12 Days Exceptional Holiday in Egypt

Overview

12 Days Magical Egypt tour will have the most wonderful and thrilling voyage across the golden treasures of Egypt. The excellent travel agency Egypt Select Tours will provide all our guests with the most outstanding services of a personal A/C Vehicle, excellent Nile Cruise, pleasant accommodations, and a competent Egyptologist tour guide which is anticipated from the best travel agency in Egypt during your extraordinary Egypt Tour. All our customers will have a wonderful trip package to god and sense as if they are in heaven when they visit the best historical monuments in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and El Minya. Visit the heavenly Giza Pyramids and the marvelously Egyptian Museum in Cairo next head to Upper Egypt to see the beauty of Fayoum and marvel at Tuna El Gabal and Tel Al Amarna in El Minya before you embark on the Nile to put your eye on the eternal riches of Egypt which include Karnak church, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, Valley of the Kings, Philae Temple, Abu Simbel church, Abydos church, Dendera Temple, Edfu Temple, Abu Simbel Temples, and more. Book this celestial visit and enjoy every moment of your time.

Inclusion

  • Accommodation 3 nights at 5* hotel in Cairo on Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • Accommodation 2 nights at A Private hotel in El Minya on Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • Accommodation 1 night at A Private hotel in Abydos on Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • Accommodation 1 night at A Private hotel in Luxor on Bed and Breakfast Basis.
  • Accommodation 4 nights on A Private deluxe Nile cruise on Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • Domestic flight ticket { Aswan to Cairo }.
  • Meet and assist service at Cairo International Airport.
  • Professional Egyptologist tour guide during the tours.
  • Transfers by modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Admission fees to all the sights listed in the itinerary.
  • Meals are mentioned in the itinerary.
  • All charges and taxes.

Excluded

  • International Airfare.
  • Entry Visa to Egypt.
  • Tipping.
  • Personal Expenses.
  • Any Optional Tours.

Itinerary

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Start from Cairo International Airport and once you arrive, our company delegate will be your companion step by step till you complete your arrival procedures and the official formalities then we will transfer you to the 5* hotel by a private deluxe A/C vehicle to check in and relax.

Dinner Time

At night, the best atmospheric dinner cruise on the Nile River will be waiting for you among some of the captivating mesmerizing traditional shows and the local belly dancing and Tannura spin.

Overnight

We will drive you to your hotel.

Meals: Dinner

Overnight: Cairo Hotel

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After having breakfast, you will be accompanied by your private tour guide in a modern air-conditioned vehicle to visit:

Giza Pyramids Complex

Giza Complex was greatly established during the reign of the 4th dynasty and the site is decorated by three significant iconic pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure. It is a golden masterpiece that stood the test of time and become the symbol of the mythical powers and grantees of the entire ancient Egyptian civilization.

The Great Pyramid

No majestic monument is in the world more glorious than the Great Pyramid of Giza which is found in the heart of the complex and is regarded as the last remaining ruins of the World Wonders of the Ancient World which was dedicated to Pharaoh Khufu (2609 BC - 2584 BC). It is 138.5 meters (454.4 ft) tall which aligns with the four cardinal points of the compass. The incredible king's chamber of the Pyramid stands as a magical example of the architectural skill of the ancient Egyptians.

The Great Sphinx

The Sphinx is an ancient Egyptian sculpture that is made from a piece of single limestone. The statue was carved with the shape of an unfamiliar mythical many-headed creature with the body of a lion. It's believed it's the true symbol of length and wisdom and his head is dedicated to Pharaoh Khafre (2558–2532 BC). The Statue was added in 1401 BC with the incredible dream of Steele of Thutmose IV.

The Valley Temple

The Valley Temple is seated as one of the most impressive features of the Giza Pyramids Complex which was completely established during the Old Kingdom by the members of the 4th dynasty, and the main goal of building the Valley Temple is to host the mummification processes. In addition to the mummification and purification ceremonies, the site is also used as a funerary temple for rituals and religious festivals.

