5 Days Egypt Tour with Day Trip to Luxor from Cairo by Round-trip Flight

Welcome to Egypt!

Backed by our local Egyptian team with over 35 years of expertise, AOT ensures a seamless Egypt tour to unveil the mysteries of the Pyramids—delving into the very heart and soul of ancient Egyptian civilization.

Upon arrival, your Egypt guide will wait for you in Cairo International Airport (CAI) and then escort you to your hotel in Cairo/Giza.

The rest day in Cairo/Giza is free on your own to relax yourself. You can shake off the jet lag with a leisurely neighborhood stroll or enjoy a quiet family dinner to rest up for the days ahead.

Optional Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show (from $65.00 US Dollars/person)

• Time: 20:30
• Duration: 1.5h
• Address: Sphinx Square, Giza (Directly in front of the Great Sphinx and Pyramids)

Watch the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx come alive under a spectacular display of lights and laser effects. Guided by the narrator's voice, you will journey back through millennia to uncover the dramatic history and myths of ancient Egypt.

Today after breakfast, your Egyptologist guide will unveil the history and mysteries of the three iconic pyramids: Khufu,Khafre, and Menkaure. These structures stand as the only surviving wonderof the ancient world. You will enjoy some free time to explore, with the optionto step inside a pyramid's burial chamber (optional; guides are notpermitted inside).

Next, you will driveacross the plateau to a panoramic viewpoint. This is the perfect spot tophotograph all three pyramids rising from the desert sands against the distantCairo skyline.

Then, visit the ValleyTemple of Khafre, an ancient site adjacent to the Great Sphinx. It washistorically used for the purification and mummification rituals of the pharaohbefore burial.

A short drive to theedge of the plateau brings you to the feet of the Great Sphinx. Thislegendary monument measures 190 feet long and 65 feet high. Carved from asingle massive block of limestone, it features the body of a lion and the headof a pharaoh, standing as a loyal guardian over the royal tombs.

After exploring Giza,you can head directly to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), or choose tostay around the pyramids for an ATV quad bike adventure or a camel ride.

The Grand EgyptianMuseum is the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilization. Itbrings 5,000 years of history to life through more than 100,000 incredibleartifacts. As you walk in, you are greeted by a colossal statue of Ramesses IIbefore exploring 12 massive exhibition halls. The absolute highlight is KingTutankhamun’s complete tomb collection. For the first time since its 1920sdiscovery, his golden mask, inner coffins, royal thrones, and the ancient KhufuSolar Boat are all fully displayed together in one place.

After a full day Giza tour, your guide/driver will escort you to your hotel in Giza/Cairo.

Today after breakfast, you are going to have a full day old Cairo tour before catching a flight to Luxor.

First, visit the majestic Citadel of Saladin, a medieval Islamic fortification that offers sweeping views of the city. Inside the fortress, explore the stunning Mosque of Muhammad Ali (also known as the Alabaster Mosque), famous for its grand domes and twin minarets.

Next, dive into the bustling lanes of Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest and most vibrant open-air markets in the Middle East.

Then, climb the ancient twin towers of Bab Zuweila for an incredible 360-degree panorama of the historic skyline.

Optional Bab Zuweila Alternative: The Cave Church (St. Simon the Tanner)

You can choose to replace the Bab Zuweila visit with a trip to the magnificent Cave Church (St. Simon the Tanner), carved into the rocks of the Mokattam Mountain (passing through the unique Garbage City neighborhood).

Later, you will be escorted to Cairo International Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor (1h around). Upon arrival in Luxor, check into your hotel and enjoy a restful evening.

Optional Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show (from $65.00 US Dollars/person)

• Time: 19:00 or 20:00 (Subject to change based on the season)
• Duration: 1h
• Address: Karnak Temple Complex, Luxor

This immersive show brings the massive columns and pylons of Karnak Temple to life with dramatic lighting and music. As you walk through the illuminated Avenue of Sphinxes and the Great Hypostyle Hall, a haunting narrative unveils the rise of Thebes and the glorious history of the Pharaohs who built this ancient wonder.

Today, you will explore the open-air museum of Luxor, uncovering the ancient wonders on both sides of the Nile before flying back to Cairo.

You can wake up with an optional hot air ballon sunrise if you can get up early (approx. 04:30 - 05:00 pickup, subject to sunrise time). Drifting peacefully above the illuminated temples, lush green fields, and the rugged desert canyons of the West Bank.

To outsmart the intense midday desert heat and beat the large tour crowds, we intentionally arrange your West Bank exploration in the cooler morning hours.

First, venture into the legendary Valley of the Kings, entering the rock-cut tombs of Egypt’s greatest Pharaohs while the air inside remains comfortable.

Continue to the stunning Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of ancient architecture built dramatically into the sheer limestone cliffs.

Then, make a brief stop at the towering Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that have stood guard here for millennia. Catching it before the sun stands directly overhead.

As the noon heat peaks, we escape the sun into our modern, fully air-conditioned vehicle. Relax in cool comfort with complimentary chilled bottled water as we cross back over the Nile to the East Bank for a leisurely lunch and a refreshing midday rest.

In the afternoon, you will walk through the monumental Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built, where the afternoon sun casts breathtaking shadows through the giant columns of the Great Hypostyle Hall.

We specially save the Luxor Temple for our final stop. This allows you to experience the magic of the ancient stone structures with a golden glow.

Later in the evening, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo (1h around). Upon arrival, check into your Cairo hotel for a relaxing night.

Your 5 Days Cairo and Luxor Tour ends today. Before heading to the airport, free exploration.

Depending on your flight schedule, the daytime is yours for free exploration or last-minute souvenir shopping in Cairo.

To ensure a completely stress-free departure, your private guide and air-conditioned vehicle will be at your disposal, perfectly timed to pick you up from your hotel and escort you to Cairo International Airport (CAI) for your homeward flight.

We hope the memories of ancient Pyramids, golden Luxor temples, and the timeless Nile stay with you forever. Have a safe and pleasant journey home!

Thank you for choosing Asia Odyssey Travel (AOT) for your 5 Days Cairo and Luxor tour. We are always dedicated to serving you and look forward to welcoming you again for your future trips to China/Asia/Africa.