Alamein, Alexandria & Ancient Egypt – 11 Days

After breakfast begin your exploration as part of the 11 Day Classic Egypt Tour with Alexandria and Nile Cruise, stepping into one of the world most iconic landscapes at the Giza Plateau. Here the Pyramids of Giza rise dramatically from the desert sands, their immense scale and golden tones creating an unforgettable first encounter with ancient Egypt.

Visit the Great Sphinx of Giza an ancient sentinel cut from rock, its lion body and human face still bearing witness to mystery and wisdom. Opt for a camel ride or a horseback ride over the plateau to experience the desert in traditional style.

After lunch at a local restaurant, discover one of the most fantastic collections of ancient artifacts ever assembled the Grand Egyptian Museum. Explore the wonders of King Tutankhamun, giant statuary and immaculately preserved objects that tell the tale of Ancient Egypt.

This day forms a key highlight of your Cairo Tour, offering a powerful introduction to Egypt’s timeless heritage.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast continue your 11 Day Egypt Classic Tour with Alexandria and Nile Cruise with a journey through some of Egypt’s earliest chapters of history. Begin at Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, where impressive monuments including the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx offer a fascinating glimpse into the grandeur of the Old Kingdom.

Then, head up to the Step Pyramid at Saqqara-the first pyramid in the world and one of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt. Designed by the architect Imhotep, it was a monumental first in pyramid building and is an absolute highlight of ancient Egypt.

Continue on your way north to Egypt's legendary city on the Mediterranean-Alexandria. The moment you arrive, relish the contrast that comes with walking on cool breezes by the sea.

This memorable day adds another dimension to your Classic Egypt tour blending ancient heritage with the charm of Egypt Mediterranean coast.

Accommodation: Alexandria
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Wake up to the refreshing atmosphere of Egypt Mediterranean coast and continue your 11 Day Egypt Classic Tour with Alexandria and Nile Cruise with a full day exploring the historical treasures of Alexandria.

We will start our tour at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the most spectacular archaeological sites in Alexandria, where Roman, Greek and Egyptian styles are merged in a vast underground burial place. Later, we will visit Pompey's Pillar, a huge Roman monument and the most famous site in the city.

Afterwards, we will visit the modern cultural center, Bibliotheca Alexandrina. The library is modern, while it draws inspiration from the famous ancient one, a stunning piece of architecture which holds the knowledge of the city.

We will take a lunch break before relaxing at Montazah Palace Gardens. These lovely landscaped gardens have avenues shaded with palm trees and splendid sea views to create a tranquil end to the day.

This enriching day highlights the diverse heritage that makes Alexandria a key part of your 11 day Classic Tour package.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, travel along Egypt’s beautiful Mediterranean coastline toward El Alamein, a destination of immense historical significance and an important highlight of your 11 Day Egypt Classic Tour with Alexandria and Nile Cruise.

Visit the El Alamein WWII Cemeteries, where beautifully maintained memorials honor the soldiers who fought in one of the most decisive campaigns of the Second World War. The peaceful setting offers a moving opportunity to reflect on the events that shaped modern history.

We then move on to El Alamein Military Museum where you will see an interesting variety of military hardware, uniform displays, maps and memorabilia and an exhibit which illustrates the desert warfare fought here and beyond.

We then drive back to Cairo which you again enter with its familiar bustling atmosphere. This is an unusual day but one that provides an interesting modern history perspective to the Tour in Alexandria.

Accommodation: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast continue your 11 Day Classic Egypt Tour by exploring the rich Islamic, Coptic, and Pharaonic heritage of Cairo.

Start by exploring Saladin Citadel. You get wonderful views over Cairo from the top of it. Within its walls see the wonderful Mosque of Muhammad Ali, or Alabaster Mosque. Admire the beauty of its domes and grand Ottoman styling. Nearby is the Sultan Hassan Mosque which many consider the best example of Islamic architecture in Egypt.

Then proceed to Coptic Cairo and see the historical Hanging Church. This is one of Egypt most revered Christian sites and boasts unique architecture and religious significance for centuries.

Proceed to the colorful Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. Browse the narrow lanes of detailed handicrafts, brightly colored souvenirs and spices with distinct scents, offering an insider perspective on the daily grind of Cairo.

Conclude the day at the Grand Egyptian Museum. Explore amazing collections of ancient Egyptian Antiquities such as famous treasures of Tutankhamun and Royal Mummy's Hall.

All of that provides an additional enrichment to your Cairo Alexandria & Nile Cruise Classic Tour, reflecting the diverse culture and time frames Egypt has embraced.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Enjoy breakfast, then fly south to Aswan where the Nile moves gently through beautiful golden desert sands and luxuriant palm groves. This beautiful part of Egypt provides a contrast to both the history and the natural beauty of the country, giving you yet another highlight on your 11 Day Classic Egypt Tour Nile Cruise.

