The best 10 Day Tours To Egypt

from $1499
Duration: 10 days / 09 nights
Type: Private Tours to Egypt
Run: Every Day
Overview:

Embark on one of the best Tours to Egypt with our 10-day Ancient Egypt Tours. Explore the enigmatic treasures of the past at an unbeatable price. Our itinerary covers must-see destinations like The Great Pyramids of Giza, Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples, Philae Temple, and Abu Simble temple in Egypt Nubian land. Enjoy comfortable accommodations in five-star hotels, a deluxe Nile cruise, and the stunning beauty of the Nile river. Don't miss out on this opportunity of a lifetime - enquire now and book your unforgettable adventure!

Itinerary:

Arrival in Cairo / Your dream Tours To Egypt come true

Welcome to Cairo, Tours to Egypt

Around Egypt Tours representative will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport, and then he will accompany you to your hotel by an exclusive air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. At the hotel, the representative will assist you with a smooth check-in and review your 10 Days Tours To Egypt itinerary to confirm the pick-up times for each tour.


At night, our Tour Manager will pick you up from your hotel to attend the Sound and Light Show of Giza Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus. Discover the enchanting history of the ancient Egyptians. It starts with the story of the Sphinx, who has been the vigilant guardian of the dead city for five thousand years. The show also depicts the story of building the pyramids and relates the history of great and famous figures of ancient Egypt, such as Thutmosis IV, Akhnaten, Nefertiti, and Tut Ankh Amon. Back to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Welcome drink and overnight in Cairo


Included Activities :
• Cairo- Sound and Light show

Day 2: Giza Pyramids / Saqqara Pyramids

Start your Ancient Egypt tour by fueling up with a delightful breakfast at your hotel before setting off with your private guide for a day of exploration. Your first destination is one of Egypt's most astonishing landmarks, the Step Pyramid at Saqqara, designed by the legendary architect Imhotep for King Zoser. The incredible structure of this pyramid is guaranteed to leave you awe-inspired.

Take a break during your tour to savor a healthy and delicious lunch at a highly rated restaurant. Then, continue your journey to visit the only surviving wonder of the original Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - the Great Pyramids of Khufu, also called Cheops by the Ancient Greeks. The plateau is also home to the pyramids of Khafre (Chephren) and the smallest pyramid Menkaure (Mykerinos).

Your next stop is at the Sphinx and the Valley Temple, which is connected to the Pyramids of Chephren. Back to your hotel. Spend the night in Cairo, ready for your next adventure on your Tours to Egypt.


Included Activities :
• Cairo - The Step Pyramid at Saqqara
• Cairo - The Great Pyramids of Giza
Meals Included :
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Optional Tours :
• Cairo - Nile Dinner Cruise

Day 3: Cairo Sightseeing

Indulge in a delicious breakfast at your hotel before embarking on a fascinating tour with your private guide. Begin your journey by exploring Coptic Cairo, where you'll get to see the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue Church, two of the most impressive religious sites in Egypt.

Next, head to The Egyptian Museum, where you'll discover an exquisite collection of artifacts, including the remarkable collection of Tutankhamun. Marvel at the treasures on display and learn about Egypt's rich history through these ancient relics.

After your tour, return to your hotel to relax and reflect on your day's adventures.


Included Activities :
• Cairo - Coptic Cairo
• Cairo - Egyptian Museum
Meals Included :
• Breakfast
• Lunch

Day 4: Fly to Aswan fom Cairo / Nubian Sightseeing

Begin your day with a delectable breakfast before checking out of your hotel in Cairo and making your way to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you'll be warmly welcomed by an Around Egypt Tours representative and your private tour guide who will accompany you for your Aswan tours.


Your first stop is the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, situated on Agilkia Island. Enjoy a boat ride across the Nile River to reach the temple, which is one of the Nubian temples that was rescued before the construction of the High Dam. Admire the stunning colonnades, towers, and reliefs, including the last surviving hieroglyphic and demotic inscriptions in Egypt.


After the tour, take a break for a healthy and tasty lunch at a quality restaurant. In the afternoon, experience a unique cultural experience by taking a motorboat to the Nubian Village on the west bank of the Nile River. Interact with the Nubian families and learn about their simple lifestyle, culture, and traditions.
After an enriching day, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Aswan to spend the night and recharge for the next day's adventures.


