Legacies of Egypt
Overview
Duration
04 Cities
Private tour
Everyday
Are you ready to explore one of the world’s most fascinating civilizations? The Legacies of Egypt tour offers an unforgettable eight days experience, taking you through some of the country’s most iconic sites.
This tour is designed to give you a clear and immersive understanding of Egypt’s past, blending well-known highlights with hidden gems. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a curious traveler, this itinerary breaks down complex histories into engaging stories you can experience firsthand.
Get ready to step back in time and uncover the legacies that have shaped Egypt for millennia.
Itinerary
Day 1Cairo (Arrival)
Arrival to Cairo International Airport, meeting & assistance through passports and customs formalities by the representative of Continental Tours.
Transfer to your hotel by private car or air-conditioned bus.
Overnight
Day 2Cairo - Giza
After breakfast, start a full day visit to the Citadel of Salah Eldin, the Mohamed Ali Mosque, and proceed to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
In the afternoon, continue the tour visiting the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Valley Temple and the papyrus institutes.
In the evening, you can enjoy the Sound & Light Show at the Giza Pyramids (optional).
Overnight
Day 3Abu Simbel - Aswan
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Abu Simbel.
Arrival to Abu Simbel Airport and transfer by bus to visit the Great Temple of Ramses II, the Temple of Nefertari.
Return by plane to Aswan. Arrival to Aswan Airport, meeting & transfer to hotel for refreshment.
Early afternoon, start a tour to visit the High Dam, the Old Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Temple of Philae.
Overnight.
Day 4Aswan - Luxor
After breakfast, enjoy a felucca ride on the Nile to visit the Elephantine Island, the Botanical Garden and the Agha Khan Mausoleum.
In the afternoon, continue to Aswan Airport for departure to Luxor.
Arrival Luxor airport, meeting & transfer to hotel.
Overnight.
Day 5Luxor
After breakfast, cross the Nile by motorboats to the west bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, Deir El Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon.
In the afternoon, visit the Karnak & Luxor Temples.
In the evening, attend the Sound & Light Show at the Karnak Temple (optional).
Overnight.
Day 6Luxor - Cairo
After breakfast, the whole day free at leisure with a possibility of having a full day tour to Denderah & Abydos (optional).
In the afternoon, transfer to Luxor Airport for your return flight to Cairo. Arrival to Cairo Airport, meeting and transfer to your hotel for check in.
Overnight.
Day 7Cairo
After breakfast, the whole day free at leisure with a possibility of having an over day optional excursion to Alexandria (3 hours drive from Cairo) or to the Oasis of Fayoum (1 hour drive from Cairo) or you can spend the day at the Pharaonic Village in Giza (optional).
Overnight
Day 8Cairo (Final Departure)
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure, assistance through formalities provided by the representative of Continental Tours.
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Prices and accommodation
DIAMOND PACKAGE
October 2025 – April 2026
Hotel in Cairo
Cairo Sheraton Hotel & Casino
Hotel in Aswan
Movenpick Resort
Hotel in Luxor
Hilton Resort & Spa
GOLD PACKAGE
October 2025 – April 2026
Hotel in Cairo
Steigenberger Hotel Tahrir
Hotel in Aswan
Basma Hotel
Hotel in Luxor
Pyramisa Hotel
SILVER PACKAGE
October 2025 – April 2026
Hotel in Cairo
President Hotel
Hotel in Aswan
Philae Hotel
Hotel in Luxor
Queens Valley Hotel
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- Summer rates are valid from May 01st until September 30th and Winter rates are valid from October 01st until April 30th.
- Rates are quoted per person per package.
- There is a rate supplement during peak periods (Christmas, New Year’s Eve & Easter holidays).
- The above rates are based on the above-mentioned hotels and Nile cruises, or a similar category in case of unavailability at the time of your booking.
- Hotel accommodations are always based on Continental breakfast with a supplement for other breakfast types. You will be notified about the breakfast types offered at the time of your reservation and their supplements.
- Nile cruises are always on full board basis (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
We offer a flexible child policy for adults traveling with children on holiday:
- Infants from 0 – 1.99 years old are Free of Charge.
- Children from 2 – 5.99 years old are charged only 25% of the package rate.
- Children from 6 – 11.99 years old are charged only 50% of the package rate.
- Adults 12 years old + are charged full package rate.
- The above Children Policy applies only to children who share rooms with their parents (maximum one child sharing parent’s room).
- If your package rate includes domestic flights, ferry boats, or trains, an extra supplement may be applied. Our travel consultants will confirm full Children Policy details before confirming your reservation.
- Once your booking is finalized following email correspondences between you and our travel consultants, you will receive a final detailed quotation and will be asked to select a method of payment to pay a deposit of 25 % of the total cost of the services agreed upon (50 % deposit in Christmas, New Year, & Easter holidays).
- Full payment has to be settled at least five working days before arrival (ten working days in Christmas, New Year, & Easter holidays).
If you decide to cancel your trip, the following charges will be applied:
– From the day of your booking confirmation until 61 days before the arrival date, 15 % of the total tour price will be charged.
– 35 % (50 % in peak periods) of the total tour price if cancelled 60-31 days before the arrival date.
– 50 % (75% in peak periods) of the total tour price if cancelled 30-15 days before the arrival date.
– 100 % of the total tour price if cancelled 14-1 days before the arrival date.
Tipping for a good service is normal in Egypt, but it is not a must. Feel free to show your satisfaction to a service provider by offering a tip.