6 Day Cairo, Luxor & Aswan Spiritual Journey

Welcome to Egypt, land of pharaohs, pyramids, and breathtaking deserts! Upon landing at Cairo International Airport, a friendly representative from “Egypt Best Vacations” will greet you like royalty. Let them take care of arrival formalities and visa regulations, while you simply relax and soak in the excitement of your upcoming 6-day Cairo, Luxor and Aswan spiritual journey.

Your actual Cairo, Luxor and Aswan spiritual journey begins our tour guide collecting you from your hotel. The adventure unfolds as you explore the renowned Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum, initiating an unforgettable journey of discovery.

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.

Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then proceed to the Egyptian Museum. Explore the fantastic contents of the historical Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square in Cairo. Hundreds of objects from all periods of the Egyptian past are displayed on the two floors of the museum. Then return back to your hotel.

Your 6-day Cairo, Luxor and Aswan spiritual journey will lead your to Aswan for two days. So, we will transfer you to Cairo Airport to fly to Aswan. Meet your guide just outside the arrival terminal to commence your Aswan tour. Visit the High Dam, one of the great engineering feats of the 1960s. 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 tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk to learn how the ancient Egyptians fashioned their obelisks and statues of gods and kings. 

Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then transfer to your hotel. Free evening in Aswan. 

Optional tour: Tour to the Nubian Village in Aswan

A great highlight of this 6-day Egypt spiritual tour package is Abu Simbel temples. Rise early to embark on a scenic desert transfer to the phenomenal temples of Abu Simbel, (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 exploring the temples of Abu Simbel, you will return back to Aswan to enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant. Then to Aswan train station, to board your seated train to Luxor. Transfer to your hotel in Luxor.

Breakfast at the hotel, then commence your tour to Luxor wonders of the west and east banks. 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). Continue to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, who served for about 20 years as a sole pharaoh. 

Take a photo of the Colossi of Memnon before having your lunch at a local restaurant. Then, proceed to visit the Temple of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor. Both temples were dedicated to the Theban Triad; Amun, Mut and Khonsu. 
Transfer to Luxor Airport to fly back to Cairo. Transfer to your hotel in Cairo for the final night of your 6-day Cairo, Luxor and Aswan spiritual journey.

What an end of your spiritual journey to Egypt, a very spiritual Cairo tour awaits! Savor a nourishing breakfast at your hotel to fuel your exploration of Cairo’s spiritual core. Today, you delve into the Coptic district, a historic haven for Christianity since its early days. Your first stop is the iconic Hanging Church, a marvel of Coptic architecture. Built partially above a Roman fortress gate, it offers a unique perspective and a serene atmosphere.

Next, you will visit the Church of Abu Serga, believed to be a resting place for the Holy Family during their flight to Egypt. Admire its intricate carvings and historical significance. Continue your spiritual exploration to the Synagogue of Ben Ezra, a testament to Cairo’s rich tapestry of religions. This beautifully preserved synagogue offers a glimpse into Jewish history in Egypt.

After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, head to the largest bazaar in the middle east of Khan El-Khalili. Wrap up your 6-day Cairo, Luxor and Aswan spiritual journey with a transfer to Cairo Airport for final departure. It is sad to see you leaving, but you can ask your guide about your next adventure in Egypt.