Take the chance and visit the historical city of Al Minya which once served as the capital of Egypt (1373 – 1390) BC when Ikhnaton and his beautiful wife queen Nefertiti founded this city as dedication to the cult of their new god. Experience Al Minya Day Trip from Cairo and visit Beni Hassan which contaisn about 40 tombs and decorated with paintings and drawings, explore Tuna El Gabal which is a large necropolis for the ancient town of Khnum or Hermopolis and then visit Tell Al Amarna where Ikhnaton decided to build the city. Enjoy the best of Al Minya with Al Minya Day Tour from Cairo where you will explore the amazing tombs of Beni Hassan which was built in the middle kingdom between 2055 until 1650 BC, almost in the 12th dynasty. This necropolis was established to bury the rulers and the elites of this province (El-Minia) on the ruins of a much older burial site that was used during the period of the Old Kingdom. This necropolis belonged to the military leaders and local rulers who chose to be buried in their provinces because of their growing power and independence, in this period, rather than being buried near their kings in Saqqara. The Necropolis of Beni Hassan hosts 39 tombs, all these tombs are all situated on the same height and the entrances to the tombs are located on the same plateau. Although the necropolis hosts 39 tombs, only 4 are open to public, and another one with no decorations and known as The Tomb of Baqat who ruled the province in 11th dynasty. The Tomb of Khety, The Tomb of Amenmehat , and The Tomb of Khnumhotep II.
Move to visit Tuna El Gabal area which is an archaeological village. It is considered the main feature in Al Minya, a large necropolis for the ancient town of Khnum or Hermopolis, The cemetery is located 11km from the city. Discover the area with Al Minya Day Trip from Cairo and know more about Tuna El Gabal which was considered a cemetery in the Pharaonic, Greek and Roman periods that contains many important monuments including the tomb and the chapel of Isadora, which dates back to the Greco-Roman period. Discover the underground catacombs of Tuna El Gabal, the main feature of Tuna El Gabal, it is different because it didn't house mummies of human as normal, instead it houses mummies of sacred animals such as baboons, ibises and falcons, because they were resembling god Thoth. Feast your eyes visiting the Tomb of Petosiris, who was a high priest of god Thoth, lived in the early Greco-Roman era. The decoration of this tomb is unique as it bears the Greco and the Pharaonic style of art, as well as the carvings and the paintings inside the tomb itself, you will also see traditional farming scenes with people who are dressed with Greek costume. It looks more like a temple than a tomb. With Al Minya Day Tour from Cairo explore the tomb of Isadora who was a young girl who lived in the town of Hermopolis and renowned for her beauty. Isadora has an unparalleled romantic and tragic story about her death, as she fall in love with a Roman Solider and they wanted to get married but her father refused this marriage, so they decided to run away, but unfortunately while she was crossing the Nile river, she drown. Her father built this tomb and wrote her story in the Greek language; he also mummified her body and put it in her mausoleum, which is still in the tomb till the moment in a glass box to be visible for the visitors. Finally you will explore Tell El Amarna which was built by Akhenaton and his wife Queen Nefertiti, the city was built to be the center of the revolutionary religion that worshiped god Aten during the Amarna Period. A little remain today of this great city that once extended over a surface area of around 15 kilometers from the South to the North and contained temples, palaces, and governmental establishments. This piece of land hosted the Great Temple of Aten which is now covered by a cemetery. The temples at Amarna are considerably different than most temples of ancient Egypt, which generally had roofed chambers and sanctuaries, while The Temples of El Amarna are solar temples, it had roofless sanctuary to allow the sun rays to enter inside the complex this was because it was constructed for the cult of the sun god, Aten. Itinerary Flying Carpet Tours guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, drive by air-conditioned van to start your historical tour to El Minya, would take approximately 4 hours, beguile your eyes by visiting Beni Hassan, which has at almost 40 tombs. These tombs are all situated on the same height and the entrances to the tombs are located on the same plateau. Tour will continue to Tuna El Gabel area, which was located on the western side of Ancient Hermopolis (El-ashmonen), a city that was dedicated to god Toht, god of wisedom, you’ll see the tomb chapel of petosiris and The Christian 5th century basilica, Tour also icludes a visit to Tell Al Amarna, where King Akhenaton and his wife queen Nefertiti founded this city as dedication to the cult of their new god. Relax by having Lunch at local restaurant, Finally Flying Carpet Tours guide will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo. Including
Pick up and drop off to your hotel in Cairo
Air-conditioned Van Cairo / Minya / Cairo
Excursion to Al Minya as mentioned at the above program
Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites
English speaking guide at the sites mentioned above
One Lunch at local restaurant
Bottle of Mineral Water during Cairo Excursion
All transfers in Cairo and Minya by air-conditioned Van
All service charges and taxes
Excluding
Visa to Egypt
Any optional tours required
Tipping
Notes:
Prices are quoted per person in U.S. American Dollars
Discover the best of Egypt with Cairo and Nile Cruise Package by Flight and get the chance to explore the astonishing Pyramids of Giza which considered the most famous archaeological site in the entire world, and then take your fancy Nile Cruise from the historical city of Luxor down the Nile River arriving to the fabulous city of Aswan. Start your Cairo and Nile Cruise Package visiting the current capital of Egypt, Cairo. Wonder at the great Pyramids of Giza and explore the most mysterious structures in the world as after thousands of years no one is really sure how it was built. The historical pyramids were built in 2550 BC during a time when Egypt was one of the richest and most powerful civilizations in the world. You will also scout around Sphinx and Valley Temple located in the Giza Plateau and then take the steps that lead to explore the Egyptian Museum which contains astonishing collection of monuments and preservation of 5000 years of civilization. There are more than 100,000 items in the museum including some 1,700 items from the tomb of Tutankhamen. In the next day you will travel to Luxor to catch your cruise.
