Egypt · Archaeology

8-Day Egypt Highlights Tour with Cairo, Aswan and Luxor Temples

8 Days Round trip from Oruba، Road، El Nozha Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Giza Pyramids, the Step Pyramid in Saqqara, and the ruins of Memphis
02 Explore Aswan and see the High Dam, Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk
03 Discover historical secrets at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities
04 Go to the Citadel of Saladin and Coptic Cairo in Cairo city
05 See the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, Karnak Temples, and Luxor Temple

Enjoy a sightseeing tour in Egypt, from the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx to Saqqara's Pyramid of Djoser and the ancient ruins of Memphis. In Cairo, explore the artefacts of the Egyptian Museum, the Citadel of Salah El-Din, and Coptic Cairo before flying to Aswan. Continue with visits to the High Dam, Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk, then travel to Luxor to discover Kom Ombo, Edfu, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, Karnak, and Luxor Temple.

Enjoy a sightseeing tour in Egypt, from the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx to Saqqara's Pyramid of Djoser and the ancient ruins of Memphis.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Premium

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Saqqara, Memphis

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Cairo

On arrival at Cairo International Airport, meet the representative, who will assist you with all formalities and transfer you by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo.
Check in at your hotel.

No meals are included.
Overnight in Cairo.

Day 02

Giza Pyramids, Saqqara and Memphis Tour

Today, start your tour at the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx.
Then, head to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid Complex and visit the Open-Air Museum in Memphis.
Have lunch and then return to your hotel in Cairo.

Breakfast and lunch are included.

Overnight in Cairo.

Day 03

Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin and Coptic Cairo

Visit the Egyptian Museum, where you can learn about the history of Egyptian civilization.
Then, go to see the Citadel of Salah El-Din, which houses one of the most famous historical mosques.
Later, enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant.
After the tour, return to the hotel.

Breakfast and lunch are included.

Overnight in Cairo.

Day 04

Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple and Unfinished Obelisk

Board a morning flight from Cairo to Aswan. On arrival, meet your local tour guide in Aswan and start your tour.
Visit the Aswan High Dam, the world's largest embankment dam, and go to Philae Temple, which was relocated to Aglika Island.
See the huge structure of the Unfinished Obelisk.
After the day tour, check in at your hotel in Aswan.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Overnight in Aswan.

Day 05

Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples en route to Luxor

Leave your hotel in Aswan and drive towards Luxor. On the way, visit the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris in Kom Ombo, followed by the Temple of Horus in Edfu.
Upon arrival in Luxor, transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight.

Breakfast is included.

Overnight in Luxor.

Day 06

Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon

After breakfast, visit the Valley of the Kings, famous for its royal tombs, and go to the Temple of Deir El Bahari, a complex of mortuary temples.
See the two massive structures at the Colossi of Memnon.
After the tour, return to the hotel to have some rest.
Spend the afternoon at leisure on your own to explore the city of Luxor.

Breakfast is included.

Overnight in Luxor.

Day 07

Karnak Temples Complex and Luxor Temple

Enjoy your wonderful buffet breakfast before exploring the east bank of Luxor.
Visit the Karnak Temples Complex and the famous Luxor Temple.
After this tour, transfer to Luxor Airport to catch your domestic flight to Cairo.

Breakfast is included.

Overnight in Cairo.

Day 08

Departure from Cairo

Check out from your hotel in Cairo after breakfast. Later, meet your representative, who will transfer you to Cairo International Airport in order to catch your flight back home.

Breakfast is included.

Where this trip takes you

Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Nile-side Philae Temple, Karnak Temple

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Oruba، Road، El Nozha 8 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Meet and assist by our English-speaking representatives upon arrival and departure
04 nights' accommodation at a comfortable 4* hotel in Cairo on a bed and breakfast meal plan
01 night's accommodation at a comfortable 4* hotel in Aswan on a bed and breakfast meal plan
02 nights' accommodation at a comfortable 4* hotel in Luxor on a bed and breakfast meal plan
Local English-speaking tour guides at all the indicated historical sites
Entrance fees to all the indicated historical sites and attractions
Round-trip domestic flight tickets Cairo/Aswan - Luxor/Cairo in economy class
Lunch meals at local tourist restaurants during the day tours in Cairo only
All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicles with qualified drivers
All current taxes applied by the Egyptian government

What's Not Included

Tourist visa to Egypt
International flight tickets
Extras in the hotels, such as spa, laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.
Tipping to company representatives, guide, driver, etc.
Any optional tours required

Know before you go

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per package for a minimum of 02 adults sharing a Double (DBL) room, including all the mentioned sightseeing tours as per the above-mentioned itinerary, and are valid from 01 September 2021 to 30 April 2022, excluding Christmas, New Year's Eve, and Easter. However, please note that in case of an increase in fuel, taxes, and/or tourist sites entrance fees, Vantage Travel International reserves the right to amend all prices accordingly and without prior notice.
Passengers are responsible for ensuring that they are in possession of the correct travel documents upon departure and that they have met all health requirements. Please check with the nearest consulate office for information concerning travel visas before you travel and whether you are required to obtain this or any other document in advance.
In Egyptian society, tipping is customary and expected in daily life, especially for people working in the tourism field. It forms the biggest portion of their income. It is a kind of appreciation, and whether to tip or not depends on the service you receive from all the people working for you and involved in your trip, such as drivers, guides, porters, and tour company representatives.
Children from 00.00 years up to 05.99 years will be free of charge. However, please note that children from 06.00 years up to 11.99 years will enjoy a 50% discount from the adult rate.
We will spend one night in Aswan, so our dear guests, coming from all over the world to visit Egypt, can explore this attractive city by walking on the safe streets, visiting the local market, trying the Sound & Light Show, or sailing on the Nile by a felucca (small sailing boat) around the stunning islands and sights.
Besides exploring the classical sites and temples in Luxor, you will have the chance to try various optional tours like the hot air balloon, the Sound & Light Show at Karnak, a felucca ride to Banana Island, or even visiting the tomb of the well-known king Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings.

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