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A Tour of Cairo and the Nile Valley in Egypt
A Classic Egypt Tour, featuring Cairo’s iconic landmarks, the temples of the Nile Valley, and the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
- Days
- 7
- Stops
- 5
- Mapped stops
- 5
- Mapped distance
- 1,181.2 km
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1 stops · 19.6 km · 30 minDay 3
1 stops · 640.4 km · 7 hr 10 minDay 4
1 stops · 17.5 km · 30 minDay 5
1 stops · 503.8 km · 6 hr 20 minMap explore
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Egypt
A Tour of Cairo and the Nile Valley in Egypt
Day 1
Pyramids of Giza
Pyramids of Giza is a cultural attraction with exhibits or collections that help explain the destination's art, history, science, or local identity. It is a strong indoor stop for travelers who want context beyond sightseeing landmarks.
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Day 2
Egyptian Museum Cairo
The Egyptian Museum (Cairo Museum) is the world's oldest and largest repository of ancient Egyptian antiquities, housing over 120,000 artifacts including the complete treasures of Tutankhamun's tomb. Founded in 1902 in a neo-classical building on Tahrir Square, its galleries span 5,000 years of pharaonic civilization from predynastic times to the Greco-Roman period. The museum's celebrated collection is in the process of being transferred to the new Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza pyramids.
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Day 3
Luxor Temple
Luxor Temple is a magnificent ancient Egyptian sanctuary built primarily by Amenhotep III and Ramesses II around 1400–1200 BC, dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship. Located in the heart of modern Luxor on the east bank of the Nile, its towering pylons, colonnaded courtyards, and colossal statues are illuminated spectacularly at night. A processional sphinx avenue originally connected it to the great Karnak Temple complex 3 km away.
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Day 4
Valley of the Kings
Valley of the Kings is a dramatic natural geological feature , showcasing the powerful forces that have shaped the landscape over millennia. The area draws visitors interested in Earth's geological heritage and offers a striking encounter with the raw natural forces that continue to define this remarkable environment.
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Day 5
Abu Simbel Temples
Abu Simbel Temples is a religious and cultural landmark with architectural, historical, or spiritual significance. It is worth visiting for its atmosphere, craftsmanship, and role in the local heritage.
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