12 Days Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor & Hurghada for Divers

Giza Pyramids Complex

The Giza Pyramids complex is a living miracle that came to be during the 4th dynasty in 2400 years B.C. known to house one of seven wonders of the ancient world, the Sphinx, and many more incredible wonders.

The Great Pyramid

The Great Pyramid of Giza is the mortuary burial tomb of King Khufu, it is by far the largest construction in all of Egypt and by far the tallest. The height of the great pyramid reaches a scale of 147 m, with the help of 2.3 million limestones. On the inside are a number of incredible rooms like the Kings and Queen’s chambers and the Grand Hall.

The Great Sphinx

The Great Sphinx is the embodiment of an ancient creature that has the body of a lion and the facial features of Pharaoh Khafre, carved from one single block of limestone. It is one of the biggest and oldest man-made statues in the world, it has a measurement of 73 m. long, 19 m. wide, and 20 m in height.

The Valley Temple

The Valley Temple is a Granite massive temple used by ancient Egyptian rulers for the purposes of mummification and remains the only of its kind found on the Giza plateau.

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a golden portal leading to cosmic ancient Egyptian creations of celestial intelligence that were cultivated across 5000 years of continuous innovation and vivid artistic imagination. Within this colossal wonder is the once-in-a-lifetime chance to discover some of the greatest archaeological monuments and artifacts ever made which include :

The Hanging Obelisk, King Ramses Il Statue, The 10 Statues of King Senusert, The Grand staircase, Statues of Ptolemaic Kings and Queens, The Victory Column of King Mercnptah, The epic Royal Regalia, and the Grand Atrium & Gift show. 

There is a VIP ticket that gives access to witness a number of other artifacts, for more information contact us.

Lunch Time

Proceed to have your Lunch at a Pyramids / Nile view restaurant, then move to visit:

Saqqara Step Pyramid

The Saqqara Step Pyramid is the first of its kind, the first ever mastaba “Cut-stone” Pyramid, dating back to the reign of Pharaoh Djoser who ruled Egypt during the 27th century B.C. It was designed by Imhotep to consist of 6 steps built atop one another at a height of 62m.

Memphis City

Memphis City is the first documented capital of Egypt, founded by King Menes. It was known as Aigyptos in greek which is the origin of the name Egypt. Memphis was built to be under the watch of the patron god Ptah, the deity of artworks and creation.

Overnight

Finally, we drive you back to your hotel for the overnight.

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa are able to mix the artistic elements of the Hellenistic and Roman periods with the ancient Egyptian civilization style of Architecture. Built-in the second century to be a tomb for a single family across three stories.

Pompey's Pillar

Pompey’s Pillar is the only monolith column ever built outside of Rome, standing at a height of 28m tall and 2.7 m wide, made entirely of pure red granite, and on its western upper side lies a greek inscription dedicated to Emperor Diocletian. It was built around 300 AD when the crusaders believed that the remains of the great Roman General Pompey were found in a pot at the very top of the pillar.

Lunch Time

Enjoy your lunch at a restaurant Sea view in Alexandria, then head to:

Qaitbay Citadel

Qaitbay Citadel is the protector of the ancient souls belonging to the legendary lighthouse of Alexandria. It was constructed by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-din Qa'it bay in 1477 AD on the same location which contained the epic lighthouse of Alexandria plus its salvaged stone block was used to build the mosque.

Alexandria Library

Alexandria Library holds an infinite abundance of Knowledge. It is one of the most advanced libraries in Africa, filled with the world's sixth-biggest Francophone library on earth. It has marvelous art galleries plus some of the rarest series of books on earth.

Overnight

You will check in at Alexandria hotel for the overnight.

Alamein Military Museum

Located about 110 kilometers away from Alexandria, El Alamein holds remnants and cemeteries from World War II, notably recognized for its pivotal battle. Your shore excursion from Alexandria begins with a stop at the Military Museum, showcasing weaponry, military attire, and tanks. The exhibits detail the actions of prominent figures like Montgomery, Rommel, and others involved in the battle.

Next, visit the WW II Cemeteries situated on a peninsula overlooking the sea. These citadel-like cemeteries serve as the final resting place for soldiers from the Commonwealth, Greece, Italy, and Germany.

Lunch Time

Following this insightful exploration, enjoy lunch at a restaurant where you can savor the flavors of Egyptian cuisine.

