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07 Nights / 08 Days
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🏺 8-Day Egypt Budget Tour: Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel & Luxor
8-Day Egypt Budget Tour. Experience the timeless magic of ancient civilization with this 8-day Egypt budget tour, carefully designed to showcase the country’s most iconic historical treasures while remaining affordable and comfortable. This unforgettable journey takes you through Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, and Luxor, offering a perfect balance of culture, history, and authentic local experiences.
Start in Busy Cairo
First, arrive in Cairo. Next, meet your guide. Soon, visit the Great Pyramids. Walk near the Sphinx. After that, see the museum. View the gold masks. Then, eat local food. Thus, Cairo is very grand. It is a great start.
8-Day Egypt Budget Tour Ancient Aswan
Second, fly to the south. You will reach Aswan. Specifically, see the high dam. Visit the stone temple. Also, take a small boat. The Nile is very blue. Because of this, you relax. It is a peaceful city.
8-Day Egypt Budget Tour Great Abu Simbel
Later, go to Abu Simbel. These temples are huge. See the four kings. They sit on high chairs. Soon, walk deep inside. Look at the wall art. These scenes show battles. Therefore, you learn history. It is a grand site.
Travel to Old Luxor
Next, drive to Luxor. This city is famous. First, see the Karnak Temple. It has giant pillars. Walk through the stone halls. Also, look at the lake. Then, visit Luxor Temple. Specifically, see it at night. The lights are very bright.
Explore the Royal Tombs
Now, cross the Nile River. Visit the West Bank. Soon, enter the royal tombs. This is the King’s Valley. Look at the bright colors. They are still fresh. After that, see the queen. Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut. It looks very strong.
Sail on the Nile
Afterwards, take a boat trip. It is a local boat. Sail on the calm water. Meanwhile, watch the green trees. Feel the cool wind. Plus, see the sun set. This time is very quiet. As a result, you feel happy.
End Your Best 8-Day Egypt Budget Tour
Finally, go back to Cairo. Buy some small gifts. Specifically, look for sweet spices. Then, say goodbye to Egypt. You saw the pyramids. You saw the great Nile. Plus, you stayed on budget. Consequently, book your tour now!
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Itinerary
Welcome to Cairo. Your tour begins when you are greeted by our representative who will assist you through immigration and customs formalities. After you have collected your luggage, he will then take you, in our deluxe vehicle, to your Cairo hotel where you will meet your guide who will revise the tour plan with you.
Start your day tour to Giza Necropolis where we will pick up you from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and join our professional tour guide to witness the real magnificence ancient Egyptian attractions through visiting:
Memphis Open Air Museum
Memphis was the oldest capital of ancient Egypt, the first one that was founded after the unification of upper and Lower Egypt. The city was founded in the first dynasty (3100 BC).
The Step Pyramid of Saqqara
It’s called also step Pyramid of Zoser or Josser, due to the King Zoser who ordered his minister Imhotep to build it, this pyramid consists of six-layers, It’s height was about 197foot (60 meters). It is the first Pyramid ever built and it is the first largest scale stone building in the world.
Pyramid of Unas
The Pyramid of Unas is a smooth-sided pyramid built in the 24th century BC for the Egyptian pharaoh Unas, the ninth and final king of the Fifth Dynasty.
Pyramid Complex of Teti
Teti (c.2345–2323 BC), the first ruler of the Sixth Dynasty, built his pyramidal complex not far from the Step Pyramid of (c.2667–2648 BC), in Saqqara. Upon completion, it stood 52.5 m tall.
The mastaba tomb of Kagemni also known as Memi
The mastaba was discovered in 1843 by Richard Lepsius. It had to wait until 1905 before von Bissing would begin his publication of rooms IV to VIII, which wasn't completed until 1911.
The mastaba of Nikauisesi
The mastaba of Nikauisesi is situated in the north-east sector of the necropolis of Saqqara. The tomb was discovered in 1979-80 by the Supreme Council of Antiquities
The mastaba of Ankhmahor
The mastaba of Ankhmahor is situated on the northern side of Teti’s pyramid at Saqqara in the block of tombs belonging to the officials of the king’s Dynasty VI reign.
At the end of this exciting day, you will be driven back to your hotel after you will enjoy your lunch in one of the best local restaurants.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
At 09 am you will meet your tour Guide and start your day to the great Pyramids area which includes:
Giza Pyramids Complex
The three main pyramids of Giza (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure) are sufficient enough to build a 2-meter-long wall and span 100,000 square kilometers around the globe along with the equator.
