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Discover the Wonders of Egypt: A 5-Day Trip to Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, and Kom Ombo

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day adventure through Egypt, exploring some of the most iconic historical sites in Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, and Kom Ombo. This carefully curated itinerary offers a perfect blend of ancient history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes, making it an ideal trip for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking a unique cultural experience.

Day 1: Exploring Cairo – The Heart of Ancient Egypt

Begin your journey in Cairo, Egypt’s bustling capital city. Upon arrival, visit the world-famous Pyramids of Giza and the mysterious Great Sphinx, marvels that have stood for over 4,500 years. The Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure are testament to Egypt’s grandeur and engineering prowess.

Next, explore the Egyptian Museum, home to an extensive collection of ancient artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. Stroll through the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can buy traditional crafts, spices, and souvenirs.

End your day with a Nile dinner cruise, enjoying traditional Egyptian cuisine while watching the city’s illuminated skyline. This first day immerses you in Egypt’s ancient history and vibrant modern culture.

Day 2: Luxor – The World’s Greatest Open-Air Museum

Travel from Cairo to Luxor either by a short flight or a luxurious overnight train journey. Once in Luxor, spend your day exploring the West Bank, home to the Valley of the Kings and the Colossi of Memnon. The Valley of the Kings is where pharaohs like Tutankhamun and Ramses the Great were buried, and the tombs are adorned with elaborate hieroglyphs and artwork.

In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, dedicated to Egypt’s only female pharaoh, and the Medinet Habu, a well-preserved mortuary temple.

In the evening, take a leisurely walk along the Nile Corniche, soaking in the serene views of the river and the ancient monuments.

Day 3: Edfu – The Temple of Horus

Journey from Luxor to Edfu, a city famed for its remarkably preserved Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. The temple dates back to the Ptolemaic period (3rd century BC) and is dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.

Take a traditional horse-drawn carriage or a luxury Nile cruise to reach Edfu, enjoying scenic views along the Nile River. Explore the temple’s impressive hieroglyphics, massive pylons, and sanctuaries, which offer insights into ancient Egyptian religious practices.

Edfu’s temple is a highlight of any Nile cruise and provides a glimpse into the spiritual life of ancient Egypt.

Day 4: Kom Ombo and Aswan – Dual Temples and River Views

Continue your cruise or journey to Kom Ombo, home to the unique Temple of Sobek and Horus. The dual temple’s symmetrical design reflects its dedication to two gods, Sobek (crocodile god) and Horus (falcon-headed god). Walk through the temple’s well-preserved chambers and marvel at the detailed carvings depicting ancient rituals.

Next, head towards Aswan, a city famed for its beautiful Nile scenery and historical sites. Visit the Aswan High Dam, a marvel of modern engineering that transformed Egypt’s agriculture and economy. Take a relaxing felucca boat ride around Elephantine Island and explore the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis.

End your day exploring the bustling Aswan Bazaar, where you can buy spices, jewelry, and traditional textiles.

Day 5: Luxor Return & Departure

On your final day, either return to Luxor or Cairo depending on your flight arrangement. If time permits, visit the Karnak Temple complex in Luxor, an awe-inspiring site featuring massive pylons, obelisks, and a sacred lake. It reflects the grandeur of Thebes during Egypt’s New Kingdom period.

Why Choose This 5-Day Egypt Trip?

This itinerary offers a comprehensive exploration of Egypt’s most iconic sites, combining ancient monuments with modern cultural experiences. It’s perfect for travelers who want to maximize their time and see a diverse range of historical treasures, from the grandeur of Cairo’s pyramids to the serenity of Nile-side temples.

Conclusion

A 5-day trip to Egypt covering Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, and Kom Ombo offers an extraordinary journey into one of the world’s most fascinating civilizations. From the awe-inspiring pyramids to the ancient temples along the Nile, this adventure promises unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation of Egypt’s rich cultural heritage. Start planning your Egyptian adventure today and immerse yourself in the timeless wonders of the Pharaohs!

Overview

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the wonders of ancient Egypt with our exclusive tour package that will take you to the heart of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks: the Giza Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and Luxor.

