6 Days Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor & Abu Simbel Vacation

Breakfast and get ready before your tour guide arrives to take you for a legendary adventure of non-stop sightseeing to visit the most renowned historical attractions, including:

Giza Pyramids Complex

The Giza Pyramids Complex is the most impressive monumental site in the land of pharaohs, dating back to the ruling time of the 4th dynasty. The complex consists of the three prominent pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, which were built as resting places for their own kings.

The Great Pyramid of Khufu

The most massive pyramid in existence is the Great Pyramid of Cheops, which touches the edges of the heavens at a height of 147 m, and was regarded as the largest and tallest structure in the ancient world. This immortal wonder was made to be the tomb of Pharaoh Khufu (2609 BC - 2584 BC) as it was designed by his brilliant vizier and architect Hemon. It is a true testament to the ingenuity, imagination, engineering, and overall resourcefulness of the ancient Egyptian civilization. This divine pyramid is a true divine gem of miraculous stone that has spread timeless puzzles of bliss and mysteries for ages.

The Magical Sphinx

The Great Sphinx is one of the most iconic monuments in ancient Egypt, which is known to be the oldest renowned statue that is devoted to Pharaoh Khafre (2558–2532 BC) to preserve his power and wisdom while being on the great body of a lion. This mysterious wonder has many great tales and facts to narrate, plus one of the finest monuments is the Dream Stele of Thutmose IV. 

The Valley Temple

The Valley Temple is a heavenly piece of art that for many generations across 500 years acted as the main center for purification and mummification purposes which was known as the Opening of the Mouth Ceremony. This highly preserved wonder has delivered much priceless information about the funerary and mythical beliefs of the ancient Egyptians during this time period. 

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a modern piece of art found in the divine and miraculous heart of the Golden Giza Pyramids Complex that was fully completed in 2023 after spending about one billion dollars. The gem is filled with a number of great works of art dating from many ages that showcase the incredible knowledge and very mythical beliefs which the ancient Egyptians believed and in turn, shaped their entire existence. Across the museum are over 100,000 artifacts that will convey some of the most precious facts and tales.

Lunch Meal

This is lunchtime at a good quality restaurant then you will be escorted to visit:

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum is the largest known display of ancient Egyptian antiquities, which exhibits a glorious collection of artifacts showcasing the magnificent, rich history and culture of this marvelous civilization. The museum was built in 1902 in Tahrir Square, Cairo, and it houses a vast collection of ancient artifacts.

Overnight

You will be taken to Cairo Airport to catch a direct flight to Aswan, and once you reach Aswan, your tour guide will drive you to the 5-star hotel to check in and overnight.

Wake early and receive your breakfast boxes, then you will join your tour guide in a private air-conditioned vehicle to visit the legendary:

Abu Simbel Temple

No monumental site in Upper Egypt is more impressive than the Abu Simbel Temples, which were located in the extreme southern borders of Egypt along the Nile Valley. The site consists of two marvelous temples, the major building is dedicated to King Ramesses II (1279-1213 BC) who is known as Ozymandias which was mainly constructed in 1264 BC as a way to immortalize his many achievements, such as winning the great battle of Kadesh in 1274 BC, and the other temple was established to honor his wife Queen Nefertari. The temples were relocated in the 1960s to save them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

Lunch Meal

We will drive you back to Aswan to have lunch at a Nile View restaurant.

Overnight

You will catch a first-class train to Luxor and overnight at the 5-star hotel in Luxor.

Breakfast at the hotel, then you will start a fascinating adventure to Luxor's must-see landmarks with your tour guide to visit:

Karnak Temple

Karnak Temple is the most massive religious temple known in Ancient Egypt, which was established between 1971 BC and 30 BC. Karnak is just like a full city of temples, shrines, pylons, hypostyle, and monuments, and it's enough to know that the total site measures around 247 acres, and it was mainly constructed for religious rituals. The most selected of places is a space that is full of mysteries and wonders, and it provides insight into the religious beliefs and artistic achievements of ancient Egypt. 

Valley of the Kings

The Valley of the Kings is an awe-inspiring underground tomb complex consisting of 63 tombs belonging to the kings of the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties of the New Kingdom (1570–1050 BC). It was discovered by Howard Carter in 1922. One of the most magnificent tombs in the valley is the golden tomb of King Tutankhamun, the only intact royal tomb ever found.

Hatshepsut Temple

Hatshepsut Temple is a living masterpiece of divine allure, bliss, and grandeur known as the only of holies which were carved across the rocky cliffs of "Deir El Bahari" on the west bank of the Nile and It belongs to Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) who ruled the country during the period of the 18^th dynasty she was one of the most successful pharaohs in Ancient Egypt history. The three floors of the temple are carved into a natural cliff, and its walls are decorated with intricate reliefs depicting various scenes from the life of Hatshepsut and the gods of ancient Egypt, such as Amun and Hathor.

Lunch Meal

Lunch will be served on an island in the Nile then move to visit

Colossi of Memnon

The magnificent Colossi of Memnon are two gigantic, identical, massive sculptures that towered 18 meters in height and stood at the entrance of the ancient city of Thebes to guard the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III (1391–1353 BC). The Colossi are over 18 meters tall and weigh around 720 tons each, plus the sides of the statues are decorated with scenes from the pharaoh's life, including his military campaigns and religious ceremonies. The carvings also depict the pharaoh with the god Hapi and with his own family.,

Overnight

You will catch the flight to Cairo and upon arrival, you will check in at a 5-star hotel and stay overnight.

A private air-conditioned vehicle will be well prepared for you to start a full day trip in Alexandria with one of the best skillful tour guides to visit Alexandria's must-see tourist spots, including:

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa are a remarkable Roman burial site renowned for its elaborate artistic decorations. Recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages, the catacombs were used for burials between the 2nd and 4th centuries AD by a wealthy Roman family, whose affluence is reflected in the intricate art and architectural details of this extraordinary underground complex.

The Pompey's Pillar

Pompey's Pillar is a Roman triumphal column that was erected between 298–302 AD to honor the Roman Emperor Diocletian. This monument was made from red granite, and it measured around 100 feet tall. This great pillar is one of the finest pieces of archaeological wonder that has no equal in all of Africa.

Qaitbay Citadel

Qaitbay Citadel is the first defensive line of the city of Alexandria against the advances of the Ottoman army, which was constructed by Sultan Qaitbay between 1477 AD to 1479. This defensive castle has, for many generations, protected this historic coastal city from many foreign attacks. The citadel was built using the salvaged rocks in the incredible location, which once held the colossal lighthouse of Alexandria.

Lunch Meal

A delicious lunch will be served at a fish restaurant then move to visit:

Alexandria Library

The Library of Alexandria is one the most amazing libraries located on the face of the earth that was inaugurated in 2002 that contains more than 8 million books in all fields in addition to a number of great artifacts and monuments that showcases the rich knowledge of this everlasting civilization.

Overnight

Transfer back to your hotel in Cairo.

This is the time to have your last breakfast before our representative transfers you to Cairo International to fly back home and end your 6-day Egypt trip to Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor & Abu Simbel.