The Best Easter Trip in Egypt

The Giza pyramids:

The Giza plateau is in the vast desert, the land of the dead. Guarded by the Great  Pyramids and Sphinx, the plateau is dominated by the massive pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. To the south of the Great Sphinx, lies the cemetery and Town of the Pyramids Builders.

The pyramids are indeed remarkable feats of engineering. But the question is

The pyramids were constructed in the 4th dynasty, but Giza remained important through the New Kingdom and the 3rd intermediate period.

There are so many theories about the techniques of the construction of the pyramids.

Notes: Tickets for entry inside the pyramids aren’t included.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before heading to the White Desert. This desert gets its name from the chalk and limestone layer that partially covers the landscape, remnants from tens of millions of years ago when the area was submerged under the sea. You can still find sea urchins, shells, and even coral reefs near the Libyan Desert. 

Next, visit the Black Desert, known for its volcano-shaped mountains covered with small black stones, and the Valley of El Haize, located near the Bahariya Oasis. You'll also witness the dazzling Crystal Mountain and the majestic Valley of Agabat. 

Spend the night camping in the White Desert, where you'll enjoy a delicious dinner and appreciate the stunning sunset. 

Overnight camping in the White Desert.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast today, we'll explore the most stunning formations in the White Desert. These natural sculptures, shaped like rabbits, mushrooms, and various other forms, appear man-made but are entirely natural. You'll have plenty of opportunities to take photos and visit some hot water springs. Afterward, we'll transfer you back to Cairo from the Bahariya Oasis for an overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel before transferring to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you'll meet our representative from Happy Egypt who will guide you on your Aswan tour

The High Dam:

There are two dams in Aswan, the Aswan Dam (the British Dam) which was constructed in 1889, and the High Dam which was built during the reign of President Nasser.

The High Dam is like the double height of the old dam. The dam has some pros and cons, such as the electricity and the displacement of the Nubians because of the lake.

Lake Nasser is the largest artificial lake in the world, 500 KM long.

The dam protects Egypt against high and low floods.

Philae Temple:

 in the Asawn day tour you will see the island of Philae was called by the Egyptians “Philae” or “the end” and then “Philae” by the Greeks and “Philae” right now it is one of the most important attractions in Aswan.

It was very important for the Egyptians because they thought that the River Nile started there, and also due to the artificial tomb of the God Osiris made by his consort goddess Isis to deceive the god Seth.

It houses many structures, the biggest and the most intact is the temple of Isis (the magic goddess). This temple was begun in 280 BC and completed in 80 BC.

All of the structures of Philae were dismantled into 40000 pieces and moved to the Island of Agalika, which bears the name of Philae. The real Philae was lost under the water

The Unfinished Obelisk:

Egypt travel packages help you to know more about the granite quarry on the east bank of Aswan was used to cut the statues, coffins, boxes, sarcophagi, and obelisks for the kings.

Thanks to the unfinished obelisk, it gives us the light of the technique of making it.

When the workers finished the obelisk in the quarry, they took it to the river to transport it to the temples. It was very hard work.

Just five obelisks are found in Egypt now. Thirteen Egyptian obelisks are in Italy. Seven are in London. One is in Paris. One is in Istanbul and one is in New York. This one is not finished due to the natural cracks in its body.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Kom Ombo Temple: 

Morning:  Following breakfastContinue your journey to Kom Ombo. (the hill of gold) is famous for its temple and sugar factory.

The temple was built during the time of the Greeks and Romans in Egypt. It was dedicated to Horus and Sobek, which is why the temple looks like two temples united in one, with two sanctuaries. know more during your Egypt day tours.

Our tour guide will tell you a lot about Aswan attraction that it was very famous as a sanatorium so there are seven medical clinics in the back of the temple. The 1st part of the temple is cut off by Muhammad Ali to build the sugar factory.

Among the beautiful scenes in the temple is the most exciting scene of the surgical tools.

A nilometer to measure the level of the flood is to the left of the temple.

A crocodile museum was recently built in the vicinity of the temple with some crocodile mummies.

Edfu Temple:

The city of Edfu is midway between Luxor and Aswan. It is about 110 K.M from each city. It is famous for the Greek temple of the God Horus.

Edfu was known as (Behdit) “where the god was exalted” in Ancient Egypt. Its temple is one of the most intact temples in Egypt. It was begun in 237 BC and finished after 180 years. It was dedicated to the God Horus (Apollo) and his festival “the Beautiful Union”.

You will approach the temple by the Mamisi or (the birth house).

 In Aswan day tours there are some amazing scenes as the scenes of the first pylon and the inner rooms such as the festival scene, the foundation scene, and the famous scene of the battle of Horus and Seth.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Indulge in a delightful local food breakfast served at the hotel before embarking on a fascinating excursion to the renowned

The Karnak Temple:

The Karnak temple complex is the largest religious complex ever built in the universe. The “Karnak” is the Arabic for “the fort” or “the protected area” but the complex was known as ” pr _ Imn” or” the house of Amon” for the ancient Egyptians, after the name was changed by the Greeks to “ipt _ swt” or “the northern thrones”. The complex was dedicated to the god Imn ” the hidden “, who was just a little, unknown local deity. When Luxor became the capital of Egypt, the god’s importance was increased. He then became like a national god. He was the creator, the sustainer, and the lord of the gods. His consort was the goddess Mut. The couple adopted the god “Khonsu” the moon god..

Following your Karnak Temple exploration, prepare for an extraordinary tour of Luxor Temple.

Luxor Temple:

Built by King Amenhotep III, Ramses II, Tutankhamun, and other Pharaohs, this iconic temple stands as a testament to ancient Egyptian grandeur and architectural prowess.

Afterward, you'll be transferred back to your hotel in Luxor for an overnight stay, concluding a day filled with exploration and cultural immersion.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Today, expand your Luxor tour to include the prominent sites of the West Bank of the Nile River. 

Valley of the Kings

Begin with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, where the Pharaohs of ancient Egypt's New Kingdom chose to construct their burial tombs, carefully secluded from tomb thieves. Believing in resurrection akin to the daily journey of the sun from west to east, they prepared elaborate resting places for the afterlife.

Hatshepsut Temple

After visiting the Valley of the Kings, continue your journey by exploring the remarkable Queen Hatshepsut Temple. This architectural marvel stands as a testament to the powerful personality of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most renowned female pharaohs. Marvel at the temple's impressive design and intricate reliefs, which reflect the queen's prosperous reign and ambitious building projects.

Colossi of Memnon.

Following your exploration of the temple, be sure to admire the grandeur of the Colossi of Memnon. These towering statues of Amenhotep III command attention with their imposing presence, serving as enduring symbols of ancient Egyptian civilization's magnificence and significance.

After marveling at the Queen Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon, you will be transferred to your hotel in Hurghada for an overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Enjoy your tasty buffet breakfast in Hurghada hotel and have a beautiful beach day in Hurghada at leisure or you can have a choice between our diversity of Hurghada Tours and Excursions.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Indulge in a delicious breakfast at your hotel before being transferred to Hurghada Airport for your return flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, you'll have the remainder of the day at your leisure. Alternatively, you can explore the oldest bazaar in Egypt for a delightful shopping experience.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.

Meals: Breakfast