8 Day Egypt Tour

There is a possibility of upgrading the room in the hotel in Giza. The cruise ships also have a few suites that we can book for you on request. We will inform you about upgrade possibilities and prices for each tour date before your Egypt tour.

The first day of 8 days in Egypt tour is dedicated to arrivals and your flight can arrive any time on that day. The most convenient time to arrive is around noon (early afternoon) to have time to rest before dinner.  The last day of 8 days in Egypt tour (8th day) is dedicated to departures and you can depart any time on that day. The check-out time in the hotel is at 12pm on the 8th day. We organize the reception at the airport for our guests at any time, even for the flights arriving late at night. We also organize the transfers back to the airport for early morning or night departure flights.

We can organize your reception at the airport one day early and arrange the additional booking in our hotel in Giza. We can also book additional nights for you after the end of your Egypt tour.

Our guests can book their flights individually and send us the copy of their flights schedule. If you need any assistance with the international flights booking, we can find the best flight options from your place of residence and also make the booking for you. Please send us an email or call our office, if you would like us to help you with your flights

Our Egypt itinerary 8 days includes all of the major attractions and is sure to please you. Additional excursions are available for guests who would like to add on to our standard Egypt 8 day itinerary. 
The additional excursions are scheduled around the main itinerary to avoid any conflicts should you choose to add them to your trip. 
Below is a list of sites and excursions you can add to your trip. 

Grand Staircase Gallery Visit - $155
Embark on a mesmerizing adventure through the Grand Egyptian Museum with Inside Egypt! Discover the awe-inspiring wonders that await within the captivating Grand Hall. Marvel at the colossal statue of King Ramesses II, alongside the majestic column of King Merneptah. Immerse yourself in the enchanting ambiance of the Ptolemaic era as you behold the exquisite statues of ancient kings and queens. Prepare to be awestruck as you ascend the Grand Staircase Gallery, an architectural marvel stretching an impressive 64 meters. Towering 24 meters high and boasting a width of 85 meters at the bottom, tapering to 17 meters at the top, these majestic stairs are adorned with 72 extraordinary artifacts. Delve into the fascinating narrative of "The Journey Towards Eternity," brought to life by statues of iconic figures such as King Khafre, King Menkaure, Hatshepsut, Ramesses II, and Amenhotep III. As you reach the pinnacle of the "Grand Staircase," prepare to be spellbound by a breathtaking panoramic vista. Gaze upon the legendary Giza Plateau and the iconic Pyramids, painting a picture of ancient majesty and grandeur. But the adventure doesn't end there! Venture into the commercial area and explore the serene exterior gardens, where the Hanging Obelisk of King Ramses II stands proudly, a testament to the magnificence of ancient Egypt.

Hot air balloon trip over Luxor and the Nile river - $155

For unbeatable views of Luxor's famous temples, take a hot-air balloon trip over the River Nile's West Bank. Away from the crowds in the peaceful glow of dawn, your sunrise flight over Egypt's ancient monuments promises to be a highlight of your visit. The hot air balloon trip will give you the opportunity to take the most stunning photographs.

Entrance to the man-made mountain of Abu Simbel - $390

With Inside Egypt you will have an opportunity to see this temple from a completely different perspective. View the temple from the inside of a man-made mountain  erected to support the temple of Abu Simbel in its new location. You can go inside the mountain of Abu Simbel itself to see the dome and construction of the temple and learn more about the behind-the-scenes work of archaeologists on this unique complex. The site has been closed to tourists for almost 20 years.

A magical visit to the magnificent Luxor Temple in the evening after dark - $90

The Luxor Temple is filled with blinding sunlight by day and the faces change at night. The sculptures and reliefs appear to come to life and tell their story with great expressions. At night, when the dark sky is dotted with stars, the atmospheric light falling on the walls of the temple brings out details that are invisible in the sunlight.

Payment for these additional excursions can be via credit card or cash during the tour. Credit card payments include a 2.5% processing fee charged by the bank system. 
Please inform your tour leader upon arrival if you would like to take part in any of these optional excursions.

