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Full 9-Days package: Cairo-Luxor-Aswan-Abu Simbel with tour guide & flights

Starting From From $1,950.00 per person Current Project Expedition rate
9 Days 4.12 / 5 0 reviews Easy activity level Small Group Multiday Trip Operated by Egypt Direct Tours
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The Experience

What your day looks like

Experience the richness of Egyptian culture and beauty with like-minded travelers. Spend an unforgettable holiday discovering the ancient Pharaonic civilization as you cross the desert to see landmarks of Pharaonic and Egyptian lifestyles. Along the banks of the River Nile, you will explore the sites from Luxor to Aswan and up to Abu Simbel. Enjoy the company of a private guide who will explain the history of the places you visit, starting from Luxor and ending in Aswan, all while onboard a cruise on the Nile with a delicious meal.

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Explore the historic center of these cities, touring all its unmissable locations
  • Discover Egypt, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel with tour guide & domestic flight tickets
  • See impressive temples & mosques, known as the largest religious complexes ever built
Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Cairo

Welcome to Egypt! Arrival at Cairo International Airport, meet and assist by our representative, transfer by private A/C car to your hotel, check-in and overnight at hotel.

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Cairo

Stay overnight at a 4 stars hotel

Day 2

Cairo

Archaeological Exploration at Giza Plateau. Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Sakkara: Pick-up from your hotel in Cairo by your tour guide to start your full-day tour. Explore the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos. Then, visit the Valley Temple, where the priests mummified the body of King Chephren.

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Cairo

Sightseeing at Great Sphinx Of Giza. You will also have a close-up look at the Sphinx, the legendary guardian with a lion’s body and the head of King Chephren.

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Cairo

Archaeological Exploration at Saqqara. Later located 27 km southwest of Cairo, explore the Step Pyramid built for King Zoser. This site is significant in the evolution of pyramid construction, transitioning from simple mastabas to the iconic pyramid form.

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Cairo

Breakfast at your hotel, lunch at a local restaurant included

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You will be transferred back to your hotel.

Day 3

Cairo

Cairo - Luxor: Departure by domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will be met and assisted at the airport by our representative.

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Cairo

Boating at Nile River. Transfer to your Nile cruise for embarkation before lunch.

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Cairo

Local Flavor at Karnak Temple. In the afternoon, begin your tour of the East Bank of Luxor, visiting the Karnak Temple.

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Cairo

Local Flavor at Luxor Temple. Then visit the famous Luxor Temple.

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Cairo

Breakfast at your hotel Dinner on board of the cruise

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Cairo

Travel by domestic flight to Luxor and have the overnight stay there

Day 4

Cairo

Archaeological Exploration at Valley Of The Kings. Luxor - Edfu: Visit the West Bank of Luxor, including the great Valley of the Kings, where generations of pharaohs and nobles were buried in magnificent crypts cut into the cliffs.

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Cairo

Sightseeing at Colossi Of Memnon. Next, see the massive Colossi of Memnon guarding the Valley

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Local Flavor at Mortuary Temple Of Hatshepsut. Next, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

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Cairo

Boating. Return to the cruise and, in the afternoon, set sail to Edfu.

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Cairo

Breakfast at your hotel, lunch and dinner on the cruise

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Overnight on board in Edfu at a 5 stars cruise

Day 5

Cairo

Carriage Tours. Edfu - Kom-Ombo: Visit Edfu, where you will explore the impressive temple dedicated to the god Horus, traveling by horse-drawn carriage with your guide.

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Cairo

Local Flavor at Temple Of Kom Ombo. Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the magnificent double temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris.

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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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Dinner and overnight on board. Continue sailing to Aswan for an overnight stay.

Day 6

Cairo

Sightseeing at Abu Simbel Temples. Aswan - Abu Simbel: Meet your guide at 3:30 AM to board a private A/C coach for the journey to the Temple of Abu Simbel, located 350 km away. After your visit, return to your cruise by noon.

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Cairo

Early breakfast (breakfast box) Enjoy lunch on board, followed by dinner

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Cairo

Overnight on the cruise.

Day 7

Cairo

Sightseeing at Aswan Dam. Aswan - Cairo: Start your day by visiting the High Dam

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Cairo

Sightseeing at Unfinished Obelisk. Next, visit the famous Unfinished Obelisk.

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Cairo

Sightseeing at Philae. Have marvelous views at Philae Island.

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Breakfast at the cruise and after the morning tours, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

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Transportation. Transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo.

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Overnight at your hotel in Cairo.

Day 8

Cairo

Local Flavor at Egyptian Museum. Egyptian Museum - Old Cairo: Start your full-day tour with a visit to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, which displays the largest and most valuable collection of Egyptian art in the world. The museum houses over 250,000 genuine artifacts dating back as far as 5,000 years, including a special exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamun—a collection of treasures, gold, and jewelry that lay undisturbed in his tomb for over 3,500 years until its excavation in the 1920s.

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Local Flavor at Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga). Next, visit the Coptic area, where you can explore: The Church of Abu Serga & The Church of St. Barbara

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Local Flavor at The Hanging Church. Explore Old Cairo and the unmissable Hanging Church

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Local Flavor at Ben Ezra Synagogue. Visit The Ben Ezra Synagogue and take amazind pictures.

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Breakfast at your hotel and after the enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

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At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Day 9

Cairo

Final departure to Cairo Airport: After breakfast our representative will be meeting you to check-out and transferred you to Cairo International Airport for final Departure.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Domestic flight tickets: Cairo/Luxor/Aswan/Cairo A live, professional Egyptology guide will join you each day Entrance fees are included according to the scheduled tours Accommodation at a 4-star hotel in Cairo and a 5-star Nile cruise in Luxor All transportation is provided by professional, experienced drivers across Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel, and Aswan

Not Included

Visa Entry Tips and gratuities International flight tickets Entrance fees for the interior of the pyramids & mummies room at the Egyptian Museum

What to Bring

Camera Sunglasses Sunscreen & Hat Bag for Essentials Passport required Public transportation nearby Comfortable clothing and footwear

Restrictions

Not suitable for pets Infant seats unavailable Infants must not sit on laps Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Meeting & Pickup

Pick up at the Cairo International Airport

Languages Offered

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Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic

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