7-Day Elite Egypt Overland: Pyramids & Kings Express 🏆
Cairo - Giza - Aswan - Luxor
Egypt Gateway invites you to discover the very essence of ancient civilization on this unforgettable 7-day private overland adventure. Specially designed for travelers seeking a profound and deeply meaningful Egyptian experience within a limited timeframe, this elite tour seamlessly combines private domestic flights, scenic train journeys, and private expert Egyptologist guidance. Stand before the great Pyramids, sail to mystical island temples, and uncover the grand royal secrets hidden deep within the desert mountains.
Tour Plan (Click each day to view details)
🗓️ DAY 1: Arrival in Cairo & Welcome
- Meet and assist upon arrival at Cairo International Airport by our dedicated team.
- Private transfer to your premium hotel in Cairo via an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Spend the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing and recovering from your journey.
- Overnight: Cairo Hotel | Meals: Breakfast
🗓️ DAY 2: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Royal Mummies
- Explore the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramids and the Great Sphinx.
- Visit the Queens’ Pyramids and enjoy spectacular views from the desert Panoramic Point.
- Discover the Valley Temple and learn about ancient Pharaonic mummification rituals.
- Visit the Papyrus Institute to see how ancient Egyptians traditionally crafted papyrus paper.
- Tour the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) to visit the world-famous Royal Mummies Hall, spanning over 7,000 years of history.
- Optional: Camel ride at the pyramids or lunch with a panoramic pyramid view.
- Overnight: Cairo Hotel | Meals: Breakfast
🗓️ DAY 3: Flight to Aswan & Philae Island Temple
- Morning transfer to Cairo Airport and fly to the beautiful southern city of Aswan.
- Take a scenic motorboat ride to visit the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis on its picturesque island.
- Stop at the Aswan High Dam to enjoy grand panoramic views over Lake Nasser and learn about modern engineering history.
- Transfer and check in to your hotel in Aswan.
- Optional: Nubian Village afternoon excursion or traditional felucca sailing trip on the Nile.
- Overnight: Aswan Hotel | Meals: Breakfast
🗓️ DAY 4: Abu Simbel Option & Scenic Train to Luxor
- Enjoy free morning time in Aswan to explore the local markets.
- In the afternoon, board the scenic overland train directly to Luxor.
- Arrive in Luxor, meet our driver at the station, and transfer to your hotel.
- Optional Excursion: Early morning road trip to the monumental rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel.
- Overnight: Luxor Hotel | Meals: Breakfast
🗓️ DAY 5: Ancient East Bank: Karnak & Luxor Temples
- Explore the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest ancient religious sanctuaries ever constructed on Earth.
- Walk among towering hypostyle columns, colossal obelisks, and sacred courtyards.
- Visit Luxor Temple, beautifully situated right in the heart of the city.
- Stroll along the newly restored Avenue of Sphinxes, which historically connected the two grand temple complexes.
- Overnight: Luxor Hotel | Meals: Breakfast
🗓️ DAY 6: Ancient West Bank: Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut
- Cross to the West Bank and begin your exploration with a photo stop at the massive Colossi of Memnon.
- Visit the spectacular cliff-cut Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari.
- Discover the legendary Valley of the Kings, entering beautifully decorated underground royal tombs featuring vibrant Pharaonic texts and colors.
- Optional: Sunrise hot air balloon flight over Luxor’s temples and the Nile Valley fields.
- Overnight: Luxor Hotel | Meals: Breakfast
🗓️ DAY 7: Final Departure from Luxor
- Enjoy your final breakfast at the Luxor hotel.
- Private transfer to Luxor Airport for your departure flight back to Cairo for your international connection.
- Conclude your unforgettable Egyptian adventure filled with lasting memories of ancient wonders and rich history.
- Meals: Breakfast
Includes
- Private airport pickups & drop-offs at all destinations
- All listed sightseeing tours with a licensed expert Egyptologist guide
- All main entry tickets and entrance fees for listed archaeological sites
- Private air-conditioned transportation during all excursions
- Premium Accommodations: 2 nights in Cairo hotel, 1 night in Aswan hotel, and 3 nights in Luxor hotel
- Private domestic flight tickets included (Cairo–Aswan / Luxor–Cairo)
- All breakfasts mentioned across the itinerary
- 24/7 dedicated on-ground local support and assistance
- All applicable local service charges, taxes, and VAT
Exclusions
- International flight tickets to and from Egypt
- Official Entry Visa to Egypt
- Optional tours, excursions, and special inner-tomb entrance tickets
- Meals & drinks not explicitly listed in the daily itinerary
- Personal travel insurance coverage
- Gratuities (Tips for the Egyptologist guides, private drivers, and hotel staff)
Price/Notes
- Premium Price: From $3,000.00 per person (Based on double occupancy and premium services).
- Comfortable walking shoes are essential for overland tours; layered clothing is advised for morning transfers.
- Fully protected under UK booking standards with absolute secure payment gateways.
- Instant booking features with 24-hour free cancellation policy prior to arrival date.
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