Included Activities :
• Aswan - Nubian Village
• Aswan - Temple of Philae
Meals Included :
• Breakfast
• Lunch

Day 5: Visit Abu Simbel Temple & Nile cruise

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, you will continue your tour of Egypt by visiting Abu Simbel, which is about a three-hour drive away. The two temples of Abu Simbel are considered to be the masterpieces of ancient Egypt, with a unique style that reflects the glory and grandeur of the New Kingdom.
The temples were at risk of being flooded, but thanks to the joint efforts of the Egyptian government and UNESCO, they were rescued. The Temple of Ramesses II is dedicated to four universal gods - Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and Ramsses II himself. It is also known as The Sun Temple of Ramssess II. The Temple of Queen Nefertari, also called the Temple of Hathor, bring Ramesses II, Nefertari, Hathor, and the Sun God together symbolically.
After the tour, you will be escorted back to Aswan, where you will embark on a Nile cruise. Enjoy an overnight stay on the Nile cruise in Aswan.


Included Activities :
• Aswan - Abu Simbel Temple
Meals Included :
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Day 6: Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple

After having breakfast, you will set sail towards Kom Ombo where you will visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god. Marvel at the unique architecture of this temple and learn about the ancient Egyptian beliefs and rituals associated with these deities.
Next, you will continue your Nile cruise to Edfu and enjoy a delicious lunch on board. Upon arrival, you will take a Kalesh ride, also known as a horse and carriage, to visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu. This Ptolemaic temple is one of the best-preserved Egyptian temples and consists of numerous halls, chambers, columns, and chapels. Two large statues of Horus guard the entrance gate, adding to the grandeur of this impressive structure.
As you sail towards Esna, you can enjoy afternoon tea and take in the beautiful scenery along the Nile. In the evening, you will have dinner on board the cruise and spend the night on the boat.


Included Activities :
• Kom Ombo - the Temple shared by two gods Sobek & Haeror
• Edfu - the Horus Temple
Meals Included :
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Day 7: Luxor West Bank

Breakfast on board during your sail to Luxor. Then, your tour guide will accompany you to visit the west bank of Luxor and start your tour by visiting the royal cemetery for 64 Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings (the original resting place of the world-famous boy King Tutankhamun). After that, you will move to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (the only Female Pharaoh) at El Deir EL Bahari, which was built in the 15th century BC, and the two towering statues of Memnon. (The three tombs visited are determined by the Egyptian Government to preserve them from the large flow of visitors; therefore, they are rotated throughout the year and cannot be confirmed as to which tombs before your visit). Then, you will back to the cruise for lunch on board. Enjoy an afternoon tea on board the Nile cruise. Dinner on board. Overnight in Luxor.


Included Activities :
• Luxor - The Valley of the Kings
• Luxor - Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
• Luxor - the Colossi of Memnon
Meals Included :
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Optional Tours :
• Luxor- Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple

Day 8: Disembarkation from Nile Cruise & Luxor East Bank

After having breakfast on board the cruise, you will disembark and meet your tour guide for a fascinating exploration of Luxor's East Bank. Your first stop will be Karnak Temple, which is considered the world's largest ancient religious site. Its vast complex features a hypostyle hall with massive columns considered one of Egypt's most iconic landmarks. You will have free time to explore the different parts of the temple, built over various Pharaoh's reigns.
Next, you will be transferred to Luxor Temple, which was constructed by Amenhotep III and Ramses II for rituals and festivals and dedicated to the God Amun. Afterward, you will be taken to your hotel in Luxor for some free time to relax and explore at your leisure. Overnight stay in Luxor.


Included Activities :
• Luxor - Karnak Temples
• Luxor - Luxor Temple
Meals Included :
• Breakfast
Optional Tours :
• Luxor- Hot air balloon

Day 9: Back To Cairo

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up and transferred to Luxor airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, an Around Egypt Tours representative will greet you and assist you with your transfer to your Cairo hotel. You'll have some free time to relax and unwind or take advantage of one of our optional tours to make the most of your time in Egypt. Enjoy your overnight stay in Cairo.


Meals Included :
• Breakfast
Optional Tours :
• Cairo - Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car

Day 10: Final Departure, End of your tours to Egypt.

Thank you for choosing Around Egypt Tours for your tour to Egypt. We hope you had an enjoyable and unforgettable experience exploring the wonders of this ancient land.
Our representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight. We look forward to welcoming you back to Egypt in the future. Safe travels!


