Exhilarating Egypt Family Tour

Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where you’ll meet our representative, who will transfer you to your pre-booked hotel. Upon arriving, complete the check-in formalities and unwind. After settling in, enjoy the afternoon at leisure, exploring this vibrant metropolis, known as “the city of a thousand minarets”. Consider taking a sunset walk along the Corniche or relaxing at your hotel’s rooftop terrace. Furthermore, have dinner and then stay overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, venture on a guided sightseeing tour of Cairo. Begin by visiting the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Great Pyramid of Khufu, built from over 2.3 million stone blocks, remains one of humanity’s most outstanding achievements.

Next, marvel at the enigmatic Sphinx, whose limestone features have watched over the desert for 4,500 years. Built from natural, yellowish limestone, the structure stands 65 feet in height and 187 feet in length, featuring a statue that combines the body of a lion with the head of a Pharaoh.

After enjoying lunch at a panoramic restaurant, discover the Egyptian Museum’s incredible collection spanning 5,000 years of history. Among its 160,000 artefacts, witness King Tutankhamun’s golden treasures and royal mummies that bring ancient Egypt to dramatic life. End your day browsing Khan El Khalili’s mediaeval bazaar, where centuries-old shops showcase handcrafted treasures, aromatic spices, and authentic Egyptian souvenirs. Lastly, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Your 9-day Egypt tour continues with an early breakfast and then proceeds to Alexandria, Egypt’s legendary Mediterranean jewel. This lovely city is known for its cultural ambiance and vibrant atmosphere. The first visit is to the towering Pillar of Pompeii, a 30-metre granite monument that has dominated the skyline since ancient times. The hilltop features the entrance to the Kom al-Shuqafa Catacombs, which date back to the 1st and 2nd centuries and were discovered in the 20th century.

Next, visit the Montazah Palace Gardens, which offer 150 hectares of royal landscapes perfect for leisurely strolls. It envelops the palace of Khedive Abbas, which is known for its stunning architecture. Further, you can enjoy swimming at the sandy beaches. Thereafter, you visit the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, an architectural marvel that houses millions of books and celebrates the legacy of the ancient Library of Alexandria.

Conclude your day with a visit to the Qaitbay Citadel, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Further, return to Cairo for dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.

Rise early, have a hot cup of tea or coffee, and complete the check-out formalities. Then, you’ll carry a packed breakfast and head towards Cairo International Airport. Later, get on board a flight to Aswan, the southern gate of Egypt. Upon arrival at the Aswan airport, meet our tour representative, who’ll take you on a guided tour of the Old Dam and the High Dam that provide electricity and irrigation to the whole of Egypt.

Next, board a motorboat to the enchanting Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Thereafter, you will be transferred to the Nile Cruise. Complete the check-in formalities at the Nile cruise ship where your floating hotel awaits. The boat takes you around the Elephantine of Kitchener’s Islands and Botanical Garden, enjoying a visit to the Agha Khan mausoleum.

Furthermore, enjoy dinner onboard the cruise and spend the night.

Start your day at dawn with a boxed breakfast and get on the journey to Abu Simbel, one of the famed Egyptian monuments. These colossal temples, carved into solid rock by Ramses II, showcase four massive seated statues guarding the entrance. Inside, intricate reliefs depict the pharaoh’s military victories and divine connections.

The smaller temple honours his beloved Queen Nefertari, demonstrating the profound love between ancient Egypt’s most celebrated royal couple. Return to your cruise for lunch while sailing to Kom Ombo. This unique double temple dedicates one side to Sobek, the crocodile god, and the other to Horus.

Later, sail towards the ancient Egyptian city of Edfu, situated on the western banks of the Nile. Further, have dinner and stay overnight on the cruise.

Begin your day with breakfast as your ship docks at Edfu. Afterward, you’ll get off the cruise and travel by horse-drawn carriage through local streets to reach the Temple of Horus. This temple is considered Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temple, featuring intricate carvings on the walls that transport you back in time.

Furthermore, return to the cruise and sail through Esna to reach Luxor, where you can enjoy lunch onboard. On reaching Luxor, head to visit the Karnak Temple, which consists of a number of ruined temples, pylons, chapels, and other buildings. Afterwards, retreat to the cruise for dinner and an overnight stay.

Wake up to an early breakfast and complete the check-out formalities. Keep your luggage on board only, as you are all set for sightseeing. Explore the West Bank in Luxor city, heading towards the Valley of the Kings, the site where tombs of influential Pharaohs and nobles were built.

Further, visit Hatshepsut’s dramatic terraced temple, built into towering cliffs by one of Egypt’s most successful female rulers. The Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone guardians, have watched over this sacred landscape for over 3,400 years.

After lunch at a local restaurant, get on a scenic drive through the Eastern Desert to Hurghada. Watch the landscape transform from the green Nile Valley to the golden desert, then finally to the azure waters of the Red Sea. Check into your beach resort, have dinner, and stay overnight.

After breakfast, the day is at your leisure to spend as you please. You are free to choose to spend your day unwinding at the resort, enjoying the pristine beaches, or relaxing with spa treatments. For the adventurous, Hurghada offers world-class diving and snorkelling among vibrant coral reefs teeming with tropical fish. Try windsurfing, kitesurfing, or deep-sea fishing in these crystal-clear waters.

In the evening, witness the spectacular sunsets over the Red Sea, followed by dinner at beachfront restaurants or enjoying your hotel’s entertainment. Additionally, spend the night at your hotel.

This is the last day of your 9-day Egypt Family Tour. Wake up, have breakfast, pack your luggage, and complete the check-out procedure. Then, you’ll get an assisted transfer to the Hurghada Airport to board a flight back to Cairo. On reaching Cairo, board your flight for your onward destination.