8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel

8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel

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8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
Country
Egypt
Cities
5
Max People
10
Age
4 - 99
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Embark on the Ultimate 8-Day Egypt Tour Adventure!

Experience the absolute best of ancient Egypt in one perfectly crafted 8-day itinerary that takes you through the most iconic historical sites. Begin your journey in bustling Cairo, where you'll stand in awe of the magnificent Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx—the last remaining Wonder of the Ancient World. Dive deep into Egypt's past with a visit to the phenomenal new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) to see the golden treasures of Tutankhamun.

The adventure continues as you fly south to Luxor, the site of ancient Thebes. Here, you'll explore the monumental Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, and cross to the West Bank to uncover the colorful tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut. Next, travel to tranquil Aswan, the gateway to Nubian culture, and visit the serene Philae Temple.

A major highlight is the essential day trip to the colossal, rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel, a masterpiece relocated by UNESCO. This comprehensive tour combines all major destinations with comfortable travel, often including a scenic Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan, offering a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the land of the Pharaohs.

Book your 8-Day Egypt Tour now and walk in the footsteps of ancient royalty.

Highlights

  • Explore the iconic Pyramids of Giza.
  • Cruise the Nile and visit Karnak's columns.
  • Discover the Valley of the Kings.
  • Tour the Temple of Horus by horse carriage.
  • Witness the grandeur of Abu Simbel temples.
8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel - Itineraries
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Day 1 - : Cairo Arrival

Arrival to Cairo international airport where you going to find our friendly representative waiting for you. Our professional representative will inform you of the main information about Cairo. 

welcome greeting by our representative who will assist you and provide transfers to your Hotel in Cairo. Settle in for the night to relax and enjoy the views of Cairo at night.earlier transfers before the trip starting for extra charge.­ 

Overnight Cairo

Activities
Transfer Arrival
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Day 2 - 9:00: Giza pyramids and Egyptian Museum

This morning, join your expert Egyptologist for an exploration of the Pyramids of Giza. After breakfast discover one of the fabulous wonders of the world, the great pyramids. Our Egyptology tour guide will pick you up from the hotel on time, and we will drive to the pyramids area.

Visit the three great pyramids of Giza. It is amazing to take rare photos of the great pyramids. Visit the valley temple, it is considered one of the most complete temples. Move to sphinx and then go ahead to Local Restaurant and enjoy your lunch. After lunch, go ahead to visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities (or the Grand Egyptian Museum, upon its opening) to view its huge collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts.

Overnight Cairo

Activities
Pyramids Visit Sphinx Visit Lunch Egyptian Museum Pyramid Exploration
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Day 3 - 6:00: Cairo fly to Luxor \ Karnak & Luxor Temples

Transfer to the airport for the quick flight to Luxor, and board your river cruise - your home for the next 5 days. Weave your way between the intricately etched columns of Karnak's Great Hypostyle Hall, Take a look at its courtyard and the granite statues of Ramses II ( Ramses the Great) the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis III. Then visit the open-air temple complex of Amun, the known in ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses. 

Visit the Luxor temple itself, lit up to showcase the grandeur of its soaring columns and larger-than-life statues.

• Luxor city tour by hor around Luxor city (optional)

• Karnak sound and light show (optional)

­ Meals Included: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner 

­  Overnight Luxor cruise.

Activities
Luxor Temple Karnak Temple Visit Cruise Check-in
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Day 4 - 7:00: Luxor west-Bank & sail to Edfu

Visit the Valley of the Kings, Colossai of Memnon and Hatshepsut's mortuary Temple. 

The Valley of the Kings contains 64 tombs and chambers ranging in size from a simple pit to a complex tomb with over 120 chambers.

The amazing Temple of Queen Hatshepsut widely considered one of the "incomparable monuments of ancient Egypt" located beneath the cliffs at Deir el Bahari. The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. We set sail to Edfu enjoying a leisurely dinner on board. 

Sailing to Edfu after a day of exploration and enjoying a leisurely dinner onboard sounds like a perfect way to wind down and reflect on the incredible sights you've seen throughout the day.

Optional Sunrise Hot Air Balloon tour.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Overnight Nile cruise In Edfu.

