Embark on an unforgettable journey through the cradle of civilization on this 9-day Cairo & Felucca adventure from Malaysia. Immerse yourself in the captivating wonders of Cairo, Alexandria, and Luxor, while experiencing the magic of a traditional felucca cruise on the Nile River.
Your odyssey begins in Cairo, where the iconic Pyramids of Giza await. Witness these awe-inspiring structures, remnants of a glorious past, and unravel the mysteries of the Sphinx. Delve deeper into ancient Egyptian history at the Egyptian Museum, marveling at the treasures of ancient Egypt. Travel north to Alexandria, a city boasting a rich tapestry of Greek, Roman, and Ottoman influences. Delve into the depths of history at the fascinating Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a captivating underground necropolis.
Board a traditional felucca boat in Aswan and set sail on the tranquil waters of the Nile River. Throughout your journey, delve into the depths of Egypt’s past, gaining insights into its rich history, culture, and traditions. Learn about the pharaohs and gods of ancient Egypt as you explore the temples of Luxor, and Karnak. Trace the footsteps of the ancients in Edfu and Kom Ombo, where towering temples stand as testaments to Egypt’s enduring legacy.
This 9-day Cairo & felucca adventure from Malaysia offers a truly unparalleled experience. You’ll not only discover the iconic pyramids and delve into ancient Egyptian history and civilization, but also gain insights into Egyptian history, culture, and traditions through this immersive exploration of Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, and Aswan. This meticulously curated Egypt tour from Malaysia promises an unforgettable journey filled with cultural richness, historical intrigue, and the magic of sailing the Nile.
1050 USD per person in a triple room (Group tour)
1099 USD per person in a twin room (Group tour)
1870 USD per single traveler (Traveling alone)
The “9 Day Cairo, Alexandria & Felucca Adventure From Malaysia” tour offers a myriad of highlights, promising an immersive and enriching experience for travelers from Malaysia. Here are some of the tour’s key highlights:
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 to your hotel for free time and the beginning of your 9-day Cairo & felucca adventure from Malaysia.
Your actual 9 day Cairo & felucca adventure from Malaysia begins when Egypt Best Vacations professional tour guide picks you up from your hotel to commence your tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and Saqqara
Today, you will visit 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 remains (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Are you ready to discover it from the inside? Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were constructed, and why they were constructed.
Then on to the first pyramid in history, 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 1st capital city of United Egypt in 3200 BCE.
Transfer back to your hotel.
Explore the fabulous contents of the historical Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square in Cairo. Thousands of artifacts from all periods of Egyptian history 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 defend Cairo against the Crusaders. The White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha is a prominent feature of the Citadel. You will finish your tour today at the historical bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Transfer back to your hotel.
Today, your 9 day Cairo & felucca adventure from Malaysia, takes you to the beautiful City of Alexandria, the capital city of Egypt during the Greco-Roman era. Your tour includes 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 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.
Then proceed to the 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.
End your tour in Alexandria with visiting the Library of Alexandria from the outside. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then travel back to Cairo.
You’re going to spend the next three nights of your 9 day Cairo & felucca adventure from Malaysia, on board a Felucca River cruise. Transfer to Cairo Airport to Aswan to begin your felucca cruise adventure. Meet your guide just outside the terminal to commence your trip.
Explore the highlights of the beautiful City of Aswan such as the High Dam, one of the great engineering feats in the 1960s. Then proceed to the beautiful Temple of Isis at Philae Island. End your tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk.
Board your Felucca Nile cruise. Enjoy the Nile landscape in Aswan while cruising.
Visit the famous 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’s Darfur and Kordofan along the Darb Al Arba’een (Forty Days Rd) to just north of Abu Simbel before being trucked to Daraw. It is a picturesque sight and fascinating to see the trading; sometimes there are as many as 2000 camels. Set sail to Kom Ombo to overnight there.
Breakfast then disembarkation. Visit the twin Temple of Horus and Sobek together with the Crocodile Museum in Kom Ombo. Kom Ombo Temple 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.
Venture to Edfu to visit the most intact temple in Egypt, the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This temple was built during the Ptolemaic period, around 237-57 BC, and is dedicated to the god Horus. The temple is known for its well-preserved structure and its impressive wall carvings, which depict the story of the battle between Horus and his uncle Seth.
Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then you will be transferred to your hotel in Luxor.
Visit the magnificent Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs of the New Kingdom period were buried. Then proceed to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, who ruled Egypt for about 20 years as a sole pharaoh. Continue to the giant Colossi of Memnon of Amenhotep III.
Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant then proceed to the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. These two temples were dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut and Khonsu.
Transfer to Luxor Airport to fly back to Cairo. Transfer from Cairo Airport to your hotel for final night of your 9 day Cairo & felucca adventure from Malaysia.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon over Luxor
Wrap your 9 day Cairo & Felucca adventure from Malaysia with a transfer to Cairo Airport for your final departure. It is really sad to leave so ask our guides about your next adventure in Egypt.