The Great Pyramid
The Great Pyramid of King Khufu is considered largely represents the spirit of ancient Egypt, King Khufu who built this Pyramid as a cemetery has left little information about his reign. Khufu ruled for about twenty-four years. Ironically, despite the enormity of his pyramid, the only statue of King Khufu himself is really small statue carved from ivory
The Magical Sphinx
Who among us when mentioning the name of the Sphinx does not think about this stone sculpture that carved in the form of the human head and lion body, which is located in the Giza plateau in Egypt the Sphinx is one of the oldest and the largest sculptures in the world, it’s about 73.5 meters long and 6 meters wide.
There have been many and different opinions about the symbol represented by the Sphinx, Old views said that it represents the wisdom of man and the strength of the lion together and these qualities were applicable to “King Khafre“.
The Valley Temple
It was used as a place for the embalming process. This temple constructed definitely for two functions: First, it was used for the purification of the mummy before its burial. Second, it was used for making the Mummification process of the king.
The Grand Egyptian Museum
The museum houses a collection of the most valuable Egyptian artifacts ever from various periods of the Egyptian civilization, from the Predynastic Period to Coptic Egypt, with an estimated total of over 100,000 artifacts, including at least 20,000 that will be displayed for the first time ever, including the complete King Tutankhamun collection comprising 5,398 pieces. The Tut collection is on display in a 7,500 m2 section of the museum. Rare pieces that have been restored will be displayed for the first time, such as the second solar ship of Khufu, the restoration of which cost $5 million, the collection of Queen Hetepheres (mother of King Khufu), and the collection of Yuya and Thuyu (parents of Queen Tiye).
After your day finished you will be driven to Cairo airport to catch your flight to Aswan and then check in your hotel.
Overnight in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
In early morning, you will get your breakfast box from your hotel in Aswan, then continue 8 days Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel vacation by heading to:
Abu Simbel Temples
Abu Simbel temple complex includes 2 individual temples that were built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramsis II. The great temple was built for the king himself to commemorate his coronation and his birthday and it has been built in a very impressive accurate way which makes the whole world await the Sun Festival that occurs only twice a year in the great temple of the Pharaoh to witness the miracle that occurs there. The smaller temple was built as a sign of love & appreciation from the king to his beloved queen Nefertari and she was the only wife of the king for whom he has built a temple.
You will enjoy your delicious lunch at a restaurant located in Aswan then back to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax or choose one of the optional activities in Aswan.
Overnight in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
A new day starts with breakfast, and then you will visit the
Aswan High Dam
At Aswan High Dam, you’ll hear from your tour guide the whole story of its construction and how it helped the Egyptians a lot to improve their economic and social state. Then, you’ll move to witness the miraculous:
Philae Temples
Philae Temple was constructed in 690 B.C and it had been relocated with the help of the UNESCO because it was in great danger from the High & Low Dams of Aswan. It was dedicated to goddess Isis.
After having Lunch drive towards Luxor. Upon arrival I will then take you, in our deluxe vehicle, to your Luxor hotel to check in and over night.
Overnight in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
In the beautiful morning, our tour guide will meet you to take you to enjoy a journey in the west bank of Luxor where you will visit:
The Valley of the Kings
The rulers of the Eighteenth, Nineteenth, and Twentieth Dynasties of Egypt’s prosperous New Kingdom (c.1550–1069 BC) were buried in a desolate dry river valley across the river from the ancient city of Thebes (modern Luxor), hence its modern name of the Valley of the Kings. This moniker is not entirely accurate, however, since some members of the royal family aside from the king were buried here as well, as were a few non-royal, albeit very high-ranking, individuals.
The Tomb of King Merenptah
The second-largest tomb in the valley, Merenptah’s tomb has been open since antiquity and has its share of Greek and Coptic graffiti. Floods have damaged the lower part of the walls of the long tunnel-like tomb, but the upper parts have well-preserved reliefs. The corridors are decorated with the Book of the Dead, the Book of Gates and the Book of Amduat. Beyond a shaft is a false burial chamber with two pillars decorated with the Book of Gates.
