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A private nine-day circuit through Egypt’s highlights: Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan with a five‑star Nile cruise and a sunrise hot‑air balloon over Luxor. Fast-paced, guided, and transport-inclusive—this is an immersive cultural itinerary with practical comfort.
A private nine-day circuit through Egypt’s highlights: Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan with a five‑star Nile cruise and a sunrise hot‑air balloon over Luxor. Fast-paced, guided, and transport-inclusive—this is an immersive cultural itinerary with practical comfort.
You step from the Cairo airport into a warm wash of sun and dust; within hours a car eases you past apartment blocks and palm groves toward the Giza plateau. The pyramids loom—stone geometries set against a vast sky—while the Nile keeps time through the cities you’ll visit: Alexandria’s Mediterranean edge, Luxor’s strip of sand and temples, and the granite islands around Aswan.
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Operated by Bastet Travel · Cairo, Cairo Governorate
You step from the Cairo airport into a warm wash of sun and dust; within hours a car eases you past apartment blocks and palm groves toward the Giza plateau. The pyramids loom—stone geometries set against a vast sky—while the Nile keeps time through the cities you’ll visit: Alexandria’s Mediterranean edge, Luxor’s strip of sand and temples, and the granite islands around Aswan.
This nine-day private itinerary threads Egypt’s major eras: Pharaonic tombs in the Valley of the Kings, Ptolemaic temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo, Roman-era Kom El-Dikka and the modern Citadel of Qaitbay on the Mediterranean. Geology is part of the story—Aswan’s pink granite quarries, the fertile Nile floodplain that fed dynasties, and the desert limestone that built Giza’s pyramids. Local culture arrives in practical moments: a felucca glide at sunset, a market-side lunch, an Egyptologist translating hieroglyphs into meaning.
Practical guidance: domestic flights (Cairo–Luxor) are short—about an hour—while the included five-star Nile cruise provides overnight comfort between Luxor and Aswan. Expect early starts for archaeological sites and a pre-dawn 45–80 minute hot-air balloon over Luxor (operators advertise flights up to ~1,500 ft). Bring strong sun protection, light layers for cool mornings, comfortable walking shoes for uneven temple floors, and small cash for tips and purchases. Stay hydrated, plan museum visits for mid-morning or late afternoon to avoid peak sun, and allow extra time for security and transfers—this is a fast-paced cultural circuit built around the river that shaped Egypt.
moderate.
9 days.
Suitable for travelers in average condition; requires walking up to a few miles per day and standing on uneven surfaces.
Yes — the itinerary includes domestic flights between Cairo and the Luxor/Aswan area as noted in the package details.
Operators list the Luxor balloon flight at approximately 45–80 minutes; actual flight time depends on weather and air-traffic constraints.
The tour is described as suitable for all fitness levels, but many sites have stairs and uneven ground; notify the operator about mobility needs for tailored assistance.
Most breakfasts and many meals are included per the itinerary; tipping is generally not included and is customary for guides, drivers, and cruise staff.
The route follows millennia of Egyptian civilization—from Old Kingdom pyramids in Giza to New Kingdom temples in Luxor and the Ptolemaic sites of Edfu and Kom Ombo.
Rising tourist numbers pressure fragile monuments and Nile-side ecosystems; stick to marked paths, avoid touching reliefs, and minimize single-use plastics on the cruise and at sites.
Bastet Travel operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step from the Cairo airport into a warm wash of sun and dust; within hours a car eases you past apartment blocks and palm groves toward the Giza plateau. The pyramids loom—stone geometries set against a vast sky—while the Nile keeps time through the cities you’ll visit: Alexandria’s Mediterranean edge, Luxor’s strip of sand and temples, and the granite islands around Aswan.
You step from the Cairo airport into a warm wash of sun and dust; within hours a car eases you past apartment blocks and palm groves toward the Giza plateau. The pyramids loom—stone geometries set against a vast sky—while the Nile keeps time through the cities you’ll visit: Alexandria’s Mediterranean edge, Luxor’s strip of sand and temples, and the granite islands around Aswan.
This nine-day private itinerary threads Egypt’s major eras: Pharaonic tombs in the Valley of the Kings, Ptolemaic temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo, Roman-era Kom El-Dikka and the modern Citadel of Qaitbay on the Mediterranean. Geology is part of the story—Aswan’s pink granite quarries, the fertile Nile floodplain that fed dynasties, and the desert limestone that built Giza’s pyramids. Local culture arrives in practical moments: a felucca glide at sunset, a market-side lunch, an Egyptologist translating hieroglyphs into meaning.
Practical guidance: domestic flights (Cairo–Luxor) are short—about an hour—while the included five-star Nile cruise provides overnight comfort between Luxor and Aswan. Expect early starts for archaeological sites and a pre-dawn 45–80 minute hot-air balloon over Luxor (operators advertise flights up to ~1,500 ft). Bring strong sun protection, light layers for cool mornings, comfortable walking shoes for uneven temple floors, and small cash for tips and purchases. Stay hydrated, plan museum visits for mid-morning or late afternoon to avoid peak sun, and allow extra time for security and transfers—this is a fast-paced cultural circuit built around the river that shaped Egypt.