Schedule: Daily Departures
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Pickup & Drop-off: Cairo International Airport (24/7 VIP Meet & Assist)
Tour Highlights
Discover Egypt's most celebrated archaeological and cultural landmarks on an intensive 7-day classic journey connecting Lower Egypt, the Mediterranean coast, and Upper Egypt via domestic flights, private transfers, and rail.
- Cairo & Giza Plateau: Tour the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Tahrir Square with over 250,000 cataloged pharaonic masterworks, stand before the Fourth Dynasty Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, and capture panoramic views beside the Great Sphinx.
- Coastal Alexandria Day Excursion: Journey northwest along the desert highway to explore the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay standing on the site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, Abu El Abbas Mosque, and the royal grounds of Montaza Palace Gardens.
- Luxor East & West Banks: Fly south to ancient Thebes to explore both banks in a single comprehensive day. Descend into royal underground tombs in the Valley of the Kings, admire Queen Hatshepsut's terraced mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahari, see the Colossi of Memnon, and marvel at the colossal 134-column Hypostyle Hall at Karnak Temple Complex alongside Luxor Temple.
- Aswan & Island Sanctuaries: Travel by scenic train south to Aswan to explore the modern engineering of the High Dam and take a motorboat to Agilkia Island to visit the sacred island Temple of Philae dedicated to the goddess Isis, with an optional morning excursion to the colossal Sun Temples of Abu Simbel.
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Welcome to Egypt
Arrive at Cairo International Airport. Your dedicated Ramasside Tours tour coordinator meets you before customs and immigration holding a personalized name sign. Board a modern, climate-controlled vehicle for a private transfer directly to your hotel in Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 2: The Egyptian Museum & The Great Pyramids of Giza
- Museum of Egyptian Antiquities (Tahrir Square): Begin your morning exploring classical galleries housing over 250,000 registered pharaonic antiquities spanning 5,000 years, including gold treasures, royal jewelry, and dynastic masterpieces.
- The Giza Plateau: Stand before the Fourth Dynasty Pyramids of Khufu (Cheops), Khafre (Chephren), and Menkaure (Mykerinos). Stop at designated desert vantage points for sweeping panoramic photographs framing all three pyramids together.
- The Great Sphinx & Valley Temple: Tour the ancient pink-granite mortuary sanctuary used for royal purification and mummification rites, then walk up close to the iconic limestone colossus guarding the necropolis.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 3: Full-Day Coastal Alexandria Excursion
- Meet your Egyptologist guide for an early morning private drive northwest along the desert highway to Alexandria.
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina: Tour the open courtyards and exterior architecture of the modern library complex housing up to 8 million books. (Note: Closed on Fridays and public holidays; reading hall access requires a separate entry ticket).
- Citadel of Qaitbay: Stop outside the 15th-century sea fortress built on the exact footprint of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- Montaza Palace Gardens: Stroll through the royal grounds of King Farouk, viewing the Salamlek and Haramlek Palaces and the coastal bridges of the Tea Palace.
- Abu El Abbas Mosque & Historic Downtown: Visit Alexandria’s most intricate grand mosque, see the Unknown Soldier Memorial, and view the statue of Alexander the Great.
- Corniche Drive & Stanley Bridge: Drive along the scenic 30-kilometer Corniche past Stanley Bridge, Saint Mark's Cathedral (the oldest church in Africa), and the ancient eastern harbor where over 7,000 submerged monuments were discovered, with an optional lunch stop at a seaside restaurant.
- Return in comfort by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 4: Flight to Luxor – West Bank & East Bank Temples
- Breakfast at your hotel, followed by an early transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor.
- Arrive in ancient Thebes and begin your comprehensive West Bank exploration.
- Valley of the Kings: Explore the underground rock-cut tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs adorned with ancient funerary frescoes.
- Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut: Admire the dramatic three-tiered colonnaded temple rising against the sheer limestone cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
- The Colossi of Memnon: Pause before the twin 18-meter quartzite statues of Amenhotep III standing guard over the ancient flood plain.
- Cross to the East Bank for afternoon temple visits.
- Karnak Temple Complex: Walk down the Avenue of Sphinxes and enter the colossal Great Hypostyle Hall, marveling at 134 sandstone columns soaring up to 21 meters high.
- Luxor Temple: Discover the grand courtyards and seated granite statues of Ramesses the Great, admiring the solitary standing pink-granite obelisk.
- Transfer to your hotel for check-in.
- Overnight in Luxor.
Day 5: Train to Aswan – High Dam & Philae Island Temple
- (Optional: Early morning sunrise hot air balloon flight drifting peacefully over the valleys and temples of Luxor's West Bank).
