7-Day Egypt Highlights Tour: Giza, Alexandria, Luxor & Aswan Experience

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7 days - 6 nights

Overview

Budget Travel · Egypt Highlights

Value-Focused Private Package

A complete one-week route through Lower and Upper Egypt

What This 7-Day Egypt Highlights Tour Includes

This private 7-day Egypt highlights tour is designed for travelers who want to experience the country’s most important historical destinations in one organized and value-focused itinerary. The route starts and ends in Cairo and connects Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan.

The included sightseeing covers the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx, Alexandria’s Catacombs and Qaitbay Citadel, the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple in Luxor, Philae Temple and the High Dam in Aswan, followed by Coptic Cairo, the Citadel, the Alabaster Mosque and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

The package combines selected 3-star accommodation, private air-conditioned transportation, intercity train tickets, entrance fees to the listed included attractions and a qualified private Egyptologist guide. It is suitable for couples, families, solo travelers and small private groups seeking broad historical coverage at a controlled cost.

Five major destinations Private guided sightseeing Intercity train tickets included Excellent one-week value

Selected optional experiences require separate booking and payment. Final hotel names, train schedules and operational details are confirmed after booking.

Availability Daily

Duration 7 days / 6 nights

Destinations Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan

Start / End Cairo

Tour Type Private historical and cultural tour

Hotels Selected 3-star hotels

Transportation Private A/C vehicles and intercity trains

Guide Private qualified Egyptologist

Tour Highlights

Your 7-Day Egypt Journey

Tour Highlights

A day-by-day summary of the main included experiences across Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan.

Day 1

Arrival in Cairo

Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport, followed by a private transfer to your selected hotel.

Day 2

Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx

Explore the Giza Plateau with your private Egyptologist guide and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Day 3

Alexandria Historical Tour

Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa and Qaitbay Citadel before returning to Cairo.

Day 4

Luxor’s Royal Monuments

Discover the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon and the vast Karnak Temple complex.

Day 5

Aswan Temples and Engineering

Visit the island sanctuary of Philae Temple and see the Aswan High Dam with your private guide.

Day 6

Coptic and Islamic Cairo

Explore Old Coptic Cairo, the Citadel and Alabaster Mosque, then walk through Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

Day 7

Departure from Cairo

Complete hotel check-out and receive a private transfer according to your confirmed departure details.

What to Expect

Your One-Week Egypt Experience

What to Expect

Expect an active, privately guided journey connecting Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan, with organized transfers, intercity train travel and a broad introduction to Egypt’s ancient, Greco-Roman, Coptic and Islamic heritage.

Assisted Arrival and Transfers

A local representative will meet you at Cairo International Airport, assist with the arrival procedures and arrange the private transfer to your hotel.

Giza’s Ancient Monuments

Explore the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx with a private Egyptologist guide. Saqqara and special-entry tickets remain optional paid additions.

Alexandria’s Coastal Heritage

Travel privately to Alexandria to visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa and Qaitbay Citadel, combining Greco-Roman history with Mediterranean scenery.

Royal Luxor Experience

Discover the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple. Hatshepsut Temple, Luxor Temple and balloon flights are available separately.

Aswan’s Nile Landmarks

Visit Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam with your private guide, then continue through the scheduled intercity rail route back toward Cairo.

Coptic and Islamic Cairo

Conclude the sightseeing with Old Coptic Cairo, the Citadel and Alabaster Mosque, El-Muizz Street and the traditional Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

7 Days Tour Duration

Private Guide and Transport

5 Cities Egypt Highlights Route

The itinerary is active and includes long-distance train travel. Visit order, hotel allocation, train times and operating details may change according to availability, traffic, railway schedules and official site opening hours.

Gifts

A Special Memory from Egypt

Complimentary Gift

Included for Every Participant

Complimentary Cotton T-Shirt

Each confirmed participant will receive one complimentary cotton T-shirt featuring an ancient Egyptian-inspired design and the official Egypt Tours Club logo.

Comfortable Cotton Suitable for sightseeing days and casual wear during the journey.

Ancient Egyptian Design Inspired by Egypt’s remarkable historical and cultural heritage.

Official ETC Branding Features the official Egypt Tours Club logo.

One complimentary T-shirt is provided for each confirmed participant. Available sizes, colours and the final design are subject to stock at the time of travel.

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Helpful Travel Details

Additional Information

Practical information to help you prepare for a comfortable and well-organized journey through Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan.

What to Bring

During warmer months, pack sunscreen, sunglasses and a sunhat. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for archaeological sites, temples and city tours.

Dress Code

Smart-casual, lightweight and modest clothing is recommended. At religious sites, wear long trousers or knee-length clothing and keep shoulders covered.

Airport Meeting

Your representative will wait inside Cairo International Airport with a sign displaying your name and may contact you by WhatsApp when available.

