Overview
Experience the best Egypt luxury tours through 13 days to visit the most popular attractions in Egypt. You can also explore other Egypt tours that may interest you, such as Egypt travel packages for 8 days and the Egypt Uncovered Luxury Tour Package for 10 days.
Tour Info
- Duration: 13 days , 12 nights
- Departure time and location: Based on the agreement with the traveler
- Return time and location: Based on the agreement with the traveler
- Package category: Luxury Tours
Tour Highlights
- Pyramids of Giza
- Egyptian Museum
- Islamic Cairo
- Citadel of Salah El-Din
- Mosque of Mohamed Ali
- Abu Simbel Temple
- Philae Temple
- High Dam
- Edfu Temple
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Karnak Temple
- Luxor Temple
- The Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- The Colossi of Memnon
- Ptolemaic Temple
- The Coptic Churches
- The Mosque of Sultan Hassan
- Khan El Khalili
What to Expect
- Pyramids of Giza ➤ Explore the iconic pyramids and uncover the secrets of the ancient Pharaohs.
- Egyptian Museum ➤ Discover thousands of years of history and admire the treasures of the Pharaohs.
- Islamic Cairo ➤ Wander through historic streets and monuments reflecting Cairo’s Islamic heritage.
- Citadel of Salah El-Din ➤ Visit the famous fortress and enjoy panoramic views of the city.
- Mosque of Mohamed Ali ➤ Admire the stunning Ottoman architecture inside the citadel.
- Abu Simbel Temple ➤ Be amazed by the colossal rock temples of Ramses II.
- Philae Temple ➤ Enjoy the beautiful island temple dedicated to the goddess Isis.
- High Dam ➤ Witness one of Egypt’s greatest modern engineering achievements.
- Edfu Temple ➤ Visit the well-preserved temple dedicated to Horus, rich in history and mythology.
- Kom Ombo Temple ➤ Explore the rare double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus.
- Karnak Temple ➤ Walk through one of the largest temple complexes of ancient Egypt with towering columns.
- Luxor Temple ➤ Stroll among majestic colonnades and experience the ceremonial heart of Thebes.
- The Valley of the Kings ➤ Explore royal tombs and learn about the burial rituals of pharaohs.
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut ➤ Admire the mortuary temple carved into the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari.
- The Colossi of Memnon ➤ See the giant statues that have stood guard for thousands of years.
- Ptolemaic Temple ➤ Discover the ancient temple built during the Ptolemaic period.
- The Coptic Churches ➤ Explore historic churches and learn about Egypt’s Coptic Christian heritage.
- The Mosque of Sultan Hassan ➤ Admire the magnificent Mamluk-era mosque, a masterpiece of Islamic architecture.
- Khan El Khalili ➤ Wander through Cairo’s famous bazaar and enjoy its vibrant atmosphere.
Itinerary
The representative of our company will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport, then handle all your procedures through passport control, luggage area, and customs formalities with ease. Afterwards, transfer to your Cairo hotel.
The Giza pyramids are without a doubt at the top of the travel wish lists of millions of people worldwide. Your dream will come true thanks to Egypt Tours Gate. Pay attention while your tour guide discusses the Egyptian Pharaohs, gods, goddesses, mythology, and mummification in Egypt. Your own Egyptologist guide will be more than delighted to respond to all of your inquiries and outline the history and mystique surrounding the pyramids. Find out more about the mummification process. You'll have plenty of time to do various tasks, like entering the chambers and touring the Sun Boat Museum. Visit the Valley Temple and the Sphinx by following your guide's directions. After that, proceed to Memphis, the first known Egyptian pyramid, and its renowned Step Pyramid of Zoser.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Pyramids of Giza
The Pyramids of Giza are among the greatest wonders of the ancient world, showcasing the genius of ancient Egyptian architecture. Built as tombs for Pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, they still stand in magnificent glory today.
Enjoy an interesting Cairo day tour to the Egyptian Museum. You will be captivated by the most famous and largest art collection in the world. The treasures found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb are the top attractions among the exhibits. Your private guide will explain the highlights and give you time to explore more of the museum on your own, before visiting the royal treasures of the kings and queens. Continue your tour to explore the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Mosque of Mohamed Ali.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Egyptian Museum
The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square is one of the most important museums in the world. It houses the largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the treasures of King Tutankhamun. Visiting the museum is a journey through Egypt’s rich pharaonic history.
