8 Days Luxury Cairo & Upper Egypt Holiday

On day two in the morning, you will enjoy a breakfast meal at the hotel. Then you will check out and leave. After that, your guide will take you on a marvelous tour to see the ancient sites of Giza starting with the pyramids complex.

The Great Pyramid of Khufu

The Pyramid of Khufu (2609 BC - 2584 BC)  is the oldest and the largest ancient world wonder which was completed in 2570 BC. Also, it was the first pyramid to be built of the three pyramids. The Khufu pyramid held the record of the tallest man-made structure in the world at 138.5 meters (454.4 ft) for about 3,800 years. The pyramid has a very advanced architectural design which has intrigued travelers from all over the world.

The Amazing Sphinx

Next to the pyramids, you will see the giant mythical creature of the Sphinx with a body of a lion and ahead of a human of Pharaoh Khafre (2558–2532 BC) sculpted from limestone. It is 73 m "240ft" long and 20 m "66ft" high. Between the paws of the sphinx is the marvelous dream steele of Thutmose IV which was placed there in 140 BC to showcase its endless greatness that spanned for endless time.

The Valley Temple

During the reign of King Khafre, the Valley temple was constructed and filled with amazing pink-granite pillars and alabaster floors. The Valley temple used to hold 24 statues of Khafre. It was the ultimate medical center where the purification and mummification process was performed which is known as the Opening of the Mouth Ceremony. 

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a royal house of everlasting glory and magic that was inaugurated in 2023 for everyone from all over the world to tell the story of how Egypt achieved everlasting greatness which spanned for over 7000 years. This billion-dollar establishment contains more than 100,000 artifacts that come in all shapes and colors showcasing the innovative minds of the ancient Egyptians across the ages.

Lunch Meal

Next, you will have a lunch break as you will enjoy a tasty meal at a local restaurant in the city.

The Saqqara Step Pyramid

Designed by the vizier of Pharaoh Djoser, the brilliant Imhotep between 2670–2650 BC to a one-of-a-kind funerary tomb filled with majesty and greatness showcasing the blessed nature of this grand style of architecture and art, Saqqara Step Pyramid was created to have a unique shape of six stages reaching a height of 62 m (203 ft) and hold some of the finest means of incredible architecture.

Memphis city

After the union of Ancient Egypt by the Pharaoh Menes, he constructed the city of Memphis in 2925 BC and it became the capital of Egypt for about eight consecutive dynasties during the Old Kingdom. The everlasting capital fell under the protection of the creator god Ptah of craftsmanship.

Overnight

At the end of the day, you will be taken to Cairo Airport where you will fly to Aswan City. After landing at Aswan airport you will be transferred to a five stars hotel for checking in and overnight.

In the morning breakfast will be served at the hotel in Aswan. Next, your tour guide will take you to visit some of Aswan's marvelous Attractions.

High Dam of Aswan

The Aswan High Dam project's main reason was to have much control over the Nile floods and to produce hydroelectricity. South of the dam, Lake Nasser was formed to be the largest artificial lake in Egypt.

The Unfinished Obelisk

During the reign of Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC), a magical monument was made to pierce the skies which were constructed as a giant Obelisk "The Unfinished Obelisk" to represent the power and glory of the queen but the project was abandoned due to a crack in the rock of the obelisk.

Temple of Philae

Philae temple has the power to narrate the greatest tale ever told "The Myth of Osiris" which was built in 690 BC during the reign of the pharaoh Nectanebo I during 380-362 BC on an island in the middle of the Nile. The temple is the last sacred place for worshipping the goddess Isis of motherhood and healing.

Lunch Meal

Later on day three, you will be moved back to the hotel for a lunch meal and to get some rest.

Overnight

Overnight will be in your hotel in Aswan City.

You will get your breakfast boxes on the fourth day early morning. Then your guide will take you by a private car to Abu Simbel Village where you will visit:

Abu Simbel Temple

Abu Simbel temples are visions of divine beauty and majesty consisting of two twin rock temples that were originally built into a mountainside in 1274 BC, during the rule of the Pharaoh Rameses II (1279-1213 BC). The Temples took about 20 years to be completed.

The large temple was devoted to the pharaonic gods of Ra-Horakhty, Amun, and Ptah, as well as honoring King Rameses and his achievements. The other temple was built for his darling wife Nefertari the beloved of Hathor.

Lunch Meal

After the end of your memorable visit to Abu Simbel, you will be transferred back to Aswan City for having a delicious lunch at one of the finest restaurants in the city.

Overnight

Then you will go to the train station where you will catch the 1st class train heading to Luxor. As soon as you arrive in Luxor you will check in a five stars hotel for overnight.

