11-Day in Egypt Tour Itinerary

Your Egyptologist tour guide will meet you at your hotel to begin your Egypt Travel Package, taking you to some of the most remarkable and historical sites in the country. The tour kicks off with a visit to the legendary Giza Pyramids, where you'll explore the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the Middle Pyramid of King Chephren, and the Smallest Pyramid of King Mecerinus. You'll also get a chance to admire the majestic Great Sphinx of Giza, a symbol of strength and wisdom, carved directly into the rock.

Next, you'll visit the Egyptian Museum, established in 1902, which showcases a stunning collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and masterpieces. Inside, you'll find treasures from recently uncovered tombs, as well as items crafted from gold, silver, and wood, including intricately designed coffins, sarcophagi, and papyrus scrolls. The museum also houses over 120,000 items that reflect daily life in ancient Egypt.

After a delightful lunch, you'll continue with a Coptic Cairo tour, visiting some of the oldest and most significant churches in the Middle East. This area is believed to be where the Holy Family found refuge during their flight from persecution. You'll visit the Hanging Church, dedicated to the Holy Virgin Mary, and the ancient Abu Serga Church, which holds great historical and religious significance.

The tour concludes with a visit to the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue, originally a Coptic church before being converted into a synagogue. It stands as a symbol of Egypt's rich and diverse religious heritage.

After this immersive journey through ancient and religious history, your guide will escort you back to your hotel for a relaxing evening.

Overnight at your Cairo hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, your Egyptologist guide will escort you to begin your journey to the breathtaking White Desert. Named for its surreal, chalky white limestone formations, this desert presents a magical and otherworldly landscape, especially under the night sky. As you travel through this captivating area, you'll witness the stark beauty of golden sand dunes and the salt lakes, surrounded by the green oasis of date palm groves. The area is well-known for its lush fruit gardens, offering a sharp contrast to the arid desert surroundings.

On your way to the White Desert, you'll pass through the mysterious Black Desert, named for its layer of volcanic dolerite, which gives the region its dark, eerie appearance. The Valley of El Haize is another fascinating stop along the way, located about 50 kilometers south of Bawiti, the main village of Bahariya Oasis.

A highlight of your desert journey will be a visit to the Crystal Mountain, also known as the Jewel of the Desert. This site is famous for its striking quartz crystals, with over 12 types of crystal formations that sparkle in the sunlight, creating an unforgettable view.

Finally, you’ll explore the spectacular Valley of Agabat, a place of remarkable rock formations and serene landscapes. As evening falls, you’ll set up camp in the White Desert, where you'll enjoy a mouth-watering dinner while watching the sun set over the stark white landscape.

End your day with a peaceful overnight camping experience under the stars in the White Desert, a perfect conclusion to a magical desert adventure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

After breakfast in the desert, transfer to the hot springs area for a beautiful view of mushrooms, chickens, rabbits, trees, and tents. Take photos of the limestone rocks and formations.

Then return to Bahariya Oasis. Our tour guide will accompany you in a special air-conditioned car from Bahariya to your Cairo hotel for overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

After enjoying your breakfast, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport to catch a flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be greeted by our representative, who will assist with the airport formalities. You will then meet your English-speaking tour guide to begin your Aswan sightseeing tours.

The first stop is the Aswan High Dam, which was initiated by President Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 and completed in 1971. The dam was constructed to control the annual flooding of the Nile, secure water storage for agriculture, and generate hydroelectric power for the country, playing a vital role in Egypt’s modernization.

Next, you will visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis, the ancient Egyptian goddess of magic and motherhood. The temple holds great historical significance as it was one of the last places where the ancient Egyptian religion was practiced, even after the rise of Christianity.

After these remarkable visits, you will be transferred to your hotel in Aswan for check-in and a relaxing overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, check out and meet your tour guide for a visit to the Temple of Edfu.

The temple was constructed during the Greco-Roman period using sandstone blocks to honor the falcon God Horus. Then continue driving to your hotel in Luxor for the night.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

After enjoying a delicious breakfast at your hotel, your Luxor tour will begin with a visit to the magnificent Luxor Temple. Located on the East Bank of the Nile, this ancient temple was initially constructed by King Amenhotep III during the New Kingdom over 3,400 years ago, with later contributions from King Ramses II. The temple is a testament to the grandeur and religious significance of the pharaohs of ancient Egypt.

Next, you will visit the Luxor Museum, which was opened to the public in 1975. Inside, you'll find an impressive collection of artifacts from ancient Egypt, including remarkable pieces from the reign of King Amenhotep III. Additionally, the museum houses Coptic monuments from the 5th century and Islamic pieces dating back to the Mamluk era, showcasing Egypt's rich and diverse cultural heritage.

After exploring these incredible sites, you'll be transferred back to your hotel in Luxor for an overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Have your breakfast you will then proceed to the most inspiring tour by attending the Luxor West Bank Tour.. First, you will see the Colossi of Memnon:

they are built for King Amenhotep III which, during his reign, Egypt witnessed great prosperity in art and economics, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut:

This was constructed by the most powerful female ruler of ancient Egypt known as Queen Hatshepsut and will learn about the rivalry between her and Tuthmosis III her son in law who erased many of her images while on the tour. Then transfer to see the greatness Valley of the Kings:

the ancient pharaohs’ Kings used this place to bury themselves and to be their entrance to the other world, it has more than 70 tombs for the great kings, however; the most famous tomb linked to the king Tutankhamen because his tomb was found intact coupled with all his richness. After that you will fly to Hurghada where you will be checked in your hotel for an overnight.
 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Enjoy a cheerful breakfast at your hotel in Hurghada and enjoy a free day. You may select from a variety of trips and activities in Hurghada.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

After breakfast, go to Hurghada Airport for your flight to Cairo International Airport. Enjoy the remainder of the day with various activities. Explore old Cairo's Islamic quarter and shop at Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the Middle East's oldest bazaar. Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing dinner on a floating restaurant during a Nile cruise with a spectacular entertainment show. Stay overnight in a Cairo hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast at your hotel, your tour guide will drive you to Cairo International Airport for your final departure from your 11 Days in Egypt Tour.

Meals: Breakfast