Citadel of Salah El-Din
The Citadel of Salah El-Din is one of Cairo’s most significant Islamic landmarks. Built in the 12th century to defend the city from invasions, it houses several mosques and museums and offers a stunning panoramic view of old Cairo.
Mosque of Mohamed Ali
The Mosque of Mohamed Ali is located inside the Citadel of Salah El-Din and is one of Cairo’s most famous Islamic landmarks. Built in the 19th century in the Ottoman style, it is known for its grand domes and tall minarets visible across the city.
Fly to Abu Simbel to visit the two temples of Ramses II. The village known as Abu Simbel in Aswan is home to the two massive rock temples of Ramses II. Explore the great temple of Ramses II dedicated to Ra-Horakhty, and the smaller temple of his wife Nefertari dedicated to Hathor. Enjoy your visit with your Egyptologist guide, who will explain the fascinating history and relocation of the temples. Discover the stories depicted on the wall reliefs before flying back to Aswan and checking in to your luxurious Egypt Nile cruise.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
abu simple
The Abu Simbel Temple is one of the greatest ancient Egyptian monuments, built by King Ramses II in the 13th century BC to honor himself and his wife, Queen Nefertari. The temple is famous for its massive rock-cut statues and was relocated in the 1960s to save it from Lake Nasser’s rising waters.
Enjoy a tour of the highlights of Aswan day tours. Your first stop will be at the Temple of Philae — a picturesque landmark in Aswan. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, the temple is reached by a short motorboat ride. Then, visit the High Dam, built between 1960 and 1970, which provided Egypt with water storage for agriculture and development. Later, visit the Nubian Museum and the colorful Spice Market.
Philae Temple
Philae Temple is located in Aswan on an island in the Nile River and is one of Egypt’s most beautiful ancient temples. It was dedicated to the goddess Isis and was completely relocated to Agilkia Island after the construction of the High Dam to save it from flooding.
High Dam
The High Dam in Aswan is one of the greatest engineering achievements of the 20th century. Built between 1960 and 1970, it was designed to protect Egypt from floods, store Nile water, generate electricity, and support agriculture.
Visit the Temple of Isis in Aswan, then sail to Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple. The Greeks dedicated the temples to Horus in Edfu and to both Horus (the falcon) and Sobek (the crocodile) in Kom Ombo.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Edfu Temple
The Temple of Edfu is dedicated to the falcon god Horus and is considered one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Built during the Ptolemaic period, it reflects the grandeur of ancient Egyptian architecture and religious traditions.
Kom Ombo Temple
The Temple of Kom Ombo is unique for its double design, dedicated to two gods—Horus the falcon and Sobek the crocodile. It overlooks the Nile and showcases beautiful reliefs depicting medicine, surgery, and daily life in ancient Egypt.
Visit the Temple of Khnum at Esna and continue sailing to Luxor. Visit the Karnak Temple — not just a single temple, but a vast complex of sanctuaries. The walls, columns, pylons, and murals tell the glorious history of the Pharaohs. With your private guide, you will gain a full understanding of this magnificent place dedicated to the worship of Ra.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Karnak Temple
The Karnak Temple Complex in Luxor is the largest religious structure ever built. Dedicated mainly to the god Amun-Ra, it features massive columns, obelisks, and sacred lakes that reveal the power and devotion of ancient Egyptian civilization.
Luxor Temple
The Luxor Temple, located on the east bank of the Nile, was built to honor the rejuvenation of kingship and the god Amun-Ra. It is beautifully illuminated at night and connected to Karnak Temple by the Avenue of Sphinxes, symbolizing the glory of ancient Thebes.
The Valley of the Kings, the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon are all located on the west side of Luxor. Start with the Valley of the Kings, where your guide will share fascinating stories and recommend the best tombs to visit. Next, explore the magnificent Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, learning its history before enjoying free time to wander and take photos. Finally, stop by the Colossi of Memnon, the two giant statues guarding the ancient necropolis.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
The Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings in Luxor served as the royal burial ground for pharaohs of the New Kingdom. It contains more than 60 tombs, including that of Tutankhamun, adorned with colorful wall paintings depicting the journey to the afterlife.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, located at Deir el-Bahari on Luxor’s west bank, is a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian architecture. Built into the cliffs, it honors one of Egypt’s most powerful female pharaohs and is dedicated to the god Amun-Ra.
The Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, located on the west bank of Luxor. They once guarded the entrance to his mortuary temple and are famous for their impressive size and grandeur.
Carry on sailing to Qena, away from the crowds and other cruise ships. Along the way, your Egyptologist guide will share fascinating insights about life in modern Egypt. Visit Abydos, the center of a sacred city dedicated to Osiris, Lord of the Netherworld. The temple was begun by Seti I and completed by his son Ramses II. It contains seven sanctuaries dedicated to seven different deities and is most famous for its ancient chronological list of the kings of Egypt from the First Dynasty to Seti I.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Abydos Temple
Abydos is one of the most important archaeological sites in Upper Egypt, famous for the Temple of Seti I. It served as a major religious center and burial place for early pharaohs, with well-preserved wall reliefs depicting ancient Egyptian rituals and mythology.
Start your day tour with a visit to the beautiful Ptolemaic Temple of the goddess Hathor at Dendera. This well-preserved temple complex features a massive stone roof, dark chambers, underground passages, and towering columns covered with hieroglyphics. Inside the ancient walls, see the Zodiac, considered the foundation for later astronomical systems. Explore traces of the Pharaonic temple beneath the current structure, the best-preserved Roman Mammisi or Birth House, the Sacred Bark Shrine, the unique relief depicting Cleopatra VII with her son Caesarion, and much more. In Luxor, visit the elegant Temple of Luxor, dedicated to the god Amon and built by Amenhotep III, Tutankhamun, Horemhab, and Ramses II during their respective reigns. The sanctuary walls feature unique reliefs of Alexander the Great, added later during his reign.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Ptolemaic Temple
Ptolemaic Temples in Egypt were built during the Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BC) and often combine Egyptian religious traditions with Hellenistic architectural styles. They are known for their grand columns, detailed reliefs, and dedication to gods like Horus, Isis, and Hathor.
Fly back to Cairo and visit the Coptic churches. Start your tour with the 1,500-year-old Hanging Church, built on top of one of the towers of the Babylon Fortress. Next, visit the Cavern Church, named for the cave beneath it where baby Jesus and the Virgin Mary hid for three months to escape King Herod. Descend and see the spot where baby Jesus slept — one of 15 locations where the Holy Family stopped during their three-and-a-half-year journey in Egypt. Finally, visit the oldest synagogue in Egypt, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which dates back to the 9th century and is open to tourists.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
The Coptic Churches
The Coptic Churches in Egypt are among the oldest Christian churches in the world, primarily located in Cairo and Upper Egypt. They feature unique architectural styles, colorful icons, and important historical relics reflecting the rich heritage of Coptic Christianity.
Today, you will visit the Mosque of Sultan Hassan, built in 1356. Then, enjoy an interesting visit to Khan El Khalili, the largest and oldest market in Cairo. Experience the warmth and hospitality of the locals while sitting with your guide and having a drink at Cairo’s oldest coffee shop, El Fishawy (established in 1710). Although the market was once the best place to shop for authentic Egyptian souvenirs, these are now rare, but your guide will advise you on what to do there. Ask your guide about bargaining techniques for a more engaging experience.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
The Mosque of Sultan Hassan
The Mosque of Sultan Hassan in Cairo is one of the largest and most impressive mosques in Egypt. Built in the 14th century, it features monumental architecture, towering minarets, and intricate decorative details that reflect Mamluk craftsmanship.
Khan El Khalili
Khan El Khalili is a famous bazaar in Cairo, known for its vibrant atmosphere, traditional Egyptian crafts, jewelry, spices, and souvenirs. It has been a bustling commercial hub since the 14th century and is a must-visit for anyone exploring the city.
After having your breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Cairo Airport for your final departure.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Meet and assist upon arrival and departure.
- Internal flights (Cairo–Luxor–Aswan–Abu Simbel–Cairo).
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Accommodation at 5-star hotels on a bed and breakfast basis.
- 7 days / 6 nights 5-star deluxe Nile cruise.
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites.
- All service charges and taxes included.
Exclusions
- Gratuities (recommended).
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Entrance fees to: the Solar Boat Museum, the burial chambers of the pyramids, the Royal Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum, and the Tomb of King Tutankhamen.
- Camel rides.
- Personal expenses.
- Optional tours.
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Deposit
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