Planning your first trip to Egypt can feel overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to be.

Let me make it easy for you.

This 7-day Egypt tour is thoughtfully designed to cover all the essential sights — from the majestic pyramids of Giza to the temples of Luxor and the beauty of the Nile.  I’ll also give you expert guidance on choosing the right accommodation, so your trip is as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

BASIC 7-DAY PHARAONIC TOUR PACKAGE

You’ll have your own private guide and driver every day, with door-to-door pickup and drop-off.

2 Days of Sightseeing in Cairo:

  • Giza Plateau – Great Pyramid, Sphinx, Valley Temple, and the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).

  • Saqqara Complex + one more site of your choice from my Cairo tours list.

3 Days of Sightseeing in Luxor:

2-Day Overland Trip to Aswan:

  • Luxor to Aswan with stops at Esna, Edfu & Kom Ombo

  • Morning visit to the Temple of Isis on Philae Island

What’s Included

  • Private guide, driver & all transfers between sites

  • Entry tickets to every site on the itinerary

  • Travel permits

  • Transfer from Luxor to Aswan

Not Included:

🏨 Accommodation Advice

Where you stay can make or break your Egyptian holiday.  Read why Where to Stay in Luxor

In my 20+ years living in Egypt, I’ve seen it all. Even with a great tour guide, a bad hotel can ruin your day. Prioritize:

  1. Good food

  2. Reliable service

  3. Cleanliness & comfort (aesthetic is a bonus)

In Luxor, I recommend my own boutique guesthouse, Mara House Luxor, for a unique and welcoming experience. I’m happy to help you choose hotels in Cairo and Aswan that match your needs.

Want luxury? I can also arrange a 4-night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan — approx. €225 pp/night with full board.

Optional Add-Ons

Abu Simbel Tour (from Aswan)

Not included in the base package due to the long travel time (10 hours round trip). Available upon request.

Extra Tours in Cairo

Add these at the start or end of your trip. Combine 2+ sites per day for better value:

Want Private Time in a Monument?

Yes, I can arrange private access to iconic monuments:

  • 2 hours inside the Great Pyramid of Giza

  • Private visit inside the Sphinx enclosure

  • Private visit to the Osirion at Abydos

Note: These are not regular private tours — they are exclusive after-hours experiences (US$1,000–$2,000 pp).  You can also join one of my group tours to split the cost.  Read Private Time/Visit .v. Private Tour

Ready to plan your dream trip?

Email me directly: maraegypt@gmail.com

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Mara - Mara House Luxor

Meet Mara

Hi, I’m Mara — the heart behind Mara House Luxor.
Over twenty years ago, I came to Egypt on an ordinary tour. It was enjoyable… but while it was not a deep, soul-stirring journey, I felt like I had come home. So I returned — and over time I created the kind of memorable experiences for you that I should have had first time.

What makes me different?
I don’t just want you to see Egypt — I want you to feel it, but even I am still learning. Through my blog and in person, I tell the stories behind the stones, so you can imagine the real people who once lived here, walked these temple floors, and shaped this extraordinary land. No made-up tales, no polished-over legends — just truth, heart, and a little magic.

Together with my small Egyptian team, I create honest, personal, unforgettable journeys — whether you’re here for a few days at Mara House or travelling across the country with us.

If you’d like help planning a meaningful and worry-free stay in Egypt, just drop me an email — I respond personally:
📧 maraegypt@gmail.com