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a golden portal leading to cosmic ancient Egyptian creations of celestial intelligence that were cultivated across 5000 years of continuous innovation and vivid artistic imagination. Within this colossal wonder is the once-in-a-lifetime chance to discover some of the greatest archaeological monuments and artifacts ever made which include :

The Hanging Obelisk, King Ramses Il Statue, The 10 Statues of King Senusert, The Grand staircase, Statues of Ptolemaic Kings and Queens, The Victory Column of King Mercnptah, The epic Royal Regalia, and the Grand Atrium & Gift show. 

There is a VIP ticket that gives access to witness a number of other artifacts, for more information contact us.

Lunch Time

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a very good quality restaurant then proceed to visit:

The Egyptian Museum

The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities is situated in the heart of Tahrir Square in Cairo and it acts as one of Cairo's best wonderful monumental attractions. The site is an exhibition of the ruins and treasures dating back to different periods of Ancient Egypt history starting from the Old Kingdom to the Greco-Roman Period and the legacy of Nubia.

Overnight

You will get back to your hotel for spending the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Cairo Hotel

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In the very early morning, we will pick you up from your hotel in a private air-conditioned car and drive you around 60 km away from Cairo:

Faiyum

Once you arrive, your professional tour guide will take you to visit Lake Qaroun; the first natural lake in the world which covers around 53,000 acres of Fayoum Down. Then, you will move to the National Park of Wadi Rayan and enjoy Fayoum Water Falls, Gabal El Modawara, and Wales Cemetery.

Lunch Time

Have a delicious lunch at a restaurant in Faiyum.

Overnight

You will take the route to El Minya and upon arrival, you will check in at a 5* hotel to spend the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: El Minya Hotel

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After breakfast, you will be taken to the:

Tuna El Gabal

The heavenly Necropolis of Tuna El Gabal is an ancient Egyptian archeological site that was known to be the biggest town in the city which dates from the New Kingdom to the Roman Period that includes a number of glorious tombs such as the tomb of the priest Pet-Osiris, Ibis Catacombs, and Isadora Tomb which dates back to the 2nd century AD. 

El Ashmunein

The magical location of el-Ashmunein is found on the west bank of the Nile, northwest of Mallawi which acted under the name of  Khmunw “City of the Eight” in Pharaonic times named after the Ogdoad. It held a cult center of Thoth, the god of wisdom, healing, and writing during the old kingdom plus it is filled with two famous colossal baboon statues.

Beni Hassan

Beni Hassan is a magical ancient Egyptian cemetery that holds many incredible tombs dating to the Middle Kingdom (2055–1795 BC) showcasing the economical prosperity of this incredible age which is located approximately 20 kilometers (12 mi) to the south of modern-day Minya. It was called the Greco-Roman period as the Cave of Artemis.

Lunch Time

Tasty lunch will proceed at a restaurant in El Minya.

Overnight

Get back to your hotel in El Minya.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: El Minya Hotel

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After having your breakfast, you will be accompanied by your Egyptologist to visit:

Tel Al Amarna

An archeological site that extends across the desert on the shore of the Nile River which includes the legacy and treasures of the city erected by Akhenaton and his wife Queen Nefertiti and you will enjoy the royal tombs and the spectacular temples and palaces.

Lunch Time

Have your delicious lunch at a restaurant, then travel to Assuit to discover:

Al Muharraq Monastery

Everyone will get to witness one of the most unique and divine attractions ever created in the history of the world. It's located 327 km away from Cairo, it's one of the best-preserved Coptic sites in Egypt where the Holy Family settled down for six months and ten days. Move to visit:

Meir Village

One of the most magical attractions found in the blessed land of Egypt is an incredible old cemetery for the nomarchs of the City of Cusae whose construction started during the reign of the 6th dynasty and was completed in the 12th dynasty so it's considered an Old Kingdom-Middle Kingdom grave.

