Spiritual tour package of Egypt

After breakfast, discover the magic of the Great Pyramid and explore the famous Giza pyramids area and the Sphinx. You will start visiting the symbol of eternity and the only wonder that still survives among the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu). It is certainly one of the most important monuments of ancient Egypt. A masterpiece of fabricated structure and architecture, you will be overwhelmed by the huge size of its blocks, the height, and the age that exceeded 4,600 years. This unforgettable experience is a highlight of your 14-Day Spiritual Egypt tour package.

While you stare at this great monument, your guide will explain fully the history of the area including the other pyramids, of Chephren and Mycerinus, answer all your questions, and give you free time for photography. You will have the chance to take pictures of the area including all the pyramids from the panorama area.

You will spend a long time in the area so that you can have enough time to enter the chamber of the Great Pyramid. We will do a private visit to the Osirian shaft, located under the causeway of the second pyramid. From inside the Valley Temple, we will enter a shortcut to the Sphinx. Moving to the Sphinx area, you will spend some time exploring this monolith statue, which symbolizes the power and wisdom of the pharaoh, as it was carved with a lion's body and the head of the pharaoh. Next to the Sphinx area, you will visit the Valley Temple where you will learn about mummification in ancient Egypt as part of your Spiritual tour package. After lunch, we will have the chance to visit one of the local essential oil centers.

Fly to Suhag for, after arrival, we drive to Abydos (about one hour). Abydos in Middle Egypt is an ancient holy place and burial ground of the rulers of the late prehistoric proto-kingdom, as well as the first attested kings of the politically unified Egyptian state. Buildings constituting the settlement area in northern Abydos dating back to Predynastic times have been found around Kom es-Sultan, while recent excavators have found an Old Kingdom residential area to the south-east which contains a street of mudbrick houses with courtyards and a faience workshop with its kilns. Abydos is home to " The Cult of Osiris" the god of the dead. It is said the head of Osiris was buried at the site after he was murdered by his brother. At the end of the Spiritual tour in Egypt, you will stay the night at a hotel in Suhag.

After breakfast, we will drive to Dendera city where you can visit the Temple of Hathor. The approach path to the Temple of Hathor is between two Roman fountains that end at the massive entry gate. Hathor was the goddess of pleasure and love and was generally shown as a cow, or a woman with a cow's head. The enclosure walls are mud-brick and date to the Roman era. Within the walls are the temple, two birth houses, a Coptic Basilica, a sanitarium, a sacred lake, and the Temple of the Birth of Isis. The temple has a long history with evidence that Pepi I (Old Kingdom) rebuilt the temple, while other texts refer to reconditioning by Thutmose III, Amenhotep III, and Rameses II and III (New Kingdom). Additions were made during the Greek, Roman, and Ptolemy periods. The carvings on the ceiling of the Hathor temple, according to many scholars, represent the cosmos.

This visit is a highlight of your 14-Day Spiritual Egypt tour package, combining ancient history, spiritual heritage, and cultural immersion. Afterward, drive back to Luxor for lunch by the Nile, and in the afternoon, visit the Luxor Temple.

Overnight: Hotel in Luxor | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• After breakfast, we will cross the Nile River to the West Bank, where you will visit the necropolis of the ancient city of Thebes. Arriving at the Valley of the Kings, the burial place of the kings of Thebes (ancient Luxor), you will have a brief stop at the visitors center. Guides are not permitted inside the tombs but your guide will explain what to look for inside the richly decorated rooms.
• Next you will visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, one of the most striking monuments in Egypt. Your guide will introduce you to the history of the temple and the story of Queen Hatshepsut the famous female ruler who posed as a male to gain the throne. Enjoy free time to explore at your leisure as you wander the large courtyards and admire the intricate hieroglyphic decorations. On the way back to Luxor, there will be a brief photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, remnants of the funerary temple of Amenhotep III. You will also have the opportunity to visit an alabaster factory and purchase genuine items if you wish.
• This fascinating day is part of your Spiritual Egypt tour package, combining ancient history, royal heritage, and immersive cultural experiences. After the tour, you will be driven back to the Nile cruise for drop-off.

