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- Destination: Egypt
- Duration: 7 Days
- Tour Type: Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style: Classic
About This Trip
This 7-day classic Egypt road tour lets you experience the nation’s most famous landmarks while also venturing to lesser-known villages and heritage sites. In Cairo, your private guide will take you to the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum, offering insight into ancient Egyptian history and architectural marvels. In Aswan, explore the engineering wonder of the High Dam and visit the sacred island of Philae, home to its beautifully preserved temple complex. Travel north to Luxor by private vehicle, stopping at Kom Ombo and Edfu to admire their remarkable temple ruins along the way. Once in Luxor, discover the West Bank’s treasures, including the Valley of the Kings, Medinet Habu, and Karnak Temple, with its grand halls and intricate reliefs, as well as other royal tombs and monuments.
Summary
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
1 - 2
Cairo
Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum
3
Aswan
High Dam, Philae Temple, Felucca Ride
4
Aswan - Luxor
Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple
5 - 6
Luxor
Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Medinet Habu
7
Cairo
Departure
Itinerary
- Day 1: Welcome to Cairo!
Arrive in Cairo, the vibrant and lively capital of Egypt.
A local representative will greet you at the airport to assist with customs and immigration, then escort you to your hotel in a comfortable private car. Enjoy your first glimpses of this bustling city along the way.
After checking in, take some time to rest and recover from your journey, or step out to explore the city at your leisure.
- Cairo
- Day 2: Giza Plateau & Grand Egyptian Museum
Spend the day exploring Cairo’s most famous landmarks alongside your Egyptologist guide. Start at the Giza Plateau, where the majestic Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure rise impressively from the desert sands. Continue to the Great Sphinx to admire its iconic face and learn about the fascinating legends surrounding it.
In the afternoon, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, housing one of the largest collections of ancient Egyptian treasures in the world, including King Tutankhamun’s gold artifacts and Khufu’s solar boat. With your guide’s insights, experience a deep appreciation of Egypt’s remarkable history, art, and culture.
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- Cairo
- Day 3: Aswan – Historical Highlights & Nile Cruise
Take an early morning flight to Aswan, where a local representative will meet you upon arrival and assist with your transfer.
Begin your exploration at the Aswan High Dam, a remarkable modern structure that controls the Nile’s seasonal floods and provides electricity to the region. Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk to observe the ancient stoneworkers’ marks still etched into the granite, a testament to their skill and perseverance.
Continue by boat to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Wander through the temple’s beautifully carved halls and intricate reliefs, absorbing the rich history. End the day with a serene felucca ride along the Nile, passing lush palm-lined banks, before returning to your hotel for a relaxing evening.
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- Aswan
- Day 4: Journey from Aswan to Luxor
Travel northward from Aswan to Luxor in a private car, pausing to visit two extraordinary temples along the route.
Begin with a stop at Kom Ombo Temple, beautifully positioned beside the Nile and notable for its unique dual dedication to the gods Sobek and Horus. Continue your journey to Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s most intact ancient sanctuaries, where intricate carvings and towering columns depict ceremonial scenes. Along the drive, enjoy the ever-changing views of lush fields, small villages, and the winding Nile.
Reach Luxor in the afternoon and check into your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to relax and rejuvenate in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.
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- Luxor
- Day 5: Exploring Luxor’s West Bank Wonders
Delve into Luxor’s rich heritage with your guide today. Begin at the Valley of the Kings, where the elaborately painted tombs tell the stories of pharaohs and their passage to the afterlife. Then, explore the Valley of the Nobles and Deir el-Medina to learn about the lives of the artisans and officials who built and maintained these magnificent tombs.
Next, marvel at the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a stunning terraced structure rising from the cliffs, followed by a visit to Medinet Habu, where colorful reliefs depict ancient battles and ceremonial festivals. Conclude your day at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues standing guard over lands that witnessed the glory of Egypt’s past kingdoms.
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- Luxor
- Day 6: Luxor East Bank Highlights & Return to Cairo
Spend a half-day discovering more of Luxor’s remarkable monuments. Begin at Karnak Temple, an expansive complex featuring towering columns, majestic obelisks, and intricately carved walls that showcase over a millennium of Egyptian history.
Next, walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes, once used for festival processions, to reach Luxor Temple, renowned for its elegant colonnades and statues of Ramses II that evoke the grandeur of ancient Egypt.
After completing the tour, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Cairo, where you’ll spend your final evening in the vibrant capital.
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- Cairo
- Day 7: Farewell Egypt
Use the morning to enjoy any last sights or experiences in Cairo at your own pace.
Later, meet your private driver for a transfer to the airport. Depart Egypt, carrying cherished memories of its rich history, iconic monuments, and timeless culture with you.
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