Long-stay holidays

Egypt Grand Tour

Egypt in depth: Cairo's pyramids and museums, Aswan with Philae and Abu Simbel, then three nights in Luxor for Karnak and the Valley of the Kings.

Trip at a glance

Duration9 days / 8 nights
Starts inCairo & Giza
RouteCairo & Giza · Aswan & Abu Simbel · Luxor
Places3 destinations
CountryEgypt
Ideal forCultural holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-PMQR9Q

Best time to visit: October to April

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Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx – Cairo & Giza

Abu Simbel – Aswan & Abu Simbel

Trip overview

Egypt in depth: Cairo's pyramids and museums, Aswan with Philae and Abu Simbel, then three nights in Luxor for Karnak and the Valley of the Kings.

The route spends 3 nights in Cairo & Giza, 2 nights in Aswan & Abu Simbel and 3 nights in Luxor, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits cultural holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Pyramids of Giza and the SphinxGrand Egyptian MuseumKhan el-KhaliliAbu SimbelPhilae TempleNubian villageKarnak TempleLuxor TempleValley of the Kings

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Cairo & Giza

Arrive via Cairo International Airport (CAI) or Sphinx Airport (SPX) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: Last of the Seven Wonders

Day 2Cairo & Giza: Khan el-Khalili and Citadel of Saladin

Khan el-Khalili: Historic bazaar
Citadel of Saladin: Mosque of Muhammad Ali

Day 3Cairo & Giza: Saqqara and Nile dinner cruise

Saqqara: Step Pyramid of Djoser
Nile dinner cruise: Evening on the river

Day 4Cairo & Giza to Aswan & Abu Simbel

Fly from Cairo & Giza to Aswan & Abu Simbel (flight timings confirmed in your quote)
Check in at your Aswan & Abu Simbel hotel
Nubian village: Colourful houses

Day 5Aswan & Abu Simbel: High Dam and Abu Simbel

High Dam: Lake Nasser
Abu Simbel: Temples of Ramesses II

Day 6Aswan & Abu Simbel to Luxor

Travel from Aswan & Abu Simbel to Luxor by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Luxor hotel
Luxor Temple: Lit up at night

Day 7Luxor: Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut

Valley of the Kings: Royal tombs
Temple of Hatshepsut: Terraced temple

Day 8Luxor: Colossi of Memnon and Hot-air balloon at sunrise

Colossi of Memnon: Giant statues
Hot-air balloon at sunrise

Day 9Depart from Luxor

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Luxor International Airport (LXR) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Rest days built in every few days
Laundry stops planned
Travel insurance covering the full trip recommended
Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites
Timed tickets booked for sites that need them

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Cairo & Giza: Visit the pyramids at opening time; mid-day is hot and crowded.
Aswan & Abu Simbel: Fly to Abu Simbel to save the very early road convoy.
Luxor: Take the sunrise balloon over the west bank.

At a glance

Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
Route: Cairo & Giza, Aswan & Abu Simbel, Luxor
Ideal for: Cultural holidays
Best time: October to April
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-PMQR9Q

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 8 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Cairo & Giza: October to April. Aswan & Abu Simbel: October to April. Luxor: October to April.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Cairo & Giza (Cairo International Airport (CAI) or Sphinx Airport (SPX)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.