Luxor Cairo Must see Ancient Monuments
Luxor Cairo Must see Ancient Monuments
5 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Luxor
Tour operator:
Tour code:
698152
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishInterests:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Egypt's most iconic ancient monuments with the Luxor Cairo tour. This adventure takes you to the heart of Egypt's historical and archaeological wonders, starting in Cairo with panoramic views of the Giza Pyramids and a guided exploration of the Egyptian Museum. In Luxor, discover the Valley of the Kings, the majestic Hatshepsut Temple, and the colossal Karnak and Luxor Temples. Enjoy the convenience of private vehicle transport, hotel pickup, and drop-off, with breakfast included. While entrance fees and optional activities like camel rides are not covered, this tour offers a comprehensive glimpse into Egypt's rich history, all while staying in luxurious 5-star accommodations. Whether you're marveling at the Sphinx or exploring the treasures of Tutankhamun, this tour promises an enriching cultural experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: 5 star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Arrival -Cairo
Your Egypt Tours representative will meet & assist you at Cairo International Airport, and handle all your formalities through passport control, luggage area, and customs formalities. After that, you will be transferred to your hotel by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
5 star hotel
Day 2 : Giza
Location: Giza
Accommodation Name: 5 star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Giza pyramids - Egyptian museum
Visit the Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu). It is certainly one of the most important monuments of ancient Egypt. A masterpiece of fabricated structure and architecture, you will be overwhelmed by the huge size of its blocks, the height, and the age that exceeded 4600 years.
Your guide will explain fully the history of all the area including the other pyramids, of Chephren and Mycerinus, answer all your questions and you will have the chance to take pictures of the whole area.
You will spend more than two hours in the area so that you can enter one of the pyramid's chambers or you may like to have a camel ride around the area.
Moving to the Sphinx area where you will spend some time exploring this monolith statue, which symbolizes the power and wisdom of the pharaoh. Next to the Sphinx area, you will visit the valley temple where you will learn about mummification in ancient Egypt.
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is one of the largest museums in the world. Your Egypt tours will take you on a 4 hours tour to explore the treasures of the museum (opened in 1901). Look at the amazing monuments and artifacts in its different halls in a guided tour. Although the museum has tens of thousands of artifacts in this short tour, your Egyptologist guide will focus on the highlights and masterpieces of the museum
Visit the Tut Ankh Amun Wing on the first floor and see his wonderful collection of historically important artwork. The treasures are mainly golden and they cover a quite large section of the museum. This area of the museum includes significant statues, furniture, and gold sculptures. After enjoying the guided part of the tour, take some free time to browse the museum.
5 star hotel
Day 3 : Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: 5 star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Luxor - West bank
At the beginning of your tour, you will cross the Nile to the West bank where you will visit the Valley of the Kings. The Pharaohs were hiding their mummies and treasures in this barren desert area. Many of these treasures were found in these beautiful colored tombs. You can visit three tombs to enjoy the colors and murals on the walls. The tombs were carved deep in the mountain rock; you have the option to visit other royal tombs such as Tut Ankh Amun
Then continue your tour on the west bank and drive to the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut. She is the first female pharaoh in ancient Egypt who ruled the kingdom for 20 prosperous years. This temple is called El Deir el Bahari as the early Christians used the Northern monastery, as it was a Coptic monastery. Unlike the other temples, this one was built of limestone and partly hewn in the mother bedrock. It has three terraces and its focal point is to tell the story of the Divine birth of the Queen.
The final stop will be at the colossi of Memnon. The Colossi of Memnon are two monumental statues representing king Amenhotep III of the 18th Dynasty of Egypt. They are located west of the modern city of Luxor and face east looking toward the Nile River. The statues depict the seated king on a throne with some other carvings of his mother, his wife, the god Hapi, the Nile god, and other symbolic engravings. Both are carved from single blocks of sandstone and the name refers to the Greek hero Memnon who fell in the Trojan War
Karnak temple is a complex of temples. The temple is dedicated to Amun Ra, the chief god in Egyptian mythology. Enjoy the Great Hypostyle court and the reliefs and murals that were added through the generations. Feel astonished at the tall obelisks 70 feet high and cut from a single piece of granite. Look at the statues of the different pharaohs who want to show their loyalty to RA. Keep an eye on the magnificent tall columns and their papyrus and Lotus capitals while their shafts are loaded with hieroglyphics.
Originally, Luxor temple and Karnak were connected with the Ram-Headed Sphinxes Avenue. The connection was to celebrate the annual visit of Ra from Karnak to his wife Mut in Luxor. The temple of Luxor witnessed many historical eras and has its extensions and additions along the ages. Different structures and murals show the Greek, Roman, Islamic, and Coptic influences.
Stare at the statues and obelisks of Ramses II. There should be two obelisks at the entrance of the temple but one of them was sent to Paris
5 star hotel
Day 4 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: 5 star hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Back to Cairo
You will be driven to Luxor airport for a flight to Cairo, where you will be met and assisted at the airport and taken to your hotel. You can opt for one of the day tours or night tours depending on the time available
5 star hotel
Day 5 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departure
Breakfast at the hotel, check out from the hotel, and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.
What's Included
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Breakfast
Breakfast is included in the tour package.
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
Hotel pickup and drop-off services are included.
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Transport by private vehicle
Transport by a private vehicle is included in the tour.
What's Not Included
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Gratuities
Gratuities are not included in the tour package.
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Entrance fees to the chambers of the pyramids
Entrance fees to the chambers of the pyramids are not included.
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Camel ride
Camel rides are not included in the tour package.
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Processing fee
The listed price does not include a processing fee, payable at the time of tour check-in.
Know Before You Go
- Infant Seats Available
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Passport Required
Please Note
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- • The listed price does not include a $X per person processing fee, payable at the time of tour check-in. The fee is required by our local supplier and is not within our control.
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with private air-conditioned vehicles for hotel transfers and tours, ensuring a seamless and personalized experience as you explore the historical sites of Cairo, Giza, and Luxor.Accommodation
Enjoy a luxurious stay in 5-star hotels throughout your journey in Cairo, Giza, and Luxor, providing comfort and elegance after a day of exploring Egypt's ancient wonders.Check out our Q&As
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What is included in the tour package?
The tour package includes breakfast, hotel pickup and drop-off, and transport by private vehicle.
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Are entrance fees to the pyramids included in the tour?
No, entrance fees to the chambers of the pyramids are not included in the tour.
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Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
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Are infant seats available during the tour?
Yes, infant seats are available during the tour.
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Can I take a camel ride during the tour?
Yes, you have the option to take a camel ride around the Giza pyramids area, but it is not included in the tour package.
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What can I expect to see at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo?
At the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, you can expect to see a vast collection of artifacts, including the Tut Ankh Amun Wing with its golden treasures, significant statues, furniture, and gold sculptures.
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What is the significance of the Colossi of Memnon?
The Colossi of Memnon are two monumental statues representing King Amenhotep III of the 18th Dynasty of Egypt, depicting the seated king on a throne with carvings of his mother, his wife, the god Hapi, and other symbolic engravings.
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What is unique about the Hatshepsut Temple?
The Hatshepsut Temple is unique because it was built by the first female pharaoh of ancient Egypt, Queen Hatshepsut, and features three terraces with a focus on the story of her divine birth.
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