I have spent the last 3 days visiting Abydos & Dendara (1 day) and Luxor (2 days) with my guide Ahmed Haggag Ali.
First of all, I would highly recommend Abydos to anyone (even if it is way out of any route, +3h by car from Luxor). Abydos is truly a special place, thanks to its colorful paintings and design. And Ahmed provided me with all the history and explanations related to this temple. He knows eveything!! He has been able to answer all of my questions so far (and believe me, I have had a lot!) We later had a delicious 'fuul' in a local restaurant (see pic).
Luxor is, of course, a must see if you plan to visit Egypt. I spent one day in the east bank and another in the west bank. The Karnak and Luxor temples on the East bank are fascinating, and the Valley of the Kings in the West bank has beautiful tombs. Of the 3 tombs I visited, Ramses III was my favourite, extremely colorful. If you have the budget, I also recommend the hot air balloon trip, which is just breathtaking.
I will spend 3 more days with my guide Ahmed Haggag Ali to visit Edfu & Kom Ombo, Aswan and Abu Simbel, and I am very much looking forward to it!
On this Cairo Day Tour, you will be visiting Coptic Old Cairo, Saladin Citadel and Khan Khalili Bazaar.
You will be picked up at your hotel and we can start our half day tour with a visit to the Old Cairo that is known as Christian Coptic Cairo. It is among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is sill felt.
At the old Cairo, you will be able to visit the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old Jewish synagogue – Ben Ezra Synagogue. (2 hrs time Spent)
Then we will continue our day tour to the Citadel where we visit the Mohamed Ali Mosque that is also known as the Alabaster Mosque.
End your day tour with a visit to the Khan Khalili Bazaar where numerous shops in this district are known for trading fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques and much more.
Tour ends with a drop off at your hotel in Cairo.
We saw so many things and now have lots of good memories. it was a lot of traveling by car, bus and air, but all went smoothly. We especially enjoyed our guides and drivers. They were so helpful and got us around safely.
Start your private tour with your own Egyptologist guide to Giza plateau. Once you enter the area, you will be able to go very close to the Great Pyramid of Cheops, staring at that massive structure, you will realize that your dream of visiting the only surviving wonder of the ancient world came true. Your guide will provide you with full history of those 4600 years old tombs, giving you enough time to take as many photos as you wish. You may like to enter the burial chamber of one of the pyramids (optional).
Passing through the pyramids of Chephren and Menkaure,you will stop at the area of the panorama where you can take some photos of all the pyramids together.In that part of the Sahara Desert area, you will have the chance to ride a camel, take nice shots and have a lot of fun(optional).Then, you may visit the sun boat museum (optional).
After a short drive, you will find yourself at the feet of the fascinating statue of the sphinx.The largest monolith sculpture in Ancient Egypt. This mysterious monument was carved to symbolize the pharaoh’s power and wisdom.On the way to the museum, you will stop at the papyrus institute to see how this ancient genuine paper was produced in the old times.
Your next stop will be the Egyptian museum.This museum (opened in 1901) has the largest collection of artifacts in the world.The visit to this museum is a must.With your guide,you will find yourself diving in a sea of 165,000 artifacts and antiquities.Your guide will explain and show you the highlights and most important treasures of the young pharaoh Tut Ankh Amun such as his golden mask and coffins and the contents of his intact tomb.
You will enjoy looking at the fantastic sculptures, sarcophagi, jewelry and papyrus scrolls that date back to different eras.You will have the chance to see the royal mummies of the great pharaohs (optional). You can have free time to browse the museum yourself after the guided part. Finally, you will be taken back to your hotel.
Take to the Nile Valley on a nine-day Premium adventure by river, road and air, visiting the mighty pyramids of Giza, one of the ancient Wonders of the World. See the majestic temples of Karnak, the famous tomb of Tutankhamun and Cairo’s bustling Khan al-Khalili Bazaar. Spend an evening with a Nubian family and another with an Egyptian family in Cairo for a look at local life and enjoy plenty of time for independent discoveries in each destination. Tuck into Egypt’s unique cuisine, cruise down the Nile on a riverboat and a felucca and visit Cairo’s oldest coffeeshop. With an ancient past that has led to a colourful present, Egypt is a traveller’s dream!