Hotel Category

The package is based on selected 3-star hotels. Final hotel names, room arrangements and any confirmed upgrade will appear in your booking documents.

Intercity Train Travel

Train tickets are included for Cairo–Luxor, Luxor–Aswan and Aswan–Cairo. Final schedules, carriage details and boarding instructions are reconfirmed before travel.

Ground Transportation

Private modern air-conditioned cars, minibuses or buses are used for scheduled transfers and sightseeing according to the confirmed group size.

Professional Guide

A qualified private Egyptologist guide accompanies the included sightseeing and provides historical and archaeological explanations at each listed attraction.

Meals and Dietary Preferences

Meals are provided as stated in the confirmed itinerary. Halal and vegetarian options are widely available; please report allergies or special requests in advance.

Schedule Flexibility

The order and timing of visits may change according to train schedules, traffic, official opening hours, weather and local operating conditions.

Extra Nights and Upgrades

Additional hotel nights, room upgrades, late check-out and selected optional experiences can be arranged subject to availability and extra charges.

After confirmation, you will receive your booking reference, hotel and train details, meeting instructions, confirmed services and final operating schedule. Domestic flights are not part of the published standard route.

Itinerary

Day-by-Day Programme

7-Day Egypt Highlights Tour Itinerary

Day 1 is open by default. Select any other day to view the original package image and complete itinerary details.

Day1

Arrival in Cairo

Airport assistance, private hotel transfer and free evening

Night view of a Nile dinner cruise in Cairo shown among the package experiences

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, an Egypt Tours Club representative will meet you inside the terminal with a sign displaying your name. Assistance is provided with the arrival, visa and customs procedures.

Continue by private air-conditioned vehicle to your selected Cairo hotel. During the transfer, the representative will review the coming programme, answer your questions and assist with check-in.

The evening is free. Cairo by Night, a quad-bike safari and the Pyramids Sound and Light Show may be arranged separately. The package page currently presents the Cairo dinner cruise both as a gift and as an optional tour, so its final inclusion must be confirmed in your booking documents.

Airport meet and assist
Private hotel transfer
Check-in from 2:00 pm
Optional evening experiences

Accommodation: selected 3-star hotel in Cairo · Meal plan listed: breakfast

Day2

Giza Pyramids Tour

Giza Plateau, Great Sphinx, local lunch and optional Saqqara

Pyramids of Giza included in the second day of the Egypt highlights tour

After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide in the hotel lobby and travel to the Giza Plateau.

Explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, the panoramic viewpoint and the Great Sphinx. Your guide will explain the development of the pyramid complex and the royal funerary landscape.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel. Saqqara and the Step Pyramid of Djoser can be added as an optional paid extension, while tickets to enter the interior of the pyramids require separate payment.

Giza Pyramids visit: approximately 3 hours
Great Sphinx
Lunch at a local restaurant
Optional Saqqara extension: approximately 2 hours

Meals: breakfast and lunch · Accommodation: selected 3-star hotel in Cairo

Day3

Alexandria Day Tour

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel and Mediterranean lunch

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa included in the Alexandria sightseeing programme

Meet your guide at the hotel and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast.

Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an underground archaeological site combining Egyptian, Greek and Roman artistic traditions. Continue to the 15th-century Qaitbay Citadel, built near the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.

Enjoy lunch near the coast before returning to Cairo. Pompey’s Pillar and the Serapeum area may be added as optional paid visits. A short Mediterranean swim, when specifically arranged, is seasonal from May through August.

Private Cairo–Alexandria transportation
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
Qaitbay Citadel
Lunch near the Mediterranean

Meals: breakfast and lunch · Accommodation: selected 3-star hotel in Cairo

Day4

Train to Luxor and West Bank Tour

Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple

Decorated royal tomb in the Valley of the Kings during the Luxor tour

At the confirmed time, transfer to Cairo railway station for the included train journey to Luxor. Upon arrival, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin the sightseeing programme.

Explore the Valley of the Kings, where New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in richly decorated tombs. Continue to the Colossi of Memnon, the monumental statues that once stood before the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.

Visit Karnak Temple, one of the world’s largest ancient religious complexes. Hatshepsut Temple, Luxor Temple, the Karnak Sound and Light Show and a hot-air balloon flight are optional paid experiences.

Included Cairo–Luxor train ticket
Valley of the Kings
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak Temple
Optional Luxor experiences

Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner · Accommodation: selected 3-star hotel in Luxor

Day5

Train to Aswan and Aswan Tour

Philae Temple, High Dam and Nile scenery

Philae Temple included in the fifth day tour in Aswan

Transfer at the confirmed time for the included Luxor–Aswan train journey. Upon arrival in Aswan, meet your guide and continue to the scheduled attractions.

