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12 Days Cairo & Upper Egypt Tour Details
- Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
- Tour Location: Giza / Cairo / Alexandria / Aswan / Abu Simbel / Luxor / Dendara / Abydos / Sahara
- Tour Availability: Available Everyday
- Pickup & Drop Off: Cairo Airport
- Tour Type: Private
12 Days Cairo & Upper Egypt Tour Expedition Tour
The amazing 12 Days Cairo & Upper Egypt Tour is a journey to the birthplace of human civilization where you can see the beauty and appeal of the structures that our prehistoric predecessors built thousands of years ago. At Egypt’s most well-known tourist spots, travel through time. Admire the Giza Pyramid Complex and discover Cairo’s attractions. Following that, you will experience the magnificence of Aswan and Luxor, learn about the heavenly Abu Simbel temple, the distinctive Karnak temple, and the majestic Valley of the Kings, and ultimately take a rare journey across the desert landscapes of Egypt to learn about its untold mysteries. Book today and tear destroy Egypt’s paradise!
Tour Highlights
Cairo Highlights
- Giza Pyramids Complex
- The Egyptian Museum
- Salah El-Din Citadel
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Luxor Highlights
- Karnak Temples
- Hatshepsut Temple
- Valley of the Kings
- Dendera & Abydos Temples
Aswan Highlights
- Abu Simbel Temples
- Philae Temple
- Aswan High Dam
- Unfinished Obelisk
Alexandria Highlights
- Qaitbay Citadel
- Pompey’s Pillar
- Catacombs
- Alexandria Library
Trip Inclusions
- All charges and taxes.
- Meals are mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meet and assist service at the airports.
- 1st class train ticket to Luxor from Aswan.
- Fluent Egyptologist tour guide during the tours.
- Domestic flights {Cairo – Aswan / Luxor – Cairo}.
- Admission fees to all the sights listed in the itinerary.
- Accommodation 1-night camping in the desert on full board.
- Modern air-conditioned vehicles for all of your tours and transfers.
- Accommodation 5 nights at 5* hotel in Cairo on Bed and Breakfast basis.
- Accommodation 2 nights at 5* hotel in Aswan on Bed and Breakfast basis.
- Accommodation 3 nights at 5* hotel in Luxor on Bed and Breakfast basis.
Trip Exclusions
- Tipping.
- Personal Expenses.
- Any Optional Tours.
- Entry Visa to Egypt.
- International Airfare.
Tour Itinerary
Day One: Welcome to the Pharaohs’ homeland.
At Cairo International Airport, one of our employees will be there to meet you and help you with the immigration process from the very first moment of your arrival. After finishing, your tour guide will be there to greet you and drive you to a modern, air-condition hotel in Cairo so that check-in goes well. Let’s embark on a high-quality Nile cruise in the evening for an unforgettable nighttime experience along the Nile River. Enjoy oriental performances, belly dancing, folklore and musical performances, and many more traditional Egyptian celebrities while your tour guide provides a general overview of Egypt’s history before returning to your hotel in Cairo.
Visit the Giza Pyramids Complex and Museum on Day Two
After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, your tour guide will pick you up in a private air-conditioned car to begin your 12-day trip to Cairo and Upper Egypt. You’ll see the must-see sites in Giza and Cairo, such as:
Giza Pyramids Complex
The Giza Necropolis, commonly known as the Giza Pyramids complex, evolve during the 4th dynasty and consists of six smaller pyramids in addition to the three main pyramids, the Valley temple, and the Sphinx.
The Great Pyramid
King Khufu create the Great Pyramid of Khufu to house his precious tomb. It is the oldest and largest pyramid on the Giza Plateau. Due to its enormous height (147 M) and the 2,300,000 stone blocks used in its construction, it is recognise as one of the ancient wonders.
The Spectacular Sphinx
The Giza Plateau, which belonged to King Khafre, is protected by the Great Sphinx. The body of the sculpture is that of a lion, while the head is that of a monarch.
The Valley Temple
One of the places where deceased monarchs’ remains were mummified in ancient Egypt was this granite temple.
Have a great lunch at a high-quality restaurant, and then we’ll transport you to these places:
The Grand Egyptian Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum, which houses a unique collection of 5000 years’ worth of treasures, exhibits more than 250,000 spectacular pieces in addition to the amazing collection of King Tutankhamen and many more valuable jewels.
After the day, you will be transport to your hotel in Cairo.
