8 Days Cairo, Abu Simbel, Luxor & Hurghada

Giza Pyramids Complex

Giza Pyramids Complex has existed for more than 4000 years as an example of the eminence of the ancient Egyptian civilization. The complex is made of three main pyramids, six little pyramids, the great sphinx, and the place of immortal preservation of the Valley temple.

The Great Pyramid

The Great Pyramid of king Khufu is a living blessing famous for being the last untouched establishment of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It was created in 2580 BC with features meaning great design and architecture as soon as the king's chamber the grand hall that connects all the rooms, and the queen's chamber. The design of the temple made Hemon the main architecture of the Pyramid.

The Great Sphinx

The Sphinx is a colossal eternal caretaker who has the shape of a mythical prehistorical with the body of a strong lion and the face of a  King Khafre (2558–2532 BC)to stand as evidence of his everlasting power and wisdom. The magical dream Steele of Thutmose IV (1401–1391) can be seen between his massive paws.

The Valley Temple

The Valley Temple is the center of the Mummification process that came into existence during the heavenly Egypt old kingdom (2686 - 2134 BC) to serve the divine 4th dynasty by performing the purification ritual of the opening of the mouth. The valley is completely made of limestone, and granite and holds unique diorite statues of King Khafra.

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a gigantic piece of divine art filled with stunning archaeological spectacles, aligned with the stellar pyramids of Giza, and spans nearly 490,000 square meters. It serves as a gateway to 5,000 years of history, illuminating the artistry, spirituality, and enduring legacy of ancient Egypt for generations to come. It bridges ancient Egypt and modern innovation through advanced architecture, artistic sense, and immersive storytelling.

GEM is designed to have one of the biggest conservation centers in the Middle East, along with research labs and educational facilities dedicated to preserving Egypt’s heritage. Everyone can marvel at treasures such as the Hanging Obelisk, the 11-meter colossus of Ramses II, and the complete collection of over 5,000 artifacts from Tutankhamun.

Lunch Time

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo before you move to visit:

Saqqara Step Pyramid

Saqqara Step Pyramid is an exotic creation that came from the mind of the epic  Imhotep, the head vizier of Pharaoh Djoser. It has a unique design made up of six steps plus a first-of-its-kind complex and stands at a height of 62 m. It served as his resting place and was the key inspiration for the creation of the Giza Complex.

Overnight

At the end of the day, you will head to Cairo airport to catch your flight to Aswan and upon arrival, you will check into your hotel reservation in Aswan for the overnight.

Abu Simbel Temples

The two great Abu Simbel temples have been the apex of glory and allure of Egypt as the final frontier & the guardian of the southern border since its creation by Ramses II (1279-1213 BCE). The temple was called "Temple of Ramses, beloved by Amun". Abu Simbel consists of two temples, the bigger one is for Ramses where the sun festival takes place on the 22 of February & October of each year when the sun shines on the faces of the four seated statues of Ramses II, Ptah (God of creation), Amun (The Creator God), and Ra (Sun God), the smaller temple is dedicated to his wife Nefertari. The temple was part of the most challenging archeological rescue operation in history led by UNESCO in the mid-60s.

Lunch Time

Return to Aswan where your lunch is served at a local restaurant in Aswan.

Overnight

You will be transferred to the train station to take a 1st class train to Luxor. Upon arrival, check-in at the 5* hotel for an overnight stay.

Karnak Temple

Karnak temple is where the ancient Egyptians communicated with the heavens, it was known as Ipet-isu The Most Selected Of Places, and Pr-Imn House Of Amon, it dates to more than 4000 years when it was famous for being the largest religious man-made construction in the world, it was the worship headquarters of the entire ancient Egyptian kingdom for more than 1500 years to various deities like the great Osiris, Montu, Ptah and Isis but was dedicated primarily to the Theban triad that consisted of God Amun with his wife the Goddess of Justice Mut and his son the moon god Khnsou.

