Best of Egypt

9 Days Journey | From $3,145

9 Days | 8 Nights

Best of Egypt

From 3,145 USD

Best of Egypt

Awaken your inner explorer on this expedition through the lush river valleys and golden desert landscapes of Egypt. Cruise the Nile past the pharaonic temples of Luxor to the Nubian treasures of Aswan. Your voyage will also take you to the mystical Pyramids of Giza, Tomb of the Nobles and the Sphinx.

Travel & Accommodation

9 days, 1 country and 7 cities

8 nights accommodation

Meals

8 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners

Trip Map & Itinerary

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Day by day itinerary

9 days journey - Cairo

Day 1

Welcome to Cairo

Cairo

Details

Welcome to Cairo, Egypt’s dynamic capital and the start of your journey through the land of the Pharaohs. After your airport transfer, take time to unwind and get settled. Later, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers over a drink. It’s your first chance to connect and get a feel for this extraordinary city.

Welcome Meet your Travel Director at 7pm

Accommodation Hilton Cairo Heliopolis

Activities & Experiences

OPTIONAL

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

Designed for those visitors with extra pre or post trip nights in Cairo or if flight arrives before midday on Day 1. Located in Old Cairo, visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) to see the 22 royal mummies and over 1500 artefacts on display.

Day 2

Fly to Luxor and Embark on Your Nile Cruise

Cairo->Luxor

Details

Early this morning you'll meet your Travel Director and fly to Luxor and connect with the remnants of ancient Thebes during a visit to the Temple of Amun and the imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your cruise ship in time for lunch, then visit the Luxor Museum before returning to your cruise ship for dinner.

Accommodation Nile Cruise

Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

fly to Luxor

Activities & Experiences

INCLUDED

Ancient Thebes Tour

Visit the Temple of Amun and the formidable Avenue of the Sphinxes where you can discover the remnants of ancient Thebes.

INCLUDED

Nile Cruise

Nile cruises emerged in the early 19th century as travellers sought to explore Egypt's ancient wonders by boat. The Nile has always played a crucial role in Egyptian life from the transportation of goods

INCLUDED

Visit Luxor Museum

Spend the day discovering the wonders of the Luxor Museum.

Day 3

A Day to Explore the Valley of the Kings

Luxor

Details

Journey to the final resting place of Egypt’s Pharaohs, immersing yourself in the ancient history of Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest bite to eat of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea in the archaeological paradise that is Luxor's West Bank.

Accommodation Nile Cruise

Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities & Experiences

INCLUDED

Visit the Valley of the Kings

Discover the ancient history behind the final resting place of Egypt's Pharaohs and Queen Hatshepsut's Temple at the Valley of the Kings.

INCLUDED

Enjoy Warm Mint Tea and Freshly Baked Local Bread with The El Boerey Family in a Luxor Village

njoy an exclusive Be My Guest encounter on the banks of the Nile where your hosts, the El Boerey family, will share their stories about family life in a typical Luxor village

Day 4

Journey to Ancient Kom Ombo

Luxor->Edfu->Kom Ombo

Details

Sail upstream to Kom Ombo, where life remains much as it was a thousand years ago. Standing at the threshold of the imposing Temple of Kom Ombo on the banks of the Nile, you’ll imagine visitors over the centuries arriving to pay homage to the gods Horus the Elder and Sobek. Tour the Temple and learn about its ‘double’ and perfectly symmetrical design for the duo, one side dedicated to the crocodile god, the other to the falcon god. After a captivating encounter with the ancients, enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on our cruise boat. Watching the sun set over the shimmering Nile, don your galabeas and toast to legends of the past and new friends.

Accommodation Nile Cruise

Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Sail upstream

Activities & Experiences

INCLUDED

Kom Ombo Tour

Discover the temple of Kom Ombo and discover the wonders of the duo gods Horus the Elder and Sobek.

Day 5

Onwards to Aswan

Kom Ombo->Aswan

Details

Set sail on a traditional felucca across the mighty Nile to voyage around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. On arrival explore the Aswan Dam, built to curb the periodic flooding of the Nile. Our next stop is the Temple of Isis, followed by a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, lying semi-carved in the solid bedrock.

Accommodation Nile Cruise

AccommodationNile Cruise

sail on a traditional felucca

Activities & Experiences

INCLUDED

Visit the Temple of Isis

Enjoy a day filled of wonder at the Temple of Isis.

OPTIONAL

Life on the Nile

A chance to get up close with the wildlife of the world’s most famous rivers. Learn from your local Nubian expert how the Nile has been the centre of life for ancient civilisations and local wildlife as you travel by boat around the islands of First Cataract.

