4-Day Cairo, Luxor & Alexandria Tour from Cairo – Itinerary

Day 1: Cairo – Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum

Your 4-day Egypt tour from Cairo begins with pickup from your hotel in Cairo. Meet your private Egyptologist guide and start your sightseeing at the Giza Plateau.

Explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, and the legendary Great Sphinx. Enjoy time for photos and learn about the history and construction of these extraordinary monuments.

Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where you can discover an impressive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and learn more about the civilization of the pharaohs.

Return to your Cairo hotel for the evening.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

Day 2: Luxor – Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple

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

Upon arrival, meet your local Egyptologist guide and begin your Luxor sightseeing tour. Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple, one of the largest ancient religious complexes in the world.

Continue to Luxor Temple, located on the East Bank of the Nile. Admire its impressive columns, statues, and ancient architecture.

After the tour, transfer to Luxor Airport for your return flight to Cairo.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Cairo – Alexandria Day Trip

After breakfast, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Cairo to Alexandria, Egypt's historic Mediterranean city.

Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of Alexandria's most important archaeological sites, followed by Pompey's Pillar.

Continue to the Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the Mediterranean coast in the area associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Enjoy time to see the Mediterranean Sea and explore the surrounding area.

Depending on your schedule, visit the exterior or surrounding area of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant.

Return to Cairo in the evening.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & lunch

Day 4: Cairo – Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple

For the final day, travel to Luxor again by domestic flight for a West Bank sightseeing tour. Visit the famous Valley of the Kings, where many pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried.

Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, built for one of Egypt's most famous female rulers. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues that once stood at the entrance to an ancient temple.

After sightseeing, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, your representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport or your hotel according to your onward travel plans.

Meals: Breakfast

Important: This is an intensive 4-day itinerary combining Cairo, Luxor, and Alexandria. The Luxor visits require domestic flights from Cairo, making the schedule more efficient than traveling by road. Flight schedules can affect the exact sightseeing order.
 

Included

• Meet and greet service at Cairo International Airport

• Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour

• 3 nights accommodation in a Cairo hotel, including breakfast

• Domestic flights: Cairo – Luxor – Cairo as required by the itinerary

• Private transfers to and from airports

• Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guides in Cairo, Luxor, and Alexandria

• All sightseeing tours mentioned in the itinerary

• Entrance fees to all included attractions

• Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx visit

• Grand Egyptian Museum visit

• Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple visits

• Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut visits

• Colossi of Memnon visit

• Alexandria sightseeing, including the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, and Citadel of Qaitbay

• Lunch during the Alexandria day trip

• Bottled water during sightseeing tours

• All applicable taxes and service charges

Excluded

• International flights

• Egypt entry visa

• Entrance tickets to the interior of the pyramids or additional tombs

• Any optional tours or activities

• Meals and drinks not mentioned under Included

• Personal expenses

• Shopping expenses

• Tipping for guides, drivers, and other service staff

• Travel insurance

• Any additional hotel nights

• Any services not specifically mentioned in the itinerary

• Domestic flights if the traveler chooses alternative transportation or a different arrangement

1. What destinations are included in this 4-day Egypt tour?

This itinerary combines Cairo, Giza, Luxor, and Alexandria, allowing you to experience ancient Egyptian monuments, famous temples, royal tombs, and the Mediterranean coast in just four days.

2. Is this a private Egypt tour from Cairo?

Yes. The tour can be arranged as a private tour from Cairo, with private transportation and professional Egyptologist guides.

3. What will I see in Cairo?

You will visit the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, and Grand Egyptian Museum, with additional Cairo sightseeing available depending on your schedule.

4. Does the tour include the Giza Pyramids?

Yes. The tour includes the Giza Plateau, where you can see the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, and the Great Sphinx.

5. Is the Grand Egyptian Museum included?

Yes. The itinerary includes a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum, subject to opening hours and ticket availability.

6. How do I travel from Cairo to Luxor?

The standard itinerary uses domestic flights between Cairo and Luxor to save travel time and make it possible to visit Luxor during a short 4-day trip.

7. What attractions are included in Luxor?

The Luxor portion 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. You will visit the Valley of the Kings and have the opportunity to explore the designated tombs included with your entrance ticket.

9. Is Alexandria a day trip from Cairo?

Yes. Alexandria is visited as a full-day private excursion from Cairo, with transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle.

10. What can I see in Alexandria?

The itinerary includes the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, and Citadel of Qaitbay. The Bibliotheca Alexandrina area can also be visited depending on the schedule.

11. Are domestic flights included?

Yes, the standard package includes the domestic Cairo–Luxor–Cairo flights required for the itinerary.

12. How many nights will I stay in Cairo?

The standard itinerary includes 3 nights of accommodation in Cairo.

13. Are meals included?

Breakfast at the Cairo hotel is included. Lunch is included during the Alexandria day trip. Other meals and drinks are not included unless specifically stated.

14. Can I customize the 4-day itinerary?

Yes. The itinerary can be customized according to your flight schedule, interests, hotel preferences, and available time.

15. Is this itinerary suitable for families?

Yes. The tour is suitable for families, couples, friends, and private groups. The sightseeing schedule can be adjusted where possible to make the experience more comfortable.

16. Can I add Abu Simbel to this tour?

Abu Simbel is not normally included because of the short duration and the itinerary focuses on Cairo, Luxor, and Alexandria. If you want to visit Abu Simbel, we recommend extending the trip.

17. Can I enter the pyramids or additional tombs?

Yes. Additional entrance tickets for the interior of the pyramids and selected tombs can be purchased separately, depending on availability.

18. What is the best time for this Egypt tour?

The cooler months from October to April are generally considered the most comfortable for sightseeing, although Egypt can be visited year-round.

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 travelers.

20. How can I book the 4-day Cairo, Luxor and Alexandria tour?

To book, provide your preferred travel dates, number of travelers, hotel category, and flight details. The itinerary and transportation can then be arranged according to your requirements.