6-Day Egypt Luxury Tour itinerary

First day: Arrival in the Land of the Pharaohs

• Arrival in Cairo
  As soon as you land in Cairo, Egypt Fun Tours will greet you at your gate. They will assist with passport control and baggage identification.
• Transfer to the Hotel
  Afterward, the private air-conditioned car will take you to your 5-star Kempinski Nile Hotel for check-in.
• Evening Dinner Cruise
  Later that night, your luxury tour begins with a dinner cruise on the Nile. Relax and enjoy a vibrant belly dancing performance. Additionally, a folklore band will feature the incredible Tannoura spin, a nod to Egypt’s whirling dervishes tradition.
• Return to Hotel
  Afterward, return to your hotel for a restful night.

Day 2: Visit the Giza Pyramids and Retrace the Steps of the Pharaohs

• Breakfast
  Your day starts with breakfast at the hotel.
• Meet Your Tour Guide
  Afterward, meet your private tour guide. Then, embark on a luxury adventure filled with knowledge and history.
• Giza Pyramids Complex
  Your first stop is the Giza Pyramids Complex, one of the oldest constructions on the planet. This complex has stood for over 4,000 years and includes:
  • The Great Pyramid of Khufu
    Marvel at the magnificent Pyramid of Khufu, the last remaining wonder of the ancient world. This structure is over 4,500 years old and took 20 years to build using 2.3 million limestone blocks. It reached a height of 147 meters (481 feet) and held the record for the tallest building for 3,800 years.
  • The Great Sphinx
    Next, visit the Great Sphinx, which resembles a lion with a human head, believed to symbolize strength and knowledge. This iconic statue stands 73 meters (240 feet) tall and 19 meters (66 feet) wide.
  • The Valley Temple
    Explore the Valley Temple, where mummification took place during Egypt’s Old Kingdom (2686–2134 BC). This well-preserved archaeological site features diorite sculptures of King Khafre.
• Lunch in Cairo
  After your tour, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo.
• Visit the Egyptian Museum
  Continue to the Egyptian Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Explore over 150,000 items, including treasures from King Tutankhamun’s tomb and the Narmer palette.
• Evening Flight to Luxor
  Finally, travel to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, check into the luxurious Sonesta St. George hotel for the night.

Third day: Explore Luxor’s Egyptian Civilization Gems

• Breakfast at the Hotel
  Start your day with breakfast at the hotel.
• Meet Your Egyptologist
  Next, travel with your Egyptologist tour guide to Luxor’s top attractions.
• The Valley of the Kings
  Visit the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place for New Kingdom rulers (1570-1070 BC). This UNESCO World Heritage Site features 63 tombs filled with treasures, artifacts, and the remains of famous pharaohs like Ramses and Hatshepsut.
• Temple of Hatshepsut
  Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, known as Djoser-Djeseru (Holy of Holies). Constructed over 15 years, this stunning temple showcases the power of Queen Hatshepsut and features impressive sculptures and decorations.
• Memnon’s Colossi
  Next, see the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Standing 18 meters tall, these statues were once thought to sing at dawn due to the wind.
• Lunch and Nile Boat Ride
  Enjoy lunch on an island after a scenic boat ride on the Nile.
• Temple of Karnak
  Finally, visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious structure in the world. This sacred site dates back over 4,000 years and was the center of worship for the Theban triad: Amun, Mut, and Khnsou.
• Return to Hotel
  Spend the night at your hotel in Luxor.

Day 4: Discover Aswan’s Genuine Beauty

• Breakfast and Check-Out
  Have breakfast and check out of your hotel in Luxor.
• Train to Aswan
  Take a first-class train to Aswan. Upon arrival, meet your private Egyptologist tour guide.
• Visit the High Dam
  Start at the High Dam, built between 1960 and 1970. This engineering marvel enhances flood control, boosts agricultural water storage, and generates hydroelectricity.
• Explore the Unfinished Obelisk
  Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut. This impressive monument stands 42 meters tall but remains unfinished due to a fracture during construction.
• Lunch at an Aswani Restaurant
  Savor lunch at a local Aswani restaurant.
• Temple of Philae
  After lunch, explore the Temple of Philae, famous for its association with the Osiris Myth. This beautiful temple was relocated to Agilkia Island in the 1960s to save it from rising waters.
• Check-In at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract
  Finally, check into the luxurious Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan Hotel for the night.

Day 5: Visit the Amazing Temples of Abu Simbel

• Check-out and Depart for Abu Simbel
  After breakfast, check out of the hotel. Your private guide will drive you to Abu Simbel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
• Abu Simbel Temples
  Visit the magnificent temples built by King Ramses II. These temples honor Ramses and his queen, Nefertari. On February 22 and October 22, the sun shines on the faces of the seated statues of Ramses II, Ptah, Amun, and Ra.
• Lunch
  Enjoy lunch after your temple visit.
• Return to Aswan
  Head back to Aswan to catch your flight to Cairo.
• Check-in at Cairo Hotel
  Upon arrival in Cairo, check into your hotel for the night.

Last day: Conclude Your Egypt Luxury Tour Package

• Breakfast and Departure
  Your final day begins with breakfast at the hotel.
• Airport Transfer
  A representative from “Egypt Fun Tours” will transfer you to the airport. Depart safely with unforgettable memories from your luxury Egypt tour.

This itinerary is designed to enhance your experience with seamless transitions and highlights the richness of Egypt’s history and culture. Enjoy your adventure!