Day Three: Fly to Aswan and see the highlights of the city
After breakfast, you’ll be transport to the airport to board your flight to Aswan, where you’ll meet with one of our professional Egyptologists to visit the most well-known sites:
High Dam at Aswan
The Aswan High Dam, which was built with assistance from UNESCO, has been hailed as one of Egypt’s greatest modern achievements ever since building on it began in 1960. It played a significant part in protecting the nation from devastating floods and producing massive quantities of water and energy.
The Unfinished Obelisk
The Unfinished Obelisk, the largest obelisk create in Ancient Egypt, appear between 1508 and 1458 B.C. under the direction of Queen Hatshepsut.
We’ll have lunch at a restaurant with a view of the Nile before going to see:
Temple of Philae
Isis, the goddess of beauty and love, is respect at Philae Temple, which move near to Agilkia Island before the High Dam arrive to protect it from flooding.
To check in and spend the night, your tour guide will transport you to a 5-star hotel in Aswan.
Day Four: Visit the Temples of Abu Simbel
Before being taken for a full day journey in a contemporary air-conditioned automobile to one of the most stunning spots you will see during your 12-day Cairo and Upper Egypt tour, you will first receive your breakfast boxes in the early morning.
Abu Simbel Temples
The Abu Simbel Temple, one of the historical wonders of ancient Egypt, was hewn out of the rock somewhere around 1200 B.C. during the reign of King Ramses II. There are actually two temples here: the bigger one is for Ramses II, whose decorations honour his victory in the Battle of Kadesh, and the smaller one is for his devoted wife, Queen Nefertari.
After lunch at a respected restaurant, we will bring you back to Aswan and take you to your accommodation.
Day 5: Tour of the East Bank of Luxor
Your expert tour guide will be waiting for you at the Luxor train station when you arrive after being transferred to board a first-class train there in the morning. He or she will drive you to see the most well-known sights on the East Bank, including:
Temple of Karnak
Witness the “Karnak Temple,” which has three major temples and is situated on 247 acres of land, one of the most spectacular temples in the world and the biggest temple ever built by man. This magnificent temple has a highly distinctive style of artwork and ornamentation that highlights the magnificence of the ancient Pharaohs over the ages.
Your lunch will be provided in a restaurant with a view of the Nile, and after that, we’ll drive you to a 5-star hotel so you can check-in and relax. You will be directed once again to investigate in the evening:
Luxor Temple by Night
Especially during the festival of Opet, Luxor Temple served as the epicenter of Ancient Egypt’s most well-known personalities and religious atmosphere. Amenhotep III and Ramses II constructed it to serve as the location for the festival’s rites.
We’ll take you back to your Luxor hotel.
Day 6: Tour of the West Bank, Luxor
After breakfast at the hotel, your guided day tour to the West Bank’s historical sites will begin.
The Kings’ Valley
More than 60 royal tombs may be found in the Valley of the Monarchs, a historic burial ground for Egyptian kings from the 18th to the 20th dynasties. The majority of these tombs were constructed for the pharaohs and their family. The two tombs that belonged to King Tutankhamun and Ramses II are more notable to many visitors.
Temple of Hatshepsut
The most strikingly designed temple is the Hatshepsut Temple, which was allegedly constructed to honor Queen Hatshepsut and highlight her significant accomplishments. Additionally, the design shows the famous dispute between Hatshepsut and her son-in-law “Tuthmosis.”
After lunch, you’ll travel to one of Egypt’s top-notch eateries, and then you’ll go see:
Memnon’s Colossi
Amenhotep III built the two seated stone statues known as the “Colossi of Memnon” between 1386 and 1850 B.C. because it was thought that they would protect the monarch.
We will transport you to your Aswan hotel where you will spend the night.
Day Seven: Visit the Temples of Dendara and Abydos
After breakfast, your knowledgeable tour guide will transport you to your first destination in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Temple at Dendera
One of the top must-visit historical sites is the Dendara temple. It stands out because it unites the magnificent accomplishments of three eras in Egypt’s history: the Pharaonic, the Roman, and the Greek. The celestial temple is made up of a frightened lake and three major temples: the Birthing Temple, the Temple of Hathor, and the Temple of Isis.
then proceed as your guide takes you to:
Temple of Abydos
Seti I began construction on the great Abydos temple, and his son Ramses II finished it. Seti I, Isis, Osiris, Amon Ra, Horus, Ptah, and Ra Hor Akhty all have shrines in the temple. The temple’s well-preserved embellishments and painted reliefs from the 18th dynasty are what most surprise visitors.
