9 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel

After enjoying breakfast and checking out, your Deluxe Tours Egypt private guide will lead you to the iconic Giza Pyramids Complex, a timeless testament to human grandeur. You will stand in awe before the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the only surviving wonder of the ancient world, standing 147m tall as a pinnacle of innovation. Nearby, you will encounter the Great Sphinx, the "Horus of the Horizon," carved from a single limestone block to represent King Khafre’s wisdom and power. Your exploration continues at the Valley Temple, the remarkably preserved site where the sacred mummification rituals and the "Opening of the Mouth" ceremony were once performed.

The journey transcends time as you visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), a state-of-the-art facility spanning 490,000 square meters. Here, history meets innovation as you marvel at the Hanging Obelisk, the colossal statue of Ramses II, and the complete collection of King Tutankhamun.

After that, you will enjoy your delicious lunch meal.

To conclude your day, you will explore the Saqqara Step Pyramid, the revolutionary masterpiece designed by the genius Imhotep for Pharaoh Djoser. This six-stepped marvel marked the true beginning of the golden age of pyramid construction. 

After the tour you will be transferred to Cairo Airport to take your flight to Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Flight: From Cairo to Aswan 

Overnight: Aswan Hotel

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, Deluxe Tours Egypt takes you on an immersive journey through Aswan, a city where modern innovation meets timeless myth. Your exploration begins at the High Dam, a 20th-century engineering feat that reshaped Egypt’s future by controlling the Nile's floods and creating Lake Nasser. You will then visit the Unfinished Obelisk, an ambitious project by Queen Hatshepsut that remains a fascinating open-air museum, revealing the ancient techniques used to "pierce the sky" with massive granite monoliths.

Head with your tour guide to have your lunch meal.

The highlight of your day is a scenic boat ride to the Philae Temple, the majestic island sanctuary dedicated to the Goddess Isis. Here, your guide will bring the "Myth of Osiris" to life amidst beautifully preserved carvings and colonnades. Rescued by UNESCO from the rising Nile waters, this temple stands today as a symbol of both ancient devotion and modern preservation. After a day filled with the magic of the Nubian city, you will be transferred back to your hotel for an overnight stay in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Overnight: Aswan Hotel

Your day begins in the early morning as you collect your breakfast boxes and embark on a private drive through the golden desert to the southern borders of Egypt. Here, Deluxe Tours Egypt presents the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples, a monumental feat of architecture carved directly into the mountain by Ramses the Great (1279-1213 BCE).

You will explore the Great Temple of Ramses II, famous for its four colossal seated statues and the miraculous biannual Sun Festival, where sunlight pierces the inner sanctum to illuminate the gods. Adjacent to it lies the elegant Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated by the Pharaoh to his most beloved wife. This site is not only a triumph of ancient artistry but also a modern miracle, having been entirely relocated in one of the most complex UNESCO rescue missions in history.

At the end of your day tour, transfer to Aswan to have your lunch meal.

Board your train to Luxor where you will check-in for 5* hotel and spend overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Overnight: Luxor Hotel

After a delightful breakfast at your hotel, Deluxe Tours Egypt takes you to the East Bank to explore the "Most Selected of Places," the Karnak Temple Complex. For over 1,500 years, this massive site was the spiritual heart of the ancient world, dedicated primarily to the Theban Triad: Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu. Walking through its forest of colossal columns and towering obelisks, you will feel the soulful spirit of a civilization that built for eternity.

Following a gourmet lunch at an outstanding local restaurant, you will have time to refresh at your luxury hotel. As evening falls, the adventure continues with a visit to Luxor Temple by Night. This "Southern Sanctuary" transforms into a lunar wonder under the moonlight, revealing hidden architectural details and glowing golden corridors. Originally built by Pharaoh Amenhotep III in 1400 BCE, the temple stands as a mesmerizing example of royal rejuvenation and artistic brilliance. At the conclusion of this enchanting evening, you will be transferred back to your hotel for an overnight stay in the world’s largest open-air museum.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Overnight: Luxor Hotel

After breakfast, your Deluxe Tours Egypt private guide will escort you to the West Bank to explore the legendary Valley of the Kings. This UNESCO World Heritage site served as the royal necropolis for the New Kingdom’s greatest rulers. You will step into the afterlife as you wander through masterfully decorated tombs, including those of Ramses the Great and Tutankhamun, which remain filled with captivating art and spiritual symbols.

The journey continues to the magnificent Hatshepsut Temple, known as "Djoser-Djeseru" or the Holy of Holies. Built in 1479 BC, this three-tiered masterpiece is a brilliant example of classical architecture, dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.

Have a break to enjoy your lunch meal.

Before leaving the West Bank, you will stand before the towering Colossi of Memnon. These two 720-ton quartzite statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III have stood as eternal guardians for millennia, famous since antiquity for the "Vocal Memnon" phenomenon. After this profound exploration of Luxor’s heritage, Then return to your hotel in Luxor for the overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Overnight: Luxor Hotel

After breakfast in Luxor, you will fly back to Cairo to continue your 9-day Egypt itinerary by diving into the city’s rich multicultural heritage. Your Deluxe Tours Egypt guide will first lead you through the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir, an immortal time capsule housing over 120,000 artifacts, including royal jewelry and ancient funerary treasures. The journey through time continues at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), a modern masterpiece where the story of Egypt’s endless heritage is told through rare monuments and the legendary Royal Mummies hall.

After that you will have a break to enjoy your lunch.

In the afternoon, you will explore the spiritual heart of Old Cairo. Visit the 5th-century Hanging Church, built atop the Roman Babylon Fortress, followed by the Ben Ezra Synagogue, a rare architectural gem of Jewish heritage. You will also witness the Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque, the first mosque built in Africa, which stands as a living gallery of Islamic architectural progress. Your day concludes with a stroll through the "Golden Islamic Era" at Al Muizz Street, an illuminating maze of Fatimid grace, before losing yourself in the vibrant scents and colors of the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. This 10th-century market remains the Middle East’s most enchanting shopping destination. At the end of the day, you will be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Flight: From Luxor to Cairo 

Overnight: Cairo Hotel

After breakfast, your Deluxe Tours Egypt private guide will accompany you on a scenic drive to Alexandria, the "Pearl of the Mediterranean." Your exploration begins at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a mysterious multi-level necropolis from the 2nd century AD. This site is a unique masterpiece, blending Hellenistic and Roman artistic elements with ancient Egyptian designs, earning its place as one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages. You will then stand before Pompey’s Pillar, the largest monolith column ever built outside Rome. Carved from pure red granite and standing 28m tall, it remains a towering symbol of Roman might and a tribute to Emperor Diocletian.

After having your special lunch meal at a local restaurant in Alexandria.

The journey continues to the Qaitbay Citadel, a formidable 15th-century Islamic fortress built upon the exact foundations of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria. Using the salvaged stones of that ancient wonder, the citadel now stands as a guardian of the harbor’s history. Your tour concludes at the Alexandria Library (Bibliotheca Alexandrina), a modern architectural marvel and a global house of knowledge. As one of the world's most advanced libraries, it commemorates the original Great Library and houses rare collections in Arabic, English, and French across its majestic galleries. After a day of coastal discovery, you will return to Cairo for your final overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Overnight: Cairo Hotel

After your final breakfast in Cairo, a Deluxe Tours Egypt representative will provide a private transfer to Cairo International Airport. We will assist you with all departure formalities, ensuring a smooth journey home as you carry with you the finest memories of your 9-day Egyptian adventure.

Meals: Breakfast