Reach Philae Temple by boat and explore the island sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis, known for its elegant reliefs and beautiful Nile setting.

Continue to the Aswan High Dam, a major modern engineering project that transformed water management and power generation in Egypt, then transfer to your hotel.

Included Luxor–Aswan train ticket
Boat transfer to Philae Temple
Philae Temple
Aswan High Dam

Meals: breakfast and lunch · Accommodation: selected 3-star hotel in Aswan

Day6

Train to Cairo and Historic Cairo Tour

Coptic Cairo, Saladin Citadel, El-Muizz Street and Khan El Khalili

Historic church in Old Coptic Cairo included in the sixth day programme

After hotel check-out, transfer to Aswan railway station for the included train journey to Cairo. On arrival, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin the historic city tour.

Visit Old Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church area, Babylon Fortress and important churches connected with Egypt’s Christian heritage. Continue to the Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali.

Walk along historic El-Muizz Street and finish at Khan El Khalili Bazaar, known for traditional workshops, spices and souvenirs, before transferring to your Cairo hotel.

Included Aswan–Cairo train ticket
Old Coptic Cairo
Citadel and Alabaster Mosque
El-Muizz Street
Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Meals: breakfast and lunch · Accommodation: selected Cairo hotel as confirmed

Day7

Departure from Cairo

Hotel check-out and private departure transfer

Historic Cairo skyline before the final departure transfer

Complete hotel check-out by 11:00 am. Your private driver will collect you according to the confirmed departure information and transfer you to Cairo International Airport or the next agreed location.

When departure is later than the standard check-out time, late check-out assistance may be requested, subject to availability and an additional charge. Luggage storage or waiting in the hotel lobby may otherwise be available.

Egypt Tours Club services conclude at the confirmed drop-off point unless extra nights or additional arrangements have been booked.

Check-out by 11:00 am
Private departure transfer
Late check-out on request
End of the 7-day programme

Departure transfer arranged according to your confirmed travel details

Train schedules, visit order and hotel allocation are reconfirmed before travel. The current package page contains conflicting wording about the Cairo dinner cruise and the final Cairo hotel category; both must be confirmed in writing in the booking documents.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

Included in Your Package

Inclusions

The following services are included in the confirmed 7-day private tour through Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan.

✓Meet-and-assist services at airports and train stations

✓6 nights in selected 3-star hotels

✓Private, qualified Egyptologist guide during the included sightseeing

✓Entrance fees and tickets to the attractions listed as included

✓Train tickets for Cairo–Luxor, Luxor–Aswan and Aswan–Cairo

✓Private air-conditioned transportation for all scheduled transfers and tours

✓Lunch on 4 sightseeing days as stated in the itinerary

✓Unlimited bottled water provided in the vehicle

✓All applicable local taxes

All services are provided according to the confirmed itinerary. Special-entry tickets, optional tours and any service not expressly listed remain excluded.

Exclusions

Not Included in Your Package

Exclusions

The following items are not included in the standard 7-day package price and must be arranged or paid for separately.

×International airfare

×Egypt entry visa

×Drinks and beverages not specifically listed as included

×Meals not stated in the confirmed itinerary

×Personal expenses

×Optional tours, activities and special-entry tickets

×Any service or extra not expressly mentioned in the programme

×Tipping for guides, drivers and service staff

Optional services can be arranged on request and remain subject to availability, operating conditions and additional charges.

Current Season Rates

Price Details

Prices are shown per person in US dollars. The final amount depends on the selected travel date, room occupancy, hotel and train availability, and any optional services requested.

USDDisplayed currency

Per PersonPricing basis

3Room options

50%Booking deposit

Private Occupancy

Single Room

One adult using a private room

Current package rate

Adult $2,000

Child 6–11 $1,000

Infant 0–5 $500

Final price per traveler

Double Room

Two adults sharing one room

Current package rate

Adult $1,400

Child 6–11 $700

Infant 0–5 $350

Final price per traveler

Best Adult Value

Triple Room

Three adults sharing one room

Current package rate

Adult $1,340

Child 6–11 On request

Infant 0–5 On request

Final price per traveler

Child and Infant Pricing

The displayed child and infant prices apply to the single- and double-room arrangements shown above. For triple-room family occupancy or a different room distribution, request a final quotation before booking.

Deposit: A 50% deposit of the total booking amount is required to confirm the reservation.

Seasonal changes: Prices may change according to travel dates, peak periods, hotel availability and railway operating conditions.

Room basis: Adult prices are quoted per person according to single, double or triple room occupancy.

Optional services: Saqqara, selected Alexandria and Luxor additions, special-entry tickets and other optional services are not included in these rates.

Dinner cruise: Because the live page currently shows the Cairo dinner cruise both as a gift and as an optional paid tour, its final status must be confirmed in writing.

