9 Days Recreational and Adventure Holiday in Egypt

The Great Pyramid of Khufu

This is one of the most picturesque attractions in the world that was built in 2570 BC by the great King Khufu its construction took almost twenty years to be built with such massive blocks and adequate measurements which was able to reach the height of 138.5 m (454.4 ft) under the supervision of the main architect Hemiunu and that is why it is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World and the only one to remain intact.

The Great Sphinx

After enjoying touring around the three major pyramids of Giza, you will find yourself in front of the mythical Sphinx that was built by King Khafre  (2558–2532 BC), the son of King Khufu, who was dubbed as Horus of the Horizon. The most interesting thing about this statue is that its face takes the features of the king himself, but its body takes the shape of a lion as a sign of eternal wisdom and power.

The Valley Temple

Now after checking the great achievements of the ancients, you will head to the ancient site that witnessed the Mummification & Purification ceremony known as the Opening of the mouth of the bodies of the great pharaohs of the 4th dynasty who ruled Egypt during the Old Kingdom.

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is loaded with incredible archaeological treasures, aligned with the celestial 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

Your tour guide will transfer you after finishing the Giza tour to a terrific Egypt restaurant to have your lunch meal, and then you will head to one of the most interesting sites in Cairo.

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum holds on its two floors the spirit and the artistic awareness of the ancient Egyptians, which dates back more than 4000 years. To know more about the style of life of the ancient Egyptians, their customs, some of their items, and treasures, there is no place in Egypt that will amaze you and let you check all of this and more than the fascinating Egyptian Museum. 

Overnight

Then at the end of your day tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel overnight.

The High Dam

Aswan High Dam is considered by many, one of the most important modern achievements in Egypt which were built between 1960 and 1970 with the help of the Soviet Union as it has a huge effect on controlling flood in Egypt and it provided a great source for generating electricity and power in addition to leading to the improvement in the economic, social, and political state in Egypt.

The Unfinished Obelisk

This is one of the most important obelisks in Egypt although it has never been finished. It was built under the order of Queen Hatshepsut (1508–1458 BC) who wanted it to be the largest obelisk to be ever built by a ruler in Karnak Temple which is 41.75 m (137.0 ft) tall and made to pierce the sky, but it got cracked and she decided to leave it in its current location in Aswan as an open museum showcasing the skill of the ancient Egyptian builders.

Lunch Time

After that, head with your tour guide to have your delicious lunch.

Philae Temple

You may have heard some stories & myths about Isis and how much she loved her husband Osiris and Philae Temple is an ancient temple made in 380-362 BC during the Ptolemaic era that was dedicated to her in the past, her worship center, and surprisingly it was relocated to its current location in Aglikia Island as it was about to be destroyed from the flood of the Nile.

Overnight

We will transfer you to check in your hotel in Aswan for the overnight.

Abu Simbel Temple

There aren't enough words that can describe the magnificence of this temple and any visit to Egypt shouldn't miss this destination. In Abu Simbel, you will find 2 mesmerizing temples made in 1264 BC; the great one was dedicated to King Ramses II who built this temple with specific purposes in mind which is to honor Amun‑Ra, Ra‑Horakhty, Ptah with a godly statue of himself which was celebrated during the Sun Festival on the 22nd of February and October. He wanted to celebrate his victory in the Battle of Kadesh and commemorate his memory for thousands of years to come. The smaller temple was dedicated to his lovely wife Queen Nefertari who he loved so much and wanted to give her a gift that lasts for a lifetime.

Lunch Time

After finishing your tour, we will drive you back to Aswan to have your delicious lunch meal.

Overnight

You will be transferred to the train station to catch your 1st class train to Luxor. Upon your arrival, we will drive you to your 5* Hotel in Luxor to check-in and overnight.

Valley of the Kings

If you are looking for a mystery, enthusiasm, and adventure, then this site will surely get your appeal. It contains a labyrinth of  Egyptian tombs up to 63 all belonging to the New Kingdom (1550 – 1070 BC) made for nobles, Egyptian Kings, and queens of 18^th, 19^th, and the 20^th dynasties which include Seti I, Tutankhamen, Ramses II, and much more which is a marvelous experience to know some secrets regarding the ancient lives of the royals.

Hatshepsut Temple

Among the greatest achievements of Queen Hatshepsut, lays her picturesque temple on the West Bank of Luxor made in 1479 BC into the cliffs of Deir el-Baharia by the overseer of her works Senenmut to showcase and immortalize her success and to honor the gifts and protection of the creator god Amun. The temple of Hatshepsut is one of the most impressive temples on the earth with the inscriptions on its walls and the accurate measurements that were taken in its construction.

Colossi of Memnon

It is one of the most interesting statues in Egypt which was built in 1350 BC. It is actually a twin quartzite statue that belongs to king Amenhotep III who has some amazing achievements all through the temples, and statues he built. These two statues were actually built to guard his mortuary temple but his temple was destroyed and Colossi of Memnon is the last remaining part of the temple.

Lunch Time

Then, you will get your lunch meal in an outstanding Egyptian restaurant and then you will join your tour guide to visit:

Karnak Temple

You will head now to the largest religious temple all over Egypt "Karnak Temple" which was created over the course of 2000 BC all the way to 30 BC that was dedicated to a family of deities known as the Theban triad {Amun-Re, Mut, and Montu}. Great and immortal rulers like Ramses the great, Amenhotep IV and Ramsess the great were able to leave their mark on the temple complex and enlarge it to its current state. You will get totally surprised by the size of each temple inside and surely you are going to love the experience of walking in the avenue of Sphinxes there.

Overnight

After finishing your tour in Luxor, you will be transferred to an A/C vehicle to start a new stage of your holiday in Egypt in the amazing city of Hurghada. When you arrive there, you will check-in 5* hotel and overnight.