6-Day Egypt Travel Package from Marsa Alam: Cairo, Luxor & Abu Simbel

Upon touching down at Cairo International Airport, you'll be welcomed by an A1toureg specialist who will greet and support you. Following this warm welcome, you'll enjoy a comfortable transfer to your accommodations in a private, climate-controlled coach. Settle in for your first night's rest in Cairo.

For those seeking deeper exploration, an optional evening tour of Cairo awaits. This private, guided experience provides a fresh perspective of the metropolis, letting you discover Cairo as the locals do. Start with mesmerizing views of Cairo's skyline from the Mokatam Hills, an ideal vantage point for sunset watching. Your evening continues through Islamic Cairo with visits to the celebrated Khan El Khalili Bazaar, essential for anyone wanting to absorb the lively character of Cairo's bustling quarters.

Rest comfortably in Cairo tonight, preparing yourself for tomorrow's thrilling expedition!

An A1toureg professional will collect you from your hotel early today for an extraordinary trip to the Pyramids of Giza, featuring the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Pyramid of Khafre, and Pyramid of Menkaure. Afterward, you'll view the iconic Great Sphinx from the reign of Khafre, plus the Temple of the Valley.

Next, visit the Egyptian Museum, repository of an extraordinary 250,000+ ancient objects, with some dating to five millennia ago. A standout moment will be viewing the priceless Tutankhamun collection, featuring dazzling treasures, precious metals, and ornaments that rested in his burial chamber for 3,500+ years until their revelation in 1920.

Be advised that entry to the Royal Mummy Room carries an extra cost.

Retire to Cairo for the night, anticipating even more extraordinary encounters ahead!

Starting at 8:00 am, an A1toureg specialist will pick you up from your lodging for a memorable day of cultural discovery in Historic Cairo. Your initial destination is the Egyptian Museum, preserving an impressive assortment of pharaonic treasures and relics. Following this, you'll travel to the Saladin's Fortress, a monumental stronghold erected by Salah al-Din upon the Moqattam Plateau in 1183 AD to shield against Crusader invasions. With sweeping panoramas of Cairo and refreshing winds, the Citadel stands today as a treasured historical complex showcasing magnificent mosques and galleries, notably the Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha, a masterwork by Turkish architect Yousif Boushnaq. The mosque's breathtaking alabaster façade provides dramatic contrast against the town's sandstone structures.

You'll enjoy a satisfying meal at a traditional eatery in Historic Cairo.

In the later hours, explore Ancient Cairo and its sacred landmarks, such as the Church of the Suspension, Ezra's Jewish House of Prayer, Basilica of Saint Barbara, and Basilica of Abu Serga, among the most venerable Christian temples within Cairo.

Afterward, proceed to the world-famous Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the planet's oldest commercial centers in the Arabian Region. Get immersed in the labyrinth of passageways that have represented Cairo's commercial essence from the 1300s onward.

In the evening, embark on a flight from Cairo to Aswan. Once you arrive at Aswan Airport, you'll receive a warm greeting and conveyance to your accommodation, the Basma Hotel.

Start your adventure with an early collection from your Aswan accommodation. Your guide will arrange your airport pickup, then transport via air-conditioned coach to Abu Simbel's legendary stone temples. The journey spans roughly 3 hours, guaranteeing arrival well before peak daytime temperatures.

Abu Simbel's twin sanctuaries were hewn into the mountainside throughout Pharaoh Ramesses II's era in the 1300s BCE. Upon landing, a learned Egyptologist will illuminate this extraordinary pharaoh's legacy. Take in the imposing frontage of Ramesses II's principal sanctuary, crowned by four immense carved pharaonic likenesses in various life phases. Though the sanctuary officially honors the deities Amon-Re, Horakhty, and Ptah, it predominantly celebrates Ramesses II's magnificence.

Then tour the subsidiary shrine honoring his spouse, Nefertari, situated alongside the larger structure. Marvel at the dramatic stone-carved portal displaying the pharaoh and sovereign in regal settings.

At 09:00, reboard your coach for the homebound journey to Aswan. Following your return, savor lunch before beginning afternoon activities. Initially, see the Aswan Modern Dam, a colossal engineered structure creating Lake Nasser, finished in 1968. Subsequently, view the Unfinished Monument, an incomplete antiquity illuminating ancient stonecutting approaches.

Progress to the Philae Sanctuary, consecrated to Isis. Erected near 690 BC, this basilica represents the culmination of classical Egyptian temple building. Investigate this superbly maintained complex and grasp the goddess Isis' significance in old Egyptian spirituality.

Wrap up with a tranquil sailing excursion on the Nile, affording novel vistas of waterways and natural environs.

In the evening, motor toward Luxor, arriving at your property, the Lotus Hotel, for rest. Dine at your resort, allowing leisure after an action-packed day.

Upon hotel retrieval, you'll venture to Luxor's western shoreline for encounters with Egypt's most celebrated heritage monuments.

First up are the Twin Colosses of Memnon, twin monumental carvings towering 18 meters. These tremendous stonework pieces were constructed under Pharaoh Amenhotep III and once flanked his temple's gateway, which now survives in fragments. These monuments persistently exemplify ancient Egypt's force and splendor notwithstanding their antiquity.

Next, venture into the Valley of the Kings, necropolis of Egypt's mightiest sovereigns, including Tutankhamun and Ramses the Conqueror. Traditionally called the "Supreme Grounds of Veracity," this geographical zone contains stone-hewn burial chambers harboring New Period pharaohs and consorts interred in stately rock sarcophagi. The valley spreads beneath dramatic desert panoramas, with a pyramidal summit presiding above.

Proceed toward the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, among Egypt's most spectacular architectural triumphs. This tiered sanctuary, hollowed into the Theban rocky slopes, commemorates the singular royal female to govern as monarch. The architectural brilliance and spectacular positioning rank it among Luxor's prime destinations.

Following a gratifying lunch repast at a regional Egyptian location, encounter the splendid Karnak Complex, spanning multitudinous holy sanctums, stele markers, and entry structures. Karnak functioned as the principal ceremonial headquarters for the Theban Powers (Amun, Mut, and Khonsu) and exalted Egypt's sovereignty. The extraordinary proportions and artistry of this basilica ensemble constitute one of the planet's foremost conservation treasures.

Finally, tour the Luxor Sanctuary, positioned in the municipality center. Constructed principally by Pharaoh Amenhotep III and augmented by Ramses II, the inaugural vestibule, erected by the latter sovereign, showcases depictions from his legendary Clash of Qadesh. The Luxor Sanctuary proves vital for grasping ancient Egyptian theological worldview and showcases excellent preservation.

Evening brings your return to your accommodations, the Lotus Hotel in Luxor, for overnight lodging.

After enjoying an unforgettable stint in Luxor, the time arrives to proceed toward aviation facilities for your onward voyage. Your lodging staff will coordinate your conveyance to Luxor International Terminal for your connection to Cairo. Upon landing in Cairo, our personnel will greet and facilitate your relocation to Cairo International Terminal for your worldwide departure.

Whether homeward-bound or continuing elsewhere, we trust your Egyptian journey proved remarkable, immersing you in the timeless brilliance of antiquity. Safe skies ahead, and we eagerly anticipate receiving you again for future adventures!