Classic Egypt Tours 5 days · 4 nights

5 Days Trip to Egypt- Cairo and Luxor

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Aerial sunrise view of Hatshepsut's terraced temple below the Deir el-Bahari cliffs

The Pyramid of Khafre towering over the desert of the Giza Plateau

The Great Sphinx of Giza resting before the pyramids

Colossal granite statue of Ramesses II inside the Grand Egyptian Museum

Aerial view of the desert hills hiding the Valley of the Kings, Luxor

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Length: 5 days · 4 nights
Places: 3 places
Package: Private tour
Departs: Daily, all year

5 Days Trip to Egypt is a private 5-day, 4-night Cairo and Luxor tour. You see the Pyramids, the Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum, fly to Luxor for the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's temple, Karnak and Luxor Temple, then fly back to Cairo. You stay at Hyatt Regency Cairo West and Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor.

Egypt's two great ancient capitals in five days: the Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo, then a flight to Luxor for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak and Luxor Temple, with domestic flights included.

Spend a vacation exploring the wonders of Cairo and Luxor. On private tours, you will start the trip in Cairo, where the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx are located. After that a memorable visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Then, head to the south of Egypt and visit the epic the city of Luxor, where you will discover the wonders of the ancient Egyptian civilization and visit the great Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Luxor Temples.

Meet-and-assist at Cairo airport and private transfer to Hyatt Regency Cairo West
Great Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, with lunch at a traditional restaurant
Grand Egyptian Museum, a short distance from the Giza Plateau
Morning flight to Luxor for the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut's temple
Colossi of Memnon, with an optional Karnak sound and light show
Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple before the evening flight to Cairo

Where you sleep

Cairo3 nights Luxor1 night

Day by day

Day1 Arrival Cairo

Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport upon and transfer to the hotel in Cairo in an air-conditioned modern coach. At the hotel, enjoy a smooth check-in and review the vacation program to set the pick-up time for each tour.
Day2 Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum Night in Cairo BreakfastLunch

After enjoying a delicious breakfast at your hotel, personal guide will accompany you to the Giza Plateau, where you will marvel at the legendary Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Continue your visit with the iconic Great Sphinx of Giza .
Following your exploration, enjoy lunch at a traditional Egyptian restaurant before heading to the impressive Grand Egyptian Museum, located just a short distance from the Giza Plateau. After your visit, return to hotel.
Day3 Domestic Flight from Cairo to Luxor and the West Bank Tour Night in Luxor BreakfastLunch

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Cairo Airport for morning flight to Luxor (*Flight Time Approx: Cairo to Luxor 06:00 - 07:00), arrival Luxor and transfer to the hotel for check in. Then start to visit the Royal Cemetery for 62 Pharaohs, the Valley of the Kings, then to mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by the architects of the New Kingdom during the 15th century BC. Visit the Colossi of Memnon and transfer back to the hotel in Luxor and overnight.
Optional trip: Enjoy the sound & light show at Karnak Temples.
Visits: Luxor, Royal Cemetery, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon.
Day4 Luxor East Bank Temples and Domestic Flight back to Cairo Night in Cairo BreakfastLunch

After breakfast, start a visit to explore the towering Karnak Temple and the famed Luxor Temple. After tour, transfer to the Luxor airport for evening or night flight to Cairo (Flight Time Approx: Luxor to Cairo 22:00 - 23:00).
Meet and assist at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Visits: Karnak Temples, Luxor Temple.
Day5 Cairo: End of tour Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel then transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure.

During the trip, the tour guide reserves the right to adjust the itinerary if necessary due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions, impassable wadis, the health or well-being of participants, or vehicle issues. These changes are made in the interest of your safety and comfort. Therefore, we kindly ask for your understanding, as the exact order of the itinerary cannot be guaranteed. However, our team and agency remain committed to covering all program highlights whenever possible.

