Egypt: 5-day highlights of Cairo & Luxor
Explore the highlights of Cairo and Luxor on this customizable 5-day trip to Egypt, and see some of the most famous and awe-inspiring sights in the world.
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, Old Coptic Cairo, and Khan Al Khalili in Islamic Cairo before traveling south to Luxor. See cultural sites such as Hatshepsut Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Luxor Temples to gain an understanding of the splendor of ancient Egypt.
Customize your itinerary with the help of our experienced local experts whose extensive knowledge will turn your trip into an unforgettable, unique experience.
Services
Included:
- 4 nights accommodation in double rooms
- 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches
- Private airport transfers in an air-conditioned car
- Free Wi-Fi onboard vehicles
- English-speaking guide on excursions
- Domestic flight Cairo-Luxor-Cairo
- Activities & admission fees to sites as per the itinerary
- Bottled water
- 30 minutes of local calling & loaned mobile phone
- Free travel insurance
- Service charges
- All applicable taxes
Excluded:
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Beverages with meals
Optional:
- Memphis and Sakkara Day Tour
- Al Tannoura Egyptian Heritage Dance Troupe Cairo
- Sound and Light Show
- Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise & Show
- Felucca Ride on the Nile
- Tour to Pharaonic Village
- Hot Air Balloon Ride
Itinerary at a Glance
Cairo
The land of the pharaohs
Cairo - Giza
Majestic Cairo
Cairo - Luxor
Luxor's Valley of the Kings
Luxor - Cairo
The temples of Karnak and Luxor
Cairo
Farewell, Cairo
Detailed Itinerary
Cairo
Day 1: The land of the pharaohs
Upon arrival in the land of the pharaohs, your first stop will be the vibrant metropolis of Cairo. Egypt's capital is a true global hub waiting to be explored.
At the airport, our friendly representative will welcome you and escort you to the hotel in an exclusive air-conditioned car. Once there, you will review your holiday itinerary with your tour manager over a delicious drink. This is to ensure everything is just the way you want it to be for your perfect Egyptian holiday.
Step outside into the charming bustle that is Cairo and explore this mega city on your own or relax in the hotel.
Cairo - Giza
Day 2: Majestic Cairo
Get ready for the charm of Pharaonic Egypt with a visit to the famous Giza Plateau with its legendary Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus.
Your trip would not be complete without a visit to the Plateau, hosting the famous Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant to recharge.
Next, continue your journey to the Egyptian Museum to learn more about the rulers of this ancient civilization, including the legendary Tutankhamen.You will also explore Coptic Cairo with its famous Hanging Church.
Your final stop is Islamic Cairo. Here, you'll visit historical sites in the center of Old Cairo to modern Cairo's old bazaar, Khan El Khalili, offering you opportunities to buy souvenirs and feel the pulse of authentic Cairo.
Cairo - Luxor
Day 3: Luxor's Valley of the Kings
It is time to leave Cairo and discover more of Egypt's charm. After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your Egypt Air flight to Luxor where you will be assisted and taken to your hotel to check in.
Go on an excursion to the Valley of the Kings where you will find the elaborately decorated tombs of 62 Pharaohs on the west bank of Luxor. Many royal figures of Egypt's New Kingdom lay buried here. The city has been the principal burial site of royalty for five centuries.
One of the most prominent structures is the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built in the 15th century BCE. It is testimony to one of the world's first and most impressive female rulers. The valley is home to the Colossi of Memnon, two towering testimonial stone statues.
Luxor - Cairo
Day 4: The temples of Karnak and Luxor
Today you'll visit the world's greatest open air museum known as the terrific temples of Karnak and Luxor. Situated in the middle of the city of Luxor, this vast area is home to many impressive temples, obelisks and chapels, giving you insight into ancient times.
A quick flight with EgyptAir will bring you back to Cairo where you will be met at the airport and taken to the hotel.
Cairo
Day 5: Farewell, Cairo
Before you know it, your last day in enchanting Egypt is upon you. You will return home with memories of the country's history, culture, the pharaohs and their ancient civilization.
You will be transferred to the airport in time for your return flight, your head and heart filled with fantastic impressions.
