Scarabée d'or: 7-Day Egypt Adventure – Pyramids, Nile Temples & Nubian Culture

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Embark on an unforgettable 7-day journey through Egypt with Scarabée d'or, exploring the heart of ancient civilization. Begin your adventure at the iconic Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, followed by a visit to the Pyramid of Saqqara. Dive into history at the Cairo Museum, wander through the vibrant streets of Old Cairo and the bustling souk Khan El Khalili. Discover the wonders of Luxor's Karnak and Luxor Temples, soar over the Valley of the Kings on a balloon ride, and marvel at the grand Hatshepsut Temple. Travel to Edfu to see the Temple of Horus, and on to Kom Ombo's Crocodile Temple, with a tranquil stay in a Nubian-style hotel in Aswan. Sail between the Nubian Islands and visit the majestic Abu Simbel Temple, capping off this culturally rich trip of Egypt. 1st day: visit Giza Pyramids & Sphinx. lunch. visit Pyramid of Saqqara, overnight) Private housing ( second day: visit Cairo Museum, lunch. visit old Cairo and souk khan El Khalili, overnight in train Day 3: arrival to Luxor and visit Karnak and Luxor Temples, lunch, overnight hotel Susana Day 4: Early balloon trip, then visit the Valley of the Kings, then Hatshepsut Temple, lunch, Day 5: Early in the morning in an air-conditioned car with your private guide, 120 km away, visit the Temple of Horus In Edfou city, followed by lunch, and 60 km away, visit the Temple of the Crocodile in Komambo city , followed by arrival after 45 km, overnight in Aswan ( Nubian style hotel ) Day 6: Visit the Temple of the Goddess Isis on Agilika Island, then a shopping tour followed by lunch, then enjoy a sailboat for an hour between the Nubian Islands in Aswan with Felouqua Day 7: Visit Abu Simbel Temple, 240 km from Aswan, the evening, the train to Cairo (overnight on the train).

Hi, I'm Sam, I hold a high school diploma (Frères de la Salle School), then a Bachelor’s degree in Tourist Guidance, as well as a diploma in commerce from Ain Shams University, as well as studies in law. I have worked in the field of tourism for 35 years, beginning as an operator for several French tourist companies, then organizing cultural trips, and then being a free licence tour guide since 1996

The trip includes several places to stay, first in Cairo: private accommodation in a villa in New Cairo, including breakfast. Second in Luxor: a hotel very close to Luxor Temple, including breakfast. Accommodation in Aswan: an authentic Nubian house, including breakfast and dinner. Important note: All meals do not include drinks. Any questions about the trip? You can let me know in the Q&A section!

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1

Pyramids of Giza

Day 1
The Pyramids are one of the tourist attractions of Egypt, and even one of the most famous pharaonic monuments of all time. They are located on the plateau of the west bank of the Nile and were built between 2480 and 2550 BC. It includes three pyramids: Cheops, Khafre and Menkaure. It took almost twenty years to build the Great Pyramid. Then visit the Sphinx and the beautiful background of the Sphinx and the three pyramids, and also visit the Valley Temple dedicated to mummification. follow the Lunch
2

Pyramid of Djoser

Day 1
The Pyramid of Djoser, also known as the Step Pyramid of Saqqara, is an archaeological site in the Saqqara Necropolis, northwest of the ancient city of Memphis in Egypt. It was built during the 27th century BC to bury the pharaoh Djoser; it was built for him by his vizier Imhotep. The architect and physician Imhotep was the primary architect of the vast funerary complex in the pyramid's courtyard and the surrounding ceremonial structures. overnight
3

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo

Day 1-2
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East, housing more than 170,000 artifacts and the largest collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities in the world. The artifacts on display in the museum date back to prehistoric times through the Greek and Roman eras. lunch break
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The Hanging Church

Day 2
Old Cairo district is a few meters away from Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque, Ben Ezra Synagogue, St. Mina Church next to Babylon Fortress, and St. Mercurius Church known as Abu Sefin. It is also located south of the Coptic Museum and includes 13 giant columns representing Christ and the Twelve Apostles.
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Khan el-Khalili

