From Cairo: 5-Day Egypt Highlights Private Tour with Flights
Qasr El-Nil, Cairo
Discover the highlights of Egypt on a private 5-day tour with flight tickets. Learn about the rich history of Egypt with visits to Cairo, the Pyramids of Giza, the temples of Luxor, and Alexandria.
Private 5-Day Egypt Tour Including Flights, Accommodation, and Guided Sightseeing
This private 5-day tour covers Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Alexandria, ideal for travelers seeking in-depth historical and cultural experiences with expert guides.
Highlights
- Explore Egypt’s key sites with a private Egyptologist guide
- Visit the Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum in Cairo
- Hot air balloon sunrise flight over Luxor (weather permitting)
- Walk through the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Karnak, and temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari
- Tour historic Alexandria, including the Great Library and Citadel of Qaitbay
Itinerary
Day 1: Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum & Travel to Luxor
- Hotel pickup in Cairo
- Guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza with an Egyptologist
- Visit the Egyptian Museum to see over 150,000 artifacts, including Tutankhamun’s treasures
- Traditional lunch at a local restaurant
- Transfer to Cairo Airport for evening flight to Luxor
- Meet representative at Luxor Airport and transfer to hotel
Day 2: Hot Air Balloon & Luxor West Bank & Temple of Karnak
- Early morning hot air balloon ride over Luxor (weather dependent; full refund if canceled)
- Visit Valley of the Kings to see tombs including that of Merneptah
- Explore Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon
- See Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III and Temple of Karnak on East Bank
- Board Nile cruise ship for overnight stay
Day 3: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples
- Breakfast on board the cruise
- Horse-drawn carriage ride to Edfu with group
- Guided visit to Temple of Horus
- Lunch on board
- Sail to Kom Ombo
- Visit Kom Ombo Temple with guide and group
- Dinner on board and free evening
Day 4: Abu Simbel & Travel to Cairo
- Early morning check-out (bags left at reception)
- Group visit to Abu Simbel temples with guide
- Discover twin temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari
- Transfer to Aswan Airport for flight to Cairo
- Transfer to Cairo hotel after airport arrival
Day 5: Alexandria Tour
- Travel to Alexandria by air-conditioned car
- Explore Kom El-Deka and catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Visit the Great Library of Alexandria and Citadel of Qaitbay
- Return to Cairo to end the tour
Inclusions
- Private hotel pickup and drop-off throughout the tour
- Private air-conditioned vehicles with licensed drivers
- Domestic flights: Cairo-Luxor, Luxor-Cairo, Aswan-Cairo
- Airport transfers with meet and greet service
- Accommodation:
- 1 night in a 4-star hotel in Cairo
- 1 night in a 4-star hotel in Luxor
- 2 nights on a luxury 5-star Nile cruise ship
- All meals onboard the cruise; traditional lunches in Cairo and Alexandria
- VIP sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide throughout the tour
- Horse-drawn carriage ride in Edfu
- 24/7 customer support via WhatsApp and email
Exclusions
- Tips
- Entrance fees
- Non-English-speaking guides (Spanish, German, Italian, or French guides available as add-ons)
Important Information
- Flight information is required after booking to confirm the tour
- You will be contacted one day before departure via WhatsApp and email with pickup details
- Hot air balloon rides are weather dependent; a full refund is provided if canceled
- Contact the operator immediately if you do not receive pre-tour communications
- Support is available at any time during the tour
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book early to secure your preferred dates. Carry sun protection, comfortable walking shoes, and a valid ID for flights and entrance fees. The hot air balloon ride is best experienced at sunrise and may be canceled due to weather.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour includes visits to Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Alexandria.
Yes, domestic flights between Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan are included in the tour package.
An expert Egyptologist guide leads all visits to major sites such as the Pyramids of Giza.
Yes, accommodation is provided throughout the tour and included in the package.
Yes, the tour features a sunrise hot air balloon flight over Luxor.
The tour visits key historic monuments in Alexandria, including notable temples and landmarks.
Specific flight duration varies; check the tour provider’s details for current information.
Entrance fees to major sites visited during the tour are typically included, but confirm with the tour operator.
Yes, the tour is designed for all travelers and includes expert guidance to explain historical contexts clearly.
No, all internal flights and transfers between cities are arranged as part of the tour package.
