Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan holiday from India

Early morning we proceed to Alexandria, known as Egypt’s jewel on the Mediterranean Sea. When you get there, the refreshing sea breezes and the laid-back atmosphere are equal and opposite to that of Cairo’s fast-paced energies. The first tourist destination is the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa then the history is as follows – Egyptian, Roman, and Greek artwork fills up the labyrinth of tombs. Then, marvel at the towering Pompey's Pillar, a symbol of the city’s storied past.

After that, you will proceed to the Citadel of Qaitbay, one of the famous historical strongest situated in the area that was once the Lighthouse of Alexandria. With its splendid sea scenes and history, it is a great place to learn about the heritage of one of the world’s oldest civilization cities. A true historic landmark, you’ll get a sense of history when you’re strolling along the grounds of this great castle.

And so the tour ends at the modern revival of the Great Library of Alexandria which is the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. It boasts of its modern look and has perhaps one of the best art collections in the world and seeing these within the hall will impress anyone.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast at your Cairo hotel, your accredited Egyptologist guide will accompany you to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where you can explore the intricate details of the world's most extensive collection of Egyptian antiquities. You will also have the opportunity to view the golden masks and coffins of King Tutankhamen.

After spending approximately two hours at the Grand Egyptian Museum, we will embark on our intriguing Islamic Cairo trips by first visiting the Citadel of Saladin. This citadel includes the Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, which was constructed in the 12th century by Mamluk rulers to safeguard Egypt from the Crusaders. Later, King Mohammed Ali of the Ottoman Empire built his renowned mosque inside the fortress in 1830.

As part of our Egypt Classic Tours, we will pause and take you to enjoy a nice lunch before embarking on a journey through Coptic Cairo. After lunch, we will continue our excursion by exploring the remains of an ancient Roman fortress called Babylon, which dates back to the 1st century. Above it, there is an extraordinary church suspended on towers that are locally referred to as the Hanging Church. We will then stroll through narrow alleys that will make you feel like you're walking through the old streets of Jerusalem until we reach the church of St Sergius. This church was blessed by the presence of the Holy Family when they fled to Egypt and stayed in Old Cairo for almost three months. Our Coptic Cairo tour will conclude with a visit to the old Jewish area of Cairo to see the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which was once a Christian church before being sold to a Jewish man.

We will visit Islamic Cairo and take a stroll down El Moez Ledin Ellah Street, the oldest street in Fatimid Cairo, which is renowned for its collection of Islamic art and architecture. Along the way, we will stop at the old Market and see the Al Azhar mosque before taking a break at El Fishawy, the oldest cafe in Khan El Khalili, where you can enjoy a Turkish coffee or a special mango juice.

We will take the car back to the hotel and stay the night in Cairo.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before checking out and preparing for your domestic flight to Luxor. We will pick you up from the lobby and take you to Cairo airport to continue your Egypt tour. Upon arriving in Luxor, our team will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for rest, if possible. If not, we’ll immediately begin exploring Luxor's West Bank, starting with the famous Valley of the Kings, where you'll explore three incredible tombs.

Next, we will visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, also known as the Temple of Deir El Bahari, a stunning structure set against the cliffs. We will then stop at the Colossi of Memnon, the only remaining parts of the mortuary temple of King Amenophis III, which faces the Nile. Afterward, enjoy a gourmet lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your tour on the East Bank of Luxor.

On the East Bank, we’ll explore the Karnak Temple Complex, walking along the Avenue of the Sphinxes and admiring the Hypostyle Hall’s 134 massive columns. You’ll also see the largest standing Obelisk in Egypt, built by Queen Hatshepsut. We’ll visit the Temple of Amun, the Granite Scarab of Amenophis III, and the sacred lake. Our day ends at the magnificent Luxor Temple, and in the evening, you may enjoy the Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple.

At 7:00 in the morning, you will receive the checkout procedures from your hotel. Following that, you will be driven by land from Luxor to Aswan, which will take approximately 3 hours. Once you arrive, you will start sightseeing in Aswan, beginning with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, located 6.5 km south of the Aswan Dam. 

This dam was a significant element in the economic development of the country, as envisioned by the late President Gamal Abdel Nasser. Your tour guide will then lead you to a boat, which will take you to the Philae Temple. The Philae Temple houses monuments from four significant periods in Egypt's history, including the Pharaonic era, the Ptolemaic era, the Roman epoch, and the Christian period. The Temple of Isis, Horus, Hathor, and the Kiosk are among the most notable monuments.

Once the Aswan day tours are completed, you will be treated to a delicious lunch in Aswan, followed by transportation to your hotel in Aswan to check-in.

Overnight in Aswan

Meals included for you: Breakfast and lunch

Once you have finished breakfast, your Egyptologist will collect you from your hotel to explore the Abu Simbel temples, also known as the temples of Ramses II. These magnificent rock-cut temples consist of two enormous structures that were created during Ramses II's reign as a tribute to himself and his cherished spouse. You will return to Aswan by approximately 1:00 pm, at which point you will be transferred to Aswan airport to catch your flight back to Cairo.

Upon your arrival at Cairo airport, you will be greeted by a representative from Cairo Top Tours who will escort you to your hotel in Cairo for check-in and overnight stay.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

Once you have had your final gourmet breakfast at the hotel while touring Egypt, you have the option to partake in one of our day tours in Cairo. Our representative will arrive at the agreed-upon time to take you to Cairo International Airport for your departure.

Meals included: Breakfast