8-Day Pyramids and Abu Simbel Tour: A Journey Through Ancient Egypt
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8-Day Pyramids and Abu Simbel Tour: A Journey Through Ancient Egypt Embark on an unforgettable Pyramids and Abu Simbel that brings 5,000 years of history to life. This exclusive 8-day private tour takes you from Cairo iconic pyramids to the majestic temples of Abu Simbel, with a luxurious Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor.
Your Pyramids and Abu Simbel Tour begins with:
✓ Private tour of Giza Plateau (Great Pyramid, Sphinx, Valley Temple)
✓ Grand Egyptian Museum golden treasures
✓ Optional Sound & Light Show at pyramids
Journey south to discover:
✓ Abu Simbel Temples: Ramses II monumental masterpiece
✓ Philae Temple: Beautiful island sanctuary
✓ Kom Ombo: Unique dual-design crocodile temple
✓ Luxor: Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple
This Pyramids and Abu Simbel offers more than sightseeing – it’s an immersive journey through ancient civilization. From the pyramids geometric perfection to Abu Simbel colossal statues, you’ll witness humanity greatest architectural achievements.
Book Now to secure your spot on this extraordinary adventure!
Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.
Children Policy:
0 – 01.99 Free of Charge
2 – 05.99 pay 25% of tour price
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.
Notes: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)
Your Egyptian adventure begins with a warm welcome at Cairo Airport. Our representative will assist with arrival formalities before transferring you to your carefully selected hotel - choose between the pyramid-view Hilton Pyramids Golf or the charming Le Riad in historic Islamic Cairo. Enjoy a welcome drink as we review your itinerary.
Highlights include:
✓ Private guided tour of Giza Plateau (Great Pyramid, Sphinx, Valley Temple)
✓ Exclusive access to the Grand Egyptian Museum treasures
✓ Authentic Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
Morning flight to Aswan featuring:
✓ Philae Temple (boat transfer required)
✓ The massive Unfinished Obelisk
✓ Evening at leisure in Aswan
Today highlight:
✓ Small group tour to Ramses II monumental Abu Simbel
✓ Learn about the temple incredible relocation
✓ Board your luxury Nile cruise in Aswan
Sail north discovering:
✓ Unique dual-design Kom Ombo Temple
✓ Magnificent Horus Temple in Edfu (via horse carriage)
✓ Scenic Nile views from the sun deck
Explore:
✓ Valley of the Kings (3 royal tombs included)
✓ Hatshepsut terraced temple
✓ Colossi of Memnon
Final cruise day features:
✓ Karnak Temple massive hypostyle hall
✓ Luxor Temple illuminated courtyards
✓ Evening flight back to Cairo
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Bastet Travel is a leading Travel Agency in Egypt that specialized in arranging Egypt private tours, small group tours, day tours, multi-day tours, City tours, family-friendly tours, and surely the authentic Nile River Cruises
Daniel Brooks –
Enchanting Ancient Egypt With Modern Luxury And Laughter
We embarked on an eight‑day private tour that blended opulence and adventure: air‑conditioned drives, plush hotels, and a luxury Nile cruise vessel with panoramic views and refined service. First stop: the majestic pyramids of Giza by private transfer, feeling dwarfed yet exhilarated standing before them. Then onward to Abu Simbel at sunrise – an unforgettable moment. Our Egyptologist guide sprinkled storytelling with jokes (“those pharaohs sure loved big statues!”) and shared deep insights into Egyptian culture and history. In Luxor we took a desert quad‑bike ride that was a riot — sand flying, laughter echoing across dunes, plus a scenic stop at an island on the Nile for mint tea with local villagers. Every hotel stay felt upscale, from elegant bedding to attentive staff.
Megan Ellis –
Nile Elegance Meets Ancient Majesty In A Delightful Tour
From Day 1 we felt immersed in both splendor and antiquity. Starting in Cairo, a modern private vehicle delivered us to the Pyramids of Giza in comfort. Later, a sleek Nile cruise ship awaited in Aswan – our floating boutique hotel, complete with plush cabins, elegant dining, and panoramic decks. Waking up to Abu Simbel at sunrise felt cinematic. We toured temples by day, learned about gods, pyramids and pharaohs through animated commentary, and enjoyed evenings of gourmet Egyptian‑style meals under the starlit sky. One highlight: riding quad‑bikes across the desert dunes near Luxor — equal parts thrilling and amusing, especially when our guide challenged us to “sand selfie face‑off.
