Grand Egypt Experience
9 Days Grand Egypt Experience
Overview :
Duration:
9 Days
Type:
Private Tours
Runs:
Thursday, Friday, Saturday
This journey through Egypt packs in
awe-inspiring culture and adventure in 9 energetic days
Your voyage through the cultural lands of Egypt doesn't stop at the architectural fascinations of the place. The journey through Egypt comes in an awe-inspiring civilization and adventure in nine dynamic days. Explore the ancient sites along the famous Nile and discover the most
famous of them all, the Great Pyramid of Giza. Embrace the culture and meet remarkable people as you sample some traditional fare with a Nubian family in a surrounding local village. Feel yourself surrounded by the buzz of the vibrant and colorful bazaars in Aswan and Luxor.
After this thrilling experience, manage to relax and watch life unfold as you sail the Nile in a traditional Felucca.
Itinerary :
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo - Private VIP Transfer :
Our visitors will get to witness the massive pyramids of Giza that are the number one attraction in Cairo, it would take you around a half-day to explore the mammoth structures in the city. Your tour manager will meet you at the Cairo International Airport. As per the schedule, he will help you out to finish the needed procedures at the airport. Then he will accompany you to the
luxurious hotel by a private luxury air-conditioned car.
After reaching the hotel, the tour manager assists you for a smooth check-in and then he is going to review the vacation package itinerary with you once to re-confirm pickup timings for each tour and activity. Finally, the tiring day ends with a beautiful and relaxing overnight in Cairo.
Day 2: The Pyramids &Egyptian museum Tour :
Get to visit the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx before a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum. After that catch an overnight train to Aswan and head straight to the pyramids and soak in the history of these majestic structures. Later, visit the Egyptian Museum to see more
extravagant and ancient artifacts.
In the evening, you will board an overnight train to Aswan. The overnight train is a modern air- conditioned and comfortable sleeper, with twin-berth beds. There is no shower in the cabin, but each cabin does have a personal sink. You will find a shared toilet at the end of each carriage.
A basic airline-style tray meal for dinner and breakfast is included in the package. Attendants will be serving drinks in your compartment at extra cost or there is a bar car for socializing and quick get togethers.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch,Dinner
Accomodation: Sleeping Train
Optional Activities - Day 2 :
- Solar Boat Museum Visit (Cairo) Ticket : 100 EGP per person
Please note, there is an additional 50 EGP fee to take photos in the museum.
- Entrance into the Pyramids (Cairo) Ticket : 100-360 EGP per person
- Egyptian Museum Mummy Room (Cairo) Ticket : 180 EGP per person
Day 3: Aswan :
Explore Aswan before visiting a Nubian village and enjoy a home-cooked dinner with a local family. Our train is due to arrive in Aswan early in the morning, but trains can often be delayed.
Upon the arrival we will go on a direct Aswan city tour where we will visit the Philae temple of Goddess ISIS, the magnificent temple of Philae was designed in honor of the island's supreme deity, Goddess Isis. The temple also has beautiful arrangements for a light and sound show that can be enjoyed by travel enthusiasts.
After enjoying the day, you will go back to the hotel and enjoy some leisure time in the afternoon to browse the souk or walk along the massive River Nile. Later, board a boat to reach one of the many Nile islands and you will love to walk around the small community, and then enjoy a traditional dinner at a local house.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner.
Accommodation : Aswan hotel.
Day 4:Aswan Abu Simbel Temple :
The two Temples of Abu Simbel are considered the classics of ancient Egypt, with their distinctive architecture. They represent the new Kingdom's prominence and greatness. Get ready to witness the greatness of these classic marvels and be ready for an early start at
4.00 am with a breakfast box for 3 hours driving to visit the fantastic twin temples of Abu Simbel by caravan there and back.
The visit includes about 2 hours at the site to wander through the different temples and learn more about the construction, history, and relocation of these magnificently preserved structures. The temples, built by Ramses II between 1274-1244BC, would now be under Lake Nasser if not for the wonders of modern engineering.
A minimum of 2 passengers are required to embark on the journey. Please note, there is an additional 300 EGP fee to take photos in the temple then drive back to Aswan then the rest of the day free time.
Meals included: breakfast
Accommodation: Aswan hotel.
Day 5:Aswan overnight Felluca :
Swirl in Egyptian style along the legendary River Nile on a "felucca" boat trip in Cairo. Away from the hassles of the city life, settle aboard a cozy, white-sailed "felucca" and indulge in the fun breeze as you pass by the skylines, waterfront promenades, and bridges of Cairo.
