10-Day Tailored Egypt Classics
Travel through Egypt with local experts who will guide you through its main attractions while providing you with private comfort and local knowledge. The Tailored by Locals itinerary combines essential tourist attractions which include the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and Cairo's premier art museums with an exploration of Coptic and Islamic Cairo's complex historical past. Your journey will start in Luxor where you will visit the strongest temple sites and royal burial sites of Egypt. You continue moving to Aswan for Philae Temple, Nubian cultural exploration and ending with an Alexandria day trip to see its modern library and historic catacombs. The experience becomes straightforward because of its well-planned schedule, its organized process of including all sites and its efficient transportation system between locations.
What's included
Itinerary
Your private guide will meet you at Cairo International Airport to provide hotel check-in assistance after your airport arrival.
You can take some time to rest while you adjust to the local time zone and then you can start your Egyptian experience by choosing either to stay at the hotel or take a short walk around the area.
Inclusions:
- Approx. 3-hour experience
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
- Private services of local guide
The Great Pyramids of Giza represent one of the world's most remarkable visual experiences. Observe these enormous buildings from their foundation while you study their enormous size and the scientific principles which enabled their construction.
The Sphinx stands as an enigmatic protector of the plateau which you should visit before returning to the city to explore the Egyptian Museum. Your guide will lead you through the extensive collection while you focus on specific items including the famous King Tutankhamun treasures.
Inclusions:
- Private guided tour
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
The city of Cairo shows its multiple cultural aspects through its current state. Visit Coptic Cairo to see the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue which showcase the historical Christian and Jewish presence in the city.
The Egyptian Museum of Islamic Art serves as the next destination which showcases calligraphy, ceramics, textiles and beautifully crafted objects that demonstrate Egypt's artistic development from past centuries.
Inclusions:
- Private guided tour
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
Travel to Luxor which serves as the historic site of Thebes and stands as one of Egypt's leading archaeological destinations.
Your first stop should be the Karnak Temple which stands as the world's biggest religious construction to explore its expansive buildings and its high-reaching pillars. The Nile river leads to Luxor Temple which features its famous large statues and its impressive colonnade structure.
Your day should end at the Luxor Museum which showcases artifacts through precise displays that enhance your understanding of the sites you visited earlier.
Inclusions:
- Flight to Luxor
- Private guided tour
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
Spend your day exploring the West Bank of Luxor where you will discover royal burial sites and experience the beauty of the desert landscape.
The Valley of the Kings allows visitors to explore the tomb of Tutankhamun alongside the historic burial site of Ramses VI which showcases its stunning wall art and intact roof structure.
Lastly for the day, you will visit the Temple of Hatshepsut which stands as a remarkable architectural achievement. It extends from the cliffs to honor the powerful Egyptian ruler who ruled the country.
Inclusions:
- Private guided tour
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
The southern destination of Aswan welcomes you to experience its peaceful Nile scenery and unique local traditions.
The first stop will be Philae Temple which honors Isis while standing alone on an island where visitors can experience historical sites amidst serene river views.
The Nubian Museum welcomes you to discover Nubian history through its collection of artifacts which show the development of the region from ancient periods until today.
Inclusions:
- Private guided tour
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
Today you are visiting the Aswan High Dam. The Aswan High Dam serves as a modern engineering masterpiece which controls flooding while generating electricity for the entire country of Egypt.
The schedule continues with a boat journey that leads to Elephantine Island. The island displays ancient historical remnants while showing the typical activities of river inhabitants. The tour will proceed to a Nubian village. You will be able to encounter traditional ways of life and receive genuine local welcome which creates a genuine cultural experience that matches the historic sites from previous times.
Inclusions:
- Private guided tour
- Boat ride to Elephantine Island
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
It’s time to fly back to Cairo and turn your focus to the city’s Islamic heritage.
Together with your private guide you will visit the Citadel, a medieval fortress with views over the capital. Furthermore, you will explore the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, one of Egypt’s most recognizable landmarks.
Continue through Islamic Cairo to discover historic mosques and architectural highlights that reflect centuries of craftsmanship, faith and civic life.
Inclusions:
- Flight to Cairo
- Private guided tour
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
Take a day trip to Alexandria, a Mediterranean city with its historical depth and its seaside climate. The modern Alexandria Library serves as a tribute to the ancient institution.
Moreover you can proceed to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa which showcases an archaeological site where Egyptian, Greek and Roman traditions created one of Egypt's most captivating historical sites.
Inclusions:
- Private guided tour
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
Spend your last day in Cairo by taking it easy while you visit local markets to find your final souvenirs. The day provides you with three options to conclude your trip because you can choose to drink coffee in peace or take a last walk or purchase local handicrafts.
Your airport transfer will take place after which you will depart from the airport while bringing back memories of Egypt's historical sites and its present-day way of life during this tailored trip.
Inclusions:
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (vehicle)
- Last-minute shopping support
