Best OF Egypt – 07 Days Luxury Journey
Tour Overview
Experience the highlights of Egypt on an exceptional 7-day luxury journey combining Cairo’s legendary monuments with the timeless landscapes of the Nile. Stand before the Pyramids of Giza and Great Sphinx, discover the extraordinary treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum, and journey south to the monumental temples of Abu Simbel.
Continue to beautiful Aswan and step aboard an elegant Nile cruise, sailing through Upper Egypt while exploring the temples of Philae, Kom Ombo and Edfu. Complete your journey in Luxor, where the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings and the magnificent temples of Hatshepsut, Karnak and Luxor reveal the grandeur of ancient Thebes.
Thoughtfully designed for travelers seeking to experience Egypt’s essential highlights within one week, this journey combines private Egyptologist-guided exploration, refined accommodation, seamless travel and a luxury Nile cruise.
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 in hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
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 in hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
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.
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 onboard
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
After breakfast, you are transferred to Cairo International Airport for your flight back home.
Accommodation: Overnight onboard
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
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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