7 Day Itinerary Egypt Tours – Cairo, Fayoum Oasis, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel Adventure

Witness the wonders of the Western Sahara on this tour of Ancient
Egyptian civilization's most renowned sites. Enjoy plenty of photo
opportunities with visits to the pyramids of Giza as well as the Sphinx
and necropolis. Observe the valley temple at Khafre before voyaging to
Menkaure. See the evolution of pyramid structure at Sakkara before
journeying to Memphis City, which dates back to 3100 BCE.

Stop At: Wadi El-Rayan, 65 km southwest of Faiyum city 80 km
west of the Nile River, Al Fayyum 2812001 Egypt
Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to enjoy El
Fayoum famous sites. From Cairo to Fayoum is about 95 km. Today
all visits are in Wadi El Ryan, designated as Protected Area in 1989.
(Valley of The quiet oasis of Fayoum, located a short distance from
Cairo, was once known as Crocodilopolis, since the city was
originally home to priests who worshiped these giant reptiles and
gilded them with gold and sweet honey cakes. Note : English tour
is free but for other Languages ( Spanish..Italian.. French..
German.. Russian.. Cinese .or other languages will be an Extra
charge.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Fayoum Oasis, Al Fayyum Egypt
First we will see the Lake of Birket Qarun (Arabic for Lake of
Qarun), is located in the Faiyum Oasis and has an abundant
population of fish, notably bulti, of which considerable quantities
are sent to Cairo. In ancient times this lake was much larger, and
the ancient Greeks and Romans called it Lake Moeris. Afterwards
will see Mudawara Mountain and the Magic Lake it's very nice .
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Western Desert, Cairo Egypt
Wadi El Rayan is a natural depression located in the western
desert, Wadi Rayan consists of two lakes connected by Egypt’s
only waterfalls, formed in 1970 by an overflow of drainage water
from the farmlands in Fayoum. Late Lunch will be served at a good
quality restaurant. After that transfer back to Cairo.

West Bank Hidden Treasures
Visit the Valley of the KingsTomb of Khaemwaset: Lesser-known but spectacular tomb of
Ramesses III's son
- Deir el-Bahari hidden tombs: Visit tombs not typically included in
standard tours
Two Colossi of MemnonAfternoon
Luxor Temple –
Evening
- Local Luxor market (Souk): Shop for authentic crafts away from
tourist areas
Day 4: Abydos and Dendera
Base: Qena/Luxor area
Morning
- Temple of Seti I at Abydos: One of Egypt's most beautifully
preserved temples with incredible hieroglyphs
- Osireion: The mysterious underground structure behind the main
temple
- Ancient cemetery of Abydos: Sacred burial ground of early
pharaohs
Afternoon
- Temple of Hathor at Dendera: Stunning Ptolemaic temple with
original colors still visible
- Dendera Zodiac: See the famous astronomical ceiling (replica,
original in Louvre)
- Underground crypts: Explore the temple's hidden chambers
Overnight in Luxor

Base: Qena/Luxor area
Morning
- Temple of Seti I at Abydos: One of Egypt's most beautifully preserved
temples with incredible hieroglyphs
- Osireion: The mysterious underground structure behind the main temple
- Ancient cemetery of Abydos: Sacred burial ground of early pharaohs
Afternoon
- Temple of Hathor at Dendera: Stunning Ptolemaic temple with original
colors still visible
- Dendera Zodiac: See the famous astronomical ceiling (replica, original in
Louvre)
- Underground crypts: Explore the temple's hidden chambers
Overnight in Luxor

Base: Luxor
Morning
- Tomb of Sennedjem (TT1): Perfectly preserved
tomb of a royal craftsman in Deir el-Medina
- Workers' Village (Deir el-Medina): Explore where
the tomb builders lived
- Medinet Habu: Ramesses III's mortuary temple,
less crowded than other sites
- Tombs of the Nobles: Rekhmire and Sennofer
tombs with incredible daily life scenes
Afternoon
Visit Karnak Temple and city tour

From Luxor to Aswan by bus . Morning
- Visit Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo
Afternoon
- - Elephantine Island: Archaeological site and Nubian Museum
Unfinished Obelisk: See how ancient Egyptians carved these
massive monuments
- Fatimid Cemetery: Beautiful Islamic tombstones on a hill
overlooking the Nile
- Souk el-Arab:** Traditional spice and craft market
Evening
- Felucca to Lord Kitchener Island: Sunset sailing among the granite
islands
- - Nubian villages: Nubian cultural evening: Traditional music,
dance, and henna painting
- Stay in traditional Nubian guesthouse

Base: Aswan to Abu Simbel
Early Morning
- Abu Simbel temples: Arrive early to avoid crowds at Ramesses II's
masterpiece
- Sound and Light Show preparation area: Explore the area behind the
temples
Afternoon
- New Kalabsha: Often-overlooked temple relocated due to the High Dam
- Beit el-Wali: Small but exquisite temple with vivid reliefs
- High Dam and Lake Nasser views: Understand the modern engineering
marvel
Evening
- Return to Aswan: Flight back to Cairo
- Traditional farewell dinner: At historic Sofra Restaurant in Aswan before
departure