Upon arrival visit the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most significant modern engineering achievements, built to control the Nile’s annual floods and create Lake Nasser, one of the world's largest man-made lakes.

From here continue by motorboat to the charming Temple of Philae; a temple devoted to the goddess Isis. The Temple sits in an island on the Nile, and is characterized by fine carvings, architecture, and a picturesque landscape of calm waters.

Following that, relax and enjoy an idyllic felucca (a traditional sailboat) sail around Kitchener's Island and the impressive Botanical Gardens situated within it. As the sailboat glides across the Nile admire the peaceful landscape of lush tropical vegetation and gentle river breeze that define this beautiful Aswan destination.

This memorable day highlights the timeless beauty of Upper Egypt and forms an essential part of your Classic Egypt Tour Package.

Accommodation: Aswan
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast enjoy free time in Aswan or take an optional excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples one of the most extraordinary monuments of ancient Egypt. Carved directly into the mountainside during the reign of Ramses II, these colossal temples are celebrated for their monumental statues, remarkable engineering, and fascinating history.

Enjoy a trip to Ramses II Great Temple and to the Temple of Queen Nefertari, two magnificent structures which awe tourists from all over the globe. The sheer grandeur of the Abu Simbel complex and its precision in architecture is highly commendable and is definitely a highlight of optional excursions in Egypt.

Proceed back to Aswan and spend the rest of the day at ease, in the calm surroundings of the Nile and the tranquil ambiance of Upper Egypt.

This optional experience further enriches your Classic Egypt Tour Package offering a deeper connection to Egypt ancient legacy.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast begin a memorable journey through the heart of Upper Egypt, following the course of the Nile as traditional villages, palm groves, and fertile riverbanks reveal the timeless rhythm of daily life.

You visit the magnificent Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated uniquely to the double gods Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the falcon headed god. The symmetrical design of this impressive temple, with its incredibly well-preserved reliefs, provides some incredibly insightful facts about religion and medicine in Ancient Egypt.

You continue to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is the best preserved temple complex in Egypt. You will walk through the immense pylons into impressive halls which clearly give a strong sense of the majesty of the Ptolemaic period, with impressive carvings and inscriptions still evident throughout.

You will then continue to Luxor, known as the worlds greatest open air museum. You will observe both the fertile landscape of the Nile Valley and the barren, golden deserts that it surrounds, as you continue along the river.

This enriching day is a highlight of your Classic Egypt Tour Package with Nile Cruise, showcasing some of the most important temples along the Nile and bringing ancient Egyptian history vividly to life.

Accommodation: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast

Start your day in Luxor with an optional sunrise hot air balloon ride, one of the most breathtaking experiences of your 11 Day Classic Egypt Tour with Alexandria and Nile Cruise. Float gently above the Nile Valley as the first light of day paints the desert cliffs in warm golden tones, revealing temples, fields, and ancient tombs from a truly unforgettable perspective.

Upon arrival, head across to the West Bank, to the awe-inspiring Valley of the Kings, where the elaborate paintings that adorn the walls of Tutankhamun and Ramses VI’s tombs tell the eternal tale of the afterlife in carved stone.

Move on to Hatshepsut’s mortuary temple, a phenomenal feat of ancient engineering at the foot of limestone cliffs and then view the Colossi of Memnon, two huge stone figures that have guarded Luxor for centuries.

This afternoon visit the Karnak Temple complex, a religious complex on an immense scale with awe-inspiring colossal pillars and religious sanctuaries. Proceed to the Luxor temple and walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes that originally connected these two magnificent Theban monuments.

This extraordinary day forms one of the most powerful highlights of your Classic Egypt Tour Package blending adventure, archaeology and the timeless beauty of Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, take your flight back to Cairo as part of your 11 Day Classic Egypt Tour with Alexandria and Nile Cruise. Upon arrival, enjoy some free time to relax, explore the city at your own pace, or shop for souvenirs in Cairo’s vibrant markets.

Enjoy your final few hours to immerse yourself in the capital city of Egypt – have another traditional cup of tea, wander through one of the nearby streets or relive the magnificent adventure you’ve had.

You will later be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your departure, leaving with countless cherished memories of the Pyramids, the Nile Cruise, the coastal ambiance of Alexandria, and the historical temples of Luxor, and this journey you will carry with you forever.

You have now reached the end of your Cairo Alexandria and Nile Cruise Classic Tour and one of the most fulfilling aspects of your Classic Egypt Tour Package.

Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast