11 Days Cheap Budget Holiday in Egypt Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Alexandria

Price Start from 1710
Duration 11 Days
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Overview Tour

On an incredible 11-day budget-friendly holiday in Egypt, immerse yourself in the diverse history and cultures that have shaped this captivating nation. The journey begins in Cairo, where you will unravel the layers of history at the Egyptian Museum, Salah El-Din Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque, and the enchanting Hanging Church. A flight to Luxor sets the stage for a cruise to Aswan, where you will explore the top attractions of both cities, experiencing the rich tapestry of ancient wonders and modern life.

Returning to Cairo for two days of city tours, the adventure continues with a final flourish in Alexandria, a city constructed by the legendary Alexander the Great. Delight in the Bibliotheca of Alexandria, an intellectual haven, and marvel at the architectural splendors of Qait Bay Fortress and Montazah Palace. This 11-day journey is a perfect blend of affordability and exploration, offering a budget-friendly opportunity to discover the iconic landmarks and hidden gems that define Egypt's remarkable cultural heritage.

Tour Attractions and Highlights

Cairo
  • Egyptian Museum
  • Salah El-Din Citadel
  • Mohamed Ali Mosque
  • The Hanging Church
  • Khan El Khalili
Giza
  • The Great Pyramids
  • The Great Sphinx
  • Memphis City
  • The Step Pyramid
  • Sakkara complex
Luxor
  • Valley of the Kings
  • Hatshepsut Temple
  • Colossi of Memnon
  • Karnak Temple
  • Luxor Temple
Aswan
  • Edfu Temple
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • The High Dam
  • Philae Temple
Alexandria
  • Bibliotheca of Alexandria
  • Qait Bay Fortress
  • Montazah palace

Itinerary

   

Upon arriving at Cairo International Airport, you'll find our representative waiting for you to help you through passport control.

We will transport you to the hotel to check-in, enjoy your welcome drink, and have a blasted night.

   

Good morning. After finishing breakfast, you'll depart for a city tour.

The Three Majestic Pyramids of Giza is our first big stop. The tombs of the three kings Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus, they age more than 4000 years old. They are one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and they make you wonder indeed from their greatness. They are guarded by the famous nose less Sphinx.

Then you'll go to Tahrir Square to see The Egyptian Museum, where you'll see more than 100,000 original pieces from history telling us stories about the lives of the ancient Egyptians. You'll also find the famous golden mask of King Tout Ankh Amen.

Return to the hotel to spend the night.

   

After you finish breakfast, check-out from the hotel, you have a flight to catch.

You'll be transferred to Cairo Airport to fly to Luxor.

Meet our representative upon arrival to start the visits at the eastside.

You'll start by visiting the Temple of Karnak; it was built gradually over 2,000 years, beginning in the Middle Kingdom till the Ptolemaic period, dedicated to the god Amen.

Next, you'll visit Luxor Temple that was built by Amenophis III and the great Ramses II added to it later.

When you finish the visits, you'll head to the Nile Cruise to check-in and have your lunch.

The day is not over yet; you can wander around Luxor to explore it like a local.

Make your way back to the cruise for dinner and overnight.

   

After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the West bank to explore its attractions.

The Valley of the Kings, where you'll find the tombs of the greatest pharaohs as the ancient Egyptians believed in the afterlife, they prepared their tombs for their next world.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, located at El Deir el-Bahari, took 15 years to build, it was created by her architect Senmout, and it is considered to be the Queen's greatest achievement.

Two Colossi of Memnon, two stone statues of the pharaoh Amenophis III, was the guardians of a mortuary complex that used to lie behind them but disappeared throughout the ages.

Back to the cruise to have lunch while sailing to Edfu via Esna Lock.

Dinner will be served on board. Have a goodnight of sleep.

   

After breakfast, you'll visit one of the most preserved temples, Edfu Temple, that was built in dedication to the Falcon God Haroeris, the son of Isis.

Then return to the ship to continue sailing to Kom Ombo as you enjoy your lunch.

Upon arriving visit Kom Ombo Temple that was also dedicated to Haroeris but not alone, it was built in a unique double design to dedicate it to both the falcon and the crocodile God, Sobek.

Back to the cruise for dinner and a goodnight of sleep.

   

You'll start sailing toward Aswan first thing in the morning while having breakfast.

You'll visit the High Dam of Aswan upon arriving, its importance lies in the disasters it is preventing from floods and drought. It was constructed between 1960 and 1971.

Then the next visit will be Philae Temple, which was rescued from the inundation of water resulting from building the dam and removed to a higher place, to Agilkya Island. The temple is dedicated to goddess Isis.

Return to the cruise for lunch and have some rest.

