11-Night Private Mysteries of Egypt Tour

Day 1: Arrival to Egypt Land of Pharaohs

1. Cairo
   1h
   Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representatives will meet and assist you all through the formal procedures at Cairo International Airport. Same-day or next you will meet your Egyptologist guide who will explain your tour details, Show your activities, You can ask him about your dreams, of course, will get true. Our philosophy you are not our customer you are our friend, Feel like you are at home between your family.

Day 2: Sakkara Tour and Sleeper train to Aswan

1. Saqqara Pyramid
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your hotel by a private A.C car to start an incredible day trip from Cairo to Sakkara, and Memphis. Move to visit:
   the Step Pyramid of Zoser
   the world's oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty for King Djoser.
   Enjoy your lunch and it will be served at a local restaurant before heading to enjoy your excursion. Little rest with learning how Pharaohs made their papers and perfume through our visit to Papyrus institute.
   After that, continue your day tour to
2. Statue of Ramses II
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   which was founded by King Menes and was the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, and see the Statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis.
3. Pyramids of Dahshour
   1h
   12.00 optional tour to visit Dahshour, we see the newly reopened Bent and Red Pyramids.
   
   at 19.30 - 07.30 pm Transfer to board the sleeper train to Aswan.

Day 3: Aswan and Isis Temple Tour

1. Aswan
   Pass by
   Arrive Aswan, Meet & assist at Aswan railway station, Board boat and sailing to the island, the whole complex was moved from its original location on Philae Island, to its new location on Agilkia Island
2. Temple of Philae
   3h · Admission ticket not included
   the boat will dock you near the Kiosk of Nectanebo, the oldest part, and the entrance to the temple is marked by the 18m-high first pylon with reliefs of Ptolemy XII Neos Dionysos smiting enemies.
   Temple of Philae
   The home of a beautiful, magical temple dedicated to Isis, the Great Mother. At the temple, we perform special rites honoring the Divine Feminine and invoking her energies and blessings. The temple tells the story of the goddess Isis, the wife of Osiris, where the goddess symbolizes funeral rituals and the gift of life.
   Afterward, you will be sailing to visit:
3. Unfinished Obelisk
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   you will be sailing to visit: The Unfinished Obelisk (optional excursion)
   built during the reign of Hatshepsut and is considered the largest known ancient obelisk.
   End the first day of your 4 days Nile cruises by heading to visit:
4. Aswan High Dam
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   You will be drive to visit: Aswan High Dam (optional excursion)
   It was built during the reign of Gamal Abdel Nasser with the help of the Soviets. it is about 3000 meters long, the base width is 180 meters and its peak is about 40 meters.

Day 4: Abu Simbel temple (optional tour) & sailing to kom Ombo

1. Abu Simbel Temple
   7h · Admission ticket not included
   After breakfast,
   You have the choice to visit an optional tour to Abu Simbel Temple Enjoy your trip to Abu Simbel, It is about 03 hours and a half, one way driving from Aswan to Abu Simbel. Arrive and explore the amazing of the two Temples of Abu Simbel, with their unique style, are considered to be the masterpieces of ancient Egypt. They reflect the glory and grandeur of the new Kingdom. Now, it is your chance to visit the best, the largest, the most impressive temples of ancient Egypt. Drive back to Aswan, then sail to visit:
2. Kom Ombo Temple
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   you will arrive at Kom Ombo, The temple has a dual dedication to Sobek, as well as Horus, and the plan of the temple reflects this dual purpose. sailing to Edfu

Day 5: Visit Edfu Temple & Sail to Luxor

1. Edfu Temple
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Arrival early to Edfu then visit Temple of Edfu The temple is very complete, including a pylon that was built by Cleopatra’s father in the first century BC, the construction of the temple took about 180 years.
2. Luxor Market
   2h
   Sailing and enjoy lunch on board Arrive Luxor, you may visit Luxor Temple this night as an optional excursion or you can enjoy walking tour.

