Egypt Uncovered: From Cairo to Aswan
Highlights: Pyramids of Giza, Cairo’s Khan el-Khalili bazaar, Aswan and Philae Temple, Nubian village dinner, Kom Ombo Temple, Luxor’s Valley of the Kings, scenic overnight trains along the Nile.
✈️ Important to Know
- 🌍 International flights are not included in the tour price.
- 🏨 Meeting point: the first hotel listed in your itinerary (meet your Anubis Tours guide there).
- 🕓 You can arrive any time on Day 1 of the tour.
- 🚐 Airport transfers are available on request.
- 📧 Need help? Email us at info@anubistoursegypt.com — we’re happy to assist!
Highlights
- The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- Khan el-Khalili bazaar and a traditional shisha café
- Overnight sleeper trains between Cairo, Aswan and Luxor
- Philae Temple and the bustling Aswan souk
- A boat ride to a Nubian village with a home-cooked dinner
- Free time in Aswan, with the option to visit Abu Simbel or the High Dam
- A felucca ride on the Nile
- Kom Ombo Temple on the road to Luxor
- Dinner at Luxor's lively local market
- West Bank tour: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon
Overview
Day 1 – Cairo
Arrive in Cairo at any time. In the evening, meet your Anubis Tours leader and your fellow travelers for a welcome introduction and first-night gathering.
Day 2 – Cairo → Aswan
Begin the day with a guided visit to the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Afterwards, take an orientation walk through the vibrant Khan el-Khalili bazaar, with time to shop or relax in a local shisha café. In the evening, board the overnight sleeper train to Aswān.
Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner
Day 3 – Aswan
Enjoy a free morning to explore Aswān at your own pace. Visit the Philae Temple, browse the bustling souk, or simply relax by the Nile. In the afternoon, board a boat to a Nubian village and share a traditional home-cooked dinner with a local family.
Exclusive Inclusions: Local Living Moment – Boat Ride to Nubian Village with Traditional Meal
Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner
Day 4 – Aswan
Spend the day exploring Aswān. You might choose to visit Abu Simbel, discover the High Dam, or stroll through town — the day is yours to enjoy.
Exclusive Inclusions: Discover Moment
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 5 – Aswan → Kom Ombo → Luxor
After breakfast, take a short felucca ride to Aswān Bridge, then travel by road to Kom Ombo. Visit the fascinating Kom Ombo Temple before continuing to Luxor. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the lively local market.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 6 – Luxor
A full free day in Luxor. Choose to join a guided West Bank tour of the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon, or explore at your own pace with a stroll through the bazaars or a visit to one of the city’s museums.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7 – Luxor → Cairo
After breakfast, enjoy a free day in Luxor before boarding the overnight train back to Cairo.
Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner
Day 8 – Cairo
Arrive back in Cairo. Your tour ends upon arrival.
Meals included: Breakfast
Trip facts
- Arrival City
- Cairo
- Departure City
- Cairo
- Accomodation
- 5 nights in simple twin-share hotels - 2 nights aboard an overnight sleeper train
- Meals
- 7 breakfasts, 4 dinners • (Budget approx. USD 130–160 for additional meals not included)
- Transportation
- Private air-conditioned van, overnight sleeper train, felucca, walking tours
- Guide
- Certified Egyptologist as Tour Leader throughout the trip
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 Cairo
Arrive in Cairo at any time. There are no planned activities until the evening welcome meeting, where you’ll meet your Anubis Tours leader and fellow travelers. Afterwards, enjoy a relaxed evening at a local restaurant and bar in one of Cairo’s trendy neighborhoods.
Day 2 Cairo → Aswan
Begin the day with a guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, followed by an orientation walk through the bustling Khan el-Khalili bazaar, with time for shopping or tea at a local café. In the evening, board the overnight sleeper train to Aswan (twin-berth cabins, basic meals provided).
Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner
Day 3 Aswan
Enjoy a free morning to explore Aswān — visit the Philae Temple, stroll through the colorful souk, or simply relax by the Nile. In the afternoon, take a boat ride to a Nubian village and share a traditional home cooked dinner with a local family.
Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner
Day 4 Aswan
A free day to explore Aswān. Choose from a range of optional activities: visit the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, wander the souk, or attend the Philae Temple Sound & Light Show in the evening.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 5 Aswan → Kom Ombo → Luxor
After breakfast, sail by felucca to Aswan Bridge, then transfer to Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Continue by private vehicle to Luxor. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the lively local market.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 6 Luxor
A full free day in Luxor. Choose an optional guided tour of the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon, or explore at your own pace by visiting museums or browsing bazaars.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7 Luxor → Cairo
A free day in Luxor, board the overnight sleeper train back to Cairo.
Day 8 Cairo
Arrive back in Cairo. Your tour ends upon arrival at Giza train station (please allow time for possible train delays before booking onward flights).
Meals included: Breakfast
What's included
Included
- Guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- Orientation walk through Cairo’s Khan el-Khalili bazaar
- Free time to explore Aswan at your own pace
- Felucca sailing excursion on the Nile
- Visit to Kom Ombo Temple
- All transport between destinations and to/from the included activities
- 5 nights in simple hotels (twin-share)
- 2 nights on an overnight sleeper train
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners included
- Allow USD 130–175 for meals not included
- Private air-conditioned van
- Train
- Felucca
- Certified Egyptologist throughout the tour
Optional extras
Memphis & Sakkara Tour – from $50
Discover Egypt’s earliest pyramids, including the Step Pyramid of Djoser, and explore the ruins of ancient Memphis.
Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour – from $45
Visit historic mosques, churches, and the impressive Citadel of Saladin for a glimpse into Cairo’s diverse heritage.
Philae Temple Visit – from $30
Take a boat ride to Agilkia Island and explore the stunning Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Abu Simbel Excursion – from $95
Journey south to marvel at Ramses II’s colossal temples, a UNESCO-rescued masterpiece carved into the cliffs.
Luxor West Bank Tour – from $50
Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the iconic Colossi of Memnon.
My Own Room Option – from $275
For solo travelers who prefer privacy, upgrade to your own private room throughout the trip.
Route map
Dates & booking
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