Lunch Time

Lunch is served at an oriental food restaurant and then continue your trip by visiting:

Hatshepsut Temple

Hatshepsut Temple is a true vision from ancient Luxor, it gained the name Djoser-Djeseru (Holy of Holies) and showcases the allure and prestige of one of the most successful rulers in the history of Ancient Egypt Queen Hatshepsut. The temple was constructed in 1479 BC and took 15 years to fully build. The design of the temple is based on the concept of Classical Architecture of Egypt's new kingdom and within the temple lies some of the most captivating and enchanting statues, decorations, and artifacts in the entire world.

Valley of the Kings

Valley of the Kings is like a magical tunnel located in the heart of the mountain which guides the soul of royalty to the heavens, it has acted as the final resting place for the greatest kings and queens of the new kingdom (1570-1070 BC) as It holds 63 tombs filled with various treasures, artifacts, statues, hypnotically beautiful decorations and the remains of pharaohs such as Ramses (I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, IX, X), Amenhotep I, Hatshepsut, and the boy king Tutankhamun which all resulted in the valley of the kings becoming a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1979.

Colossi of Memnon

Colossi of Memnon are the colossal guardians of Luxor which are basically two massive blocks of quartzite sandstone standing at the height of 18 m (60ft) weighing 720 tons each and have the shape of Pharaoh Amenhotep III(1386-1350). The colossi were damaged due to a large earthquake in 27 BC and were rebuilt again in 199 AD.

Overnight

Transfer by a private A.C vehicle to Hurghada. Upon arrival, move to the 5* hotel to check in for the overnight stay.

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum is a cosmic attraction of beauty and magnificence that showcased the infinite and everlasting astonishment of the ancient Egyptian civilization that endured for more than 5000 years. It has two floors found in downtown Cairo was built in 1902 and is the ultimate model of the immortal charm and grandeur of Egypt that stood the test of time.

Lunch Time

Head to a local restaurant in Cairo to enjoy your delicious lunch meal and complete your day tour with a special visit to:

The Hanging Church

The holy Church of the Virgin Mary a.k.a. The Hanging Church was built on the southern wall of a Roman fortress called Babylon in the 5th century AD. The church is one of the most renowned Coptic sites in Egypt which served as the residence for the Coptic patriarch. The church is 30 ft and towers over the city of Cairo, and the construction and the interior of the hanging church are mesmerizing with elements from the 7th to 13th-century artistic design.

Amr Ibn Al Aas Mosque

Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque was the first mosque to be built in Africa in 641 AD. The mosque is still an active house of worship and one of Egypt's most important & prominent Islamic destinations. It was rebuilt many times throughout the 7th century even today renovations are taking place. The mosque was reconstructed various times which made it acts as a living example of the Islamic architecture progress over the centuries.

Ben Ezra Synagogue

Ben Ezra Synagogue is a special landmark dating back to the 19th century when it was used to be a church and then transformed into a synagogue in 882 AD. It is believed by many that it held an original copy of the Old Testament. The synagogue remains in a very good intact condition, holding extraordinary designs and decorations. The place used to be the capital of Jewish worship for many years until the 1950s.

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is a magical bridge of art and memories that connect the predynastic periods with modern and contemporary eras. The museum will showcase all the incredible art, history, and culture of Egypt that dates back to more than 4000 years in the simplest and most amazing manner with the help of the most advanced methods of museology.

Al Muizz Street

Al-Muizz Street is a mythical maze of beautiful golden streets that was assembled between 953–975 AD and enlarged in1171 AD to shed light on all the glorious Islamic art and architecture of this celestial civilization. The astral streets of Al Muizz are known to be a significant cultural center gathering filled with countless house museums, cafes, and art galleries.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Khan El Khalili Bazaar is a reminder of the greatness of ancient Islamic Egypt, the golden brick road of the Middle East. The street was created in 970 AD and remains very active till today and holds everything a traveler might wish for. It has vintage cafes and shops that date back to different generations containing extraordinary Islamic architecture and decorations leading to the street itself.

Overnight

You will then return to the hotel for the overnight.