Day 6: West Bank Luxor sightseeing

1. Valley of the Kings
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   After breakfast, check out from the cruise, Your tour guide will escort you to visit the west bank of Luxor starting by a visit:
   Valley of The Kings
   Multiple tombs were lay hidden in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings, the tombs of nearly 70 pharaohs. The most important tombs there, are the tomb of Ramses III, the Tomb of Tutankhamun and many more. Then move to the visit the unique:
2. Temple of Hatshepsut
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   built-in the 18th Egyptian Dynasty, Hatshepsut was the only female pharaoh in the history of Ancient Egypt. She came to power during the New Kingdom after the death of her father, Tuthmose I, a place called “Der Albahari in Egypt“. Continue west bank by visiting the:
3. Colossi of Memnon
   20m
   These two gigantic, 59-foots tall statues are the first sight that greets visitors who take the ferry across from the East Bank. Memnon was set up by architect Amenhotep Ben Habo, the statues decorated the facade of the funerary temple,
   Check out your Cruise then transfer to Luxor hotel land, (We can stay this night same cruise ship depends on space)

Day 7: the Valley of the Nobles & Ramesseum tour

1. Luxor
   Pass by
   Begin with pickup at your Luxor hotel or ship at a morning time that suits you best, then travel in a private vehicle, a roughly 40-minute trip.
2. Valley of the Nobles
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   ancient Egypt’s nobles tombs, These tombs provide us with a wealth of information about life and religious beliefs in ancient Egypt. Their beauty also attests to the skill and creativity of the ancient Egyptian artisans, the majority of the tombs dating to the Golden Age of Thebes during the New Kingdom (1550 – 1080BC). The Nobles tombs are decorated with daily life scenes, funerals, and ideal afterlives of their owners. Explore the mortuary temple that was built by Pharaoh Ramesses II,
3. Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II)
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Proceed to visit the Ramesseum, the memorial temple of King Ramses II. The Ramesseum temple is famous for its 19 metre (62 feet) high seated statue and weighing more than 1000 tons of Ramses II (of which only fragments are left). The walls of the Ramesseum temple, which is only about half preserved, are decorated with reliefs, including scenes depicting the Battle of Kadesh, the Syrian wars, and the Festival of Amon Min. Move on to
4. Temple of Medinat Habu
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   The Temple is the best-preserved of the New Kingdom memorial temples. It is decorated with military scenes and texts illustrating the victories of the king in three wars. A royal palace was built at the south of the Temple open forecourt,
5. Luxor
   Pass by
   After finished, you will be transferred back to your Nile Cruise.

Day 8: Optional excursion to East Bank then Sleeper train to Cairo

1. The Karnak Temple
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   After breakfast, you will check out your Luxor hotel, or maybe you will join your tour guide to start an optional excursion to the East Bank of Luxor including:
   Karnak Temples
   the largest Temple in the World! The complex contains a group of Temples such as the Great Temple of Amon Ra, The Temple of Khonso, The Ipt Temple
2. Luxor Temple
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Among the most terrific sightseeing that shouldn’t miss while being in Luxor is Luxor Temple and it is widely accepted that the best time to visit it is at night especially touring around the row of sphinxes in front of it which make you feel like being in a movie full of adventures.
3. Luxor
   Pass by
   At 6 pm - 18.00, you will be transferred to Luxor railway station for Sleeper train to Cairo. After visiting free tour at shopping then transfer to Luxor Railway Station for Sleeper train to Cairo

Day 9: Ben Ezra Synagogue & Coptic Church

1. The Hanging Church
   30m
   After breakfast, You may join your guide with optional excursion, will pick you up from your hotel by a private A.C car to start an incredible day trip from Cairo to Old Cairo area
   Start our day tour in Cairo by visiting:
   The Hanging Church
   considered the oldest church in Old Cairo, it dates back to about 1,700 years. It is distinguished by its prestige and glory. The same area just a little walking steps escort your guide to visit:
2. Synagogue Ben Ezra
   30m
   Ben Ezra Synagogue is the oldest Jewish temple in Cairo, dating from the 9th century AD. Like almost all of Egypt’s synagogues, it is simply a tourist attraction today following the departure of nearly all of Egypt’s significant Jewish community during the 1950s after the founding of Israel and the Free Officers’ Revolution, but this site still holds great importance in the contemporary history of Judaism.
3. Cairo
   Pass by
   After finishing your interesting tours, we will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo.

