5-Day Trip to Egypt: Exploring Cairo, Alexandria, and Luxor
Embarking on a 5-day journey through Egypt offers an unforgettable adventure filled with ancient history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. From the bustling streets of Cairo to the coastal charm of Alexandria and the mystical temples of Luxor, this itinerary provides a comprehensive glimpse into Egypt’s rich heritage. Let’s explore how to make the most of this incredible trip.
Start your Egyptian adventure in Cairo, the bustling capital city known for its iconic pyramids and lively markets. Begin your day early with a visit to the Giza Plateau, home to the legendary Great Pyramid of Giza, Khafre’s Pyramid, and the Sphinx. These ancient monuments are marvels of engineering and provide a glimpse into Egypt’s glorious past.
Next, head to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, which houses an extensive collection of artifacts from Pharaonic Egypt, including treasures from Tutankhamun’s tomb. Afterward, explore the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a bustling market where you can shop for souvenirs, spices, and traditional crafts.
In the evening, consider a cruise along the Nile River or enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner at a local restaurant to experience authentic cuisine.
On the second day, take a scenic drive from Cairo to Alexandria, Egypt’s second-largest city located along the Mediterranean coast. The journey takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.
Begin your exploration at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern marvel and a tribute to the ancient Library of Alexandria. This cultural hub features museums, planetarium, and extensive book collections, symbolizing Egypt’s historical role as a center of learning.
Visit the Qaitbay Citadel, a fortress built in the 15th century on the site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The fortress offers panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea.
For history enthusiasts, the Roman Amphitheatre and the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa provide fascinating insights into Alexandria’s diverse past. End your day with a stroll along the Corniche, enjoying fresh seafood and the sea breeze.
Travel from Cairo to Luxor via a short flight or an overnight train for an efficient way to maximize your time. Luxor is often referred to as an open-air museum due to its extraordinary archaeological sites.
Start your day exploring the East Bank of the Nile, home to the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex. This vast site features massive columns, obelisks, and statues, showcasing the grandeur of ancient Egyptian religious architecture.
Next, visit the Luxor Temple, located in the city center. Illuminated at night, this temple is dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.
In the late afternoon, cross to the West Bank to see the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs like Tutankhamun and Ramses the Great were buried in elaborate tombs. Nearby, explore the Hatshepsut Temple, a stunning terraced structure dedicated to Egypt’s only female pharaoh.
Dedicate your fourth day to further exploring Luxor’s archaeological treasures. Visit the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that have stood for over 3,400 years.
Proceed to the Medinet Habu temple, a well-preserved mortuary temple of Ramesses III, known for its detailed reliefs depicting battles and religious rituals. For a more comprehensive experience, consider a hot air balloon ride over Luxor at sunrise, offering breathtaking aerial views of the temples and the Nile.
In the evening, relax by the Nile or enjoy a traditional Egyptian meal at a local restaurant, reflecting on the marvels uncovered during your explorations.
On your last day, fly back to Cairo from Luxor. Use the remaining hours to revisit favorite spots, shop for souvenirs, or explore neighborhoods like Zamalek or Coptic Cairo.
If time permits, visit the Saladin Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque, or enjoy a relaxing walk in the Al-Azhar Park, offering panoramic views of the city.
A 5-day trip to Egypt visiting Cairo, Alexandria, and Luxor offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. From the awe-inspiring pyramids to the ancient temples and vibrant coastal cities, this itinerary ensures an enriching experience that captures the essence of Egypt’s timeless allure. Plan ahead, stay curious, and prepare to be mesmerized by the land of Pharaohs.
Welcome to Egypt. Our airport transfer team is available 24/7. As soon as you get out of the exit gate of the Terminal, you will find Ancient Egypt Tours representative, holding a sign, waiting to meet and greet you. He will escort you to your private A/C vehicle. You will be transferred to the hotel and the reception manager will assist you in check-in procedures as smooth as possible. Ancient Egypt Tours agent will contact you to agree on a meeting time with you
In case you arrive early then check-in limit you can enjoy waiting in the hotel until check-in time or you can ask your operator to book you a pre-tour extra night and get checked in immediately
Optional Tour:
2-hour open buffet dinner Nile cruise including a belly dancer, local band and skirt rotation performer if your tour starts in Cairo
Sound and Light show if available
Enjoy your Cairo Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city Cairo and Giza. Start your tour by a visit to The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple.
Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant in Cairo.
Then we will move on to relish a trip to the Egyptian Museum which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, gold, and jewelry which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in 1920 when his tomb was excavated. In the evening you will be driven to Back to hotel
Enjoy your Alexandria Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city Alexandria. First visit Pompay’s Pillar. It was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the temple of the Serapis, it was once a magnificent structure rivaling the Soma and the Caesarean. Then you drive to visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria.
Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria.
then we proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (Light House) of Alexandria then to Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Finally, you will drive back to Cairo.
Discover the greatness of the ancient Pharaohs by visiting their legendary temples in Luxor. Start your tour by taking a domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival at Luxor, you will be met by our representative, then have a blissful day tour. starting with a visit to the famous Karnak Temple the largest place of worship that was ever built. Its ancient name Ipet-isut means “the most sacred of places.” The temple, or, more correctly, the complex of temples, was built more than two thousand years ago by generation after generation of pharaohs. Within the complex, the great “Hypostyle Hall” is an incredible forest of giant pillars.
Then move to Luxor Temple. It was built by Amenhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. King Ramses II was the most famous king in the 19th Dynasty. He ruled Egypt for about 67 years. It was dedicated to the great god Amun-Ra, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu together representing the Theban triad. Enjoy visiting the Obelisk of Ramses II in front of the 1st Pylon.
Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor.
then you will be visiting the West Bank of the river Nile to visit the two colossal statues of Amenhotep III (Colossi of Memnon), and then you will visit the Valley of the Kings, where lies the most magnificent tombs. Those tombs were carved deep into the desert rock, richly decorated and filled with treasures for the afterlife of the pharaohs, you will visit 3 tombs.
Later on, you will visit Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple at Deir El Bahary, this impressive temple dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut the only female pharaoh rises out of the desert plain in a series of elevated terraces. Then you will have the chance to enjoy some Free time at leisure in Luxor for shopping in the evening, you. Later you will be transferred back to the Luxor airport, you will be driven to Back to Cairo hotel.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you leave to the airport for your flight back home. Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up and transfer you to the airport.
If your flight is early before breakfast time you can make arrangements with the hotel to prepare a breakfast box for you to take it on your way to the airport
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| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 1420 $ |
| Twin Room | 1100 $ |
| Triple Room | 1000 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 950 $ |
| Twin Room | 750 $ |
| Triple Room | 675 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 1120 $ |
| Twin Room | 950 $ |
| Triple Room | 850 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 950 $ |
| Twin Room | 750 $ |
| Triple Room | 675 $ |
Price quotes are in USD per person per tour except for celebration. Please inquire for the prices of New Year, Christmas and Easter.
Tipping for a job well done is customary and highly expected in Egypt though it is not obligatory. Please feel welcomed but not obliged to offer a tip to your service provider
Notes:
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 OR 2 Child under 5 years old sharing parent’s room)
Children policy is not applied on all kinds of transportation (Flight, train or bus) full ticket payment is required
We are offering a considerable down payment of just 20% to secure your space on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services and 30% during Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination. Therefore, your booking will be a risk-free investment.
In case you cancel your trip, the following charges will be applied:
At any time after your booking is confirmed, Ancient Egypt Tours holds a 20% non-refundable deposit
7 days or less before departure, we will retain the 50% payment you have paid in relation to your booking.
We advise all clients to purchase travel insurance in the event that travel is unexpectedly interrupted due to illness. To confirm the booking, the client must pay a deposit of 20% of the total tour price.
Should the reservation be canceled, customers will be charged a fee depending on how far beyond the departure date the cancellation is made. To cancel, the Customer must notify the Tour Organizer in writing.
Full payment forfeiture in case of no show
All Transportation tickets are nonrefundable and there’s also a 5% transaction fee on refunds.
Here, at Ancient Egypt Tours, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values. We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination. In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid according to cancellation policy, unless you prefer to keep your payment available for future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations, we operate tours in. You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked. Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically.
After your tour is confirmed, we will email final confirmation and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will include contact numbers of your tour operator and customer care and additional information for your convenience.
