Luxury Tour · Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel
Treasures of the Pharaohs – 7 Day Luxury Egypt Journey
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Tour Overview
This 7 day luxury Egypt tour fits Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and Abu Simbel into one week by letting domestic flights and a private driver handle the long distances. You travel with a private English-speaking Egyptologist, sleep in hotels rather than on a ship, and the entrance fees for every site on the program are already paid.
Who this week suits
The route is built for travelers with limited leave who still want the full arc of ancient Egypt, from the pyramids to the far south. Because pricing is set by group size, it works as well for a couple as for a family or a small group of friends traveling together. If you prefer a fixed hotel room each night to a cruise cabin, or simply do not want to spend days sailing, this is the hotel-based alternative to a Nile cruise program.
How the route fits together
Cairo comes first: the Giza pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum share one day before you fly south. Luxor is covered in a single, full day that joins the West Bank tombs with Karnak on the East Bank. Instead of sailing to Aswan, you drive there in a private air-conditioned vehicle and stop at Edfu and Kom Ombo along the road, which keeps the temples of the river valley in the plan without adding cruise nights. Aswan then becomes your southern base for a full day out to Abu Simbel and a final morning at Philae and the High Dam, followed by a flight back to Cairo. Expect early starts and long sightseeing days; the arrival afternoon is the main stretch of free time.
At a glance
| Detail | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Duration | 7 days / 6 nights, daily departures |
| Route | Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Abu Simbel |
| Getting around | Domestic flights plus private air-conditioned transport throughout |
| Hotels listed | Marriott Mena House Cairo (5*), Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa (5*) |
| Guiding | Private English-speaking Egyptologist |
| Meals | Breakfast and lunch on Days 2 to 6 |
| Entrance fees | Included for all sites in the itinerary |
Where you stay
In Cairo the listed hotel is the Marriott Mena House, set right beside the Giza plateau, so the pyramids are minutes away on your sightseeing day. In Luxor you stay at the Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa. The published hotel list does not name the Aswan property for the two nights there, so ask for it when you book.
Price by group size
Rates fall as the group grows: $3,775 for a solo traveler, $2,310 per person for 2 to 4 travelers, $1,875 per person for 5 to 8, and $1,795 per person for 9 to 16. International flights, the Egypt entry visa, optional tours and tipping are not included.
When to go and what to change
October to April brings the most comfortable temperatures in Luxor and Aswan; in summer the south is very hot, and early starts matter more. Our guide to the best season to visit Egypt covers the trade-offs month by month. If you would rather see the river from the water, the 8 day Ancient Egypt Revealed journey follows a similar route with four nights on a Nile cruise.
Want an extra night in Cairo, a slower pace in Aswan, or a beach finish? We can rebuild this week as one of our tailor-made tours, or you can compare other luxury Egypt tours.
Tour Highlights
Private English-speaking Egyptologist
Private air-conditioned transportation throughout
Personal meet & assist on arrival
Refined hotel stays in Cairo, Luxor and 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 exploration at the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu—the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World—alongside the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure.
With your private Egyptologist, uncover the extraordinary history behind these monumental structures, admire the Great Sphinx, and take in the spectacular panoramic views across the plateau.
Continue to the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum, where extraordinary masterpieces spanning thousands of years of Egyptian civilization are presented within a spectacular modern setting. Discover the colossal statue of Ramses II and explore the remarkable treasures associated with King Tutankhamun.
Following your exploration, continue to the airport for your flight south to Luxor, where you will settle into your refined accommodation.
Accommodation: Overnight in hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Cross to Luxor’s West Bank and enter the legendary Valley of the Kings, where Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs were laid to rest in elaborately decorated tombs hidden within the desert mountains.
Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, dramatically built against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, before stopping at the monumental Colossi of Memnon.
Later, cross to the East Bank and explore the immense Karnak Temple Complex. Walk beneath the towering columns of the Great Hypostyle Hall and discover monumental gateways, obelisks and sacred spaces created by generations of pharaohs.
