★★★★★5.0(5 reviews)
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Duration: 2 Days
Trip Type: Private Tours
Availability: Everyday
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The trip
Tour overview
Enjoy an unforgettable two-day trip from Cairo to Luxor, exploring both the East and West Banks. On the first day, fly to Luxor and begin with a guided tour of Karnak Temple, the world’s largest open-air museum, showcasing over three thousand years of history. Continue to Luxor Temple, where Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic and Islamic influences meet.
Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch before relaxing at your accommodation in Luxor. The second day takes you to the West Bank, starting at the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of the ancient pharaohs are hidden in the mountains. Visit the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, built into the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari, then visit the famous Colossi of Memnon. After lunch, return to Cairo with fond memories of Luxor’s historic wonders.
✓Fly from Cairo to Luxor, starting with visits to Karnak Temple, the world’s largest open-air museum, and Luxor Temple.
✓Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant to recharge before continuing your day.
✓Explore the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of ancient Pharaohs are carved into the Luxor mountains.
✓Visit the Hatshepsut Temple, a stunning structure blending with the cliffs, dedicated to Egypt’s only female pharaoh.
✓See the Colossi of Memnon, two grand statues of Amenhotep III with inscriptions depicting family and gods.
✓Fly back to Cairo after completing the Luxor West Bank tour.
Day by day
Itinerary
Your route at a glance
2 Days
Private Tours
Day1
Fly to Luxor from Cairo &…
Day2
Luxor West Bank tour & Bac…
After a delicious breakfast at your accommodation, our tour manager will accompany you to Cairo Airport for a short flight to Luxor City. Once arrive in Luxor, our tour manager will wait at Luxor Airport to transfer you directly to start your tour with your private tour guide specializing in Egyptology to visit:
2 stops today
Karnak Temple
Karnak, the world's largest open-air museum, containing artifacts dating from the 21st century BC to the late 7th century AD, is just one temple with the remains of more than three thousand years of culture.
Luxor Temple
This is the only temple with Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, and Islamic monuments combined. Amenhotep III originally built it and later expanded by Ramesses II. It is one of the most beautiful temples in Egypt.
Lunch
Before continuing, we will take a break to eat and recharge. Lunch will be in a restaurant, and Egyptian food options are generally offered, including meat dishes, rice, and salads (drinks are not included).
After these fruitful visits, We will accompany you to your accommodation in luxor to relax and spend a peaceful night.
Meals: Lunch
Night Stay In Luxor
After a delicious breakfast at your accommodation, you will start your wonderful day tour by meeting your private tour guide specializing in Egyptology in a private A/C vehicle to start visiting the following:
4 stops today
Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings, where the greatest tombs of the Pharaohs throughout history were discovered. These tombs were carved into the Luxor mountain, considered one of the largest sites in Egypt.
Hatshepsut Temple
The Temple of Hatshepsut, located in Deir el-Bahari, is a stunning limestone structure on a mountain on a series of terraces and blends into the surrounding limestone cliffs in honor of Egypt's sole queen.
Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon are two huge stone statues of the ancient Egyptian king Amenhotep III from the Eighteenth Dynasty. They show the king sitting on a throne with pictures of his mother, wife, the god Hapi, and other symbols written on it. Quartz stones are used to make it.
Lunch
Before continuing, we will take a break to eat and recharge. Lunch will be in a restaurant, and Egyptian food options are generally offered, including meat dishes, rice, and salads (drinks are not included).
After these fruitful visits, our tour manager will accompany you to Luxor Airport to fly back to Cairo City. Once you arrive at Cairo Airport, our tour manager will wait to transfer you in a private A/C vehicle to your accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
The price
What's included — and what isn't
✓ Included in the price
Accommodations
✓1 Nights Accommodation in Luxor with breakfast
Meals
✓Breakfast everyday
✓2 Lunches
Other Inclusions
✓All service charges and taxes
✓English-speaking Guide
✓Bottled water during the trip
✓Domestic Flight ticket
✓Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary
✕ Not included
✕International Airfare
✕Entry visa to Egypt
✕Any optional tours
✕Personal Spending
✕Beverage
✕Tipping (It's recommended)
Booking
How booking this works
Private, not a groupYour own Egyptologist guide and air-conditioned vehicle throughout.
25% to hold your datesThe balance is due up to two days before arrival, or in cash to your tour manager.
