Highlights of Egypt – 8 Days / 7 Nights

Duration

8 Days / 7 Nights

Destination

Egypt

Meals

Daily Breakfast

Type

Customizable

 

Validity: 01 October 2026 – 30 April 2027

Overview

Experience the best of ancient and modern Egypt with our Highlights of Egypt tour. From the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the mysterious Sphinx to the magnificent temples of Aswan and Luxor, this journey takes you through some of the world’s most remarkable historical landmarks.

Explore Cairo’s vibrant bazaars and museums, travel by sleeper train to Aswan, discover the temples along the Nile, and enjoy a scenic cruise towards Luxor. Continue your journey with visits to the Valley of Kings, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the historic city of Alexandria.

With a combination of cultural exploration, ancient history, Nile cruising, comfortable stays, and guided sightseeing, this tour is ideal for travellers who want to experience the highlights of Egypt in one memorable journey.

Tour Highlights

  • Full-day Cairo sightseeing
  • Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza
  • See the famous Sphinx
  • Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
  • Explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar
  • Visit Philae Temple
  • See the High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk
  • Visit the spectacular Temple of Abu Simbel
  • Cruise along the River Nile
  • Visit Kom Ombo Temple
  • Explore Edfu Temple by horse carriage
  • Visit the Valley of Kings
  • Visit Queen Hatshepsut Temple
  • See the Colossi of Memnon
  • Explore Karnak Temple
  • Visit Luxor Temple
  • Full-day Alexandria sightseeing
  • Experience sleeper train journeys
  • Travel with an English-speaking guide

Included/Excluded

  • 02 nights accommodation in Cairo on breakfast basis
  • 02 nights accommodation onboard sleeper train between Cairo/Aswan and Luxor/Cairo on Half Board basis
  • 03 nights accommodation onboard a 5-star deluxe Nile Cruise on Full Board basis
  • Airport, hotel and cruise transfers in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan
  • Sightseeing tours mentioned in the itinerary
  • Transportation by deluxe vehicle
  • Entrance fees for included sightseeing
  • Qualified English-speaking guide
  • Abu Simbel excursion
  • Edfu Temple visit by horse carriage
  • Alexandria sightseeing tour
  • Egypt entry visa
  • Domestic flights
  • Extra meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Entrance inside the Pyramids
  • Entrance to the Grand Egyptian Museum
  • Abu Simbel Sun Festival supplement
  • Optional tours
  • Hotel extras
  • Personal expenses
  • Any services not specifically mentioned under inclusions
  • Tips (Per Person Per Day USD 07.00 X 08 Days)

Tour Plan

Day 1 Cairo

Welcome to Egypt! Once you arrive at the airport, you will greeted by a representative who will assist the you through immigration and customs formalities. Transfer by deluxe coach to your hotel in Cairo for check-in. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2 Cairo - Sleeper train to Aswan

After breakfast, at around 08:00am, depart for your full day visits of the Great Pyramids of Giza and their guardian, the famous Sphinx, papyrus fair, perfume factory and cotton shop. Continue visits of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and Khan El Khalili Bazaars. After your tour, transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo. (B, D) Note: Train departs Cairo at 20:00. and arrives Aswan at 08:15. (next day)

Day 3 Aswan - Nile Cruise: (Every Fri or Wed or Mon)

Arrival at Aswan station and you will be greeted by a representative, then visit the Philae Temple, High Dam and the unfinished Obelisque. After visits transfer to your Nile cruise for check-in. Overnight in Aswan (B, D).

Day 4 Nile Cruise

Early morning at 4.00 a.m. with breakfast box, transfer to Abu Simbel to visit the Temple of Abu Simbel. After the visit transfer back to Aswan and at around 13:00 sail to Kom Ombo to visit Kom Ombo Temple. Later, sail to Edfu & overnight on board. (B, L, D)

Day 5 Nile Cruise

After breakfast on board, visit the Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the god Horus. Later, sail to Luxor. Dinner & Overnight on board of the cruise ship in Luxor. (B, L, D)

Day 6 Nile - Luxor - Sleeper train to Cairo

Check-out after breakfast. In the morning, visit Valley of Kings, Queen Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, visit Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple. Evening transfer to Luxor station to board the sleeper train to Cairo. Dinner and overnight on board. (B, D) Train departs Luxor at 21:30. and arrives Cairo at 6:45 a.m. (next day)

Day 7 Cairo - Alexandria - Cairo

Early morning after breakfast at 7.00 a.m., Get transfered to Alexandria by A/C Vehicle on private basis (Cairo-Alexandria approx. 02:30 hrs.). Proceed for a full day visits of Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa, Ancient Roman Amphitheater, Pompeys’ Pillar, view of Citadel of Qait bay from outside. After visits transfer back to Cairo. (at around 06:00 pm). Check-in to your hotel and overnight in Cairo. (B)

Day 8 Cairo

Check-out after breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure. (B)

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