5-Day Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Alexandria & Red Sea Itinerary

Day 1: Cairo & Giza – Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum

Arrive in Cairo, where your representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.

After check-in, begin your Cairo sightseeing with a visit to the Giza Plateau. Explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, and the legendary Great Sphinx.

Continue to the Egyptian Museum, home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and royal treasures.

Return to your hotel for overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Cairo

Day 2: Cairo – Alexandria – Cairo

After breakfast, depart by private air-conditioned vehicle for Alexandria, Egypt's historic Mediterranean city.

Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an impressive underground necropolis combining Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architectural influences.

Continue to Pompey's Pillar, one of Alexandria's best-known ancient monuments.

Visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, a historic fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, built on the site traditionally associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.

Enjoy some time to experience Alexandria's Mediterranean atmosphere before returning to Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Cairo

Day 3: Cairo – Luxor – East & West Banks

Start early with a domestic flight from Cairo to Luxor.

Upon arrival, meet your Egyptologist guide and begin exploring the ancient city of Luxor.

Visit Karnak Temple, one of the largest temple complexes in ancient Egypt, followed by Luxor Temple.

Continue to Luxor's West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of ancient Egyptian pharaohs were carved into the mountains.

Visit the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and stop at the Colossi of Memnon.

After sightseeing, transfer to your hotel or continue according to your selected Red Sea arrangements.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Luxor or Red Sea resort, depending on the selected package

Day 4: Luxor – Red Sea

After breakfast, travel from Luxor toward the Red Sea coast.

Arrive at your resort and enjoy free time to relax beside the sea. Depending on your chosen package, you can enjoy optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, boat trips, or other water activities.

Spend the evening relaxing at the resort.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Red Sea resort

Day 5: Red Sea – Cairo / Departure

Enjoy breakfast at your Red Sea resort and spend some free time by the beach, depending on your departure schedule.

Transfer to the appropriate airport for your return journey. Depending on your flight arrangements, you may travel back to Cairo for your international departure.

Meals: Breakfast
End of the Tour

Important Tour Notes

• This is a fast-paced 5-day Egypt itinerary designed to cover several major destinations in limited time.

• The exact Red Sea destination can be arranged according to the selected package, with Hurghada being a practical option.

• Domestic flights are recommended for saving travel time.

• The order of sightseeing may change according to flight schedules, attraction opening times, and local operating conditions.

• The tour can be customized with upgraded hotels, private sightseeing, additional activities, or extra nights.
   

  What's Included

• Meet and greet service at Cairo Airport

• Private transfers throughout the tour in comfortable air-conditioned vehicles

• Accommodation in Cairo according to the selected hotel category

• Accommodation in Luxor according to the selected package

• Red Sea resort accommodation according to the selected package

• Daily breakfast at the hotels

• Domestic flight from Cairo to Luxor

• Return transportation from Luxor to the Red Sea

• Transportation between the Red Sea and Cairo/airport according to the selected program

• Full-day private tour to Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx

• Visit to the Egyptian Museum

• Full-day trip to Alexandria

• Visit to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

• Visit to Pompey's Pillar

• Visit to the Citadel of Qaitbay

• Full sightseeing tour of Luxor

• Visit to Karnak Temple

• Visit to Luxor Temple

• Visit to the Valley of the Kings

• Visit to Hatshepsut Temple

• Visit to the Colossi of Memnon

• Red Sea beach and leisure time

• Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide during sightseeing

• Entrance fees to the archaeological sites mentioned in the itinerary

• Bottled water during sightseeing tours

• All applicable taxes and service charges

• What's Excluded

• International flights

• Egypt entry visa

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Meals and drinks not specifically mentioned in the itinerary

• Drinks at hotels and restaurants

• Optional Red Sea activities such as snorkeling, diving, boat trips, and water sports

• Entrance inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu

• Additional tombs in the Valley of the Kings

• Any optional sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary

• Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff

• Wi-Fi and laundry services

• Early check-in or late check-out

• Extra hotel nights

• Any increase in domestic flight costs after booking, if applicable

• Any services not specifically listed under What's Included
  
   

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  Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is included in the 5 Days Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Alexandria and Red Sea Tour?

  This 5-day Egypt tour includes visits to the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Luxor temples and tombs, Alexandria's historic attractions, and the Red Sea. Accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, and guide services are included according to the selected package.

  2. Is 5 days enough to visit Cairo, Luxor, Alexandria and the Red Sea?

  Yes. The itinerary is designed as a fast-paced 5-day Egypt tour for travelers who want to experience several of Egypt's most important destinations in a limited amount of time.

  3. Does the tour include the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx?

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

  4. What are the main attractions in Luxor?

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

  5. What can I see in Alexandria?

  The Alexandria day trip can include the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, and the Citadel of Qaitbay, along with time to enjoy the Mediterranean atmosphere.

  6. Which Red Sea destination is included?

  The Red Sea portion can be arranged in Hurghada or another suitable coastal destination, depending on your selected package and travel arrangements.

  7. Are Red Sea activities included in the tour?

  Relaxing at the resort and enjoying the beach are included according to the hotel package. Snorkeling, diving, boat trips, and water sports are usually optional activities.

  8. How do I travel between Cairo and Luxor?

  A domestic flight from Cairo to Luxor can be included to save valuable time during the 5-day itinerary.

  9. Is transportation included throughout the tour?

  Yes. Private or comfortable air-conditioned transportation is provided for the included transfers and sightseeing according to the selected package.

  10. Is a professional Egyptologist guide included?

  Yes. A professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide accompanies the included sightseeing tours.

  11. Are entrance fees included?

  Entrance fees for the archaeological attractions listed in the itinerary are generally included. Optional attractions may require additional fees.

  12. Is accommodation included?

  Yes. The package includes hotel or resort accommodation in Cairo, Luxor, and the Red Sea, based on the selected category.

  13. Are meals included?

  Daily breakfast is generally included. Lunch and dinner depend on the selected package and can be added if required.

  14. Is the Egypt visa included?

  The Egypt entry visa is generally not included unless specifically stated in the booking package.

  15. Can I customize this 5-day Egypt tour?

  Yes. The itinerary can be customized with upgraded hotels, private tours, different transportation options, additional activities, or extra nights.

  16. What is the best time to take this Egypt tour?

  The most comfortable period for sightseeing is generally October to April. The Red Sea is also a popular destination throughout much of the year.

  17. Is this tour suitable for first-time visitors to Egypt?

  Yes. It provides a broad introduction to Egypt by combining ancient monuments, historical cities, Mediterranean attractions, and Red Sea relaxation.

  18. Why choose a 5-day Cairo, Luxor, Alexandria and Red Sea tour?

  It is an efficient option for travelers with limited time who want to see several of Egypt's major highlights in one trip, including the Pyramids, Luxor's ancient temples, Alexandria, and the Red Sea.
   

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