Luxury Tour · Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Nile River
Best OF Egypt – 07 Days Luxury Journey
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- Licence No. 121
Tour Overview
This one week private Egypt tour fits Cairo, Abu Simbel, a three-night Nile cruise and Luxor into seven days, using flights to cut out the long road journeys. It is aimed at first-time visitors with limited leave who want the major sites, a private Egyptologist and five-star comfort without slowing to a gentler pace.
Best of Egypt at a glance
| Detail | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Duration | 7 days / 6 nights, daily departures |
| Route | Cairo, Abu Simbel, Aswan, Nile cruise to Luxor, back to Cairo |
| Cairo hotel | Marriott Mena House |
| Nile cruise | Le Fayan Nile Cruise, three nights from Aswan to Luxor |
| Getting around | Domestic flights plus private air-conditioned transfers |
| Guiding | Private English-speaking Egyptologist |
| Entrance fees | Included for all sites listed in the itinerary |
| Prices | See the price table on this page |
Who this 7 day luxury Egypt tour suits
The program is built for travelers who would rather see a great deal in a week than linger in one place. Abu Simbel is part of the core plan, which many short itineraries leave out, and the cruise covers the stretch of the Nile with the most temples. If you want long afternoons by the pool, a slower plan will suit you better. Because the guiding is private, questions and photo stops follow your interests rather than a group schedule.
How the week is paced
Day 2 pairs the Grand Egyptian Museum with the Giza plateau, a natural order since the museum stands close to the pyramids. Day 3 is the longest: a flight to Abu Simbel, then Philae Temple in Aswan before boarding the ship. The cruise sails north with the current, stopping at Kom Ombo and the Temple of Edfu, and reaches Luxor for the West Bank tombs. The last full day covers Karnak and Luxor Temple before a flight back to Cairo. Domestic flights and private air-conditioned transfers link every stage, so there are no long road journeys anywhere on the route.
Where you stay
Your Cairo base is the Marriott Mena House, set right beside the pyramids, which means a short drive to Giza on your first touring morning. On the river you stay aboard the Le Fayan Nile Cruise, with breakfast, lunch and dinner included on the cruise days, as you move from cabin to temple with very little transfer time.
What you can add or change
An extra night in Luxor eases the final day and leaves room for a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the West Bank. If you would rather avoid a cruise ship, the Jewels of Egypt 6-day journey covers similar ground using hotels. October to April is the most comfortable season for the southern sites.
Need a longer stay in Cairo or a different ship? Our tailor-made tours team can rebuild the week around your dates.
Tour Highlights
Private English-speaking Egyptologist
Private air-conditioned transportation throughout
Personal meet & assist on arrival
Refined stays in Cairo, Nile Cruise (Luxor & Aswan)
Domestic flights
Tour Itinerary
Your journey begins upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, where you will be welcomed and assisted through arrival formalities before continuing by private transfer to your refined accommodation in Cairo.
Settle in and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure as you prepare to begin an extraordinary journey through the land of the pharaohs.
Begin your discovery at the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum, a world-class cultural landmark housing an extraordinary collection spanning thousands of years of Egyptian civilization. Explore its spectacular galleries and discover masterpieces associated with Egypt’s greatest rulers, including the remarkable treasures of King Tutankhamun.
Continue to the legendary Giza Plateau, where the Great Pyramid of Khufu—the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World—stands alongside the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure.
With your private Egyptologist, uncover the history and mysteries surrounding these monumental structures before visiting the timeless Great Sphinx. Complete your exploration from the panoramic viewpoint, where the pyramids rise spectacularly from the desert landscape.
Accommodation: Overnight in hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
A short flight takes you to Abu Simbel. Journey south to the extraordinary Temples of Abu Simbel, among the greatest monuments created during the reign of Ramses II.
Stand before the four colossal statues guarding the Great Temple before exploring its impressive chambers and beautifully carved reliefs. Nearby, discover the elegant temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari, one of ancient Egypt’s most celebrated queens.
Continue to Aswan, where the landscapes of the Nile take on a distinctly Nubian character. Discover the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis and beautifully positioned on Agilkia Island.
Later, embark on your refined Nile cruise, your elegant home as you begin sailing through Upper Egypt.
Accommodation: Overnight aboard the Nile cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy the beauty of Aswan before your Nile journey continues north through landscapes of palm groves, fertile fields and golden desert.
As you sail toward Kom Ombo, relax aboard your cruise and experience the timeless rhythm of life along the riverbanks.
Arrive at the remarkable Temple of Kom Ombo, dramatically positioned beside the Nile. Unique among Egypt’s temples, the complex was dedicated to two deities—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder—and features an unusual symmetrical design.
Return to your cruise and continue sailing toward Edfu. Discover the magnificent Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, its monumental pylons, grand courtyards and richly decorated walls offer an exceptional insight into ancient Egyptian mythology and religious traditions.
