Egypt Nile Civilization Odyssey Cairo + Aswan + Luxor Pyramids + Valley of the Kings + Felucca 8-Day Private Tour
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At a glance
- Length
- 8 Days / 7 Nights
- Start / end
- Cairo International Airport → Cairo International Airport
- Suits
- Seniors
- Best season
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
Day by day
- Day 1Cairo International Airport → Saladin Citadel → Coptic Cairo → Khan el-Khalili Bazaar → Egyptian Museum
- Day 2Giza Plateau → Great Sphinx → Grand Egyptian Museum
- Day 3National Museum of Egyptian Civilization → Bab Zuweila → Gayer-Anderson Museum → Cave Church → City Stars Mall
- Day 4Cairo Airport → Aswan → Aswan High Dam → Nile Felucca → Philae Temple
- Day 5Abu Simbel Temples → Nubian Village
- Day 6Kom Ombo → Luxor → Karnak Temple
- Day 7Valley of the Kings → Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut → Luxor Temple
- Day 8Luxor Hotel → Luxor Airport → Cairo International Airport
Price includes
Chauffeur only: private car, Chinese-speaking driver-guide, fuel, tolls and parking, the guide’s room and meals.
All-inclusive: everything above plus hotels, the main tickets listed in the itinerary and daily breakfast.
Not included
Flights, visas, travel insurance and personal spending; with Chauffeur only, hotels, tickets and meals are yours to arrange.
Practical details
- Pick-up point and start time: agreed with your consultant when you book.
- Luggage: a 7-8 seat Mercedes V-Class takes about 7 large cases; larger groups or more luggage get a bigger vehicle.
- Child seats: available — tell us the children’s ages and weights when booking.
How to book
- Contact a consultant (WeChat, WhatsApp or the enquiry form) with your dates, group size and ideas
- The consultant confirms each day, the vehicle and hotels, and sends a quote
- Once you accept the quote, pay in full to secure the vehicle and driver-guide
Cancellation and changes: see our booking terms and cancellation policy
Tour Highlights
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Luxor Temple
Marc Ryckaert / CC BY 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsItinerary Overview
Cairo | Immersion in the Ancient Pharaoh's Capital
Arrive in Cairo, visit the Saladin Citadel, Coptic Cairo, and Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, with a possible visit to the Egyptian Museum.
Cairo International Airport
Arrive at the airport and complete visa-on-arrival procedures.
Saladin Citadel
Visit the 12th-century military fortress overlooking Old Cairo, home to the magnificent Muhammad Ali Mosque.
Coptic Cairo
Stroll through the area to visit the Hanging Church, experiencing the fusion of Christian and Islamic civilizations.
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
Immerse yourself in ancient alleyways, selecting Pharaonic jewelry or spices, and experiencing local life.
Egyptian Museum
If time permits, come face to face with Tutankhamun's golden mask and other artifacts.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Not included
- Lunch Not included
- Dinner Not included (recommended to dine independently)
Accommodation
Local 5-Star Hotel in Cairo
Cairo – Giza | Contemplating the Eternal Monoliths
Visit the Giza Pyramid Complex, the Great Sphinx, and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Giza Plateau
Visit the Giza Pyramid Complex (Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure), experiencing their grandeur in the morning light.
Great Sphinx
Stand before the Sphinx, feeling its gaze and guardianship spanning five millennia.
Grand Egyptian Museum
Explore the world's largest archaeological museum, gaining deep insight into Egyptian civilization from prehistory to the Islamic period.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Hotel buffet breakfast
- Lunch Lunch with a pyramid view
- Dinner Not included
Accommodation
Local 5-Star Hotel in Cairo
Cairo – National Museum of Egyptian Civilization – City Stars | Decoding the Urban Fabric
Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, enjoy a city walk (Bab Zuweila, Gayer-Anderson Museum, Cave Church), and freely explore City Stars Mall.
National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
Visit the museum, especially the Royal Mummies Hall, to uncover the secrets of the Pharaonic era.
Bab Zuweila
Climb to the top for a panoramic view of Old Cairo's skyline.
Gayer-Anderson Museum
Visit the filming location of a James Bond movie.
Cave Church
Explore the mysterious cave church hidden within a slum, witnessing the resilient power of faith.
City Stars Mall
Enjoy free time to explore the vibrancy and shopping pleasures of the modern city.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Hotel buffet breakfast
- Lunch Local specialty lunch
- Dinner Not included
Accommodation
Local 5-Star Hotel in Cairo
Cairo ✈ Aswan | Serene Moments on the Nile
Fly to Aswan, embark on a Nile cruise, visit the Aswan High Dam, and sail by felucca to the Philae Temple.
Cairo Airport
Take a domestic flight to Aswan.
Aswan
Upon arrival, a private transfer will take you to the Nile to begin your 5-star cruise.
Aswan High Dam
Visit the dam and overlook the grandeur of this modern engineering marvel.
