6 days Egypt tour in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel in 2026 is the perfect choice for travelers who want experience the best of Egypt in less than a week. This journey combines the most iconic highlights of ancient history with the cultural richness of modern Egypt, giving you a seamless and unforgettable introduction to the country’s treasures.
A well-crafted 6 days Egypt tour like this brings together the timeless Cairo pyramids, magnificent Luxor temples, Aswan’s serene beauty, and the breathtaking grandeur of Abu Simbel temples. For travelers seeking a comprehensive yet balanced 6 day Egypt tour, this itinerary ensures no landmark is missed.
With this program, you will enjoy a carefully designed Egypt 6 day itinerary that flows smoothly between cities, allowing you to explore comfortably while maximizing your time. It is the perfect opportunity for those planning to spend 6 days in Egypt and want to experience both the highlights of the Nile Valley and the architectural wonders built by the pharaohs.
Whether you are a first-time visitor or someone returning to explore more deeply, this 6 day Egypt itinerary offers a rewarding blend of history, culture, and relaxation. The trip is also tailored for those searching for a clear and enriching 6 days in Egypt itinerary, giving you everything from Cairo’s lively streets to the southern treasures .
Your journey begins in Cairo, the vibrant capital of Egypt. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, You will be met and assisted upon arrival, then transferred to your hotel. Your representative will review your Egypt 6 days itinerary with you to ensure that all arrangements for your 6 Days in Egypt are in place.
Take time to relax and settle into the vibrant atmosphere of this bustling city as you begin your 6 days Egypt tour.
Overnight: In Cairo hotel.
On the second day of your 6 day Egypt tour, enjoy breakfast at your hotel and be ready to immerse yourself in the wonders of ancient history.
Head to the Giza Plateau to see the Great Pyramid of Khufu, built over 23 years with about 3 million limestone blocks and aligned with the cardinal directions.
Then visit the Pyramid of Khafre, which appears taller due to its elevated position.
Continue to the Pyramid of Menkaure, built by Khufu’s grandson. It features a granite-covered base and three small pyramids behind it for royal family members.
Upon finishing your tour to the three pyramids of Giza, explore the Valley Temple, a 41-square-meter granite structure used for mummification, and see the remnants of the connecting causeway.
Next, see the Great Sphinx of Giza, carved from a single limestone block, representing King Khafre. It stands 21 meters high and 73 meters long.
Have a break to have Lunch at a good quality restaurant.
Later, visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to over 120,000 priceless artifacts (including royal jewelry, statues, sarcophagi, and remarkably preserved animal mummies) each offering a captivating glimpse into Egypt’s glorious past.
End the day with a leisurely walk through Khan El Khalili Bazaar, Cairo’s oldest and most vibrant market, where you can do shopping in Egypt and buy many Egyptian souvenirs with you back to your homeland.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Night Stay in Cairo
After having you morning breakfast at the hotel, our representative and driver will accompany you to the Cairo Airport to catch a morning domestic flight to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes, where you will begin with your Luxor East Bank tour staring by visiting the Karnak Temple Complex, dedicated to Amun-Ra, it is considered the largest religious complex in the world, with construction spanning from the Middle Kingdom to the New Kingdom.
Continue to Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramses II, Hatshepsut, and Tuthmosis III. It was dedicated to the Theban Triad: Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.
After your tour, transfer to your hotel in Luxor for check-in. Staying in Luxor allows you to soak in the city’s timeless atmosphere, an essential part of your 6-day Egypt itinerary.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
Overnight: In Luxor hotel.
After enjoying your delicious morning breakfast, begin the fourth day of your 6 day Egypt itinerary, focusing on Luxor’s West Bank attractions.
starting with the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis of the New Kingdom pharaohs, chosen for its secluded location to safeguard their eternal resting places. More than 60 tombs have been unearthed here, including those of Tutankhamun, Tuthmose IV, and Amenhotep II.
Next, you’ll visit the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, an architectural masterpiece carved into the cliffs of the Theban Mountains. The temple’s terraces and detailed reliefs vividly depict scenes from Hatshepsut’s reign, including her famed expedition to the Land of Punt (modern-day Somalia), led by the Egyptian commander Nehesy, to acquire ivory, incense, gold, gum arabic, and exotic trees.
Take a break for lunch, and then continue with your tour.
Your final stop on the West Bank is the iconic Colossi of Memnon (two towering statues of Amenhotep II, each rising nearly 20 meters high and weighing about 700 tons, standing as silent sentinels of ancient Thebes).
After your tour ends, transfer to the train station in Luxor to board your VIP seating train, which takes approximately two and a half hours from Luxor to Aswan. Upon arrival in Aswan, our representative will assist you with your transfer and check-in at your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
Overnight: In Aswan hotel.
You’ll start your day early with a breakfast box at 4:30 AM, before boarding a modern, air-conditioned vehicle for the excursion to the magnificent Ramses II Temples at Abu Simbel, a journey of approximately three and a half hours.
These iconic rock-cut temples were commissioned by Pharaoh Ramses II and are dedicated not only to himself but also to the gods Amun-Ra, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah. You will also visit the Temple of Hathor, lovingly built by Ramses II in honor of his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari.
After your Abu Simbel day tour, return to Aswan and take some time to relax and enjoy your lunch peacefully.
In the afternoon, you’ll enjoy a short Aswan city tour, beginning with a visit to the High Dam (a modern engineering marvel built to control the Nile’s flooding, improve irrigation, and enhance agricultural productivity.
Continue to the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Relocated to Agilkia Island to save it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser, this stunning temple stands as one of Aswan’s most cherished landmarks) .
After your tour in Aswan, you will be transferred to Aswan International Airport to catch your flight back to Cairo for your final night of this amazing 6 days Egypt itinerary, exploring Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel in 2026.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
Overnight: In Cairo hotel.
After breakfast at your Cairo hotel, you will be transferred by our private driver to Cairo’s International Airport for your flight back home. As your 6 days in Egypt journey concludes, you leave with memories of Giza pyramids, temples of Luxor, Aswan attractions, and Abu Simbel’s monumental grandeur.
This carefully designed 6 days in Egypt itinerary ensures that every traveler experiences the magic of Egypt in just six unforgettable days.
This balanced and enriching 6 day Egypt itinerary is ideal for travelers who want to cover the highlights of Egypt’s ancient civilization while enjoying a well-organized and comfortable trip.
With expert guidance, smooth logistics, and a diverse range of experiences, this 6 days Egypt tour guarantees a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the heart of Egypt.
Meals: Breakfast
Tipping is not included in the tour package and is entirely at the discretion of travelers. While not mandatory, tipping is highly appreciated by the staff who take care of you throughout your 6 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel Tour.
Extra personal expenses may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational activities, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:
All our packages do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites, such as entering the Pyramids from the inside, the mummies’ room in the Egyptian Museum, or the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
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