Giza Pyramids: Your adventure begins with a visit to the legendary Giza Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Marvel at the awe-inspiring architecture of the Great Pyramid of Giza, feel the mystique of the Sphinx, and explore the fascinating history of these monumental structures that have stood the test of time for over 4,500 years.

Egyptian Museum: Next, delve into the treasures of ancient Egypt at the renowned Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Egyptian civilization as you wander through halls adorned with artifacts, mummies, and relics dating back thousands of years. Witness the splendor of Tutankhamun’s golden mask and countless other priceless antiquities that offer a glimpse into the past glory of this extraordinary civilization.

Luxor: In Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes, you’ll uncover even more wonders of Egypt’s past. Explore the sprawling Karnak Temple complex, an architectural marvel dedicated to the gods, and wander through the grandeur of the Luxor Temple, illuminated by the golden hues of the setting sun. Sail along the timeless Nile River aboard a traditional felucca and witness the breathtaking beauty of Luxor’s West Bank, home to the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut.

the temples of Edfu & Kom Ombo on our Egypt tour. Uncover the mysteries of Edfu’s well-preserved Temple of Horus and marvel at the unique double dedication of Kom Ombo’s temple to Sobek and Haroeris. Book now for an enriching experience!

Highlights

Includes

Excludes

Giza Plateau
9 Pyramids
Sphinx & Valley temple
Egyptian Museum
Karnak & Luxor Temples
Valley of the kings
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossi of Memnon
Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports
Assistance of our guest relations during your stay
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Domestic flights Cairo – Luxor – Cairo.
Train seat between Luxor and Aswan
Accommodation in Cairo for 3 nights including bed and breakfast
Accommodation in Luxor for 1 night including bed and breakfast
All sightseeing tours are strictly private tours
Private speaking guide
Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary
Meals as indicated in the above itinerary
Bottled water during the trips
Portage when needed
All service charges and taxes

International Airfare & visa
Any optional tours
Personal expenses and beverages
Tipping

Itinerary

Day 1:Welcome to Egypt

Welcome to Egypt. Our airport transfer team is available 24/7. As soon as you get out of the exit gate of the Terminal, you will find Ancient Egypt Tours representative, holding a sign, waiting to meet and greet you. He will escort you to your private A/C vehicle. You will be transferred to the hotel and the reception manager will assist you in check-in procedures as smooth as possible. Ancient Egypt Tours agent will contact you to agree on a meeting time with you

Transfer from/to the airport is included in your tour package
Check-in in all hotels is at 14:00
Check-out is at 12:00

In case you arrive early then check-in limit you can enjoy waiting in the hotel until check-in time or you can ask your operator to book you a pre-tour extra night and get checked in immediately

Optional Tour:

2-hour open buffet dinner Nile cruise including a belly dancer, local band and skirt rotation performer if your tour starts in Cairo

Sound and Light show if available

Overnight in Cairo

Day 2: Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum

Enjoy your Cairo Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city Cairo and Giza. Start your tour by a visit to The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple.

Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant in Cairo.

Then we will move on to relish a trip to the Egyptian Museum which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, gold, and jewelry which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in 1920 when his tomb was excavated. In the evening you will be driven to Back to hotel

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3:Luxor Sightseeing

Discover the greatness of the ancient Pharaohs by visiting their legendary temples in Luxor. Start your tour by taking a domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival at Luxor, you will be met by our representative, then have a blissful day tour. starting with a visit to the famous Karnak Temple the largest place of worship that was ever built. Its ancient name Ipet-isut means “the most sacred of places.” The temple, or, more correctly, the complex of temples, was built more than two thousand years ago by generation after generation of pharaohs. Within the complex, the great “Hypostyle Hall” is an incredible forest of giant pillars.

Then move to Luxor Temple. It was built by Amenhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. King Ramses II was the most famous king in the 19th Dynasty. He ruled Egypt for about 67 years. It was dedicated to the great god Amun-Ra, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu together representing the Theban triad. Enjoy visiting the Obelisk of Ramses II in front of the 1st Pylon.

Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor.

then you will be visiting the West Bank of the river Nile to visit the two colossal statues of Amenhotep III (Colossi of Memnon), and then you will visit the Valley of the Kings, where lies the most magnificent tombs. Those tombs were carved deep into the desert rock, richly decorated and filled with treasures for the afterlife of the pharaohs, you will visit 3 tombs.

Later on, you will visit Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple at Deir El Bahary, this impressive temple dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut the only female pharaoh rises out of the desert plain in a series of elevated terraces. Then you will have the chance to enjoy some Free time at leisure in Luxor for shopping in the evening, you. you will be driven to Back to Luxor hotel.

Overnight in Luxor

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4:Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

Enjoy your Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city. Start your tour by a visit to the visit the temple of Kom Ombo; Standing on a promontory at a bend in the Nile, where in ancient times sacred crocodiles basked in the sun on the riverbank, is the Temple of Kom Ombo, one of the Nile Valley’s most beautifully sited temples. Unique in Egypt, it is dedicated to two gods; the local crocodile god Sobek, and Haroeris (from har-wer), meaning Horus the Elder.

you will be served with a warm delightful lunch meal at a high-quality restaurant.

Then proceed to visit Edfu Temple; This Ptolemaic temple, built between 237 and 57 BC, is one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in Egypt. Preserved by desert sand, which filled the place after the pagan cult was banned, the temple is dedicated to Horus, the avenging son of Isis and Osiris. With its roof intact, it is also one of the most atmospheric of ancient buildings. Later you will be transferred back to the Luxor airport, you will be driven to Back to Cairo hotel.

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5: We Hope to see you again soon

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you leave to the airport for your flight back home. Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up and transfer you to the airport.

Pick-up for international flights is 4 hours before departure time of your flight
For domestic flights, 3 hours before departure time is enough

If your flight is early before breakfast time you can make arrangements with the hotel to prepare a breakfast box for you to take it on your way to the airport

Ancient Egypt Tours had a great time with you and hope you have enjoyed your time and was satisfied with the services you were offered

Meal: Breakfast

Optional

Dinner Nile cruise
Sound & Light Show
Saqqara & Memphis & Dahshour
Citadel & Old Cairo
Museum of Civilization and Mummies
Luxor City tour by Horse Carriage
Tour to Luxor Museum and Mummification Museum
Felucca Ride on the Nile
Hot Air Balloon Ride

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Prices

Luxury 5-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	1620 $
Twin Room	1300 $
Triple Room	1200 $

4-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	1000 $
Twin Room	800 $
Triple Room	750

5-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	1370 $
Twin Room	1100 $
Triple Room	1025 $

3-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	870 $
Twin Room	650 $
Triple Room	600 $

Our Policies

Prices / Tipping

Room Type & Capacity

Children Policy

Booking Policy

Cancellations & Refunds

Force Measures

Tour Voucher

Price quotes are in USD per person per tour except for celebration. Please inquire for the prices of New Year, Christmas and Easter.

Tipping for a job well done is customary and highly expected in Egypt though it is not obligatory. Please feel welcomed but not obliged to offer a tip to your service provider

Single room can accommodate only one adult.
Double room accommodates two adults in either a double bed or double bed and can accommodate a child sharing his parents’ room.
Triple room sleeps 3 adults and can accommodate a child sharing the room.

0 – 5.99 Free of Charge
5.99 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person

Notes:

Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 OR 2 Child under 5 years old sharing parent’s room)

Children policy is not applied on all kinds of transportation (Flight, train or bus) full ticket payment is required

We are offering a considerable down payment of just 20% to secure your space on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services and 30% during Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination. Therefore, your booking will be a risk-free investment.

In case you cancel your trip, the following charges will be applied:

At any time after your booking is confirmed, Ancient Egypt Tours holds a 20% non-refundable deposit

7 days or less before departure, we will retain the 50% payment you have paid in relation to your booking.

We advise all clients to purchase travel insurance in the event that travel is unexpectedly interrupted due to illness. To confirm the booking, the client must pay a deposit of 20% of the total tour price.

