Egypt's Hidden Gems Package (12 Days/11 Nights)
Starting from: 2570 USD / PersonHighlights
● 03 nights in Cairo including breakfast.
● 02 nights in El Minya including breakfast and dinner.
● 01 night in Abydos, Sohag including breakfast and dinner.
● 01 night in Luxor including breakfast and dinner.
● 04 nights on board Nile Cruise including breakfast, lunch and dinner.
About the Activity
Day (01) – Arrival Day – Cairo
Arrival at Cairo International Airport. 2DiscoverEgypt representative will meet and assist you through the immigration and customs formalities area, and then you will be escorted to your Cairo hotel where you will stay the next 03 nights based on bed and breakfast.
Overnight at your hotel in Cairo.
Day (02) – Cairo – Full Day Tour Giza Pyramids, Memphis and Sakkara
After breakfast, meet your English-speaking tour guide and start your memorable day to visit the oldest and the only one to remain largely intact of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; the great Khufu’s (Cheops) pyramid.
Visit the rest of Giza pyramids plateau including Khafre’s pyramid - Khufu's son, the second-largest pyramid on Giza site and Mecernes pyramid the smallest. Followed by a stop at the Sphinx; the huge sculpture of a pharaoh’s head on a lion’s body.
Continue to visit Memphis the ancient capital and current open air museum. Later continue to visit step pyramids of Sakkara which is considered as the first pyramid in Egypt.
Overnight at your hotel in Cairo.
Day (03) – Cairo City Tour Egyptian Museum, Cairo Citadel and Khan El Khalili
Breakfast at the hotel, then start your private full day tour that takes you through the bustling city of Cairo, where you will visit some of its most famous landmarks and historical sites.
Visit the Egyptian Museum, home to an extensive collection of ancient artifacts and treasures, including the stunning treasures of Tutankhamun.
After that discover the Citadel of Salah El Din, one of the most famous Islamic monuments in Cairo, and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali.
You will end the day with a stroll through the bustling Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can shop for souvenirs and experience the vibrant atmosphere of this ancient market. Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by a knowledgeable guide who will provide insights into the fascinating history and culture of Cairo.
Overnight at your hotel in Cairo.
Day (04) – Cairo/Fayoum/El Minya
Check out from Cairo hotel, after that early departure to Fayoum (Approximately 60 km from Cairo). You will visit Lake Qaroun and then proceed to the National park of Wadi Rayan where you will visit the Water Falls, Gabal Al Modawara.
Later, you will head to El Minya and upon arrival, you will be transfered to your hotel in El Minya for 01 night accommodation based on Half Board basis (breakfast & dinner).
Day (05) – El Minya – Day Tour The Necropolis of Tuna El Gabal, Al Ashmunien and Beni Hasan
After breakfast, embark on a tour of El Minya and delve into the wonders of the Necropolis of Tuna El Gabal, Al Ashmunien, and Beni Hasan.
Explore rock-cut tombs adorned with vivid wall paintings that depict ancient Egyptian life and mythology. Uncover the secrets of high-ranking officials and elites buried in these magnificent tombs.
Visit the Ashmunein Temple in Al Ashmunien, dedicated to the god Thoth, and marvel at its grandeur. Immerse yourself in the historical and cultural richness of El Minya as you discover hidden treasures and gain insights into the fascinating world of ancient Egypt.
Overnight at your hotel in Minya.
Day (06) – El Minya/Abydos – Day Tour Tell Al Amarna, Assuit city, Al Muharraq Monastery and Meir Village
After breakfast, you will visit Tell Al Amarna, the capital of Akhnaton, exploring the city, northern and southern tombs, palace ruins, and temples.
Next, head to Assuit to see Al Muharraq Monastery, where the Holy Family stayed for 6 months. Then, visit Meir Village, an ancient cemetery for the nomarchs of Cusae, and explore the rock-cut tombs and the common folk cemetery.
Finally, you will be driven to Abydos for 01 night accommodation based on Half Board (breakfast & dinner), completing your captivating journey through Egypt's historical sites.
Overnight at your hotel in Abydos.
Day (07) – Abydos/Dandara & Luxor
Visit Fortress Shonet El Zebeeb, the oldest known building in history, followed by the magnificent Temple of Seti I. This temple is renowned for its stunning reliefs, including the Abydos King List, showcasing the names of ancient Egyptian pharaohs.
After a delightful lunch, you'll proceed to the Dandara Temple complex, where you'll explore the beautiful Hathor Temple, adorned with astronomical drawings and a replica of the Egyptian Zodiac. Don't miss the intriguing crypts within the temple. Concluding your day, you will travel to the enchanting city of Luxor for 01 night accommodation based on Bed and Breakfast, continuing your Egyptian adventure.
Overnight at your hotel in Luxor.
Day (08) – Embarking your Nile Cruise in Luxor
Check out from your hotel in Luxor, then transfer to your Nile Cruise for 04 nights accommodation based on 04 nights accommodation based on Full Board (breakfast, lunch & dinner).
PM: Lunch on board
PM: Visit the East Bank - Karnak & Luxor Temples
PM: Evening entertainment at the Lounge
PM: Dinner on board
Overnight in Luxor
Day (09) – Visiting West Bank & Sailing to Edfu
AM: Breakfast on board
AM: Visit the West Bank - Valley of the Kings & Queens and Hatshepsut Temple
Sail to Esna at noon
PM: Lunch on board
PM: Sunset snacks
PM: Cocktail reception
PM: Dinner on board
Overnight in Esna
Day (10) – Visiting West Bank & Sailing to Edfu
AM: Breakfast on board and Sail to Edfu
AM: Visit Edfu Temple after that Sail to Kom Ombo
PM: Lunch on board and Pass by the Silsila Hills
PM: Visit Kom Ombo Temple and Dinner
Sail to Aswan & overnight at Aswan
Day (11) – Sightseeing in Aswan
AM: Breakfast on board
AM: Visit the Unfinished Obelisk & the Philae Temple
PM: Lunch on board
PM: Sail on the Nile by Felucca around Kitchener’s Island & Agha Khan
PM: Evening entertainment
PM: Dinner on board
Overnight in Aswan
Day (12) – Aswan/Cairo – Departure Day
Check out after breakfast, then transfer to Aswan airport for your domestic flight to Cairo where you will take your international flight.
Package Includes
✓ Meet and assist upon arrival and departure at Cairo International Airport.
✓ All sightseeing throughout including the entrance fees and private licensed English-speaking tour guide.
✓ All sightseeing tours on the Cruise sharing Cruise group.
✓ All transfers and ground transportation by A/C vehicles as stated in the program.
✓ 03 nights accommodation in Cairo (4* Hotel) based on Bed and Breakfast.
✓ 02 nights accommodation in El Minya based on Half Board.
✓ 01 night accommodation in Abydos based on Half Board.
✓ 01 night accommodation in Luxor (5* Hotel) based on Bed and Breakfast.
✓ 04 nights Nile Cruise (5* Standard) based on Full Board basis (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
✓ Flight from Aswan to Cairo.
✓ All applicable service charge.
Package Excludes
✘ International flight ticket.
✘ Egypt Entry visa.
✘ Any optional tours.
✘ Personal expenses such as drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
✘ Any extras not mentioned above.
Terms and Conditions
● Package rate per person based on double occupancy.
● Package rate is valid for Non-Egyptian.
● Other hotel categories are available upon request.
● All rates are based on current tax and subject to change, in case of any increase applied by the government.