17 Days Cairo, Upper Egypt, Hurghada & Catherine Tour

Giza Pyramids

The royal members of the 4th dynasty around 2600 BC were able to breach the shining skies and enter the glorious gates of the heavens which are known as the field of reeds where endless joy and fulfillment are waiting. Giza Complex will reveal the most informative and mesmerizing creations of artistic architecture. You will head with your tour guide to explore: 

The Great Pyramid

The awe-inspiring grandeur of the Pyramid of Pharaoh Khufu (2609 BC - 2584 BC) stood the test of time for many ages since its creation around 2570 BC to be his final resting place which stands as a magical creation of genuine architecture which is one of the last standing members of the seven wonders of the ancient world that for about 3800 years after its creation was the tallest structure at 480 feet (146 meters) made entirely of limestone. Hemon the main architect was able to establish a very advanced and elaborate interior as seen across the king’s chamber, the queen's chamber, the grand hall, and more.

The Great Sphinx

The Royal guardian of Giza the Sphinx of Pharaoh Khafre (2558 BC - 2532 BC) is a symbolic artistic creation that radiates power, wisdom, and heavenly protection that enchanted the minds and hearts of travelers from all over the world. This monumental sculpture has the face of the pharaoh carved on the gigantic body of a lion from limestone that has a width of 19 meters (62 ft), a length of 73 meters (240 ft), and a height of 20 meters (66 ft). Between the paws of the sphinx is the legendary dream Steele of Thutmose IV around 1401 BC.

The Valley Temple

The Valley Temple is a golden medical center made for preparing the bodies of the members of the 4th dynasty for their journey across the afterlife. Through the mummification process and the ritual of the Opening of the mouth ceremony, they transformed into golden statues that can stand the test of time to showcase the most epic mysteries and tales in existence.

Lunch Time

You will have your lunch at a local restaurant then head with your tour guide to:

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is filled with celestial tales and treasures of pharaohs and gods. It was opened to the public around 2020 around 490,000 square meters (5,300,000 sq ft) just 2 km (1.2 miles) from the Giza pyramid complex which took one billion dollars to create to shed light on 100,000 artifacts that come in every shape, material, and color.

Overnight

You will head back to your hotel to spend the overnight.

Aswan High Dam

The engineering marvel of the Aswan High Dam is an impressive testament to human ingenuity that tames the mighty Nile by saving the waters from the annual floods. The Dam was completed around the 60s to produce hydroelectricity and put the waters in the man-made Lake Nasser.

The Unfinished Obelisk

The Unfinished Obelisk is a colossal mammoth structure abandoned in its creation, holding secrets of the ancient world within its unfinished form. It was broken during carving that was found sleeping in the bedrock at 42 meters (137 feet) in height and 1,200 tons in weight which can shed light on the heritage Queen Hatshepsut (1507–1458 BC) that exploring the methods used in creating and decorating the obelisks.

Lunch Time

Satisfy your cravings with a mouthwatering lunch at Aswan restaurant.

Philae Temple

The Philae temple is a living wonder that conveys the greatest tale ever told which dates back to the Ptolemaic period (305 BCE - 30 BCE) and was dedicated to the goddess Isis of motherhood and healing. It was created around 280 BC that features stunning architectural elements, reliefs, hieroglyphic decorations, and inscriptions that depict ancient Egyptian mythology and religious rituals dedicated to Isis and her husband Osiris the ruler of the Underworld.

Overnight

You will head back to your hotel to spend the overnight.

Abu Simbel Temples

The celestial Abu Simbel temples are dedicated to Ramses II's power, glory, and devotion. The immortal king "Ozymandias" (1303–1213 BC) established this colossal marvel around 1264 AD as a symbolic creation of greatness that is made of the Great Temple of Ramses II and the smaller Temple of Hathor dedicated to the goddess Nefertari. The Temple is completely incredible which shed light on this marvelous victory at the battle of Kashed as seen across the walls around 1274 BC. The sun festival occurs on the 22 of each year when the sun rays enter the darkest room in the grand temple to bring to life the face of the four seated statues of Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah Plus Reamsess himself.

Lunch Time

Join us for a delectable lunch in Aswan. Indulge in flavors that will transport your taste buds to new heights.

Overnight

You will head back to your hotel to spend the overnight.

Kom Ombo Temple

The magnificent Kom Ombo which is dedicated to two powerful gods across the two double temples is filled with the intricate artistry that adorns the temple walls, telling stories of gods and pharaohs from the Ptolemaic Period. It was created between 180 BC and 47 BC on the heavenly banks of the Nile River. The southern and northern parts of the temple hold the same identical entrances, halls, sanctuaries, pylons, shrines, and more; dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god source of the Nile River, and Haroeris "Horus the Elder". The artworks and carvings exhibit the surgical tool used by ancient Egyptian doctors and much of their astronomical knowledge.

