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Cairo Luxor Aswan Fayoum 12 Days Tour
$1,804/
Per PersonThe 12 Days Magical Egypt Tour in Sham El Nessim is a perfect way to celebrate the spring holiday while discovering the beauty of Egypt. With Egypta Tours, you will enjoy a smooth and comfortable journey that includes a private air-conditioned vehicle, relaxing accommodations, a wonderful Nile cruise, and a friendly professional tour guide who makes history easy to understand.
Your trip begins in Cairo, where you will explore the Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum. Then you will travel to Fayoum to enjoy nature, fresh air and peaceful landscapes during the Sham El Nessim holiday. After that, the journey continues to El Minya to visit special historical sites such as Tuna El Gabal and Tell El Amarna. From there, you head to Upper Egypt to discover the heart of ancient Egyptian civilization.
Cairo Luxor Aswan Fayoum 12 Days Tour
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to spend Sham El Nessim in a unique way combining history, culture, nature and the beauty of the Nile in one unforgettable experience.
Book your Sham El Nessim tour with Egypta Tours and enjoy 12 days full of special moments, relaxation and amazing memories.
Included and Excluded
- Meet & assist at Cairo Airport (arrival & departure)
- All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
- Domestic flight (Aswan → Cairo)
- Accommodation in 5* hotels (Cairo, El Minya, Abydos)
- 5* deluxe Nile Cruise (full board)
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Professional Egyptologist tour guide
- Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
- Nile dinner cruise in Cairo
- All service charges and taxes
- Bottled water during tours
- International airfare
- Egypt entry visa
- Optional tours not mentioned in itinerary
- Personal expenses (shopping, laundry, etc.)
- Drinks during meals
- Tipping (guides, drivers, cruise staff)
- Travel insurance
- Any extra services not listed
Highlights of the Tour
- Explore the legendary Giza Pyramid Complex and the Great Sphinx
- Discover ancient treasures inside the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Egyptian Museum
- Enjoy the natural beauty of Fayoum Oasis including Wadi El Rayan and Wadi Al Hitan
- Visit the hidden gems of El Minya including Tuna El Gabal and Tell El Amarna
- Explore sacred and historical sites like Al Muharraq Monastery
- Discover the spiritual wonders of Abydos Temple and Dendera Temple
- Experience a luxury Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan
- Visit iconic sites like Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple
- Explore the stunning Abu Simbel Temples
- Discover Aswan highlights including Philae Temple and the High Dam
- Enjoy a magical Nile dinner cruise in Cairo
- Celebrate Sham El Nessim surrounded by nature, culture, and history
Itinerary
Your journey starts at Cairo International Airport. Once you arrive, a friendly representative from our company will meet you and assist you with all arrival procedures. After that, you will be transferred to your 5-star hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for check-in and some time to relax.
Evening
In the evening, you will enjoy a special Nile dinner cruise, where you can have a delicious meal while watching traditional Egyptian shows, including belly dancing and the colorful Tanoura performance. After the cruise, you will be driven back to your hotel for a comfortable night.- Meals: Dinner
- Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After breakfast, you will head out with your private tour guide in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle to explore Cairo’s most famous landmarks.
Giza Pyramids Complex
Your first stop will be the Giza Plateau, home to the three great pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Built over 4,500 years ago, these monuments are powerful symbols of ancient Egyptian civilization and remain one of the world’s greatest achievements.The Great Pyramid of Khufu
The Great Pyramid is the largest pyramid in Egypt and the only surviving wonder of the ancient world. Your guide will explain how it was built and why it is still considered one of the most impressive structures ever created.The Great Sphinx
Next, you will visit the iconic Sphinx, carved from a single block of limestone with the body of a lion and the head believed to represent King Khafre. It is one of Egypt’s most mysterious and recognizable monuments.The Valley Temple
You will also stop at the Valley Temple, which was used in ancient times for royal rituals and mummification ceremonies.The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
After that, you will visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, the newest and largest museum dedicated to ancient Egyptian history. Here you will see remarkable statues, including Ramses II, the Hanging Obelisk and many masterpieces displayed in modern galleries. The museum also houses the full collection of Tutankhamun’s treasures, giving you a clear and fascinating look into ancient Egyptian life and beliefs.Lunch Time
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a high-quality local restaurant.The Egyptian Museum (Tahrir Square)
After lunch, you will visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, which displays thousands of artifacts from different periods of ancient Egyptian history, from the Old Kingdom to the Greco Roman era. Overnight At the end of the day, you will return to your hotel to relax.- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in a private, air conditioned car and travel about 60 km from Cairo to Fayoum. Once you arrive, your tour guide will take you to visit Lake Qaroun, one of the oldest natural lakes in the world and one of Fayoum’s most beautiful spots. After that, you will head to Wadi El Rayan National Park to enjoy its famous waterfalls, the scenic Gabal El Modawara and Wadi El Hitan (Whale Valley), known for its unique fossils and desert landscapes.
