6-Day Tours Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and Abu Simbel From Cairo
Here is your lifetime experience in the 'Land of the Pharaohs'. Travel to Egypt and experience the history and culture on this private guided 6-Day Tours that explores the top attractions of Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and Abu Simbel. Explore historic Cairo, visit the iconic pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, Mohamed Ali Mosque and Old Cairo. Visit the marvels, mythology and mystery of Ancient Egypt, including the tombs of iconic pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings. Stand at the feet of Abu Simbel’s monumental temples and marvel at the sheer scale of these stunning structures. Starting with Airport pick-up and drop-off by A/C vehicle.
Note: International, domestic flight details and Hotels names in Cairo, and Aswan are required when possible.
ItineraryDay 1: Cairo Arrival TransferStop At: Cairo International Airport, Heliopolis, El Nozha, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Welcome to the timeless land of the pharaohs. You'll be met on arrival at Cairo airport by Egypt Gift Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting to explain your itinerary, then the rest of the day is free at your leisure. If your flight lands early, then you could take a first look at the pyramids with an amazing sound and light show(optional), or perhaps head into downtown Cairo for a Nile dinner cruise and show(optional).
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Visit the Great Pyramids,Sphinx and SaqqaraStop At: Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids, Al Giza Desert, Saqqara 12919 Egypt
This morning, your private guide and driver will pick up you for a full day tour of the pyramids at Giza and Saqqara. Start in chronological order, as it were, by visiting the step pyramid of Saqqara; the first capital of ancient Egypt, this is the oldest pyramid in Egypt 4800 B.c.built by King Zoser, before exploring the famous pyramids at Giza;
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Pyramids of Giza, Al Haram Str., Giza 12611 Egypt
Stop for lunch break (optional) then, continue visiting the Giza Plateau to explore the world famous pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, Mycrenos and Sphinx; these structures that have stood tall for 4500 years. Discover the beauty of the Sphinx, one of the largest monolith statues in the history of mankind. Enjoy the views and take remarkable pictures. You'll find your local Egyptology guide a wealth of knowledge and full of enthusiasm about Egyptian history, and their country in general.
Back to your Hotel in Cairo for overnight.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Luxor Full Day Tour and Overnight in AswanStop At: Valley of the Kings, Luxor City, Luxor 85511 Egypt
In the morning check out of your Cairo hotel after breakfast and transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Luxor ( book it yourself). Upon arrival, you’ll be met by your guide. Your first destination of the day will be the Valley of the Kings, a famous necropolis that has the tombs of the kings of ancient Egypt.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, Kings Valley Rd Deir el-Bahari, Luxor 23512 Egypt
Travel next to the amazing temple of Hatshepsut, who was the first woman to rule over Egypt. This temple was used as a monastery in the Christian era. This is why it is also famous as El Deir Al Bahri, or 'Western Monastery'.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Colossi of Memnon, Thebes, Luxor Egypt
Your last stop of the day will be the gigantic Colossi of Memnon. These two, 18m-high statues are the only remaining items of the temple of Amenhotep III.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Temple of Karnak, Karnak, Luxor Egypt
After lunch(optional) we'll visit the massive temple of Karnak complex, part of the ancient city of Thebes. Dedicated to the powerful God Amun, it offers a vast mix of temples, chapels, statues and obelisks. It was linked to the town of Luxor by a long Sphinx lined avenue. The much photographed Hypostyle Hall has an impressive 134 towering columns, each is carved with scenes of gods and pharaohs, and hieroglyphic inscriptions cover the walls.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Luxor Temple, Luxor 23512 Egypt
Proceed, to the smaller Luxor Temple, which is in the center of town. Admire its beautiful Obelisks and Statues of King Ramesses the Great.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Aswan Railway Station, كورنيش النيل، أسوان مدينة اسوان ثاني اجمل مدن العالم ذي طابع فريد، Abu AR Rish Qebli, Aswan 1, Aswan Governorate 81511, Egypt
Then, you will be transferred to Luxor Train-Station to take your 6:20 pm First Class Sitting train to Aswan.Arrive at Aswan after about 3 hours, to be met by our representative who will transfer you to your hotel in Aswan for overnight.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Abu Simbel Temples, Aswan Tour and Back to CairoStop At: Abu Simbel Temple Complex, Abu Simbel, Abu Simbel Egypt
Around 4:30 am,you will be picked up by an air-conditioned vehicle (sharing a small group) for your visit to the UNESCO world heritage site of Abu Simbel. This amazing site was completely dismantled and rebuilt when Lake Nasser was flooded. Drive for about 3 hours, to be met by your Egyptology guide; who will escort you to the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel, telling you the stories and the history of the iconic sights of ancient Egypt.
Duration: 8 hours
Stop At: Temple of Philae, Island of Agilika, Aswan 1, Aswan 1240271 Egypt
Return to Aswan for lunch (optional), then continue sightseeing in Aswan. Visiting the most beautiful temple of Egypt on Philae Island, the Temple of Isis, it was saved from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
Then, to Aswan Airport to take your evening flight back to Cairo ( book it yourself), met and transfer to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 5: Egyptian Museum,Old Cairo and Khan Al Khalili BazaarsStop At: The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, Midan El Tahrir Geographical Society Building, Cairo 11511 Egypt
Take your breakfast, then, start your day tour to the Egyptian Museum; home to the fantastic Tutankhamun exhibit, see his golden mask and many of the New Kingdom royal mummies, lose yourself in the many rooms and galleries full of thousands of artifacts.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary), Shar'a Mari Girgis St., Cairo 11511 Egypt
Have lunch at a local restaurant (optional) before exploring some of the most famous churches in Cairo. Travel to the Hanging Church and the Church of St. George the Martyr. Both these churches were built into the walls of the Babylon Fortress and their remains could be Cairo’s oldest structures. Visit the Church of St Sergius next and the Synagogue before driving back to your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Khan Al-Khalili, Cairo Egypt
Cairo's Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar is an essential Egyptian experience – lose yourself in the colors and aromas of this fascinating marketplace.
or have a chance to visit the famous Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali Pasha at Salah Al Din Citadel.
(you will choose either Khan Al Khalili Bazaars or The Citadel).
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 6: Free Day annd Departure TransferPass By: Cairo International Airport, Heliopolis, El Nozha, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Today is free to join any other optional sightseeing tours of Cairo or a spot of last minute shopping until we take you back to the airport for your departure flight. If you have an evening flight, then the Cairo City Tour, Dashour and Memphis tours can also be done today. Alternatively if you can add extra nights to your time in Cairo you can take a day trip to the colonial city of Alexandria which lies on the Mediterranean coast.
Our representative will escort you to the airport for departure according to your flight details.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Near public transportation"
"Stroller accessible"
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Cairo international airport/All Hotels in Cairo or Giza"
"Most travelers can participate"
"International, domestic flight details and Hotels names in Cairo, and Aswan are required when possible."
"Passport copies are required after completing your booking for some permissions"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duration: 6 Days
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Cairo International Airport.
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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