Final confirmation: Your booking confirmation will show the final room arrangement, traveler ages, hotel category, services and total amount.

Current Season Price Details

Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out

	Single Room	Double Room	Triple Room
Must adult #
Price per adult	$ 2000	$ 1400	$ 1340
Max child # [age:6-11]
Price per child	$ 1000	$ 700
Max infant # [age:0-5]
Price per infant	$ 500	$ 350

Deposit

50 % of the total booking amount

Extra Fees

Available at an Additional Cost

Optional Extras & Additional Fees

The following optional visits, special-entry tickets and requested services are not included in the standard package price and can be arranged separately.

Saqqara Complex

Add the Step Pyramid of Djoser, selected tombs and other parts of the Saqqara archaeological area to the Giza sightseeing day.

Alexandria Optional Sites

Pompey’s Pillar and the Serapeum area can be added to the Alexandria programme, subject to opening hours and available tour time.

Luxor Optional Experiences

A hot-air balloon flight, Hatshepsut Temple, Luxor Temple and the Karnak Sound and Light Show can be booked separately.

Entry Inside the Pyramids

Tickets to enter the Great Pyramid or another open pyramid are optional and require a separate entrance fee.

Special Tomb Tickets

Selected tombs in the Valley of the Kings, including Tutankhamun’s tomb when available, require additional tickets.

Cruise Drinks and Extra Services

Beverages during any dinner cruise, extra hotel nights, room upgrades, late check-out and services not listed in the confirmed itinerary may involve additional charges.

Optional services are subject to availability, official opening and operating conditions, weather where relevant, and final price confirmation before booking.

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Quick answer

This private 7-day Egypt highlights tour connects Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan in one active, value-focused itinerary. The confirmed sightseeing includes the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel, the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple, Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam, Coptic Cairo, the Citadel and Khan El Khalili, with organized transfers, train travel and a private Egyptologist guide.

7 Days / 6 Nights One-Week Egypt Route

Private Tour Guide and Transfers

5 Destinations Lower and Upper Egypt

3-Star Basis Published Hotel Category

7-Day Egypt Tour Questions

Practical answers for travelers comparing a one-week route through Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan.

Is seven days enough for Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan?

Yes, when the route is carefully organized. Seven days can cover the main included highlights in all four regions, but the pace is active and includes long-distance train travel. It is best for travelers who value broad coverage over extended free time.

Which attractions are included in Alexandria?

The confirmed Alexandria programme includes the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa and Qaitbay Citadel. Pompey’s Pillar and the Serapeum area are presented as optional paid additions.

Which Luxor sites are included?

The confirmed Luxor visits include the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple. Hatshepsut Temple, Luxor Temple, the Karnak Sound and Light Show and hot-air balloon flights are optional.

What is included in Aswan?

The detailed Day 5 itinerary includes Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam. The final schedule, guide, transfers and entrance tickets are reconfirmed in the booking documents.

What accommodation is included?

The published inclusions state six nights in selected 3-star hotels. Because one itinerary note currently mentions a 4-star hotel, the final hotel category and room arrangement should be confirmed in writing before travel.

Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes. Extra nights, hotel upgrades, selected optional sites and route adjustments can be requested. Every change remains subject to availability, train schedules, operating feasibility and a final quotation.

7-Day Egypt Highlights Tour: Giza, Alexandria, Luxor & Aswan Experience

Overview

What This 7-Day Egypt Highlights Tour Includes

Tour Highlights

Arrival in Cairo

Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx

Alexandria Historical Tour

Luxor’s Royal Monuments

Aswan Temples and Engineering

Coptic and Islamic Cairo

Departure from Cairo

What to Expect

Assisted Arrival and Transfers

Giza’s Ancient Monuments

Alexandria’s Coastal Heritage

Royal Luxor Experience

Aswan’s Nile Landmarks

Coptic and Islamic Cairo

Gifts

Complimentary Cotton T-Shirt

More About 7-Day Egypt Highlights Tour: Giza, Alexandria, Luxor & Aswan Experience

What to Bring

Dress Code

Airport Meeting

Hotel Category

Intercity Train Travel

Ground Transportation

Professional Guide

Meals and Dietary Preferences

Schedule Flexibility

Extra Nights and Upgrades

Itinerary

Arrival in Cairo

Giza Pyramids Tour

Alexandria Day Tour

Train to Luxor and West Bank Tour

Train to Aswan and Aswan Tour

Train to Cairo and Historic Cairo Tour

Departure from Cairo

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

Exclusions

Single Room

Double Room

Triple Room

Child and Infant Pricing

Current Season Price Details

Deposit

Extra Fees

Saqqara Complex

Alexandria Optional Sites

Luxor Optional Experiences

Entry Inside the Pyramids

Special Tomb Tickets

Cruise Drinks and Extra Services

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Frequently Asked Questions

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