After a leisurely lunch at a high-quality restaurant, we’ll transport you back to Luxor, where you may spend the night at your hotel.
Day 8: Fly to Cairo and see the sights of Old Cairo
After breakfast, you will take a flight back to Cairo, where you will meet your knowledgeable Egyptologist to resume your 12-day tour of Cairo and Upper Egypt. In Cairo, you will explore the following highlights:
Citadel of Salah El Din
Under Salah El Din’s tenure, an Islamic stronghold known as the Salah El Din Citadel was constructed in 1176 A.C. to protect the country from Crusader attack. It has massive gates and high defensive walls.
Additionally, when in the fortress, you may awe at:
Mosque of Mohamed Ali
Due to its all-alabaster walls, the Mohamed Ali Mosque got the moniker “The Alabaster Mosque” and evolve between 1830 and 1848.
Enjoy your lunch at a fine dining establishment before traveling to:
The Hanging Church
One of the most well-known Coptic historical sites in Egypt is the hanging church, which evolve over the gatehouse of the Babylon Fortress in the third century A.D.
Mosque of Amr Ibn Al Aas
The earliest mosque ever built in Africa is thought to have been the Amr Ibn Al Aas mosque, which is set up in 641 AD. This magnificent mosque stands out because it served as the focal point of the ancient Egyptian city, Fustat.
Synagogue of Ben Ezra
The Ben Ezra Synagogue’s storage area, which is home to a treasure trove of lost Hebrew and Aramaic, is where Baby Moses discover it.
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is a mystical gateway to Egypt’s timeless legacy, which will be revealed through the magnificent artefacts and monuments that have existed for more than 4,000 years, revealing both Egypt’s material and spiritual cultures.
And lastly, you will see:
Market in Khan El Khalili
The oldest market in Africa, Khan El Khalili, is where you will have an amazing shopping experience. The majority of the items you’ll need to remember your vacation, including clothing, souvenirs, and fragrances, are believe to be the best things to buy there.
After a long day, we will transport you to a five-star hotel in Cairo where you may check-in and spend the night.
The ninth day: Visit Alexandria landmarks
Breakfast at the hotel in Cairo before your tour guide takes you on a private air-conditioned vehicle excursion to Alexandria to see:
Kom El Shoqafa’s catacombs
The Catacombs at Kom El Shoqafa, a Roman burial ground, exhibit a fusion of Egyptian and Roman art, culture, and architecture and house several priceless artifacts from the pharaonic funeral cult.
Pompey’s Pillar
To honour Emperor Diocletian, who save the city from the siege, Pompey’s Pillar is raise out of granite.
Citadel of Qaitbay
Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbey built the magnificent Qaitbay castle in 1477 AD to defend the city against Ottoman Empire invasions.
You’ll have lunch at a seafood restaurant, after which you’ll go see
Alexandria Library
One of the most important scientific institutions in the world is the Encyclopedia Alexandria Library, which has copies of every book ever written in every language and often conducts exhibits featuring rare books from various disciplines.
We’ll take you back to your Cairo hotel so you may spend the night there.
Tenth day: excursion to Bahariya Oasis
Early in the morning (385 miles; 4 hours), we will drive you to Bahariya Oasis, where you will have lunch before being driven in a Toyota Land Cruiser to the Black Desert and the Bedouin community of El Hez Shower. Drive on to Crystal Mountain exploration, then turn off to Agabat Area, or “The Wonders Area,” for sandboarding. Finally, we will go to The Old White Desert to see the Flower Stone, Tents Valley, Mushroom, and Panorama of The Old White Desert. Enjoy some Bedouin entertainment, Bedouin tea, a barbecue supper, and an overnight desert camping trip.
Day 11: Continue your trip to the desert
Enjoy capturing some priceless images of the dawn, have breakfast, and visit a hot spring before returning to Cairo. A classy restaurant will provide lunch, then we’ll transport you to a 5-star hotel nearby where you can spend the night.
Day 12: Complete Your 12 Days Tour of Cairo and Upper Egypt
Check out on the last day of your 12-day trip to Cairo and Upper Egypt, and we’ll bring you to the airport for your final departure. Hint: To be able to meet your demands and suit your criteria, you may offer your opinions about including or eliminating any trips from your schedule.
