Alamein, Alexandria & Ancient Egypt – 11 Days

Overview

  • Cairo: 3 Nights
  • Alexandria&Alamain: 3 Nights
  • Luxor & Aswan : 3 Nights
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  • Explore the history of Egypt from the Pyramids of Giza to the Mediterranean
  • coast and the Nile, including Alexandria, El Alamein, Luxor, and Aswan.
     
  • Visit the Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, and Solar Boat Museum.
  • Explore Memphis and the Step Pyramid at Sakkara.
  • Discover the treasures of the Egyptian Museum.
  • Explore Coptic Cairo: Hanging Church and Citadel, Sultan Hassan Mosque.
  • Visit Alexandria: Royal Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, and the Library of Alexandria.
  • Explore El Alamein WWII cemeteries and the Military Museum.
  • Discover Aswan: High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo,Edfu.
  • Explore Luxor: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Avenue of Sphinxes, Valley of
  • the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon.
  • Optional Hot Air Balloon ride over Luxor.

 

Itinerary

1
  • As your plane touches down at Cairo International Airport, the air greets you with a warm embrace, scented faintly with desert winds and the distant aroma of spices wafting from the city. You are met by your tour manager and transferred to your hotel, passing bustling streets alive with color, motion, and sound — honking cars, market chatter, and the fragrance of coffee and freshly baked bread. Your hotel is an oasis of calm, offering a moment to breathe, settle, and let the city’s vibrant energy infuse your senses, preparing you for the adventures to come.
  • Accommodation: Cairo | Meals: None
2

 

  • After breakfast, step into one of the most iconic landscapes on Earth. The Giza Plateau unfolds before you, with the pyramids rising from the desert like monumental suns frozen in limestone. Their sheer scale overwhelms the senses, their golden hues glowing under the morning sun, casting shadows that stretch across millennia. The coarse desert sand crunches beneath your feet, and the wind brushes softly across your face, carrying the faint scent of history itself.
  • Nearby, the Great Sphinx of Giza sits serenely, its lion’s body radiating strength while the human face conveys an eternal, almost mystical wisdom. Camel or horseback rides allow you to traverse the plateau as the ancient pharaohs once did, feeling the rhythm of the desert under you and the awe of standing in the presence of such timeless power.
  • Pause for a lunch filled with the vibrant flavors of Egypt — aromatic herbs, warm breads, and sun-kissed vegetables — in a setting where local hospitality wraps around you like a gentle embrace.
  • The journey continues at the Grand Egyptian Museum, a vast temple of memory where sunlight pours through expansive glass ceilings, illuminating treasures of Tutankhamen, monumental statues, and intricate artifacts. The glint of gold, the subtle hues of stone, and the perfection of centuries-old craftsmanship create an immersive encounter with a civilization that shaped the world. Every step echoes with the whispers of the past, inviting reflection, awe, and a deep emotional connection.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
3

 

  • Set off southward into the soft desert glow, feeling the wind play across your skin and the sun warming the open plains. First, visit Memphis, where the colossal statue of Ramses II and the alabaster sphinx remind you of the power and grandeur of Egypt’s earliest dynasties. The stone feels cool under your fingertips, the contours of carvings telling stories of pharaohs and rituals.
  • Then, journey to Sakkara Step Pyramid, where the world’s oldest pyramid rises layer by layer, an architectural testament to human ingenuity. The quiet desert around it seems almost sacred, the wind carrying the scent of dry earth and distant history.
  • Finally, arrive at Alexandria, a coastal jewel where the Mediterranean breeze brings a refreshing contrast to the desert sun. The waves lap gently against rocky shores, mingling with the scent of salty air and blooming gardens. Check into your hotel and feel the blend of ancient heritage and coastal serenity.
  • Accommodation: Alexandria | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
4

 

  • Wake to the soft sound of the Mediterranean, waves brushing against the shore. Explore Roman Catacombs Alexandria, walking through labyrinthine chambers carved into the cliffs, their cool shadows contrasting with the sun outside. Admire Pompey’s Pillar, standing tall against the sky, its reddish stone glowing warmly in the morning sun.
  • Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern masterpiece honoring centuries of learning, where sleek architecture meets thoughtful reflection. Enjoy a seafood lunch by the Mediterranean, feeling the breeze and tasting the fresh catch, and stroll through the manicured gardens of Montazah Palace, where fragrant flowers, cool shadows, and glimpses of turquoise waters soothe your senses.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
5

