🌍 16-Day Long Round Trip from Cairo

Explore Egypt’s most iconic historical and cultural sites on this unforgettable journey

Detailed Itinerary Overview

Day 1: You will be picked up from your hotel in Cairo at 8:00 AM and then driven to the Pyramids of Giza. Spend the entire day exploring Egypt’s greatest pyramids, where your expert Egyptologist will share many fascinating details about their history.

Day 1 (Continued): Enjoy lunch at a fine restaurant before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Begin your day with a morning pickup by your Egyptologist and spend the entire day at the new Egyptian Museum.

Day 3: Visit Saqqara and spend the day exploring the site, including the world’s oldest pyramid, other pyramids, and impressive tombs.

Day 4: Drive from Cairo to Alexandria (approximately 3 hours). In Alexandria, visit the Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, and Qaitbay Citadel; after lunch, return to Cairo.

Day 5: Explore Cairo’s old bazaar and visit the oldest Coptic church, the oldest mosque, and the oldest synagogue in the city.

Day 6: Travel approximately 4 hours to the city of Minya. Visit the beautiful tombs at Beni Hassan, then spend the night in a hotel in Minya.

Day 7: Visit the ancient city of Akhenaten and Nefertiti at Tal el-Amarna, then explore the tombs of Tuna El-Gabal. Overnight in Minya.

Day 8: Continue to the Abydos Temple (approximately a 4-hour drive). Witness the golden era of ancient Egyptian art and spend the night in a hotel adjacent to the temple.

Day 9: Drive 2 hours further to the Dandara Temple, where you will admire exquisite astronomical reliefs and one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Then, continue for another 2 hours to Luxor and check into your hotel.

Day 10: In Luxor, visit the largest temple in Egypt, Karnak Temple, and later, in the evening, explore Luxor Temple. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 11: Get picked up for a tour that includes visits to the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut, followed by a private Nile cruise. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 12: Visit Luxor’s most beautiful temple, the Habu Temple, then head to Deer El Madina. Return to your hotel for the night.

Day 13: Early in the morning, drive approximately 4 hours to Aswan. In Aswan, visit the Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk. Later, you will be picked up from your hotel in Aswan.

Day 14: Depart early the next morning for Abu Simbel Temple (approximately a 3-hour drive) to witness the marvel of Pharaoh Ramses II through his two magnificent temples.

Optional: If you wish to continue to Hurghada for a beach vacation, or prefer to fly back to Cairo, we can arrange that for you.

Remarks: All our round trips are all-inclusive—covering all meals and drinks provided in the vehicle. Portions of the trip can be customized to your preferences. The full round trip lasts 15 days.

🌟 Key Highlights 🌟

🏛️ Giza Pyramids: Visit the iconic pyramids and the Sphinx.

🏛️ New Egyptian Museum: Explore the treasures of ancient Egypt.

🏛️ Saqqara: Discover the Step Pyramid and ancient tombs.

🏛️ Old Cairo: Visit the Religious Complex, Khan El Khalili, and Al-Muizz Street.

🏛️ Alexandria: Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, and Qaitbay Citadel.

🏛️ Minya: Visit the tombs of Beni Hassan and Tel El Amarna.

🏛️ Abydos and Dendera: Explore the temples of Abydos and Dendera.

🏛️ Luxor: Visit Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings.

🏛️ Aswan: Explore Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Abu Simbel.

🏛️ Edfu: Visit the Temple of Edfu on the way back to Hurghada.

📅 Tour Program

Day 1: Giza Pyramids

• Giza Pyramids: Visit the iconic pyramids of Giza, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Marvel at the Sphinx, the guardian of the pyramids.
• Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: New Egyptian Museum

• New Egyptian Museum: Explore the world-class museum showcasing ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun.
• Overnight in Cairo.

Day 3: Saqqara

• Saqqara: Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest stone structure in history, and explore the ancient tombs of nobles.
• Overnight in Cairo.

Day 4: Old Cairo

• Old Cairo: Explore the Religious Complex, including the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and Amr Ibn Al-As Mosque. Stroll through Khan El Khalili bazaar and Al-Muizz Street, famous for its historic Islamic architecture.
• Overnight in Cairo.

