11 Days Egypt Tour Cairo, Alexandria & Nile Cruise

After your breakfast, start your 11-day Egypt tour in the land of wonder with the marvelous:

Giza Pyramids Complex

The Giza Pyramids Complex is a miraculous establishment made to reflect the golden culture and history of reflecting the rich culture and history of ancient Egypt.

The Great Pyramid of Giza

The Great Pyramid of King Khufu is a colossal creation made to showcase the epic heritage of Pharaoh Khufu (2609–2584 BC) and become his final resting place. This magnificent monument remained the only surviving wonder of the ancient world, reaching a height of 138.5 meters (454.4 ft) to be the tallest monument in existence for over 3800 years.

The Great Sphinx

The Great Sphinx is the greatest and largest man-made statue on the face of the earth, which has the body of a gigantic lion showcasing the facial description of Pharaoh Khafre (2558–2532 BC). The Sphinx is known to have measurements of 73 meters (240 ft) long, 20 meters (66 ft) tall, and 19 meters (62 ft) wide, and is carved entirely of limestone.

The Valley Temple

The Valley Temple is an epic archaeological wonder that was made to provide the secret to immortality to the royal members of the 4th dynasty through a very advanced medical ritual known as the reopening of the mouth ceremony, a.k.a the mummification process.

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 episodes of history, and rich culture, which include:

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

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

Lunch Meal

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the Nile and the Pyramids before continuing to Saqqara.

Saqqara Step Pyramid

Saqqara Step Pyramid stands as a legendary creation of ancient Egyptian architecture that came to be between 2670–2650 BC from the brilliance of the main vizier Imhotep, built by Imhotep as the final resting place of Pharaoh Djoser, which is made of 6 steps and is the first-ever courtyard. Then head to explore the first capital of Egypt:

Memphis City

Memphis City is a magical and miraculous attraction that served as the first capital in the history of Egypt during the 31st dynasty through the vision of Narmer, who unified Upper and Lower Egypt and held the colossal temple of the embrace of Ptah, the god of craftsmanship.

Overnight

End your exploration of the Giza plateau, then we will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo and overnight.

Continue your 11-day Egypt tour with a full-day excursion to Alexandria, where your expert guide will take you to explore the city’s remarkable landmarks.

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa are a legendary archaeological attraction that is known to be one of the seven wonders of the Middle Ages, which came to be between the 2nd century AD and the 4th century AD to become a final resting place for a single Roman family. The tomb is found 100 feet underground and filled with a number of epic monuments of ancient Egyptian and Hellenistic art and architecture. The site features a spiral staircase and a fascinating blend of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic styles.

Lunch Meal

Enjoy your lunch, then continue your tour by observing:

The Glorious Pompey's Pillar

Pompey's Pillar is a very unique creation of art and wonder that was carved from granite between 298–302 AD to honor the great legacy of Emperor Diocletian. It holds several unique carvings located on the eastern side of the Serapeum of Alexandria.

Keep your tour going by visiting:

Qaitbay Citadel

Qaitbay Citadel is a marvelous creation of epic Islamic beauty made between 1477 AD to 1479 AD to be a powerful defensive stronghold in the same location that once held the miraculous lighthouse of Alexandria, which fell to pieces in the 11th century AD. The citadel was built using the rocks lighthouse of Alexandria, plus it features it showcases fine examples of Mamluk military architecture and Islamic decorative elements.

Then, end your tour of Alexandria with a visit to the magnificent:

Alexandria Library

The modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina was inaugurated in 2002 to honor the legacy of the ancient Library of Alexandria and explore the greatest collection of monuments and artifacts, plus millions of books on every possible subject. It houses millions of books, rare manuscripts, museums, art galleries, and cultural exhibitions.

Overnight

At the end of the day, we will return you to your hotel in Cairo, an overnight.

