Luxor and Cairo 2 Day Tour

Start FromPer Person$550

Tour Details

Duration

2 Days

Pickup & drop off

Your Hotel in Aswan or Your Location

Location

Cairo, Luxor

Availability

Everyday

Tour Type

Private

Guide

En, Fr, De, It, Es, Ru, Nl

Overview

Explore the beauty of Egypt on Luxor and Cairo 2 Day Tour. A perfect Trip to learn more about the history and culture of these famous cities. Your trip starts in Cairo, where you’ll learn about old history by seeing the impressive Pyramids of Giza and the mysterious Sphinx. After a tasty lunch, go to the Egyptian Museum to see thousands of items, some of which are from Tutankhamun’s tomb.

The next day, you’ll go to Luxor to see the beautiful temples and tombs that make up this old city. In the Valley of the Kings, pharaohs were buried in tombs with lots of decorations. The Hatshepsut Temple, which is dedicated to one of Egypt’s few female kings, is a sight to behold.

Additionally, you will be visiting Karnak Temple, which is one of the world’s biggest temple buildings and has beautiful architecture and complex hieroglyphs. During the tour, you’ll be driven around in comfort and be led by Egyptologists who know a lot about these historical places and can bring them to life. This Luxor and Cairo 2 Day Tour is the perfect way to see the best of Luxor and Cairo in just two unforgettable days.

Tour Highlights

Luxor Attractions

Valley of The Kings

Hatshepsut Temple

Colossi of Memnon

Karnak Temple

Cairo Attractions

Giza Pyramids Complex

The Great Sphinx

The Valley Temple

The Egyptian Museum

Inclusions & Exclusions

Tour Inclusion:

One night at a luxurious 5-star hotel in Cairo.

Domestic flight tickets (Luxor to Cairo & Cairo to Aswan).

First-class train tickets from Aswan to Luxor.

Hassle-free pick-up services from your hotel in Aswan and return.

All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.

Personal Egyptologist Tour Guide.

Two sumptuous lunch meals during the tour.

Complimentary mineral water on board the vehicle.

Entrance fees for all mentioned sightseeing spots.

All taxes and service charges.

Tour Exclusion:

Any extras not specified in the program.

Tipping.

Tour Itinerary

Day One: Explore Luxor's Top Attractions

Your exhilarating Luxor and Cairo 2 Day Tour commences with a delightful breakfast. Our esteemed Egypt Travel Representative will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan, and from there, you’ll board the train to the timeless city of Luxor. Here, you’ll uncover some of the region’s most distinguished tourist attractions, starting with:

Valley of the Kings

The Valley of the Kings serves as a portal to paradise, once reserved for the greatest Kings and Queens of Egypt’s New Kingdom between 1570 and 1070 BC. It houses the final resting place of illustrious pharaohs such as Ramses II, Hatshepsut, Amenhotep I, and Tutankhamun. This remarkable site boasts 63 tombs filled with awe-inspiring statues, artifacts, treasures, and intricate decorations. In 1979, the Valley of the Kings earned recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Hatshepsut Temple

Queen Hatshepsut, one of Ancient Egypt’s most successful pharaohs and the only female ruler in its history, enjoyed a peaceful and prosperous reign. Her Mortuary Temple stands as a testament to her remarkable achievements, beautifully commemorated on its walls.

Colossi of Memnon

The legendary Colossi of Memnon safeguards the Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III. These two magnificent twin statues stand proudly at the entrance of Luxor, their majestic presence having earned them worldwide acclaim.

Lunchtime

After an inspiring morning, you’ll pause for lunch at a restaurant in Luxor before continuing your exploration:

Karnak Temple

The Karnak Temple is a colossal testament to human ingenuity. Encompassing a staggering 247 acres of land, it comprises three main structures adorned with unique drawings and decorations. This religious marvel was primarily constructed to honor Amun, Khonsu, and Mut.

Overnight

As the day’s sightseeing draws to a close, you’ll catch a flight to Cairo, where you’ll spend the night at a luxurious 5-star hotel.

Day Two: Uncover Cairo's Historic Landmarks

Day two begins with a delicious breakfast and hotel checkout. You’ll join your expert Tour Guide to continue your Cairo and Luxor Tour from Aswan, exploring Cairo’s renowned historical attractions:

Giza Pyramids Complex

This extraordinary historical destination was built during the reign of the Fourth Dynasty and continues to captivate millions of Egyptian visitors. The site boasts three monumental pyramids of stone, with the Pyramid of Cheops being the largest. Comprising 2,300,000 stone blocks, it stands as a testament to Pharaoh Khufu’s quest for eternal life.

The Great Pyramid

The Great Pyramid, constructed between 2609 BC and 2584 BC, serves as a heavenly stairwell to an otherworldly paradise. With its towering 147-meter height and an impressive 2.3 million limestone blocks, it houses the King’s chamber, Queen’s chamber, Grand Hall, and numerous other rooms.

The Great Sphinx

The Great Sphinx, guardian of the royal cemeteries at the Giza Complex, is believed to be dedicated to Pharaoh Khafre. Its unique amalgamation of a lion’s body and a human head symbolizes strength and wisdom, making it an enigmatic structure with a history as peculiar as its form.

The Valley Temple

One of the best-preserved monuments at the Giza Pyramids Complex, the Valley Temple was originally established as a Mortuary Temple for Pharaoh Cheops and his family. Subsequently, it became a popular site for the purification and mummification process of ancient kings and nobles, who were equipped with food, treasures, and golden possessions for the afterlife.

Lunchtime

Following an engaging morning of exploration, it’s time for lunch with your Egyptologist Tour Guide at the Pyramids and Nile View Restaurant before heading to visit:

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum houses a rare collection of relics spanning 5000 years of history, with over 250,000 genuine antiquities. Among its treasures is the captivating exhibition of King Tutankhamun, alongside thousands of other monumental artifacts and precious heirlooms.

After this inspiring visit, you’ll transfer to Cairo Airport for your return flight to Aswan, concluding your fantastic two-day Luxor and Cairo Tour from Aswan.