Arrival at Cairo International Airport. Meet and assist by our representative of “Egypt Best Vacations” who will help you through the arrival and visa regulations. Transfer by private vehicle to your hotel and the beginning of your private 5-day Egypt luxury solo traveler tour. Enjoy a delightful dinner at the hotel.
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Your actual 5-day Egypt luxury solo traveler tour begins when Egypt Best Vacations private tour guide picks you up by private vehicles from your hotel to commence your tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and Saqqara.
The true Egypt pyramids tour experience starts on the second day as we visit the Giza Plateau. The Egypt pyramids tour begins with the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, along with the great Sphinx, which will leave us awestruck. You will delve into the history of the pyramids, learn about their construction, and discover the secrets behind their purpose and how old the pyramids are.
Enjoy your lunch at a deluxe local restaurant, then proceed to Saqqara. Saqqara is an ancient Egyptian burial ground located in the desert south of Giza. It is home to the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the first pyramid in history. The site also contains a number of other pyramids, tombs, and other funerary structures dating back to the Old Kingdom period. Saqqara is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Travel back to your hotel in Cairo. Enjoy a delightful dinner at the hotel.
You will fly to Luxor to explore the magnificent Valley of the Kings. A UNESCO World Heritage site and the final resting place of many pharaohs of the New Kingdom, including Tutankhamun. Delve into the rich history of the pharaohs as you explore the impressive tombs, adorned with intricate hieroglyphics and stunning artwork.
Next, you will visit the unique Hatshepsut Temple, an architectural masterpiece built by the female pharaoh. The temple is adorned with beautiful carvings and hieroglyphics depicting Hatshepsut’s reign. You will learn about the cultural and religious significance of this site and the achievements of Hatshepsut as one of Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs. You will also marvel at the giant Colossi of Memnon. Two massive statues that once stood at the entrance of the temple of Amenhotep III. These statues are considered as one of the best-preserved examples of ancient Egyptian art.
Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then, you will continue your journey to the impressive Temple of Karnak. An enormous complex of temples, chapels, pylons, and other buildings. It’s one of the most visited and largest religious sites in the world. Explore the intricate carvings, hieroglyphics, and learn about the religious and cultural significance of this ancient site.
Finally, you will visit the majestic Temple of Luxor, another impressive complex of temples, chapels, pylons, and other buildings. Here you will explore the beautiful carvings, hieroglyphics, and learn about the religious and cultural significance of this temple. After a full day of exploring Luxor’s highlights, you will take a flight back to Cairo. Transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a delightful dinner at the hotel.
Travel to the beautiful City of Alexandria, for another wonderful day of your 5-day Egypt luxury solo traveler tour. Alexandria was the capital city of Egypt during the Greco-Roman era. Upon arrival, you will visit the famous Roman Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa. The catacombs are huge Egyptian tombs and royal cemeteries with Ptolemaic and Roman influences. The catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa are one the largest Roman burial sites not just in Alexandria but in Egypt. These catacombs started as a private tomb for a wealthy family, then became a public cemetery. The catacombs house more than 300 tombs.
From the catacombs to the nearby Pompey’s Pillar. Many of the ancient historians did not tell us more details about the “Pompey’s Pillar” but about the buildings that stood nearby and have disappeared now. The hill on which the pillar is erected was covered with temples and houses a long time before the Roman era. It was the place of the Citadel of Rhakotis. A temple was dedicated to Osiris-Serapis was built on the mountain.
From the Pompey’s Pillar to the magnificent Citadel of Qaitbay. The Citadel of Qaitbay in Alexandria is one of the most important fortifications in Egypt. It was constructed by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay to defend Egypt against the Ottomans/Turks.
You will end your tour in Alexandria by visiting the Library of Alexandria from the outside. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then travel back to Cairo for final night of your 5-day Egypt solo tour. Enjoy a delightful dinner at the hotel.
On your final day, you will explore the fantastic contents of the historical Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square in Cairo. Delve into the rich history of Egypt as you explore the vast collection of artifacts and antiquities, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. After the Egyptian Museum, you will visit the Saladin Citadel, a medieval Islamic fortress built in the 12th century. The citadel offers breathtaking views of Cairo and you will learn about the history and significance of the citadel in the city’s past.
Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant. Finally, you will visit the famous Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest markets in Cairo. Here you will have the opportunity to experience the vibrant culture of Egypt.
You will end of your private 5-day Egypt luxury solo traveler tour to Cairo, Luxor and Alexandria with a private transfer to Cairo Airport for final departure. It is really sad to leave so ask our guides about your next solo adventure in Egypt.
