5-Day Tour in Cairo and Luxor

Overview

Itinerary

1. Arrival and pickup in Cairo

2. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, your dedicated local guide will coordinate your seamless pickup. Relax in a comfortable private vehicle as you are transferred directly to your hotel for a smooth start to your Egyptian adventure.

3. Overnight stay at Cairo

4. Explore the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and the Grand Egyptian Museum

5. Begin your first full day of exploration with a visit to the iconic Giza Pyramids. Stand in the shadow of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, along with the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, while your expert guide brings the history and mysteries of these ancient wonders to life.

6. Stand face-to-face with the colossal Great Sphinx of Giza. Your expert guide will share the fascinating history and mysteries of this 4,500-year-old guardian of the desert while you capture unforgettable photographs.

7. Explore the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum, the world's largest archaeological museum. Marvel at the complete, newly displayed treasures of King Tutankhamun, stand before colossal royal statues on the Grand Staircase, and discover thousands of years of ancient history.

8. Wrap up your incredible day of sightseeing with a smooth transfer back to your hotel, giving you the evening to relax and recharge for tomorrow's adventure.

10. Overnight stay at Cairo

11. Fly to Luxor, then start your adventure exploring the Karnak and Luxor temples

12. Fly south to Luxor, the ancient capital of the New Kingdom and the world's greatest open-air museum. Upon landing, your guide will transfer you to your hotel before beginning your exploration of Upper Egypt's timeless wonders.

13. Explore the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built. Wander through the breathtaking Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive columns, stroll along the Sacred Lake, and discover 4,000 years of history with your expert guide.

14. Explore historic Luxor Temple, marvel at the colossal statues of Ramesses II, and watch evening floodlights illuminate this iconic Nile landmark.

15. After an exciting day filled with adventure, return to your hotel to relax, unwind, and recharge for another incredible journey tomorrow.

17. Overnight stay at Luxor

18. Treasures of the West Bank: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple & Colossi of Memnon

19. Explore the Valley of the Kings on Luxor's West Bank, descending into elaborately decorated royal tombs adorned with vibrant 3,000-year-old hieroglyphics and wall reliefs while your guide shares the fascinating histories of Egypt's legendary pharaohs.

20. Discover the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a breathtaking 3,500-year-old mortuary temple carved into the golden cliffs of the Theban Mountain, and hear your guide share the fascinating story of Egypt's most powerful female pharaoh.

21. Stand before the iconic Colossi of Memnon, two towering 3,400-year-old stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that once guarded ancient Egypt's largest mortuary temple. As you take in these 18-meter-high figures on the Luxor plain, your expert guide will share fascinating stories of the ancient tourists who flocked here to hear one of the statues mysteriously "sing" at sunrise.

22. Conclude your Luxor adventure with a transfer to the airport for your flight back to Cairo. Arrive in Cairo and transfer comfortably to your hotel for your final night.

24. Overnight stay at Cairo

25. Departure

26. Enjoy a leisurely final breakfast at your hotel to reflect on your incredible four-day journey through Egypt's ancient wonders. Afterward, your dedicated guide and private vehicle will assist you with check-out and provide a seamless, stress-free transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure.

Know before you go

• Stroller / pram accessible
• Public transportation is nearby
• Infant seats available

Pickup, meeting point & start times