Experience the best of Egypt with our Cairo Luxor Aswan budget tour, a carefully designed journey that combines history, culture, and value. This exciting 6 day Cairo Luxor Aswan budget tour is perfect for travelers seeking an affordable way to explore Egypt’s most famous attractions.
Your adventure begins in Cairo, where you will stand before the magnificent Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Explore the remarkable treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum and discover the secrets of ancient Egypt. This unforgettable start makes this Cairo Luxor Aswan tour package one of the most rewarding Egypt experiences.
Board the sleeper train to Aswan and discover the beauty of southern Egypt. Visit the stunning Philae Temple and journey to the breathtaking Abu Simbel Temples, among Egypt’s most impressive monuments. This part of your affordable Cairo Luxor Aswan tour showcases the grandeur of the pharaohs.
Continue by seated train to Luxor, the world’s greatest open-air museum. Explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, the magnificent Karnak Temple, and the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut. Every stop enriches your Egypt pyramids Luxor Aswan tour with unforgettable memories.
After discovering Luxor’s treasures, board the sleeper train back to Cairo. This budget Egypt tour Cairo Luxor Aswan offers excellent value, comfortable transportation, and expert-guided sightseeing. It is the perfect choice if you want an enriching Egypt budget vacation package without overspending.
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will meet and assist by our representative of “Egypt Best Vacations” who will help you through the arrival and visa regulations. Transfer to your hotel for free time and the beginning of your Cairo Luxor Aswan budget tour.
Meals Plan: No Meals Included
Your actual 6 day Cairo Luxor Aswan budget tour begins when our tour guide picks you up from your hotel for the tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and the GEM Museum.
Today, you will visit the Giza Plateau. Today’s tour includes the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure with the great Sphinx. The only ancient wonder which still remains (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Are you ready to discover it from the inside? (Optional). Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were constructed, and why they were constructed.
Savor your lunch at a local restaurant, then proceed to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Explore the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian treasures in one stunning modern complex. You’ll stand face-to-face with the full Tutankhamun collection and enjoy immersive galleries that bring Egypt’s history to life. Then, transfer to Giza Railway to board your sleeper train to Aswan.
Meals Plan: Breakfast at the hotel, Lunch & Dinner on the train
Upon arrival in Aswan, meet your expert guide and begin exploring the incredible wonders of Aswan. Visit the High Dam, one of the great engineering feats of the 1960s. The dam was built to protect Egypt against floods and to generate hydropower.
Then proceed to the beautiful Temple of Isis at Philae Island. The temple was built during the Greco-Roman era and, was dedicated to Isis, goddess of Love and Magic in ancient Egypt. You will end your Aswan tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. Learn how the ancient Egyptians fashioned their obelisks and statues of gods and kings. Then, transfer to your hotel. Free evening in Aswan.
Optional tour: Tour to the Nubian Village in Aswan
Meals Plan: Breakfast on the train
Your Affordable Cairo Luxor Aswan tour leads you to the phenomenal Temples of Abu Simbel, (A breakfast box is required). The temples of Abu Simbel are considered among the most celebrated achievements of ancient Egypt. The two temples were cut in the cliffs about 310 Km south of Aswan. The Great Temple was built for Ramses II (1279-1213 BC), while the Small Temple was built for his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari.
Because of the rising water of Aswan High Dam, the temples had to be saved and rescued in a magnificent world rescue operation of temples in Lower Nubia. After your tour, return back to Aswan, then to Aswan train station, to board your seated train to Luxor. Transfer to your hotel in Luxor.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
Breakfast at the hotel, then begin your Luxor wonders tour. Visit the magnificent Valley of the Kings. The Valley of the Kings is one of the most important highlights not only in Luxor but throughout Egypt. The Valley of the Kings is the necropolis of the great Egyptian pharaohs of the 18th to the 20th Dynasty (1550-1080 BCE). Visiting the Valley of the Kings adds a great value to your Cairo Luxor Aswan tour package. Continue to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, who served for about 20 years as a sole pharaoh. Known for its grand terraces and elegant design set against the cliffs of Deir El-Bahari.
Take a photo of the Colossi of Memnon. They once guarded the entrance to his vast mortuary temple and remain one of the most famous landmarks in ancient Thebes. Savor your lunch at a local restaurant. Then, proceed to visit the Temple of Karnak. Karnak Temple is the largest temple complex in ancient Egypt. Its vast halls, towering columns, and sacred sanctuaries reveal the greatness of Thebes during the New Kingdom.
Conclude your Luxor day tour at the Temple of Luxor. Luxor Temple is one of the most beautiful ancient temples in Egypt. Built mainly by Amenhotep III and Ramses II. It was dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship and the glory of ancient Thebes. Then, head to Luxor Railway to board your sleeper train to Cairo.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on the train
From Giza Railway, your will proceed to the Saladin Citadel. A fort was built in 1172 to protect Cairo from the Crusaders. At the citadel, you can visit the White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha, which is one of its most prominent features. Continue to Coptic Cairo District to visit the Hanging Church. The Hanging Church is one of the oldest and most famous Christian churches in Egypt. It is admired for its beautiful wooden ceiling, historic icons, and deep connection to Egypt’s Coptic heritage.
Continue to Abu Serga Church. The Church of Abu Serga, also known as Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church. It is especially revered because tradition says the Holy Family stayed in a cave beneath the church during their journey in Egypt. End your Coptic Cairo tour at Ben Ezra Synagogue. The Ben Ezra Synagogue is one of the oldest and most famous Jewish landmarks in Old Cairo. It is known for its rich history and for the discovery of the Cairo Geniza, a remarkable collection of ancient Jewish manuscripts.
Culminate your day shopping at the Khan El-Khalili bazaar. Khan El-Khalili Bazaar is one of Cairo’s most famous historic markets. A vibrant place to experience the city’s traditional atmosphere. It is known for its narrow lanes, colorful shops, handmade souvenirs, spices, jewelry, and lively cafés. Then, wrap up your 6-day Cairo Luxor Aswan budget tour with a transfer to Cairo Airport for final departure. It is really sad to leave, but feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.
Meals Plan: Breakfast on the train
