Experience the best 5-day Egypt itinerary to Cairo, Luxor and Aswan from India. This 5-day Egypt itinerary takes you on a journey through some of the most magnificent historical and cultural sites in the country. From the ancient wonders of Giza Great Pyramids and the Sphinx to the stunning temples and tombs of Luxor and Aswan, this itinerary offers a glimpse into the rich history and heritage of Egypt.
Discover the beauty and wonders of Egypt with our Egypt tours from India. Begin your 5-day Egypt tour package from India in Cairo. Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza and the fabulous contents of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Fly from Cairo to Aswan to discover Aswan’s highlights, the beautiful Temple of Philae and the phenomenal temples of Abu Simbel. Then board your seated train to Luxor. Visit the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings, and the impressive Karnak Temple, then fly to Cairo for the rest of your 5-day Egypt itinerary from India. This itinerary is perfect for those who want to make the most of their short trip to Egypt and immerse themselves in its fascinating culture and history.
One of Egypt Best Vacations representatives will meet you at Cairo International Airport to help you through the arrival and visa regulations. Meet your guide outside the arrival terminal to begin your 5-day Egypt itinerary from India to Cairo, Luxor and Aswan. Enjoy a guided tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Your Egyptologist tour guide will explain to you how and why the ancient Egyptian kings built the Pyramids. He will tell you about the mystery behind the pyramids. Savor your lunch at a local restaurant, then, transfer to your hotel.
Meals Plan: Lunch Only
Early breakfast in the hotel before flying to Aswan to explore the highlights of this beautiful city. Meet your guide just outside the arrival terminal at Aswan Airport to commence your Aswan tour. Your first stop will be at the High Dam, a dam built in the 1960s, to generate hydroelectricity and to stop floods. Then take a motorboat to explore the Temple of Philae, which was built primarily during the Ptolemaic period and is one of the most incredible Temples in Egypt. It was due to the construction of the two dams in Aswan that UNESCO had to relocate the temple. End your journey at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. Then, transfer to your your hotel. Overnight in Aswan.
Optional tour: Nubian Village in Aswan
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
A highlight of your 5-day Egypt itinerary from India is the majestic Abu Simbel temples. Early wakeup with a breakfast to drive to Abu Simbel (3.5 hours). Once you arrive in Abu Simbel, you will visit the phenomenal temples of Pharaoh Ramses II and his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari. Then, return back to Aswan train station to board your seated train to Luxor. Transfer from Luxor train station to your hotel in Luxor. Overnight in Luxor.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
After your breakfast at the hotel, you will explore the western side of Luxor. In the first part of your tour, you’ll have the chance to explore the magnificent tombs found in the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs of the New Kingdom buried their kings to keep them hidden from grave robbers. A total of 65 tombs can be found in the Valley of the Kings. Your guide will suggest the top three tombs that are open to the public that you should visit. Then, head to the Temple of Hatshepsut, the female pharaoh who served as a solo pharaoh for about 20 years after convincing the people that she was a man. We will then visit the Colossi of Memnon which lies in the Temple of Amenhotep III.
Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then proceed to the largest temple in Egypt, the Temple of Karnak, built by several pharaohs in ancient times, as well as the majestic Temple of Luxor, connected to Karnak by the ceremonial avenue of the Sphinx which was recently restored. These temples were dedicated to Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, the Theban Triad. After this, we will transfer to Luxor Airport in order to catch your flight back to Cairo for the final night of your 5-day Egypt itinerary from India to Cairo, Luxor and Aswan.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning Over Luxor
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel, you will 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.
Savor your lunch at a local restaurant, then continue to the Citadel of the Sunni Muslim leader Saladin, which was built in 1172 to protect Cairo against the Crusaders. The White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha is a prominent feature of the Citadel. Finish your tour today at the historical bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East.
Wrap up your 5 day Egypt itinerary (Cairo & Luxor and Aswan) from India with a transfer to Cairo airport in preparation for your final departure. Feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
