Overview
Make the most of a short holiday with our Essential 5-Day Tour of Egypt .
Why You Will Love This Trip
- Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx with a private guide.
- Explore the treasures of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
- Descend into royal tombs at the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
- Walk through the massive pillared halls of Karnak Temple.
- Enjoy hassle-free travel with included domestic flights and private transfers.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival in Cairo – Welcome to Egypt (Day 1)
Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will meet you, assist with passport control and luggage, and transfer you in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to your luxury hotel in Cairo. Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for your private Egypt tour .
The Great Pyramids of Giza & The Egyptian Museum (Day 2)
After breakfast, your private Egyptologist guide will meet you to begin a full-day tour. Your first stop is the Giza Plateau to witness the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus . You will also visit the iconic Sphinx and the Valley Temple. After a local lunch, proceed to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to thousands of ancient artifacts, including the golden treasures of King Tutankhamun. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.
Flight to Luxor – East Bank Tour (Karnak & Luxor Temples) (Day 3)
Check out from your Cairo hotel and transfer to the airport for a short domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to your hotel to check in. In the afternoon, begin your Luxor tour on the East Bank. Walk through the massive colonnades of Karnak Temple , the largest religious complex ever built. Later, visit the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple at sunset. Overnight in Luxor.
Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings (Day 4)
Start your day early (an optional Hot Air Balloon ride is available). Cross the Nile to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings , stepping inside the vibrant tombs of great pharaohs. Next, visit the magnificent terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Stop for photos at the towering Colossi of Memnon. In the evening, transfer to Luxor airport for your return flight to Cairo. Overnight in Cairo.
Final Departure from Cairo (Day 5)
Enjoy your final breakfast in Egypt. Our representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight, concluding your unforgettable 5-day Egypt holiday package .
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Personalized meet and greet service at Cairo Airport upon arrival and departure
- All airport and hotel transfers via private, air-conditioned luxury vehicles
- 4 nights of premium hotel accommodation (3 nights Cairo, 1 night Luxor) including daily breakfast
- Round-trip domestic flight tickets within Egypt (Cairo to Luxor and Luxor to Cairo)
- All private, guided sightseeing excursions as detailed across the itinerary
- Services of an expert, licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Complimentary cold bottled water provided during all daily tours
Excluded
- Entrance fees to all listed archaeological sites, temples, and museums
- International flight tickets and the standard entry visa fee
- Personal expenses (laundry services, drinks with meals, telephone calls)
- Customary tipping and gratuities for your private drivers, hotel staff, and guides
- Optional activities (such as a Sunrise Hot Air Balloon ride over Luxor's West Bank)
- Any extra meals or services not specifically stated in the inclusions
Prices & Packages
Prices are quoted in USD per person. Final quote depends on travel date, availability and hotel or cruise category.
| Package | Season | From | Triple | Double | Single | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard accommodation | May to August | $1,193 | $1,193 | $1,290 | $1,620 | |
| Standard accommodation | September to April | $1,360 | $1,360 | $1,470 | $1,850 | |
| Deluxe accommodation | May to August | $1,525 | $1,525 | $1,645 | $2,075 | |
| Deluxe accommodation | September to April | $1,730 | $1,730 | $1,870 | $2,355 | |
| Ultra deluxe accommodation | May to August | $1,885 | $1,885 | $2,035 | $2,565 | |
| Ultra deluxe accommodation | September to April | $2,170 | $2,170 | $2,345 | $2,950 | |
| Luxury accommodation | May to August | $2,290 | $2,290 | $2,475 | $3,115 | |
| Luxury accommodation | September to April | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,810 | $3,535 |
Reference pricing is aligned with comparable Luxor & Aswan routes. Confirm seasonal availability before booking.
Pricing Information
The final price depends on travel date, availability, category and traveler count. Currency conversions are estimates updated from the central rate setting.
Children Policy
Child rates depend on age, room occupancy and the hotel or cruise policy. Send each child age for a confirmed quote.
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