Lunch Time

You will have your Lunch at a local restaurant then head with your tour guide to:

Edfu Temple

Edfu Temple will shed light on the heavenly energy and the golden secrets of the sky falcon god of protection and victory. The temple of by far one of the top three biggest and most preserved temples which were made from 237 BC to 57 BC to be a testament to the might and grandeur of ancient Egypt. This mythical temple is adorned with magnificent art that can shed light on the battle that took place in the same spot between Horus and his evil uncle Set where the fate of Egypt was decided.

Overnight

You will head back to Luxor where you will be offered the journey of a lifetime between the tales of ancient gods and kings. You will check in at your hotel and spend the overnight.

Karnak Temple

The celestial grandeur of Karnak Temple is an architectural marvel that acts as a golden open-air museum that stretches beyond the limits of imagination. It took over 2000 years to create 1970 BC and 30 BC on a miraculous space of 100 hectares (274 acres) dedicated entirely to the 18th theban triad of Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu. It is renowned for its magnificence, colossal columns, sacred halls, obelisks, pylons, and statues that shed light on the epic rituals of ancient priests and the presence of the divine plus the architectural achievements, and artistic prowess of ancient Egypt.

Lunch Time

You will have your Lunch then head back with your tour guide to explore:

Luxor Temple

The ethereal beauty of Luxor Temple comes to life when the night falls when then whispers of the past will illuminate a magical path that guides your steps across the immortal blessings and royal magnificence of Egypt. This temple was completed in 1400 BC to solidify the concept of the rejuvenation of kingship of great rulers like Amenhotep III, Tutankhamun, Ramesses II, and Alexander the Great. It was the main center for the Opet festival which took place across the avenue of the sphinxes which leads to the Karnak Temples Complex. The temple has majestic grand architecture, statues, and reliefs which create a captivating atmosphere to make a number of amazing memories.

Overnight

You will spend the overnight at your hotel. 

Valley of the Kings

The legendary Valley of the Kings where pharaohs are buried in eternal slumber in hidden chambers across the Theban necropolis lands holds priceless treasures and ancient secrets that came to be in the New Kingdom (1550 - 1070 BC). There are 63 tombs dedicated to members of the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties like Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses II which contain intricately decorated tombs carved into the rock, adorned with beautiful wall paintings and hieroglyphic inscriptions about that act as a memoir showcasing their religious beliefs and their overall lives.

Lunch Time

You will have your lunch at a local restaurant then head with your tour guide to:

Hatshepsut Temple

The miraculous Hatshepsut Temple is a classical golden testament to the power and ambition of this highly successful ruler. Queen Hatshepsut (1507–1458 BC) ordered the creation of this holy of holies to honor Amun who was his main priestess wife which features a unique architectural design with terraces, colonnades, and statues of him across all three floors. The temple's reliefs depict scenes from Hatshepsut's life and achievements, as well as her divine birth.

Colossi of Memnon

The Colossi of Memnon are two enormous stone statues that hold the face of their creator Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386 - 1349 BC) which were constructed in 1350 BC to become the sole celestial guardians of the temple. These colossal statues originally guarded the entrance to Amenhotep III's mortuary temple but are now the only remaining structures from the temple complex. Each statue stands about 18 meters (60 feet) tall and weighs 720 tons, carrying many great carvings that display many great facts and stories.

Overnight

You will head back to your hotel to spend the overnight.

Valley of the Queens

The Beautiful realm of queens and female nobles "The Valley of the Queens” is a heavenly attraction of beauty dating to the New Kingdom which holds about 93 magnificent tombs loaded with intricately painted scenes that adorn their walls. The most famous tomb includes the famous tomb of Queen Nefertari the beloved main wife of Ramses II. All the tombs depict scenes from the lives and journeys of the deceased, as well as a number of incredible religious and funerary rituals.

Habu Temple

The miraculous Habu Temple is a beautiful gem that holds the stories of pharaohs and their exploits. This ancient city was made in the 12th century BCE during the 18th dynasty of the New Kingdom where a number of great temples are found which include the Temple of Amun, the Temple of Ramesses III, and the Temple of Ay and Horemheb. The temples include a number of miraculous features which are outstanding wall reliefs and epic hieroglyphic inscriptions that tells a number of magnificent tales.