In the afternoon, we will take you on a wonderful experience in the Nile, ridding a Felucca and enjoying the peaceful River Nile.

Return to the cruise for dinner and sleep tight.

   

When you finish your breakfast, finish packing your bags to check-out from the Nile cruise.

Then you'll be transferred to Aswan Airport to fly back to the Capital, Cairo.

Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to the hotel to check-in. Goodnight.

   

Good morning. Ready for another city tour in the capital?

Salah El-Din Citadel, named after its founder, the establisher of the Ayubid Dynasty, it was used a defensive fortress and the seat of the government for several years. You'll also find Mohamed Ali Mosque that was built in the 19th century by Mohamed Ali Pasha; it is considered to be an Islamic architectural masterpiece.

Memphis, the first capital in ancient Egypt, all that is left from it is some ruins.

Sakkara Complex, where you'll find "The Step Pyramid," the first version of pyramids, it was made by King Djoser.

Drive back to the hotel to spend the night.

   

After breakfast, get ready to explore a different side of Cairo.

Visit Old Cairo Coptic area with its famous churches, among them the Hanging Church and St. Georges Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.

Finish the day's tour at Khan El Khalili, the historic open market that you can buy souvenirs from for your dear ones.

Return to the hotel to have a good night of sleep.

   

Good morning, Ready for a road trip? After breakfast, you'll be transferred by bus to Alexandria about 220 Km away from Cairo.

Upon arriving you'll start the city tour by Bibliotheca of Alexandria, that lays on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea close to the place of the old library, it was reopened in 2002; it has a bookshelf space of 8million books.

Then you'll visit Qait Bay Fortress, built by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qa'it Bay in 1477 to be a defensive fortress. It was built in the place of the legendary Pharos lighthouse that had fallen into ruins by the 14th century.

The last visit will be the gardens of Montazah palace that was built in 1892 by Khedive Abbas II; it overlooks the Mediterranean Sea.

After finishing the visits drive back to Cairo to spend the night at the hotel.

   

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel to be transferred to Cairo International Airport to fly back home.

Included

  • Meet and assist by our representatives at all airports in Egypt (Cairo, Luxor, Aswan).
  • 3 Full day tour in Cairo with a private Egyptologist tour guide.
  • 6 nights accommodation in Cairo with breakfast.
  • 4 nights accommodation on Nile cruise with all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Full day tour in Alexandria with a private tour guide.
  • All visits while on the cruise with our tour guide (visits as mentioned in program)
  • Domestic flight tickets (Cairo/Luxor – Aswan/Cairo).
  • Entrance fees to all archeological sites mentioned in the itinerary.
  • 30 minutes of local calling sim card during your stay in Egypt.
  • One small bottle of water per day during tours.

Excluded

  • International Airfare.
  • Entry visas to Egypt. (can be issued on the spot at the airport for some nationalities, Not All).
  • Any kind of tips (guide, representative, drivers,…etc).
  • Drinks and meals not mentioned.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Any optional tours.
  • Entry inside:the Pyramids, solar boat, tombs not mentioned, or with extra fees.

Tour Pros

Accommodation Plan

Prices
Start From $ 2730 Per Person in Single Room
Start From $ 1710 Per Person in Double Room
Start From $ 1660 Per Person in Trible Room
Children Policy

Child under 06 years old will be charged by 25% of the adult total package rate Under from 06 – 11.99 years old will be charged by 50% of the adult total package rate All children of 12 years or older are considered adults and will be charged with a full package rate.


If your tour package includes flights, an extra supplement for your child may apply.

Cancellation Policy

Any cancellation should be sent toTripidays Egy Tours by email, also an acknowledge email should be resent from Tripidays to the clients reconfirming receiving the cancellation and the following cancellation fees will be applied on the total package price:


From 45 to 30 days before your arrival, 25% of the total package price will be charged.

From 29 to 15 days before your arrival, 50% of the total package price will be charged.

From 14 to 07 days before your arrival, 75% of the total package price will be charged.

From 06 days and less, 100% of the total package price will be charged.


All cancelation conditions will be changed during Christmas, New Year & Easter periods


All domestic flight canceled within your program will be subject to the airline cancellation policy

Payment Policy

Reservations should be made as early as possible to book the requested holiday. The confirmed tour will be secured upon receiving a deposit of 25% of the full price. The deposit will be increased to be 50% during Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays and all packages including flight issues. This deposit will be a part of your final payment. Deposits can be made by bank wire transfer or paid using a credit card (Visa or MasterCard). The rest of the full payment should be paid within 7 days from receiving your booking confirmation.

Tipping
Tipping is a personal expression of your satisfaction with services received from your representative, guide, hotel, cruise, transportations. The staff will greatly appreciate this.
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