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Itinerary for the first day:

Arriving in Egypt, the land of the Pharaohs Your tour will become effective as soon as you arrive at Cairo airport where the “CEgypt” employee will be waiting for you at your arrival gate where he will help you to complete all passport control procedures and baggage identification and carrying. From the airport, you will be immediately transferred by private air-conditioned vehicle to a 5-star hotel reservation for check-in. Dinner time In the evening, your tour package will start with a dinner cruise on the River Nile while enjoying a colorful belly dance show with a folkloric troupe featuring the amazing skirt-twirling in keeping with the Egyptian dervish traditions. Overnight After the show ends, you will return to your hotel for the night. Meals: Dinner Overnight: Cairo Hotel

Day 2: Pyramids and Memphis tour in the morning after breakfast

You will join your private tour guide to start your tour package in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan by visiting the most famous archaeological sites in the world: The Giza Pyramids: The Giza Pyramids Complex. The Giza complex consists of three main pyramids, six small pyramids, the Great Sphinx, the afterlife and the Valley Temple. The Great Pyramid The Great Pyramid of King Khufu will be your first destination within the complex, as it is one of the largest structures in the world and the last intact structure of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The structure was constructed in 2580 B.C. which makes it over 4,500 years old. It was built in 20 years using 2,300,000 limestone blocks weighing 2.5 tons each and a workforce of 100,000 skilled freelancers. The pyramid stood at 147 meters (481 ft) which made it the tallest building in the world for 3,800 years until the construction of Lincoln Cathedral in England in 1311. Over the past thousands of years, the pyramid has been shrouded in mysteries and fringe theories due to its complex interior design compared to its size. Great Sphinx Statue The Great Sphinx occupies a special place among all the artifacts in Egypt and perhaps the world. It is unique because of its age, size, and questionable origin. The Great Sphinx is 73 meters (240 ft) high by 19 meters (66 ft) wide and was carved from a single limestone rock. It has the shape of a mythical creature called the Sphinx with the body of a lion and the head of King Khafra’s man to represent wisdom and strength. He is known in Egypt as the Sphinx, which is an Arabic word for the Father of Terror. The Valley Temple The Valley Temple is where the mummification process took place. Built within the Old Kingdom (2686-2134 BC), the valley is one of the best preserved structures of the ancient Egyptian civilization and a source of great information about the mummification of ancient Egypt. The canyon is made entirely of limestone and granite and holds magnificent diorite statues of King Khafra. The Grand Egyptian Museum The Grand Egyptian Museum is a golden gateway leading to cosmic ancient Egyptian creations of celestial intelligence cultivated through 5,000 years of continuous innovation and vibrant artistic imagination. Within this colossal marvel, there is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to discover some of the greatest monuments and artifacts ever made which include: the Hanging Obelisk, the Statue of King Ramesses El, the Ten Statues of King Senusret, the Great Staircase, the Statues of Ptolemaic Kings and Queens, the Royal Victory Column of King Merkenneptah, and the Royal Parade. There is a VIP ticket which gives access to view a number of other artifacts, for more information contact us. Lunch time Continue your lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo. Then we move on to visit: The Pyramid of Saqqara The Pyramid of Saqqara was the pyramid that started everything revolving around the construction of pyramids in the golden age of ancient Egypt, and it is one of the first pyramids ever constructed in Egypt in 2700 BC. It was built by Imhotep, the infamous minister of Pharaoh Djoser. The pyramid has a unique six-step design and stands at a height of 62 meters made entirely of limestone and surrounded by a first-of-its-kind complex. Memphis The city of Memphis was the first official capital of ancient Egypt under the hands of its founder, King Mina, to be the life of the two lands after the unification of Egypt 4,500 years ago. It earned the title of the land of endurance and beauty, seat of government, trade and art under the god Ptah (patron saint of artisans). One interesting fact about Memphis is that the city was home to the great temple of Hut-Ka-Ptah which means (Enclosure of the Ka of Ptah) and translated in Greek as Ai-Gy-Ptos which is the etymological root of the word Egypt. The pyramid has a unique six-step design and stands at a height of 62 meters made entirely of limestone and surrounded by a first-of-its-kind complex. Memphis The city of Memphis was the first official capital of ancient Egypt under the hands of its founder, King Mina, to be the life of the two lands after the unification of Egypt 4,500 years ago. It earned the title of the land of endurance and beauty, seat of government, trade and art under the god Ptah (patron saint of artisans). One interesting fact about Memphis is that the city was home to the great temple of Hut-Ka-Ptah which means (Enclosure of the Ka of Ptah) and translated in Greek as Ai-Gy-Ptos which is the etymological root of the word Egypt. The pyramid has a unique six-step design and stands at a height of 62 meters made entirely of limestone and surrounded by a first-of-its-kind complex. Memphis The city of Memphis was the first official capital of ancient Egypt under the hands of its founder, King Mina, to be the life of the two lands after the unification of Egypt 4,500 years ago. It earned the title of the land of endurance and beauty, seat of government, trade and art under the god Ptah (patron saint of artisans). One interesting fact about Memphis is that the city was home to the great temple of Hut-Ka-Ptah which means (Enclosure of the Ka of Ptah) and translated in Greek as Ai-Gy-Ptos which is the etymological root of the word Egypt.

