Small Group 7-Day Luxury Egypt Tour Pyramids, Aswan, Luxor & Abu Simbel
7 Days / 6 Nights
Duration
8-12
Group Size
4
Destinations
Daily
Departures
The Experience
Egypt's essential wonders unfold with VIP precision on this 7-day journey, limited to just 8–12 guests for an intimate, exclusive pace. Step inside the Great Pyramid's chambers before public opening hours, exploring its interior free of crowds, then enjoy skip-the-line entry at every major site along the way. Rest at Cairo's legendary Marriott Mena House, with its unmistakable pyramid views, before boarding a deluxe Nile cruise vessel featuring premium suites, private balconies, and butler service. Sail from Aswan to Luxor with priority access at the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and every stop between, then witness the colossal temples of Abu Simbel and drift along the Nile aboard a private felucca. Five-star hotels, a luxury cruise, all meals, an expert Egyptologist guide, and internal flights are arranged throughout a compact itinerary built for travelers who want Egypt's full grandeur without compromise.
Your Journey
Day 1 | Cairo - VIP Arrival & Welcome
Your private concierge welcomes you airside at Cairo International Airport, bypassing queues entirely, before a comfortable private luxury transfer delivers you to the legendary Marriott Mena House. Settle into your Pyramid View Room, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing Khufu's eternal monument. Savor a candlelit welcome dinner beneath starlit pyramids, glowing golden across jasmine-scented gardens. Meet your fellow travelers and expert Egyptologist guide, who will provide personalized attention throughout this VIP journey, combining exclusive access with intimate group camaraderie. Overnight: Marriott Mena House, Cairo — Meals: Welcome dinner included
Day 2 | Grand Egyptian Museum & Private Giza
Following breakfast with pyramid vistas, your private Egyptologist guides you through the Grand Egyptian Museum's treasures, including Tutankhamun's complete golden collection, spanning 5,000 artifacts displayed together for the first time. Continue to the Giza Plateau to explore the Valley Temple and ancient stone quarries. Experience exclusive after-hours access, standing between the Sphinx's paws before entering the Great Pyramid's King's Chamber in complete solitude, where Khufu's sarcophagus rests eternally. This rare privilege, reserved for dignitaries and VIP guests, ensures an unforgettable pyramid experience in profound silence. Overnight: Marriott Mena House, Cairo — Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 3 | Abu Simbel & Board Nile Cruise
Board your pre-dawn flight over Lake Nasser to witness the four colossal statues of Ramses II guarding Abu Simbel's Great Temple, and Queen Nefertari's adjacent sanctuary, illuminated by the sunrise's first golden rays. Stand before the four twenty-meter monuments, carved entirely into the solid mountainside. Continue to Aswan, where you embark on the MS Le Fayan, your boutique floating palace with only fifty suites. After settling into your Luxury Suite, with private balcony and marble bathroom, a motorboat carries you to Philae's island temple, before evening champagne toasts during the Captain's Reception. Overnight: MS Le Fayan Nile Cruise — Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 4 | Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples
Awaken aboard your floating palace, gliding peacefully toward Kom Ombo, as breakfast arrives on your private balcony overlooking timeless Nile life. Explore Egypt's unique twin sanctuary, dedicated to both the Horus and Sobek gods, featuring perfect architectural symmetry. Enjoy afternoon serenity with sun deck swimming or spa indulgence, before visiting Edfu's magnificently preserved temple, with its towering entrance pylons. Late afternoon brings an Egyptian gala dinner under desert stars, with traditional entertainment celebrating your VIP journey through ancient wonders. Overnight: MS Le Fayan Nile Cruise — Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 5 | Valley of the Kings & West Bank
Cross the Nile by private motorboat to Luxor's legendary West Bank, entering the Valley of the Kings, where Tutankhamun's mummy rests eternally in his golden sarcophagus, surrounded by spectacularly decorated royal tombs with vivid astronomical ceilings depicting the pharaoh's journey to the afterlife. Continue to Queen Hatshepsut's breathtaking three-tiered mortuary temple, carved into limestone cliffs, then return shipboard for spa relaxation before an evening of belly dancing and a visit to the vibrant Luxor Market, bringing you closer to modern Egyptian culture. Overnight: MS Le Fayan Nile Cruise — Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 6 | Karnak Temple & Return to Cairo
Disembark for your final Luxor morning at the monumental Karnak Temple Complex, the world's largest ancient religious site, spanning two hundred acres. Walk the Avenue of Sphinxes and stand awestruck beneath the Great Hypostyle Hall's one hundred thirty-four towering papyrus columns, forming an awe-inspiring stone forest. Visit Luxor Temple, bathed in morning light, before your domestic flight returns you to Cairo's Four Seasons First Residence, with spectacular high-rise Nile views. The evening features a farewell dinner with panoramic cityscape views, celebrating your extraordinary VIP journey. Overnight: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo — Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and farewell dinner included
Day 7 | Cairo - Departure
After a leisurely breakfast overlooking the Nile's shimmering expanse, enjoy final hours strolling the Corniche promenade, relaxing poolside with panoramic city views, or reflecting on your extraordinary journey through five millennia of civilization and royal treatment. Your private chauffeur provides a seamless transfer to Cairo International Airport, where you depart carrying golden memories of the Nile, whispers of pharaohs, and the promise of return to Egypt's timeless wonders — treasures that have captured hearts for thousands of years. Meals: Breakfast included
Included
- 6 nights luxury 5-star accommodation
- All meals as specified (breakfast, lunch, dinner daily)
- Private licensed Egyptologist guide throughout
- Internal domestic flights (Aswan/Abu Simbel–Luxor–Cairo)
- All private transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- Skip-the-line and after-hours access to major sites, including the Great Pyramid's King's Chamber
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- 24/7 concierge contact throughout your journey
Not Included
- International flights
- Egypt entry visa
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
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