Embark on a mesmerizing 7-day Egypt itinerary, specially designed for travelers from the USA. Explore the iconic cities of Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan as you immerse yourself in the rich history, captivating ancient sites, and breathtaking landscapes of this extraordinary land.
Experience the timeless wonders of Egypt with our expertly curated Egypt tours from USA. Begin your 7-day Egypt itinerary from the USA in Cairo. Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza, and the impressive Grand Egyptian Museum. Fly from Cairo to Aswan to visit the beautiful Temple of Philae. Travel from Aswan to Luxor visiting Kom Ombo Temple and Edfu Temple on your way. Discover Luxor’s great highlights on the west and the east banks. Explore the largest temple in the world, Karnak Temple, and the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings. Fly from Luxor back to Cairo for the rest of your one-week Egypt itinerary from the USA.
As your 7-day Egypt journey comes to an end, you’ll leave with memories of awe-inspiring monuments, timeless history, and vibrant culture. From the majestic Pyramids of Giza to the sacred temples of Luxor and Aswan, this Egypt itinerary from the USA offers a perfect blend of adventure and discovery. Let the spirit of ancient Egypt stay with you long after your return home.
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 7-day Egypt itinerary from USA.
Meals Plan: No Meals Included
Your actual 7-day Egypt itinerary from the USA begins when our professional tour guide picks you up from your hotel to commence your tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and Saqqara.
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)
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 back to your hotel.
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Today, your 7-day Egypt itinerary from USA takes you to the beautiful Aswan. Transfer to Cairo Airport to fly to Aswan. Meet your guide just outside the arrival terminal at Aswan Airport to commence your Aswan tour. Visit the High Dam, which is regarded as one of the most significant engineering feats of the twentieth century. Aswan High Dam was built to save water and protect Egypt from the Nile’s high and low floods.
Then proceed to the lovely Temple of Philae. This temple is known as the “Pearl of Egypt”. The temple is located on an island, so it requires a short boat ride. The temple is dedicated to Isis, goddess of Love and Magic in ancient Egypt. End your trip at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. Here, you will learn how the ancient Egyptians fashioned their monolithic obelisks and statues for gods and kings. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then transfer to your hotel for a free evening in Aswan.
Optional tour: Nubian Village Tour
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Travel from Aswan to Luxor. On your way, you will visit the twin Temple of Kom Ombo. This temple was built during the Greco-Roman period. It was built over the ruined temple of the New Kingdom. The temple began during the time of Ptolemy V and was completed by the time of Emperor Tiberius. The emperors Domitian, Caracalla, and others added to the temple. So it took about 400 years to finish.
Transfer from Kom Ombo to Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu. The Temple of Horus in Edfu is the most intact temple in Egypt and one of the most beautiful temples built during the Greco-Roman period. The Temple of Edfu is fully inscribed with reliefs and hieroglyphs on its exterior and interior walls. Then, head to Luxor to enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant. Transfer to your hotel in Luxor for two days of your 7-day Egypt itinerary from USA.
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Visit the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings. The pharaohs during the New Kingdom ceased building pyramids and cut their tombs deep into the mountain trying to hide them from grave robbers. There are 65 tombs in the Valley of the Kings, your guide will recommend the best three tombs of the ones open to visit. From the glorious Valley of the Kings to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut who served as a solo pharaoh for about 20 years. You will end your trip at the giant Colossi of Memnon which survives from the Temple of pharaoh Amenhotep III. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then, transfer back to your hotel for a free evening in Luxor.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning over Luxor
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Explore the largest temple in the world, the Temple of Karnak. The Temple/Complex of Karnak was the great god’s chief sanctuary and much larger than any other monument in Egypt. This huge and splendid complex which actually contains many separate temples covers 1700 years of expansion and an area of 300 acres.
Then, proceed to the majestic Temple of Luxor. The Temple of Luxor was built by the 18th Dynasty pharaoh Amenhotep III (1387-1349 BCE), the grandson of the military genius Tuthmosis III, and expanded by the 19th Dynasty pharaoh Ramses II (1279-1213 BCE). Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then transfer to Luxor Airport to fly back to Cairo. Transfer from Cairo Airport to your hotel for the final night of your 7-day Egypt itinerary from USA.
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Following your breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Citadel of Saladin, which 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, Abu Serga Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Your tour will conclude in the largest market in Egypt, Khan El-Khalili, a historical bazaar. Then, head back to your hotel.
Conclude your 7-day Egypt itinerary from USA with a transfer to Cairo Airport for your final departure. It is really sad to leave, but feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