On entering the Temples of Karnak, you will see each legacy left by the various pharaohs as the complex grew even larger. The deeper you go into the complex, the further back in time you will travel, with the oldest ruins dating back over 3,000 years. You will walk through the Great Court into the Great Hypostyle Hall; it is hard not to be overwhelmed by the 134 columns towering above you like an ancient forest. At the rear of the complex, you will find the sacred lake where centuries ago pharaohs and their offerings to the gods were purified.

This remarkable visit is a highlight of your Spiritual tour in Egypt, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and spiritual heritage. After touring the complex, you will have additional free time to explore at leisure before driving back to the boat for sailing.

• We will visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, one of the unique temples of Egypt. The temple was dedicated to two Egyptian deities: Horus with the falcon head and Sobek, with the crocodile head. The structure contains two separate entrances which serve as access points to each god and it stands on a raised platform which provides all visitors with an exceptional Nile River panorama.
• This remarkable experience is part of your Spiritual tour in Egypt, combining Egypt rich history, spiritual heritage and breathtaking landscapes. The tour concludes with our departure to Aswan via continuing our sailing journey.

Philae Temple was carefully moved to its current location (around 500 meters from the original site) when the construction of the High Dam caused surrounding Nile waters to rise. A short motorboat ride takes you to the island, where your guide will take you on a walking tour through the temple before allowing you free time to explore further on your own. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, Philae Temple has a beautiful setting on an island in the river, which has been landscaped to match its original site. Its various shrines and sanctuaries celebrate the deities involved in the myth of Isis and Osiris.

This visit is a highlight of your Egypt Spiritual tour package, offering an immersive experience of Egypt’s ancient religious heritage. Afterwards continue to the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries of Aswan, where much of the red granite used for ancient temples and colossi came from. The Unfinished Obelisk still lies where it was carved after a crack was discovered during extraction. Your qualified Egyptologist guide will explain how the obelisk was carved and why it was ultimately abandoned.

Check out from the cruise and drive to Abu Simbel. The name refers to two massive rock temples (the Great Temple of Ramses II and the smaller Temple of Hathor) in Abu Simbel in Nubia, southern Egypt, on the western bank of Lake Nasser, about 230 km southwest of Aswan. The complex is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Nubian Monuments," which runs from Abu Simbel downriver to Philae (near Aswan). The twin temples were originally carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II in the 13th century BC, as a lasting monument to himself and his queen Nefertari, to commemorate his alleged victory at the Battle of Kadesh, and to intimidate his Nubian neighbors.

The temples were relocated in 1968 onto an artificial hill made from a domed structure, high above the Aswan High Dam reservoir, to prevent them from being submerged by Lake Nasser. This remarkable experience is a highlight of your Spiritual tour package of Egypt, offering an unforgettable encounter with Egypt’s ancient grandeur and religious heritage. Abu Simbel remains one of Egypt's top tourist attractions.

Overnight: Hotel in Aswan | Meals: Breakfast

• Fly to Cairo. The Grand Egyptian Museum is the largest in the world. We will take you on a 4-hour guided tour to explore the treasures of the museum. Look at the amazing monuments and artifacts in its different halls as your Egyptologist guide highlights the most significant pieces. Although the museum houses tens of thousands of artifacts, the guide will focus on the highlights and masterpieces, ensuring a memorable experience.
• One of the tour highlights is the visit to the Tutankhamen Wing on the first floor, where you can see his extraordinary collection of historically important artwork. The museum exhibits its collection of gold treasures which includes important sculptures and furniture items and gold statues throughout a wide area of the museum. The museum begins with a guided tour which then allows visitors to explore the museum at their preferred speed.
• The 14 day Spiritual tour package of Egypt includes this visit as a vital experience which connects ancient Egyptian history with spiritual traditions and important cultural sites. The tour will end with your return to the hotel.

