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7-Day Trip To Cairo, Luxor And Aswan
  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Architecture, Archeology, History

  • Duration

    7 Days

  • Activity Level

    Medium

  • Language

    English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Description

Discover the ancient secrets of the Great Pyramids and Sphinx, immerse yourself in the rich history at the Egyptian Museum, and wander through the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar. Explore Luxor's fascinating Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the colossal statues of Memnon. Marvel at the grandeur of Karnak and Luxor temples before venturing to Aswan to witness the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel temples. Conclude your adventure with visits to Philae Temple, the unfinished obelisk, and the remarkable High Dam.

Highlights
  • Explore the Great Pyramids and Sphinx in Giza Plateau
  • Visit the Egyptian Museum and discover the treasures of Tutankhamen
  • Marvel at the Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque
  • Discover ancient sites in Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings
  • Experience the beauty of Abu Simbel and its impressive temples
  • Day 1: Arrival – Welcome to the land of the Pharaos. expand_more

    Your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport (Arrival procedures), and then he will escort you to the hotel by exclusive air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. At the hotel, the tour manager will assist with a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour. Overnight in Cairo.

  • Day 2: Pyramids and Cairo Sightseeing expand_more

    After breakfast, you will be accompanied by your guide to Giza Plateau to visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus, the famous Sphinx and Valley temple facing the great statue. Then transfer to enjoy the Egyptian Museum, Treasures room for the child King Tutankhamun. Continue driving to Islamic Cairo, where you can explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar. At the end of the tour, Our representative will drive you back to your hotel in Cairo.

  • Day 3: Visit the Citadel of Saladin & Memphis expand_more

    In the morning, after breakfast in your Cairo hotel, our tour guide will pick you up, and you will go ahead to discover the Citadel of Saladin, the seat of the rule for 700 years, and one of the fortresses dating back to the Islamic period. Saladin Al-Ayoubi built it. It houses the most famous mosques in Egypt, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali or the Alabaster Mosque. You will move to Sakkara to discover the Complex of King Djoser, dating back to the third dynasty. This complex is considered the first complete stone construction in ancient Egypt, and it contains the first pyramid in the ancient Egyptian civilization, the step pyramid. You will go to Memphis, the first capital of united ancient Egypt. It was founded by King Narmer in 3100 BC. Besides, you will enjoy visiting the Memphis Museum. In the evening, fly to Luxor. Upon arrival to Luxor, your Licensed tour guide will pick-up you up from Luxor airport and drop-off to the Luxor hotel. 

    (Recommended optional tour in Luxor the hot air balloon & the Sound and light show). Overnight in Luxor.

  • Day 4: The valley of the kings & Hatshepsut temple & Colossi of Memnon. expand_more

    In the morning, after breakfast in your hotel in Luxor, your tour guide will pick-up you to start a wonderful day tour to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a stunning mortuary temple built for the female pharaoh Hatshepsut that is carved into a cliff face and has beautiful terraced gardens. Then Visit the Valley of the Kings, where you can see the tombs of ancient pharaohs, including the famous tomb of King Tutankhamun. The tombs are decorated with intricate paintings and hieroglyphics that tell the story of the pharaoh’s life and journey to the afterlife. The Valley of the Kings is a valley in Egypt where, for nearly 500 years from the 16th to 11th century BC, tombs were constructed for the Pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom. The valley stands on the west bank of the Nile, opposite Thebes (modern Luxor), within the heart of the Theban Necropolis. The wadi consists of two valleys, East Valley and West Valley. Then visit the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that once stood at the entrance to a temple but are now free-standing. Finally, before you return to your Luxor hotel, you can enjoy lunch in a good quality local restaurant, Then drop off at the hotel. Overnight in Luxor.

  • Day 5: Karnak & Luxor temples & Transfer to Aswan expand_more

    At around 7:00 am, Pickup from your Hotel, and your professional tour guide will pick you up via our private A/C vehicle for a wonderful trip to the ancient city of Luxor, the world’s ancient heritage center, and visit the most famous historical sites.

    The tour begins with a visit to the Karnak Temple, one of the world's largest and most impressive temple complexes. The temple was dedicated to the god Amun and was constructed over 2000 years, starting from the Middle Kingdom and ending in the Ptolemaic era. The temple is a testament to the engineering and artistic skills of the ancient Egyptians. It contains numerous statues, columns, and halls that are a wonder to behold—next, the tour proceeds to the Luxor Temple, another impressive temple complex in Luxor's heart. The temple was built over 3000 years ago and dedicated to Amun. The temple’s grandeur is a testament to the power and wealth of the pharaohs who built it and offers an incredible insight into the culture and beliefs of ancient Egypt. The tour ends after the tour of Karnak and Luxor temples. You will travel to Aswan via our Modern private Air-conditioned car. Overnight in Aswan.

  • Day 6: Abu Simbel Day Tour expand_more

    The tour begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Aswan, followed by a drive to Abu Simbel Temple. Abu Simbel is a site of unparalleled beauty showcasing ancient Egypt's finest craftsmanship. Two temples, each with their unique style, were built during the reign of King Ramses II in 1200 B.C. One temple is dedicated to King Ramses II, while the other is to his beloved wife, T Queen Nefertari. These rock-cut structures are adorned with exquisite carvings, hand-carved pillars, wall paintings, statues, and other magnificent artwork that will impress any visitor. The attention to detail and the level of craftsmanship on display are truly remarkable, and visiting Abu Simbel is an essential experience for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian history and culture. Tour Ends: Our representative will drive you back to your Aswan Hotel at the end of the Tour.

  • Day 7: Philae & Hatshepsut’s Unfinished Obelisk & Airport Transfer expand_more

    After breakfast in your Aswan hotel, your Egyptologist tour guide will pick you up from your hotel In Aswan to enjoy a day tour In the amazing city of Aswan. Visit the Majestic Philae Temple by boat. Move on to visit the majestic Philae Temple, which was built In honour of Goddess Isis, the chief goddess of the Island. Then you will Visit the unfinished obelisk and Aswan Granite Quarries. Then visit the High Dam. We’ll Start the tour with a visit to the High Dam, an engineering miracle built in 1960 to protect Egypt from annual floods from the Nile River. Finally, our tour guide will drop-off you to Aswan international airport to fly to Cairo.

What's Included
  • Pick-up service at Cairo international airport
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Modern Private Air Conditioned Car
  • Three days Cairo tours
  • Transfer to CIA and Pick up at Luxor airport
  • Two days tours in Luxor
  • Transfer via modern private A/C car
  • 1-day tour to Abu Simbel 
  • 1-day tour in Aswan
  • Transfer to Aswan Airport
  • Bottled mineral water
  • Tour permission
  • Service charges and taxes
What's Excluded
  • Entrance tickets
  • Tipping
Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 25 USD 785 Per Person
Child
1 To 2 USD 575 Per Person
3 To 4 USD 325 Per Person
5 To 25 USD 275 Per Person

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USD 785 / person