Classic Egypt with Abu Simbel (charter flight to Luxor)
Description
Discover the majesty of Ancient Egypt with the 8-day/7-night "Classical Egypt with Abu Simbel" travel package, a perfect option for those looking for cheap travel deals 2x1 to Egypt. This Egypt trip offer with a Nile cruise, Abu Simbel, and Cairo represents a unique opportunity to discover the best of Egypt and unravel the mysteries of the Nile and the Abu Simbel Temples. Without a doubt, this is the best package tour to Egypt with Abu Simbel in a single experience, combining culture, history, and relaxation in one itinerary.
Your holiday to Egypt begins with a direct charter flight to Luxor from Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Bilbao, Malaga, or Seville. From there, you'll enjoy a spectacular 5-day/4-night Nile cruise sailing from Luxor to Aswan, with full board (excluding drinks). The Egyptian trip continues in Cairo, where 3 nights in a hotel with breakfast included await you, creating an unforgettable trip that combines history and comfort.
This Egypt trip with a Nile cruise, Abu Simbel, and Cairo begins in Luxor, where you'll visit Luxor Temple, an extraordinary monument dedicated to the god Amun. Famous for its towering pylons, grand statues, and the iconic Avenue of Sphinxes, the temple stands as a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian architecture. Nearby is the Karnak Temple complex, the largest of its kind in Egypt, also dedicated to Amun. This vast site features the awe-inspiring Great Hypostyle Hall, home to 134 colossal columns, as well as the serene Sacred Lake, which played a pivotal role in sacred rituals. The Egypt tour continues with an exploration of the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of pharaohs, including Tutankhamun, have been unearthed. You'll also visit the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari, an architectural marvel carved into the cliffs of the Theban Mountains. You'll also see the Colossi of Memnon, two colossal statues that have stood for over 3,000 years as silent sentinels over this ancient burial ground.
As you continue your journey along the Nile, you'll also have the opportunity to explore two other remarkable temples. The Temple of Edfu, one of Egypt's most complete and best-preserved temples, is dedicated to Horus, the god of the sky. This grand structure is famous for its imposing pylon-lined entrance and beautifully detailed reliefs, which narrate the legendary battle between Horus and his enemy Set. The temple's serene atmosphere and imposing architecture offer a truly immersive experience in the religious life of ancient Egypt. Further along the Nile, the Temple of Kom Ombo awaits, a unique double temple dedicated to both the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Horus. This fascinating temple complex features two mirrored halls, shrines, and altars, with detailed carvings depicting the powers of both deities. Kom Ombo is also famous for its well-preserved hieroglyphics of ancient surgical tools, reflecting the advanced medical knowledge of the time. These temples add a rich layer to your trip, revealing more of Egypt's fascinating mythology and culture.
Additionally, with this Egypt trip package, you'll have the opportunity to visit the stunning Philae Temple in Aswan, an ancient monument dedicated to the goddess Isis. Located on an island in the Nile, the temple is famous for its remarkable architecture and deep historical significance, dating back to the Ptolemaic era. The site features intricate hieroglyphics and beautifully preserved reliefs depicting the mythology and rituals linked to Isis. Additionally, a trip to the Abu Simbel Temples, located further south, offers the opportunity to marvel at the massive rock-cut structures built by Pharaoh Ramses II. These imposing temples are renowned for their grand scale and detailed carvings, which depict scenes of Ramses' military victories and religious devotion. Together, these sites offer a unique insight into Egypt's ancient history and culture.
After exploring the sights of Aswan, you'll take a short domestic flight to Cairo, which usually takes about an hour. This quick and comfortable trip allows you to travel efficiently between Egypt's two iconic cities.
Your Cairo adventure will take you to the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, a testament to Ancient Egyptian engineering genius and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, capping this unforgettable 8-day/7-night tour of Egypt. The Great Pyramid of Cheops, the largest and most iconic, originally stood 146 meters and was the tallest man-made structure for over 3,800 years. Next, you'll explore the slightly smaller but still imposing Pyramid of Khafre, famous for its shape and the remains of the original limestone cap at its summit. Next door, you'll visit the Valley Temple of Khafre, an impressive structure used for the pharaoh's funerary rituals and a prime example of ancient Egyptian monumental architecture. Nearby, the Great Sphinx of Giza, a monumental lion with a human head, stands as a symbol of royal power and mystery. The Pyramid of Menkaure, the smallest of the three, is surrounded by subsidiary pyramids and mortuary temples, allowing you to better understand ancient Egyptian funerary practices. As you uncover the secrets of its construction—from advanced engineering techniques to the religious rituals that accompanied royal burials—you'll gain deeper insight into the enduring legacy of these ancient structures.
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Visits
Nile Cruise: Karnak Temples, Luxor
Temple, Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Abu
Simbel, Philae Temple.
Cairo: Giza Pyramids, the
Sphinx, and the Valley Temple of Khafre.
Flights
Departures from Madrid:
Every Saturday and Monday.
Departures from Barcelona: Every Saturday and Monday.
Departures from Valencia: Every Monday (from August till the end of
December).
Departures from Bilbao: Every Monday (from August till the end of
December).
Departures from Malaga: Every Monday (from August till the end of
December).
Itinerary
Departure on a special flight to Luxor. Arrival, assistance at the airport and transfer to the cruise. Dinner and overnight on board.
Full board. Visit to the Nile’s East Bank in Luxor: Karnak Temples Complex and Luxor Temple. Visit to The Nile’s West Bank: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple at Deir Elbahari, and Colossi of Memnon. Departure to Esna. Night on board.
Full board. Visit to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Visit to Abu Simbel Temples by road, which consists of two temples; the Great Temple, built by King Ramses II, and the Small Temple, dedicated to his wife, Nefertari.
Breakfast. Disembarkation. At the indicated time, departure by flight to Cairo. Transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Breakfast. A visit to Giza Plateau, including the Pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Mycerinus, as well as the Great Sphinx. Visit to Papyrus Institute. Possibility of an optional visit to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt and Saqqara Necropolis, which contains the world’s first pyramid, the Step Pyramid. Free time for shopping and visits. Accommodation.
Breakfast. Free time. Possibility of an optional city tour with lunch: Egyptian Museum, Cairo Citadel and Alabaster Mosque, Coptic District, and Khan Elkhalili Bazar.
Breakfast. At the scheduled time, transfer to take a special flight to the origin city. End of our services.
Notes:
· The order of the itinerary may change without affecting the content of the visits.
· Inécia Tours is dedicated to supporting stray animals in archaeological sites during tours while promoting responsible tourism. For more information, please click here.