Embark on a tour of the most iconic cities and ancient wonders of Egypt through this meticulously crafted 7-Day Cairo, Luxor & Alexandria Highlights Tour, beginning in Cairo, exploring the Grand Egyptian Museum that houses more than 100,000 unique artifacts, including the full collection of Tutankhamun’s treasures.
Go deeper into ancient Egypt, following the footsteps of pyramid builders at Saqqara for the first limestone structure in humanity, continuing to the Giza Pyramids, after discovering Memphis, the first capital of ancient Egypt.
Experience a unique fusion of Roman and Greek history on the Mediterranean Sea coast in Alexandria, starting from the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, this burial site where Greco-Roman and Pharaonic influences intertwine.
Discover Alexandria’s tallest ancient monument, Pompey’s Pillar, and leave Alexandria after visiting the formidable Qaitbay Citadel with its stunning seaside fortress, rich Islamic architecture, and breathtaking Mediterranean views.
The magic culminates with a visit to Luxor, the world’s largest open-air museum. Walk among the colossal statues and intricate carvings of Karnak and Luxor Temples.
Then venture to the West Bank to unveil the secrets of the pharaonic afterlife at the Valley of the Kings. This journey is more than a tour; it’s an unforgettable narrative, a chance to create your own memories in the heart of ancient Egypt’s depths, visiting the Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon.
- Giza Pyramids & Great Sphinx
- Valley Temple
- Egyptian Museum
- Khan El-Khalili
- Saladin Citadel
- Luxor Temple
- Karnak Temple
- Valley of the Kings
- Hatshepsut Temple
- Memnon Colossi
- Qaitbay Citadel
- Alexandria Library
- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
- Pompey’s Pillar
- Meet and Assist at Cairo Airport
- 4 nights Cairo hotel, first stay
- Flight from Cairo to Luxor
- 1 night Luxor hotel
- Flight from Luxor to Cairo
- Entrance fee for all the sightseeing in the program
- Expert tour guide
- Meals as mentioned in the program
- All transfers with air-conditioned Cars
- 1 night Cairo hotel, second stay
- All Service Charges and Taxes
- Egypt entry Visa
- Hot air balloon over Luxor west bank
Once landing in Cairo International Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative. This expert will facilitate all your airport procedures to depart the airport seamlessly.
By air-conditioned vehicle, transfer comfortably to the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), where you wander through 12 galleries displaying more than 100,000 unique pharaonic treasures, including the first-time exhibition of more than 5,000 artifacts from Tutankhamun's collection.
Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch at the local favorite Felfela Restaurant before checking into your hotel.
In the evening, get ready for an unforgettable two-hour dinner on a Nile cruise, savoring a delightful meal with a charming view of the Nile.
Finally, return to your hotel for a relaxing overnight stay.
Meals Included:
Lunch and Dinner.
After a tasty breakfast at the hotel, you will meet your Egyptologist at the lobby to embark on a journey, following the history of the pyramids.
Your first stop is the Saqqara Complex for the Unas Pyramid, which includes the first Pyramidal Texts in history, and the Djoser Pyramid, the first limestone structure ever built.
Next, you will visit Memphis, the first capital of ancient Egypt, where you will discover the colossal statue of Ramses II lying on the open-air museum land and the mysteries around this statue.
Then, prepare to be awestruck at the Giza Pyramids complex, where you will explore the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure and the Great Sphinx, besides the queens' pyramids. Your Egyptologist guide will reveal the secrets of this majestic site, including the Valley Temple of mummifying, the Mortuary Temple of purifying, and the Bits of Solar Boats.
Enjoy a panoramic dining experience with a tasty lunch at the 9 Pyramids Lounge Restaurant, offering stunning views of the pyramids.
After lunch, go ahead to your hotel in Cairo for a relaxing night.
Meals Included:
Breakfast and Lunch.
Relish your breakfast in the hotel, and meet your Egyptologist at the hotel lobby, heading to the first stop on this day tour, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, where you will encounter the mummies of ancient kings and queens, including Ramses II and Hatshepsut.
Next, delve into the breathtaking Historical Islamic world with incredible architecture in Old Cairo.
You will visit the Citadel of Salah El-Din, this medieval fortress with impressive Islamic architecture and panoramic views over the whole of Cairo.
Explore inside this Citadel, Muhammad Ali Mosque, marveling at its grand Ottoman design with iconic domes.
Savor a delicious lunch at Studio Masri Restaurant in Al-Azhar Park.
Afterward, explore the vibrant Al-Moez Street, teeming with Islamic architecture, vibrant heritage, and a bustling ancient atmosphere from Greek and Roman times.
In a few steps walking from El-Moez, you can arrive at the bustling Khan El-Khalili Bazaar to wander through its lively alleys, shop for unique souvenirs, and soak in the authentic charm of Cairo’s historic marketplace.
A restful night awaits you at your hotel in Cairo after relishing this day tour.
Meals Included:
Breakfast and Lunch.
Depart early from Cairo for a day trip to Alexandria. Enjoy a breakfast box on the way.
Your first stop is the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a tribute to the Great Library of ancient times.
Descend into the depths of history at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, uncovering chambers filled with carved statues, reliefs, and sarcophagi that beautifully merge Egyptian deities with Roman styles.
Marvel at Pompey’s Pillar, the largest ancient Roman triumphal column outside of Rome. Built in 297 AD.
Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch at the popular Fish Market restaurant.
Afterward, visit the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay from outside, a powerful fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Conclude your day with a traditional Egyptian dinner before returning to Cairo, arriving at your hotel.
Meals Included:
Breakfast and Lunch.
After an early breakfast and hotel check-out, you will be transferred to Cairo Airport for a domestic flight to Luxor.
Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and then visit the East Bank of Luxor.
Here, you will explore the magnificent Luxor Temple, which was a center of royal coronations and festivals, especially the famous Opet Festival that linked it to Karnak Temple.
Transfer to the vast Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious building in the world, spanning over 2,000 years of construction, and featuring towering columns, colossal statues, sacred lakes, and the awe-inspiring Hypostyle Hall.
Enjoy a tasty lunch at a local restaurant before checking in at your Luxor hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals Included:
Breakfast and Lunch.
You have an optional activity to start your second day tour in Luxor with it: riding an early morning hot air balloon over the Thebes Necropolis for breathtaking views.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel, and then embark on exploring the West Bank, known as the "city of the dead" for the ancient Egyptians.
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the legendary royal burial ground of the New Kingdom pharaohs, which holds over 60 tombs adorned with vivid hieroglyphs and stunning wall paintings that reveal ancient beliefs about the afterlife.
Marvel at the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut with its elegant terraces, colonnades, and detailed reliefs that tell the story of her divine birth, trade expeditions, and reign of prosperity.
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, representing King Amenhotep III, guarding the entrance of his greatest mortuary temple in Thebes Necropolis, which has stood for over 3,400 years.
Take a restful time with lunch at a local restaurant. Later, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo.
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will transfer to a hotel in Cairo for check-in and spend a relaxing night.
Meals Included:
Breakfast and Lunch.
After savoring your breakfast at the hotel, you will check out and will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your departure, carrying with you unforgettable memories of your incredible journey through the Marvels of Egypt.
Meals Included:
Breakfast.
- Comfortable shoes and clothes
- Sunblock
- Hat or scarf
- Umbrella, especially in summer
- Warm clothes in winter