Sail the Nile on a traditional felucca. Get to sleep onboard under the sky full of glittery stars. Board the felucca and spend the rest of the day out on the river and a night under the stars. Feluccas are a basic, traditional Nile sailboat and gear up for an extremely relaxing and
enjoyable way to travel down the river.
Next, you will be sleeping, open-air on the deck of the boat (mattresses and blankets are provided, but if you prefer something between you and the blankets, you will need to bring a sleep sheet/sleeping bag liner of your own). The Felucca itself does have toilets but no showers, Hot water for drinks is available, leaving you stress free to enjoy this tranquil and traditional experience on the Nile.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Accommodation: Felluca
Day 6: Luxor karnak Temple :
The Karnak temple is a celebrated ancient temple in the country, with its majestic artworks and massive statues, it is a must-visit place in Luxor. It is linked by a sphinx-guarded route to the other temple; it took around 500 years to construct. Do lookout for the light and sound show in the temple later.
The Karnak Temple is a vast complex of temples to which hundreds of pharaohs have built their own buildings. Between the Middle Kingdom and the early Christian period, the region was constantly developing.
After having a satisfying breakfast on the felucca it is the time to leave and catch our private van for 4 hours driving to Luxor ,then after spending some time on the road, we will visit Karnak Temple with your expert guide.
You will enjoy the visit to the Karnak Temple, which was once the center of all religious life in ancient Egypt. Built and extended by successive generations of rulers, admire the amazing architecture, massive columns, and painted hieroglyphs.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation : Luxor Hotel
Day 7: Luxor west bank -overnight sleeping train
Visit the Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Hatshepsut. Enjoy lunch with a local family on the West Bank of the Nile. Cross to the West Bank. Visit the massive 18m (59ft)-high Colossi of Memnon, which is all that remains of an ancient temple. Descend down
the narrow corridors and check out the tombs of the pharaohs at the Valley of the Kings. The Funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut literally seems to rise out of the surrounding limestone outcrops. Then, you will enjoy lunch with a local family on the West bank of the River Nile and then explore Luxor at your own pace. Then we will get you back to the hotel after some relaxation time, get ready for the sleeping train to head back to Cairo.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Accommodation: sleeping train.
Day 8: Upon arrival to Cairo we will visit
This spot is hard to resist, it is one of the finest monuments to mediaeval warfare in the world. The Citadel is one of Cairo's major attractions and perhaps the most prominent non-pharaonic structure in the capital city, resembling a traditional early mediaeval fortress, with wide imposing gates, towers and high defensive walls.
The Citadel of Saladin built by (Saladin) and further developed by subsequent Egyptian rulers. It was the seat of government in Egypt and the residence of its rulers for nearly 700 years from the 13th to the 19th centuries. Its location on a promontory of the Mokattam hills near the center of Cairo commands a strategic position overlooking the city and dominating its skyline. Also, we
have a chance during our tour at the citadel to visit The Great Alabaster Mosque which was commissioned by Muhammad Ali pasha between 1830 and 1848.
Meals included: breakfast.
Accomodation: Cairo hotel.
Day 9: Cairo :
The final day arrives, when you will be so happy after discovering Egypt's captivating elegance, the land that speaks spectacularly of its amazing landscapes. The place has so much to offer in so little time, from the colossal Giza pyramids to the gushing Nile river.
Come and fall in love with its exotic culture, sprawling deserts, and delicious food. Enjoy your breakfast at your hotel. You will be taken to Aswan Airport to fly to Cairo. It is time in Cairo International Airport for the final departure.
Meals included: breakfast.
What's Included :
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Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports
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Assistance of our guest relations during your stay
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All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
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All Sightseeing Tours in Cairo and Giza (Private Guided Tours)
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Tour to Karnak
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Tour to Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple & colossi of Memnon
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Tour to Temple of Philae and Abu Simble in Aswan
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Entrance fees to all sites as indicated in the itinerary
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English speaking guide throughout your tours
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Lunch during tours in Cairo and Giza
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Bottled water during the trips
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Sleeping Train (Cairo – Luxor- Aswan – Cairo)
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Portage when needed
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All service charges & taxes
What's Excluded :
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International airfare
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Egypt entry visa
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Personal expenses
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Optional activities
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Tipping Kitty
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