Overnight

At last, you will be transferred to Abydos and spend the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Abydos Hotel

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Have breakfast then you will be guided by a private air-conditioned vehicle to visit:

Abydos Temple

Abydos Temple is one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt which is dedicated to Pharaoh Seti I (1290 BC - 1279 BC). The temple was constructed by Seti I and it was completed by his son Ramses II. Just like Muslims wish to perform the pilgrimage at Mecca at least once in their life, also the ancient Egyptians wish to visit Abydos Temple which was related to the entrance into the afterlife. Across the walls of the temple is the Abydos king List which holds the chronological names of Pharaohs from Menes to Ramsess I.

Lunch Time

Enjoy a lovely lunch meal then you will be taken to visit:

Dendera Temple

Dendera is largely Ptolemaic and Roman constructed between 2250 BC and 343 BC during the Greek Ptolemies and finished later under the Roman Emperor's reign. It is believed to have the mythical entrance of the underground kingdom of Osiris ruler of the underworld plus it is dedicated to Hathor, the Ptolemies honored Hathor as one of Egypt's most renowned deities.

Overnight

We will transfer you to Luxor and check in at a 5* hotel to spend the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Luxor Hotel

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Breakfast then you will start your Nile cruise trip from Luxor by visiting the best-renowned attractions in Luxor East Bank including:

Karnak Temple

Karnak Complex is one of Ancient Egypt's holiest religious sites which was established created between 1971 BC and 30 BC. Every pharaoh had made special additions to the complex during his ruling time. The complex has a grand procession entrance which is known as the "Avenue of Sphinxes" and there is also the magical hypostyle hall.

Transfer to check in 5* deluxe Nile cruise and have a delicious lunch then move to visit:

Luxor Temple by Night

Luxor Temple has a unique position since the temple was not erected in adoration of a god figure like most temples spotted in the region. The temple was made in 1400 BC by Ramses the great and Amenhotep III. The primary function of the temple was the rejuvenation of kingship, the crowning of many kings, and holding the annual Opet festivals.

You will spend the night onboard your Nile cruise ship.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

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Your personal Egyptologist will pick you up in a deluxe air-conditioned car after breakfast to visit Luxor West Bank:

Valley of the Kings

Valley of the Kings is a huge grave site and it's one of Egypt's finest attractions along the west bank of the Nile River. The site was largely used for burial from 1539 to 1075 BC. More than 60 tombs for different kings and pharaohs of the 17th and 18th dynasties were discovered in the region which belong to Rameses II, Seti I, Amenhotep I, Tutankhamun, Hatshepsut, and many more. The tombs inside the valley were wonderfully decorated and ornamented by the craftsmen of Deir El Medina as a preparation for the afterlife world.

Hatshepsut Temple

As it's named "Deir El Bahari" is Queen Hatshepsut's prominent monumental contribution. Hatshepsut temple is a rare building project which was built to honor the legacy of Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) with the assistance of the architect Senimut, and the primary function of the temple is to honor the queen's achievements as a mortuary temple for religious purposes.

Colossi of Memnon

Two monumental stone sculptures are seated on the west bank of the Nile. Colossi of Memnon believed that they were the symbols of security for the mortuary temple of  Amenhotep III (1391–1353 BC) which had disappeared for unknown reasons.

We will drive you back to your cruise ship for sailing to Edfu and overnight. Lunch and dinner will be onboard the cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

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Upon arrival at Edfu, you will start your trip by horse carriage with your personal Egyptologist to visit:

Edfu Temple

This Ptolemaic monument is the most inspiring temple which was constructed between 237 and 57 BC. Edfu Temple is devoted to Horus, the avenging son of Isis and Osiris. The grandeur of the temple is associated with its case because the building is still well preserved with all of its decorations and ornaments.

We will offer you a lovely lunch on the Nile Cruise then you'll board the Nile to Kom Ombo to witness:

Kom Ombo Temple

Situated at a bank on the Nile where the scared crocodiles crawled and basked on the riverbank in ancient times, Kom Ombo Temple is one of Nile Valley's finest sited temples which was made between 180 BC and 47 BC which has twin dedications for two local gods: the crocodile god Sobek and Haroeris.

