Egypt 9-Day Tour Cairo • Aswan • Nile Cruise • Hurghada

After breakfast, meet your private qualified Egyptologist guide and begin your fascinating journey through ancient Egypt by deluxe air-conditioned vehicle.

Your first stop will be the spectacular Giza Necropolis, home to the legendary Great Pyramids of Giza.

Admire the magnificent Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops), together with the pyramids of Khafre (Chephren) and Menkaure (Mycerinus).

Continue to the iconic Great Sphinx of Giza, the legendary guardian of the Giza Plateau, and discover the ancient Valley Temple.

Continue to Saqqara, one of Egypt's most important archaeological sites and the ancient necropolis of Memphis.

Explore the remarkable Step Pyramid of Djoser, considered one of the earliest monumental stone structures in the world. Admire its distinctive six-step design and learn about the fascinating development of ancient Egyptian pyramid architecture.

Enjoy lunch at a quality local Egyptian restaurant.

After lunch, continue to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, where you will discover remarkable archaeological remains and monuments from one of the world's earliest great civilizations.

Return to your hotel in Cairo for an overnight stay.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Nile Cruise Check-in: Monday, Wednesday & Friday

After breakfast, check out from your Cairo hotel and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan.

Upon arrival in Aswan, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin your sightseeing tour.

Visit the impressive High Dam of Aswan, one of Egypt's most important modern engineering achievements.

Then proceed to your deluxe Nile Cruise for embarkation and check-in for your 3-night cruise.

Enjoy lunch aboard the cruise followed by afternoon tea.

Later, meet your guide and visit the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully located on an island in the Nile.

Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, the largest known ancient obelisk, which offers fascinating insight into the stone-cutting techniques of ancient Egypt.

Optional experiences:

• Traditional Felucca sailing

• Visit to Kitchener Island, famous for its exotic and subtropical plants

• Visit to Elephantine Island, one of Aswan's historic islands

Return to your cruise and enjoy your first evening on board.

Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Optional early-morning excursion: Wake early and enjoy a visit to the magnificent Temples of Abu Simbel, one of Egypt's most spectacular ancient monuments.

Return to the cruise and begin sailing toward Luxor.

Your first sightseeing stop will be Kom Ombo Temple, dramatically positioned on elevated ground overlooking the Nile.

Explore this unique double temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Haroeris (Horus the Elder).

Continue sailing toward Edfu, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the Nile.

Later, visit the spectacular Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples and one of the most impressive monuments of the Ptolemaic period.

Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Luxor.

Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast aboard the cruise, continue your exploration of ancient Luxor, the magnificent city once known as Thebes.

Visit the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest and most impressive religious complexes ever built. Explore its monumental columns, temples, sacred spaces and ancient inscriptions.

Continue to Luxor Temple, a magnificent monument built during the New Kingdom and expanded by several ancient Egyptian rulers.

Enjoy your final evening aboard the Nile Cruise, surrounded by the timeless atmosphere of the Nile.

Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Optional early-morning experience: Enjoy an unforgettable Hot Air Balloon Flight over Luxor.

Rise before sunrise and float above the West Bank of the Nile while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of the ancient monuments, Nile River, mountains and surrounding landscape as the sun rises.

After breakfast aboard the cruise, begin your exploration of the West Bank of Luxor.

Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, the ancient royal necropolis where many powerful pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried.

Visit the spectacular Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of the most remarkable architectural achievements of ancient Egypt.

On the way back, stop at the imposing Colossi of Memnon, the two monumental statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.

After completing your Luxor sightseeing, depart by private air-conditioned vehicle for Hurghada.

Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing day in Hurghada.

Take advantage of the beautiful Red Sea and its crystal-clear waters.

Optional experiences:

• Orange Bay Snorkeling Trip, including soft drinks

• Scuba Diving Experience

• Other optional Red Sea activities upon request

Spend the rest of the day relaxing on the beach or enjoying the facilities of your hotel.

Overnight: Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and begin your journey back to Cairo with a comfortable private transfer by air-conditioned vehicle.

Enjoy the scenic drive from Hurghada to Cairo, with a private vehicle arranged exclusively for your comfort and convenience.

Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be met and assisted by your TourEgyptTravel® representative and transferred to your Cairo hotel for check-in.

The remainder of the day is at leisure, allowing you to relax and enjoy Cairo at your own pace.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast at your hotel, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin your final day of sightseeing in Cairo.

Visit the Egyptian Museum, home to one of the world's most remarkable collections of ancient Egyptian antiquities and treasures.

Continue to the historic Citadel of Saladin, one of Cairo's most important medieval landmarks.

Visit the magnificent Mosque of Muhammad Ali, renowned for its impressive Ottoman architecture and panoramic views over Cairo.

Enjoy lunch at a quality local Egyptian restaurant.

After lunch, explore the historic area of Old Cairo and discover its fascinating atmosphere.

Continue to Khan El Khalili, Cairo's famous historic bazaar, where you can browse traditional handicrafts, souvenirs, spices and local products.

Return to your hotel for your final overnight stay in Cairo.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, check out from your hotel.

At the appropriate time, you will be transferred by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.

Meals: Breakfast

End of Your Egypt Journey

Take home unforgettable memories of ancient pyramids, magnificent temples, the timeless Nile and the beautiful Red Sea — all brought together in one extraordinary Egyptian adventure.