Day 5: Alexandria

• Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa: Explore the ancient underground tombs, a blend of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman art.
• Pompey’s Pillar: Visit this massive Roman column, one of the largest ancient monoliths.
• Qaitbay Citadel: Explore this 15th-century fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
• Overnight in Alexandria.

Day 6: Minya

• Beni Hassan Tombs: Visit the rock-cut tombs of Middle Kingdom nobles, known for their vivid wall paintings.
• Overnight in Minya.

Day 7: Abydos

• Temple of Abydos: Visit this ancient temple dedicated to Osiris, known for its beautifully preserved reliefs and the Abydos King List.
• Overnight in Abydos.

Day 8: Dendera and Luxor

• Temple of Dendera: Explore this well-preserved temple dedicated to Hathor, the goddess of love and healing. Admire the famous Dendera Zodiac and colorful ceiling reliefs.
• Travel to Luxor and check into the hotel.
• Overnight in Luxor.

Day 9: Luxor

• Karnak Temple: Explore the largest temple complex in Egypt, dedicated to the god Amun-Ra. Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns.
• Nile Cruise: Enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Nile River.
• Luxor Temple: Visit this stunning temple located in the heart of Luxor, beautifully illuminated at night.
• Overnight in Luxor.

Day 10: Luxor

• Valley of the Kings: Explore the tombs of ancient pharaohs, including Tutankhamun and Ramses VI.
• Temple of Hatshepsut: Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s most iconic structures.
• Overnight in Luxor.

Day 11: Luxor

• Ramesseum: Explore the mortuary temple of Ramses II, known for its colossal statues.
• Medinet Habu: Visit the temple of Ramses III, famous for its well-preserved reliefs.
• Overnight in Luxor.

Day 12: Aswan

• Unfinished Obelisk: Visit this massive obelisk, abandoned during its construction, providing insight into ancient stone-working techniques.
• Overnight in Aswan.

Day 13: Aswan

• Philae Temple: Visit this beautiful temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, located on an island in the Nile.
• High Dam: Learn about this engineering marvel that controls the flow of the Nile.
• Overnight in Aswan.

Day 14: Abu Simbel

• Abu Simbel Temples: Visit the colossal temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, carved into the mountainside.
• Overnight in Aswan.

Day 15: Edfu and Hurghada

• Temple of Edfu: Visit this well-preserved temple dedicated to the god Horus, the largest Ptolemaic temple in Egypt.
• Travel to Hurghada and check into the hotel.
• Overnight in Hurghada.

Day 16: Departure

• Transfer to the airport for departure.

📦 Inclusions & Exclusions

Included:

• All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles.
• Accommodation in 4-star hotels.
• Professional English-speaking tour guide.
• Entrance fees to all mentioned sites.
• Daily breakfast and lunch.
• Nile cruise in Luxor.
• Icebox with refreshments during transfers.

Excluded:

• International airfare.
• Egypt entry visa.
• Dinner (can be arranged at hotels).
• Personal expenses and tips.

ℹ️ Additional Tour Information

Detail	Information
Trip Capacity	1 to 5 persons per trip
Maximum Group Size	Not more than 25 persons
Tipping	10% of the tour price
Payment	Due upon arrival
Private Trip Requests	Contact EL Pharaon via Phone/WhatsApp: +201055441595
Passport Requirement	Bring your passport and send a copy via email for permissions (required for Exodus and all trips)
Booking & Cancellation	Book at least 2 days in advance; cancellations accepted up to 1 day before. For Exodus trips, book at least 1 month in advance; cancellations accepted up to 15 days before.
Exodus Private & Self-Drive	For Exodus private and self-drive trips, contact EL Pharaon via Phone/WhatsApp: +201055441595

🎒 What to Bring

• Comfortable clothing and shoes.
• Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen).
• Camera for photos.
• Reusable water bottle.

Important Notes:

• This itinerary can be customized based on client preferences.
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
• Children under 5: Free
• Children 5-10: 50% discount
• Children over 10: Full price