Fayoum tour: a 1-day add-on for the standard arrival day (Day 1)
Embark on an enriching single-day excursion to Fayoum, adding a special touch to your standard arrival day experience. This full-day tour kicks off post breakfast with a comfortable hour-and-a-half journey in an air-conditioned coach. Once in Fayoum, we switch to an exciting 4x4 safari mode to explore Wadi El Hitan, a distinguished UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its remarkable whale fossils. Following this, we will have the opportunity to visit the scenic Magic Lake, where activities like swimming or sandboarding may be part of the agenda. A delightful lunch awaits at a local restaurant before we proceed to Qasr Qarun Temple for a cultural experience. As dusk falls, we will make our way back to our Cairo hotel, wrapping up a memorable day of exploration and discovery.
Price: $375 per person

If you wish to participate in our optional 1-day add-on, taking place on the standard arrival day, please indicate this tour when booking your Egypt tour via the booking form on our website. You will need to purchase an extra night in a hotel in Cairo before the tour starts. This can also be completed via our booking form on the website.

Alexandria tour: a 1-day add-on for the standard departure day (Day 8)
Alexandria was founded by (and named for) Alexander the Great in the fourth century B.C. Its strategic location on the Mediterranean Sea made it a successful commercial and political center, which it remains to this day. It was the capital of the Ptolemaic Dynasty, the last dynasty of Egypt and also one of its greatest. Although much of the 2,000-year-old city is covered by today’s modern infrastructure, there is still a lot of ancient Egypt to see there. Under the Ptolemies, the Library of Alexandria – the ancient world’s single greatest archive of knowledge – was created, along with Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. We’ll visit the modern library, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, located on a magnificent site in the Eastern Harbor; the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa; and the Greco-Roman Museum. We will also see the Qaitbay fort from the outside. Lunch will take place at a seafood restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean.
We’ll return to Cairo and enjoy dinner at the hotel. The add-on’s price does not include an extra night at the Marriott Mena House Hotel in Giza. 
Price: $315 per person 

If you wish to participate in our optional 1-day add-on, taking place on the standard departure day, please indicate this tour when booking your Egypt tour via the booking form on our website. You will need to purchase an extra night in a hotel in Cairo after the tour ends. This can also be completed via our booking form on the website.

Jordan 5-day add-on tour package, after GOLDEN HIGHLIGHTS OF EGYPT tour (Days 9-14)
We’ve organized an exceptional tour package to Jordan, often called the jewel of the Middle East, with unique opportunities to visit ancient cities, admire the magnificent rock formations in the desert, and even swim in the Dead Sea. You’ll get to know the ancient city of Petra and the modern King Abdullah Mosque in Amman, the capital of Jordan. You will visit Wadi Rum, a protected desert reserve in the southern part of Jordan, often called the Valley of the Moon, known for its red-pink sands, stunning natural arches and imposing mountains, and prehistoric rock engravings. Wadi Rum Protected Area was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011. You will end your trip with a wonderful visit to the Dead Sea, where the water is so salty you will float in it.

Day 1: Departure from Cairo & Arrival in Amman 
You’ll fly from Cairo to Amman, Jordan, where our representative will be waiting for you holding our company sign. You will then be transferred to your hotel.
Enjoy dinner and your overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Amman City Tour 
Breakfast at the hotel.
You will start the day with a city tour to explore the highlights of Amman. The Roman Theater dates back to the second century, when the city was known as Philadelphia (literally “the city of brotherly love” in Greek). The theater could seat 6,000 and was commissioned by Emperor Antonius Pius.

