12 Days
Daily
Cairo Airport / Any Hotel in Cairo
Airport pickup, transfer to hotel in Cairo.
At 8:45 am You will be picked up by a Travel Joy Egypt tour guide (Egyptologist) from your hotel in Cairo to visit the Three Great Pyramids of Giza Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus.
And then proceed to the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Then move to visit the oldest Pyramid in Egypt the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara which is considered the first limestone structure in Egypt and its history goes back to the third Dynasty (old Kingdom).
In addition, you will see marvelous Tombs that still have the original scenes with their colors still on the walls never changing for more than 4000 years.
Then move to visit the Memphis Museum of King Ramses II to witness his colossus statue lying down and the nicest standing in the garden and see also the alabaster of the Sphinx of Memphis. Then head back to your hotel driven by the same car. Take an overnight bus to Luxor.
Arrive Luxor. Travel Joy’s Egyptologist will pick you up from your drop-off point by air-conditioned private van to Luxor East bank to visit, Luxor Temple: This temple is located in the heart of Luxor and is dedicated to the Theban Triad of gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.
The temple dates back to the New Kingdom and has been added to by various pharaohs throughout history.
Karnak Temples: Karnak is a massive temple complex located just north of Luxor Temple. It was built over a period of 2,000 years and is dedicated to the god Amun.
Highlights include the Great Hypostyle Hall, the obelisks, and the Sacred Lake. Spend the night in Luxor.
Start your west bank tour by visiting the Valley of the Kings which was used for the burial of many kings buried in this valley.
The most famous tombs are King Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon, and King Ramssess VI, then move to visit The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari.
Queen Hatshepsut is the daughter of Thutmosis I, She ruled Egypt for about 21 years and she is considered the only pharaonic woman who reigned ancient Egypt.
Later you will pass by Colossi of Memnon which is some remains of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep II Night bus back to Cairo
City tour at 9:00 AM
Start your Cairo city Tour with our tour guide who will pick you up from Your Hotel to visit the most important sights around the city.
Firstly, you will visit the Citadel of Salah El Din which was constructed with limestone quarried from large blocks supplied by the small pyramids at Giza.
It was completed between 1176 and 1182. In the 19th century. The Citadel became the residence of the royal family. Muhammad Ali, the Turkish ruler. As well as visiting the mosque and the palace, you will enjoy an amazing view across the city from this high point. Launch at a public restaurant.
Then you will visit the most important sights which include the Egyptian museum and see most of Tutankhamun’s treasures, which contain the world’s most extensive collection of pharaonic antiquities.
The last part of the trip is visiting Coptic Cairo to see the very marvelous sites like the hanging church of the Virgin Mary, seeing the Coptic Museum, which collects very rare types of Coptic arts and then you will see the cave church where the holy family stayed for three weeks.
Then Finally Khan el Khalili old market. Spend the night.
Cairo Airport transfer.
This affordable 6-day tour offers an up-close cultural experience of Egypt's iconic landmarks and rich history.
With expert guiding, comfortable accommodation and hassle-free logistics, travelers can immerse themselves in the sites and embrace local experiences at their own pace.
The variety of destinations covered makes it a comprehensive introduction to the treasures of ancient Egypt.
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Arrival in Cairo
The tour begins with an airport pick-up and transfer to your hotel in Cairo. Get refreshed after the long flight and prepare for an exciting week of discovery.
Giza Plateau
Rise early to beat the crowds and tour the Great Pyramids of Giza, the last surviving structure of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World. Marvel at their colossal size up close and learn about the Old Kingdom pharaohs who commissioned their construction. Nearby, encounter the enigmatic Great Sphinx.
Memphis and Saqqara
Venture to Memphis, royal capital of Lower Egypt during the Old Kingdom. See the alabaster statue of Ramses II in the gardens of the archaeological museum. Continue to Saqqara for a chronological history lesson – tour the step pyramid complex of Djoser, the oldest stone structure in the world.
Journey South
Board an overnight sleeper bus south to Luxor. Try to get some rest for the busy days of sightseeing ahead exploring Ancient Thebes and the Valley of the Kings.
Luxor’s East Bank Treasures
Upon arrival in Luxor, begin with the immense Karnak Temple, once part of the largest religious complex in the world. Cross the river to Luxor Temple and see where ancient processions terminated. Gain insights into the rituals and mythology of the New Kingdom era.
Valley of the Kings
On the West Bank, enter this famous necropolis tucked away in the cliffs. See the lavishly decorated tombs of kings like Tutankhamun and Seti I that survived plunderers for millennia. Nearby, visit Hatshepsut’s sun temple carved into the cliff face.
Return to Cairo
After breakfast, transfer back to Cairo by night bus. Arrive refreshed for afternoon sightseeing including the Egyptian Museum’s treasures and medieval Khan El Khalili bazaar.
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