Meals Included :
• Breakfast
Included:

•    Meet and greet services by our representatives at the airports with a nominative sign at the passport control area
•    Assistance of our guest relations during your stay
•    4 Nights hotel accommodation in Cairo on bed and breakfast
•    3 Nights accommodation on a Nile cruise on full board
•    One night hotel accommodation in Aswan on bed and breakfast
•    One night hotel accommodation in Luxor on bed and breakfast
•    Meals as mentioned in the above itinerary at good quality restaurants
•    Private English / Portuguese / German / Spanish speaking tour guide
•    All sightseeing of Egypt tours are private guided tours
•    Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites in your tours to Egypt itinerary
•    Bottled water during the tours
•    All transfers by a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle equipped with free WiFi
•    Domestic flight ticket (Cairo/ Aswan- Luxor/ Cairo)
•    All service charges and taxes

Excluded:

•    International flights and visa
•    Tipping
•    Any optional tours
•    Personal Spending

Prices:
Summer Prices: (May to Sep.)
Single Solo Traveler Per Person in Double Per Person in Triple
$ 1499 $ 979 $ 949
Winter Prices: (Oct. to April.)
Single Solo Traveler Per Person in Double Per Person in Triple
$ 1699 $ 1099 $ 1049
Notes:

If you're interested in ancient Egypt tours, here is some information about prices and policies for tours to Egypt with Around Egypt Tours:


10 Days Tours To Egypt Prices:

• Tour prices are quoted in US dollars per person per trip, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter Egypt vacations. However, you can pay in Euro or GBP. Our prices are always updated to ensure that you receive the lowest price possible. Once your tours to Egypt is confirmed, no change to the rates is guaranteed from our part.


Domestic flights:
• Domestic flights are included in some of our tours. We usually use Egypt Air or Nile Air for this service. Baggage allowance is as follows: Checked-in - 1 Bag, max 23kg; Hand luggage - 1 bag, max 7kg.


• Tips for the final departure
• On your last day, we would recommend not booking any outgoing international flight until after 3.00 pm or consider spending an extra night in Cairo. Our Tour Manager can assist with additional services like accommodation and transfers.


Children Policy:
• Our Children Policy is as follows: 0 - 01.99 Free of Charge; 2 - 5.99 pay 25% of the tour price; 6 - 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price; 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person. If your tours to Egypt include airfare, extra charges for your children may be applied.


•    Payment Policy
• To confirm your desired Ancient Egypt tours, reservations should be made as early as possible. Spaces will be secured, and your request will be confirmed upon receiving a deposit of 25% of the required payment. During the peak season (Xmas, New Year), the required deposit will be 50% of the required payment. This deposit forms part of your final payment. The remaining balance should be paid up to a week before your arrival date or cash upon arrival.


•  Installments policy
• Around Egypt Tours offers you a new payment plan that allows you to pay for your booked tours to Egypt in monthly installments. You will pay in monthly installments of 6 months, nine months, or 12 months leading up to your arrival. You will pay the rest of the payment upon your arrival to Egypt in cash or by credit/debit cards, or you can pay the full cost in monthly installments before your arrival to Egypt.


•    Additional Entry Tickets
• All our Egypt vacations and programs don't include the entrance fees to the specific archaeological sites, such as entering one of the Pyramids inside, visiting the Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, visiting the Solar Boat Museum at the Pyramids area, or entering the Tomb of Tutankhamen at Valley of the Kings in Luxor.


• Tipping
• Tipping is a customary attitude for expressing one's satisfaction with good services rendered to him by staff on duty with him. We advise that if you are willing to offer it, this will be great, and if not, you are not obliged to do it.


•  Cancellation Policy
• In case you cancel your tours to Egypt, the following scale of charges will be applied:
from the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date, 10% of the entire tour price will be charged; between 60 and 31 days before your arrival date, 20% of the entire tour price will be charged; between 30 and 15 days before your arrival date, 50% of the entire tour price will be charged; between 14 and 1 days before your arrival date, 100% of the entire tour price will be charged. Additionally, there are cancellation fees on all domestic flights within Egypt. If you cancel a tour at any time, you will be subject to any fees according to the airline's cancellation policy.


• Emergency Cancellation Policy
At Around Egypt Tours, we understand the importance of flexibility when it comes to travel plans, especially during unforeseen circumstances. That's why we offer a highly flexible Emergency Cancellation Policy that allows for refunds or credit towards future Egypt vacations in the event of government or airline travel warnings for War, riot, civil strife, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, flood, conditions, epidemics, infections, or outbreaks of COVID-19. You can apply this credit towards new Egypt travel services within 12 months.
Please note that flight cancellation or changing fees may apply, as well as bank surcharges fees on the deposit amount paid, in accordance with the airline's terms and conditions.
Our top priority is the well-being, health, and safety of our guests, and we've taken steps to ensure that by developing global health and safety protocols in line with the recommendations of the WTTC. Furthermore, we've carefully selected hotels for our Egypt tours that have been awarded the "Hygiene Safety" certificate by the Ministries of tourism and health in Egypt to reflect our commitment to our guests' interests and values.