You will return to your cruise ship and continue sailing to Aswan. Dinner will be onboard the cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

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Have an early departure with breakfast boxes to join your personal tour guide and we will drive you by a private A/C vehicle to Abu Simbel to visit:

Abu Simbel Temples

The legendary two temples of Abu Simbel are just like an unbelievable miracle which are located at the ending point of Upper Egypt across the southern borders. The site was erected by Pharaoh Ramses the Great  (1279-1213 BC) between 1264 BC and 1244 BC. The artwork found on the temple shows the winning of the epic Kadesh battle in 1247 BC which ended in the signing of the first-ever documented peace treaty in history. The whole site was named "Temple by Ramses, Beloved by Amun". The primary function of building the major temple of Ramses II is to commemorate the victory of the king in his wars and the other small temple was constructed to honor his own beloved Queen Nefertari.

We will transfer you back to your Nile cruise to spend the rest of the day onboard. Lunch and dinner will be onboard the cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

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Check out after breakfast then you will head to the best of Aswan historical landmarks with your professional tour guide including:

Aswan High Dam

Aswan High Dam was the first step for Egyptians to enter the industrial age and control the Nile flood in addition to having a new source of wealth and power. The dam is 111 meters high, 3830 meters long and 980 meters wide and it had six turbines producing approximately 2.1 million kilowatts.

The Unfinished Obelisk

It's one of the most impressive monoliths and the largest obelisk ever erected by man. The Unfinished Obelisk has a Greek design that was created from red granite in the 18th dynasty by the Great Queen Hatshepsut and it weighs 1200 tons.

Philae Temple

Philae was established on a rocky island between 380 BC and 362 BC by Ptolemy II and some other Ptolemaic rulers had added their contributions to the building. The temple was greatly constructed to become the house of worship for Isis the goddess of motherhood.

Lunch Time

Let's have appetizing lunch at a deluxe restaurant.

Overnight

You will fly to Cairo and check in at a 5* hotel for an overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Flight: From Aswan to Cairo

Overnight: Cairo Hotel

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Check out then we will transfer you to Cairo International Airport to catch the flight back home and end your package trip.

Meals: Breakfasta

Price Policy

All prices are charged in USD per person per trip. You can also pay us online via a secure payment gateway and without any extra costs or surcharges. This is our pricing policy for this trip.

Children Policy

The children’s policy applies to children who share a room with their parents. If your trip includes a flight ticket, additional fees for your children may apply.

  • Children under 2 years of age can travel free of charge with their parents.
  • From 2 to 6 years old: 25% of the adult price
  • From 6 to 11 years old: 50% of the adult price
  • Children aged 12 and over-travel at the same fare as adults.
Deposit

Once your itinerary is confirmed, we will collect 25% of the agreed final trip value as a deposit, which can be paid via Online Payment, PayPal, or Western Union.

Tipping

Tipping is part of the Egyptian culture to express one’s satisfaction with the good services provided to him by his duty staff. It would be nice to give it when you are satisfied with our services and if not then you don’t have to do it.

Cancellation Policy

Important Note: If your trip includes a domestic flight or a Nile cruise, know that there is no refund for the booking value in the event of cancellation of the trip according to the policy of Nile cruises and airlines companies.

  • 30 days before the trip 100% refund.
  • 20 days before the trip 50% refund.
  • 10 days before the trip no refund.
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All of Egypt is worth seeing in all its splendor, but some sites must be seen first, like the magnificent Red Sea of Hurghada, the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the Luxor wonders like the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Hatshepsut Temple, the Aswan wonders like Abu Simbel temples, Philea temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Alexandrian wonders like the Qaitbat Citadel, Pompey's Pillar, and Alexandria's Library. Learn more about Egypt's top tourist destinations.