• Spiritual tour package of Egypt continues as you drive to Alexandria (a 3-hour drive) and enjoy the beautiful coastal city. The second-largest city in Egypt, Alexandria has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern and is famous for its Roman remains. Alexandria was founded by Alexander the Great in 312 B.C. and was the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt.
• Your first stop in this historic city is the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, which is a Roman burial site that reveals the merging of Egyptian and Roman art and architecture. Descend below ground to visit the tomb and Caracalla Hall. Back above ground, continue to Pompey’s Pillar, an 82-foot (25-meter) granite column built to honor Emperor Diocletian, who freed the besieged city and brought food to its starving people. After lunch, you will visit the famous Alexandria Library. In contrast to the ancient architecture found throughout Egypt, this Norwegian-designed building is a striking piece of modern design. A copy of every book published in the world is kept in the library, making it one of the great literary sites in the world. The library also houses several exhibitions relating to the history of Egypt and a display of rare antique books (for an additional cost). After the conclusion of your tour, you will return to Cairo, completing another memorable day of your Spiritual tour in Egypt.

• continues the Spiritual tour with a visit to Sakkara, the main necropolis of the Old Kingdom era. It is a great archaeological site where the famous and multi-titled architect Imhotep built the oldest pyramid in Egypt. The first stone structure, dating back 4,800 years, was erected in the form of huge solid steps placed on top of each other—hence the suitable name, the Step Pyramid. Within the complex, you will learn about the development of the royal tomb structure and the evolution of pyramid construction.
• You will visit the tombs of the nobles, including the tomb of Kagmini, to see murals reflecting daily life activities in ancient Egypt. Moreover, you will have the chance to enter the Pyramid of Teti, where you can see the oldest form of the pyramid texts carved on the chamber walls, dating back around 4,340 years.
• Next, stop at Dahshour, an archaeological site located about five miles from Sakkara. There are three pyramids in this less-visited area: the Bent Pyramid and the Red (North) Pyramid, both belonging to Pharaoh Snefru, founder of the 4th Dynasty, while the third pyramid belongs to his wife, Queen Hetepheres.
• Here, you will visit the Bent Pyramid, which was the first attempt to develop the shape of the Step Pyramids. This pyramid is fascinating with its unique two-level form and well-preserved smooth casing layer. Walk around the pyramid and view the small pyramid of the queen. Then continue to the Red Pyramid, the first true and complete pyramid in ancient Egypt. You will learn more about the development of royal tomb architecture during the Old Kingdom and have the opportunity to enter the chamber, experiencing the narrow passage that leads inside.
• At the end of the tour drive back to your hotel, concluding another enriching day of your 14-day Spiritual tour package of Egypt.

• As part of your 14 day Spiritual tour package of Egypt, explore the oasis of Fayoum, located 48 miles (80 kilometers) south of Cairo. Visitors who choose this private day tour will experience a completely different atmosphere away from the capital. Enjoy the beautiful agricultural landscape and the charm of rural life, one of the most pleasant aspects of Al Fayoum.
• Your first destination will be Lake Moris, as the Greeks called it, now known as Lake Qarun by Arabs. The lake is expansive and, while not primarily a swimming destination, its scenic setting on the edge of the desert is truly refreshing. You may even rent a rowing boat to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Today, the lake is recognized as an important bird area where thousands of migratory birds rest during their winter migration, including large numbers of flamingos.
• Afterward drive to the popular waterfalls of Wadi El Rayan. The waterfalls flow into the lake which creates a beautiful view of the landscape. Your tour guide will accompany you throughout the excursion which he will use to explain the history and significance of each location you visit; making this day another memorable highlight of your Spiritual tour in Egypt.

Transfer to the airport for your flight home, marking the end of your unforgettable journey through Egypt. We hope your experiences and memories from the 14 day Spiritual tour package of Egypt stay with you for a lifetime, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.