Abu Simbel Sun Festival & Egypt’s Ancient Wonders (11 Days Tour)

Join My Egypt Travel on a captivating 11-day historical adventure across Egypt — from the timeless Pyramids of Giza to the sacred temples of Luxor and Aswan, and the extraordinary Abu Simbel Sun Festival, where sunlight illuminates Ramses II’s sanctuary. Enjoy guided tours, a deluxe Nile Cruise, and unforgettable comfort every step of the way.

 

Day 1 – Arrival in Cairo
Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where our representative assists with entry visa and transfer to your hotel for check-in and a welcome drink.
Optional evening: Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids.
Accommodation: Cairo hotel

Day 2 – Giza Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara
After breakfast, explore Sakkara’s Step Pyramid, Memphis, and the Great Pyramids of Giza with the mysterious Sphinx.
Later, board the sleeper train to Aswan with dinner on board.
Accommodation: Sleeper train

Day 3 – Arrival in Aswan
Breakfast on board before arrival in Aswan. Transfer to your hotel for check-in and relaxation.
Optional evening: Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple.
Accommodation: Aswan hotel

Day 4 – Transfer to Abu Simbel
Travel across the desert to Abu Simbel, check in and enjoy leisure time.
Optional evening: Sound & Light Show at Abu Simbel Temples.
Accommodation: Abu Simbel hotel

Day 5 – The Sun Festival Ceremony
Witness the Abu Simbel Sun Festival, when the morning sun illuminates Ramses II’s inner sanctuary — a breathtaking celestial event.
Afterward, return to Aswan for relaxation.
Accommodation: Aswan hotel

Day 6 – Aswan Sightseeing & Nile Cruise Embarkation
Visit the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple before boarding your Nile Cruise.
Optional evening: Sound & Light Show at Philae.
Accommodation: Nile Cruise

Day 7 – Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples
Sail to Kom Ombo to explore the twin temples of Sobek and Haroeris, then continue to Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples.
Sail on toward Luxor.
Accommodation: Nile Cruise

Day 8 – Luxor West Bank
Discover the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Optional evening: Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple.
Accommodation: Nile Cruise

Day 9 – Luxor East Bank & Return to Cairo
Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples, then enjoy some shopping before taking the sleeper train to Cairo.
Accommodation: Sleeper train

Day 10 – Cairo City Tour
Explore the Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin, and Mohamed Ali Mosque. Continue to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Accommodation: Cairo hotel

Day 11 – Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.

 

Included:

  • Meet & assist upon arrival and departure
  • All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
  • 2 nights in Cairo with breakfast
  • 2 nights in Aswan with breakfast
  • 1 night in Abu Simbel with breakfast
  • 3 nights aboard a Nile Cruise (full board)
  • 2 nights on sleeper train (half board)
  • Private Egyptologist guide throughout
  • Entrance fees to all listed sites
  • Admission to Abu Simbel Sun Festival
  • Lunch during tours
  • Mineral water & soft drinks
  • All taxes and service charges

Excluded:

  • International airfare
  • Personal expenses & tipping
  • Optional excursions (Sound & Light Shows, Hot Air Balloon, etc.)

 

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