12 Days Cairo, Alexandria Nile Cruise & Hurghada

After enjoying your breakfast at the hotel in Cairo, you will meet your guide to starting your 12-day Egypt tour in Cairo by visiting:

Giza Pyramids Complex

Giza pyramids complex tour is your gateway to the essence of the ancient Egyptian civilization where the ancient Egyptians achieved greatness, you will see the three Pyramids which are the great pyramid of Giza, the Middle pyramid of Khafrae, and the small pyramid of Menkaure. Then move to visit:-

Khufu Pyramid

The Great Pyramid of Khufu is a colossal monument made of wonder and pure intelligence established in 2570 BC to stand the test of time and to become the final resting place of Pharaoh Khufu (2609 BC - 2584 BC) that is famous for being the motto of Egypt which reaches the height of 138.5 meters (454.4 ft) as one of the last intact members of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

The Magical Sphinx

The Sphinx is one of the greatest and most beautiful statues in the world that was carved from a giant limestone block to honor the magnificent heritage of Pharaoh Khafre (2558–2532 BC) by carving his face in the body of a colossal lion.

The Valley Temple

The ancient Egyptians believed in life after death, so they used the Valley Temple to mummify the dead members of the 4th dynasty in order to preserve them and transform them into statues. There were large chambers in the valley temple, and some of them have been used in the embalming and the sanctifying of the king's body.

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The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a newborn institution made of magic and glory that offers a golden gate showcasing the 5000-year-old legacy of the greatest civilization on earth. Within this living miracle are thousands of beautiful wonders exciting epis history and rich culture which include:  

The Hanging Obelisk, The 10 Statues of King Senusert, King Ramses Il Statue, the Statues of Ptolemaic Kings and Queens, The Grand Staircase, The epic Royal Regalia,  The Victory Column of King Mercnptah, and the Grand Atrium & Gift show. 

The museum offers a VIP ticket which provides access to some very Unique wonders, for more info contact us at any time.

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Lunch Meal

After that, you will have your delicious lunch at a Pyramids / Nile view restaurant, then you will move to visit:

Saqqara Step Pyramid

Saqqara step pyramid is one of the most successful creations of ancient Egyptian architecture that was designed by Imhotep to act as the worship center for King Djoser that was made between 2670–2650 BC. It is a final resting place that has an incredibly complex filled with marvels.

After that, join your tour guide to visit the first capital founded in ancient Egypt:

Memphis City

Memphis city is the first capital of Egypt which changed the course of time as the unification of upper and lower Egypt by the hands of Pharaoh Narmer between 3100 and 3200 BC. The city was under the protection of Ptah who was the patron god of art and craftsmanship whose temple held the secret behind the current name of Egypt.

Overnight

Finally, you will return back to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.

Continue your 12-day Egypt tour by visiting Alexandria city which is considered a really great chance to discover the beauty of the city and enjoy the Mediterranean sea, the old sites, and the ancient world.

Start your trips in Alexandria by visiting:

The Catacombs of Alexandria

Catacomb of Kom El Shoqafa is one of the most magical archaeological monuments which was established between the 2nd century and the 4th century AD as a final resting place of a royal family which is known to be one of the seven wonders of the middle ages which are filled with some of the most amazing monuments and artifacts that exhibits the finest modern of ancient Egyptian and greek architectural art.

After that, escort your guide to continue your tour in Alexandria by visiting:

Pompey's Pillar

Pompey's pillar is the biggest memorial column in Egypt located in the center of the temple hall of the Serapeum, which reaches a height of 26.85 m and is made of granite between 298–302 AD to maintain the memory of Emperor Diocletian.

Lunch Meal

Have your lunch at a seafood restaurant, then move to visit:

The Citadel of Qaitbay

Qaitbay Castle is one of the biggest defensive castles in Egypt which was constructed across the coast of the Mediterranean sea between 1477 AD to 1479 AD in the same location where the lighthouse of Alexandria stood. It has some of the most incredible Mamluk examples of art.

Afterward, head to explore the house of the books:-

Alexandria Library

Alexandria Library is one of the biggest libraries on the face of the earth that was inaugurated in 2002 and has millions of books, and artifacts showcasing the innovation and rich culture of the greatest civilization in existence.

Finally, end your tour in Alexandria by exploring:

Morsi Abu Alabass Mosque

Abu Alabass Mosque is located in the Anfushi are known to possess a high-rise lighthouse and four domes. It has an area of 3 thousand square meters and a height of 73 meters. The incredible ceilings of the mosque are filled with a number of Arabic-made motifs.

Overnight

At the end of your tour in Alexandria, we will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.

In the morning and after having your breakfast at your hotel, continue your 12-day Egypt tour accompanied by your tour guide to visit old Cairo attractions:

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum is a magical creation located in the heart of Cairo which was made in 1901 to protect and display all the golden monuments and artifacts that were established across 4500 years.

Lunch Meal

After that, have your lunch, then transfer to visit:

Salah El-Din Citadel

Salah El-Din Citadel is one of the greatest architectural attractions located in the heart of Cairo on top of the highest point which was established between 1176–1183 AD  and was the headquarters of the Egyptian government for 700 years, which has art galleries, inner museums, and wonderful mosques such as Mohammed Ali Mosque. 

Mohamed Ali Mosque

Mohamed Ali mosque is a magnificent piece of art that carries a lot of meaning it was made between 1830 and 1848 BC to be an excellent replica of the blue mosque of the ottoman empire. It is famous for holding an animated silhouette and incredible twin minarets. 

