7-Day Experience Egypt
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Trip Overview
This whirlwind tour of Egypt crams the highlights into a single package, perfect for those short on time. Explore Cairo's iconic Giza pyramids, Memphis open-air museum, Sakkara step pyramids, Egyptian Museum, and Islamic and Coptic sites. Then, relax on a 3-night Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor, visiting the High Dam, Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. Top it off with the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Karnak Temples, Luxor Temple, and the incredible Abu Simbel temples built by Ramses II.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Cairo
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Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met by our English-speaking representative, who will help you with all formalities at the airport like passing passport control and collecting your luggage. Then, you will be transferred to the hotel in Cairo by private Air-conditioned vehicle. We will check in at the hotel within a few minutes! The rest of the day is FREE at leisure on your own in Cairo, where we can offer you various optional tours that enable you to explore this marvelous city at night.
Accommodation
Barcelo Cairo Pyramids★4 star
Transportations
Private Driver from Cairo International Airport to Barcelo Cairo Pyramids
Destinations
Al Omraneyah
Day 2
Full-Day Tour in Cairo
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Energizing breakfast at your hotel. After that, you will be met by our expert tour guide, who will join you in such an awe-inspiring tour to visit the Pyramids of Giza. We will then proceed to the city center to visit the Egyptian Museum. The last tour will be to the marvelous Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you will enjoy a lovely walking tour at the well-known market, exploring the local/oriental products! After the tour, we will get back to our hotel to have some rest. The remainder of the day is free at leisure on your own or you can try various "Optional" tours in the Egyptian capital, safe, clean, and modern. Overnight in Cairo.
Accommodation
Barcelo Cairo Pyramids★4 star
Activities
Cairo Full Day Sightseeing Tour
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Al Omraneyah
Cairo
Day 3
Full-Day Tour in Aswan
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Check out of your hotel early in the morning. Fly from Cairo to Aswan, where you'll be met and transferred to your luxurious Nile cruise boat. After lunch, embark on a city tour: see the Aswan High Dam, take a motorboat to Philae Temple, and marvel at the Unfinished Obelisk. Enjoy dinner and an evening show on board before settling in for the night in Aswan.
Accommodation
The M/S Hapi 5 Nile Cruise★5 star
Activities
Aswan City Tour
Transportations
Plane from Cairo International Airport to Aswan International Airport
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Al Omraneyah
Luxor
Aswan
Day 4
Aswan to Abu Simbel & Kom Ombo
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Early morning (around 4:30 AM), you'll be taken by car to Abu Simbel to see the temples built by Ramses II. These temples were carved in rocks and hidden by sand for centuries before being found in the 1800s. Then you'll return to Aswan, board your Nile cruise again, and sail to Kom Ombo. Here, you'll visit the Temple of Sobek & Haroeris. The rest of the day is free for you to relax on the cruise. There will be an oriental show on board in the evening. Dinner and overnight on the cruise ship.
Accommodation
The M/S Hapi 5 Nile Cruise★5 star
Activities
Abu Simbel Temples
Free time on board while sailing
Temple of Kom Ombo
Transportations
Private Driver from Aswan to Abu Simbel
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Luxor
Abu Simbel
Aswan
Izbat Al Bayyarah
Day 5
Full-Day Tour to the East Bank of Luxor
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Today, you'll sail to Edfu and visit the Temple of Horus, a beautiful temple dedicated to the god Horus. Then, you'll return to your cruise ship and sail to Luxor. In the afternoon, you'll see the Karnak Temple Complex, famous for its giant columns built by Ramses II. Finally, you'll visit the Temple of Luxor, built over many years by pharaohs like Ramses II and Hatshepsut. Dinner and overnight on the cruise ship.
Accommodation
The M/S Hapi 5 Nile Cruise★5 star
Activities
The Temple of Horus at Edfu
Karnak Temples
Luxor Temple
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Luxor
Edfu
Day 6
Full-Day Tour to the West Bank of Luxor
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This morning is free for you to relax. You can also take an optional hot air balloon ride over Luxor's West Bank. After breakfast, you'll explore the Valley of the Kings, the burial ground for New Kingdom pharaohs. Next, you'll visit the Temple of Deir el-Bahari, built by Queen Hatshepsut, a powerful pharaoh. Then, you'll see the Colossi of Memnon, two giant statues that are the last remains of a funerary temple. After the tour, you'll be transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay.
Accommodation
Barcelo Cairo Pyramids★4 star
Activities
West Bank of Luxor Tour II
Transportations
Plane from Luxor International Airport to Cairo Festival City
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Luxor
Luxor Governorate
Al Omraneyah
Day 7
Farewell Day
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Check out after breakfast. Later on, you’ll be met by our English-speaking representative, who will transfer you to Cairo International Airport in order to catch your departure flight to your next destination after spending a few days exploring the awesome monuments of Egypt.
Transportations
Private Driver from Barcelo Cairo Pyramids to Cairo International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Al Omraneyah
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What’s included?
- 6 nights accommodation
- 9 activities
- 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners
- Airport transfer
- Domestic flights
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
- Alcohol beverages
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
Notes
Please note that entrance fees are included
Starting From
AU$ 2,437/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Egypt in 7 days
5-star, 4-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
Unique local experiences you can’t find elsewhere
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