Egypt Highlights – Unique Package

Welcome to Egypt, a country renowned for its historical sites and world wonders. Our journey commences in Cairo, the expansive capital of Egypt and the largest city in Africa.

To ensure you make the most of every aspect of your small group tour, we recommend arriving at your starting destination by 6:00 pm.

This evening, we’ll gather with our fellow travelers for a group welcome dinner.

Meals : Dinner

Our exploration of Egypt commences at the oldest structures in existence, the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. We’ll also visit the nearby Great Sphinx, featuring the body of a lion and the head of a king, often regarded as the national symbol of Egypt. Additionally, our tour includes a visit to a weaving workshop, providing an opportunity to purchase locally made Egyptian carpets.

Special Experience:

Savor the incredible views of the Great Pyramids of Giza while enjoying a delicious lunch at the 9 Pyramids Lounge.

We will also explore the Step Pyramid of Sakkara, believed to be designed by the famous vizier of King Zoser, Imhotep.

Special Experience:

Embark on a tour of the historic Serapeum of Sakkara, the burial place of the sacred Apis bulls.

Optional Excursion:

Immerse yourself in the Sound & Light Show at Giza, taking place on the Giza plateau at the Great Pyramids at night. Duration: 1.5 hours, starting from $65 per person .

Meals : Breakfast – Lunch.

Our day kicks off in the vibrant heart of Cairo with a visit to the world-renowned Egyptian Museum. Following that, we explore the 12th-century Saladin Citadel of Cairo and the Mohammed Ali Mosque, designed in classic Turkish style, reminiscent of the great mosques of Istanbul.

Our final destination is the 14th-century Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, a prominent souk in Cairo’s Islamic District. Renowned for its handmade crafts, it’s an ideal spot to relish a traditional Arabic coffee. Since prices are negotiable, make sure to hone your haggling skills!

Additionally, we’ll stop by a local jewelry shop specializing in customized gold and silver cartouches, available for purchase.

Meals : Breakfast – Lunch .

Today, we’ll transfer to Cairo airport by  flight to Aswan, the gateway to the incredible history, temples, and monuments of Upper Egypt. In a half-day tour, we’ll explore the High Dam and  Philae Temple on Agilkia Island.

check in at your hotel .

This afternoon,  Enjoy a traditional felucca sailboat, observing life along the riverbanks as our boat harnesses the gentle winds and currents.

Optional Excursion:

 the Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple at night. Duration: 2 hours, starting from $75 per person .

Meals : Breakfast.

Early this morning, we enjoy  a journey  to Abu Simbel. Our destination is the incredible UNESCO-listed twin temples of Abu Simbel, originally carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BC as a monument to himself and his queen, Nefertari.

After spending a few hours exploring the temples, we return to Aswan to board the Nile cruise ship.  and the afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast- Lunch -Dinner. 

Optional Excursion:

Explore the Nubian Village – Take a motorboat to a local village, visit a Nubian family, and enjoy tea in their home. Duration: 3 hours, starting from $75 per person, including a camel ride; from $65 per person without a camel ride. 

After breakfast,  tour to visit  Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the Two gods . We’ll then continue our cruise to Edfu, situated on the west bank of the Nile River between Esna and Aswan.

Edfu is renowned for the Temple of Horus, dedicated to the Falcon God, which we will visit this afternoon. This exceptionally well-preserved ancient temple ranks as one of the best in Egypt and is the second-largest after Karnak Temple. , we’ll cross the lock at Esna and continue towards Luxor.

Meals : Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner.

After enjoying breakfast, we will arrive in Luxor, situated on the east bank of the Nile River, surrounded by two remarkable ancient monuments. Our sightseeing adventure kicks off at the captivating Karnak Temple, dedicated to Pharaoh Amun. This monumental structure saw contributions from around 30 pharaohs over time, resulting in its impressive size.

Following that, we’ll explore Luxor Temple, once linked to Karnak Temple by a 3-kilometer-long Avenue of Sphinxes. Notably, Luxor Temple houses a 25-meter-tall pink granite obelisk, once part of a pair until the 1830s when one was gifted to France and now stands in the center of the Place de la Concorde in Paris. A visit to a local gallery will allow us to appreciate the ancient art of papyrus craft, with the option to purchase artwork to bring home.

OPTIONAL EXCURSION

Dendera Temple Complex – Explore one of the best-preserved temples and a crucial site in ancient Egypt. Duration: 5 hours – Minimum 4 participants required – Starting from $75 per person. 

OPTIONAL EXCURSION

Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple at night. Duration: 1.5 hours – Starting from $65 per person. 

Meals : Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner.

Today, we disembark from the Nile cruise ship after breakfast and embark on an exploration of the West Bank, often referred to as the world’s largest open-air museum.

During our half-day tour, our first stop is the awe-inspiring Valley of the Kings. Serving as a royal burial chamber for approximately 500 years, it houses the tombs of legendary kings and queens, along with their families and possessions for the afterlife.

Here, we’ll venture into tombs carved deep into the limestone rock, each following a similar pattern of three corridors, an antechamber, and a sarcophagus chamber.