Start sailing from Luxor and visit the main attractions in the city with Cairo and Nile Cruise Holidays. Get the chance to visit the East Bank of Luxor which is known as the city of living and dominated by two remarkable archaeological sites known as Karnak and Luxor Temples. The West Bank of Luxor means antiquities, means pharaonic tombs and mortuary temples, explore the remarkable landmarks in the area with Cairo Nile Cruise such as the astonishing decorated tombs of Valley of the Kings where the generations of pharaohs and their families were buried and the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut which is considered to be one of the best temples that still standing without any damaging. Enjoy the beautiful sceneries of the Nile River and sail to Edfu city to visit its temple which was dedicated to Horus, the bird god of protection and considered one of the well preserved temples in Egypt and then sail to visit Kom Ombo Temple which was built in the early second century by Ptolemy VI Philometor. Aswan is the perfect place to stay for a few days and recover from the rigors of travelling. Feast your eyes watching the views of the blue water and the natural beauty of the city which is known by its beautiful surroundings and historical landmarks. Get delighted with Nile Cruise Cairo and explore the main attractions in the city such as Philae Temple which contains many ancient Egyptian sanctuaries and shrines as it was built during the Ptolemy’s dynasty and dedicated for the worshiping of the ancient Egyptian god Osiris. You will also visit the High Dam which is one of the most important achievements in the last century in Egypt, even for many years it was a symbol of the New Era of the Revolution of 1952. Finally you will explore the Unfinished Obelisk which shows the techniques used by the ancient Egyptians to cut obelisks.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Cairo At the time your flight touching Cairo Land, one delegate from Flying Carpet Tours will be holding a sign with your name, transfer to hotel, relax from the inconvenience of your travel, be ready for your Cairo and Nile Cruise Package tomorrow, overnight in Cairo. Day 02: Cairo Tours, Pyramids, Egyptian Museum Tours Taste the flavor of your breakfast at hotel, then Flying Carpet Tours guide will lead you to a ravishing tour to Pyramids of Giza, feast your eyes by visiting Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus, then your guide will take you to panoramic view of the pyramids, memorable photos available to the three pyramids together, next move to the Sphinx, scout the valley temple, relax by having lunch at local restaurant, after Lunch your tour guide will escort you to the Egyptian Museum which contains amazing treasures of King Tut Ankh Amun, finally back to hotel, night at leisure, or choose from variety of optional tours, Either to try Dinner Cruise on the Nile River with Folklore show, Belly Dancer, surprises are waiting for you, or try optional to the sound & light show at the pyramids, overnight in Cairo. Day 03: Nile Cruise Tour, Karnak and Luxor Temples Taste the flavor of your breakfast at hotel, then one delegate from Flying Carpet Tours will escort you to Cairo domestic airport, fly to Luxor, arrive Luxor, transfer to your Nile Cruise, embrace the Culture of Luxor, visit the flourishing Karnak Temple, watch the glory of the huge Pillars hall, move to scout Luxor temple, at the end of your tour back to your Cruise, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board. Day 04: Nile Cruise Tour, Valley of the Kings, Hatshesut Temple, Colossi of Memnon Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, feast your eyes between Valley of the Kings ( visit 03 Tombs Only ), Next visit to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, known now with the name of El-Deir El-Bahary, your last visit will be to Colossi of Memnon, Watch the glory of the two huge statues, finally your tour guide will escort you back to your Cruise, Sail to Edfu, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board. Day 05: Nile Cruise Tour, Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, then Flying Carpet Tours Guide will escort you to visit Edfu Temple (Horus Temple), feast your eyes once your Cruise sailing from Edfu to Kom Ombo, arrive Kom Ombo, unleash your soul while exploring the glory of Kom Ombo Temple, sail towards Aswan, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board. Day 06: Nile Cruise Tour, The High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, embrace Aswan Culture by visiting the High Dam, next tour to the Unfinished Obelisk, feast your eyes and visit the ravishing Philae Temple, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board. Day 07: Nile Cruise Tour, Fly Back to Cairo Today is your flight back to Cairo, taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, then one of Flying Carpet Tours delegates will lead you to Aswan Airport, fly back to Cairo, once your flight touching Cairo Land, transfer to hotel, overnight in Cairo. Day 08: Final Departure from Cairo Today is the valediction day for Cairo and Nile Cruise Package, taste the flavor of your breakfast at hotel, then one of Flying Carpet Tours delegates will lead you to Cairo International airport, for final departure. Including