 

  • Travel along the Mediterranean coast, feeling the sun sparkling off the sea and the soft wind brushing your face. Visit El Alamein WWII Cemeteries, where rows of white crosses and memorials stretch across the sand, the quiet punctuated only by the lapping waves and the whisper of history. The Military Museum nearby holds artifacts of courage and sacrifice, and each display immerses you in stories of valor amidst the coastal beauty.
  • Return to Cairo, watching the city’s skyline emerge in the warm evening light, bustling and alive, a tapestry of motion, sound, and color.
  • Accommodation: Cairo | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
6

 

  • Wake to the vibrant energy of Cairo. Explore the Citadel of Cairo, feeling the ancient stone under your fingertips and the wind sweeping across the high battlements, carrying the scent of the city below. Admire the gleaming marble of the Alabaster Mosque and the majesty of Sultan Hassan Mosque, where shadows play among intricate carvings.
  • Visit the Hanging Church, a place where centuries of devotion hang in every beam and fresco, and stroll through Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, feeling the textures of textiles, smelling exotic spices, hearing the call of vendors, and tasting street delicacies.
  • End the day at the Egyptian Museum, where Tutankhamen’s treasures and the Royal Mummies Hall immerse you once more in pharaonic splendor, gold glinting under the museum lights, and every artifact whispering the story of an ancient civilization.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
7

 

  • Fly south to Aswan. The Nile stretches ahead, emerald and calm, reflecting palm groves and desert hills. Visit the Aswan High Dam, marveling at human engineering against the backdrop of endless blue sky. Glide by motorboat to Philae Temple, where sunlight filters through columns onto the still waters, papyrus and lotus scents in the air, and the gentle lapping of the Nile creates a soothing soundtrack.
  • Stroll the lush Kitchener’s Botanical Gardens by felucca, feeling the breeze on your skin and the vibrant greenery beneath your feet. Evening on the Nile offers serenity, a perfect prelude to tomorrow’s adventure.
  • Accommodation: Aswan | Meals: Breakfast
8

 

  • Optional excursion to the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples, carved into cliffs with colossal statues that glow under the desert sun. Feel the sun's heat on your shoulders and the monumental presence of pharaohs who once ruled the land. Return to Aswan for leisure, letting the soft Nile breeze soothe your senses.
  • Meals: Breakfast
9

 

  • Sail along the Nile, watching villages drift by, fishermen casting nets, children waving, birds calling. Stop at Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus, then continue to Temple of Horus at Edfu, its stone walls nearly pristine, every carving vivid under sunlight. Drive to Luxor, feeling the desert and river landscapes unfold in rich textures and colors.
  • Accommodation: Luxor | Meals: Breakfast
10

 

  • Optional hot air balloon ride at sunrise: float over the Nile and West Bank, desert cliffs glowing amber, temples and tombs casting long shadows. Descend to explore the Valley of the Kings, including Tutankhamen and Ramses VI tombs. Visit the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut and pause at the Colossi of Memnon, silent giants standing against the desert sky. End with Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple, walking the Avenue of Sphinxes, the sun warming the stones, shadows playing across reliefs, and a sense of awe lingering in every step.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
11

 

  • Flight back to Cairo. Afternoon free for last-minute exploration, shopping, or simply sitting with a cup of tea while absorbing the city’s vibrancy. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight, carrying with you vivid memories of deserts, Nile waters, Mediterranean breezes, ancient temples, and bustling cities — a journey that will linger in your heart forever.
  • Accommodation: None | Meals: Breakfast

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Included
  • Private Egyptologist guide throughout the tour.
  • Accommodation in selected hotels as per the itinerary.
  • Airport meets and private transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Domestic flights (Cairo ↔ Aswan, Luxor ↔ Cairo).
  • All entrance fees to sightseeing as per the itinerary.
  • Taxes and service charges included.
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  • International flights
  • Entry visa
  • Tips for guides, drivers, etc.
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