What’s included

Included

Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport by our representatives upon arrival
Ongoing assistance from our guest relations team during stay
Transfers by air-conditioned coaches
Domestic flights (From Cairo to Luxor and from Luxor to Cairo)
Hotel accommodation in Cairo for 3 nights, with breakfast
Hotel accommodation in Luxor for 1 night, with breakfast
All sightseeing as mentioned in the below program with entrance fees
Experienced tour guide during the tours
Meals as mentioned in the program
Daily 01 bottle of water during the tours
Taxes & service charges

Not included

International flight
Egypt Entry visa
Personal expenses
Optional tours not mentioned in the program
Tips

Where you stay

Outdoor pool and terrace at Hyatt Regency Cairo West

5 stars Hyatt Regency Cairo West Giza3 nights View hotel

Steigenberger Nile Palace seen from the Nile, with feluccas moored below its pool terrace

5 stars Steigenberger Nile Palace Corniche1 night View hotel

Terms

Children policy

Infants up to 2 years old: free of charge.

Children from 2 to 5.99 years old: 25% of the adult price.

Children from 6 to 11.99 years old: 50% of the adult price.

Children from 12 years old: the adult price applies.

The children policy applies to children sharing their parents’ room (a maximum of one child per room). If the programme includes a flight, the child’s flight is charged.

Booking and payment

Only 25% of the total price is required on confirmation, to secure hotel rooms, cruise cabins, domestic flights and other travel services.

The rest can be paid up to two days before arrival, or in cash on arrival to your tour manager.

Tips during tours

Tipping for good service is customary in Egypt, though not mandatory. It is always appreciated and entirely at your discretion.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel, the following charges apply:

From the date of booking until 61 days before arrival: 15% of the total package price.

60 to 31 days before arrival: 35% of the total package price.

30 to 15 days before arrival: 50% of the total package price.

14 to 1 days before arrival: 100% of the total package price.

Airline charges follow the airlines’ own terms and conditions, and refunds carry a 5% bank fee. Cancellation terms may differ for group bookings, by the time of booking, or for customised itineraries.

Force majeure

Your safety comes first. If an official “Do Not Travel” advisory is issued by a government or an airline for your destination, you can choose a full refund of the tour package or, in some cases, a travel credit for any of our destinations, applied to a future booking.

Only airline cancellation or change fees, under the airline’s terms, and bank charges on the deposit apply.

Questions

Which hotels are used on the Cairo and Luxor tour?

You spend three nights at Hyatt Regency Cairo West in Cairo and one night at Steigenberger Nile Palace in Luxor, both with breakfast. The Cairo nights are split around the Luxor visit, so you return to the same Giza hotel after the evening flight back from Luxor and have a final night before your departure transfer.

Are the flights to Luxor included?

Yes. Domestic flights from Cairo to Luxor and from Luxor back to Cairo are included. The outbound flight is early, at approximately 06:00 to 07:00, and the return is in the evening, at approximately 22:00 to 23:00. International flights and the Egypt visa are not included, and children's airfare is charged.

What do I see in Luxor?

On day three you visit the West Bank: the Valley of the Kings, the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. On day four you explore the East Bank temples of Karnak and Luxor Temple before your flight back to Cairo. The Karnak sound and light show is available as an optional evening extra.

Which meals are included?

Breakfast is included every morning, and lunch is included on days two, three and four. Dinners are not included, which leaves your evenings free in Cairo and Luxor, for example for the optional Karnak sound and light show. A bottle of water is provided each day during the tours.

Can I extend the tour with a Nile cruise or more time in Luxor?

Yes. This is a private package, so it can be customised, for example by adding nights in Luxor, a Nile cruise to Aswan or a few days on the Red Sea. Tell us what you have in mind when you send your dates.

How do I book, and what is the cancellation policy?

Send us your travel dates and group size and we will price the trip for you. A 25% deposit on confirmation secures hotels and services; the balance is due up to two days before arrival, or in cash on arrival to your tour manager. Cancellation charges are 15% up to 61 days before arrival, 35% from 60 to 31 days, 50% from 30 to 15 days and 100% within 14 days.

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