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PVT829- 8 Days Cairo – Abu Simbel
Historical & Package Highlights.
The Giza Plateau is a plateau in Giza, on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt, site of the Fourth Dynasty Giza Necropolis, which includes the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the Sphinx, several cemeteries, a workers’ village and an industrial complex. Read more from our blog The Giza Plateau
Luxor will take you back more than 4500 years to enjoy and appreciate some of what’s left of this great ancient kingdom. During your stay in Egypt, our Luxor day tours provide you with the chance to explore the first capital city of ancient Egypt and discover the final resting place of the ancient royals: the valley of the Kings and Queens of the 18th to 20th dynasties, including the great King Ramses II and Tutankhamun tombs, which were carved deep into the desert rock.
Explore the largest place of worship ever built by man, Karnak Temple, and the incredible temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of the iconic female characters of all time who ruled the Egyptian kingdom for a very long time and was remarked by Egyptologists as one of the most successful Queens in history. The queen built herself a temple that is recently known as Hatshepsut temple located in Luxor city dedicated to god Amun.
Aswan: the incredible natural landscapes aren’t only what Aswan has to offer its visitors. Aswan is full of rich historical landmarks, beautiful Nubian villages and unmatched Nile sceneries. No matter where you stay in Egypt during your holiday, nothing prevents you from visiting this adorable city. We offer day tours and packages to Aswan to give you the opportunity to dive into Egypt’s history, visit the most impressive and fascinating symbol of ancient Egyptians creativity: the temple of Abu Simbel. Enjoy the remarkable artefacts in the Nubian city, including Philae Temple and the High Dam.
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Tour Overview
Cairo to Abu Simbel travel package to visit the attractions of Cairo and Giza before traveling to Luxor and Aswan and at the end you will visit Abu Simbel Temples. Enjoy the beauty of Egypt’s past and present in this 8-day tour across road and rail. You’ll begin your journey in Cairo, where you will explore one of the most ancient monuments of the ancient world “Giza Plateau”, the Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx. From Cairo, you will take the sleeper train, to the south of Egypt. You’ll spend several days exploring ancient ruins and temples in Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel before you return back to Cairo.
What to Expect:
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Welcome in Kemet.
Pyramids Valley representative will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport and he will transfer you to your hotel. At the hotel, he will assist you with your check-in and review the package itinerary with you to confirm the pick-up times for each tour.
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 2: Giza Plateau – Train to Luxor.
Enjoy your breakfast at your hotel in Cairo before checking out, to start your visit with exploring one of the most ancient monuments in the world “Giza Plateau” the Great Pyramids of King Khufu “Cheops”, King Khafre “Chephren”, and King Mankura “Mycerinus”, with the great Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Then, move on to the Egyptian Museum. Continue to old Cairo, where you will explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s oldest bazaar. Later, our representative will transfer you to Giza railway station to catch the sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor.
Dinner will be served on board.
Overnight inside your compartment.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo, Khan El Khalili.
Day 3: Luxor Sightseeings.
Upon your arrival at Luxor train station, our representative will meet you to start your Luxor tours. You will visit the last destination of ancient Kings and Queens and the most interesting tombs of the West Bank of the Nile River in the Valley of the Kings, explore the Temple of Hatshepsut, One of the iconic female characters of all time is Queen Hatshepsut who ruled the kingdom for a very long time and was remarked by Egyptologists as one of the most successful Queen in the history.
And you will stop by the “Colossi of Memnon”.
Then, you will visit Luxor Temple, which is considered one of the world’s most remarkable open-air museums and the second most-visited historical site in Egypt. Then to the majestic Karnak Temple complex. After you finish your visit our representative will transfer you to your hotel in Luxor
Overnight in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Visits: Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple.
Day 4: Luxor and Aswan Sightseeings.
After breakfast, our representative will pick you up from the hotel driving to Aswan. It is about 3 and a half hours driving. Upon arrival, you will be taken to your hotel for check-in. You’ll see the world-famous High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries, then to the Temple of Philae on Isis Island, dedicated to the goddesses Isis and Hathor. Then, sail around Elephantine Island on a felucca boat. Later, our representative will transfer you back to your hotel in Aswa
Overnight in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Visits: High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, Elephantine Island.
Day 5: Abu Simbel Tour – Train to Cairo.
You’ll start your day early with a breakfast box at 4:30 am, and then you will start your tour to Abu Simbel Temples, about 3.5 hours driving. Upon your arrival, you will explore Abu Simbel temple, one of the world’s most breathtaking ancient monuments, it is the perfect example for the endless-ambition of the ancient Egyptians and also a model for modern engineering. The Great Ramses II built another one beside his temple as a symbol of his immortal love and his favorite wife Queen Nefertari.
The temples have been successfully relocated with the help of UNESCO to a spot 60 meters above the cliff, to avoid submersion by the massive Nasser lake, this process took four years
Overnight inside your compartment.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Visits: Abu Simbel Temples.
Day 6: Back to Cairo.
Enjoy breakfast aboard the train before your arrival at the train station in Giza, where you’ll be met by our representative, who will check you into your hotel in Cairo. You’ll have a day of leisure time, or enjoy an optional trip to visit the Step Pyramid of King Zoser in Sakkara and Memphis.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast.
Visits: Free day in Cairo, Optional tour to visit the Step Pyramid of King Zoser in Sakkara and Memphis.
Day 7: Optional Trip to Alexandria.
Enjoy a free day in Cairo, or book an optional trip to the city of Alexandria in the north, where you can see majestic Qaitbay Fort, built in the 15th century on the site of Alexandria’s ancient lighthouse, then to the Library of Alexandria. You’ll also visit the Catacombs, a sunken Roman cemetery carved into the bedrock.
After you finish your visit you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast.
Visits: Free day in Cairo, Optional trip to Alexandria (Visits in Alexandria: Qaitbay Fort, Library of Alexandria, Catacombs).
Day 8: Final Departure.
After your breakfast at your hotel, our representative will pick you up to transfer you to Cairo International Airport for final departure.
Meals: Breakfast.
Prices
| Season | Travelling alone | Double Room | Triple Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAY – SEP | 1410,00 EUR | 835,00 EUR | 742,00 EUR |
| OCT – APR | 1470,00 EUR | 895,00 EUR | 795,00 EUR |
Price indicated per person.
Hotels in Cairo
Additional Information
Note: Egyptian trains are designed and maintained according to standards of quality determined by the Egyptian Railway Authority. The sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan takes about 14 hours, and the journey from Luxor to Cairo takes about 11 hours. To reduce time spent traveling, you can upgrade your trip package for about 140,00 Euro per person to travel by domestic flight instead (about 1.5 hours).
All our private guided tours and packages are adjustable regarding time and itinerary to meet your requirements.
When to Book:
You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are possibilities.
Accessibility:
Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation.
How to Book:
To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us
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DepartureCairo
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IncludedAirport Pick-up - Airport Drop-offThree Nights in Cairo, on B&B basisOne Night in Luxor, on B&B basisOne Night in Aswan, on B&B basisAll Itinerary sightseeingsPrivate Tour guideAll Entrance FeesAll Meals Mentioned in the ItineraryAll Service Charge and Taxes
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Not IncludedInternational AirfareEntry Visa to EgyptAny Optional ToursPersonal Expenses and Tipping
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