10-Day Private Tour in Egypt

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Welcome to Cairo, Egypt (Around The Clock)
1 stop
1
Cairo
I will warmly welcome and assist you upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport. Subsequently, I'll accompany you to the hotel in an exclusive air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. At the hotel, the tour manager will ensure a seamless check-in and go over your holiday itinerary. We'll confirm pick-up times for each tour, setting the stage for an organized and enjoyable experience. Your overnight stay in Cairo awaits.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Cairo Day Tour (Giza Pyramids – Egyptian Museum)
3 stops
2
Pyramids of Giza
I'll collect you from your hotel for an immersive pyramid tour encompassing Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. The experience involves an exploration of the interior of the Great Pyramid. Subsequently, we'll journey to the renowned Great Sphinx, hailing from Chephren's era. The tour extends to the Valley Temple, intricately linked to Chefren's pyramid.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
3
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
Following that, relish a delectable lunch at a local restaurant. Your next stop is the Egyptian Museum, a repository of Pharaonic-era artifacts. The museum boasts an exceptional collection spanning 5000 years of art, regarded as the world's largest and most invaluable trove of Egyptian art. With over 250,000 artifacts on display, it notably includes a dedicated exhibition of Tutankhamun's treasure, gold, and jewelry – items that remained sealed within his tomb for more than 3,500 years until their discovery in the 1920s. Your exploration also encompasses the Mummies room. Concluding your visit, we'll return you to your hotel.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
4
Giza
At day's end, we'll accompany you to Giza train station for your departure to Aswan via the Sleeper train. Enjoy an overnight journey with dinner served on board.
10 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Aswan Day Tour (High Dam – Unfinished Obelisk – Philae Temples)
3 stops
5
Aswan High Dam
Upon arrival at Aswan train station, you'll be warmly welcomed and assisted. Embark on your Aswan Excursion, beginning with a visit to the High Dam. Learn about its construction journey and the events leading up to its inauguration in the 1970s.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
6
Temple of Philae
Proceed to explore the magnificent Philae Temple, constructed as a tribute to Goddess Isis, the principal deity of the island.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
7
Unfinished Obelisk
Next, advance to explore the Unfinished Obelisk, a testament to the ancient Egyptian techniques employed in obelisk carving. This monumental artifact likely belonged to Queen Hatshepsut, a prominent figure in the 18th Dynasty and the royal spouse of King Tuthmosis II. Notably, Queen Hatshepsut possessed her temple on Luxor's eastern bank. Some theories also associate this obelisk with Queen Nefertiti.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Abu Simbel Day Tour
1 stop
8
Abu Simbel
Indulge in a hearty breakfast at your Aswan hotel. Following that, you'll be transferred to commence your journey to the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples. The drive takes approximately three and a half hours each way, in the comfort of a private air-conditioned vehicle. Begin your Abu Simbel Tour, an encounter with two monumental rock temples. Visit the remarkable Temple of Ramses II, and then proceed to explore the Temple of Queen Nefrtari (Hathor Temple). As your tour concludes, return to your Aswan hotel.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Kom Ombo – Edfu (Bus tour)
2 stops
9
Kom Ombo
Begin your day with a satisfying breakfast at your hotel. Then, embark on a journey to Kom Ombo. Commence your tour with a visit to the Kom Ombo Temple, an homage to the deities "Sobek" and "Haroeris".
2 hours • Admission ticket free
10
Temple of Horus
Continue your voyage to explore the Temple of Horus in Edfu, renowned as Egypt's second largest and most intact temple. Following this remarkable visit, proceed with your journey to Luxor.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Luxor – Valley of the Kings – Hatshepsut Temple & Memnon
3 stops
11
Valley of the Kings
On your Luxor City Tour by commencing with a transfer to the West Bank. Here, you'll delve into the mystique of the Valley of the Kings, a testament to architectural magnificence employed for regal burials. Within this valley lie the resting places of numerous kings. Prominent among them are the tombs of King Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon, King Ramssess VI, King Mrenptah, and Amonhotep II.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
12
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Proceed to explore the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural marvel constructed by the ruler herself. Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, governed Egypt for around two decades during the 18th Dynasty (approximately 1490-1469 B.C). Remarkably, she stands as the sole pharaonic woman to have reigned over ancient Egypt.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
13
Colossi of Memnon
En route, you'll catch sight of the Colossi of Memnon, remnants of Amenhotep III's mortuary temple. Following this, your journey takes you to Luxor's east bank, culminating with your return to the hotel.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Luxor Karnak and Luxor Temples
3 stops
14
Temple of Karnak
Proceeding onwards, your next destination is the awe-inspiring Karnak Temples. A pinnacle of historical worship, these grand structures are devoted to the deities Amon, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
15
Luxor Temple
Conclude your tour with a visit to the Temple of Luxor. Constructed by Amenhotep III during the 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom, it was later finalized by Ramesses II in the 19th Dynasty. Subsequently, you'll be chauffeured back to your hotel in Luxor.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
16
Luxor
Savor the delights of your Luxor City Tour before being escorted to Luxor Train Station for your return journey to Cairo via the sleeper train. As you travel, dinner will be provided onboard, allowing you to unwind and enjoy the overnight experience.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Cairo Day Tour Saladin Citadel, Churches & Khan El-khalili
3 stops
17
Cairo Citadel
Upon your arrival in Cairo, your next stop is one of the city's renowned tourist destinations: Salah Aldin's Citadel. An architectural masterpiece, it houses the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali, the largest Ottoman mosque during the first half of the 19th century.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
18
Coptic Cairo
Following a delightful lunch at a local restaurant, you'll embark on a tour of Cairo's renowned churches. The itinerary includes visits to The Hanging Church and the Church of St. George the Martyr, both ingeniously integrated into the walls of the historic Fort of Babylon. These structures potentially rank among Cairo's oldest. Additionally, you'll explore the Church of Abu Serga (St. Sergius), believed to be the shelter where the Holy Family sought refuge in a cave, with the church erected as a commemoration. This entire region is globally acclaimed as a pilgrimage destination.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
19
Khan Al-Khalili
Prior to your return to the hotel, you'll have the chance to explore the historic Cairo market, Khan El-Khalili. Embrace the opportunity to showcase your haggling prowess as you navigate the vibrant stalls and shops.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 9
Cairo day Tour Sakkara , Memphis and Dahshur
3 stops
20
Pyramids of Dahshour
I will personally collect you from your hotel in Cairo or Giza, commencing our journey southwards. Our destination is Dahshur, a renowned royal necropolis in Egypt that houses the iconic Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid, both attributed to King Snefru. Situated approximately 40 km from Cairo, this historic site beckons us to delve into the mysteries of ancient pyramid architecture.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
21
Step Pyramid of Djoser
Continue your exploration with a visit to the Step Pyramid of Zoser, an architectural marvel considered the world's oldest significant stone structure. Constructed during the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser, it stands as a testament to ancient ingenuity.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
22
Memphis and Sakkara
Subsequently, continue to indulge in a delectable lunch at a local restaurant. Following this, you'll be transported to the ancient city of Memphis, established by King Menes and serving as Egypt's capital during the Old Kingdom. With a legacy spanning over 3000 years, it was a hub of governance and culture, representing Egypt's inaugural capital. During your visit, witness the awe-inspiring Statue of Ramses II and the majestic Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 10
Cairo final departure
1 stop
23
Cairo
Immerse yourself in the vibrant local life of Cairo through a complimentary city tour of downtown Cairo. Afterwards, you'll be conveniently picked up and transferred to Cairo International Airport for your ultimate departure.
4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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