Accommodation: Overnight aboard the Nile cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cross to Luxor’s West Bank and enter the legendary Valley of the Kings, where the rulers of Egypt’s New Kingdom created magnificent tombs hidden within the desert mountains.
Explore selected royal tombs decorated with extraordinary scenes depicting the pharaohs’ journey into the afterlife. The valley is also home to the celebrated tomb of King Tutankhamun, discovered by Howard Carter in 1922.
Continue to the spectacular Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, rising dramatically against the limestone cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Its elegant terraces commemorate one of ancient Egypt’s most remarkable rulers.
Stop at the monumental Colossi of Memnon before returning to your Nile cruise for your final evening on the river.
Accommodation: Overnight onboard
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Complete your Egyptian journey with two of ancient Thebes’ greatest monuments.
Explore the immense Karnak Temple Complex, developed and expanded by generations of pharaohs over centuries. Walk beneath the towering columns of the magnificent Great Hypostyle Hall, discover monumental obelisks and sacred spaces, and experience the extraordinary scale of one of the world’s greatest ancient religious complexes.
Continue to Luxor Temple, beautifully situated in the heart of the city and historically connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. Admire its monumental statues, elegant colonnades and beautifully preserved reliefs.
After your exploration, continue to the airport for your departure, bringing your seven-day journey through Egypt to a close with unforgettable memories of the Pyramids, Abu Simbel, the Nile and the magnificent temples and tombs of ancient Thebes.
After your adventure on the Nile, you fly back to Cairo to check in at your 5-star hotel. There, you have a farewell dinner with live Egyptian music and celebrate your unforgettable journey across Egypt.
Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
After breakfast, you are transferred to Cairo International Airport for your flight back home.
Accommodation: No overnight accommodation — departure day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
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Inclusions
- Personal meet & assist service on arrival at the airport
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout
- Domestic flights
- Accommodation in Cairo, including daily breakfast
- Accommodation in Aswan & Luxor
- Privately guided sightseeing in Cairo, as outlined in the itinerary
- Privately guided sightseeing in Luxor/Aswan, as outlined in the itinerary
- Services of a professional English-speaking Egyptologist
- All entrance fees to sites listed in the itinerary
- Selected meals, as specified in the itinerary
- All service charges and applicable taxes
Exclusions
- International Airfare
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Any optional tours
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Tipping.
Tour Prices
Best OF Egypt
Start Price Per Person
$8985
Marriott Mena House
- 5 Stars
Le Fayan Nile Cruise
- 5 Stars
Important Notes
👨👩👧 Delta Tours Child Policy:
- 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (except for flight tickets where airline rules apply).
- 2 – 5.99 years: Pay 25% of adult price (if there is a flight tickets).
- 6 – 11.99 years: Pay 50% of adult price (sharing parents’ room/cabin).
- 12 years and above: Considered an adult and pay full price.
Notes:
- Child discounts apply when sharing a room/cabin with two full-paying adults.
- If a child requires a separate room, the full adult rate applies.
- Some tours, cruises, or hotels may have different rules; in that case, the stricter policy applies.
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Best of Egypt in One Week: Common Questions
Three. You board the Le Fayan Nile Cruise in Aswan on Day 3 and leave it in Luxor on Day 6, with full board on the cruise days.
By air. A short flight takes you to Abu Simbel on Day 3, and the same day continues to Philae Temple in Aswan.
The hotel list names Marriott Mena House, a five-star hotel beside the Giza pyramids. You stay in Cairo at the start of the trip and again after flying back from Luxor.
Day 3 combines a flight, Abu Simbel, Philae Temple and boarding the cruise. Day 6 is also full, with Karnak, Luxor Temple and a flight to Cairo.
Yes. The package includes entrance fees to all sites listed in the itinerary.
Yes. Both are covered on Day 2 with your private Egyptologist, as the museum sits close to the Giza plateau.
Current prices are shown in the price table on this page. International flights, the visa and tips are not included.
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DebbieMel
“Our Egypt trip was perfectly organized with excellent guides, smooth transfers, and constant support from arrival until departure.”
Luciano M
“Professional service, knowledgeable guides, and excellent communication made our experience smooth, enjoyable, and completely stress-free throughout."”
Deepam L
“The customized itinerary matched exactly what we wanted, with attentive staff and outstanding service during every part of our trip.”
Isadora R
“Every detail was handled professionally, from airport assistance to transportation, making us feel comfortable and cared for every day.”
Maria S.
“Excellent organization, punctual drivers, and friendly staff created an unforgettable experience across Cairo, Luxor, and the Nile Valley”
Peter D.
“Knowledgeable Egyptologists and carefully planned sightseeing tours made every destination fascinating, educational, and easy to explore comfortably”
Laura C
“Private transportation, responsive support, and flexible arrangements helped create a relaxing journey that exceeded all our expectations completely.”
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