Pyramids, Luxor, Siwa Oasis, and More, 16-Day Budget Egypt Desert and Oasis Adventure

Welcome to Cairo, Egypt.
Upon your arrival in Cairo, our representative will meet you outside the airport and assist you in transferring to your hotel for check-in and an overnight stay in Cairo.

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle to explore the following:

• Giza Pyramids (The Great Pyramid of Khufu, The Pyramid of Khafre, The Pyramid of Menkaure)
  One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (and the only one still in existence).
  • The Great Pyramid of Khufu
    Built around 2560 BC as the tomb for Pharaoh Khufu, construction took about 20 years.
  • Pyramid of Khafre
    Built by Pharaoh Khafre, it is slightly smaller than the Great Pyramid, located on an area of 215 square meters. It still retains part of its external casing at the top.
  • Pyramid of Menkaure
    The smallest of the three main pyramids in the Giza complex, built for Pharaoh Menkaure.
• The Great Sphinx
  Known as “Abu Al Hol” (Father of Terror), this monumental sculpture of a lion’s body with a human head was carved during the reign of Khafre, probably to depict his likeness.
• The Valley Temple of Khafre
  Constructed for mummifying the king’s body after death, this temple is attached to the Great Sphinx.
• Step Pyramid
  Known as the “Step Pyramid,” this pyramid is located in Saqqara and was built for King Djoser. It is made up of six mastabas, with galleries and wells that were used for royal mummification.
• Egyptian Museum
  The oldest museum dedicated to Egyptian culture, housing many statues of kings like Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, the builders of the Giza Pyramids.
• After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
• Overnight in Cairo
  Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle to visit:

• Salah El Din Citadel and Muhammad Ali Mosque
  Built by Salah El Din in 1176 AD, this was the center of Egyptian rulers for 700 years. The mosque, also known as the Alabaster Mosque, was built by Muhammad Ali in 1848.
• Ibn Tulun Mosque
  Famous for its spiral minaret and arcades, Ibn Tulun is one of the oldest surviving Islamic monuments in Cairo.
• Coptic Cairo
  Visit the Hanging Church, the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga), built on the site where the Holy Family is believed to have rested during their flight to Egypt.
• Khan El Khalili Bazaar
  One of the oldest markets in Cairo, it’s the perfect place to buy souvenirs and replicas of Ancient Egyptian artifacts.
• After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
• Overnight in Cairo
  Meals: Breakfast

After enjoying breakfast, our representative will transfer you from your hotel to Fayoum in an air-conditioned vehicle for the following:

• Visit the Rayan Call (lakes and waterfalls) and the Magic Lake.
• Explore Whale Valley and its museum, then visit Tunis Village.
• After lunch, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.
• Overnight in Cairo
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

In the morning (around 7:00 AM), after breakfast, check out from your hotel, and your driver will pick you up for the journey to Siwa.

• Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in, followed by a rest. You can then take a walking tour of the Siwa Market for souvenirs.
• Visit the Shali Citadel, and then you will be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.
• Overnight in Siwa
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, your Bedouin guide will pick you up in an air-conditioned vehicle to explore the following:

• Salt Lakes: The Siwa Salt Lakes are known for their crystal-clear, mineral-rich waters believed to have therapeutic properties. Take a dip and enjoy the serene surroundings.
• Mountain of the Dead (Gebel Al-Mawta): Explore this fascinating ancient necropolis, which is home to hundreds of tombs dating back to the 26th Dynasty. Admire the well-preserved paintings and inscriptions that tell stories of the past.
• Temple of Alexander the Great (Oracle of Amun): This temple is where Alexander the Great is said to have been proclaimed the son of Amun. It is one of the most significant archaeological sites in Siwa.
• Cleopatra’s Pool: According to legend, Cleopatra bathed in this natural spring-fed pool. It’s a perfect spot for relaxation and swimming amidst the palm trees.
• Fatnas Island: This island offers a peaceful escape with stunning views of the salt lakes, making it a perfect place to watch the sunset

• After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Siwa.
• Overnight in Siwa
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, your guide will transfer you from your hotel in Siwa to Cairo in an air-conditioned vehicle.

• Overnight in Cairo
  Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast at 7:00 AM, our representative will transfer you to Bahariya Oasis for a 4-hour drive.

• Explore the Black Desert, Al Marsos Mountain, the Cold Springs Village of Al Hazz, and Crystal Mountain.
• Visit the Aqabat Area, then head to the White Desert, known for its stunning limestone formations.
• Camp in the desert under the stars for an overnight stay.
• Overnight in the desert camp
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Visit El Qasr, a small village with ancient features.
• Explore Al Muzawaka, known for its colorful reliefs.
• Visit Deir El-Hagar, a historic temple.
• Transfer back to your hotel in Dakhla for an overnight stay.
• Overnight in Dakhla
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to Kharga Oasis to explore:

• The Bagawat Necropolis, the oldest Christian cemetery in Egypt.
• The Hibis Temple, dating back to the Persian period.
• Baris Oasis, and the Dush Temple.
• After the tour, transfer to your hotel in Kharga.
• Overnight in Kharga
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to Luxor in an air-conditioned vehicle.

• Visit the Ramesseum, built by Ramses II as a funerary temple.
• Explore Deir el-Medina, the village of the artisans who built royal tombs.
• Visit the Valley of the Queens, the burial site for queens, and the Tombs of the Nobles.
• After the tour, transfer to your hotel for check-in and an overnight stay.
• Overnight in Luxor
  Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up to visit:

• Luxor Temple, known for its grandeur and significance during the Opet Festival.
• Karnak Temple, an extensive temple complex dedicated to the Theban Triad.
• Valley of the Kings, where many pharaohs are buried, including visits to three tombs (excluding King Tut’s tomb).
• Hatshepsut Temple, built by the only female pharaoh, Queen Hatshepsut.
• Visit the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
• After the tour, return to your hotel.
• Overnight in Luxor
  Meals: Breakfast

• After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your Luxor hotel.
  • Start a full-day tour to visit two of Egypt’s best-preserved sites: the Temple of Dendera and the ancient city of Abydos.
  • In Abydos (135 km from Luxor), visit the Temple of Osiris, believed to be the burial site of the god of the underworld.
  • The temple was built by King Seti I and completed by Ramses II.
  • Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Abydos.
  • Continue to Dendera to visit the Temple of Hathor, dedicated to the goddess of love and pleasure.
  • After the tour, return to your hotel in Luxor.
  • Overnight in Luxor
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• After breakfast, your guide will transfer you from your Luxor hotel to:
  • Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples.
  • Explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to gods Sobek and Horus: The temple has two parallel passageways leading to two chapels, one for Sobek and one for Horus.
  • After the tour, your guide will transfer you to your hotel in Aswan.
  • Overnight in Aswan
  Meals: Breakfast

• After breakfast and check-out from your hotel in Aswan, your guide will transfer you to:
  • Visit the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, built around 690 BC.
  • Take a boat ride to see the Nectanebo kiosk, the oldest part of the temple.
  • Visit the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s greatest engineering feats, located 17 km from Aswan.
  • After the tour, your guide will return you to your hotel in Aswan.
  • Overnight in Aswan
  Meals: Breakfast

In the morning, after enjoying breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cairo for your final departure.

• Meals: Breakfast