03 Nights accommodation in Cairo including breakfast and all taxes
04 Nights accommodation at 05 stars Nile Cruise with full board including breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
01 Day tour in Cairo as mentioned at the above program including Entrance fees and English Speaking guide
One Bottle of Mineral Water at the Tour in Cairo
One Lunch at local restaurant in Cairo
All sightseeing tours on board your Cruise to visit:
The High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple
Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple, and colossi of Memnon
Karnak and Luxor Temples
English speaking guide on board your Nile Cruise
Meet and assist at Cairo, Luxor and Aswan Airports
All Transfers in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan by air-conditioned vehicle
All service charges and taxes
Assist and transfer to Cairo Airport on final departure
Excluding
Egypt Visa
International flight
Domestic Flight Cairo / Luxor – Aswan / Cairo
Optional tours
Tipping.
Notes:
Prices are quoted Per person in U.S. American Dollars
Prices are not valid during Christmas, New Year or Easter Period
Program can be adjusted as per your request if it was possible to adjust
If you are looking for the best classic holidays to explore the great Egyptians civilization and discover the beauty of Egypt, Flying Carpet Tours offering Egypt Classic Tours where you will get the chance to visit all what Egypt has to offer through amazing programs. Get on board a fancy Nile Cruise and sail along the greatest River in the world, get memorable tours in the historical cities of Egypt, touch the beauty of the Red Sea and visit Sharm El Sheikh or Hurghada and more. Taking a Nile Cruise down the Nile River is the best way to explore the source of the human civilization. Discover the best of Egypt and try Cairo and Nile Cruise Package where you will visit Cairo with its astonishing Pyramids of Giza which allows you to visit the Giza Plateau which contains the defining symbol of Egypt, the Giza Pyramids which was royal tombs of Old Kingdom and then sail between the glorious landmarks located between Luxor and Aswan. Unleash your inner with Egypt Tour Packages and try Cairo, Nile Cruise and Abu Simbel Tours which allows you to visit the recognizable site of Abu Simbel which consists of two rock-cut Temples, Temple of Ramsses II and The Temple of Queen Nefertari, they both date back to the reign of King Ramses II (1290-1223 BC) and reflect the glory and grandeur of the ancient kingdom of Egypt. Touch the beauty of the fabulous Red Sea and choose Cairo, Nile Cruise and Sharm El Sheikh Holidays.
Discover two of the most famous cities in the world with Cairo and Luxor Tours Package where you can visit the main attractions in Cairo and then visit Luxor. The city was built over and around the treasures of the New Kingdom and contains about a third of the most valuable monuments in the world. Get excited with Egypt Travel Packages and get a real adventure while trying Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel and Luxor Tours which covers almost all what Egypt has to offer through unforgettable tours. Enjoy the sun in Aswan and amuse yourself in the city which was the ancient southern border of the Pharaonic Period with astonishing sightseeing and beautiful surroundings. Alexandria has always been one of the most famous cities in Egypt with its unique and different history, choose Cairo and Alexandria Tours and explore the Greek and Roman monuments in the city. Unleash your inner with our Holidays to Egypt and enjoy the underwater world of the Red Sea through Cairo and Hurghada Holidays or Cairo and Sharm El Sheikh Package where you will be able to try a lot of water activities and enjoy snorkeling in wonderful spots where you will enjoy watching colorful and exotic types of rare fish. Experience relaxation at the fabulous cities and get away from the stress of life, moreover get a real adventure exploring the desert and get to know more about the Bedouin life. Touch the beauty of the fabulous Red Sea through our snorkeling tours to the wonderful islands, also you will get the chance to enjoy amazing adventures to explore Hurghada desert with Safari Trips. Moreover with Egypt Tours you can spend your vacation in the cities through Hurghada Holidays and Sharm El Sheikh Holidays.
