15 Day Egypt Family Tour Package

When you arrive at Cairo International Airport, a person from Aten Tours will meet you inside the building holding a sign with your name on it. Then you will go in a air-conditioned car to your hotel in Cairo. After you check into the hotel the same person will go over the 15 day Egypt family vacation package itinerary with you. Make sure the times for your upcoming tours are set correctly so your family holiday in Egypt is smooth and fun.

Have a drink and spend the night at your hotel in Cairo.

Meals: Welcome drink

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast at your hotel meet your tour guide and start exploring Egypt's ancient wonders. Go to the Giza Pyramids, which were built for the pharaohs Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure and look at the amazing Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple of King Khafre. Take a camel ride around the pyramids with a local Bedouin guide and take pictures of these amazing buildings.

Head to Tahrir Square in the center of Cairo for a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum. See a collection of ancient Egyptian statues, coffins and items from the past while learning about the interesting history and civilization of the pharaohs.

After the museum have lunch at a restaurant and then go back to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast meet your tour guide and explore the rich religious and cultural heritage of Old Cairo. Start with a tour of Coptic Cairo visiting the Hanging Church, which is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus which is linked to the Holy Family's journey through Egypt.

Then go to the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the historically important Jewish places in Cairo and find out more about the different religions that have shaped the city.

Have lunch at a restaurant and then go to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the most well-known traditional markets in Cairo. Look through the stalls that have souvenirs, handicrafts, jewelry, spices and gifts from Egypt and take in the exciting energy of this old shopping area.

At the end of the day go back to your hotel for an evening.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast check out of your Cairo hotel and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport. Board your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival meet your Aten Tours representative and transfer to your Nile cruise ship. Begin a family holiday with a Nile cruise experience in Egypt with our Egypt Nile Cruise Packages.

After boarding start your sightseeing tour in Luxor with visits to the Karnak Temple complex and the Luxor Temple. These are two of the impressive religious sites from ancient Egypt. See the columns, the tall statues and learn about the history. Discover the stories of the pharaohs who built them including Amenhotep III.

Return to your Nile cruise ship. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board. Take in the views as you prepare for the next part of your journey along the Nile River.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Overnight: Nile cruise

Start your day with breakfast on board the Nile cruise ship. Then meet your tour guide for a memorable journey through the ancient wonders of Luxor’s West Bank, part of your Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan experience.

Begin at the Valley of the Kings the burial site where many pharaohs were laid to rest in tombs carved deep into the mountain walls. Each tomb is filled with paintings and carvings that tell the story of life after death in ancient Egypt.

Next visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a structure built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. This temple is not only beautiful but also a tribute to one of ancient Egypt’s most powerful female rulers. Learn about her rise to power her reign and her lasting legacy.

Afterward head to the Colossi of Memnon two stone statues that have stood for thousands of years. These ancient statues once guarded the entrance to the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. They are among the recognizable landmarks on the West Bank.

After the tour return to your Nile cruise ship for a lunch. Then set sail toward Edfu enjoying the peaceful river views and the gentle rhythm of the Nile. As the sun sets, relax on board. Savor a warm dinner. This is a time to reflect on the day’s discoveries while taking in the calm beauty of the river.

For an unforgettable experience you can add a hot air balloon ride over Luxor. Float above the temples the lush green fields and the sandy desert. See the scale of the monuments from the sky. This is a way to see Luxor’s beauty from a new perspective.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Overnight: Nile cruise

Start your day with a breakfast on the Nile cruise. Then meet the expert Egyptologist guide. Head to the magnificent Edfu Temple. The Edfu Temple is dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Is a well‑preserved Ptolemaic temple that gives you interesting knowledge about ancient Egyptian religion, mythology and royal traditions.

After the visit go back to the cruise ship. Keep sailing toward Kom Ombo. When you arrive explore the Kom Ombo Temple. The Kom Ombo Temple is a temple that honors Sobek, the crocodile god and Haroeris a form of Horus. Take time to see its architecture and ancient carvings then return to the ship.

Have lunch on the cruise ship while the Nile cruise moves toward Aswan. In the evening enjoy dinner. Feel the energy of a traditional Nubian show. The Nubian show brings entertainment to the night.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Overnight: Nile cruise in Aswan

Start the day by having breakfast on the ship. Next explore Aswan city. Begin with the Aswan High Dam. The Aswan High Dam is an engineering achievement that controls the Nile floods and the Aswan High Dam supplies Egypt with both water and power.

Next board a boat that sails to Philae Temple. Philae Temple is a sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis. The temple sits on an island in the Nile. Look at the columns and detailed reliefs. Enjoy the surroundings while learning about the fascinating history.

After Philae Temple go to the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries of Aswan. The unfinished obelisk is a monument that shows how ancient Egyptian craftsmen carved obelisks from solid stone and the unfinished obelisk reminds us of their skill. The guide will explain why this monument was abandoned and how it helps historians understand stoneworking methods.

When the Aswan sightseeing tour is finished, return to the Nile cruise ship. Enjoy the rest of the day on board.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Overnight: Nile cruise

Enjoy your breakfast on board your Nile cruise before you check out and disembark in Aswan. For an optional excursion you may visit the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples. These Abu Simbel Temples were built by Ramses II. Are famous for their huge statues and impressive ancient Egyptian architecture. You can arrange this excursion by road or by air depending on availability.

After that your representative will take you to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo. When you arrive in Cairo you will meet your driver. Travel in a private air‑conditioned vehicle to your hotel.

Spend the evening relaxing at your hotel and preparing for the adventure of your Egypt family vacation.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast you meet your tour guide. Travel about 90 kilometers from Cairo to discover the natural beauty and historical treasures of El Fayoum. You begin your excursion at Karanis, a Greco‑Roman archaeological site from the Ptolemaic period, where you can explore the remains of an ancient settlement.

Next you continue to the Hawara Pyramid, built during the reign of Pharaoh Amenemhat III in the 12th Dynasty. You learn about its significance and the architectural achievements of Egypt’s Middle Kingdom.

Then you discover the waterwheels of El Fayoum locally called Sawaqi. These historic structures played a role in irrigation and agriculture. Remain an important symbol of the region.

After that you continue to Wadi El Rayan, an area famous, for its picturesque waterfalls and scenic lakes. Then you visit Lake Qarun, one of Egypt’s natural lakes, where you can enjoy beautiful landscapes and observe local birdlife.

After a day exploring El Fayoum’s ancient sites and natural attractions you travel back to your hotel in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Overnight: Cairo

Have breakfast at your hotel in Cairo before meeting the Aten Tours representative for a transfer to Cairo International Airport. Take a flight to Sharm El Sheikh, the lovely Red Sea resort town famous for its sandy beaches and clear blue waters.

When you arrive the representative will welcome you at Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Organize your ride to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day unwinding on the beach soaking up the sun or wandering around the resort at your speed.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Sharm El Sheikh

Begin your day with a breakfast at the hotel. Then spend a day exploring the natural beauty of Sharm El Sheikh. Swim in the Red Sea, Relax on the beaches. Try fun water activities such as snorkeling and scuba diving.

If you want an adventure take a boat trip to Ras Mohammed National Park. This park is one of the famous marine spots in the Red Sea. Explore its coral reefs. Meet marine life. Admire the waters that make this place a paradise for snorkeling lovers.

Return to the hotel in the evening. Enjoy a night in Sharm El Sheikh.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Sharm El Sheikh

Start your day with breakfast at your hotel. Then pick one of the optional trips in Sharm El Sheikh.

If you’re up for a desert trip try quad biking and a camel safari through the Sinai land. Ride over dunes look at the big mountain views and get a real taste of the Bedouin way of life. It’s a way to see the area and feel the adventure.

Go on a glass-bottom boat trip in Sharm El Sheikh. See the Red Sea underwater world without getting wet. Watch fish, colorful coral and all kinds of sea creatures through the clear bottom of the boat. It’s relaxing and full of surprises.

When your trip ends head back to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day however you like. Relax, read or just enjoy the view.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Sharm El Sheikh

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh before you check out. Then you will be taken by a air‑conditioned vehicle to the airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo. When you arrive in Cairo a representative will meet you. Take you to your hotel in Cairo for check‑in.

You can spend the rest of the day relaxing at your hotel in Cairo or exploring Cairo on your own. Then you will continue your adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast meet your Egyptologist guide and head to Alexandria, the beautiful Mediterranean city that was founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC. As part of your Family tour to Cairo Luxor Aswan and Sharm El Sheikh, you will spend a day exploring Alexandria’s rich history, its impressive landmarks and its coastal charm.

Start your sightseeing at Pompey’s Pillar, a Roman monument located at the ancient Serapeum site. Then move on to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an underground burial complex that shows a unique mix of ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman art and architecture.

Next visit the Citadel of Qaitbay a coastal fortress built on the very spot where the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria once stood. Along the way pass by the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a striking cultural center inspired by the legendary ancient library of Alexandria.

Have lunch at a local seafood restaurant with views of the Mediterranean Sea. Afterward return to Cairo by vehicle. Spend the evening relaxing at your hotel after a day of discovery in Alexandria.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Overnight: Cairo

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel before you check out. Your representative will set up a air‑conditioned ride to Cairo International Airport so you can catch your flight on time.

Your 15‑day Egypt family vacation package ends today leaving you with memories of Egypt’s ancient monuments a cruise, on the Nile, the Red Sea beaches and the country’s rich history and culture.

Thank you for traveling with Aten Tours. We wish you a safe journey home and hope to welcome you to Egypt soon.

Meals: Breakfast