6 Day Egypt Solo Traveler’s Timeless Trip

After having your breakfast at the hotel, you will be joined by your private tour guide who will take you on a timeless journey to explore the secrets of ancient Egypt on your second day. You will start by visiting one of the Seven Wonders of the World, starting with:

Giza Pyramids Complex

The Pyramids of Giza are a prime example of the ancient Egyptian pharaohs' belief in ascending to godhood after death. Built around 4,500 years ago, these monumental structures were constructed as sacred tombs, filled with everything the pharaohs would need to rule and live in the afterlife. The pyramids at Giza stand as a testament to the ingenuity and spiritual devotion of ancient Egyptian civilization.

The Great Pyramid of Giza

Pharaoh Khufu began this monumental project around 2550 BC, creating the first and largest pyramid at Giza, and it used to stand at 481 feet high on the plateau, but it has lost some height since its smooth outer stones have disappeared. The Great Pyramid is estimated to be made of 2.3 million stone blocks that weigh between 2.5 and 15 tons on average.

The Great Sphinx

The purpose of the Great Sphinx of Giza is still shrouded in mystery despite being one of the most amazing monuments of Ancient Egypt. The majority of experts believe that it was constructed around 2500 BC within the burial site of Khafre to protect his Pyramid and that the sphinx's face is thus a portrait of the 4th dynasty King.

The Valley Temple

The son of King Khufu, “the mighty King Khafre,” built the Valley temple of Khafre in ancient Egypt (2686 – 2134 BC) for the mummification process. The temple remained intact under the Giza desert sands until the 19th century, when it was uncovered.

Lunch Meal

Your lunch will be served at an amazing restaurant with a view of the Pyramids before witnessing:

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a wonderful exhibition that presents thousands of relics from the ancient Egyptian civilization, such as the treasures of Tutankhamun and the royal mummies. The museum also offers learning activities and great architecture that combines contemporary style with ancient Egyptian features.

Overnight

After enjoying your day in Giza, you will be transferred by private air-conditioned vehicle. to Cairo International Airport to catch your flight to Aswan. Upon your arrival, you will be taken to your hotel to check in for an overnight stay.

You will have your breakfast at your 5-star hotel before checking out, and then your private tour guide will pick you up in a modern vehicle to explore the beautiful city of Aswan, including:

Aswan High Dam

Aswan High Dam, built between 1960 and 1970, controls Nile flooding and droughts while generating hydroelectric power. It was designed to manage water more effectively, storing excess during floods and releasing it during droughts, while also providing electricity for Egypt.

Philae Temple

Philae Island, a sacred site since ancient times dedicated to the goddess Isis, was once home to the Philae Temple complex. The oldest structure of the complex is the Temple of Isis, built during the reign of Nectanebo I (380–362 BC), founder of the 30th Dynasty around the 4th century BC. The complex was expanded by many Greek, Roman, and Byzantine rulers.

Lunch Meal

Enjoy a tasty lunch at a local restaurant in Aswan, and after finishing, you will continue your solo tour by visiting:

The Nubian Village

The Nubian Village bursts with color and showcases a unique way of life. The Nubians, among the world’s most ancient peoples, date back to around 5000 BC. You can visit a Nubian home and learn about their traditions and customs, enjoy a meal with Nubian dishes and drinks, see crocodiles, camels, and other animals that live in the village, or shop for souvenirs and handicrafts made by the Nubian people.

Overnight

Then, you will be transferred to Aswan station, where you will take 1st first-class train to your luxury hotel in Luxor to check in for an overnight stay.

After breakfast at your hotel, your private guide will pick you up to explore Luxor’s East Bank gems, starting with

Karnak Temple

There is an old Egyptian temple complex that is called Karnak, where the city of Luxor stands now. The oldest piece of royal building that remains at Karnak Temple is part of a column from the time of “Wahankh Intef II” (2112-2063 BC). The magnificent temple started with Senusret I around 1971 BC and lasted for fifteen centuries up with thirty different pharaohs contributing to it.

Luxor Souq

Luxor Souq offers everything you need from fruits and fish to jewelry and fabrics, as well as perfumes and incense. The colors of the spices and dyes are a feast for the eyes.

Lunch Meal

You will have your tasty lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor before transferring to your hotel to relax. Evening, you will be transferred to witness:

Luxor Temple

Nighttime is an amazing time to visit Luxor Temple as you are taken back to the olden days. The temple is lit up by bright lights that make the stone look more vivid, it also shows off its features. You can sense the ancient atmosphere of this holy site where sacred prayers and events took place for millennia.

Overnight

Then, you will be taken to your hotel in Luxor for an overnight stay.

You will have your breakfast at the hotel before checking out, and then you will join your private tour guide for a solo tour of the West Bank of Luxor, such as:

The Valley of the Kings

Pharaohs of the New Kingdom (1570 – 1050 BC) were laid to rest in the magical Valley of the Kings. The valley has over 60 tombs, and they are decorated with vivid wall paintings and hieroglyphic inscriptions.. The Valley of the Kings is a rich source of history and a witness to the greatness of ancient Egypt.

Hatshepsut Temple

Senenmut, a loyal architect (1508–1458 BC), constructed the Temple of Hatshepsut following the design of King Mentuhotep II, but on a grander scale. The temple walls demonstrate beautiful carvings that show the heavenly origin of the Queen, her wars, her birth, and her offerings to the Gods.

Lunch Meal

Your delicious lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Luxor before visiting:

The Colossi of Memnon

The two giant statues that gaze at the rising sun from the east are located on the Nile's western shore. The Colossi of Memnon are made of quartzite sandstone and are 18 meters tall and 720 tons heavy each. They are called the Colossi of Memnon after a legendary Ethiopian king who died at the hands of Achilles in the Trojan War.

Overnight

After ending your solo traveler tour in Luxor, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport to catch your flight to Cairo for an overnight stay at your hotel.

You will have your breakfast at your hotel, then our representative will help you with the final check-out procedures to catch your International flight and end your solo tour in Egypt.