10 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel (Archaeology Tour)

Begin your morning with a delicious breakfast, followed by meeting your professional Egyptologist guide in the hotel lobby.

Venture out to the awe-inspiring Giza Plateau, home to the legendary pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Behold the iconic Sphinx, guardian of these ancient marvels, and visit the Valley Temple, a site rich with history and ritual significance.

Savor a flavorful lunch at a handpicked local restaurant.

Afterward, head to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), one of the world’s most advanced cultural institutions. Inside, explore a vast array of ancient relics, from colossal statues to intricate jewelry, spanning millennia of Egypt’s past. Admire treasures from the Old Kingdom to the New, including objects once belonging to mighty pharaohs.

At day’s end, return comfortably to your hotel.

Optional: In the evening, attend the Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids—a captivating display that narrates ancient history through light projections and dramatic storytelling.

Enjoy breakfast before setting off with your expert guide on a day trip through Egypt’s pyramid legacy.

Start at Saqqara, where the revolutionary Step Pyramid of Djoser rises in tiers—the earliest monumental stone structure in history. Learn about Imhotep’s architectural genius that redefined royal tomb design.

Then explore the open-air museum of Memphis, Egypt’s first capital. See the immense statue of Ramses II and the alabaster sphinx amid the remnants of this ancient city.

Your final stop is Dahshur, where you’ll visit two lesser-known yet fascinating pyramids: the Bent Pyramid, famous for its unique sloped design, and the Red Pyramid—the first true smooth-sided pyramid ever built.

Return to Cairo in the afternoon for a restful evening.

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor—ancient Thebes and a treasure trove of antiquity.

Upon arrival, begin your exploration with a visit to Karnak Temple, a sprawling religious complex developed over centuries. Wander through the vast Hypostyle Hall, marveling at massive columns etched with lotus and papyrus motifs.

Then proceed to Luxor Temple, connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. Admire towering statues, impressive reliefs, and the harmonious blend of Egyptian and Greco-Roman influences.

After your tour, head to your hotel and relax.

Cross the Nile after breakfast to the storied West Bank, burial ground of pharaohs and nobles.

Explore the Valley of the Kings, where elaborately painted tombs of rulers like Tutankhamun and Seti I lie hidden within the hills.

Continue to the majestic Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari—a testament to the reign of Egypt’s powerful female pharaoh.

On your return journey, stop to view the Colossi of Memnon—two massive statues of Amenhotep III that have stood watch for millennia.

Return to your hotel for the evening.

Set out on a full-day journey to two incredible archaeological sites outside Luxor.

Travel north to Abydos to visit the Temple of Seti I, dedicated to Osiris. Admire some of Egypt’s finest bas-reliefs and explore the legendary Abydos King List, chronicling pharaohs through the ages.

Next, visit the Temple of Hathor at Dendera. Known for its astronomical ceiling and beautifully preserved carvings, this site is a jewel of Greco-Roman architecture. Look out for the famous Dendera Zodiac and the richly decorated underground chambers.

Return to Luxor in the evening, enriched by this off-the-beaten-path experience.

Following breakfast, travel south along the Nile en route to Aswan, stopping to explore two captivating temples.

At Edfu, visit the Temple of Horus—among the most complete temples from the Greco-Roman era. Walk through colossal gateways and halls filled with carvings depicting the god Horus’s epic victory over Seth.

Continue to Kom Ombo, a dual temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder. Its symmetrical design, dual sanctuaries, and unique carvings of surgical instruments offer rare glimpses into ancient Egyptian knowledge and spirituality.

End your day in Aswan and check into your hotel.

Begin early for an unforgettable excursion across the Nubian desert to Abu Simbel.

Behold the grandeur of Ramses II’s temple complex, relocated in a remarkable modern engineering feat. The four colossal statues at the entrance are aligned with the sun to illuminate the inner chamber twice annually.

Inside, explore decorated halls narrating scenes of war and divine worship. Visit the nearby Temple of Queen Nefertari, where she is depicted equally alongside the king—a rare honor in ancient times.

Return to Aswan for a free evening.

Begin with a visit to the modern marvel of the High Dam, which transformed Egypt’s economy and created Lake Nasser.

Take a scenic boat ride to Philae Island and explore the Temple of Isis, carefully reconstructed to preserve its beauty after being threatened by rising waters.

Later, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, head to your hotel for your final night in Egypt.

Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel before your private transfer to Cairo Airport for your international departure.

We hope your journey through Egypt has been magical, and we look forward to welcoming you again!