18 Days Exploration of Egypt Tour Package

Giza Pyramids

Your voyage will take place at the golden Giza Pyramids Complex which was cultivated on this blessed land around 2600 BC to offer a cosmic entrance that breaks the boundaries of time and space to create a bridge between the gods and kings of the 4th dynasty by using the majestic Great Pyramid of Giza, the enigmatic Sphinx, and mythical valley temple.

The Great Pyramid

The Great Pyramid of Khufu is a living pillar of glory and mythical allure, constructed by Khufu (2609 BC - 2584 BC) the second pharaoh of the Fourth Dynasty of Egypt around 2560 BC. The pyramid is made of 2.3 million limestone blocks which way around 6 million in total that required a paid labor of up to 100,000 workers and took 20 years to build using a system of ramps and levers. It is 481 feet (146.5 meters) high and has a base of 755 feet (230 meters) that faces the four cardinal points of the compass which was the tallest man-made building in the world for over 3,800 years. The interior of the Great Pyramid is a very advanced design made of granite and contains three main chambers which are the Queen's Chamber, King's Chamber, and the Grand Gallery.

The Great Sphinx

The Great Sphinx of Giza is the most famous and iconic piece of art and one of the largest monolithic statues in the world that offers a glimpse into the hidden force that protected this miraculous Giza complex that measurements 240 feet (73 meters) long, 73 feet (22 meters) high, and 66 feet (20 meters) are wide which was carved from a giant piece of limestone. The face of the Sphinx is believed to be a portrait of Khafre (2558 BC - 2532 BC) to immortalize his wisdom and strength.

The Valley Temple

The Valley Temple is an ancient mortuary temple that leads to the spiritual world where the fate of each soul is determined by the father of Maat. It is located in the vicinity of the Great Sphinx, within the Giza Necropolis, and was built during the reign of Pharaoh Khafre to the center for the mummification process which is known as the opening of the mouth ceremony.

Lunch Time

You will have your lunch at a local restaurant.

Overnight

You will return to your hotel to spend the overnight in Cairo.

Saqqara Step Pyramid

The Saqqara Step Pyramid, also known as the Step Pyramid of Djoser, is a golden staircase that acted as the inspiration behind the creation of the Giza Pyramids Complex. The Step Pyramid is considered the earliest colossal stone building and the first pyramid ever constructed in Egypt that featured an entire complex. It is located 30 kilometers (19 miles) south of Cairo that was Built built between 2670–2650 BC for Pharaoh Djoser and designed by his main architect, advisor, and the high priest of the god Ra "Imhotep". The staircase pyramid stands at a height of around 6 steps at 60 meters (197 feet) tall which was originally clad in white limestone.

Memphis City

Memphis City was the first-ever capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom (2700–2200 BC)and is located near present-day Giza, on the west bank of the Nile River. It was founded around 3100 BC by Pharaoh Narmer and served as the political and cultural hub of Egypt for several centuries, housing the royal palaces, administrative buildings, and religious centers. The city was dedicated to the god Ptah, who was associated with creation and craftsmen, and it became an important religious center during its peak.

Lunch Time

Indulge in a delightful lunch experience at a restaurant in Giza, where you can savor delicious cuisine while enjoying the magnificent surroundings.

Dahshur Pyramids

The golden Dahshur Pyramids area are magical wonders that shed light on the early innovation of the ancient Egyptians which attempted to unlock the secret to creating immortal pyramids. It is the home to several important pyramids, including the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid which both were built during the reign of Pharaoh Sneferu (2613 - 2589 BC) which marks an innovative and transitional phase in the pyramid construction methods.

Overnight

You will return to your hotel for the overnight.

Lake Qarun

Qarun Lake is known all over the world for being the largest saltwater lake in Egypt and the major attraction in Fayoum. It provides a magical serene setting for the ultimate relaxation and birdwatching. The lake is home to various bird species, making it a magnificent paradise for bird enthusiasts and natural exploration.

El Fayoum WaterFalls

The magical natural Waterfalls of Fayoum are blessed with beautiful waterfalls, and one of the most famous is the Wadi El-Rayan Waterfalls which are formed by natural springs and offer a refreshing escape from the desert surroundings. The area features two man-made lakes connected by a series of waterfalls. These waterfalls cascade down rocky cliffs, creating a tranquil and mesmerizing sight. Everyone will get to swim in crystal-clear waters and bask in the natural beauty of this heavenly area.

Lunch Time

Enjoy a delightful lunch at a restaurant where you can relish delicious dishes amidst magnificent surroundings.

