Egypt Hidden Gems In 15 Days By Land

Egypt Hidden Gems In 15 Days By Land

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Egypt Hidden Gems In 15 Days By Land

15 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Visiting: Cairo, The Great Pyramid of Giza, Pyramid of Djoser, Great Sphinx of Giza, Alexandria, Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Citadel of Qaitbay, The Egyptian Museum, Salah Al-Din Al-Ayoubi Castle, Salah Salem Street, Cairo, Khan el-Khalili, Meidum, Tunah Al Jabal, Tell el Amarna, Bani Hasan El-Shorouk, Temple of Seti I, Dendera Temple Complex, Luxor, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Valley of the Queens, Deir el-Medina, The Temple of Horus at Edfu, Temple of Kom Ombo, Abu Simbel Temples, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam, Bent Pyramid, Memphis

Tour operator:

Egypt Best Vacations

Tour code:

504

Recommended For:

18-30 somethings, 50 plus, Couples, Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

High, Medium, Low

Age range:

1-80

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:
English , French , German , Spanish
Private Available:

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Tour Overview

Discover in 15 days, the famous attractions and hidden gems of Egypt by land. Enjoy one of the best Egypt tour packages by land. Explore in this 15-day bus tour, the highlights of Cairo, Meidum, Al Minya, Abydos, Dendera, Luxor, and Aswan. Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza, Abu Simbel Temples, Valley of the Kings, Tell Amarna, and Bani Hassan tombs. Begin your 15-day bus trip to Egypt in Cairo exploring the Great Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, Dahshur, Saladin Citadel, and the Egyptian Museum. Drive from Cairo to Alexandria to discover its great highlights, the Roman Catacombs and the Citadel of Qaitbay. Drive from Cairo southward to Luxor via Meidum, Al Minya, Abydos, and Dendera. Discover Meidum Pyramid, Bani Hassan Tombs, and Tell Al Amarna. Explore the stunning Temple of Seti I in Abydos and the wonderful Temple of Hathor in Dendera. Explore the great highlights of Luxor west and east bank in three days with a breathtaking sunrise balloon ride over Luxor. Explore Karnak Temple, Luxor Museum, Habu Temple, Deir El-Madina, Valley of the Queens, and the Valley of the Kings. Drive from Luxor to Aswan visiting Edfu and Kom Ombo temples on your way. Visit the phenomenal Temples of Abu Simbel and Philae Temple in Aswan. Fly from Aswan back to Cairo for the rest of your 15-day Egypt itinerary.

Highlights

  • The Great Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx.

  • The fabulous contents of the Egyptian Museum.

  • Meidum Pyramid of pharaoh Senferu.

  • The City of Akhenaton of Tell El-Amarna where Tutankhamen was born.

  • The magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings.

  • The largest temple in the world, Karnak Temple.

  • Sunrise balloon ride over Luxor.

  • The phenomenal Temples of Abu Simbel.

  • The first pyramid in the history of King Djoser at Saqqara.

  • The magnificent Tombs of Bani Hassan.

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Places You'll See

Sphinx & Khafre's Pyramid

Citadel Of Qaitbay In Alexandria

Egyptian Museum, Cairo

Meidum Pyramid, Meidum

Ashmunein, Al Minya

Temple Of Hathor, Dendera

Luxor Temple, Luxor

Hatshepsut Temple, Luxor

Habu Temple, Luxor

Kom Ombo Temple

Abu Simbel Temples, Aswan

Philae Temple, Aswan

Bent Pyramid, Dahshur

Balloon Ride Over Luxor

Valley Of The Kings, Luxor

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Egypt

Location: Cairo, Cairo International Airport

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: No Meals

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.

Day 2 : Great Pyramids, Sphinx And Saqqara

Location: The Great Pyramid of Giza, Pyramid of Djoser, Great Sphinx of Giza

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your actual holiday 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 hear about the history of the pyramids, how they were built, and why they were built? Then to the first pyramid in history, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara.

Day 3 : Alexandria Highlights

Location: Alexandria, Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Citadel of Qaitbay

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

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 at Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Citadel of Qaitbay, and the Library of Alexandria from outside. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. After the tour, you will drive back to Cairo.

Day 4 : Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel And Khan El-Khalili

Location: The Egyptian Museum, Salah Al-Din Al-Ayoubi Castle, Salah Salem Street, Cairo, Khan el-Khalili

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, you will 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. The eye-catching items such as the golden treasure of Tutankhamen, the silver treasure of Psusennes I, the diorite statue of Khafre, and many other things are on view.
From the museum to the Citadel of the Sunni Muslim leader Saladin, 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.

Day 5 : Meidum - Minya

Location: Meidum, Tunah Al Jabal

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Drive from your hotel in Cairo toward Meidum, to visit the first pyramid of Pharaoh Senferu, father of Khufu. From Meidum, you will drive toward Al Minya to Visit Ashmunein and Tuna El-Gabal on the west bank. Then on to your hotel in Al Minya.

