9 Days Egypt Historical Journey – From Cairo to Aswan

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9 Days Egypt Historical Journey – From Cairo to Aswan

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9 Days

Places

8 Cities

Aswan

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Egypt Tours Company invites travelers to experience ancient wonders through this comprehensive 9 Days Egypt Historical Journey covering Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. This Egypt Historical Packages adventure combines UNESCO heritage sites, Nile cruising, and expert-guided exploration of pharaonic civilization.

What Makes This Historical Tour Program Unique?

Duration and structure

9-day Egypt historical journey
Mix of land exploration and Nile cruising
Travel between Luxor and Aswan
Balanced sightseeing with comfortable travel pace

Exclusive guidance

Egypt Tours Company provides exclusive access to Egyptologist guides
Guides offer expert commentary and bring ancient stories to life

Route and scope

Carefully designed itinerary visiting eight major locations in Egypt’s historical heartland

Highlights of destinations

Iconic landmark: Pyramids of Giza
Lesser-known site: Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan
Each destination showcases different aspects of ancient Egypt

Focus areas

From Old Kingdom pyramid engineering to New Kingdom temple architecture

Overall takeaway

A comprehensive, immersive experience that blends famous sites with hidden gems, guided by knowledgeable Egyptologists.

9 Day Egypt Tours

Country

Egypt
Cities

Aswan, Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Edfu,
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Itineraries

Day 1 - 1 Day Day 1: Cairo Arrival and Welcome

Egypt Tours Company representatives greet arrivals at Cairo International Airport with personalized meet-and-assist service. Transfer to 5-star hotel accommodation in Cairo for check-in and orientation briefing. Evening at leisure to rest after international travel or explore nearby areas independently. This initial day in Cairo, Egypt allows travelers to acclimate before beginning the full touring program.

Activities

Airport Transfer Hotel Drop-off check-in

Day 2 - 1 Day Day 2: Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum Exploration

Morning departure to the Giza Plateau to witness the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Pyramid of Khafre, and Pyramid of Menkaure. The Great Sphinx and Valley Temple complete the Giza Necropolis tour with expert Egyptologist narration. Afternoon visit to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square houses over 120,000 artifacts including King Tutankhamun's golden treasures. This comprehensive day in Cairo and Giza, Egypt spans 6-7 hours of guided exploration covering Old Kingdom monuments and museum collections.

Activities

Egyptian Museum Pyramids Visit Sphinx Visit Valley Temple

Day 3 - 1 Day Day 3: Cairo Historical and Coptic Heritage

Tour begins with exploration of Old Cairo's religious monuments including the Hanging Church and ancient mosques. Visit to Saladin Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque offers panoramic city views and Mamluk architecture. Afternoon shopping experience at Khan El Khalili Bazaar provides authentic Egyptian souvenirs and cultural immersion. This day in Cairo, Egypt focuses on medieval Islamic heritage and Coptic Christian sites spanning 5-6 hours.

Activities

Citadel of Saladin Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque Coptic Cairo Hanging Church Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Day 4 - 1 Day Day 4: Flight to Luxor and East Bank Temples

Morning flight from Cairo to Luxor marks transition to Upper Egypt's temple complexes. Check-in aboard 5-star Nile cruise vessel followed by lunch on deck. Afternoon guided tour of Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever constructed. Evening visit to Luxor Temple illuminated after sunset creates magical atmosphere. This day in Luxor, Egypt includes 4-5 hours of temple exploration with two major historical sites.

Activities

Temple Lunch Karnak Temple Visit Nile Cruising

Day 5 - 1 Day Day 5: Luxor West Bank Valley of the Kings

Early morning crossing to Luxor's West Bank for Valley of the Kings exploration featuring royal tombs. Visit includes three decorated tombs with optional entry to King Tutankhamun's burial chamber. Tour continues to Queen Hatshepsut's Temple at Deir el-Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to cruise ship for lunch and afternoon sailing toward Edfu. This day in Luxor, Egypt provides 5-6 hours exploring New Kingdom mortuary monuments.

Activities

Valley of the Kings Hatshepsut Temple Colossi of Memnon Sailing West Bank Tour

Day 6 - 1 Day Day 6: Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple Visits

Morning docking at Edfu for horse-drawn carriage ride to the Temple of Horus, Egypt's best-preserved temple. The Ptolemaic structure features complete pylons, hypostyle hall, and sanctuary chambers. Afternoon sailing to Kom Ombo for sunset visit to the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Evening relaxation on sun deck while cruising toward Aswan. This day spans Edfu and Kom Ombo, Egypt with 4-5 hours of temple touring during the sailing journey.

Activities

Temple Edfu Temple Kom Ombo Temple Sailing

Day 7 - 1 Day Day 7: Aswan Monuments and Nubian Heritage

Morning disembarkation in Aswan followed by visit to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. The relocated Ptolemaic temple dedicated to Isis showcases stunning island setting and intricate reliefs. Tour continues to Aswan High Dam, the modern engineering marvel completed in 1970. Final stop at the Unfinished Obelisk reveals ancient quarrying techniques from Queen Hatshepsut's era. This comprehensive day in Aswan, Egypt includes 5-6 hours exploring three major historical and engineering sites.

Activities

Hatshepsut Temple Philae Temple High Dam Unfinished Obelisk

Day 8 - 1 Day

Optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel temples features Ramses II's colossal rock-cut monuments. The 280-kilometer journey showcases four seated colossi and the temple's solar alignment phenomenon. Alternative option includes leisurely Aswan morning with felucca sailing or Nubian village visit. Afternoon flight from Aswan to Cairo with evening hotel check-in. This flexible day accommodates individual preferences in Aswan and Cairo, Egypt with optional 8-hour Abu Simbel excursion.

Activities

Felucca Sailing Hotel Drop-off Abu Simbel Temple check-in

Day 9 - 1 Day Day 9: Cairo Departure

Final breakfast at hotel followed by optional last-minute shopping or sightseeing based on flight timing. Egypt Tours Company provides transfer to Cairo International Airport for departure formalities. Journey concludes with memories of nine days exploring Egypt's historical treasures from Cairo to Aswan.

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