The Tomb of King Ramses III
One of the most popular tombs in the valley, KV 11 is also one of the most interesting and best preserved. Originally started by Sethnakht (1186–1184 BC), the project was abandoned when workers hit the shaft of another tomb (KV10). Work resumed under Ramses III (1184–1153 BC), the last of Egypt’s warrior pharaohs, with the corridor turning to the right, then left. It continues deep (125m overall) into the mountain and opens into a magnificent eight-pillared burial chamber.
The Tomb of King Ramses IV
Originally intended to be much larger, KV 2 was cut short at 89m on the early death of the pharaoh (1147 BC) and a pillared hall was converted to be the burial chamber. The sarcophagus is in place with a magnificent goddess Nut filling the ceiling above it. Close to the entrance of the valley, this tomb was opened in antiquity and inhabited (there is Greek, Roman and Coptic graffiti), and used as a hotel by many 18th- and 19th-century visitors.
The Temple of Hatshepsut
Hatshepsut (c.1473–1458 BC), the queen who became Pharaoh, built a magnificent temple at Deir al-Bahari, on the west back of Luxor. It lies directly across the Nile from Karnak Temple, the main sanctuary of the god Amun. Hatshepsut’s temple, Djeser-djeseru “the Holy of Holies” was designed by the chief steward of Amun, Senenmut.
The Colossi of Memnon
These two faceless colossi (the plural of colossus, which just means larger-than-life statue) are the first thing visitors see when they reach the west bank of the Nile opposite Luxor. This isn't surprising when you hear their dimensions: they tower 60 feet (18 m) above the plains and are estimated to weigh an enormous 720 tons each.
Overnight in Luxor Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Start your day tour to Luxor Temples where our driver will pick up you from your hotel in Luxor and join our professional tour guide to witness the real magnificence ancient Egyptian attractions through visiting:
The Complex of Karnak Temples
Built over two millennia between the years of around 2200 and 360 BCE, Karnak is a massive Ancient Egyptian temple complex that was one of the country's most important places of worship under the rules of Hatshepsut, Seti I, Ramesses II and Ramesses III.
The temple of Luxor
The Temple of Luxor was the center of the most important festivals and one of the best temples which you will visit. It’s one of the most important and famous ancient Egyptian temples, located in the city of Luxor, which is about 700 km from Cairo, it’s an important tourist destination for its monuments and its distinctive weather, which makes it a wonderful destination for tourists from all over the world.
After finishing your amazing day tour in Luxor you will enjoy lunch and then will be driven to Luxor airport to catch your flight back to Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast at hotel. Check out and transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure.
Meals: Breakfast
Experience
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Highlights
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✨ Experience Highlights🏺 Discover Egypt’s ancient wonders on an 8-day budget tour covering Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, and Luxor🐫 Explore the legendary Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and the cutting-edge Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)🏛️ Visit Memphis, Egypt’s first capital, and the Saqqara Necropolis, home to the world’s oldest pyramid✈️ Enjoy convenient domestic flights between Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor to maximize sightseeing time🌅 Marvel at the monumental Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites🚢 Experience the beauty of southern Egypt in Aswan, including the Philae Temple and the High Dam🏺 Travel to Luxor, the world’s largest open-air museum, filled with ancient temples and royal tombs👑 Explore the Valley of the Kings, burial site of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs🏛️ Admire the majestic Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the towering Colossi of Memnon🌙 Visit the impressive Karnak Temple Complex and the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple🛍️ Enjoy free time in Cairo’s historic heart at Khan El Khalili Bazaar and El Muizz Street🧭 Travel with professional Egyptologist guides offering rich historical insight💰 Perfect balance of affordability, comfort, and cultural immersion📸 Ideal tour for first-time visitors, history lovers, and budget travelers
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Includes
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Meet & assist service at Cairo International Airport upon arrival and departureAll airport transfers by modern, air-conditioned private vehicleDomestic flights: Cairo ✈ Aswan ✈ Luxor ✈ CairoAccommodation in well-located budget hotels (based on double / twin sharing)Daily breakfast at the hotelPrivate sightseeing tours in Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, and LuxorProfessional licensed Egyptologist tour guide throughout the tripEntrance fees to all mentioned sites:All ground transportation between cities as per itineraryAll taxes and service charges
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International airfare to and from EgyptEgypt entry visa (can be arranged upon arrival if eligible)Travel insuranceMeals not mentioned in the itinerary ( dinners)Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, drinks, etc.)Optional tours or activities not listed in the itineraryGratuities / tipping for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
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