Nile Felucca
Sail on a traditional felucca towards the Philae Temple.
Philae Temple
Visit the temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, admiring its exquisite reliefs and architecture.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Breakfast (Hotel)
- Lunch Lunch (Cruise)
- Dinner Dinner (Cruise)
Accommodation
5-Star Nile Cruise (River View Cabin)
Aswan | Ancient Echoes & Nubian Culture
Visit the Abu Simbel Temples, with a possible excursion to a Nubian village.
Abu Simbel Temples
Journey into the desert to visit the grand mortuary temple built by Ramesses II.
Nubian Village
If time allows, take a boat and a camel ride to explore the colorful Nubian village and experience local culture.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Breakfast (Cruise)
- Lunch Lunch (Cruise)
- Dinner Dinner (Cruise)
Accommodation
5-Star Nile Cruise (River View Cabin)
Aswan – Kom Ombo – Luxor | Strolling by the Valley of the Kings
Cruise north, stopping at Kom Ombo to visit the double temple, then arrive in Luxor to visit Karnak Temple.
Kom Ombo
Disembark the cruise to visit the unique double temple dedicated to the goddess Hathor.
Luxor
Arrive in Luxor by cruise and disembark.
Karnak Temple
Explore the vast temple complex, admiring the towering obelisks and the magnificent Hypostyle Hall.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Breakfast (Cruise)
- Lunch Lunch (Cruise)
- Dinner Dinner (Hotel)
Accommodation
Local 5-Star Hotel in Luxor
Luxor | The Final Resting Place of Sleeping Pharaohs
Visit the Valley of the Kings (Tomb of Tutankhamun, Tomb of Ramesses VI), the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, and Luxor Temple.
Valley of the Kings
Explore the resting place of pharaohs, focusing on the tombs of Tutankhamun and Ramesses VI, and admire the murals from the Book of the Dead.
Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
Visit the magnificent temple built into the cliffs, showcasing the reign of the female pharaoh of the Middle Kingdom.
Luxor Temple
Stroll through the temple in the evening, admiring the ancient monument that blends Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architectural styles under the night sky.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Hotel buffet breakfast
- Lunch Local specialty lunch
- Dinner Not included
Accommodation
Local 5-Star Hotel in Luxor
Luxor ✈ Cairo | Farewell to the Nile, Departing with Memories
Fly from Luxor back to Cairo, then transfer to Cairo International Airport to conclude the journey.
Luxor Hotel
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast.
Luxor Airport
Private transfer to the airport for the flight back to Cairo.
Cairo International Airport
Upon arrival, private transfer to the airport for tax refund and check-in procedures, concluding the journey.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Breakfast (Hotel)
- Lunch Not included
- Dinner Not included
Accommodation
None
Transparent Pricing & Package Comparison
Your group only, never shared. Choose All-inclusive or Chauffeur only
All-inclusive
Car, driver-guide, hotels, the main tickets on the itinerary and daily breakfast in one quote, so there is nothing left to book once you arrive.
- Private car: Mercedes-Benz V-Class (7-8 seats) or 9-seat van, incl. fuel, tolls & city entry fees
- Driver-guide: A Chinese- and English-speaking driver who also guides, with you throughout; no mandatory tipping
- Hotels: 4-5 star hotels or country-house hotels near the sights or in town (glass igloos on Arctic trips), not far-out locations
- Tickets: The main tickets and activities on the itinerary (icebreaker cruise, king crab safari, Jungfrau railway, castle entries, etc.)
- Breakfast & guide costs: Hotel breakfast every day; the driver-guide's out-of-town room and meals are covered
Chauffeur only
For guests who would rather book their own hotels (for example with Marriott or Hilton points) and choose their own restaurants.
- Private car: Mercedes-Benz V-Class or 9-seat van, door to door along the itinerary, incl. fuel & insurance
- Driver-guide: Drives and explains along the way; the guide's out-of-town room and meals are covered
- Route check: Before you travel, go through each day's route and timings one-to-one with a consultant, at no extra cost
- Tickets and meals paid by you (the guide can help book them)
- Hotels booked by you (we send a list of hotels along the route)
Why Choose OuluTrip Private Tailored Travel? (Our Value Philosophy)
We book hotels near the sights or along the route rather than cheaper ones far out of town, so there is less doubling back and the first stop of the day is not far away.
Only your family or friends are in the car — a 7-8 seat Mercedes V-Class with room for luggage. Stop somewhere safe when you see a view you like, and set the start time and pace of each day yourselves, with no coach-tour roll calls.
Chauffeur only and All-inclusive are quoted separately, with what is and isn't included listed above. No shopping stops, no compulsory extras. The more of you travel together, the less the car costs each person.
📌 About Our Group Tier Scaling:
• European private charters are calculated per vehicle — private departures start from just 2 guests (never joined by strangers);
• As your party size grows (e.g. 4 or 6-7 family members), fixed vehicle and guide costs are shared, significantly reducing the per-person start price!
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