Private & Historical tour in Egypt
6 Days Cairo And Nile Cruise Package From South Africa
from$1,800.00
Tour Overview
6 Days Trip to Egypt: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel
With our 6-day tour of Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel, you can explore Egypt’s most important attractions. You will witness some of the world’s finest examples of human innovation and magical imagination. Throughout the ages, legendary cities such as Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan have acquired infinite value in terms of magic, wonder, and beauty that transcends the mind and soul of anyone who admires them.
These cities include such important monuments as the Giza Pyramid Complex, the Egyptian Museum, the Temple of Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Temples of Abu Simbel, and much more. Get the trip you’ve always dreamed of and book with us now.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Arrive at Cairo International Airport you will be met and assisted by vacations in Egypt representative who will then escort you in a luxurious air-conditioned vehicle to your 5-Star hotel in the city.
Once you arrive at your hotel, our representative will assist you so that you will help with your check-in then you review your tour itinerary and establish tour pickup times.
Enjoy free time in your hotel.
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In the Morning your Vacations in Egypt tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to start your incredible tour to visit as follow…
Pyramids of Giza
The pyramids of Giza are the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still preserved today and therefore one of the most famous buildings in the world. The pyramids of Giza include the three main pyramids, the Pyramid of Cheops, the Pyramid of Chephren and the Pyramid of Mykerinus.
The queen Pyramids
some other smaller secondary pyramids, in which for example the women of the pharaohs were buried, as well as workers villages, temples, and cemeteries.
The Sphinx of Giza
The Sphinx Giza is the largest Egyptian sculpture. It was carved out of the limestone rock of the Giza Plateau and represents a lying lion with a human head and the so-called Nemes headscarf. Originally, the sphinx was painted with reddish ochre and also had a chin beard, but this fell off in ancient times.
Lunch
We will take a break and take the opportunity to eat and recharge. Lunch will be at a restaurant and Egyptian food (drinks not included).
Bazaar khan el khalili
After visiting the Egyptian Museum go see the beautiful Khan El-Khalili famous souq Cairo main market. Its always crowded with tourists and locals alike. It is the beating heart of the Egyptian metropolis. Lose yourself in the various bazaars where you will really find everything and buy some nice local handicrafts.
After the tour, we will take you back to the train station to travel to Luxor. Overnight on Sleeper train to Luxor.
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In the morning, after you reach Luxor your guide will be waiting for you at Luxor train station, then you will start your tour to visit…
The Valley of the Kings
Valley of the Kings, where the magnificent tombs were discovered, those tombs were dug into the desert rock, richly decorated and full of treasures for the afterlife of the pharaohs, you will visit 3 tombs
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Continue the tour to visit the temple of Hatshepsut in El Deir El Bahary, this impressive temple dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut, the only female pharaoh who rises from the desert plain in a series of terraces and merges with the limestone cliffs that surround it.
Colossi of Memnon
Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III and the reason behind building them was protecting the mortuary temple of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Karnak Temple
Temple of Karnak, is considered the largest in the world, and has monuments dating from the twenty-first century BC, as well as many others covering the seventh century AD. In other words, almost 3,000 years of history in a single temple.
After finishing your visit, our Egyptologist tour guide will take you to your hotel in Luxor. overnight in Luxor.
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Breakfast in your hotel and then you will be transferred to Aswan from Luxor by a private air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival, you will be accompanied by your guide to visit…
Aswan High Dam
The Aswan Dam is a 20th-century mega-construction, completed in 1970 and built to save Egypt from the annual flooding caused by the Nile, the world’s longest river.
The Unfinished Obelisk
Our next stop will be the Unfinished Obelisk, located in a red granite quarry that was exploited during the time of Queen Hatshepsut. This obelisk was designed to be the largest obelisk in ancient Egypt, with a height of 42 meters and a weight of 1,200 tons.
Philae Temple
You will go to Philae Island, between the old and the new Aswan Dam, where the beautiful Philae Temple is located. This temple is dedicated to the goddess Isis and is one of the 4 places where the legend of Isis, Osiris, and Horus takes place.
After finishing your visit, our Egyptologist tour guide will take you to your hotel in Aswan. overnight in Aswan.
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Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan to Abu Simbel, around 5:00 am. start early to reach the temples first thing in the morning and avoid the stifling heat of midday. On the way, you can enjoy something unique, like the sunrise in the desert.
After about 3 hours of travel, we will arrive at
Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel, the famous complex composed of two temples carved into the rock, one dedicated to Ramses II and another to Nefertari, his first wife, and his favorite. It took about 20 years to build and was done under the reign of Ramses II. The state of conservation of the temples is excellent since they were buried under the sand until the 19th century.
The most spectacular aspect of this temple is its location on the solid rock on the banks of the Nile River, between the first and second waterfalls. As impressive as Abu Simbel, he probably wouldn’t be as famous if it weren’t for his move to the Aswan Dam building.
Our guided tour will last 2 hours, enough time to discover every corner of both temples and learn all their stories and anecdotes, such as why they are kept in pristine condition, how they moved from place to place, and what Egypt did in exchange for international aid.
After enjoying this tour you will return to Aswan airport to fly to Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo.
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Tour Summary
| Prices start from | $530 |
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| Duration | 6 day |
| Pickup & drop-off | Cairo airport |
| Availability | Every day |
| Tour category | Egypt in 6 Days |
| Tour type | Private & Historical tour in Egypt |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The tour includes visits to the Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Abu Simbel Temples, guided tours, transportation, and selected accommodations.
Yes, the tour starts in Cairo and covers Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel, with all transportation included between cities.
The ideal months are October to April when the weather is cooler and comfortable for sightseeing across Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to Abu Simbel from Aswan, either by road or optional flight, depending on your chosen package.
Visitors from most countries require an Egypt visa, which can be obtained online or on arrival. Check current visa requirements before traveling.