Return to your Luxor accommodation following a remarkable day exploring the treasures of ancient Thebes.
Accommodation: Overnight in hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Leave Luxor and journey south through the landscapes of Upper Egypt toward Aswan, stopping along the way to discover two magnificent ancient temples.
Begin at Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient sanctuaries. Dedicated to Horus, its monumental pylons, courtyards and richly carved walls offer an exceptional insight into Ptolemaic architecture and ancient Egyptian mythology.
Continue to Kom Ombo Temple, spectacularly positioned beside the Nile and uniquely dedicated to two gods—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Its symmetrical architecture and fascinating reliefs make it unlike any other temple in Egypt.
Continue to Aswan and settle into Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan.
Accommodation: Overnight in hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Journey south through the Nubian desert to the extraordinary Temples of Abu Simbel, among the most impressive monuments of ancient Egypt.
Stand before the four colossal statues of Ramses II guarding the Great Temple before stepping inside to discover monumental halls and beautifully preserved reliefs celebrating the pharaoh’s reign and divine status.
Nearby, explore the elegant temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari, where the queen is represented on an exceptional scale alongside Ramses II.
The temples’ modern history is equally remarkable: they were relocated during an extraordinary international conservation project to protect them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
Return to Aswan after an unforgettable encounter with one of Egypt’s greatest archaeological masterpieces.
Accommodation: Overnight in Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Discover the distinctive beauty of Aswan, where ancient history, Nubian heritage and the landscapes of the Nile come together.
Begin at the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis and beautifully positioned on Agilkia Island. Reach the temple across the water and explore its elegant courtyards, columns and beautifully carved reliefs.
Continue to the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of modern Egypt’s most significant engineering achievements, overlooking the vast waters of Lake Nasser.
Following your exploration of Aswan, fly back to Cairo for your final night in Egypt.
Accommodation: Overnight in Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Enjoy your final moments in Cairo before your private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.
Your seven-day journey comes to an end after experiencing an extraordinary collection of Egypt’s greatest treasures—from the Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum to the royal tombs of Luxor, the temples of Upper Egypt, magnificent Abu Simbel and the tranquil beauty of Aswan.
Depart with unforgettable memories of a private journey through the landscapes, monuments and stories of ancient Egypt.
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Inclusions
- Personal meet & assist service on arrival at the airport
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout
- Domestic flights
- Accommodation in Cairo
- Accommodation in Luxor & Aswan
- 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
Treasures of the Pharaohs – 7 Day Luxury Journey
Solo
$3775
2-4 Pax
$2310
5-8 Pax
$1875
9-16 pax
$1795
Marriott Mena House Cairo
- 5 Stars
Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
- 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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Treasures of the Pharaohs: Planning Questions
No. You stay in hotels throughout and travel from Luxor to Aswan by private vehicle, stopping at Edfu and Kom Ombo on the way. If you want cruise nights, the 8 day Ancient Egypt Revealed tour covers a similar route on the river.
Yes. The inclusions list all entrance fees to the sites named in the itinerary. Optional tours and extras outside the program are charged separately.
Domestic flights are included: one south from Cairo after the Giza and museum day, and one from Aswan back to Cairo on Day 6.
Abu Simbel is a full-day outing from Aswan, traveling south through the Nubian desert with your private transport. You return to Aswan the same day.
Breakfast and lunch are included on Days 2 to 6. Dinners are not listed, which leaves you free to choose where to eat each evening.
Private. Sightseeing in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan is privately guided by an English-speaking Egyptologist, with private air-conditioned transport.
For 2 to 4 travelers the rate is $2,310 per person. A solo traveler pays 3,775, and larger groups pay $1,875 (5 to 8) or $1,795 (9 to 16) per person.
International flights, the Egypt entry visa, optional tours, personal extras and tipping are excluded.
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