The National Egyptian Museum

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is one of the most incredible attractions located in Cairo in the golden city of Fustat to protect and display the greatest collection of artifacts ever created in the history of this magnificent civilization. It was opened for the public in 2020 to contain 50,000 years and 28 royal mummies from the greatest kings and queens of ancient Egypt.

End your tour in Cairo by visiting:-

Al Muizz Street

The magnificent Al Muizz street is one of the most beautiful archaeological attractions that has the shape of a labyrinth which was established in 970 AD in the Fatimid age. It offers the chance for everyone to relax and enjoy all the marvelous attractions.

Khan EL Khalili Bazaar

Khan el-Khalili is a glorious creation made in the heart of Old Cairo between 1382 AD and 1389 AD in the mamluk period to be a center of shopping and trade. It acts as the headquarters for the finest collection of artisans and crafts who create the finest collection of artifacts.

Overnight

At the end of the day, your tour guide will return you back to your hotel in Cairo for the overnight.

After having your breakfast in your hotel in Cairo, we will transfer you to Cairo airport and then fly to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan, you will meet your tour guide to visit:

Philae Temple:

Philae temple is a legendary creation of pure magnificence and majesty made during the Ptolemaic era between 380-362 BC by the goddess of Motherhood Isis and immortalizes the incredible myth of Osiris.

The Unfinished Obelisk:

Unfinished Obelisk is the largest known Obelisk in Egypt which is 137 feet 42 meters to immortalize the heritage of Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) in order to Peirce the skies and shed light on the skill of the ancient Egyptian builders on how they created the obelisks.

Continue your 12-day Egypt tour where you will visit:

The High Dam:

The golden Aswan High Dam is one of the most epic modern creations that drove Egypt to the gifts of the industrial age made in the 60s to save water and produce electricity. 

Now it's time to transfer to your 5* Nile cruise to check in and have your lunch and overnight on board.

Note: Your lunch and dinner will be on board your cruise.

In the morning, get your breakfast box, then your tour guide will pick you up from your cruise to continue your 12 day Egypt tour by visiting:

Abu Simbel Temple

Abu Simbel temple is one of the greatest archaeological creations ever made for the sole purpose of preserving the magnificent heritage of Ramses the Great (1279-1213 BC) which was constructed in 1264 BC. After Ozymandias beloved of Amun won the battle in 1274 BC which ended the signing of the first peace treaty, he chose to immortalize her heritage across the colossal walls of this blessed civilization. People from all over the world come on the 22 of February and October to explore the incredible sun festival.

After that, you will transfer back to your cruise for overnight.

Note: Your breakfast, lunch and dinner will be onboard your cruise.

Morning time, enjoy the breakfast at the cruise, then join your Egyptologist tour guide to visit:

Kom Ombo Temple

Kom Ombo is one of the most magnificent and extraordinary archaeological monuments that comes in the shape of a one-of-a-kind double temple that was established between 180 BC and 47 BC for honoring Haroeries and Sobek. The temple is filled with a number of carvings and inscriptions showcasing the astronomical and medical tools of ancient Egyptians.

After that, back to your cruise and sailing until reaching:

Edfu Temple

Edfu Temple is one of the largest archaeological monuments ever made which was established between 237 BC and 57 BC to honor the patron god of Horus the falcon sky of divine protection. The temple is able was the source of the most incredible facts about the language, religion, and myth of the ancient Egyptian civilization.

After that, back to your cruise and overnight.

Note: Your breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be onboard your cruise.

Nothing in the world compares to the beauty and grandeur of the monuments that you will see in Luxor during your 12-day Egypt tour, your tour to Luxor will be an unforgettable experience.

Check out after having your breakfast at your cruise, then you will be accompanied by your tour guide to enjoy Luxor where you will visit:-

The Valley of The Kings

The Valley of the Kings is one of the most incredible archaeological attractions found in the heart of the Theban necropolis which acted as the final resting place of the royal members of the New Kingdom (1550 - 1070 BC). All 63 tombs are able to shed light on the magnificent life of the ancient Egyptian civilization seen across the artistic architecture of this immortal wonder.

After that, your guide will accompany you to visit:

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

The temple of Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC)  is a heavenly archaeological living miracle that stands as a golden piece of art representing the classical art of classical architecture. It is made of three floors which were completed in 1479 BC to stand as the greatest archaeological wonder in existence.

Now, you will transfer to visit the biggest statues that exist in Luxor:

Colossi of Memnon

The two Colossi of Memnon are a golden wonder of pure bliss that has the facial description of ruler Amenhotep III (1391–1353 BC). This 18 m (60 ft) miracle is able to discover some very important facts about his life and countless achievements.

Lunch Meal

Afterward, have your lunch and finally head to Luxor's east bank to enjoy visiting:-

Karnak Temple

The temples of Karnak were one of the largest and greatest constructs dedicated to worshiping the gods in the history of the whole ancient world. It was built across 247 acres between 1971 BC and 30 BC. The ruins of the Karnak temple give us a clear picture of the history of Egypt in its strength, prosperity, weakness, and decay for a period of time of up to two thousand years, beginning with the central state.

Overnight

Finally, your tour guide will transfer you to Hurghada city by private A/C car and check-in at 5* hotel for overnight.

Start a new stage of your 12 days Egypt tour in Hurghada. There are many activities you can do such as diving, snorkeling, witnessing fish, coral, and dolphins, and ride a boat on the Red Sea.

Enjoy a free day of Hurghada, the day will be yours to live the adventure you desire.

At the afternoon, check out from the hotel in Hurghada, then catch the flight to Cairo for an overnight at a 5* hotel where the rest of the day will be yours.

After Breakfast at the hotel, our representative will help you with check out and transfer you to the airport and assist you to end your 12 day Egypt tour at the airport through your final departure formalities.