Duration8 days · 8 nights
Group sizeFrom 1
DestinationEgypt
StyleCultural
DifficultyEasy
Overview
Journey Highlights
This 8-day Egyptian tour offers an immersive journey through the heart of ancient and modern Egypt, spanning key destinations including Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor. Travelers will experience a perfect blend of historical exploration, cultural encounters, and personal discovery.
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
- Arrive at your convenience.
- Meet your tour leader and fellow travelers.
- Begin building connections with your new travel companions.
Day 2: Cairo to Aswan
- Morning: Visit the vibrant Khan el-Khalili Bazaar.
- Enjoy shopping or relax at a local café (optional).
- Afternoon: Guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx.
- Evening: Board the overnight sleeper train to Aswan.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Aswan
- Morning: Free time to explore the city.
- Optional activities:
- Stroll through the lively souk.
- Visit the remarkable Philae Temple.
- Optional activities:
- Afternoon: Immerse yourself in Nubian culture:
- Take a scenic boat ride to a Nubian village.
- Savor a traditional home-cooked dinner with locals.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Aswan
- Enjoy a full day to explore Aswan at your own pace.
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Aswan to Luxor
- Travel to Luxor with visits to Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples along the way.
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: Luxor
- A full day to explore the wonders of Luxor independently or with optional excursions:
- Guided tour of the Valley of the Kings.
- Discover the Temple of Hatshepsut.
- Marvel at the Colossi of Memnon.
- Explore local bazaars or museums.
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Luxor to Cairo
- Enjoy free time in Luxor or opt for an East Bank excursion.
- Evening: Board the overnight train back to Cairo.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Cairo
- The tour concludes upon your arrival in Cairo.
Itinerary
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Day 1 Arrival in Cairo
- Arrival: Arrive at any time.
- Welcome Meeting:
- Join an evening welcome meeting to meet your Tour leader Guide and fellow travelers.
- Check the hotel lobby or reception for the meeting details.
- Optional Activities:
- Islamic and Coptic Cairo Tour (requires pre-tour accommodation): Explore the Citadel of Saladin, Mohamed Ali Mosque, Hanging Church, St. Sergius Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
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Day 2 Cairo to Aswan
- Morning Activities:
- Guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx.
- Orientation walk through Khan el-Khalili Bazaar with free time to shop or relax at a café.
- Afternoon & Evening:
- Enjoy local specialties like falafel or kushari for lunch.
- Board an overnight sleeper train to Aswan (twin-berth beds, no showers). Dinner and breakfast are included.
- Included Activities:
- Khan el-Khalili Bazaar orientation walk.
Guided tour of the Great Pyramid of Giza and Sphinx
- Morning Activities:
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Day 3 Explore Aswan
- Morning:
- Free time to explore Aswan or visit the Philae Temple.
- Afternoon:
- Cruise down the Nile to a Nubian village. Learn about Nubian culture and enjoy a traditional dinner at a local home.
- Optional Activities:
- Visit the colorful Aswan Souk.
- Morning:
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Day 4 Discover Aswan
- Activities:
- Free day to explore the city or opt for excursions like the Abu Simbel Temples or the Philae Temple Sound and Light Show.
- Relax or engage in optional activities such as camel rides, shopping at the souk, or attending a sound-and-light show.
- Optional Activities:
- Abu Simbel Temple excursion.
- Philae Temple Sound and Light Show.
- Activities:
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Day 5 Aswan to Luxor
- Activities:
- Visit the Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple.
- Transfer to Luxor.
- Activities:
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Day 6 Free Day in Luxor
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Day 7 Luxor to Cairo
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Day 8 Departure from Cairo
- Morning:
- Arrive at Giza train station.
- Tour ends upon arrival.
- Optional Activities:
- Memphis and Sakkara excursion.
- Notes:
- Allow time for train delays when planning onward flights (book no earlier than 4 PM).
- Morning:
What's included
Included
- Transfers Airport
- Professional guided tour of Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- Orientation walk through historic Khan el-Khalili bazaar
- Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple visit
- Transportation
- Comprehensive Travel Coverage
- Private air-conditioned van
- Overnight sleeper train
- All inter-destination transportation included
- Accommodations
- 5 nights in simple hotels
- 2 nights on overnight sleeper train
- Meals
- 7 breakfasts
- 3 dinners
Not included
- Optional Excursions for Your Nile Adventure:
- Memphis and Sakkara Exploration
- Price: From 64.00
- Journey through desert and farmlands
- Visit Sakkara, site of Egypt's first pyramids
- Explore Memphis, the ancient capital
- Deep dive into archaeological history
- Islamic and Coptic Cairo Tour
- Price: From 55.00
- Discover Cairo's rich cultural tapestry
- Visit iconic historical sites:
- Citadel of Saladin
- Mohamed Ali Mosque
- Hanging Church
- St. Sergius Church
- Ben Ezra Synagogue
- Explore architectural and cultural contrasts
- Philae Temple Experience
- Price: From 46.00
- Scenic Nile boat trip to Agilkia Island
- Explore the fascinating Greco-Roman Temple of Isis
- Learn about the temple's remarkable relocation
- Understand the historical significance of the site
- Abu Simbel Temple Expedition
- Price: From 100.00
- Visit one of Egypt's most impressive monuments
- Marvel at the temples of Ramses II
- Witness incredible archaeological preservation
- See massive statues of Ramses, Ra-Horakhty, Amun, and Ptah
- UNESCO World Heritage site experience
- West Bank of Luxor Tour
- Price: From 55.00
- Early morning Nile crossing
- Explore Valley of the Kings
- Visit three pharaohs' tombs
- Optional visit to King Tutankhamun's tomb
- Explore Funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- See the Colossi of Memnon
- Witness stunning sunrise over ancient landscapes
Dates & booking
Sat 2 Jan 2027
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Sat 6 Feb 2027
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Sat 6 Mar 2027
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Sat 3 Apr 2027
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