5-Day Cairo & Luxor Egypt Tour – Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Welcome to Egypt

Welcome to Cairo! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, your representative will meet you and assist with your transfer to your hotel.

After check-in, enjoy some time to relax after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the surrounding area or add an optional evening activity such as a Nile dinner cruise.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: According to arrival time

Day 2: Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum

After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin your Cairo sightseeing.

Visit the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, and the iconic Great Sphinx. Learn about the pharaohs, ancient engineering, and the mysteries surrounding these extraordinary monuments.

Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where you can explore an impressive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and gain a deeper understanding of Egypt's thousands of years of history.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3: Cairo to Luxor – East Bank

After an early breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor.

Upon arrival, meet your local Egyptologist guide and begin exploring Luxor's East Bank. Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple, one of the largest ancient religious complexes in the world.

Continue to Luxor Temple, famous for its impressive columns, statues, and ancient architecture.

After sightseeing, check in to your Luxor hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening.

Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 4: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple

After breakfast, cross the Nile to Luxor's West Bank and explore the legendary Valley of the Kings. Discover the ancient royal tombs carved into the desert mountains and learn about the burial traditions of Egypt's New Kingdom pharaohs.

Continue to the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut, built for one of ancient Egypt's most powerful female rulers.

Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues that once guarded the entrance to an ancient temple.

Enjoy lunch before returning to your hotel. The afternoon is free for relaxation or optional activities.

Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 5: Luxor to Cairo – Departure

Enjoy breakfast and check out from your hotel.

Depending on your departure time, you can enjoy some free time in Luxor or add an optional excursion, such as a hot-air balloon ride over Luxor or a visit to additional archaeological sites.

Transfer to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, your representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight, or to your hotel if you are extending your stay in Egypt.

Meals: Breakfast

Optional Add-ons

• Luxor hot-air balloon ride
• Felucca ride on the Nile
• Nile dinner cruise in Cairo
• Additional tombs in the Valley of the Kings
• Abu Simbel extension
• Extra nights in Cairo or Luxor

Included

• Meet and greet service at Cairo International Airport

• Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour

• 4 nights hotel accommodation

  • 2 nights in Cairo

  • 2 nights in Luxor

• Daily breakfast at the hotels

• Domestic flights Cairo – Luxor – Cairo

• Private airport transfers

• Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guides in Cairo and Luxor

• All sightseeing tours mentioned in the itinerary

• Entrance fees to all included attractions

• Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx

• Grand Egyptian Museum

• Karnak Temple

• Luxor Temple

• Valley of the Kings

• Temple of Hatshepsut

• Colossi of Memnon

• Lunches during sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary

• Bottled water during tours

• All applicable taxes and service charges
   

  Excluded

• International flights

• Egypt entry visa

• Entrance tickets to the interior of the pyramids

• Additional tombs or archaeological sites not mentioned in the itinerary

• Optional activities, such as the Luxor hot-air balloon ride

• Nile dinner cruise or felucca ride, unless specifically included

• Abu Simbel excursion

• Meals and drinks not mentioned under Included

• Personal expenses

• Shopping and souvenirs

• Tipping for guides, drivers, and hotel staff

• Travel insurance

• Additional hotel nights

• Early check-in or late check-out fees, if applicable

• Any services not specifically mentioned in the itinerary

• Any additional transportation requested outside the planned itinerary
   

  FAQ – 5-Day Cairo & Luxor Egypt Tour

  1. Is 5 days enough to visit Cairo and Luxor?

  Yes. A 5-day Egypt itinerary is a great way to combine the highlights of Cairo and Luxor. You can explore the Giza Pyramids and major Cairo attractions before traveling to Luxor to discover its famous temples and ancient tombs.

  2. What is included in the 5-day Cairo and Luxor tour?

  The standard package includes 4 nights of accommodation, daily breakfast, domestic Cairo–Luxor–Cairo flights, private transportation, professional Egyptologist guides, entrance fees, airport transfers, and sightseeing listed in the itinerary.

  3. What are the main attractions in Cairo?

  The itinerary includes the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin, Old Cairo, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar, depending on the selected itinerary.

  4. Is the Giza Pyramids tour included?

  Yes. You will visit the Giza Plateau, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, and the Great Sphinx.

  5. Is the Grand Egyptian Museum included?

  Yes. The Grand Egyptian Museum is included in the itinerary, subject to opening hours and ticket availability.

  6. How do I travel from Cairo to Luxor?

  The tour includes a domestic flight from Cairo to Luxor, providing a faster and more convenient way to travel between the two cities.

  7. What are the best places to visit in Luxor?

  The tour includes Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.

  8. Is the Valley of the Kings included?

  Yes. The Valley of the Kings is included, with entrance to the standard tombs permitted by the admission ticket.

  9. Can I visit Abu Simbel during this tour?

  Abu Simbel is not included in the standard 5-day itinerary. However, you can extend the tour or modify the itinerary to include Abu Simbel.

  10. Can I take a hot-air balloon ride in Luxor?

  Yes. A Luxor hot-air balloon ride can be arranged as an optional activity, usually early in the morning before sightseeing.

  11. Is accommodation included?

  Yes. The standard package includes 4 nights, with 2 nights in Cairo and 2 nights in Luxor.

  12. Are meals included?

  Daily breakfast is included, and lunches are included during sightseeing tours as specified in the itinerary. Other meals and drinks are not included unless stated.

  13. Is this a private Cairo and Luxor tour?

  Yes. The tour can be arranged as a private Egypt tour, with private transportation and dedicated Egyptologist guides.

  14. Can I customize the 5-day Egypt itinerary?

  Yes. You can customize the tour based on your travel dates, hotel category, flight schedule, sightseeing preferences, and number of travelers.

  15. Is the tour suitable for families?

  Yes. The Cairo and Luxor itinerary is suitable for families, couples, friends, and private groups. The schedule can be adjusted where possible to suit your group's needs.

  16. Can I add a Nile cruise to the tour?

  Yes. A multi-day Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan normally requires additional days. Alternatively, you can add a Nile dinner cruise or felucca ride as an optional experience.

  17. What is the best time to visit Cairo and Luxor?

  The cooler months from October to April are generally the most comfortable for sightseeing. Egypt can be visited throughout the year, but summer temperatures in Luxor can be very high.

  18. What should I bring on a Cairo and Luxor tour?

  Bring comfortable walking shoes, lightweight clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a camera. Modest clothing is recommended when visiting temples and religious sites.

  19. Is the Egypt visa included?

  No. The Egypt entry visa is not included in the standard tour price and is normally paid separately by the traveler.

  20. Is tipping included in the tour?

  No. Tipping is not included. It is optional but customary for guides, drivers, and other service staff.

  21. Can I extend my stay in Egypt?

  Yes. You can add extra nights in Cairo or Luxor or extend your trip to destinations such as Aswan, Abu Simbel, Alexandria, Hurghada, or Sharm El Sheikh.

  22. How can I book the 5-day Cairo and Luxor tour?

  Send us your preferred travel dates, number of travelers, hotel preference, and flight details. We can customize the itinerary and provide a quotation based on your requirements.

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