Egypt · Archaeology

5-Day Egypt Pyramids and Luxor Tour with Domestic Flights

5 Days Round trip from Cairo Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx in Cairo
02 Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza pyramid complex
03 Discover Luxor's ancient wonders, including the Valley of the Kings
04 Tour Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple with an expert guide

Embark on a 5-day journey through the wonders of Egypt, from Cairo to Luxor and back. Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, the iconic Sphinx, and the Grand Egyptian Museum before flying south to explore Luxor's ancient treasures, including the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple. With private guided tours, domestic flights, and included accommodation, this itinerary offers a seamless way to experience Egypt's timeless splendour.

Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, the iconic Sphinx, and the Grand Egyptian Museum before flying south to explore Luxor's ancient treasures, including the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Cities Cairo, Giza, Luxor

Languages Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Cairo and Hotel Check-in

Your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport with arrival procedures, then escort you to your hotel in Cairo in an air-conditioned deluxe vehicle.
At the hotel, your tour manager will assist with a smooth check-in and review your vacation itinerary to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour.

Overnight in Cairo.

Day 02

Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Grand Egyptian Museum

After enjoying a delicious wholesome breakfast at your hotel, your personal guide will take you to the Giza Plateau to begin your journey by marveling at one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramids of Giza.
Visit the iconic Sphinx and the Valley Temple.
After your pyramid visit, you'll go for lunch at an authentic Egyptian restaurant and then head to the New Grand Egyptian Museum, also known as the Giza Museum, an archaeological museum in Giza, Egypt, about 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) from the Giza pyramid complex.
The GEM Complex is currently offering limited access to test site readiness and the visitor experience ahead of the official opening.
Admission is currently limited to the Main Galleries, Grand Hall, Grand Staircase, commercial area, and exterior gardens. Return to your hotel afterward.

Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).

Day 03

Flight to Luxor and Valley of the Kings Tour

After breakfast, you'll check out from the hotel in the morning and transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will be taken to your hotel to check in.
You'll then proceed to visit the Royal Cemetery for 62 Pharaohs, the Valley of the Kings, followed by the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by the architects of the New Kingdom during the 15th century BC.
Continue on to the Colossi of Memnon. You will then transfer to your hotel in Luxor for an overnight stay.
An optional trip to the sound and light show at Karnak Temples is available.

Overnight in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Visits: Luxor, Royal Cemetery, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon.

*Flight Time Approx: Cairo to Luxor 06:00 - 07:00

Day 04

Karnak and Luxor Temples with Return Flight to Cairo

After breakfast, you'll explore the towering Karnak Temple and the famed Luxor Temple.
After your temple visits, you will be driven to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo, where you will be met and assisted at the airport and then taken to your hotel.

Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Visits: Karnak Temples, Luxor Temple.

Flight Time Approx: Luxor to Cairo 22:00 - 23:00

Day 05

Departure from Cairo

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, after which you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for departure.

Meals: Breakfast.

Where this trip takes you

Great Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Valley of the Kings

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Cairo 3 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Meet-and-greet service by our representatives upon your airport arrival
Assistance with guest relations during your stay
All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
Domestic flights (Cairo / Luxor / Cairo)
Accommodation in Cairo for 3 nights, including daily breakfast
Accommodation in Luxor for 1 night, including daily breakfast
All sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary (private tours)
Local English-speaking tour guide
Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
All meals mentioned in the itinerary
Bottled water during outings outside the hotel
Portage as needed
All service charges and taxes

What's Not Included

Any optional tours

Know before you go

Spend 5 days exploring the attractions of Cairo and Luxor. On private guided tours, you will start your trip in Cairo, where you visit the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx.

Then, head south in Egypt to tour the city of Luxor. In Luxor, you will discover the wonders of ancient Egyptian civilization and see the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple.

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