12 days
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
Welcome to your unforgettable journey through the heart of Egypt! Over the next twelve days, you will embark on a comprehensive exploration of this ancient and awe-inspiring land, where history, culture, and wonder await at every turn. Your adventure begins in the vibrant city of Cairo, where you’ll witness some of the most iconic sites in the world, from the majestic Great Pyramids of Giza to the treasures of the Egyptian Museum.
Next, your journey takes you along the legendary Nile River on a luxurious cruise, where you will discover the grandeur of Luxor, Aswan, and ancient temples like Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Philae. Along the way, you’ll also visit the ancient cities of Alexandria and Cairo, where centuries of history and stunning architecture will captivate your imagination.
With expert guides, comfortable transportation, and a carefully curated itinerary, you are set for a trip filled with rich cultural experiences, fascinating historical insights, and countless moments of awe. This is not just a vacation, but a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to step into the past and explore the timeless wonders of Egypt.
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Be welcomed to Egypt with our organized pick-up service coordinated with your flight arrival time.
First, your expert tour guide will be waiting for you at Cairo airport, holding a sign of United Guides Travel for a seamless pickup. Then you will be taken to your private A/C vehicle, ready to transfer you to your Hotel.
Overnight in Cairo.
Start your adventure with a visit to the legendary Pyramids of Giza, where the Great Pyramid, the Sphinx, and the panoramic desert views await.
Delve into the ancient mysteries and admire the architectural marvels of the pharaohs.
Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), where a vast collection of artifacts, including treasures from King Tutankhamun’s tomb, are displayed.
This modern and expansive museum brings Egypt’s past to life like never before. Return to your hotel in Cairo for an evening of relaxation.
Once your tour is complete, you will be transferred to your hotel in comfort.
Overnight in Cairo.
Your guide will be waiting for you at your hotel in Cairo. Then you will be transferred to the airport, ready for your flight to Luxor.
Your tour guide will be waiting for you at Luxor airport, holding a sign of United Guides Travel.
Then you will be taken to your private A/C vehicle, ready to start your tour.
First, you will stop at the East Bank to visit the Temple of Karnak and Luxor. Walk through Luxor Temple to admire its outstanding courtyard and the granite statues of Ramses II.
Following on visit the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic columns, and the fascinating temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus pattern architecture.
Once the tour is complete you will be comfortably transferred to the cruise.
Overnight in a cruise.
Your tour guide will be waiting for you at the cruise, ready to take you to your private A/C vehicle.
The tour will start at the West Bank where you will visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and many different amazing Ancient Temple Monuments. In the Valley of the Kings, you will be taken back in time, entering the tombs of the Pharaohs that contain painted pillars and walls.
Then to see the Colossi of Memnon. Consisting of two massive monumental statues that represent King Amenhotep III, looking towards the Nile River.
Once the tour is complete you will be transferred in comfort back to the cruise.
Overnight on a cruise.
Day 4 Option: Hot Air Balloon (approx. 30-45min) – Drift over the Valley of Kings.
Your tour guide will be waiting for you on the cruise.
First, you will visit the outstanding Temple of Horus in Edfu. Then back to the cruise to Kom Ombo to visit the temple used by both gods Sobek and Haroeris.
In the evening, the cruise has a Galabya party.
Overnight in a cruise.
Your tour guide will be waiting for you on the cruise.
At the first stop, you will visit the High Dam, which has amazing views of Lake Nasser. Then you will visit the Philae Temple, which was surprisingly removed from its original resting place.
Once the tour is complete you will be comfortably transferred to the cruise.
Overnight in Cruise.
Your tour guide will be waiting for you on the cruise, ready to transfer you to the domestic airport to take your flight to Cairo.
Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 7 Option: Abu Simbel Temple Tour.
Overnight option: 2-hour Nile Cruise dinner and folk dance show.
Journey to Alexandria, the ancient city founded by Alexander the Great. Begin your exploration at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an underground labyrinth of Greco-Roman burial chambers.
Then, marvel at Pompey's Pillar, a striking Roman triumphal column that dominates the skyline.
Proceed to the iconic Qaitbay Citadel, a fortress built on the ruins of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. From here, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the Mediterranean coast.
End your Alexandria experience with a visit to the world-renowned Alexandria Library, a modern tribute to the ancient Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Once the tour is complete, you will be transferred back to your hotel in comfort.
Overnight in Alexandria.
Note: The Library of Alexandria is closed on Fridays and public holidays.
Open day at Leisure to explore Alexandria.
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 9 Option: Al Alamain Tour.
Your tour guide will be waiting for you at your hotel, ready to transfer you to Cairo by A/C vehicle.
At the first stop, you will visit the Citadel of Salah El Din which was constructed by Salah El Din on the Moqattam hills in 1183 AD, created as a military post to protect Cairo from conquerors.
Then you will visit the stunning Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque which was designed by the Turkish architect Yousif Boushnaq, the designer from Istanbul who constructed this amazing Mosque for Mohamed Ali, the ruler of Egypt for more than 45 years. Lastly, a visit to Old Cairo to see the Abu Sirga Church, Hanging Church, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Once the tour is complete you will be transferred in comfort to your hotel.
Overnight in Cairo.
Open day at Leisure to explore Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 11 Option: Memphis & Sakkara Tour.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then you will be transferred to Cairo Airport in time for your departure.
You can book the tour online or by calling, emailing, or chatting with us. If you want a custom trip or to change the schedule, please let us know right away and we'll get right on it.
Since each of our tours is a custom-tailored experience, the client is free to make any changes or additions they want to make their vacation truly unique.
United Guides Travel speaks your language, so don’t worry we know the importance of language in communication so all our tours are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, French, Chinese and Japanese and if there is any language required we will do our best to provide it to you.
When and where the tour happens is completely up to us. If you want to start at a different time, you should write it in the comments section of your booking form or send an email.
We accept credit cards online in a safe way. Wire Transfer and PayPal are also ways to pay us.
You are more than welcome to leave a tip at the end of the trip if you were happy with the service. A gift that makes them feel important and happy would be great.
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Refunds & cancellation Policy
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Prices are in US dollars per person per tour in the lowest season. Please inquire about final tour prices at the time of booking and during the Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays.
Tipping for a job well done is customary in Egypt, though not required. Please feel welcome but not obliged to offer a tip to your guide.