Day 10: the King's Chamber of Pyramids & Sphinx tour

1. The Great Pyramid of Khufu
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   07.00 to 09.00 am This morning you will enter one hour and half the Great Pyramid of Khufu where you will ascend to the King's chamber and be told of its mysteries.
   This morning you awaken with an undercurrent of excitement, felt by you that preempts the usual morning drowsiness.
2. Great Sphinx
   30m
   Next tour the Sphinx and the temples, Take some amazing photos through your guide will explain The last Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza are one of the world's most recognizable landmarks.
3. Cairo
   Pass by
   As your time we Back to your hotel

Day 11: the Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx free tour

1. The Pyramids Of Giza
   Pass by
   By clients themselves charge.
   Return the Pyramids enter the Great Pyramid of Khufu where you will ascend to the King's chamber, or you can ask your guide about any other optional excursion like Alexandria everyday tour

Day 12: Fly Home Say Bye to Pharaohs

1. Cairo
   Pass by
   After breakfast, you will transfer to Cairo International airport for your flight back home to finish your 12 Days SACRED AND MYSTERIES EGYPT tour.

Pickup details

Our guide or airport representative will pick a customer from their hotel or airport.
Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representatives will meet and assist you all through the formal procedures at Cairo International Airport.
Same-day or next you will meet your Egyptologist guide who will explain your tour details, Show your activities, You can ask him about your dreams, of course, will get true.
Our philosophy you are not our customer you are our friend, Feel like you are at home between your family.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Egypt has a lot of activities, Guide will advise some extra optional excursions covering rest of Egypt tours, Our optional excursions are just recommendations to help our costumers to see the most remarkable sightseeing. Which doesn't mean that we enforce them to pay extra money.
• English - Spanish guide any other language with supplement
• Private tour means Private guide & Vehicle Only for Viator costumers, 2-9 adult tour mean sharing two families same tours or transfers
• TV shows not working in ship through sailing for weak signal also no WIFI in ship
• Flight name, Date and time of arrival/departure
• Name of all participants, Passport number, Nationality, Date of birth
• Advises of the activity:
• Guiding not allowed inside the tombs, so our guide will explain outside, and you will get your time free inside.
• The day-to-day itinerary is subject to change due to traffic-sailing time through Nile Cruises-vacations, but we always promise our client they will get all monuments and places same their tour mentioned in itinerary.
• Most Egypt Air domestic flights are scheduled very early in the morning; this is entirely beyond our control.
• TV shows not working in ship through sailing for weak signal
• Offer include economy internal flight, we can’t control with internal flight time, flight reserved as availability
• The conditions and controls for the hotel stay in Corona are as follows: Health requirements - Providing a clinic and a doctor in the hotel, in coordination with the Ministry of Health - Ensure the quality of the personal protective equipment and sterilization materials used - Do not deal only with companies approved by the Ministry of Health and Population
• Hotel controls - Determine a maximum occupancy rate of the hotel of 25%, including Day-Use, until the end of May - Operating at a maximum of 50% of the hotel's capacity from the beginning of next June - Not to hold any parties or weddings inside the hotel - Prohibition of all types of night activity at the hotel - Clean the rooms on a daily basis using the tools of the infection prevention vehicle, and follow the instructions of the Ministry of Health - Clean and sterilize all tangible points every hour in public places, and public toilets, using disinfectants decided by the Ministry of Health - Allocating a hotel floor in each spa for quarantine cases, confirmed cases, and suspected cases of coronavirus - Continue to conduct a quick test for workers at the tourist portals in coordination with the Ministry of Health
• Guest controls - Install a sterilizer at the hotel entrance - The completion of the procedures for logging in to the guest electronically or with single-use pens - Sterilize the luggage of guests before arriving and leaving the hotel - Measuring the guests' temperatures when entering the facility each time - Providing hand sanitizer in the reception area and various facilities at all times - Cleansing all public areas regularly
• Controls for hotel restaurants - Ban the completely open buffet service and rely on pre-defined lists A ban on serving hookahs - Measurement of temperatures for restaurant goers - Leave no less than 2 meters between dining tables - Keep a distance of 1 meter between each person and another with the table - Maximum 6 chairs for the large table for families - Dependence on single-use cutlery as much as possible - Place sterilizers and sterilization wipes on each table - Putting out educational instructions around the restaurant
• Staff controls - Operating 50% of the workforce as a maximum - Carry out a quick examination of workers returning from vacation before receiving work - Workers in coastal cities get a vacation at least every 60 days - Commitment to measure their temperatures daily - There is housing for workers in the hotel, while providing isolation areas for the affected cases if they arise - Educating workers about all basic preventive measures against the emerging coronavirus