Overnight

Afterward, return to your hotel in Cairo.

Karnak Temple

The Karnak Temple is a powerful symbolic representation of the ancient Egyptian faith. It is the largest temple complex ever built by man, and in the world dating back from around 2055 BC to around 100 AD. The Temple of Karnak is composed of three main temples each dedicated to a stone of the ancient Egyptian gods across 247 acres of land.

Lunch Time

Transfer with your tour guide to check in to a 5* hotel in Luxor to relax and refresh. Then, you will have a delicious lunch at a restaurant in Luxor. Evening time, move with your tour guide to enjoy a memorable night at:

Luxor Temple

The Luxor Temple was the pride and joy of the ancient Egyptian since its construction in 1400 BCE, by the hands of King Amenhotep III and King Ramses II, the temple's main purpose was a setting for the rituals of the Opet festival, which was to reconcile the human aspect of the ruler with the divine office and the Crowning of many Pharaohs.

Overnight

Back to your hotel in Luxor and overnight.

Hatshepsut Temple

Hatshepsut Temple a.k.a Djoser-Djeseru "Holy of Holies" is a beautiful dream come to life. The temple was built in 1479 BC during Egypt’s new kingdom which took 15 full years to complete showcasing an unprecedented level of allure and class.

Valley of the Kings

Valley of the Kings is found at the core of a mountain, home to the eternal resting place of the Egyptian kings and queens of the new kingdom (1570-1070 BC), filled with 63 tombs filled with incredible designs, artwork, such as the entire dynasty of Rameses, Amenhotep I, Tutankhamen, and many more.

Lunch Time

Have a break to enjoy your lunch meal before visiting:

Colossi of Memnon

The Colossi of Memnon are two massive statues of quartzite sandstone famous for the vocal phenomenon. It is 18 m (60ft) tall and each statue weighs 720 tons plus has the shape style of Pharaoh Amenhotep III  (1386-1350). In 27 BC, The colossi were broken by a large earthquake but reconstructed in 199 AD.

Overnight

Then we will transfer you to Hurghada and check-in at your hotel.

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum offers a deep reflection into the grand history of ancient Egypt. Over 250,000 genuine ancient Egyptian artifacts are presented, and many artifacts and monuments are found presented in the most vivid manner

Salah El Din Citadel

Salah El-Din Citadel is a grand construction that overshadows the entire city, it was Egypt's center of government till the 1860s. The construction work started in 1176 and was completed in 1182. It contains a number of museums, mosques, and the best view of Cairo.

Mohamed Ali Mosque

Mohamed Ali Mosque is one of Cairo’s most beloved attractions constructed between 1830 and 1848, the mosque is named "The Alabaster Mosque" because most of the walls are made out of pure alabaster. Mohamed Ali Mosque is a replica of the Blue Mosque found in Istanbul.

Lunch Time

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo then proceed to visit:

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is a new wonder added to the immortal miracles of Egypt. The museum is able to showcase the evolution of history and art across more than 5000 years in clear form through advanced methods of museology.

The Hanging Church

The Hanging Church is a holy ground dating back more than 1500 years. It was constructed during the 5th century AD in Babylon on a fortress Roman wall. It is 30 ft tall and towers over Cairo, on the inside of the church are the most captivating decorations from the 7th to the 13th century.

Amr Ibn Al Aas Mosque

Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque marks a new chapter in Egypt’s history. It was built in 641 AD as the first mosque in Africa. It was rebuilt many times throughout the 7th century which made act as a living model of the Islamic architecture progression over the course of the Islamic age in Egypt.

Ben Ezra Synagogue

Ben Ezra Synagogue is a rare monument dating back to the 19th century. In 882 AD, a church was made into a mosque located in the center of Cairo. The synagogue holds incredible and rare Jewish designs and decorations.

Al Muizz Street

In the 10 century, Cairo welcomed a new street filled with the wonder of magical sites called El Muizz street, offering the chance to have a magical journey across the cultural history of the immortal capital of Cairo.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Khan El-Khalili bazaar is a magical path from the heavens filled with golden treasures, and everything that makes Egypt special, a great place for a memorable shopping experience. It was constructed in 970 AD, the same year as the founding of Cairo.

Overnight

At the end of the day, we will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo for the overnight.