Egypt · Archaeology

5-Day Ancient Egypt Tour through Cairo, Aswan and Luxor

5 Days Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Cairo's Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum with an Egyptologist guide
02 Visit Aswan's Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and the High Dam
03 Discover Luxor's grand Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple
04 Enjoy optional experiences in Luxor, including a hot air balloon ride or a sound and light show

Embark on a 5-day journey through the heart of ancient Egypt, beginning in Cairo with visits to the awe-inspiring Giza Pyramids, the enigmatic Sphinx, and the world-renowned Egyptian Museum. Travel by sleeper train to Aswan to explore the stunning Philae Temple and the modern marvel of the High Dam. Continue to Luxor, home to the grand Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, with free time for optional experiences such as a hot air balloon ride or a sound and light show. The tour concludes with the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple, and the towering Colossi of Memnon.

Embark on a 5-day journey through the heart of ancient Egypt, beginning in Cairo with visits to the awe-inspiring Giza Pyramids, the enigmatic Sphinx, and the world-renowned Egyptian Museum.

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What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Aswan, Cairo, Luxor

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Cairo's Pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum

Pickup from your hotel in Cairo.
Explore the Giza Plateau, including the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple.
Visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to thousands of ancient artifacts.
Transfer to Cairo train station in the evening.
Board the sleeper train to Aswan.

Overnight: Sleeper train (private cabin).

Meals: Dinner on train.

Day 02

Aswan's Philae Temple and High Dam

Arrive in Aswan and transfer to your 3-star hotel.
Visit Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Explore the High Dam of Aswan.
Optional: Enjoy a felucca ride around the Nile islands (not included).

Overnight stay at a 3-star hotel in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 03

Journey to Luxor and East Bank Temples

Transfer to Luxor by train or private car.
Visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in Egypt.
Explore Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated at night, if time permits.

Overnight stay at a 3-star hotel in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 04

Free Day in Luxor with Optional Activities

Enjoy a free day to explore Luxor at your own pace.

Optional activities (not included)

Sunrise hot air balloon ride over the West Bank.
Visit to the Luxor Museum.
Sound and light show at Karnak Temple.

Overnight stay at a 3-star hotel in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 05

Luxor West Bank and Valley of the Kings

Explore the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings.
Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
Stop by the Colossi of Memnon.
The tour ends in Luxor. Optional return to Cairo by train or domestic flight is not included.

Meals: Breakfast