Tour Share 7-Days in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan

Tour Share 7-Days in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan

Overview

Discover Egypt’s icons on a budget-friendly 7 days Egypt tour, combining Cairo’s world-famous monuments with the temple cities of Luxor and Aswan. This easy-paced, shared experience blends ancient history, local culture, and must-see museums, including the new Grand Egyptian Museum.

🗺️ What to Expect

This 7 days Egypt tour is designed for travelers who want big highlights without a rushed pace. You will start in Cairo with the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and major museums, then travel overnight by sleeping train to Luxor for the great temples of the East Bank and the legendary tombs of the West Bank. Afterward, you will continue by road toward Aswan with a stop at Edfu, then enjoy island-set temples and optional cultural add-ons like Abu Simbel or a Nubian Village visit.

Expect a smooth flow with guided sightseeing, local lunch stops on touring days, and comfortable 3 to 4-star accommodations. Difficulty is easy, with typical walking at large archaeological sites.

✨ Highlights

• 🧱 Stand before the Giza Pyramids and learn the stories behind their construction and symbolism.
• 🦁 Meet the legendary Great Sphinx and capture classic photos at the plateau.
• 🏛️ Explore the vast collections of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), from royal treasures to monumental statues.
• 🧿 Walk through Cairo’s historic layers, from Old Cairo to the Salah El-Din Citadel and the Mohamed Ali Mosque.
• 🌿 Discover Luxor’s temple grandeur at Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
• ⚱️ Step into the afterlife stories at the Valley of the Kings and admire the terraced Hatshepsut Temple.
• ⛵ Cruise by boat to the island setting of Philae Temple in Aswan.

📍 Itinerary

Day 1, Cairo, Arrival
Meet and assist at the airport, support with formalities, and transfer to your hotel. Hotel check-in and briefing with the tour leader in the lobby, including itinerary details, Q and A, and local payment collection. Overnight in Cairo, 3 to 4-star hotel.

Day 2, Cairo, Giza and Museums
08:00 AM visit the Giza Plateau to see the Great Pyramid of Giza, Pyramid of Khafre, and Pyramid of Menkaure. Continue to the Great Sphinx. Enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a local eatery. Then visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) to explore its galleries of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Overnight in Cairo, 3 to 4-star hotel.

Day 3, Cairo, Museum, Old Cairo, Citadel, Overnight Train
09:00 AM visit the Egyptian Museum. In the afternoon, explore Old Cairo and its markets, then continue to the Salah El-Din Citadel and the Mohamed Ali Mosque for history and panoramic views. In the evening, transfer to the station for the overnight sleeping train to Luxor, approx. 9 to 10 hours. Dinner and breakfast are included on the train.

Day 4, Luxor, East Bank Temples
Arrive in Luxor and transfer to your hotel. Visit Karnak Temple, including the monumental columns and carved reliefs. Continue to Luxor Temple and the Avenue of Sphinxes. Overnight in Luxor, 3 to 4-star hotel.

Day 5, Luxor, West Bank
After breakfast, cross the Nile to Luxor’s West Bank. Explore the Valley of the Kings and learn about royal tomb art and beliefs about the afterlife. Then visit the Hatshepsut Temple and hear the story of Queen Hatshepsut. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 6, Luxor to Aswan via Edfu, Philae Temple
07:00 AM depart by road from Luxor to Aswan with a stop at the Edfu Horus Temple. Arrive in Aswan, check in, and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the late afternoon, take a short boat ride to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. Overnight in Aswan, 3 to 4-star hotel or guest house.

Day 7, Aswan, Optional Tours
Choose one of the optional experiences. Option 1, visit Abu Simbel, a UNESCO World Heritage site with the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari. Option 2, join an optional Nubian Village tour for cultural insights into Nubian traditions and daily life.

✅ What’s Included

• Meet and assist on arrival, plus airport support with formalities
• Accommodation in Cairo for 2 nights, 3 to 4-star hotel
• Overnight sleeping train Cairo to Luxor, with dinner and breakfast included
• Accommodation in Luxor for 2 nights, 3 to 4-star hotel
• Accommodation in Aswan for 1 night, 3 to 4-star hotel or guest house
• Meals as stated in the itinerary, including breakfasts, local lunches on touring days, and train meals listed
• Transfers and transportation as outlined in the itinerary
• Guided visits to the listed sites, including Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), Egyptian Museum, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Edfu Horus Temple, and Philae Temple

❌ Exclusions

• Optional tours, including Abu Simbel and the Nubian Village
• Personal expenses and items not mentioned in the itinerary
• Snacks, entertainment, and personal items for the overnight train beyond included meals
• Any services not clearly stated under What’s Included

ℹ️ Important Information

• Difficulty, easy. Expect walking and standing at large open-air sites like temples, museums, and the Giza Plateau.
• Meeting and start, arrival support is provided at the airport, then hotel check-in and a lobby briefing with the tour leader.
• Overnight train, the Cairo to Luxor sleeping train takes around 9 to 10 hours. Dinner and breakfast are included. Bring any extra snacks, entertainment, and personal comfort items you may want.
• Timing, key times noted include 08:00 AM for Giza, 09:00 AM for the Egyptian Museum day start, and 07:00 AM for the Luxor to Aswan road transfer.
• Optional experiences, Abu Simbel and Nubian Village are not included and can be added based on your interests.
• Payments, the tour leader will collect the local payment during the hotel lobby briefing on Day 1.

🚀 Secure Your Egypt Highlights Week

If you want a shared, budget-friendly route through Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, this 7 days Egypt tour brings together the essentials, from the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) to the great temples of the Nile. Reserve your place now and keep your plans flexible with optional add-ons like Abu Simbel or a Nubian Village cultural visit.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

Q1, How long is the tour and where does it go?
A1, The tour lasts 7 days and covers Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. It includes major ancient sites, museums, and temples across these three destinations.

Q2, Is this 7 days Egypt tour suitable for beginners or older travelers?
A2, Yes, the difficulty is rated easy. You should be comfortable with walking at museums and large archaeological sites like temples and the Giza Plateau.

Q3, What is the overnight train experience like from Cairo to Luxor?
A3, You will take an overnight sleeping train that typically takes around 9 to 10 hours. Dinner and breakfast are included, and it is recommended to bring snacks, entertainment, and personal items for comfort.

Q4, Does this 7 days Egypt tour include the Grand Egyptian Museum?
A4, Yes, the itinerary includes a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum. You will explore its galleries of ancient Egyptian artifacts with guide context provided during the visit.

Q5, What optional tours can I add in Aswan?
A5, You can choose an optional tour to Abu Simbel or an optional Nubian Village tour. Both are offered as choices on the final day in Aswan.