Check in at Hotel .

SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Descend underground into Tutankhamun’s Tomb, adorned with intricate corridors, ancient artifacts, and well-preserved hieroglyphic paintings.

Next, we explore the Temple of Hatshepsut. Queen Hatshepsut, one of the few women to be given the title of pharaoh, left her mark on history. Our journey then takes us to the Colossi of Memnon, a historic landmark featuring two massive statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III.

A visit to a nearby alabaster workshop offers insight into the carving and crafting process of the locally quarried stone. There’s an opportunity to purchase a souvenir piece if desired.

The remainder of the afternoon is free for leisure.

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

Hot Air Balloon Ride over the West Bank in the early morning. Includes transport from the hotel. Duration: 1.5 hours – Starting from $170 per person .

Deir El Medina & Medinet Habu – Explore one of the most well-preserved ancient settlements in Egypt and the Mortuary Temple of Ramses II. Duration: 3 hours – Minimum 4 participants required – Starting from $105 per person, including Nobles Tombs; Starting from $160 per person, including Nefertari’s Tomb.

Meals : Breakfast.

Today,  we head to luxor  airport for our flight back to Cairo. Take advantage of some free time before joining the group for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

Check in the Hotel.

Meals : Breakfast- Dinner.

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS.

Coptic Cairo – Explore the ancient sites and culture of Coptic Christians in Old Cairo. Duration: 3 hours – Starting at $65 per person .

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS.

Islamic Cairo – Tour the Gayer Anderson Museum, Ibn Toulon Mosque, and El Sultan Hassan Mosque. Duration: 3 hours – Starting at $65 per person .

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

The Pyramids of Dahshur – Dahshur comprises the southernmost region of the Memphis Necropolis, featuring several pyramid complexes and monuments. Duration: 3 hours – Starting at $65 per person .

Today we bid a farewell to Egypt with many great memories ,as we begin our journey home .

All prices are charged in USD per person per trip. You can also pay us online via a secure payment gateway without any extra costs or surcharges.

The initial price is based on 1 adult in group size with the lowest price in the low season.Minimim to Book this tour is 2 persons.

for individual traveler, Please contact us at :sales@egyptworldtours.com

For entire trip including hotels and Nile cruises , we require a deposit of  30% to be paid in advance.

Egypt World Tours offers several payment methods:

1- On-Line Payment: 

Once your Booking is confirmed , we will send you a Payment Link to make your  payment secured.

2- Bank Transfer :

Upon confirming the booking, we will provide you with our Bank account details to make the Bank Transfer.

3-Payment Application Systems: 

You can pay using any payment application such as: PayPal, Wise, Wire,…..etc

The rest of Payment , will be paid upon arrival to Egypt with any suitable payment method.

For the day tours trips and package does not include accommodation , payment can be done on the day of the tour by credit card or one of the previous payment  methods.

In Toursim industry tipping represents one of the main sources of the income for the people who serve you.In Egypt world tours we think that we provide you with a simple process that let you pay the tipping amount at the time of booking. then this amount will be distributed among the local staff .Just enjoy your trip.

Note : This tipping system is not applicable to the optional trips during which the trip memebers participate in paying it after the end of each trip.

Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping of optional trips, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.

Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:

• For the visa fees, please check Visa and Passport Information.
• Additional transport that you require.
• Tipping for the optional trips.
• In case of unforeseen events like bad weather conditions and eventual international flight cancellations, you are responsible for extra hotel nights and meals.

• The whole amount will be charged if canceled less than 20 days before the check-in date.
• 50% of the whole amount will be charged if canceled  30  to 21  days before the check-in date.
• 30% of the whole amount will be charged if canceled  40  to 31  days before the check-in date.
• Free cancellation if canceled 50 to 41  days before the check-in date.

Yes, we will refund you based on our cancellation policy. The refund amount depends on the cancellation of the tour. If you want to make sure your money is refunded, we offer cancellation insurance for all tours. If you are not offered, please contact us!

Yes, modifications or additions to the tour can typically be accommodated, depending on availability and feasibility. Please contact us to discuss your specific requests.

We offer tours in multiple languages, including English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, and Arabic. Please inquire about availability for your preferred language.

Tour scheduling depends on various factors such as the type of tour, location, and availability of guides. However, many tours can be scheduled throughout the day. Please check with us for specific availability.

Tipping is not typically included in the tour price. It is customary to tip guides, drivers, and other service staff in Egypt as a token of appreciation for their services.

We recommend checking the latest travel advisories and updates from your government or relevant authorities for the most accurate information regarding travel safety to Egypt.

Travel safety can vary depending on various factors including current events, political situations, and local conditions. We advise consulting up-to-date travel advisories and exercising caution when planning your trip.

Tourists in Egypt are expected to respect local customs, traditions, and laws. This includes dressing modestly, especially when visiting religious sites, avoiding public displays of affection, and respecting cultural norms. It’s also important to follow any security guidelines provided by authorities and to exercise caution in crowded or unfamiliar areas. Additionally, permits may be required for certain activities such as photography at historical sites. We recommend familiarizing yourself with these rules and guidelines before your trip.