Next, you will visit the Citadel of Amman. The complex consists of a number of structures built during the Bronze and Iron Ages and the Roman, Byzantine and Umayyad eras. At the Temple of Hercules, you’ll see the enormous hand that is believed to have been part of a massive Roman statue of the famous hero himself. The two complete pillars there are 30 feet tall and it’s believed that the temple would have reached more than 40 feet in height. Then you’ll visit the Umayyad Palace, the best-preserved structure at Amman Citadel. The palace includes a huge cistern which was used to transport water to the palace.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Drive to Petra, where we’ll enjoy dinner and stay overnight at the Petra Marriott Hotel.

Day 3: Wadi Rum Desert
After breakfast, you’ll start the day at Wadi Rum, also known as the Valley of the Moon for its otherworldly rock formations. This is where the films Lawrence of Arabia and The Martian, among others, were shot.  It is the largest wadi (valley) in Jordan, set on a high plateau at the western edge of the Arabian Desert. Human occupation of Wadi Rum dates back 12,000 years, and on today’s SUV safari, you will learn about the ancient and modern Bedouin lifestyle and the animals that make this arid zone their home. 
You’ll have free time to relax in the afternoon.
Return to the hotel for dinner. 

Day 4: Petra Breakfast at the hotel.
Today, you’ll visit breathtaking Petra, made world-famous when it was featured in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Its rock-cut tombs and temples were carved into the cliffs more than 2,000 years ago. You will see the mysteries of the “Rose Red City,” the most famous and impressive of which is known as the Treasury, although in reality it was a tomb for a Nabataean king. Its facade reveals many Roman and ancient Greek influences, and it may have been used as a Christian church in Byzantine times.
Lunch at a local restaurant.

Next, we will drive to Shobak Castle, the most important Crusader castle in Jordan, followed by a visit to St. George’s Church in Madaba, which contains the oldest and largest floor-mosaic map of the Holy Land, dating to the sixth century. We will then travel to Mount Nebo, where the Bible says Moses was given his first look at the Promised Land. The panoramic view takes in the Dead Sea, and you might be able to see as far as Jericho and Jerusalem.
Next we’ll check in to our hotel at the Dead Sea. At more than 1,000 feet below sea level, the Dead Sea is the lowest land elevation in the world. It is also one of the saltiest lakes in the world, so much so that you can float in it.
Dinner and overnight at hotel at the Dead Sea.

Day 5: Departure
Transfer to Amman for your flight from Queen Alia International Airport.

Included:
Transfer from the hotel in Cairo to airport before/after your Egypt 8 day itinerary1-way flight from Cairo to Amman
Pickup at Queen Alia International Airport and transport to hotel in Amman
Transportation in modern air-conditioned private vehicle with an English-speaking driver
Local English-speaking guide
Luxury 5-star hotel accommodation
Entrance fees to all sites on the itinerary
2-hour 4x4 tour in Wadi Rum
3 meals per day
Bottled water
Visa to Jordan (if we receive your full passport details a few days prior to arrival date)

Not included:
Drinks
 
Price: $3655 per person for a double room (deposit is $500 per person during booking; full payment is due 90 days before the tour). Single supplement costs $1265. 

Download our Egypt Travel Brochure.

If you wish to participate in our optional Jordan 5-day add-on, please indicate this tour when booking your Egypt 8 day tour via the booking form on our website. You will need to purchase an extra night in a hotel in Cairo after the tour ends. This can also be completed via our booking form on the website.

In the event that the tour is canceled by the company, organizer, the deposit will be fully refunded. Otherwise, the deposit is non-refundable. Tour operator accept to book another date of the same tour that you will book it.
If the Traveler cancelled the tour have to send to contact@inside-egypt.com to update the Travel Consultant and receive the cancellation email.
●    For cancellation 60 days before the tour begins, the customer will receive a full refund less the deposit.
●   For cancellation made 30 days before the tour begins, refunds will vary depending on expenses incurred by the tour organizer. Cases will vary based on arrangements and payments made by Inside Egypt.
●    Cancellation made 20 days or less before the tour begins is non-refundable.
●    During the cancellation no refund of the sightseeing tickets, additional nights, rooms upgrades, unused site ticket meals, accommodation, or any other activities or services included in the tour are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

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