Imagine Egypt
Cairo, Luxor & AswanThis itinerary gets you straight to the cultural heart of Egypt, delving into 3,000 years of civilization that left behind stunning archaeological sites dotted along the banks of the Nile. Marvel at everything from the iconic Great Pyramids in Giza to colossal temples dedicated to ancient Egyptian kings between Aswan and Luxor.
At a glance
Immerse yourself in the culture of Egypt on a tailormade journey covering the key sites of this ancient country
Glimpse into Egypt's best kept secret tombs, decorated with some of the world’s most incredibly well-preserved hieroglyphs
Enter the magnificent Tomb of Tutankhamun himself
Journey highlights
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Immerse yourself in the culture of Egypt on a tailormade journey covering the key sites of this ancient country
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Glimpse into Egypt's best kept secret tombs, decorated with some of the world’s most incredibly well-preserved hieroglyphs
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Enter the magnificent Tomb of Tutankhamun himself
Our tailor made journeys include:
- Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
- Private international airport transfers in destination
- Your own private, English-speaking local guides
- Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
- Entrance to must-see local sites
- Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- Complimentary access to My Scott Dunn – industry-leading travel app providing pre-departure information and in-journey support
When to visit
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Egypt enjoys a mild climate, making it a good year round destination. However, temperatures increase as you travel due south. Cairo can be chilly between December and February, and very hot between June and September. But the heat in Egypt is made bearable by the northerly breeze that leads to a drop in temperature at night. Peak temperatures in Upper Egypt occur between May and October, and are accompanied by extremely low humidity. The best time to visit Cairo is in the cooler months between November and March
Cairo has long-standing populations of major religious groups and past colonial powers, so it’s possible to find celebrations for most every major holiday. Islam, however, is the prevailing force here, and the month of Ramadan is one of the most pronounced Islamic holidays. It happens in July or August, and during this time, some shops and restaurants may stay closed during the daytime fast.
Price Guide: (per person based on double occupancy and excludes international flights)
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| May | GBP £4,200 | GBP £600 | plan your trip |
| June | GBP £4,000 | GBP £600 | plan your trip |
| July | GBP £4,000 | GBP £600 | plan your trip |
| August | GBP £4,000 | GBP £600 | plan your trip |
| September | GBP £4,200 | GBP £600 | plan your trip |
| October | GBP £4,400 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| November | GBP £4,400 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| December | GBP £4,400 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| January | GBP £4,400 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| February | GBP £4,400 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| March | GBP £4,400 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| April | GBP £4,400 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
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May
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,200
Deposit from*GBP £600
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June
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,000
Deposit from*GBP £600
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July
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,000
Deposit from*GBP £600
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August
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,000
Deposit from*GBP £600
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September
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,200
Deposit from*GBP £600
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October
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,400
Deposit from*GBP £700
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November
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,400
Deposit from*GBP £700
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December
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,400
Deposit from*GBP £700
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January
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,400
Deposit from*GBP £700
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February
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,400
Deposit from*GBP £700
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March
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,400
Deposit from*GBP £700
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April
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,400
Deposit from*GBP £700
- plan your trip
Itinerary
Fly to Cairo
Cairo
Begin your journey in Cairo, Egypt’s vibrant capital where millennia-old architectural monuments contrast against modern skyscrapers on the banks of the River Nile. Accompanied by an expert guide, explore the Egyptian Museum which is home to a staggering collection of 120,000 exhibits. Wander through charming Islamic Cairo, navigating from the Citadel of Salah-el-Din, Mohamed Ali Mosque, Sultan Hassan Mosque to an astounding city view from Ibn Tulun Mosque's minaret.
The next day, dive into the rich history of ancient Egypt as you explore the Pyramids of Giza, now the last standing of the Seven Wonders of the World. Continue to the colossal Great Sphinx, carved from a single piece of limestone to form what is still among one of the world’s largest sculptures. Explore the ancient burial grounds at Sakkara, a sprawling necropolis home to the remains of pyramids, temples, and tombs that span the history of ancient Egypt.
Fly to Luxor
Luxor
Fly from Cairo to Luxor, formerly part of the ancient city of Thebes set on the banks of the Nile. Spend some time admiring the treasures on display at the Luxor Museum, which houses an incredible collection of antiquities and Pharaonic artefacts.
The next day explore the East Bank of Luxor, often referred to as the world’s largest open-air museum. Uncover the vast Karnak Temple complex, stroll along the Avenue of the Sphinxes past imposing statues and towering obelisks, ending at the impressive riverside Luxor Temple which formed the most important religious centre in ancient Egypt.
The following day uncover Luxor’s West Bank – home to the magnificent Valley of the Kings. Explore this hugely important burial site for ancient pharaohs, where archaeologist Howard Carter first discovered Tutankhamun’s tomb. Continue to the corresponding Valley of the Queens, where the tomb of Nefertari, the first wife of Ramses II, can be found. Explore the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut and be amazed by the monumental Colossi of Memnon statues.
Aswan
This morning you will be driven from Luxor to Aswan, where the rolling dunes of the Sahara meet the powerful River Nile in the southern frontier of ancient Egypt. Along the way, marvel at the incredibly well-preserved sandstone walls of the Temple of Horus in Edfu, conserved thanks to the fact that the temple was buried beneath desert sand until the 19th century. Continue to the majestic Temple of Kom Ombo and gaze in awe at the towering colonnades rising dramatically along the banks of the Nile.
