Egypt for First-Timers – 6 nights Cairo and Luxor

This is my ice breaker tour for first timers to Egypt.  It is an expertly designed introductory tour of Egypt’s pharoanic sites in Cairo and Luxor.

Basically it’s a “Click & Collect” offer.  No changes.  Email me maraegypt@gmail.com to take you through the pricing levels and the booking procedure.

Who Is This For?

  • the traveler on limited time,
  • on a budget,
  • who wants to see Egypt without the hassle and the uncertainty of being in a foreign country where you don’t speak the language and the customs are different.
  • maybe wants an extended week-end break somewhere new and exciting.
  • maybe Egypt is on the “bucket list” but they are overwhelmed by the huge number of sites and information overload on the internet and so
  • wants to do a short time initially before committing to something longer.

Cairo · Luxor 

Temple and Monument Information – follow the links

Available Any Dates.

However the offer at a cost of €2100 per person is limited places on certain dates.  Advance booking secures this price.  Late enquiries may see a higher price.

What’s Included

  • 6 nights hotel accommodation incl breakfast – 3 in Cairo, 3 in Luxor,
  • 5 days touring
  • 2 internal flights
  • Licensed Egyptologist guide throughout.  All site entry tickets and permits to sites detailed in itinerary
  • Private, air-conditioned ground transport
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 7 days enough for Egypt?
Of course not – Egypt has an inexhaustible array of interesting sights to see and things to experience. But yes – for a first visit, 7 days is an excellent introduction. This itinerary focuses on Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan at a comfortable pace, without trying to do too much.  Many of my clients choose to extend their visit once they see how much more there is.  Read the longer answer here

Do I need domestic flights?
Yes.  A short return domestic flight from Cairo – Luxor -Cairo is the most efficient use of time.  They are included in the package

Is a Nile cruise better than travelling overland?
That is my Tier 2 trip. It depends on your travel style.  Overland travel allows more flexibility and can give you extra sightseeing time elsewhere, while a Nile cruise offers ease and scenery.  If cruising, I only recommend the Luxor to Aswan direction.

Can I avoid shopping stops?
Absolutely.  I design my itineraries without forced shopping stops.  If you choose to visit a workshop or market, it’s because you’ve asked to because you want to buy specific items – not because it’s built into the day.

Can private after-hours visits be arranged?
Yes.  Subject to availability and permits, I can arrange private, after-hours access to sites such as the Great Pyramid, the Sphinx enclosure, closed tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the Osirion at Abydos.

Can I choose my own hotel?
Yes, I can upgrade to any standard hotel you prefer and work with any loyalty programmes you are enrolled with.

Can this itinerary be customised?
No – this is strictly a “click & collect tour” for any dates you wish.  But you can contact me and request an itinerary using this as your starting base.

If this is a fit for you – just answer the questions below and I will guide you through the booking and payment procedures.

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Last updated on 29 October 2026