Egypt Travel & Tours: 7 Day Affordable Egypt

Itinerary:

Day 1 – Wednesday: Arrival in Cairo

Arrival at Cairo International Airport, meet & greet service, and private transfer to your hotel. In the evening, enjoy a captivating Tanoura Show at Wekalet El Ghouri. This traditional Egyptian twirling performance takes place at the historic 16th-century Wekalet El Ghouri Arts Center in Cairo, showcasing live music and colorful dances by performers in vibrant costumes. This spinning ritual represents spiritual development and the rich Egyptian cultural heritage.

Overnight at Steigenberger Tahrir Hotel. 

Meals: None

Day 2 – Thursday: Full Day Pyramids, Sakkara & Memphis Tour (B)

Embark on a full-day private guided tour of the iconic Cairo Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Sakkara, and Memphis. Experience the wonders of ancient Egypt firsthand. Return to your hotel and overnight in Cairo.

Overnight at Steigenberger Tahrir Hotel. 

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 – Friday: Fly to Aswan – Embark on Nile Cruise (B, L, D)

Transfer to Cairo Airport by private vehicle for your domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan. Upon arrival, enjoy a meet and greet service before transferring to your Nile Cruise vessel. Excursions included: Visit the High Dam, Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk. 

Overnight onboard. 

Accommodation: the Sonesta Nile Goddess Cruise or Sonesta Moon Goddess Cruise similar (standard cabin) 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 – Saturday: Kom Ombo & Edfu (B, L, D)

Excursions included: Visit the twin temples of Kom Ombo and continue sailing to Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus. Sail to Esna and overnight onboard. 

Accommodation: the Sonesta Nile Goddess or Sonesta Moon Goddess Cruise or similar (standard cabin) 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 – Sunday: Luxor (East Bank)

Excursions Included: Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples, two of the most significant sites in Egypt. Overnight in Luxor onboard the cruise. 

Accommodation: the Sonesta Nile Goddess Cruise or Sonesta Moon Goddess Cruise similar (standard cabin) 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 – Monday: Disembarkation in Luxor & Return to Cairo

Excursions included: Visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Enjoy a domestic flight from Luxor to Cairo. Check in at Le Méridien Cairo Airport Hotel. 

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 – Tuesday: Departure from Cairo

Check out at Le Méridien Cairo Airport Hotel. End of tour.

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Price: $1999 US Dollars per person, double occupancy (peak travel dates excluded) 

or $2825 Canadian Dollars per person

Inclusions

·       Meet & greet service at all airports

·       Private transfers in air-conditioned vehicles

·       First-class accommodation as per itinerary

·       Domestic flights: Cairo–Aswan / Luxor–Cairo

·       All tours and sightseeing with a private Egyptologist guide

·       Entrance fees to all sites

·       Tanoura Show ticket & transfers

Exclusions

·       International airfare

·       Egypt entry visa, approx 28 USD per person

·       Personal expenses and tipping

·       Optional tours or meals not mentioned