OPTIONAL

Philae Temple Sound And Light Performance

Join us for a short boat ride to Philae Island, located between the old and new Aswan Dams, where you’ll have a short tour. Afterwards, take your seat in a Roman-style theatre for a retelling of the perennial Nile flood, and of the goddesses Isis and Hathor, to whom the temple was originally dedicated. Duration: approximately 50 minutes. Prices are in USD.

Day 6

Disembark and Fly to Cairo

Aswan->Aswan->Cairo

Details

Enjoy a morning at leisure, or perhaps join a once-in-a-lifetime Optional Experience to Abu Simbel, carved into a solid rock cliff in Egypt’s Nubian Valley. As you approach the Great Temple, marvel at the four-seated colossi on either side of the entrance and the elaborate engravings depicting great victories and tributes to the gods. Later this afternoon, fly back to Cairo.

Accommodation Ramses Hilton Cairo

Included Meals Breakfast

Activities & Experiences

OPTIONAL

Abu Simbel Adventure

This four-hour excursion includes a flight to Abu Simbel, site of the Temple of Ramses II with his four great statues. You’ll also see statues of Queen Nefertari on the facade of the Temple of Hathor. Approximately 75 minutes will be spent at Abu Simbel, with the remainder will be travel time. Prices are in USD.

Day 7

Discover Colourful Cairo

Cairo

Details

Take in sweeping views over Cairo from the site of the old Citadel before heading inside the Alabaster Mosque. With its elegant domes and Ottoman design, this landmark built by Muhammad Ali Pasha is one of Egypt’s most iconic. Then step inside the Hanging Church of St. Mary, one of the oldest Coptic churches in the country, built over the ruins of a Roman fortress.

Accommodation Ramses Hilton Cairo

Included Meals Breakfast

Activities & Experiences

INCLUDED

Cairo City Tour

Spend your day enjoying the sights of the Hanging Church of St. Mary or embark on a journey to see the ancient Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque.

INCLUDED

Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum

See Tutankhamun’s treasures on full display at the Grand Egyptian Museum — from gilded beds and chariots to his iconic golden mask. Join an Egyptologist to explore over 100,000 ancient artefacts

OPTIONAL

Dinner, Belly Dancing and Nile Cruise

Join us for a two hour cruise along the Nile river on a luxurious ship. You’ll be treated to dinner on board and be entertained by a captivating belly dancing show. Prices are in USD.

Day 8

Admire the Wonders of Giza

Cairo->Giza->Cairo

Details

The Great Pyramids of Giza beckon today and you have an opportunity to embark on a soul-stirring encounter with its treasures – the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Be mesmerised by the intricate art of Egyptian carpet weaving as you meet the skilled artisans of a local weaving school during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.

Accommodation Ramses Hilton Cairo

Included Meals Breakfast

Activities & Experiences

INCLUDED

Great Pyramids of Giza Tour

Enjoy a day gazing at the Great Pyramids of Giza and its treasures - the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the Colossus of Rames II.

INCLUDED

Carpet Weaving Workshop

Be mesmerised by the intricate art of Egyptian carpet weaving as you meet the skilled artisans of a local weaving school. This ancient and traditional Egyptian craft is one of the oldest in the country, and only few schools have been safeguarding the traditional weaving methods on wooden looms, using silk and cotton, and natural dyes.

Day 9

Farewell Cairo

Details

Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell to newfound friends.

Back to Cairo

Activities & Experiences

OPTIONAL

Full Day Alexandria (Designed For Those Visitors With Extra Pre Or Post Trip Nights In Cairo)

Visit Egypt's second city, Alexandria, where you'll see its 19th-century architecture and stop at the National Museum, the Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa and Pompey's Pillar. Enjoy great views from Fort Qaitbey, and stop at the Roman Theatre with its marble seating before returning to Cairo. Prices are in USD.

Day by day itinerary

Cairo

Duration 9 Days

Starting From

USD 3,145

About Us

Over 15 Years of Expertise in Egypt Tourism

Welcome to Paradise Triangle Tours, your gateway to Egypt’s rich history and captivating charm!

We are an Egyptian travel company founded out of a *passion* for uncovering the treasures of our ancient land and sharing them with visitors from all over the world.

Our mission is to curate an exceptional journey for our guests from the United States of America to Cairo, the capital of Pharaonic civilization, and then take them on an enchanting tour across the Arab Republic of Egypt to discover magnificent antiquities, breathtaking natural wonders, and rich culture.

Cultural tours to discover Pharaonic antiquities such as the Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Karnak Temple, and the Valley of the Kings.

Nature tours to enjoy the beauty of the North Coast, the Red Sea, and the Siwa Oasis.

Family tours designed specifically to meet the needs of families with children.

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