- Breakfast at your hotel, followed by transfer to Luxor Railway Station for your train journey south to Aswan.
- Arrive in Aswan, meet your representative, and transfer to your hotel.
- Philae Temple Complex: Travel by private motorboat to Agilkia Island to explore the sacred temple of Isis, rescued from rising Nile waters by UNESCO.
- Aswan High Dam: Visit the monumental modern rock-fill dam completed in 1964, taking in sweeping views across Lake Nasser.
- Overnight in Aswan.
Day 6: Aswan – Optional Abu Simbel Excursion – Flight to Cairo
- Breakfast at your hotel. Enjoy a leisure morning in Aswan.
- (Optional Excursion: Journey across the Nubian desert to Lake Nasser to stand before the colossal rock-cut Sun Temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel).
- Transfer to Aswan Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo.
- Meet your representative upon arrival and transfer to your luxury hotel.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Day 7: Cairo – Final Departure
- Breakfast at your hotel. Private executive transfer to Cairo International Airport with departure assistance for your outbound international flight.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 4 Nights luxury hotel accommodation in Cairo (Bed & Breakfast)
- 1 Night luxury hotel accommodation in Luxor (Bed & Breakfast)
- 1 Night luxury hotel accommodation in Aswan (Bed & Breakfast)
- Full-day guided tour in Cairo visiting the Egyptian Museum, Giza Pyramids, and Sphinx
- Full-day guided excursion to coastal Alexandria
- Full-day guided tour in Luxor covering both West and East Banks
- Guided tour of Aswan High Dam and Philae Temple (including island motorboat)
- Train ticket: Luxor to Aswan
- Domestic flights within Egypt: Cairo to Luxor & Aswan to Cairo
- Private overland air-conditioned transfers: Cairo – Alexandria – Cairo
- All ground transportation in modern, climate-controlled vehicles with professional drivers
- Meet-and-assist services across all airports and destinations
- Professional licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guides throughout all excursions
- All entrance tickets to sites listed in the itinerary
- All service charges, road tolls, and municipal taxes
Exclusions
- Entry Visa to Egypt (Fast-track assistance available on arrival upon request)
- International airfare
- Optional excursions (Abu Simbel, sunrise hot air balloon, Sound & Light Show, interior pyramid burial chambers)
- Personal expenses, souvenirs, and beverages outside breakfast
- Gratuities / Tipping
Accommodation Options
5-Star Standard (Plan A)
- Cairo: Le Méridien Pyramids / Steigenberger Pyramids / Ramses Hilton / Barceló Cairo Pyramids / Pyramisa Suites
- Luxor: Steigenberger Nile Palace
- Aswan: Tolip Aswan Hotel / Mövenpick Resort Aswan
5-Star Luxury (Plan B)
- Cairo: Kempinski Nile Hotel / Fairmont Nile City / Conrad Cairo / Cairo Marriott Hotel / Sheraton Cairo / Hilton Golf Pyramids
- Luxor: Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa / Sonesta St. George Hotel
- Aswan: Mövenpick Resort Aswan / Helnan Aswan Hotel
Ultra-Luxury (VIP Plan)
- Cairo: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza / Marriott Mena House / The Nile Ritz-Carlton / Hyatt Regency Cairo West
- Luxor: Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor
- Aswan: Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan
Tour Add-ons & Travel Notes
Executive Luxury Van Upgrade
Upgrade all ground travel to a luxury Mercedes Sprinter or executive minivan featuring extra legroom, dual-zone climate control, onboard Wi-Fi, and cold bottled beverages.
Professional Vacation Photographer
Book a dedicated vacation photographer to capture high-resolution portraits at the Pyramids, Luxor temples, or Alexandria for $50 per day.
Domestic Flight Business Class Upgrade
Upgrade your Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo domestic flights to Business Class for $50 per person per flight segment.
Private Access with Dr. Zahi Hawass
Exclusive private tours can be arranged with world-renowned archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass, offering private walk-throughs between the paws of the Great Sphinx and after-hours access inside the Great Pyramids (inquire for rates and scheduling).
Fast-Track Visa-on-Arrival
Save time at Cairo Airport with pre-arranged entry visas for eligible passport holders (including valid US, UK, or Schengen visa holders) for $35 per person.
Travel Insurance (AIG Travel Guard)
Comprehensive travel insurance through AIG Travel Guard is available for $25 per person for one week or $50 per person for two weeks.
Child Policy
- 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (Domestic airline infant charges apply)
- 2 – 5.99 years: 25% of tour rate (50% if domestic flights are included)
- 6 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult tour rate
- 12+ years: Full adult rate
For reservations, customized flight schedules, and private VIP upgrades, contact us at: [email protected]
