11-Day King Ramses Of Egypt Tour From UK

Touch down at Cairo International Airport, where a friendly representative from Egypt Best Vacations awaits. They’ll navigate arrival formalities and whisk you away to your hotel, marking the exciting start of your 11-day King Ramses of Egypt tour from UK.

Embark on your 11-day Egypt tour from UK. Your journey kicks off as our expert tour guide picks you up from your hotel, initiating a captivating exploration of the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and Saqqara.

Today, you will explore the Giza Plateau. Today’s tour includes the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure with the great Sphinx. The only ancient wonder which still exists (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Are you ready to explore it from the inside? (Optional). Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were built, and why they were built.

Then on to the first pyramid in history of humanity, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara. Saqqara is one of the most important and richest necropolises in Egypt. It was the cemetery of Memphis, the 1^st capital city of United Egypt in 3200 BCE. Then, transfer back to your hotel.

Explore the fantastic contents of the historical Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square in Cairo. Hundreds of objects from all periods of the Egyptian past are displayed on the two floors of the museum.

From the museum to the Citadel of the Sunni Muslim leader Saladin, which was built in 1172 to protect Cairo against the Crusaders. The White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha is a prominent feature of the Citadel. Finish your tour today at the historical bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Then, transfer to Giza railway to board your sleeper train to Aswan to begin your 3-day felucca cruise.

Authentic felucca cruise adventure awaits! Upon arrival at Aswan railway, you will meet your guide to commence your tour to Aswan highlights. Visit the High Dam, one of the great engineering feats of the 1960s. Then, proceed to the beautiful Temple of Isis at Philae Island. This temple was built during the Greco-Roman era and, was dedicated to Isis, goddess of Love and Magic in ancient Egypt. You will end your Aswan tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk.

Let the gentle breeze guide you through time as you embark on a two-night Felucca cruise, a charming highlight of your 11-day Egypt tour from UK. Soak in the breathtaking Nile landscape, where ancient pharaohs once sailed these very waters. Imagine the whispers of history carried on the wind as you drift past majestic temples and lush palm groves. This is where history and magic come together, creating an unforgettable experience.

Breakfast on your felucca cruise then transfer to the famous Daraw Camel Market (every Saturday and Sunday). Daraw has one of the largest camel markets in Egypt. Most of the camels come in caravans from Sudan. Camels are sold here every day of the week, but the main days are Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday. Then, return back to your felucca cruise to set sail to Kom Ombo to overnight there.

Breakfast on board then disembarkation. Transfer to Luxor with visits to the twin Temple of Horus and Sobek together with the Crocodile Museum in Kom Ombo. Kom Ombo Temple was built during the Greco-Roman period. It was built over the ruined temple of the New Kingdom. The temple began during the time of Ptolemy V and was completed by the time of Emperor Tiberius. The emperors Domitian, Caracalla, and others added to the temple. So it took about 400 years to finish.

Then, transfer to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This temple is the most intact temple in Egypt and it was built during the Greco-Roman period. The Temple of Edfu is fully inscribed with reliefs and hieroglyphs on its exterior and interior walls.

Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant then, transfer to your hotel in Luxor. Free evening in Luxor.

Breakfast at the hotel then Visit the impressive Valley of the Kings. The Valley of the Kings is one of the most important highlights not only in Luxor but throughout Egypt. The Ancient Egyptians named it (Ta-Iset-Ma’at), which means “the Place of Truth”. The Valley of the Kings is the necropolis of the great Egyptian pharaohs of the 18th to the 20th Dynasty (1550-1080 BCE). Tuthmosis I was the first pharaoh who was buried at the Valley of the Kings while Ramses XI was the last pharaoh who was buried there.

From the Valley of the Kings to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, and then to Colossi of Memnon of Amenhotep III. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Both temples were dedicated to the Theban Triad; Amun, Mut and Khonsu. 

Transition to the coastal paradises of Hurghada for beachside activities and tranquil relaxation. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing underwater realm at your own pace. Delight in four full days of unwinding during the 11-day King Ramses of Egypt tour from UK, reveling in the serenity of Hurghada  before your return journey home.

Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning over Luxor

Enjoy your free day. Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request. Check out our Hurghada day tours as well as our private transfers in Hurghada if you want to go through the city.

Enjoy your free day. Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request.

Enjoy your free day with your Red Sea holiday. Tours such as diving, safari, snorkeling, glass boat, and submarine rides are available upon request. Enjoy the final night of your 11-day Egypt tour from UK.

As your time in Egypt draws to a close, you will transfer to Hurghada Airport for your final departure. Though farewell can be bittersweet, the memories you have made on this 11-day King Ramses of Egypt Tour from UK will forever dance in your heart. But don’t fret, for Egypt’s magic has a way of beckoning you back. Before you leave, chat with your guides about your next adventure in this wondrous land, who knows, perhaps another epic chapter awaits!