Cancel 30+ days out for 10%Charges rise closer to departure — the full policy is under Good to know.
A voucher within 24 hoursConfirmation with every booking detail lands by email once an advisor confirms.
Talk to Maro
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Not quite the itinerary you had in mind? Tell Maro your dates and what you want to see — he and the team will rework this trip around them, at no extra cost.
Your daily tours usually start at 8 am, but you can change the time in coordination with your private guide.
You can make any changes to the itinerary if you have any special requests.
For reservations, contact us, and your reservation will be confirmed with one of our travel advisors.
After booking the trip, we will send you a voucher with all the booking details.
Prices are in US dollars per person per trip and you can pay in any other currency.
Rates are subject to change in case of any changes in airport taxes, hotel rates, transport rates, or government taxes.
Rates are not valid during Christmas or New Year.
Travel insurance and entry visa charges are not included in the package.
Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is entirely up to the discretion of travelers. Although it is not mandatory, it is of great importance to the people who take care of you while traveling.
Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:
For the visa fees, please check Visa and Passport Information.
Additional transport that you require.
Tipping for the guide and driver after the trip.
In case of unforeseen events like bad weather conditions and eventual flight cancellations, you are responsible for extra hotel nights and meals.
All our packages and tours of Egypt do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites such as entering the pyramids from inside, the mummies' room in Museum, or entering the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
We are offering a low down payment of just 25% to secure your spaces on tour, including hotel rooms, cruise cabins, domestic flight tickets, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days before your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager, making you're booking a risk-free investment.
Cancellation after confirmation with payment before 30 days of the commencement of the tour: 10% of the value of the tour package.
Canceling the tour 30 to 20 days before commencement of the tour: 25% of the value of the package
Canceling 19-15 days before commencing the tour: 50% of the tour cost
Canceling 14-11 days before commencement of the tour: 75% of the tour cost
Canceling before 10 days or less before the tour date: No refund for the tour
Up to 2 years: FREE
Age from 2 and below 6 years: 25% of adult price
Age from 6 up to 11 years: 50% of adult price
Ages 12 and Up: adult price.
Notes:
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents ( Maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room )
If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.
A valid Passport for 6 months
Sunblock
Sunglasses
Sanitizer gel
Water holder
Bug spray
Warm clothes in winter
Cotton clothes in summer
A hat
Travel adaptor
Camera
Umbrella
Comfortable shoes
Medication
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As a family of four, we sought an exciting and educational adventure for our kids. This overnight tour to Luxor from Cairo was the perfect choice! Our kids were fascinated by the ancient temples and tombs, and they loved learning about the history of Egypt from our expert guide. The tour was well-paced and never felt rushed, and there was plenty of time for us to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
★★★★★November 5, 2023
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Martinez
Family traveller
We were a group of four friends who love to travel and explore new cultures. This overnight tour to Luxor from Cairo was an unforgettable journey that we will cherish for years to come. We were captivated by the beauty and mystery of Egypt's ancient past, and we loved learning about the stories and myths that surround the temples and tombs. The tour was also a great opportunity for us to bond as friends, as we shared in the excitement and wonder of discovering this incredible city.
★★★★★August 3, 2023
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Charlotte Lee
Family traveller
Our family, eager to immerse ourselves in the rich history of Egypt, embarked on an overnight tour to Luxor from Cairo. The tour was meticulously planned, catering to the interests of both adults and children. Our guide, an expert in Egyptology, captivated us with stories of pharaohs
★★★★★April 15, 2023
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Miller
Solo traveller
As a solo traveler seeking an escape from the ordinary, I embarked on an overnight tour to Luxor from Cairo, and it was a truly transformative experience. Immersing myself in the ancient world of Egypt, I was captivated by the grandeur of the temples and tombs, and I felt a deep connection to the history and culture of this remarkable land. The tour was well-organized, and the guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, sharing fascinating insights into the lives of the pharaohs and the mysteries of their civilization.
★★★★★March 5, 2023
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Emily
Couple traveller
My husband and I wanted to escape the hustle and bustle of Cairo and experience the allure of ancient Egypt. This overnight tour to Luxor from Cairo was the perfect romantic getaway. We were amazed by the grandeur of the temples and tombs, and we felt a deep connection to the history and culture of Egypt. The tour was also a great opportunity for us to bond as a couple, as we shared in the excitement of exploring this iconic city.