Activities
Valley of the Kings Hatshepsut Temple Colossi of Memnon Esna Lock Crossing
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Day 5 - 7:00: Edfu & Kom-ombo temples / Sail to Aswan

Temple of Horus Have a wonderful experience and touch the culture by horse and carriage to visit Edfu temple. Back to cruise and continue sailing all over the way to Kom Ombo. Enjoy your Egyptian tea on sun deck during sailing.

Stop around sun set time to visit Kom Ombo temple. Back to cruise and sail over towards Aswan such a beautiful city famous by the Nubian culture. 

Overnight Aswan.

Activities
Nile Cruising Temple of Horus Visit Temple of Kom Ombo Visit
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Day 6 - 4:00 am: Aswan - Abu Simbel - Nubian Village.

There is great opportunity an early morning tour to visit the Great Temples of Abu Simbel, you'll experience the wonderful sanctuaries worked for Ramses II and his darling ruler Nefertari. These sanctuaries close to the Sudanese outskirt are notable for their magnificence, yet exceptional for their cutting-edge history also - they were migrated in 1968 to stay away from submersion by the enormous Lake Nasser. After spending time looking at the sanctuaries. 

Optional Tour to The Nubian Village in the afternoon. Return to the ship before dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Overnight Aswan

Activities
Abu Simbel Temple Aswan Sights
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Day 7 - 12:00 : Aswan - Fly back to Cairo

Aswan. Start out next tour in Aswan . Our Egyptology tour guide will pick you up on time where we going to start our wonderful tour to visit the famous high dam in Aswan. Drive over where we going to take motor boat to get to Philae island temple. After the great tour transfer in comfort to Aswan Airport and fly back to Cairo. 

Over Night In Cairo. 

MEALS: breakfast.  

Activities
Philae Temple Airport Transfer High Dam Aswan Sights
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Day 8 - 9:00: Final departure to Cairo Airport

Cairo  Enjoy your breakfast. Upon your request Final departure to your hotel in Cairo or Cairo international airport with unique photos and unforgettable memories.

 Have a nice trip.

Activities
Airport Transfer
Pricing
Private Group
From $350.0
Adult
$2450.0
child
$1450.0
infent
$350.0

8-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel - Included/Excluded

3 nights’ accommodation in Cairo with breakfast (open buffet).
4 nights’ accommodation in Luxor-Aswan with breakfast-lunch-dinner.
Domestic flight tickets : Cairo-Luxor Aswan-Cairo.
Private tour guides show you around attractions.
Sightseeing as per itinerary.
Professional Egyptologist guide.
Hotel pickup and drop off in Cairo.
Hotel pickup and drop off in Luxor-Aswan-Abu Simbel.
All transportations by Deluxe car-coach-mini van or Bus.
Entrance fees (The total amount for whole entrance is approximately 120 USD per person).
International flight tickets.
Visa Entry.
Beverages.
Gratuities (recommended).

FAQs

Is 8 days enough time to see all these destinations?

Yes, 8 days is an ideal and very popular duration to cover the major highlights of Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, including the essential day trip to Abu Simbel. The itinerary is fast-paced and typically utilizes domestic flights or an overnight train, often combined with a Nile River cruise, to maximize your sightseeing time.

What is the typical mode of transportation between cities?
  • Domestic Flights: Used for the long distances between Cairo and Upper Egypt (Luxor/Aswan) to save travel time.

  • Nile River Cruise: Many 8-day tours include a 3- to 4-night cruise, which acts as your floating hotel and transports you between Luxor and Aswan while stopping at temples like Edfu and Kom Ombo.

  • Private, Air-Conditioned Vehicles: Used for all airport/hotel transfers and day tours within each city.

Is the visit to Abu Simbel included in the tour price?

The visit to the magnificent (YES ) Abu Simbel temples is often offered as an optional excursion due to the early morning start and travel logistics (usually by sharing van ). Be sure to check your specific tour details to confirm if it is included or an added cost.

What is the best time of year to take this tour?

The best time to visit is during the winter season, from October to April, when the weather is pleasantly warm and sunny. The summer months (June-August) can be extremely hot, especially in Luxor and Aswan.

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