Find below Cairo and Nile Cruise Package by Flight of Egypt Holidays. Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Cairo At the time your flight touching Cairo Land, one delegate from Flying Carpet Tours will be holding a sign with your name, transfer to hotel, relax from the inconvenience of your travel, be ready for your Cairo and Nile Cruise Package tomorrow, overnight in Cairo. Day 02: Cairo Tours, Pyramids, Egyptian Museum Tours Taste the flavor of your breakfast at hotel, then Flying Carpet Tours guide will lead you to a ravishing tour to Pyramids of Giza, feast your eyes by visiting Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus, then your guide will take you to panoramic view of the pyramids, memorable photos available to the three pyramids together, next move to the Sphinx, scout the valley temple, relax by having lunch at local restaurant, after Lunch your tour guide will escort you to the Egyptian Museum which contains amazing treasures of King Tut Ankh Amun, finally back to hotel, night at leisure, or choose from variety of optional tours, Either to try Dinner Cruise on the Nile River with Folklore show, Belly Dancer, surprises are waiting for you, or try optional to the sound & light show at the pyramids, overnight in Cairo. Day 03: Nile Cruise Tour, Karnak and Luxor Temples Taste the flavor of your breakfast at hotel, then one delegate from Flying Carpet Tours will escort you to Cairo domestic airport, fly to Luxor, arrive Luxor, transfer to your Nile Cruise, embrace the Culture of Luxor, visit the flourishing Karnak Temple, watch the glory of the huge Pillars hall, move to scout Luxor temple, at the end of your tour back to your Cruise, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 04: Nile Cruise Tour, Valley of the Kings, Hatshesut Temple, Colossi of Memnon Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, feast your eyes between Valley of the Kings ( visit 03 Tombs Only ), Next visit to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, known now with the name of El-Deir El-Bahary, your last visit will be to Colossi of Memnon, Watch the glory of the two huge statues, finally your tour guide will escort you back to your Cruise, Sail to Edfu, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board. Day 05: Nile Cruise Tour, Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, then Flying Carpet Tours Guide will escort you to visit Edfu Temple (Horus Temple), feast your eyes once your Cruise sailing from Edfu to Kom Ombo, arrive Kom Ombo, unleash your soul while exploring the glory of Kom Ombo Temple, sail towards Aswan, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board. Day 06: Nile Cruise Tour, The High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, embrace Aswan Culture by visiting the High Dam, next tour to the Unfinished Obelisk, feast your eyes and visit the ravishing Philae Temple, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board. Day 07: Nile Cruise Tour, Fly Back to Cairo Today is your flight back to Cairo, taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, then one of Flying Carpet Tours delegates will lead you to Aswan Airport, fly back to Cairo, once your flight touching Cairo Land, transfer to hotel, overnight in Cairo. Day 08: Final Departure from Cairo Today is the valediction day for Cairo and Nile Cruise Package, taste the flavor of your breakfast at hotel, then one of Flying Carpet Tours delegates will lead you to Cairo International airport, for final departure. Including
03 Nights accommodation in Cairo including breakfast and all taxes
04 Nights accommodation at 05 stars Nile Cruise with full board including breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
01 Day tour in Cairo as mentioned at the above program including Entrance fees and English Speaking guide
One Bottle of Mineral Water at the Tour in Cairo
One Lunch at local restaurant in Cairo
All sightseeing tours on board your Cruise to visit:
The High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple
Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple, and colossi of Memnon
Karnak and Luxor Temples
English speaking guide on board your Nile Cruise
Meet and assist at Cairo, Luxor and Aswan Airports
All Transfers in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan by air-conditioned vehicle
All service charges and taxes
Assist and transfer to Cairo Airport on final departure
Excluding
Egypt Visa
International flight
Domestic Flight Cairo / Luxor – Aswan / Cairo
Optional tours
Tipping.
Notes:
Prices are quoted Per person in U.S. American Dollars
Prices are not valid during Christmas, New Year or Easter Period
Program can be adjusted as per your request if it was possible to adjust