Lunch Time
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a nice local restaurant in Fayoum.Overnight
After lunch, you will travel to El Minya. Upon arrival, you will check in at your 5-star hotel and relax for the night.- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Overnight: El Minya Hotel
After breakfast, you will start your day exploring the main historical sites of El Minya.
Tuna El Gabal
Your first visit will be to Tuna El Gabal, an important ancient burial site that dates from the New Kingdom to the Roman period. Here you will see famous landmarks such as the Tomb of Petosiris, the Ibis Catacombs and the Tomb of Isadora from the 2nd century AD. This area gives you a clear idea about ancient Egyptian beliefs and burial traditions.El Ashmunein
Next, you will visit El Ashmunein, located on the west bank of the Nile near Mallawi. In ancient times, it was known as Khmun, “the City of Eight,” and was a religious center dedicated to Thoth, the god of wisdom, writing, and healing. You will also see the famous colossal baboon statues.Beni Hassan
After that, you will head to Beni Hassan, an ancient cemetery from the Middle Kingdom. The tombs here are well known for their wall scenes that show daily life, farming, sports and trade, giving a real picture of life in ancient Egypt.Lunch Time
Enjoy a tasty lunch at a local restaurant in El Minya.Overnight
Return to your hotel in El Minya for the night.- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Overnight: El Minya Hotel
After breakfast, your Egyptologist guide will accompany you to explore:
Tel Al Amarna
Visit the archaeological site of Tel Al Amarna, built by Pharaoh Akhenaten and his wife Queen Nefertiti. Walk among the remains of royal tombs, temples and palaces, and discover the treasures and history of this unique city along the Nile.Lunch Time
Have your a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.After lunch, continue your journey to Assiut to explore:Al Muharraq Monastery
One of Egypt’s most remarkable Coptic sites, where the Holy Family is believed to have stayed for six months and ten days. The monastery, located 327 km from Cairo, is beautifully preserved and full of spiritual history.Meir Village
Visit Meir, home to an ancient cemetery for the nomarchs of the city of Cusae. The tombs here date from the 6th dynasty to the 12th dynasty, showcasing the art and culture of both the Old and Middle Kingdoms.Overnight
At the end of the day, you will be transferred to Abydos and check in at your hotel for the night.- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Overnight: Abydos Hotel
After breakfast, you will be taken in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to visit:
Abydos Temple
Abydos Temple is one of Egypt’s most remarkable temples, dedicated to Pharaoh Seti I (1290–1279 BC) and completed by his son Ramses II. In ancient times, visiting Abydos was considered a spiritual pilgrimage, similar to how Muslims visit Mecca. The temple walls feature the Abydos King List, a chronological record of Pharaohs from Menes to Ramses I.Lunch Time
Have a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.Dendera Temple
After lunch, visit Dendera Temple, mostly built during the Ptolemaic and Roman periods (2250–343 BC). The temple is dedicated to Hathor, one of Egypt’s most famous goddesses and is believed to be the mythical entrance to the underground kingdom of Osiris, the ruler of the underworld.Overnight
At the end of the day, you will be transferred to Luxor and check in at your 5-star hotel for the night.- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Overnight: Onboard the cruise
After breakfast, your day begins with a visit to the East Bank of Luxor, exploring its most famous landmarks.
