Egypt 5 Day Tour Package – Cairo, Luxor and Aswan Private Holiday

Five days in Egypt is exactly enough time to experience Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan without feeling rushed — if you have a private licensed guide and a well-designed itinerary. This package covers Egypt’s three most essential destinations: the ancient monuments of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo, the royal tombs and temples of Luxor (ancient Thebes), and the serene Nubian city of Aswan with the island temple of Philae. Domestic flights between cities are included, hotels are 4–5 star throughout, and your private Egyptologist accompanies you across all five days.

This is the most popular multi-day package we offer — the right balance of depth, variety, and pace for first-time Egypt visitors.

5-Day Itinerary Overview

• Day 1 — Cairo: Arrive; hotel check-in. Optional evening Felucca Sunset Sail to ease into the trip
• Day 2 — Cairo: Grand Egyptian Museum and Giza Pyramids with private Egyptologist
• Day 3 — Luxor: Morning flight Cairo → Luxor; West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple); Karnak Temple Complex; overnight Luxor
• Day 4 — Aswan: Morning flight Luxor → Aswan; Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk; optional Nubian Village; overnight Aswan
• Day 5 — Return: Optional Abu Simbel early morning (additional cost); flight Aswan → Cairo; hotel drop-off or airport transfer

What Is Included

• Private licensed Egyptologist guide for all 5 days (English, Arabic, Italian)
• All domestic flights (Cairo–Luxor, Luxor–Aswan, Aswan–Cairo)
• 4 nights accommodation in 4–5 star hotels (Cairo 1 night, Luxor 1 night, Aswan 1 night, Cairo 1 night)
• Private A/C vehicles throughout
• Daily breakfast at hotels
• Lunches on touring days
• Bottled water daily
• All taxes and service charges

Not Included

• International flights to and from Egypt
• Entrance fees to monuments (approximately $150–200 per person total across 5 days)
• Dinners (guide recommends restaurants at each location)
• Abu Simbel day trip (optional add-on from Aswan)
• Tips for guide ($20/day recommended) and drivers ($10/day)
• Travel insurance

Why 5 Days Works Well

One day in Cairo is never enough — with the Grand Egyptian Museum, the pyramids, and the city itself all requiring time. Two days gives you the space to see the monuments properly without fatigue. Luxor in one day is intensive but achievable with a private guide who moves efficiently. Aswan in one day captures the highlights — Philae is extraordinary — and leaves you wanting to return for longer.

For travellers with more time, our Grand Egypt 7 Day Tour adds a 4-night Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan and visits Abu Simbel — a significantly more immersive experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this suitable for first-time visitors to Egypt? This is specifically designed for first-time visitors. The itinerary covers the three essential destinations in a logical sequence with enough time at each. Your guide handles all logistics so you focus entirely on the experience.

What class are the domestic flights? Economy class on EgyptAir or Nile Air. Upgrades to business class are available on request for an additional fee.

Can the itinerary be customised? Yes — all our packages are adjustable. If you want to spend an extra day in Luxor, add Abu Simbel, or replace a site with something else, we design the itinerary around your preferences. Contact us to discuss.

What is the hotel standard? 4–5 star hotels at each location. We use properties with strong reviews for service, location, and comfort. Specific hotel recommendations are provided on inquiry based on your dates and preferences.

Ready to plan your Egypt trip? Contact Elias Tours Egypt to receive a personalised 5-day itinerary and quote.