In the morning, you will enjoy a wonderful breakfast. Next, you will go to Luxor historical and monumental sites on the eastern Nile bank:

Karnak Temple

Karnak is the center of divine allure showcasing the religious enchanting wonder of the art and architecture of Egypt which was built between 1971 BC and 30 BC, upgraded gradually over the years by each new Pharaoh adding to it, from the beginning of the Middle Kingdom through the New Kingdom to the Ptolemaic Dynasty to honor the Theban Triad of Khonsu, Amun, and Mut.

Lunch Meal

Next, you will lunch will be served at your hotel then you will have some rest till night. At Night you will go to:

Luxor Temple

Luxor temple is a beautiful creation made for the rejuvenation of kingship showcasing the royal majesty and allure of this great civilization which was dedicated to the god Amun. It was built by Pharaoh Amenhotep III in about 1400 BCE. The southern sanctuary still opens after sunset, unlike the rest of the temples in Egypt, known to sparkle under the magical rays of the moon.

Overnight

Later you will be taken back to your hotel in Luxor for overnight.

Breakfast will be ready for you on the morning of day six. Then you will visit the historical Attractions on the west bank of Luxor.

Valley of the Kings

A royal burial site is Situated deep at the center of a BEN-BEN mountain on the western bank of Luxor city acting as a living miracle exploring the mythical art and architectural brilliance of the New Kingdom (1570 - 1050 BC), Valley of the Kings contains 63 royal tombs each is full of unique artifacts and relics alongside mummies of Rameses II, Amenhotep I, Tutankhamun, Seti I, and many more. 

Hatshepsut Temple

Known as El Deir el-Bahari, Hatshepsut temple is evidence of the Glory and power of Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) the only female pharaoh and one of the most successful rulers in the history of ancient Egypt. It was completely finished in 1479 BC to become a complete example of New classical architecture.

Lunch Meal

Next, you will enjoy a tasty lunch meal at one of the city's deluxe restaurants. Then you will continue your tour:

Colossi of Memnon

The enchanting Colossi of Memnon is a site of two colossal statues carved from blocks of quartzite sandstone that reach 18 m (60ft) and weigh 720 tons each. The statues represent the great pharaoh Amenhotep III "1386-1350" who captivated travelers, especially from the Hellenistic period.

Overnight

At the end of day six, you will go to the eastern bank of Luxor to the airport as you will take your flight to Cairo. At the capital, you will go to a five stars hotel to check in and overnight.

On the seventh day, in the morning breakfast will be served at the hotel and your guide will accompany you to visit the old districts and the historical places of Cairo.

The Egyptian Museum

With many unique artifacts that date more than 5000 years, the Egyptian Museum is famous for having the belongings of great figures which can explore and shed light on the rich history of ancient Egypt.

Lunch Meal

Lunch meal will be served at a luxury restaurant in the city of Cairo before resuming your historical tour to:

The Hanging Church

Acts as the mainstay place for the Coptic patriarch for many years, the hanging church or the Holy Church of the Virgin Mary is the core of the Coptic community in Egypt. It is a glorious wonder dating to the 5^th century AD found on the southern gate of the Babylon fortress where the holy family took shelter that has a height of 30 ft.  

Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque

Amr Ibn Al-Aas ordered to build of a mosque to be the holy place for Muslims in 641 AD  to be the first mosque in Africa so everyone can do their praying and serve as an educational place for Islam. Today, Amr Ibn Al-Aas mosque is considered the most important Islamic legacy in Egypt.

Ben Ezra Synagogue

Ben Ezra Synagogue is a very unique archaeological marvel filled with the most incredible pieces of religious artistic architecture which has served as the capital of Jewish community worship until the 1950s. It used to be a church before it was converted to a Synagogue that was in 882 AD.

The National Egyptian Museum

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is able to captivate travelers from all over the world which is able to shed light on the rich art and mythical culture of Egypt which spanned thousands of years. It was inaugurated in 2020 to offer the ride of a lifetime across the history of Egypt that spanned over 7000 years. The NMEC has a collection of 50,000 artifacts and about 28 royal mummies that tells the story of the rise of this epic civilization.

Al Muizz Street

Al Muizz Street is an everlasting Fatimid maze of intriguing beauty of stunning Islamic architecture, which includes numerous mosques, madrasas, and mausoleums that has the power to provide a magical glimpse that tells the stories of the medieval ages around 970 AD.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

The great bazaar of Khan El Khalili is the ultimate shopping center in all of Egypt which is located on the old streets of Islamic Cairo. It was built in the Islamic Mamluk era between 1382 and 1389 AD. The bazaar offers a wide range of goods such as spices, foods, and clothes as well as masterpiece souvenirs and golden artifacts. 

After your unforgettable Cairo tour, you will be transferred back to the hotel for the overnight.

On your final day morning, your breakfast will be served then you will check out from your hotel in Cairo. Next, you will be taken to Cairo Airport to catch your flight back home safely. This will be the end of your 8 days luxury Cairo and Upper Egypt holiday.