Discover the wonders of Cairo with an immersive 5-day adventure, perfect for history enthusiasts and culture seekers. Explore iconic landmarks like the Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Enjoy guided tours that offer deep insights into ancient Egyptian civilization. Savor authentic local cuisine and experience vibrant Egyptian culture firsthand. This unforgettable journey through Cairo promises a blend of historical marvels and contemporary charm, creating lasting memories of your Egyptian escapade.
At 18:00 pm our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor and transfer you to Luxor train Station for your 10-hour journey to Cairo.
Arrive at Giza Station by 7:00 am and meet your tour guide who will be waiting for you on the platform holding a sign with your name on it.
Start your day tour visiting Giza Pyramids, the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus.
We now head to the Valley Temple where the Highest Priest mummified the dead body of King Chephren & made his final judgment for his heart.
You can get close to the Great Sphinx and have your professional pictures taken by our expert tour guide. The Sphinx is the head of a pharaoh on a lion's body which dates from the time of Chephren, the owner of the second pyramid at Giza.
After spending your 3-hour visit to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx we stop for lunch included at local restaurant in Giza.
Then you continue your tour to the Egyptian Museum which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art, considered the largest and the most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world.
Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamoun collection of treasures, gold and jewelry which were enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1920 when his tomb was excavated.
Then you continue your day tour to Coptic or Christian Cairo for a background on the Christian and Jewish heritage through The Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Continue driving to Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan Kalili Bazaar, Cairo’s oldest bazaar.
Finally around 19:00 pm you will be transferred back to Giza Train Station for your 10 hours journey back to Luxor.
Arrival at Luxor train station, meet our Local Representative and transfer to your hotel in Luxor.
Kalabsha temple and Nubian Museum day tour from Aswan Starts at 8:00 am. Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan to enjoy a trip to the Temple of Kalabsha from Aswan and Nubian Museum.
The temple has been dismantled and re-erected on a hill near the High-Dam site (Western Bank). This temple was originally built by Toutmosis II and Amenophis II at Kalabsha, 40 miles south ofAswan, and was restored during the Roman conquest.
Afterwards, visit the Nubian Museum which was opened in 1997. This museum displays thousands of antiquities that would have been lost under the waters of Lake Nasser. This museum takes its name from the ancient Egyptian Nbu, meaning gold, in reference to the area's famous gold mines. Moreover, you will enjoy scenes of Nubian life demonstrated with a range of life-size displays.
You will be dropped off at your hotel after the tour.
PREMIUM TOUR: Discover the very best of ancient Egypt on this 10-day premium tour, travelling from Cairo to Aswan and back. Enjoy the comfort of five-star hotels, domestic flights, and a luxury Nile cruise as you explore ancient wonders in style. Stand before the iconic Pyramids of Giza, roam the halls of the Grand Egyptian Museum, and uncover royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Sail the Nile to visit riverside temples like Kom Ombo and Philae, and take in the grandeur of Karnak and Luxor temples.
I highly recommend these tours with G Adventures. The CEOs are consistently amazing, the locations visited highlight the special nature of the areas, and a lot of thought is put into the itinerary. They are comfortable including accommodations and transportation. And I especially love visiting the Planeterra-supported organizations.
We’re both in our 60s and loved the concept of seeing iconic cities in one tour. Highlights for us were Cape Town and Agra, very well organized with knowledgeable guides. The early morning flights and long transfers were tiring, and there wasn’t much time to unpack before moving again. That said, we met lovely people and learned so much. We just wish we had more time in Singapore. They handled logistics impressively for such a big tour. Would recommend for flexible, energetic travelers.
Explore the legendary Pyramids of Giza, see King Tutankhamun's famous gold mask and uncover the secrets of the mighty pharaohs at tomb-strewn, Valley of the Kings. Immerse yourself in the Nubian culture of Aswan and enjoy downtime sailing the Nile by traditional felucca our most popular tour of Egypt.
I did a short break in Cairo during my business trip I visited the pyramids of Giza and the museum, the guide Mostafa was extremely knowledgeable for the history the stories.Big thanks for all the team.
The tour starts from your hotel as per your requested pickup time. You will be picked up from either Cairo or Giza by our guide to start your half-day tour.
You will visit traditional local market where you can see Egypt through the eyes of a local. You will be escorted by a certified tour guide who will make sure to show you the real life of the Egyptian people.
Then we take a free Tuktuk ride to explore Egypt's local neighborhoods. We then stop for lunch at a local restaurant where you can eat the popular Egyptian meal called `Khoshari`
After the tour is finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
