Egypt 16-Day In-depth Tour
7 cities |
21 attraction(s) |
total distance 3582
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Day1: Cairo
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The Egyptian Museum is located next to Liberation Square and was built by the French. It has a rich collection of exhibits, with the most famous being the gold mask of Tutankhamun. Ancient Egyptian culture was completely destroyed after the Arab occupation, resulting in severe loss of artifacts. It was not until the Frenchman Mariette established the museum to help the Egyptians preserve their cultural relics that the loss was halted. The museum is divided into two floors and has over 300,000 items, but only around 60,000 are displayed to the public. The exhibits are mainly made of stone, with the majority being funerary items of Tutankhamun made of gold. Visitors may feel aesthetic fatigue during the exhibition and should allocate enough time for the visit. All the exhibits are authentic, except for a single fake Rosetta Stone, which is housed in the British Museum. The aim of the museum is to hope that the authentic stone can be returned to the homeland and replace the fake one.
Day2: Cairo
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Large souk in the bazaar district selling souvenirs & crafts plus jewelry, clothing & spices.
Day3: Luxor
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Luxor Temple, located on the banks of the Nile River, is the royal residence of Amun during the Opet Festival. It is renowned for its stunning artwork and architecture, making it one of the masterpieces of ancient Egyptian civilization. Most of the construction was completed by Amenhotep III, while Ramses II added the gates, courtyards, and erected six statues of himself at the entrance (only three remain today). A massive obelisk stands in front of the temple, with one replaced by a clock, while the other still stands tall. Upon entering the temple, visitors are captivated by the double row of columns surrounding the central court, with the northern entrance colonnade being particularly beautiful. Inside the temple are many statues of pharaohs, though most have been damaged or destroyed due to the Christian tradition of defacing the worship of pharaohs. A mosque stands on the front half of the temple's colonnade, dating back to the 19th century when the temple was buried under Nile silt, and locals unknowingly built a mosque on top. The temple takes on a captivating allure at night, especially during the Sound and Light Show performance.
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Karnak Temple, located 5 kilometers north of Luxor, is one of the most magnificent temples left by the ancient Egyptian Empire. It covers an area of over 30 hectares, with a large part of it well-preserved. The temple complex consists of three main parts: the Temple of Amun, dedicated to the sun god Amun; the Temple of Mut, dedicated to the war goddess Mut, wife of Amun; and the Montu Temple, with a processional avenue adorned with sphinxes leading to the Luxor Temple. The complex contains over 20 temples, the most notable of which are the colossal gateway measuring 44 meters high and 131 meters wide, and the Great Hypostyle Hall measuring 102 meters wide and 53 meters deep. The hall features 134 massive columns, with the largest 12 columns reaching a height of 23 meters and a circumference of 15 meters, capable of accommodating 50 people standing on top. Visitors can also enjoy a spectacular sound and light show in the evening, where colorful lights illuminate the temple ruins while accompanied by narration and music, providing a deeper understanding of the daily life of the ancient Egyptians.
Day4: Luxor
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Valley of the Kings, located on the west bank of the Nile River, about 7 kilometers from the shore, can be reached from the northern end of the Hossanah Highway in Thebes. It houses the tombs of 64 pharaohs, with over 60 royal tombs spanning from the 17th Dynasty to the 20th Dynasty. The largest tomb is that of Seti I, with a massive burial chamber that spans 210 meters horizontally and descends 45 meters vertically from the entrance. The rock-cut cavern is carved into an underground palace, adorned with elaborate wall paintings and ceilings, truly incredible. The entrance to the tombs is usually halfway up the mountainside, with the patterns and hieroglyphs on the walls of the passages still remarkably clear. The main tombs worth visiting include those of Tutankhamun, Ramses III and VI, and Seti I. Some tombs are not open to the public and are reserved for scholarly research only.
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Hatshepsut, the first female pharaoh of ancient Egypt, built a temple located north of the Valley of the Kings. It was designed in a modern and minimalist style. She was the only daughter of a pharaoh and married her brother. After her husband's death, she seized the throne from her stepson and declared herself king. However, after her death, her stepson reclaimed the throne and spent a great deal of effort and time destroying her palaces and erasing all historical materials about her. The name Hatshepsut means "the most respected" in ancient Egyptian. She was the pharaoh of the 18th dynasty, reigning from around 1479 BC to 1458 BC. Her temple is located in the central part of the Deir el-Bahari necropolis on the west bank of the Nile River, carved into the side of a mountain, and is truly magnificent.
Day5: Unorganized in Aswan > Aswan
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Aswan Dam is a set of dams located below the first cataract of the Nile River in Egypt. It consists of the Aswan Low Dam (also known as the Old Aswan Dam or the Smaller Aswan Dam) and the Aswan High Dam (also known as
Day6: Aswan
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Philae Temple is an ancient structure located on Philae Island in the southern part of Aswan, Egypt. It is dedicated to the goddess Isis and is renowned for its stone carvings and wall reliefs depicting mythical stories. However, in the late 19th century, as the construction of the Old Aswan Dam was completed, the temple began to be submerged. A further Aswan Dam was built in the 1960s, exacerbating the problem. To protect this historical site, the Egyptian government, with the assistance of UNESCO, began construction of a cofferdam around the temple in 1972 to drain the water and subsequently dismantled and relocated the temple to Agilkia Island, over 500 meters away from its original location. The reconstruction was completed in March 1980, and the temple was reopened. Today, Philae Temple remains one of Egypt's most important religious and cultural heritage sites.
