5-Day Cairo & Luxor Private Tour by Air

Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum & Ancient Thebes

Overview

Experience the very best of Egypt in just five unforgettable days with this private Cairo & Luxor tour by air, expertly designed for travelers who want maximum depth with perfect efficiency. Ideal for first-time visitors and culture lovers, this itinerary combines Egypt’s most iconic landmarks with seamless logistics and personalized service.

Explore Cairo’s legendary Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and the spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) before flying south to Luxor, the world’s greatest open-air museum. With your own professional Egyptologist guide, private transfers, domestic flights, and carefully selected 5-star hotels, this tour delivers a smooth, worry-free journey through Egypt’s timeless history.

Tour Highlights

• Private, expertly guided sightseeing throughout

• The Great Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx

• Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

• Domestic flights Cairo–Luxor–Cairo included

• Explore Karnak & Luxor Temples

• Discover the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple

• 5-star hotel accommodation in Cairo & Luxor

• Meet-and-assist on arrival with 24/7 local support

What’s Included

• Meet & greet service upon arrival at Cairo International Airport

• Guest relations assistance throughout your stay

• All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle

• Domestic flights (Cairo / Luxor / Cairo) – Economy Class

• 3 nights accommodation in Cairo with daily breakfast

• 1 night accommodation in Luxor with daily breakfast

• All sightseeing tours mentioned (100% private)

• Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide

• Entrance fees to all listed sites

• Meals as specified in the itinerary

• Bottled water during tours

• Portage when required

• All service charges and taxes

What’s Not Included

• International airfare

• Egypt entry visa

• Optional tours

• Personal expenses

• Tipping

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Welcome to Egypt

Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, your Memphis Tours representative will meet you inside the terminal and assist with arrival formalities.

You will then be transferred by private air-conditioned vehicle to your Cairo hotel. Your tour manager will help with check-in, review your itinerary, confirm pick-up times, and provide emergency contact details for 24/7 on-the-ground support.

The remainder of the day is free to relax after your flight.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: None
Services: Airport meet & assist, private transfer

Day 2: Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum

After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide and head to the Giza Plateau, home to Egypt’s most iconic monuments:

• Great Pyramid of Khufu

• Pyramids of Khafre & Menkaure

• Great Sphinx and Valley Temple

Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the world’s largest archaeological museum, showcasing thousands of artifacts spanning Egypt’s Pharaonic history, including royal treasures and monumental statues.

Return to your hotel in the afternoon. Evening at leisure.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum

Day 3: Fly to Luxor – East Bank Temples

Early morning transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, meet your guide and begin exploring Luxor’s East Bank:

• Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious complex ever built

• Luxor Temple, majestically located in the heart of the city

After sightseeing, transfer to your Luxor hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple

Day 4: Optional Hot Air Balloon | Luxor West Bank – Fly Back to Cairo

Optional early morning hot air balloon ride over Luxor (available at extra cost), offering breathtaking views of the Nile and ancient temples at sunrise.

After breakfast, explore Luxor’s legendary West Bank:

• Valley of the Kings, burial ground of ancient Pharaohs

• Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

• Colossi of Memnon

Later, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, private transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon

Day 5: Departure from Cairo

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your final departure, marking the end of your unforgettable Egypt journey.

Meals: Breakfast
Services: Private airport transfer

Why Choose This 5-Day Egypt Tour?

• Perfect for travelers with limited time

• Fully private & customizable itinerary

• Domestic flights included for comfort and efficiency

• Expert Egyptologist guides

• Trusted Egypt tour specialist with 24/7 support

• Maximum sightseeing with minimal hassle

Book Your Cairo & Luxor Tour by Air Today

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