Lunch Time

You will have your Lunch at a local restaurant then head with your tour guide to

Deir El-Medina

The heavenly Deir El Medina "The Workers' Village" which houses the artisans and builders who created the tombs of the pharaohs and their wives known as the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Nobles, and the Valley of the Queens. The entire village was made during the 18th to 20th Dynasties of the New Kingdom of Egypt (1550–1080 BCE) which is filled with a number of great decorations and artistic treasures that provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily lives, social structure, spiritual beliefs, cultural gems, and working conditions of these skilled builders and artisans.

Overnight

You will head back to your hotel to spend the overnight.

Dendera Temple

Dendara Temples Complex is a mythical marvel of divine magnificence made between 2250 BC and 30 BC which was dedicated to the goddess Hathor of love, beauty, music, and joy. The temple is renowned for its well-preserved wall reliefs and carvings, including the famous astronomical ceiling depicting the zodiac signs. The complex also features a birth house, a sacred lake, chapels, and other structures which are filled with intricate epic carvings and celestial decorations that convey a number of great tales worthy of exploring.

Lunch Time

Don't miss out on the best lunch in at a restaurant in Abydos! Experience the exquisite menu and impeccable service. 

Abydos Temple

The mythical Abydos Temple is mesmerizing creation that acts as one of the most significant archaeological spots on earth which served as a significant religious center and necropolis throughout ancient Egyptian history from the first dynasty to the 30th dynasty. The site contains the Temple of Seti I, dedicated to the god Osiris, and various other structures. Abydos is particularly renowned for its Osireion, a mysterious underground structure associated with the god Osiris but the Abydos king’s list is by far the most ideal archeological marvel that holds a chronological list made of cartouches whose names from Menes until Seti, I's father, Ramesses I. The magnificent Helicopter hieroglyphs have been the reason behind the greatest theories and tales ever.

Overnight

In the evening, you will transfer to the olden coastal paradise of Hurghada which is loaded with miraculous beaches and crystal-clear waters. You will head back to your hotel to spend the overnight.

The Egyptian Museum

The Cairo Museum is one of the oldest museums in the history of the world dating to 1901 AD where many amazing monuments and artifacts whisper stories of pharaohs and queens dating across 5000 years.

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization is a miraculous marvel made in 2020 to shed light on a magnificent treasure trove of Egypt's rich heritage and history that was made in the miraculous city of Fustat.

Lunch Time

You will have your lunch at a local restaurant then head with your tour guide to:

Salah El Din Citadel

The Cairo Citadel, also known as Salah El-Din Citadel, is a medieval Islamic fortification located on Mokattam Hill the highest point in Egypt and acts as a divine guardian. It was constructed by Salah El-Din (Saladin) between 1176 and 1183 AD to protect the city from potential foreign invasions. The Citadel served as the seat of government for several Egyptian rulers throughout history for over 800 years. It holds a number of the most mesmerizing Islamic monuments which are the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, the Mosque of Sultan al-Nasir Muhammad, and the Military Museum.

Al Muizz Street

Al-Muizz Street is a historic thoroughfare in Cairo, Egypt. Dating back to the 10th century, it is renowned for its stunning Islamic architecture, including mosques, palaces, and caravanserais. The street offers a glimpse into the city's rich heritage, attracting visitors with its cultural and architectural treasures.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Khan El Khalili is the ultimate travel experience where everyone will enjoy the most incredible famous traditional bazaar and marketplaces in the historic center of old Cairo. It was made between 1382 and 1389 AD and has been a bustling hub of trade and commerce ever since. The bazaar is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, traditional Middle Eastern architecture, and a wide array of shops and stalls selling various goods.

Overnight

You will head back to your hotel to relax and spend the overnight.

Sinai Mountain

Mount Sinai, also known as Jebel Musa or Mount Horeb, is a prominent golden mountain in the southern part of the Sinai Peninsula. It is a significant religious site for multiple faiths, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. According to the Bible, it is believed to be the mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments from God. It has an elevation of 2,285 m (7,497 ft) and a prominence of 334 m (1,096 ft). Many pilgrims and tourists embark on a challenging hike up the mountain to witness the breathtaking sunrise or sunset from its summit. The climb typically starts from St. Catherine's Monastery and takes several hours, depending on the route chosen.

Saint Catherine Monastery

St. Catherine's Monastery, also known as the Sacred Autonomous Royal Monastery of Saint Katherine of the Holy and God-Trodden Mount Sinai or Monastery of the Transfiguration, is an ancient Christian monastery situated at the foot of Mount Sinai. It is considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited Christian monasteries on earth. It was established in the 6th century and is named after St. Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and houses a vast collection of religious art, manuscripts, and icons. The monastery is revered as a site of pilgrimage for Christians and attracts visitors from around the world.

Meals Time

You will get back to your hotel to have breakfast + lunch meal when arriving in Cairo.

Overnight

We will drive you back to your hotel in Cairo.