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Signature packages - 4 Days/3 Nights · Budget package
Explore Cairo, the Giza Pyramids and Abu Simbel on a private 4-day Egypt budget tour with 4-star hotels, domestic flights, guided sightseeing and meals.
Duration
4 Days/3 Nights
Route
Giza, Cairo, Abu Simbel
Private party
Private, tailored to your party
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Giza, Cairo, Abu Simbel
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Enjoy an evening Nile Dinner Cruise in Cairo.
Explore the Giza Pyramids Complex, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu.
See the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple of Khafre.
Discover ancient Egyptian treasures at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir.
Visit the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari.
Experience Cairo and Abu Simbel in one compact 4-day Egypt itinerary.
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Cairo International Airport
Budget Tour
Egypt
• A compact 4 day Egypt budget tour covering major highlights in Cairo and Abu Simbel. • Private guided sightseeing with a professional Egyptologist tour guide. • Comfortable 4-star accommodation in Cairo and Aswan. • Domestic flights between Cairo and Aswan to make the most of your limited time. • An early-morning road journey from Aswan to Abu Simbel by air-conditioned vehicle. • A practical balance of cost, comfort, and essential sightseeing for travellers looking for an affordable Egypt tour.
• Comfortable walking shoes for sightseeing at the pyramids, museums, and temples. • Lightweight clothing for warm daytime weather. • A light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings and early-morning departures. • Sunhat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for sun protection. • A valid passport with at least six months of validity. • Camera or smartphone for photos. • Any personal medications you may need during the trip.
Before your 4 Days Cairo & Abu Simbel Budget Tour, we recommend visiting our blog and reading our Egypt travel tips, what to wear guide, and safety advice to help you prepare for a smooth and comfortable journey.
4★ Hotels Cairo: Barcelo Cairo Pyramids – Triumph Plaza Hotel or similar. Aswan: Citymax Aswan – Basma Hotel – Obelisk Nile Hotel or similar. Per Person | May to September | October to April 5-8 Persons | $645 | $680 2-4 Persons | $755 | $790 Single | $1075 | $1130 5★ Hotels Cairo: Steigenberger Pyramids – Movenpick Media City – Ramses Hilton – Hilton Pyramids Golf – Marriott Le Meridien Cairo Airport or similar. Aswan: Tolip Hotel Aswan or similar. Per Person | May to September | October to April 5-8 Persons | $700 | $770 2-4 Persons | $815 | $880 Single | $1175 | $1285 5★ Luxury Hotels Cairo: Hyatt Regency Cairo West – Four Seasons First Residence – Hilton Conrad – Triumph Luxury or similar. Aswan: Movenpick Hotel Aswan or similar. Per Person | May to September | October to April 5-8 Persons | $850 | $930 2-4 Persons | $960 | $1050 Single | $1420 | $1560 5★ Ultra Luxury Hotels: Cairo: Marriott Mena House – Four Seasons at Nile Plaza – Nile Ritz Carlton – St Regis Cairo or similar. Aswan: Sofitel Legend Old Cataract or similar. Rates for 5★ Ultra Luxury Hotels are available upon request. Note: Prices may vary during Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays. Please contact us for the exact rate based on your travel date.
Camel Ride: Experience a memorable camel ride around the iconic Giza Pyramids, blending adventure with breathtaking views. Access to the Great Pyramid of Cheops: Take a mesmerizing tour to discover the treasures inside the largest structure of the Giza Plateau. Please Note: Optional activities are not included in the tour price and can be added upon request.
Yes. The sightseeing and transfers included in the tour are arranged privately with an Egyptologist guide and air-conditioned vehicle.
Yes. Round-trip domestic flights between Cairo and Aswan are included in the package.
You will travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel by air-conditioned vehicle and return to Aswan after visiting the temples. Abu Simbel is not reached by domestic flight on this itinerary.
The tour includes two nights at a 4-star hotel in Cairo and one night at a 4-star hotel in Aswan, with breakfast included.
Yes. Entrance fees to the sightseeing sites mentioned in the itinerary are included in the tour package.
Four days is a compact schedule, but the itinerary is designed to cover the major highlights efficiently, including the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, a Nile Dinner Cruise, and the Abu Simbel Temples.
Yes. This Cairo and Abu Simbel budget tour focuses on the main sightseeing experiences while using comfortable 4-star accommodation and an efficient itinerary, making it a practical choice for travellers who want to experience major Egyptian landmarks while keeping the overall trip cost under control.
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Prices are starting estimates and can vary by travel date, party size, hotel or cruise category, seasonal supplements, and availability. Viator Travel confirms the final rate in writing before booking.
Hotels, cruises, domestic flights, guides, transfers, and optional activities remain subject to availability until they are confirmed in your Viator Travel proposal.
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