ombo • Aswan • Abu Simbel
Highlights
- Pyramids of Giza & the Great Sphinx
- Saqqara & Memphis
- Egyptian Museum
- Saladin Citadel & Khan El Khalili
- Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Karnak & Luxor Temples
- Temple of Horus at Edfu
- Temple of Kom Ombo
- High Dam & Philae Temple
- Abu Simbel Temples
- Alexandria Library
- Roman Amphitheatre
- Pompey's Pillar
- Qaitbay Citadel
Included
- 7 nights accommodation in 5★ hotels
- 7 breakfasts and 6 lunches
- Domestic flights: Cairo → Luxor / Aswan → Cairo
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- All sightseeing tours mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to listed attractions
- Horse carriage at Edfu
- Taftaf at Valley of the Kings
- Motorboat to Philae Island
- Abu Simbel excursion by modern A/C vehicle
- Airport and hotel transfers
- Meet & assist services
- Portage when needed
- All service charges and taxes
Not Included
- International airfare
- Egyptian entry visa
- Personal expenses
- Optional tours and activities
- Tipping
Itinerary
Airport meet & assist, private transfer to your 5★ hotel, check-in and overnight in Cairo.
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, followed by lunch. Continue to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser, then visit the ancient capital of Memphis and its open-air museum.
Explore the Egyptian Museum and its remarkable collection of Pharaonic antiquities. After lunch, visit Saladin Citadel and finish the day exploring the historic Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Fly from Cairo to Luxor. Visit the Valley of the Kings, including the opportunity to enter the tomb of Tutankhamun, followed by Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. After lunch, explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Overnight in Luxor.
Travel to Edfu and visit the magnificent Temple of Horus. Continue to Kom Ombo to explore its unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Continue to Aswan, where you will visit the High Dam and sail by motorboat to Philae Temple. Overnight in Aswan.
Early departure to Abu Simbel to explore the spectacular temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. Return to Aswan and fly to Cairo. Transfer to your hotel for overnight.
Drive to Alexandria and visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman Amphitheatre, Pompey's Pillar and Qaitbay Citadel from outside. Return to Cairo and overnight.
Breakfast and check-out. Private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.
Price Policy
May – September
|
Room Type |
Price per Person |
|
Triple |
$1,675 |
|
Double |
$1,847 |
|
Single |
$2,755 |
October – April
|
Room Type |
Price per Person |
|
Triple |
$1,950 |
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Double |
$2,122 |
|
Single |
$3,135 |
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