Should the reservation be canceled, customers will be charged a fee depending on how far beyond the departure date the cancellation is made. To cancel, the Customer must notify the Tour Organizer in writing.

Full payment forfeiture in case of no show

Cancellation more than 30 days before arrival: 20% of the total tour price (deposit).
Cancellation made between 08 and 30 days before arrival: 50% of the total tour price.
Cancellation made between 04 and 07 days before arrival: 75% of the total tour price.
Cancellation made between 0 and 3 days before arrival: 100% of the total tour price

All Transportation tickets are nonrefundable and there’s also a 5% transaction fee on refunds.

Here, at Ancient Egypt Tours, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values. We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination. In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid according to cancellation policy, unless you prefer to keep your payment available for future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations, we operate tours in. You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked. Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically.

After your tour is confirmed, we will email final confirmation and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will include contact numbers of your tour operator and customer care and additional information for your convenience.

FAQ

1. How to issue your visa?

If you are planning to visit Egypt, there are three types of visas that you can apply for: Visa on Arrival, E-Visa, and Free Visa. To obtain a Visa on Arrival that lasts for 30 days, you must be a citizen of one of the eligible countries, have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining, and pay $25 USD in cash at the airport border guard.

To apply for an E-Visa that also lasts for 30 days, you must have a valid passport with at least 8 months remaining, complete the online application, pay the e-visa fee, and print the e-visa to present it to the airport border guard.

If you are one of the lucky ones, you can obtain a free visa that lasts for 90 days.

Please note that the information provided here is current as of the time of writing and may be subject to change. It is always a good idea to check the latest travel advisories and visa requirements before planning your trip to Egypt. Read more about Egypt travel visa.

2. What to pack with you?

A hat to protect your head and face from the sun’s rays.

A camera to capture the beautiful sights and memories of your trip.

An umbrella to shield you from unexpected rain showers.

Comfortable shoes to keep your feet happy while exploring.

Sunblock and sunglasses to protect your skin and eyes from the sun.

Warm clothes if you’re traveling in winter, especially if you plan to visit the desert at night.

Cotton clothes if you’re traveling in summer, as they are breathable and lightweight.

Always wear comfortable shoes.

Medication for any pre-existing medical conditions or emergencies.

A valid passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of your arrival.

Buy a local SIM card.

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3. What is the weather during the tour?

The temperature in Egypt varies from 14°C to 37°C. During summer, the temperature is hot but sometimes it becomes cold at night. In winter, the temperature is cool and mild. The average of low temperatures vary from 9.5°C in the wintertime to 23°C in the summertime and the average high temperatures vary from 17°C in the wintertime to 32°C in the summertime. The temperature is moderate all along the coasts.

The temperature details of Egypt. According to Climates to Travel, Egypt’s climate is characterized by the scarcity of rainfall and the abundance of sunshine. In fact, in much of the country, occupied by the eastern part of the Sahara, the climate is desert. Only on the northern coast, overlooking the Mediterranean, there is a certain amount of rain in winter. As for the temperatures, they are milder on the north coast, while they gradually get warmer as you go south. Along the Red Sea coast, temperatures are higher than on the Mediterranean coast but lower than in inland areas. However, summer is very hot. The only mountainous areas, where it can get cold in winter, are located in the east, on the Sinai Peninsula.

4. Is It Safe to Travel To Egypt

You will feel safe in Egypt as the current atmosphere of the country is quite peaceful after the government took powerful measures like restructuring the entire tourist police to include all the important and tourist attractions in Egypt. Read more about is it safe to travel to Egypt.

5. What Are The Official Languages Of Egypt

Arabic is the official language and Most Egyptians, who live in the cities, speak or understand English or at least some English words or phrases. Fewer Egyptians can speak French, Italian, Spanish, and German. Professional tour guides, who work in the tourism sector, are equipped to handle visitors who cannot speak Arabic and they will speak enough English and other languages to fulfill the needs of all our clients.

5 Days Trip to Egypt: Cairo & Luxor Edfu and Kom Ombo

Day 1: Exploring Cairo – The Heart of Ancient Egypt