Essential Egypt - 8 days

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8 daysDuration

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32 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Cairo, Egypt

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Highlights

Giza - Gaze in awe at the legendary Pyramids of Giza and see the iconic Sphinx on the Giza Plateau

Cairo - Discover King Tut's treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum

Aswan - Take a scenic boat ride out to Agilika Island to explore the beautiful Philae Temple and shop in Aswan's colourful souks

Luxor - Roam around the colossal Temple of Karnak and take an optional tour of the Luxor Temple beautifully illuminated at night

Luxor's West Bank - Discover beautifully preserved pharaohs' tombs in the Valley of the Kings, see the towering Colossi of Memnon and visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Kom Ombo - Discover the unique double Temple of Kom Ombo, on the bank of the River Nile

Itinerary

Unlock the mysteries of Egypt on the "Essential Egypt - 8 days" tour, an enriching small group adventure designed for experienced travelers and seniors seeking a comfortable, easy-paced exploration. Journey from Cairo’s legendary Pyramids of Giza to the colorful souqs of Aswan and the majestic temples of Luxor.

With all accommodation, transport, and meals arranged, you can focus on absorbing Egypt’s vibrant culture and awe-inspiring history. This tour’s standout feature is its well-crafted itinerary that delivers the highlights of ancient Egypt in just eight days—making it the ideal choice for those who want maximum discovery with minimum hassle.

day 1Cairo

Saturday. You will be met upon arrival at Cairo Airport and transferred to our start hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or those arriving early can opt to join our optional Backstreets of Cairo tour which departs the hotel at 10am.
If you'd like to extend your stay in Egypt we offer a Day Trip to Alexandria. pre tour on Thursday and Saturdays or post tour on Sundays.

OverNight

Cairo

day 2Pyramids of Giza

day 3Aswan & the Philae Temple

day 4Optional Abu Simbel

day 5Kom Ombo Temple & Luxor

day 6Karnak Temple

day 7Valley of the Kings

day 8Cairo

What's Included

Accommodation

5 nights 3 - 4 star hotels, 2 nights on a sleeper train

Meals

Breakfast daily

Transport

Airport arrival transfer on day 1All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

Guide

Escorted by an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology

Others

2 overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo (private 2 berth sleeper cabin)Touring - Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo and Luxor

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