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel, then we will transfer you to Cairo airport for a flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, meet your tour guide to visit Aswan tourist attractions, starting with:

Aswan High Dam

Aswan High Dam was crafted in the modern era in the 60s to generate electricity and save millions of tons of water in the reservoir of Lake Nasser, which had a very positive impact on the culture and innovation of the modern-age Egyptian civilization.

Unfinished Obelisk

The Unfinished Obelisk was a grand single-stone monument symbolizing the sun’s power and creation in ancient Egypt, often placed in pairs at temple entrances and inscribed with royal dedications. The Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut around 1473–1458 BC for Karnak Temple, remains in its quarry due to cracks in the stone. If completed, it would have been the largest ever made, standing 42 meters tall and weighing about 1,168 tonnes, showcasing the incredible skill of ancient Egyptian stoneworkers.

Continue your 11-day Egypt tour to the amazing:

Philae Temple

Philae Temple can be found on the beautiful "Agilkia island", which showcases the epic legacy of the goddess of motherhood. It was established between 380-362 BC to be her worship palace and immortalize the legacy of her husband, the ruler of the underworld, Osiris.

Overnight

Then move to check in 5-star Nile cruise and overnight on board.

Note: The lunch & dinner will be onboard the cruise.

In the early morning, join your tour guide and head to visit the "Abu Simbel temple" by an A/C car with your breakfast boxes.

Abu Simbel Temples

The mythical Temples of Abu Simbel were made in the vision of Pharaoh Ramesses (1279-1213 BC) to solidify his vast legacy and many achievements that changed the course of time forever. The temple was totally completed in 1264 BC and holds several epic carvings and statues showcasing one of his greatest achievements, which includes winning the Battle of Kadesh in 1274 BC. The second temple is dedicated to showcasing his love for her marvelous wife, Queen Nefertari.

Lunch Meal & Overnight

Then return to your cruise to have your lunch and overnight onboard.

Note: The breakfast, lunch & dinner will be onboard the cruise.

Morning time, enjoy the breakfast onboard the cruise, then move with your tour guide to visit:-

Kom Ombo Temple

Kom Ombo Temple, built between 237 and 57 BC, is a unique double temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus the Elder, the falcon-headed god. The temple's walls and columns are decorated with intricate carvings and hieroglyphs, depicting various gods, pharaohs, and religious scenes, plus showcasing the tools used by ancient Egyptian doctors.

Lunch Meal

Enjoy your lunch onboard while sailing to Edfu.

Edfu Temple

Edfu Temple is the headquarters of worship for one of the most important deities in ancient Egyptian religion, Horus, the falcon god of divine victory, which is known to be one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. The temple is a true piece of art filled with many carvings and inscriptions displaying the most epic facts about the religion, myth, and culture of the ancient Egyptians.

Overnight

Then back to your cruise for overnight.

Note: The breakfast, lunch & dinner will be onboard the cruise.

Enjoy your breakfast, check out of the cruise, and join your tour guide to continue your 11-day Egypt tour to visit the biggest house of worship in the world.

Karnak Temple

Karnak Temple is found on 247 acres of holy land, which made it earn the title of the biggest man-made religious structure on the face of the earth. It was built by several kings between the Middle Kingdom and the Ptolemaic period between 1971 BC and 30 BC. The temple holds several artifacts, several temples, chapels, and other structures like the hypostyle hall, which is used for the worship of the Theban triad.

Lunch on board

Back to the cruise to have your lunch, then move with your tour guide to enjoy the hypnotic sight of the:

Luxor Temple by Night

In the evening, visit Luxor Temple is a house of royal beauty and divinity, used as a center of royal celebrations and crowning festivals, plus it celebrates the rejuvenation of kingship. The temple served as a center for the crowning of Ramses the Great, Amenhotep III, and Alexander the Great. During the Opet festival, the avenue of the Sphinxes The Avenue of Sphinxes connected Luxor and Karnak Temples, serving as a grand processional route during the Opet Festival of Egypt.

