Sightseeing Egypt Basic Attractions In A Week

As part of your Egypt budget tour, after breakfast at the hotel, step back in time to the days of ancient Egypt on a fantastic tour of the three pyramids of the Giza plateau. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World, built by rulers of the 4th Dynasty: Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus. Then proceed to visit the Sphinx and the Granite Temple belonging to King Chephren. Thereafter, drive to Memphis & Sakkara, one of the most exciting historical and archaeological areas in all of Egypt.

Visit the Step Pyramids of Sakkara, the world’s oldest major stone structure, built in the Third Dynasty for King Djoser. Continue to the Necropolis of Sakkara and explore one of the Mastabas of the Nobles, where Egyptian daily life activities are depicted on the walls. Then proceed to Memphis, founded by King Narmer, the first capital of the Ancient Kingdom of Upper and Lower Egypt.

Stop to see the Alabaster Sphinx and the remaining two colossal statues of Ramses II. (Optional) Enjoy the Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids, completing your 7 day Egypt tour package to Cairo & Luxor.

After breakfast at the hotel your Cheap Egypt tour will take you to the Grand Egyptian Museum, which displays more than 165000 exceptional Egyptian artifacts. Among its highlights the museum displays the stunning treasures of Tutankhamun which contain his famous solid gold death mask and various royal jewelry pieces and exquisitely crafted burial objects.

Continuing to the ancient sites and culture of Coptic Christians, visit Abu Serga where the Holy Family sought refuge and Ben Ezra one of the oldest synagogues in Cairo, learning about Christian life in Egypt. In addition, discover the Citadel of Salah el-Din, home to the Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, and enjoy free time at Khan el Khalili Bazaar to stroll through its maze of streets. Transfer to Giza train station for departure to Luxor by sleeper train, and overnight on board, completing your 7-day Egypt tour package to Cairo & Luxor.

Breakfast on board the train, and then you will be met and assisted by our representative who will transfer you to check in at your hotel in Luxor. Afterward, explore the West Bank of the River Nile, starting with the two colossal statues, the Colossi of Memnon. Continue to the Valley of the Kings, home to the magnificent tombs of ancient pharaohs, and then visit the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, dedicated to Egypt’s only female pharaoh. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Luxor. Optionally, enjoy the sound and light show at the Temple of Karnak. This day is a highlight of your 7-day Egypt budget tour.

After breakfast your guide will take you to visit Karnak Temple, the largest place of worship ever built, known in ancient times as “Ipet,” meaning “the most sacred of places.” This vast complex of temples was constructed over more than two thousand years by successive pharaohs. Explore the magnificent Hypostyle Hall, an awe-inspiring forest of giant pillars. Afterwards continue to Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II, dedicated to the god Amun and used for ritual and festival ceremonies. In the evening, transfer to Luxor train terminal for the sleeper train back to Cairo, including dinner and overnight on board, completing your 7 Days Egypt Tour Package.

After breakfast at the hotel, travel in a modern air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria to explore its historic treasures as part of your 7-day Egypt tour package. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, dating back to the early Roman period and discovered in 1900 after 12 years of searching. Continue to Qaitbay Citadel, located at the entrance of Alexandria’s eastern harbor, the historic site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria. Enjoy a view of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina from outside, capturing the grandeur of this modern cultural landmark. Afterwards, return to your hotel in Cairo. (Optional tour: Cairo Nights with an Egyptian Cultural Dinner Nile Cruise and Show).

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your final departure, completing your unforgettable 7-day Egypt tour package to Cairo and Luxor.