Best 9 Days Egypt Pyramids, Pharaoh and Felucca Cruise Tour. This 9-day tour will take you on an unforgettable journey through some of Egypt’s most iconic sights and sounds. From the towering Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, to the ancient temples of Luxor and the bustling bazaars of Cairo.
This tour is designed to immerse you in the rich history and culture of this fascinating country. You will sail along the Nile River on a traditional felucca sailboat, exploring temples and sites along the way. With a mix of ancient wonders, modern cities, and stunning natural beauty, this tour is the perfect way to experience the best of Egypt.
Begin your 9-day tour to Egypt in Cairo. Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum. Fly from Cairo to Aswan to begin your 3-day felucca cruise. Experience one night sailing the Nile onboard the traditional felucca sailboat from Aswan. Visit the beautiful Temple of Philae and the twin Temple of Kom Ombo.
Drive from Kom Ombo to Luxor visiting the Temple of Horus in Edfu on your way. Explore the major highlights of the west and east sides of Luxor. Discover the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple. Fly from Luxor back to Cairo for the rest of your 9-day Egypt itinerary with a felucca cruise.
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-days Egypt tour.
Your actual 9-days Egypt tour (Pyramids, Pharaohs and Felucca cruise) just begins right now.
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?
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, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara. 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, you are driving to the beautiful City of Alexandria, the capital city of Egypt during the Greco-Roman period. Your tour includes the famous Roman Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Citadel of Qaitbay, and the Library of Alexandria from the outside.
Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then drive back to Cairo.
Transfer to Cairo Airport to fly to Aswan to begin your 3-day felucca cruise. Meet with your guide just outside the arrival terminal to commence your tour. Visit the High Dam, the beautiful Philae Temple, and the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk.
Board your Felucca cruise. Enjoy the Nile landscape in Aswan. Lunch and dinner on board. Stop on the banks for a peaceful night.
Breakfast on your felucca cruise then drive to 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. Camels are sold here every day of the week, but the main days are Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday.
Back to your felucca cruise to 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. Drive to Edfu to visit the most intact temple in Egypt, the Temple of Horus in Edfu. After visiting Edfu Temple, you will be transferred to your hotel in Luxor.
After your breakfast at the hotel you will visit the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings, the unique Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon on the west bank of Luxor.
Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant then proceed to the impressive Karnak Temple and the majestic Luxor Temple.
Transfer to Luxor Airport to fly back to Cairo. Transfer from Cairo Airport to your hotel in Cairo.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon over Luxor
Unfortunately, it is the end of your 9-days Egypt Pyramids, Pharaohs and Felucca cruise Tour, so we will transfer you to Cairo Airport for your final departure. It is really sad to leave so ask our guides about your next adventure in Egypt.
