About this trip
Six days covering the core sights of ancient Egypt, from the Pyramids of Giza to the temples of Luxor and Abu Simbel, with an overnight train linking Cairo and Aswan.
You're guided throughout, so there's no need to work out logistics or history on your own — accommodation and transport between sites are included, and the pace is set to take in a lot of ground without you having to organise any of it.
It suits people who want the big-name monuments ticked off properly, with an expert guide on hand at each one rather than a rushed drive-by.
What you'll do
- Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx with a guide
- Visit the Egyptian Museum, including its master pieces and the Golden tomb collection
- See Philae Temple in Aswan
- Marvel at the temples of Abu Simbel
- Explore Luxor's East and West Banks, including the Valley of the Kings
- Travel between Cairo and Aswan by overnight train
- Fully guided throughout, so this suits people happy to follow a set schedule rather than explore independently
- An overnight train is part of the itinerary, which suits some travellers better than others
- A lot of major sites are packed into six days, so expect early starts and full days
Worth it if you value knowledgeable, passionate guides and don't mind early starts, hidden costs, and sorting logistics yourself. Think twice if you need clear upfront pricing, fixed pickup times, and accommodation guarantees.
- Guides like Michael, Hany, and Sayed were genuinely knowledgeable and went above and beyond for group comfort.
- Entry fees aren't listed upfront—you'll face a dozen unexpected cash demands with no pricing guidance beforehand.
- 4am pickups mentioned only the evening before; expect loose organisation and multiple contacts, not one clear coordinator.
- Sleeper train seats are loud and uncomfortable unless you pay extra for cabin upgrades; sit-up seating means minimal sleep.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Cairo · 19 Jul – 20 Jul
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