5 Day Cairo and Luxor Tour Package with Flights

Schedule: Daily

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights

Tour Highlights

Arrive in Cairo with a private airport transfer on your first day. On Day 2, tour the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities and the Great Pyramids of Giza. On Day 3, take a domestic flight to Luxor to explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple along the East Bank. On Day 4, discover the Theban Necropolis on Luxor’s West Bank—including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon—before flying back to Cairo. Conclude your journey with an airport departure transfer on the final day.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met by our Ramasside Tours representative holding a personalized sign. Enjoy a private transfer in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: The Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum

Breakfast at the hotel. Begin your tour with a visit to the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Tahrir Square. The museum houses an extraordinary collection spanning 5,000 years of civilization, recognized as the world's largest collection of pharaonic artifacts. Explore over 250,000 authentic antiquities, including the treasures, gold regalia, and jewelry of King Tutankhamun, which remained sealed in his tomb for more than 3,500 years before their discovery in the 1920s.

Next, proceed to the Giza Plateau to behold the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest stone pyramid ever erected. Continue to the Great Sphinx, the monumental sculpture featuring a lion’s body and the pharaonic face of King Khafre. At the end of the excursion, return to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 3: Flight to Luxor – East Bank Temples

Breakfast at the hotel. Private transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor. Upon landing, transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Begin your guided exploration of Luxor’s East Bank with a private English-speaking Egyptologist. Visit Karnak Temple, the largest cult complex in history, dedicated to Amun, his consort Mut, and their son Khonsu, constructed from the Middle Kingdom through the Greco-Roman period.

Proceed to Luxor Temple, initiated by Amenhotep III during the 18th Dynasty and completed by Ramesses II in the 19th Dynasty. Ramesses II, who ruled Egypt for nearly 67 years, dedicated the sanctuary to Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu, representing the Theban Triad. View the massive granite obelisk of Ramesses II standing before the entrance pylon. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 4: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings – Flight to Cairo

Breakfast at the hotel. Meet your guide for an excursion across the Nile to Luxor’s West Bank.

Begin at the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of New Kingdom pharaohs, featuring the tombs of Thutmose I, Thutmose III, Tutankhamun, Ramesses VI, Merneptah, and Amenhotep II.

Continue to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, dedicated to Egypt’s prominent female pharaoh who ruled for approximately two decades during the 18th Dynasty (c. 1490–1469 BC). Stop before the Colossi of Memnon, two massive quartzite statues representing Amenhotep III.

Transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 5: Final Departure

Breakfast at the hotel. Private transfer to Cairo International Airport with assistance through departure and boarding formalities.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

• 3 Nights accommodation at a 5-Star hotel in Cairo (Bed & Breakfast)
• 1 Night accommodation at a 5-Star hotel in Luxor (Bed & Breakfast)
• All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
• Full-day Cairo Tour: The Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum
• Guided tour of Luxor's East Bank (Karnak and Luxor Temples)
• Guided tour of Luxor's West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Colossi of Memnon)
• Professional licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guide
• Entrance tickets to all mentioned archaeological sites
• All service charges and taxes
• Domestic flights: Cairo / Luxor / Cairo

Exclusions

• International flight tickets
• Entry visa to Egypt (obtainable upon arrival)
• Personal expenses and beverages
• Gratuities / Tipping

Accommodation Plans & Pricing

Plan A: 5-Star Standard

• Cairo: Le Méridien Pyramids / Steigenberger Pyramids / Ramses Hilton / Barceló Cairo Pyramids / Pyramisa Suites
• Luxor: Steigenberger Nile Palace

Plan B: 5-Star Luxury

• Cairo: Kempinski Nile Hotel / Fairmont Nile City / Conrad Cairo / Cairo Marriott Hotel / Sheraton Cairo / Hilton Pyramids Golf
• Luxor: Hilton Luxor Resort / Sonesta St. George

Ultra Luxury Tier

• Cairo: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo / Marriott Mena House / Kempinski Nile Deluxe / Fairmont Nile City Premium / Hyatt Regency
• Luxor: Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor

Tour Add-ons & Travel Notes

Executive Luxury Minivan Upgrade

Travel in enhanced comfort across all overland transfers in a spacious executive minivan featuring extra legroom, dual-zone air conditioning, chilled bottled water, and ample luggage space.

Professional Studio Photographer

Hire a dedicated travel photographer to join your tour at the Pyramids or temples, capturing high-resolution portraits and candid moments for $50 per day.

Hotel Standards in Egypt

Egyptian hotel ratings differ from North American and European standards. For accommodations meeting modern international 5-star expectations, we recommend choosing Plan B (Luxury) or the Ultra Luxury tier.

Visa Assistance

Avoid terminal queues on arrival. Our airport representative can arrange pre-processed entry visas for eligible passport holders or travelers with valid US, UK, or Schengen visas. Simply provide a passport copy in advance.

Domestic Flights vs. Sleeper Trains

This itinerary features domestic flight sectors between Cairo and Luxor to bypass the slow 15-to-18-hour overnight train journey. Upgrades to domestic Business Class are available for $50 per person.

VIP Tour with Dr. Zahi Hawass

Request an exclusive private tour of the Giza Plateau with world-renowned archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass, including private entry into the Great Pyramid and access between the paws of the Great Sphinx. Contact us for availability.

Travel Insurance (AIG Travel Guard)

Comprehensive travel insurance via AIG Travel Guard is available for $25 per person for one week or $50 per person for trips over seven days.

Child Policy

• 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (except domestic airfare fees where applicable)
• 2 – 5.99 years: 25% of adult tour price (50% if domestic flights are included)
• 6 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult tour price
• 12+ years: Full adult rate

For bookings and custom adjustments, contact: [email protected]