Finally, we take you back to the hotel and spend the night. Meals: Breakfast – Lunch: Cairo Hotel

Day 3: Flight from Cairo to Aswan / Tour to Aswan Attractions Day 3 of Cairo, Luxor and Aswan Tour Package

Morning, after breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport to take a flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, meet your Egyptologist tour guide, then proceed to visit the ruins of Aswan starting from: The High Dam The High Dam represents the modern soul of the entire city of Luxor, and was constructed between 1960 and 1970 during the reign of Gamal Adel-Nasir. The dam was designed in collaboration with the Moscow-based Water Project Institute to improve Nile flood control, generate hydroelectric power, and increase water storage for irrigation in the Lake Nasser reservoir. The Unfinished Obelisk The incomplete obelisk is a monument worth visiting, built by Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) to stand at the entrance to the Karnak Temple with the Lateran Obelisk now located in the Lateran Palace in Rome, but unfortunately, the obelisk was cracked during construction and remains there until today, reaching a height of 42 meters and weighing 1200 tons. Lunch time Enjoy your lunch at a restaurant in Aswan, then continue your 6-day tour in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan by exploring: Philae Temple Temple of Philae is the enchanting temple of the goddess Isis of love and beauty, famous for containing the “Osiris myth” which tells the story of the killing of Isis’s husband “Osiris” by his evil brother “Set” out of pure hatred and envy and then resurrects Osiris to be the ruler of the underworld was defeated by Isis and Osiris, the son of the watches of the sky, in a fierce battle in the temple of Edfu. Overnight in Aswan in a 5-star hotel. Meals: Breakfast – Lunch Trip: From Cairo to Aswan – Overnight: Aswan Hotel

Day 4: Transfer to Luxor by train – Tour to Luxor attractions Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, meet your private tour guide and transfer to Luxor by train. Upon your arrival, continue your Cairo, Luxor and Aswan excursion with a tour to: Valley of the Kings The Valley of the Kings is true without comparison, in the heart of a mountain lies the valley as the final resting place of the greatest kings and queens of Heliopolis (1570-1070 BC). The valley was made a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1979 due to the number of enchanting decorations and amazing treasures. It contains 63 tombs filled with many enchanting artifacts, statues, hypnotic ornaments, and the remains of pharaohs such as Ramesses (first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh, ninth, tenth), Amenhotep I, Hatshepsut, and famous people. King Tutankhamun. The Temple of Hatshepsut The Temple of Hatshepsut-Geser-Geseru (Holy of Holies) is the most authentic example of the beauty of ancient Egyptian civilization, it showcases the greatness of the New Kingdom (1550-1070 BC), Hatshepsut’s devotion to Amun and reflects the magnificence and charisma of one of the most successful rulers in the history of ancient Egypt, Queen Hatshepsut. It was built in 1479 BC to be the home of the god Amun. The Colossi of Memnon are the colossal guardians of Luxor, consisting of two blocks of quartz sandstone standing 18 meters (60 ft) high and weighing 720 tons each in the shape of Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386-1350). The colossal statue was damaged by a major earthquake in 27 BC but was rebuilt again in 199 AD. The statues were very popular during the Greco-Roman era due to the phenomenon called The Vocal Memnon which was caused by the statues making a false sound from time to time at dawn which was nothing more than the sound of the wind passing through the statue. Lunch time and then go for your lunch on an island. Your tour includes a boat trip in the Nile River followed by a tour to: Karnak Temples Karnak Temple is the holiest place in Luxor and perhaps the world, it is one of the largest open-air museums in the world which was known as Ipet-isu the most chosen among the places, and Pr-Imn House Of Amon. Dating back more than 4,000 years and also the largest man-made religious building in the world, it was the heart of the religious practices of the entire ancient Egyptian kingdom for more than 1,500 years. Overnight and then overnight in a 5-star hotel in Luxor. Meals: Breakfast – Lunch: Luxor Hotel