Wadi El Rayan

Wadi El-Rayan is a heavenly and beautiful protected area renowned for its two interconnected man-made lakes, created as a result of agricultural drainage. The Egyptian lakes are surrounded by stunning desert landscapes and are known for providing a surreal contrast that will make every moment fill like magic. Wadi Rayan is also home to various bird species and wildlife, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers and photographers.

Overnight

As the day draws to a close, settle into a magical camping experience in the heart of Fayoum.

Wadi El Hitan

Also known as the Valley of Whales which is famous for its exceptionally well-preserved fossils of prehistoric whales "The Archaeoceti" is found in an Area of 200.15 km2 (49,458 acres) dating back around 40 million years. These fossilized are frozen in time and are able to provide valuable insights into the evolution of whales and their transition from land to sea creatures. The unique geology and natural wonders of this enchanting desert landscape of this UNESCO heritage site are a true marvel to look at and explore.

Lunch Time

Relish a delectable lunch in Fayoum, where nature's beauty merges with authentic flavors.

Overnight

You will spend the Overnight camping at Fayoum.

Meidum Pyramid

The enigmatic Meidum Pyramid is found around 100 kilometers (62 miles) south of Cairo. It is one of Egypt's earliest attempts at constructing a true smooth-sided pyramid. It was initially built as a step pyramid but was later modified to transform it into a true pyramid. It was originally built by Huni the last pharaoh of the Third Dynasty and continued by Sneferu. It serves as a fascinating example of the experimentation, innovation,  and development of pyramid construction techniques during the Old Kingdom.

Lunch Time

Savor the flavors of Egypt with a delectable lunch that will transport your taste buds to culinary bliss. 

Overnight

In the evening, you will retire to a comfortable hotel in the city of Minya and spend the night.

Tuna El Gabal

Tuna El Gabal is a miraculous necropolis dating between the New Kingdom and the Roman period between (1570 BC- 640 AD). It is famous for its rock-cut tombs, which belong to various high-ranking officials and priests which makes it the biggest Greco-Roman necropolis in Egypt. These tombs are adorned with intricate reliefs and paintings that depict scenes from ancient Egyptian mythology and daily life. One of the main attractions in Tuna El Gabal is the underground Catacombs of Isadora which were dedicated to the ibis-headed god Thoth and were used to house mummified ibises, which were considered sacred in ancient Egyptian religion. Temple of Thoth of writings and wisdom is also an incredible attraction that displays remnants of its grandeur, including towering columns and reliefs.

El Ashmunein

El Ashmunein, also known as Hermopolis Magna, is an ancient Egyptian city that was known as the "Eight-Town of the Ogdoad". It was one of the major cities of Upper Egypt and served as the capital of the 15th Upper Egyptian nome during the old kingdom. El Ashmunein was dedicated to the god Thoth, the deity of wisdom and writing. The city played a significant role in the religious practices surrounding these deities. It is filled with the remnants of ancient Egyptian architecture, including majestic columns, decorative reliefs, and statues. The site also houses various artifacts and sculptures that provide insights into the religious and cultural practices of the time.

Beni Hassan

Beni Hassan is an archaeological site that played a role as a cemetery during the Old, middle, and New Kingdoms. It is famous for its magnificent rock-cut tombs that belong to the Middle Kingdom period of ancient Egypt. These tombs were constructed for the local provincial governors and high-ranking officials of the time. The tombs of Beni Hassan are known for their remarkable wall paintings depicting scenes from daily life, religious rituals, and military expeditions. One of the most famous attractions there is the tomb of Khnumhotep and the Cave of Artemis.

Lunch Time

You will enjoy a delightful lunch in El Minya City.

Overnight

Heading to your hotel in Minya for a well-deserved rest.

Tel Al Amarna

Tel Al Amarna, also known as Amarna or the shinning capital of Akhetaten marks a forced shift into the theistic beliefs of the ancient Egyptians. It was the capital of Egypt during the reign of Pharaoh Akhenaten in the 14th century BCE. The city was constructed by Akhenaten to worship the sun god Aten and served as a center for the worship of a monotheistic religion. Tel Al Amarna is renowned for its well-preserved ruins and the insights it provides into the religious and political changes that took place during that period which failed miserably.

Al Muharraq Monastery

Al Muharraq Monastery is a very significant important Coptic Christian monastery that is located in the epic Wadi El Natrun desert that is famous for its spiritual significance which acted as a popular pilgrimage site for Coptic Christians. It is one of the four surviving monasteries in the region and has a rich history dating back to the 4th century CE. The monastery complex is made of a number of great attractions which are churches, chapels, cells, and other buildings that feature a number of great works of art.

Lunch Time

Indulge in a delightful lunch experience in Minya, where history comes alive amidst the flavors of local cuisine.