Day 6 : Minya - Abydos

Location: Tell el Amarna, Bani Hasan El-Shorouk

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Drive to the tombs of the Middle Kingdom at Bani Hassan, then proceed to Tell Amarna, the City of Akhenaton, where Tutankhamen was born. From Tell Amarna, you will drive to Abydos to overnight there.

Day 7 : Abydos - Dendera - Luxor

Location: Temple of Seti I, Dendera Temple Complex

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Visit the Temple of Seti I, the Osirion, the Temple of Ramses II, and Shunet Ez-Zabib at Abydos. Drive to the Temple of Hathor at Dendera. Then drive to your hotel in Luxor.

Day 8 : Luxor East Bank

Location: Luxor, Karnak, Luxor Temple

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Visit Luxor East Bank which includes the Temple of Karnak, the Luxor Temple, and the Luxor Museum. Back to your hotel for a free evening.

Day 9 : Balloon Ride - Luxor West Bank

Location: Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early wake up for the sunrise balloon ride over the west bank of Luxor (a breakfast box is required). Your balloon will land on the west bank. You will then start your tour to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, Habu Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Back to your hotel for a free evening.

Day 10 : Luxor West Bank 2

Location: Valley of the Queens, Deir el-Medina

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, you will return to the west bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of the Queens, the Valley of the Artisans at Deir El-Madina, Tombs of the Nobles at Sheikh Abdel-Qurna, and the Temple of Ramesseum.
Back to your hotel for a free evening.

Day 11 : Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan

Location: The Temple of Horus at Edfu, Temple of Kom Ombo

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Drive to the most intact temple in Egypt, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, then proceed to the twin Temple of Horus and Sobek at Kom Ombo.
Drive from Kom Ombo to your hotel in Aswan.

Day 12 : Abu Simbel Temples

Location: Abu Simbel Temples

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Drive to the phenomenal Temples of Ramses II, and his beautiful wife Nefertari at Abu Simbel. Drive back to your hotel in Aswan. Free evening.

Day 13 : Aswan Tour - Fly Back To Cairo

Location: Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Visit the Temple of Philae, the High Dam, and the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. Then proceed to Aswan airport to fly back to Cairo. Transfer from Cairo airport to your hotel.

Day 14 : Memphis - Dahshur

Location: Bent Pyramid, Memphis

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Visit the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid of Senferu at Dahshur, then proceed to the Open Air Museum of Memphis, the first capital city of unified Egypt.
Back to your hotel for a free evening.

Day 15 : Fly Home

Location: Cairo International Airport

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to Cairo airport for final departure. It is really sad to leave, so ask our guides about your next adventure in Egypt.

What's Included

  • 1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day

  • Accommodation

    5 and 4-star hotels.

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

  • Entrance Fees

  • Fully Guided

  • Meals – Breakfast Only

  • Meals – Half Board

What's Not Included

  • Country Entry Visas

  • Drinks with Meals

  • International Travel

  • Tipping and Gratuities

Check out our Q&As

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    The minimum number is one person.

  • Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

    Ask your airline.

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes. Children must be accompanied by one adult at least.

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Sure.

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes. All vehicles are tourist air-conditioned.

  • Company Instant Book

    Yes

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    No. The entry visa is not included.

  • How can I obtain my visa to Egypt?

    All travelers entering Egypt must have the appropriate travel documents: a passport with at least 6 months to run and valid visa. Many nationalities for example American, British, etc. can obtain their visas at the Egyptian airports upon arrival. You can also apply for your visa online via this Egyptian government link. https://www.visa2egypt.gov.eg/eVisa/Home

  • What is the maximum group size?

    16 people.

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes, all transfers are included as per the itinerary.

  • Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

    Yes.

  • What is the tipping policy?

    3$ per person per day for the driver. 10$ per person per day for the tour guide.

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    Yes.

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    Domestic flights are included. International flights are not included.

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    Yes.

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    USD

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    Yes, all entrance fees are included.

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Sure.

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    No, just a negative PCR test.

  • Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

    Not sure. Some hotels offer Wi-Fi for free, and some others charge for Wi-Fi.

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    Yes.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes, they are English Speaking tour guides.

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Low and moderate and some tours require high fitness.

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    5-star hotels.

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    Yes as in the price.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    All travelers to Egypt have to produce on the arrival, a Negative PCR certificate NOT older than 72 hours.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes, all the operating hotels and Nile cruises in Egypt meet the local health and safety regulations. All obtained certificates of Safe to operate and work again. These certificates are given by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    No problem changing your holiday dates.

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  • Free Date Changes

    Egypt Best Vacations allows you to make 20 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.

  • Low Deposit

    Egypt Best Vacations requires a minimum deposit of 50% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 25 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of egypt best vacations charges.

    At 100 days before tour starts: Forfeit 0% of booking price.

    At 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 15% of booking price.

    At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

    At 50 days before tour starts: Forfeit 40% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

    At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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