Mark Davidson –
Eight Days Of Egypt’s Wonders With Comfort And Culture
This tour felt orchestrated like a symphony: modern private vehicles, elegant hotels in each city, a luxurious Nile cruise as our floating base, and unforgettable temple visits (Giza pyramids, Abu Simbel, Karnak, Luxor). The cruise offered airy lounges, expansive sun deck, and fine dining with fresh local dishes. Our guide balanced serious history and spirited storytelling – one minute explaining pharaoh building techniques, the next joking about how they’d advertise pyramids on Instagram. We also enjoyed a sunset desert safari near Luxor and a peaceful boat ride to a small Nile island where we met local artisans. Every transfer was smooth
Laura Jenkins –
Sprinkled With Laughter: An Elegant Egypt Voyage You’ll Love
Our 8‑day private journey combined refined luxury and grin‑inducing fun. Starting in Cairo with a private car ride to the pyramids, we then flew or drove to Aswan and boarded a deluxe Nile cruise vessel outfitted with modern amenities and first‑rate service. Waking up at Abu Simbel at dawn was surreal – the temple façade glowing orange against a crisp sky. In Luxor we took a quad‑bike desert ride that was half adrenaline rush, half comedy show (sand in our hair and sand in our ears!). Accommodation at boutique hotels and aboard the ship felt indulgent: elegant décor, plush beds, Egyptian charm meets modern refinement.
Henry Wilson –
Cultural Insights And Modern Comfort On A Grand Egyptian Expedition
We started Day One gazing at the Pyramids of Giza via a private SUV transfer – modern, air‑conditioned, chauffeur‑driven. Spoiler: the views are better than any travel brochure. From there, onto a luxury Nile cruise that felt more boutique boutique hotel than boat. The public lounge had floor‑to‑ceiling windows, the cabins offered plush bedding, and staff fussed over details (fresh towels, friendly smiles). History came alive at temples: the intimacy at Abu Simbel was unforgettable, the scale of Karnak left us breathless
Rachel Wilson –
From Pyramids To Temples: A Relaxing Yet Exciting Nile Adventure
Eight days of flawless modern transport and immersive ancient exploration. We flew into Cairo, were chauffeured to Giza to stand in awe before the Great Pyramid. Later, we boarded a sleek Nile cruise ship that became our floating hotel for days. Cabins were immaculate, meals featured local and international flavours, and deck seating offered uninterrupted river views. At Abu Simbel, we arrived early for the sunrise ceremony
Samuel Carter –
Adventure Meets Ancient History In A Deluxe Egyptian Tour
This eight‑day private tour delivered everything in style. Private SUV whisked us from Cairo’s pyramids to Aswan, where a gleaming first‑class Nile cruiser awaited. The cruise experience: spacious lounge areas, panoramic windows, plush cabins, and attentive staff. Sightseeing days unfolded with temples and tombs: Abu Simbel, Karnak, Valley of the Kings – each site introduced with enthusiasm and context, made more vivid by amusing anecdotes about pharaoh rebels and ancient workers. One afternoon we enjoyed a sunset camel trek on the desert’s edge near Luxor, laughable when the camel paused mid‑story! 😄 Evenings were relaxed: fine dining aboard or in boutique hotels, live traditional music, local dancers.
Martha Greene –
Exploring Cairo, Temples And Cruise With A Fun Twist
We spent eight days immersed in Ancient Egypt, travelling from the iconic Pyramids of Giza to majestic Abu Simbel by a combination of limousine‑style road transfers and a luxurious Nile vessel. The accommodation at every stop felt upscale – crisp sheets, thoughtful service, fine décor. On one afternoon we took a guided buggy ride into the desert near Luxor – our guide cracked jokes about mummies and pharaoh fashion, which had us laughing as we sped through dunes. Educational moments were sprinkled in too: our Egyptologist guide shared fascinating stories about the sun god Ra and the clever pyramid builders. 😊
Jared Thompson –
Luxury Nile Cruise Joined Ancient Temple Exploration In Style
My expectations were high, and yet this 8‑day journey surpassed them. From Cairo’s bustling streets to the serene Nile waters, we moved around in polished modern vehicles and enjoyed high‑end hotels at every stop. The highlight: waking up at Abu Simbel to see the colossal façade illuminated by dawn’s golden glow. In between temple visits we relaxed on the cruise deck, sipping fresh juice, reading about pharaohs, while modern soft music played softly in the background.
Ella Montgomery –
A Memorable Ancient Egypt Cruise and Desert Adventure Experience
We sailed onboard a modern, sleek Nile cruise ship between Aswan and Luxor and felt utterly pampered from the first moment. The cabins were spacious, the air‑conditioning whisper quiet, mini‑bar well stocked. Our group (well, it was just the two of us and our guide) grew excited each morning as the ship glided past palm‑lined banks. Visiting Abu Simbel at sunrise felt like stepping into another epoch – the temples towered above us in breathtaking scale. We zipped through Cairo to see the Great Pyramids, and the contrast between modern transport (a private air‑conditioned SUV) and ancient stone was surreal. One afternoon, we took a playful ride with a local guide across the desert dunes and laughed as the sand flipped onto the windshield. 🐫