The next day discover the delights of Aswan, visiting the famed Aswan High Dam opened in 1970 to control the annual Nile flood, thus providing protection to some of Egypt’s most important Pharaonic monuments. Explore the Temple of Philae, which was painstakingly transferred piece by piece from Philae Island to Agilkia Island in the 1960s while the dam was being constructed. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, wander through this superb temple complex which was an important sacred site to the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans. Gain a fascinating insight into ancient Egyptian engineering techniques as you visit the Unfinished Obelisk, which as the name suggests remains in an incomplete state of construction in an ancient quarry.
Fly to Cairo
Cairo
This morning, you have the option to visit the incredible site of Abu Simbel on the shores of Lake Nasser, home to two temples built by the renowned Egyptian king Ramses II. Afterwards fly back to Cairo to enjoy one final evening in Egypt’s vibrant capital city. Explore the labyrinth-like souks of Khan-el-Khalili bazaar, brimming with fabrics, spices and antiques.
Accommodation: Le Meridien Cairo Airport ( 1 night )
Fly Home
Call us on 020 3993 5269 to start planning your holiday.
Experiences included in this itinerary
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![Ramses II - Abu Simbel]()
Read moreAbu Simbel's Colossal Temple
Often considered the most impressive monument in Egypt after the Great Pyramids, visit the colossus temple of Ramses II, set by Lake Nasser. The four breathtaking statues in front of the temple are spectacular examples of ancient Egyptian art.
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Read moreBest of West Bank
Take a morning motorboat into the West Bank. Explore 3 tombs in Valley of the Kings, Hatchepsut Temple, King Tutankhamun's Tomb and Queen Nefertari's Tomb. Time permitting, you can also explore another 3 tombs in the Valley of the Queens.
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Read moreDahshour Pyramids
Today you will visit the Dahshour Pyramids. These lesser-known pyramids provide wonderful opportunity to appreciate the beauty of Egypt with less crowd than usual.
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Read moreEgyptian Museum
The Egyptian Museum is home to a plethora of ancient treasures exhibiting the very best of Egyptian antiquities.
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Read moreGayer Anderson Museum
An insightful visit to Gayer Anderson Museum features impressive Islamic artefacts and Persian-styled decorations into the ancient residences of Beit el-Kiridiliya and Beit Amna Bent Salim.
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Read moreIslamic Cairo
Discover the romance of Islamic Cairo as you navigate from Citadel of Salah-el-Din, Mohamed Ali Mosque, Sultan Hassan Mosque to an astounding city view from Ibn Tulun Mosque's minaret.
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Read moreKarnak Temple
Located at the northern end of the town of Luxor, the Karnak Temple has three main sacred areas that honour three gods: Montu, an ancient local warrior god; Amun, the chief god of Thebes; and the goddess Mut, wife of Amun.
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Read moreLuxor Museum
Luxor Museum is home to a small but very high quality collection of Egyptian antiquities. The collection includes grave goods from the tomb of Tutankhamen.
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![Colossus of Ramesses II]()
Read moreMemphis
Visit Memphis, the capital of Ancient Egypt, as well as the great Colossus of Ramses II.
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Read morePyramids & Sphinx
This trip to Giza brings you to none other than the iconic Great Pyramid and the Sphinx of Giza.
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Read moreSail Aswan by Felucca
Sail the Nile by felucca passing through sights such as Agha Khan Mausoleum, Kitchener's Island and ending at Elephantine Island.
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Read moreSakkara
You will head to Sakkara, the ancient burial ground, as well as the Pyramid of Djoser. You will go inside the Unas Pyramid, which is among the finest in the area and we will make a visit to a secret tomb.
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Read moreSound & Light Show at Philae Temple
A spectacular hour-long show telling the story of Isis and Osiris at the beautiful Temple of Philae, set on an island in the middle of the River Nile.
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Read moreTemple of Horus & Kom Ombo
As you make your way between Luxor and Aswan, make a visit to Temple of Horus in Edfu as well as Kom Ombo, where you will find a huge temple dedicated to the God Sobek and Harocies.
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When to visit
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Egypt enjoys a mild climate, making it a good year round destination. However, temperatures increase as you travel due south. Cairo can be chilly between December and February, and very hot between June and September. But the heat in Egypt is made bearable by the northerly breeze that leads to a drop in temperature at night. Peak temperatures in Upper Egypt occur between May and October, and are accompanied by extremely low humidity. The best time to visit Cairo is in the cooler months between November and March
Cairo has long-standing populations of major religious groups and past colonial powers, so it’s possible to find celebrations for most every major holiday. Islam, however, is the prevailing force here, and the month of Ramadan is one of the most pronounced Islamic holidays. It happens in July or August, and during this time, some shops and restaurants may stay closed during the daytime fast.
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itineraryis a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you. Call us on 020 3993 5269 to start planning your holiday.
Why Scott Dunn?
At Scott Dunn, we live and breathe travel. An insatiable appetite to discover the world runs through everything we do. We relish the planning and revel in the detail. We know it’s the smallest touches that make the biggest difference, and we stop at nothing to make every trip not only exceptional but totally unique.
- Every itinerary is crafted from scratch, based around exactly what’s important to you
- Packed full of unique experiences, hand-picked by our journeys team
- Expert local guides enrich your experience in every destination
- Your own dedicated Travel Specialist who will take care of every detail of your trip
- We have a 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- We offer flexibility and financial protection to give you total peace of mind