Overnight

Then transfer to check-in at a 5-star hotel in Luxor and overnight.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then accompany your tour guide to visit:

Valley of the Kings

Valley of the Kings is a golden vessel at the bottom of the earth showcasing the beliefs, artistic design, and creativity of the ancient Egyptians during the New Kingdom (1550 - 1070 BC). The valley holds 63 royal tombs belonging to famous pharaohs like Tutankhamun and Ramses II. It is filled with elaborate hieroglyphics, vivid paintings, and intricate carvings, providing a glimpse into a world of myth and mystery.

Then head to explore:

Hatshepsut Temple

Queen Hatshepsut Temple is a heavenly creation that stands as a symbol of the enduring legacy of one of Egypt's greatest rulers, Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC), which was constructed in 1479 BC. The temple is a golden piece of classical architecture that is able to tell the story of Hatshepsut's reign and her divine achievement across all the carved walls, terraces, colonnades, and courtyards. End your tour in Luxor with the:

Colossi of Memnon

The Colossi of Memnon are gigantic gems of true magnificence that stand as an impressive work of art and provide a glimpse into the religious and political beliefs of ancient Egypt in the reign of Amenhotep III (1391–1353 BC) and the Greco-Roman period, which was rebuilt many times. 

Lunch Meal

Start by heading to Restaurant in Luxor for lunch. You will experience delicious Egyptian cuisine.

Overnight

After lunch, head to the Luxor International Airport for your flight to Cairo. Arrive in Cairo and check into your hotel.

Have your breakfast, then continue your tour in Cairo with a visit to:

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum, established in 1901, stands as one of the world’s oldest and most renowned museums, created to illuminate the timeless legacy and extraordinary achievements of ancient Egypt’s great civilization.

Lunch Meal

Your lunch will be served at a local restaurant, then you will proceed to the mighty:

Salah El-Din Citadel

The Citadel of Salah El-Din was built in the Middle Ages during the times of knights and warriors, and came to be between 1176–1183 AD in the most soaring place in the golden capital of Cairo. It is a masterpiece of medieval Islamic architecture that acts as an epic open-air museum filled with the finest creations of museums, halls, mosques, artifacts, and more.

Mohamed Ali Mosque

"Mohammed Ali Mosque" a.k.a The Alabaster Mosque is a soaring creation of glory and honor that provides a golden journey into the heart of Islamic art and culture. It was made between 1830 and 1848 AD and is composed of magnificent minarets, majestic domes, and intricately carved walls of alabaster taken from the Pyramid of Giza.

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is a new natural wonder that was created in 2020 to explore the richly diverse heritage of the greatest civilization on earth. The museum's galleries are filled with stunning works of art, including intricate carvings, detailed paintings, and awe-inspiring sculptures that showcase the incredible skills of ancient Egyptian artists. One of the most impressive exhibits in the museum is the Royal Mummies Hall, which holds more than 20 royal mummies.

End your tour in Cairo with a visit to the oldest street in the middle east:

Al Muizz Street

Al Muizz Street is a glorious attraction of majesty and bliss, which is made of a stunning mix of medieval Islamic and modern styles, built in the 10th century AD. It is an epic maze showcasing the creativity of the ancient Egyptian Islamic civilization, dating to the golden Middle Ages.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Khan EL Khalili Bazaar is a heavenly living wonder that acted as a cultural hub and a rich street filled with amazing artifacts and a shopping center filled with exquisite textiles, handmade jewelry, intricate pottery, and unique souvenirs that were made between 1382 AD and 1389 AD.

Overnight

At the end of the day, transfer to your hotel in Cairo and overnight.

Enjoy a relaxing free day in Cairo at your own pace. Wander through its bustling streets, shop for souvenirs, taste authentic Egyptian cuisine, or simply unwind and soak in the city’s timeless charm.

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel, then check out and transfer to Cairo airport, where your departure formalities will be finalized, and this will be the end of your 11-day Egypt tour.