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In a Nubian village that preserves ancient customs, experience the local life and culture, and participate in tattoo-making using special local materials.
Day7: Unorganized in Aswan
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Day9: Luxor
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The Luxor Museum is located between Luxor and the Karnak Temple, showcasing a large collection of artifacts from the late Mamaluca Dynasty. The majority of these artifacts come from the Temple of Deir el-Bahari, displaying the cultural and artistic achievements of this period.
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Luxor Temple, located on the banks of the Nile River, is the royal residence of Amun during the Opet Festival. It is renowned for its stunning artwork and architecture, making it one of the masterpieces of ancient Egyptian civilization. Most of the construction was completed by Amenhotep III, while Ramses II added the gates, courtyards, and erected six statues of himself at the entrance (only three remain today). A massive obelisk stands in front of the temple, with one replaced by a clock, while the other still stands tall. Upon entering the temple, visitors are captivated by the double row of columns surrounding the central court, with the northern entrance colonnade being particularly beautiful. Inside the temple are many statues of pharaohs, though most have been damaged or destroyed due to the Christian tradition of defacing the worship of pharaohs. A mosque stands on the front half of the temple's colonnade, dating back to the 19th century when the temple was buried under Nile silt, and locals unknowingly built a mosque on top. The temple takes on a captivating allure at night, especially during the Sound and Light Show performance.
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Karnak Temple, located 5 kilometers north of Luxor, is one of the most magnificent temples left by the ancient Egyptian Empire. It covers an area of over 30 hectares, with a large part of it well-preserved. The temple complex consists of three main parts: the Temple of Amun, dedicated to the sun god Amun; the Temple of Mut, dedicated to the war goddess Mut, wife of Amun; and the Montu Temple, with a processional avenue adorned with sphinxes leading to the Luxor Temple. The complex contains over 20 temples, the most notable of which are the colossal gateway measuring 44 meters high and 131 meters wide, and the Great Hypostyle Hall measuring 102 meters wide and 53 meters deep. The hall features 134 massive columns, with the largest 12 columns reaching a height of 23 meters and a circumference of 15 meters, capable of accommodating 50 people standing on top. Visitors can also enjoy a spectacular sound and light show in the evening, where colorful lights illuminate the temple ruins while accompanied by narration and music, providing a deeper understanding of the daily life of the ancient Egyptians.
Day10: Hurghada
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Day12: Cairo
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Large souk in the bazaar district selling souvenirs & crafts plus jewelry, clothing & spices.
Day13: Cairo
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The Great Sphinx is one of the iconic attractions in Egypt. It is known for its lion body and human face and is referred to as the Sphinx. According to legend, it was born from a giant and a serpent. It is said to guard the crossroads and challenge passersby with riddles, devouring those who fail to answer correctly. A brave young man, Oedipus, successfully solved the riddles and the Sphinx, feeling ashamed, killed itself. The Sphinx has suffered significant weathering over time, particularly its upper body, which has led to its diminished grandeur. Additionally, Napoleon's army once used cannons to knock off its nose. However, visitors can still see several smaller sphinxes at the Egyptian Museum. To reach the Sphinx, one must pass through a causeway and go around the Khufu Pyramid. There is no additional fee to visit the Sphinx. Despite the significant weathering of its upper body, its lower half has been well-preserved as it has been buried in the sand for thousands of years. You can still imagine its former magnificence from its intact lower body. Next to the Sphinx, there is a corridor that serves as a popular spot for taking photos. Visitors can capture various perspective-distorted photos, such as kissing with the Sphinx, holding or licking the pyramid.
Day14: Alexandria
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The new construction of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina stands on the original site. The exterior walls are engraved with over 50 languages, music, and mathematical symbols from around the world. The building consists of several unique structures, including a spherical planetarium, a service building, and the main library. The design of the main library building is particularly stunning.
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Al Montazah Place is a beautiful coastal garden located at the eastern end, established in 1892. Upon entering, you will see a lovely garden, and as you walk through it, you will come to the palace by the sea, which has clean and beautiful colors. The two palaces are not open to the public, but you can take photos and stroll along the Mediterranean coast. If your budget allows, you can stay in the five-star hotel inside the summer palace and feel right at home.
Day15: Alexandria
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The Citadel of Qaitbay, also known as the Qaitbay Castle, has a history dating back to the ancient wonder of the world, the "Pharos of Alexandria". In the 3rd century BC, Alexandria became an important hub for maritime trade. However, the treacherous terrain near the harbor often caused accidents for ships navigating at night. To address this issue, Pharaoh Ptolemy I ordered the construction of a giant lighthouse on the eastern end of Pharos Island, reaching a height of 122 meters, with a statue of the sea god Poseidon on the top, making the total height approximately 135 meters. The lighthouse was divided into three levels, with a giant mirror and a huge fire pit in the third level, which reflected sunlight during the day and lit up with fire at night, providing assistance for safe navigation up to 50 miles away.
In 639 AD, Arabs entered Egypt, and the lighthouse lost its function. It fell into disrepair and was eventually destroyed by a major earthquake in 1303. In 1480, Sultan Qaitbay used some of the rubble to construct a fortress on the same site as a defense against the Ottomans. In 1882, the fortress suffered severe damage from British military bombardment. After two rounds of restoration, today's Citadel of Qaitbay has become a stronghold, carrying the legacy of the ancient lighthouse.
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Day16: Alexandria > Cairo
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