Meir Village

Meir Village is a very exotic archaeological wonder that includes the ruins of an ancient Egyptian settlement dating back to the Old Kingdom period. The site of Meir contains the remains of temples, tombs, and residential structures. The tombs were built for the nomarchs, mayors, and priests from Old Kingdom–Middle Kingdom (6th–12th Dynasty). Many Archaeological excavations have uncovered valuable artifacts and inscriptions that provide insights into ancient Egyptian society and religious practices.

Overnight

You will be transferred to Abydos where you will check in at your hotel where you will spend the night.

Dendera Temple

Dendera Temples Complex is a celestial museum filled with miraculous treasures which is famous for being home to the well-preserved Temple of Hathor. This temple complex was dedicated to the goddess Hathor, who was associated with love, beauty, and fertility. The temple was created around 2250 BC to the end of the Ptolemaic period (332-30 BCE). The temple is renowned for its elaborate reliefs and carvings, which depict various mythological and astronomical scenes. One of the most famous features of the temple is the Dendera Zodiac, a circular stone ceiling adorned with intricate astronomical symbols, marvelous crypts, and the golden Dendera light.

Lunch Time

After visiting Dendara temple, you will have a delicious lunch at a restaurant in Abydos, then, continue your trip by visiting:

Abydos Temple

The Great Temple of Abydos is a magnificent gem that is known as one of the oldest and most sacred sites in ancient Egyptian history. It used to be a prominent cult center for the god Osiris, the ruler god of the afterlife and resurrection. Abydos is famous for holding the Temple of Seti I (1290 BC - 1279 BC) which was built during the New Kingdom period (16th-11th century BCE). The temple is famous for its detailed reliefs known as the Abydos graffiti, Helicopter hieroglyphs, and the Abydos King List, a series of cartouches that lists the names of many pharaohs from early Egyptian dynasties from Menes to the Ramsess dynasty. Abydos is also home to the Osireion, an enigmatic underground structure associated with Osiris and his resurrection.

Overnight

As the day draws to a close, you will transfer to Luxor, where you will enjoy a comfortable overnight stay.

Karnak Temple

The grandeur of the Karnak Temples complex became the most selected of places that were found between 1970 BC and 30 BC over a period of 2,000 years to be a worship center which was dedicated to the worship of the god Amun-Ra, along with his wife Mut and their son Khonsu that formed the Theban triad of the 18th dynasty. The complex is found on 247 acres that are known for its impressive architectural features, towering columns, exquisite reliefs, sacred statues, and the magnificent Hypostyle Hall plus the Sacred Lake, and the Golden Avenue of Sphinxes.

Lunch Time

You will have your lunch at a local restaurant then head to explore:

Luxor Temple

The majestic Luxor Temple is a lunar wonder that came to be the celebrate the miraculous royal heritage of the greatest rulers in history. The Temple was founded around 1400 BC for the main purpose of admiring the rejuvenation of kingship. This enchanting temple was built and enlarged by a number of great rulers like Amenhotep III, Tutankhamun, Ramesses II, and Alexander the Great. The marvelous Opet festival was made to celebrate the Theban Triad of the 18th dynasty which is made of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu between the celestial avenue of the sphinxes.

Overnight

You will return to your Luxor hotel and spend the overnight.

Valley of the Kings

The mystical Valley of the Kings is a miraculous marvel found underground on the heavenly Theban necropolis which was hidden from everyone in the belly of a Ben hill that holds over 63 tombs dedicated to rulers from the New Kingdom (1570 - 1050 BC) of the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties. All the incredible rock-cut tombs are beautifully preserved chambers and admire the vividly colored wall paintings that depict ancient Egyptian mythology and the pharaoh's journey into the afterlife.

Hatshepsut Temple

The heavenly holy of the Holies Temple of Hatshepsut is an impressive mortuary temple dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut (1507–1458 BC) that was carved into these gigantic cliffs that blend harmoniously with the natural surroundings. The temple features three terraced levels connected by ramps, adorned with intricate reliefs depicting the queen's achievements, divine birth, and victorious expeditions to foreign lands. The temple's architecture is incredibly perfect that is known for its colonnaded halls, statues, and sanctuaries which offer a magical glimpse into the grandeur of the New Kingdom era.

Lunch Time

Indulge in a delectable lunch experience in Luxor, where ancient history meets culinary delight.

Colossi of Memnon

The Colossi of Memnon are two shining colossal statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386 - 1349 BC) that were completed in 1350 BC that once guarded the entrance to the faded mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. The grand colossi are 18 meters (60 feet) in height and depict the pharaoh seated on his throne; they contain a number of magnificent carvings and decorations across the sides of the statues.

Overnight

You will then head to the marvelous city resort of Hurghada where you will spend the overnight.