Day Five: Fly To Cairo – Tour To Cairo Sightseeing In the morning enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to Luxor airport for a flight to Cairo. Arrival in Cairo, meet your tour guide, and complete your journey in the Egyptian Museum & Coptic and Islamic landmarks in old Cairo: The Egyptian Museum The Egyptian Museum is the magical book of Egypt that holds all of its secrets, wonders, and mysteries, it is one of the biggest museums in the world and holds a number of mesmerizing artifacts and monuments dating more than 4000 years from various time periods from ancient Egyptian times. Lunch Time Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo then proceed to visit: Salah El Din Citadel The Citadel of Salah El-Din A.K.A. Cairo Citadel has been towering & protecting the city for ages. It looks over the entire city of Cairo since its construction was completed in 1182 AD by the great ruler Salah El-Din. It served as the kingdom’s headquarters and as a powerful fortress against the crusaders & napoleon’s French invasion and again in the 19th century, it became the headquarters of the government for more than 700 years. Mohamed Ali Mosque Mohamed Ali Mosque is known as the Alabaster Mosque because of the extensive usage of marble. It was constructed between 1830 and 1848 AD to be a replica of the blue mosque in Istanbul and acts as a symbol of independence and freedom against the Ottoman Empire. The mosque is truly enchanting with its ottoman-style architecture of French rococo influences and a great breathtaking dome. The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization The lavish National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is a newly added wonder that has opened its gates after being renovated in 2020 to display a magical collection of the oldest and most informative artifacts and monuments from different time periods. Within the majestic museum is the hall of mummies that contains 28 royal kings and queens from the 5000 years old history of ancient Egypt. Al Muizz Street The celestial cultural wonder of Al-Muizz street will illuminate the golden history of the Islamic era of Cairo during the 10th century AD where it was built in the heart of the magical city of minarets next to the enriching khan El Khalili bazaar. This magnificent massive social gathering is filled with incredible cafes and ancient constructions. Khan El Khalili Bazaar Khan El Khalili is walking around memory lane into the time of the ancient Islamic empire. The bazaar is known as the golden brick road of the Middle East and the oldest active market in the Middle East dating back to 970 AD. The street holds captivating Islamic architecture designs and decorations. Overnight At the end of the day, we will transfer you to the hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Flight: From Luxor to Cairo Overnight: Cairo Hotel

Day Six: End Of Cairo, Luxor & Aswan Tour Package Breakfast at the hotel, then our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you at the airport through final departure formalities to end your Cairo, Luxor & Aswan tour package. Meals: Breakfast Hint: You can share your thoughts about adding or removing any tours from your tour itinerary to be able to accommodate your requirements and fulfill your needs.

our Inclusions 3 nights at 5* hotel in Cairo. 1 night at 5* hotel in Aswan. 1 night at 5* hotel in Luxor. Flight tickets “Cairo/Aswan & Luxor/Cairo”. Train ticket from Aswan to Luxor. Entrance fees to all sites in the itinerary. All transfers by a private A/C vehicle. The service of meet and assist at all your destinations. Expert Egyptologist guides during your tours. All taxes and services.

Tour Exclusions International Airfare. Egypt entry visa. Drinks and any personal expenses. Tipping