Cairo: Private Day Trip to Luxor with Transfers and Flights
Luxor Governorate, Cairo
Fly to Luxor for the day on a private tour from Cairo, with flights and a hotel transfer. Visit Karnak Temple on the east bank and the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple on the west bank.
Overview
This full-day guided tour from Cairo includes a round-trip flight to Luxor and visits to key ancient temples and archaeological sites, ideal for history enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Fly to Luxor to explore the grandeur of ancient Egyptian temples.
- Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
- See the two massive stone statues of Amenhotep (Colossi of Memnon).
- Explore the Karnak and Luxor Temples.
- Tour the Valley of the Kings, featuring ancient royal tombs.
- Admire the landscape of Crystal Mountain.
Description
Begin your tour with an early morning transfer from your Cairo hotel to Cairo Airport for a flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, meet your guide and start at Karnak Temple, dedicated to the god Amon, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu.
Next, visit the Luxor Temple to see its courtyard and the granite statue of Ramses the Great, including the Avenue of Sphinxes. Continue to the Valley of the Kings to explore ancient royal tombs.
Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt’s only female pharaoh, then see the Colossi of Memnon, two giant statues representing Amenhotep III. Lunch will be provided during the tour. After the visit, transfer to Luxor Airport for the return flight to Cairo.
Note: Additional charges apply for pick-up or drop-off outside central Cairo locations including Cairo Airport, Sphinx Airport, New Administrative Capital, New Cairo, Heliopolis, Badr City, Shorouk, Rehab, Obour, Sheraton Almatar, Sheikh Zayed City, Ring Road, Mirage City, Meridian Airport, or Madinty City.
Includes
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Entrance fees to historical sites (excluding King Tut’s Tomb)
- All transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Private tour guide
- Return domestic flights between Cairo and Luxor
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- All taxes and service charges
Excludes
- Entry tickets to King Tut’s Tomb
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips
- Beverages and additional water during lunch
Important Information
- A copy of your passport must be sent to the local partner at least 2 days before the tour.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available for cancellations up to 24 hours before the tour.
Booking Tips
Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a camera. The best time to visit is during cooler morning hours.