The Egyptian Museum

The magnificent Egyptian Museum which is found in Tahrir Square in 1902 AD and acted as one of the world's most renowned museums dedicated to ancient Egyptian art and antiquities. It houses a vast collection of artifacts that covers the artistic and historical heritage of Egypt that spanned 5000 years.

The Hanging Church

Hanging Church is an honorable church known as Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church which gained the title of the staircase church. It is one of the oldest churches in Egypt which date to the 3rd century AD that was created on the Babylon fortress. The church is known for its architectural beauty and the suspended position above the ground by six meters. It is an important pilgrimage site for Coptic Christians and features stunning religious icons, intricate woodwork, and ancient relics.

Lunch Time

You will enjoy your delicious lunch at a local restaurant then head with your tour guide to:

Al Muizz Street

The magnificent Muizz Street is a beautiful living museum that was established in 969 AD to be one of the main streets of the economic and social districts of this golden capital. It is found in Bab al-Futuh in the north to Bab Zuwayla in the south which are filled with a mesmerizing cluster of mosques, mausoleums, madrasas, and traditional Fatimid Islamic architecture which are adorned with golden intricate details and beautiful decorative elements.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

The enriching and captivating Khan El Khalili Bazaar will be the key to having a fulfilling shopping experience which was made in the Mamluk period between 1382 and 1389 AD. Everyone will have a magical adventure in order to buy a wide array of products, including jewelry, textiles, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs that are based on the rich culture and history of Egypt.

Overnight

Head to their hotel to spend the overnight. 

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa is an underground golden historical necropolis that acted as the final resting place for an entire royal family in the second century AD. The mound of shards is one of the seven wonders of the middle ages that is located 100 ft in the ground and features very beautiful intricate tombs, halls, and chambers adorned with remarkable frescoes, statues, and reliefs that offer a glimpse into the multicultural heritage of ancient Alexandria that is Roman, Greek and ancient Egyptian.

Qaitbay Citadel

The Qaitbay Citadel is a striking fortress that acted as a powerful stronghold that was built from 1477 to 1479 AD on the place held the epic lighthouse of Alexandria which is situated on the eastern harbor of Alexandria to offer the ultimate form of protection from invasions. The interior of the citadel holds an incredible mamluk artistic architecture that was constructed using the salvaged rocks of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Lunch Time

Savor the freshest flavors of the sea with a delightful seafood lunch in Alexandria.

Pompey's Pillar

Pompey's Pillar is a golden towering granite column standing at around 27 meters (88 feet) in height. Despite its name, the pillar has no connection to the Roman general Pompey. It was actually erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian in the 4th century AD. The pillar some a number of marvelous designs across its base and top plus some amazing carvings.

Alexandria Library

The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a modern architectural marvel situated near the site of the ancient Library of Alexandria which was opened in 2002. The library aims to revive the spirit of its ancient predecessor, which was renowned as one of the largest and most significant libraries in the ancient world.

Overnight

You will head back to your hotel to spend the overnight in Cairo.

Baron Empain Palace

The Baron Empain Palace "The Hindu Palace" is an architectural exotic gem located in the Heliopolis district of Cairo which was built in the early 20th century, this magnificent palace features a blend of European and Indian architectural styles. It boasts impressive domes, intricate carvings, and lush gardens. Although not open to the public on a regular basis, the palace is a sight to behold from the outside, showcasing the opulence and grandeur of its time.

Manial Palace of Muhammed Ali

Manial Palace is another architectural marvel situated on Rhoda Island in the Nile River that was Built-in the early 20th century around 1875 AD, this palace was the residence of Prince Mohammed Ali Tewfik, the uncle of King Farouk. The palace is a masterpiece of architectural fusion, blending European, Islamic, and Ottoman styles. Its stunning gardens, elegant interiors, and extensive art and manuscripts collections.

Abdeen Palace

Abdeen Palace is a miraculous marvel of royal glory and golden luxury that was established in 1863 and served as the official residence of Egypt's royal family and the government from 1874 until the 1952 revolution. The palace is a blend of neoclassical, rococo, and Islamic architectural styles. It now serves as a museum showcasing historic artifacts, including furniture, paintings, and personal belongings of the royal family.

Lunch Time

Delight in a flavorful lunch experience in the heart of Cairo, where a fusion of culinary traditions awaits.

Mohamed Ali Palace Shubra

Mohamed Ali Palace is an elegant palace complex made in 1808 to be one of the magnificent palaces of this golden modern era. It is located in the Shubra neighborhood of Cairo. The palace exhibits a fusion of Ottoman, Moorish, and Persian architectural styles and houses an extensive collection of villas, gardens, and towers.

Overnight

Your overnight stay begins with a warm welcome at a centrally located hotel in Cairo.