Egypt Echoes (EGE) — 9 Days / 8 Nights
Duration : 9 Days / 8 Nights | Type : Privately Guided Package | Runs : By Request (Tailor-made)Overview
Tour Overview
Egypt Echoes (EGE) is designed for travelers who want the essential “big moments” of Egypt in one well-paced itinerary: Cairo’s landmark museums and heritage quarters, the iconic Giza plateau, and a full Nile cruise experience through Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan—ending with the temples of Abu Simbel.
Highlights
- Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) with royal artifacts and Tutankhamun treasures
- The Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- NMEC and the Royal Mummies Gallery
- Old Cairo heritage: Fortress of Babylon, Hanging Church, Abu Serga, Ben Ezra Synagogue
- Luxor: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon
- Edfu: Horus Temple • Kom Ombo: Crocodile Temple (Sobek) & twin sanctuary layout
- Aswan: Philae Temple, High Dam, Nubian Village
- Abu Simbel excursion
Travel Style
- Privately escorted sightseeing
- Fully and privately escorted transfers
- Latest air-conditioned vehicles
Pricing note: To ensure every detail aligns with your expectations, pricing is determined following a discovery call/session.
Itinerary
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Day1
Day 1 International Arrival – Cairo (Meet & Assist)
Upon international arrival, your Kaya Escapes greeter will warmly welcome you, assist with formalities, and accompany you to your 5-star hotel for check-in.
Overnight: Cairo
Included Activities :
Arrival meet & assist
Transfer to hotel & check-in supportMeals Included :
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Day2
Day 2 Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) + Pyramids of Giza
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Day3
Day 3 NMEC + Old Cairo Heritage + Khan El-Khalili
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Day4
Day 4 Fly to Luxor + Embark Nile Cruise + Karnak & Luxor Temple
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Day5
Day 5 Luxor West Bank + Sail to Esna
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Day6
Day 6 Edfu Temple + Kom Ombo Temple
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Day7
Day 7 Aswan – Philae Temple + High Dam + Nubian Village
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Day8
Day 8 Abu Simbel Excursion + Fly Back to Cairo
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Day9
Day 9 International Departure – Cairo
Inclusions
- Meet & assist on arrival and departure with a Kaya Escapes greeter/tour coordinator (assistance with formalities where applicable)
- Private Egyptologist guide for sightseeing days (as stated in the itinerary)
- Accommodation: 8 nights total (Cairo hotels + Nile cruise nights as per itinerary)
- Domestic flights as stated in the itinerary (Cairo–Luxor, Aswan–Abu Simbel, Abu Simbel–Cairo via Aswan)
- Meals as stated in the itinerary (8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 4 Dinners)
- All transfers as stated (fully and privately escorted transfers; air-conditioned vehicles)
- Abu Simbel excursion (as stated)
Exclusions
- International flights.
- Country Entry visa.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses (shopping, minibar, massage, spa sessions, tele calls etc.).
- Tips/gratuities.
- Optional activities: camel ride, quad bike, and any add-ons not listed as included.
Pearls
- Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 4 Dinners
- Level of Fitness: Intermediate
- Privately escorted sightseeing
- Fully and privately escorted transfers
- Latest air-conditioned vehicles
- Royal Mummies Gallery
- Tutankhamun Treasures Gallery
- Abu Simbel Excursion
- Nubian Village
Pricing note: To ensure every detail aligns with your expectations, our pricing is determined following a discovery call/session.
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FAQs
Send us your travel date, group size, and preferred pace, and we’ll recommend the best plan—day tours, multi-day itineraries, or a mix.
- Travel date + approximate trip length
- Group size (adults/children)
- Your pace (relaxed vs full schedule)
- Top interests (Pyramids, museums, Nile, desert, etc.)
- Optional Red Sea extension: dates, preferred coast (Hurghada vs Sharm vs quieter resorts), and whether you want relaxation, diving, or family beach time
Contact us and we’ll take it from there.
Our trips are designed around your exact expectations. To make sure every detail aligns with what you want, pricing is confirmed after a short discovery call/session.
Once we understand your dates, preferences, and priorities, we share the best-fit option and quote.
Yes—our experiences are built around private service, including privately escorted sightseeing and fully escorted transfers.
- Privately escorted sightseeing
- Fully and privately escorted transfers
- Latest air-conditioned vehicles
Inclusions depend on the itinerary, but our core approach focuses on comfort and expert support throughout the journey.
- Air-conditioned transfers
- Licensed Egyptologist guides
- VIP immigration service for international arrivals and departures (by prior arrangement)
- Exclusive access opportunities like pre- and post-hours visits (subject to permission and surcharges)
Visa rules can change, so check the latest requirements with the nearest Egyptian Embassy/Consulate before travel.
- E-Visa: apply online before travel (typically valid for 30 days)
- Visa on Arrival: available at major Egyptian airports (cash USD/EUR; typically valid for 30 days)
- Pre-purchased visa: available at major airports (some providers can arrange in advance)
Common requirements: passport valid for at least 6 months, and supporting travel details may be requested.
Egypt’s local currency is the Egyptian Pound (£E). Local currency is useful for tipping and small purchases, while major cards are widely accepted in many places.
- Currency: Egyptian Pound (£E)
- Cash: helpful for tips and small buys
- Cards: Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted; American Express is accepted at leading hotels
Yes. Kaya Escapes is built on respect for the environment and the communities we visit, guided by sustainability and community cooperation.
- Straw to Paper: a community initiative involving special needs individuals, orphans, and widows working together
- Nile River Rescue: a community effort to collect and recycle plastic waste along the Nile to reduce pollution