7 Days in Egypt: Cairo, Luxor and Aswan Private Guided Tour
Seven days, three legendary cities, and thousands of years of history waiting to be explored with your private Egyptology guide.
This 7-day Egypt private tour is designed for travelers who want to experience the full breadth of ancient Egyptian civilization, from the iconic Pyramids of Giza to the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel, in a single well-paced itinerary. Every transfer, entrance, and guided visit is arranged under private, air-conditioned comfort so you can focus entirely on the experience.
The route connects Egypt's three most historically significant destinations: Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor. Each city contributes a distinct chapter to the story of ancient Egypt, and together they provide an understanding of pharaonic culture that no single destination can offer alone.
A dedicated Egyptology guide accompanies you throughout, providing context and insight at every site. The itinerary balances major landmarks with less-visited attractions such as the Nubian Village in Aswan and the Coptic quarter of Old Cairo, ensuring the week feels varied rather than repetitive.
Tour Highlights
Stand before the three Great Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, among the most recognized monuments in human history.
Explore the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, home to more than 250,000 genuine artefacts including the treasures of Tutankhamun.
Visit the twin temples of Abu Simbel, carved from solid rock by Ramses II and later relocated by a landmark UNESCO preservation project.
Discover Aswan's highlights including Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Aswan High Dam beside Lake Nasser.
Walk through Karnak Temple Complex, the largest ancient religious site ever constructed, spanning 247 acres of monumental architecture.
Descend into the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor, where pharaohs of the 18th to 20th dynasties were laid to rest.
Wander the alleys of Khan el-Khalili Bazaar and the historic Coptic churches of Old Cairo on the final day before departure.
Itinerary Overview
A ToursXplorer representative meets you at Cairo International Airport and transfers you by private air-conditioned vehicle to your five-star hotel in Cairo or Giza. The day is free to settle in and rest ahead of a full itinerary.
Your guide collects you from the hotel for visits to the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, followed by the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. The afternoon takes you to the Egyptian Museum in central Cairo, where the Tutankhamun collection is the centerpiece of a vast permanent display. You then fly to Aswan for an overnight stay.
An early excursion reaches the twin temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel, originally carved between 1274 and 1244 BC and relocated stone by stone during the 1960s UNESCO rescue operation. The afternoon is spent in the Nubian Village, a colorful and authentic community on the banks of the Nile that offers a genuine contrast to the pharaonic sites visited earlier.
The morning covers Philae Temple, built to honor the goddess Isis, alongside the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk in the Northern Quarries. The obelisk, nearly 42 meters long and weighing an estimated 1,168 tonnes, was abandoned before completion and remains a key reference for understanding ancient construction methods. You then travel by road to Luxor for an overnight stay.
The West Bank of Luxor is home to the Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis used by pharaohs from the 18th to the 20th dynasty. Tomb interiors retain well-preserved painted decoration, and the guide provides narrative context for the rulers buried here including Ramses II and Tutankhamun.
Karnak Temple Complex, spread across 247 acres and built over multiple generations of pharaohs, is the largest ancient religious complex ever constructed. The visit continues to Luxor Temple, substantially built by Amenhotep III and later completed by Tutankhamun and Ramses II, whose military battle scenes decorate the first pylon.
What Is Included and Excluded
Included
- Airport meet-and-assist on arrival and departure
- All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan
- Six nights in five-star hotels (Cairo, Aswan, Luxor)
- Private certified Egyptology guide throughout
- Entrance fees to all listed sites
- Visit to Abu Simbel temples
- Nubian Village excursion in Aswan
- Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple guided visits
- Valley of the Kings guided visit
- Old Cairo and Khan el-Khalili tour on final day
Not Included
- International flights to and from Egypt
- Egypt entry visa
- Travel insurance
- Mummies Room entrance fee at the Egyptian Museum
- Tomb of Tutankhamun entrance in the Valley of the Kings
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
Important Information
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