Cairo to Luxor Day Trip by Flight Tutankhamun Tomb

Schedule: Daily

Duration: Approximately 10–12 Hours

Pickup Time: 7:00 AM (Subject to domestic flight schedules)

Tour Highlights

Embark on a luxury VIP day excursion flying from Cairo to Luxor, Upper Egypt’s celebrated open-air archaeological capital. Fly in business class comfort to maximize your journey and step straight into antiquity with seamless private airport transfers and an experienced private Egyptologist guide.

Explore the world’s largest ancient religious sanctuary at Karnak Temple, cross the Nile to the dramatic cliffs of the Valley of the Kings, and take advantage of an exclusive visit into the subterranean burial chamber of King Tutankhamun (KV62). Tour Queen Hatshepsut's terraced mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahari and admire the monumental Colossi of Memnon before taking your evening return flight to Cairo.

Detailed Itinerary

Morning Airport Departure from Cairo to Luxor

Your Ramasside Tours representative will meet you directly at your hotel lobby in Cairo or Giza and escort you in a private, climate-controlled vehicle to Cairo International Airport (Domestic Terminal). Board your business class flight to Luxor.

Upon landing at Luxor Airport, your private licensed Egyptologist guide will welcome you outside the arrivals hall holding a personalized Ramasside Tours sign. Settle into your private, air-conditioned minivan as your guide outlines the day's itinerary across the East and West Banks of the Nile.

Karnak Temple Complex (East Bank)

Begin your exploration at the monumental Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious sanctuary built in ancient history.

• Avenue of Sphinxes: Walk through the ram-headed sphinx approach that once connected Karnak with Luxor Temple.
• The Great Hypostyle Hall: Marvel at the forest of 134 towering sandstone papyrus-shaped columns standing up to 21 meters high.
• Royal Obelisks & Sanctuaries: Inspect the massive standing red granite obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Pharaoh Thutmose III, alongside the central sanctuary dedicated to Amun-Ra.

West Bank & The Valley of the Kings

Cross the Nile River toward Luxor's West Bank to reach the rugged limestone valleys of the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of New Kingdom pharaohs.

• Royal Tombs Exploration: Visit three magnificent painted royal tombs carved deep into the desert bedrock, featuring vivid original hieroglyphic wall reliefs and astronomical ceiling frescoes. (The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities rotates open tombs periodically for conservation).
• King Tutankhamun's Tomb (KV62): Step down into the legendary tomb discovered intact by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon in November 1922. Stand inside the golden burial chamber where King Tutankhamun was interred in his nested golden sarcophagus, and discover the lesser-known historical realities surrounding the boy king's reign (1336–1327 BC).

Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut & Colossi of Memnon

• Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir el-Bahari): Ascend the monumental three-tiered limestone terraces rising directly against the sheer cliffs of Thebes. Dedicated to Hatshepsut, Egypt's most prominent female pharaoh, the temple preserves intricate relief carvings depicting her divine birth and royal expedition to the Land of Punt.
• Colossi of Memnon: On your return journey toward the airport, pause before two colossal 18-meter quartzite sandstone statues portraying Pharaoh Amenhotep III, standing watch over the Theban plain since 1350 BC.

(Optional Dining: Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the Nile upon request).

Flight Return to Cairo

Your private vehicle will transfer you directly to Luxor International Airport for your evening return flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, our local representative will greet you and transfer you comfortably back to your hotel.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

• Round-trip domestic flights (Cairo – Luxor – Cairo) in Business Class
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo and Giza
• All private ground transfers in modern, air-conditioned minivans
• Professional licensed English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide
• Entrance tickets to all mentioned monuments (Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon)
• Special admission ticket into King Tutankhamun’s Tomb (KV62)
• All service charges and local taxes

Exclusions

• Entry visa to Egypt
• Optional lunch and beverages
• Personal expenses and shopping
• Gratuities / Tipping

Tour Add-ons & Travel Notes

Executive Luxury Minivan Upgrade

Upgrade your Luxor ground transportation to an executive luxury minivan featuring extended legroom, dual-zone climate control, chilled bottled beverages, and superior touring comfort.

Professional Studio Photographer

Hire a personal vacation photographer in Luxor to accompany your journey through Karnak and the West Bank temples, capturing high-resolution photos for $50 per tour.

Airport Transfers in Cairo

Private meet-and-assist airport transfers between Cairo International Airport and your hotel outside tour hours are available for $30 per transfer. (Transfers starting from remote locations such as Heliopolis or 6th of October City are subject to an additional surcharge).

Fast-Track Visa-on-Arrival

Save time upon landing with pre-arranged entry visa assistance for eligible passport holders for $35 per person. Simply send a passport copy prior to travel.

Travel Insurance (AIG Travel Guard)

Comprehensive travel coverage through AIG Travel Guard is available for $15 per day or $25 per week per person.

Footwear & Packing Tips

• Wear flat, comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes suitable for stone ramps, gravel paths, and temple complexes.
• Bring sunglasses, a sun hat, sunscreen, and a lightweight jacket for air-conditioned planes and evening transfers.

Child Policy

• 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (airline infant ticketing charges apply)
• 2 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult land tour rate (plus child domestic airfare)
• 12+ years: Full adult rate

For reservations, flight timings, and customized VIP itineraries, contact us at: [email protected]