Day 2-3
Khan El Khalili Market, one of the sheikhdoms of the downtown Cairo district in the western region of Cairo Governorate, is a major tourist attraction for visitors to Cairo and Egypt in general. It is characterized by the presence of markets, bazaars, shops and popular restaurants, and is also characterized by the large number of tourists and the familiarity of its residents with them. Then head to the train station and head to Luxor.
6

Karnak Temple Visitor Center

Day 3-4
Karnak Temple is located three kilometers north of Luxor Temple, and is considered one of the most important temples in Luxor! Its construction began during the reign of King Seti I, and was dedicated to the worship of the holy divine trinity of Thebes; Amun-Ra, his wife, and his son. Construction continued until it was completed during the reign of King Ramses II. Then visit Luxor Temple, which was built during the reign of King Amenhotep III to worship the god Amun-Ra, in addition to confirming his lineage to the god Amun, as ancient Pharaonic traditions urged that one of the sons of a previous pharaoh should rule Egypt, or at least marry the daughter of a pharaoh who had previously ruled Egypt. transfer to hotel and overnight
7

West Bank Luxor Boat booking Dahabiya Nile cruise

Day 4
A representative will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor to the West Bank. Transfer to the boat and enjoy the morning Nile crossing by boat to the West Bank. You will then be transferred to the departure area where your balloon flight will begin in the sky above the largest open air museum (Luxor). After the balloon trip on the West Bank, you will visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and also visit the two great statues of Memnon.
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Valley of the Kings

Day 4
1- Valley of King : As you begin your journey through the valley, you will encounter a fascinating array of tombs, each offering a glimpse into the lives and beliefs of the elite of ancient Egypt. From the tomb of Ramses II to the lesser-known tombs of the pharaohs, each step through the valley’s more than 60 tombs reveals a new chapter in Egypt’s rich history. 2- Queen Hatshepsut (c. 1473–1458 BC) built a magnificent temple at Deir el-Bahari, on the West Bank of Luxor, facing the Karnak Temple, the main sanctuary of Amun, on the East Bank. Hatshepsut's temple was called in ancient Egyptian "Geser Geserro", meaning "holiest of sanctuaries", and was designed by Senenmut, who held many titles, including "Director of the Estates of Amun". 3- Visit the statues of Memnon Lunch Back to the hotel and overnight
9

Edfu Temple of Horus

Day 4-5
Early in the morning in an air-conditioned car with your private guide, 120 km away, visit the Temple of Horus In Edfou city, It was originally built to worship Horus Behdeti, the falcon-shaped figure! It took about 100 years to build, until it finally appeared in its huge size and majestic form. Lunch Then, 60 km away, visit the Temple of Kom Ombo.
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Kom Ombo Temple

Day 5
The name of the site comes from the Arabic word "Kom", a term found in the names of many archaeological sites, and the word "Embo", which comes from the ancient Egyptian word "Nubt" meaning gold, and in general the name of the area means "(the) golden city". The city's temple is dedicated to two gods: the crocodile god Sobek, and the falcon god Horus (Horus the Great) Arriving in Aswan after 45 km and overnight
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Philae

Day 5-6
Temple of Philae This temple dedicated to the goddess Isis was flooded by the Nile and was divided and reassembled in a new location on Agilika Island, about 500 meters from its original location on Philae Island. Its buildings include a temple to Hathor. Lunch Felucca trip overnight Aswan
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Abu Simbel

Day 6-7
Early in the morning at sunrise with your private guide, visit the Abu Simbel Temple, 230 km away, to enjoy the most beautiful and greatest pharaonic temple in history. The construction of the great temple at Abu Simbel took about twenty years, and was completed in about 24 years of the reign of Ramses the Great (which is equivalent to 1265 BC). It was dedicated to the gods Amun, Ra-Harakhty, Ptah, as well as Ramses. It is generally considered the most magnificent and beautiful temple commissioned during the reign of Ramses II, and one of the most beautiful in Egypt. Free Lunch Return to Aswan then sleeper train to arrive early in Cairo
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