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DAY 1 | ISTANBUL – LUXOR |
After meeting at Sabiha Gökçen Airport, we depart on Pegasus Airlines flight PC590 at 23:15 for Luxor. Upon arrival at 00:55 local time, we leave the airport and transfer to our hotel in Luxor.
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DAY 2 | LUXOR |
After breakfast at the hotel, we leave our hotel. On our discovery tour on the west bank of the Nile River, our first stop will be the Valley of the Kings. In this fascinating area, where the rock-cut tombs of many pharaohs of Ancient Egypt are located, we follow the traces of the past step by step. Then, we visit the magnificent Hatshepsut Temple, built in honor of Hatshepsut. After our tour, we have dinner at a local restaurant. Then we transfer to the hotel where we will stay. Overnight at our hotel in Luxor.
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DAY 3 | LUXOR – HURGHADA |
After breakfast at the hotel, we visit Karnak Temple, located on the east bank of the Nile River and the largest temple complex in Egypt. This magnificent structure, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, was expanded by different pharaohs over hundreds of years and is highly impressive with its hypostyle hall consisting of 134 massive columns, obelisks, and statues. Then, we visit Luxor Temple in the afternoon. After visiting this temple, which attracts attention with its location on the banks of the Nile and its magnificent structure, we set off for Hurghada. Arrival after an approximately 4–5 hour journey. Accommodation and dinner at our hotel in Hurghada.
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DAY 4 | HURGHADA – CAIRO |
After breakfast at the hotel, free time until the time determined by our guide. During this time, you can enjoy the magnificent Red Sea and the hotel facilities. Then, at the time determined by our guide, our pleasant journey to Egypt’s capital, Cairo, by bus begins. Upon arrival, transfer to our hotel for accommodation. Overnight and dinner in Cairo.
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DAY 5 | CAIRO |
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart to visit the Giza Pyramids, one of the most magnificent legacies of the ancient world. We see the Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, then continue our program with the Great Sphinx. After free time for papyrus and perfume shopping, we visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, and after the tour, transfer to our Cairo hotel after dinner at a local restaurant.
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DAY 6 | CAIRO – ISTANBUL |
After breakfast at the hotel, with the rooms vacated, we begin our Cairo tour by bus. First, Saladin Citadel (Saladin Citadel) , one of the most important works of medieval Islamic architecture, will be visited. The castle, which stands out with its dominant position over Cairo, was used as the administrative center of Egypt for centuries and is also notable for its impressive city view. Then, we will proceed to Old Cairo, one of Egypt’s most important centers. In this historic area, the cultural heritage of the region will be closely explored through its narrow streets, churches, and historical buildings. Continuing our tour, we will visit Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s most famous bazaar. After free time for shopping in this historic bazaar, famous for its spices, handmade products, souvenirs, and traditional Egyptian atmosphere, we have dinner at a local restaurant and transfer to Cairo Sphinx Airport. Flight to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport at 03:05 with Pegasus Airlines flight PC583 and the end of our tour.
‣ Pegasus Airlines economy class flight ticket with Istanbul (Saw) – Luxor / Cairo (Sphinks) – Istanbul (Saw)
‣ Sightseeing and visits specified in the program
‣ Airport meet and greet and round-trip transfers
‣ 5 nights accommodation in 4*-5* hotels
‣ Breakfasts (5 items)
‣ Dinner (5 items)
‣ Luxury bus and professional driving service to be used throughout the tour
‣ Professional guiding service
‣ Airport and security taxes
‣ Local guide service
‣ Local tips
‣ Museum and archaeological site entrance fees (Valley of the Kings – Hatshepsut Temple – Karnak Temple – Luxor Temple - General entrance to the Egyptian Pyramids - Cairo Museum entrance fee – Salah al-Din Citadel)
‣ Lunches
‣ Exit fee for departure from the country
‣ Beverages taken with meals
‣ Personal Expenses
‣ All expenses not specified as included in the price
‣ Travel health insurance
‣ Entrance fees for inside access to the Giza Pyramids
‣ Visa fee of 30 USD is collected at the door
‣ MANDATORY local guide and captain tips (approximately 6-7 USD per person per day)
After meeting at Sabiha Gökçen Airport, we fly to Luxor at 23:15 on Pegasus Airlines flight number PC590. Upon our arrival at 00:55 local time, we leave the airport and transfer to our Luxor hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart from our hotel. On our exploration tour on the west bank of the Nile River, our first stop will be the Valley of the Kings. In this fascinating region, where the rock-cut tombs of many pharaohs of Ancient Egypt are located, we follow the traces of the past step by step. Then, we visit the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, built in honor of Hatshepsut. After our tour, we have dinner at a local restaurant. Later, transfer to the hotel where we will stay. Overnight at our hotel in Luxor.
After breakfast at the hotel, we visit Karnak Temple, located on the east bank of the Nile River and the largest temple complex in Egypt. This magnificent structure, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was expanded over hundreds of years by different pharaohs and is highly impressive with its hypostyle hall consisting of 134 massive columns, obelisks, and statues. Afterwards, we visit Luxor Temple in the afternoon. After our tour of this temple, which stands out with its location on the banks of the Nile and its majestic structure, we set off for Hurghada. Arrival after approximately a 4–5 hour journey. Accommodation and dinner at our hotel in Hurghada.
After breakfast at the hotel, free time until the time determined by our guide. During this time, you can enjoy the magnificent Red Sea and the hotel facilities. Then, at the time determined by our guide, our pleasant journey by bus to Cairo, the capital of Egypt, begins. Upon arrival, transfer to our hotel where we will stay. Overnight and dinner in Cairo.
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we are heading out to visit the Giza Pyramids, one of the most magnificent legacies of the ancient world. We see the Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, then continue our program with the Great Sphinx. After the free time we will give for papyrus and perfume shopping, we visit the Grand Egyptian Museum and, after the dinner we will have at the local restaurant after the tour, transfer to our Cairo hotel.
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we begin our Cairo tour by our bus after checking out of the rooms. First, Saladin Citadel , one of the most important works of medieval Islamic architecture, will be visited. The castle, which stands out with its dominating position over Cairo, has been used as the administrative center of Egypt for centuries and is also notable for its impressive city view. Then, we will proceed to the Old Cairo area, one of the most important centers of Egypt. In this historic area, the cultural heritage of the region will be closely recognized through the narrow streets, churches, and historical structures. In the continuation of our tour, Khan El Khalili, Cairo's most famous bazaar, will be visited. After free time for shopping in this historic bazaar, famous for its spices, handmade products, souvenirs, and traditional Egyptian atmosphere, we will have our dinner at a local restaurant and then transfer to Cairo Sphinx Airport. Flight with Pegasus Airlines on flight PC583 at 03:05 to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport and the end of our tour.