Karnak Temple
Discover the impressive Karnak Temple Complex, one of ancient Egypt’s holiest sites, built between 1971 BC and 30 BC. Every pharaoh added to the complex during their reign. Highlights include the Avenue of Sphinxes and the stunning Hypostyle Hall, a true masterpiece of ancient architecture. After your visit, transfer to your 5-star deluxe Nile cruise, check in and enjoy a delicious lunch.Luxor Temple by Night
In the evening, visit Luxor Temple, built around 1400 BC by Ramses II and Amenhotep III. Unlike most temples, it was not dedicated to a god but served as a center for the rejuvenation of kingship, the crowning of pharaohs, and the annual Opet Festival. Seeing the temple illuminated at night is a truly magical experience.Overnight
Spend the night onboard your luxurious Nile cruise.- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast, your personal Egyptologist will pick you up in a deluxe, air-conditioned vehicle to explore Luxor West Bank:
Valley of the Kings
Valley of the Kings, one of Egypt’s most iconic burial sites along the west bank of the Nile. Used for royal burials from 1539 to 1075 BC, the valley contains more than 60 tombs of pharaohs from the 17th and 18th dynasties, including Ramses II, Seti I, Amenhotep I, Tutankhamun and Hatshepsut. The tombs are beautifully decorated by the skilled craftsmen of Deir El Medina to prepare for the afterlife.Hatshepsut Temple (Deir El Bahari)
Next, visit Hatshepsut Temple, a unique mortuary temple built to honor Queen Hatshepsut (1508–1458 BC) with the help of architect Senemut. The temple celebrates her achievements and serves as a religious and ceremonial site.Colossi of Memnon
See the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues on the west bank of the Nile. They were believed to protect the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III (1391–1353 BC), which has mostly disappeared over time. After your tour, return to your Nile cruise as it sails to Edfu.- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Upon arrival in Edfu, you will explore the city with your personal Egyptologist via horse carriage.
Edfu Temple
Visit the magnificent Edfu Temple, built between 237 and 57 BC during the Ptolemaic period. The temple is the son of Isis and Osiris. It is exceptionally well-preserved, with its original decorations and carvings still intact, making it one of the most beautiful temples along the Nile. Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard your Nile cruise, then continue sailing to Kom Ombo.Kom Ombo Temple
Visit Kom Ombo Temple, located on the Nile’s edge where sacred crocodiles once roamed. Built between 180 and 47 BC, this unique temple is dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god and Haroeris. Its twin design makes it one of the Nile Valley’s most remarkable sites. After your visit, return to your cruise as it sails to Aswan. Dinner will be served onboard.- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Start your day with an early departure and breakfast boxes, then join your personal tour guide for a drive in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to Abu Simbel.
Abu Simbel Temples
Visit the amazing Abu Simbel Temples, two monumental structures built by Pharaoh Ramses II (1279–1213 BC) between 1264 and 1244 BC. The larger temple celebrates Ramses II’s victory at the Battle of Kadesh and the signing of the first recorded peace treaty in history. The smaller temple was built in honor of his beloved Queen Nefertari. Abu Simbel is considered one of Egypt’s greatest architectural and artistic achievements. After your visit, return to your Nile cruise and enjoy the rest of the day onboard.- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast and check-out, your professional tour guide will take you to explore the best historical landmarks of Aswan.
Aswan High Dam
Visit the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that allowed Egypt to control the Nile’s flooding and opened the door to industrial development. The dam is 111 meters high, 3,830 meters long and 980 meters wide, with six turbines generating about 2.1 million kilowatts of power.The Unfinished Obelisk
See the Unfinished Obelisk, the largest ancient obelisk ever carved, created from red granite during the 18th dynasty under Queen Hatshepsut. It weighs approximately 1,200 tons and gives a fascinating insight into ancient Egyptian stoneworking.Philae Temple
Visit Philae Temple, built between 380 and 362 BC and later expanded by other Ptolemaic rulers. The temple is dedicated to Isis, the goddess of motherhood, and is beautifully located on a rocky island.Lunch Time
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a high-quality restaurant. After lunch, you will fly back to Cairo and check in at a 5-star hotel for an overnight stay.- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Overnight: Cairo Hotel
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Frequently Asked & Question
The tour is available throughout the year. Specific dates can be booked based on your preferred schedule and hotel availability.
Yes, the price covers 11 nights in hotels, daily breakfast and some lunches, private transportation, guided tours, and entrance fees to all scheduled attractions.
Yes, Egypta Tours offers discounted rates for children under 12 and special group packages for families.
Bookings can be made online or through our office. Full refund is possible if cancelled at least 14 days before the tour. Partial refunds may apply for late cancellation.
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