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Cairo Airport / Any Hotel in Cairo
Upon arrival in Cairo, a Travel Joy Egypt representative will assist with passport control, luggage, and transfer by private A/C car to your 5-star hotel. Evening features a dinner cruise with belly dancing and folklore music. Transfer back to relax overnight. Meals: Dinner | Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After breakfast, uncover Cairo's treasures with your guide. Marvel at Giza's colossal pyramids— including Khufu's enormous feat of engineering—and the iconic Sphinx. Adore artifacts at the Egyptian Museum then dine with pyramid views. Sites in Saqqara and Memphis offer glimpses of ancient capitals. Return to your hotel for rest. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Private Alexandria tour starts with Kom El Shoqafa's hauntingly beautiful catacombs. Stand below Pompey's column, glimpse Qaitbay Fortress, and delve into the Library's storied past. Feast by the sea then relax overnight in Cairo. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After the flight to Aswan, uncover engineering marvels like the High Dam and unfinished obelisk. Philae Temple's exquisite carvings pay homage to deities. Cruise onboard luxury with meals while exploring further sites. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Flight: Cairo to Aswan | Overnight: Cruise
Begin with an early breakfast before venture to the colossal temples of Abu Simbel, honoring gods and Ramses' might. Return to the cruise for relaxation and meals. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Overnight: Cruise
Visit Korn Ombo's unique double shrine then Edfu Temple glorifying Horus. Sail to Luxor with meals onboard before disembarking late. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Overnight: Cruise
Karnak's sprawling complex leaves visitors in awe. Lunch and relax in Luxor before exploring Ramses II's stunning Luxor Temple by night. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Overnight: Luxor Hotel
Discover pharaonic tombs housing great kings like Tutankhamun. Adorned with exquisite artwork, Hatshepsut and Memnon's Colossi pay tribute to royalty. Lunch follows explorations. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Overnight: Luxor Hotel
After breakfast, transfer by private car to Hurghada for check-in and relaxation on the breathtaking Red Sea shores. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
A private boat excursion introduces the magnificent coral reefs and marine life. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks | Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
Indulge in leisure activities or further discoveries on your own today. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks | Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
Experience thrill and nature's beauty on a morning safari including BBQ dinner. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks | Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
After the Hurghada to Cairo flight, tour the Egyptian Museum's grand artifacts. Then Salah El Din Citadel and Alabaster Mosque showcase Islamic architecture. The civilization Museum hosts 50,000 displays. shop along Al-Muizz Street's market. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Flight: Hurghada to Cairo | Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Spend the day independently exploring more of Cairo. Meals: Breakfast | Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After breakfast, a Travel Joy Egypt representative will transfer you to the airport, concluding your incredible Egypt tour. Meals: Breakfast
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The Pyramids of Giza
No trip to Egypt would be complete without visiting the iconic pyramids and Great Sphinx at Giza. As one of the earliest stops on this itinerary, these treasured landmarks never fail to amaze. Visitors will gaze upon the incredible Pyramid of Khufu, the largest in the world, and walk among the pyramids to take in their immense scale up close. Photography opportunities with the Sphinx provide some of the most picture perfect shots in Egypt. Nearby attractions like the Solar Boat Museum and Panoramic Restaurant afford lovely views of this epic complex.
Wonders of Saqqara and Memphis
Venturing further south of Cairo, the tour explores Egypts’ ancient roots with visits to Saqqara and Memphis. At Saqqara, the oldest stone building in history stands – the Step Pyramid of Djoser. Walking through this archaeological site transports one back in time. Memphis sheds light on Egypt’s first capital city with its significant ruins and monuments. One can envision what daily life was like in this important early center of civilization. Strolling around these lesser visited sites offers insightful glimpses into Egypt before the pyramids.
Landmarks of Alexandria
A day trip to Alexandria introduces travelers to evocative monuments in one of Egypt’s most iconic coastal cities. The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa provide a surprisingly beautiful underground world of mummies and tombs. Nearby, Pompey’s Pillar stands as an architectural marvel. As a prime harbor city, Alexandria also played a pivotal role in Egypt’s past, which visiting sites like Citadel of Qaitbay hints at. Its modern Library adds cultural sophistication to this historical port city.
Navigating the Nile in Luxury
A luxurious 3-night cruise along the Nile between Aswan and Luxor is a highlight of any Egypt tour. Pampered guests can relax in plush cabins and dining areas while taking in spectacular river views. Excursions explore dramatic temples like Abu Simbel and progressive smaller sites like Edfu and Kom Ombo. Leaving everyday stresses behind on the boat, the experience has an effortless blend of sights, services and scenery. Setting sail just as the sun rises and falls colors the cruise with memorable magic.
Exploring Temple Tales in Aswan and Luxor
Stepping off the cruise, guided tours uncover more artistic archeological secrets in Aswan and Luxor. The Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam in Aswan represent different eras of ambitious development. Further north, the colossal Karnak and Luxor Temples showcase exquisite craftsmanship and religious importance through the ages. In the Valley of the Kings, one imagines past pharaohs entombed with their treasures. Hatshepsut’s Temple stands as an architectural feat designed by ancient women. Much is still learnt from these well-preserved West Bank treasures along the Nile.
Hurghada’s Red Sea R&R
A change of pace comes when traveling to coastal Hurghada, where the next 4 nights are spent. This Red Sea escape comprises a luxury beachfront hotel, day relaxing on private sands or partaking in optional activities. Snorkeling excursions are the highlight for encountering Sinai’s famous coral reef diversity in crystal waters. Witnessing desert secrets on an engaging safari trip through surrounding mountains brings an activity-packed balance. Hurghada provides a welcome respite between Egypt’s great sites.
Cairo’s Cultural Complexities
The tour’s final stops are packed with discovery in Egypt’s contemporary capital. World-class museums including the Egyptian Museum and NMEC showcase artifacts from all eras. Walking tours through the medieval Citadel and evocative Khan El Khalili Bazaar acquaint visitors with Islamic influences. Impressive mosques like Al-Azhar Mosque and the Mahogany Mosque demonstrate Cairo’s religious significance through periods of change. This inspiring mixed itinerary reveals layers of the city that was once the center of a powerful empire.
Farewell Egypt
All too soon, this insightful adventure through Egypt’s ancient and modern gifts must draw to a close. With airports transfers included, travelers can reflect on 15 days filled with discoveries large and small. From Giza’s towering Pyramids, to Luxor’s colossal temples and Alexandria’s enduring heritage, this comprehensive tour unlocks the country’s treasures comprehensively. Its balance of guided exploration and relaxation exemplify the perfect introduction to Egypt’s inspirational treasures – a visit that will live long in travelers’ memories. Bon voyage!
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