Ultimate 6-Day Trip to Luxor, Cairo, and Alexandria by Flight: An Unforgettable Egyptian Adventure
Embarking on a 6-day journey through Egypt offers a unique blend of ancient history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. This carefully curated itinerary covers the highlights of Luxor, Cairo, and Alexandria, making the most of quick flights between these iconic cities. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a culture lover, or simply seeking an unforgettable travel experience, this trip promises a perfect blend of adventure and discovery.
Your Egyptian adventure begins in Luxor, often called the world’s greatest open-air museum. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and freshen up for an afternoon of exploration. Luxor is home to the majestic East Bank temples, including the Karnak Temple complex and Luxor Temple. These marvels of ancient Egyptian architecture are lit beautifully at night, offering a captivating first glimpse into Egypt’s glorious past.
Must-See in Luxor:
Dedicate your second day to exploring the West Bank of Luxor, home to the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs like Tutankhamun and Ramses the Great are buried. Visit the tombs decorated with elaborate hieroglyphic scenes that reveal the beliefs of the ancient Egyptians about the afterlife.
Next, explore the Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built into the cliffs, and the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues guarding the ancient Theban Necropolis.
Tip: Hire a knowledgeable guide to fully appreciate the history and significance of these sites.
On the morning of the third day, take a short flight from Luxor to Cairo, Egypt’s bustling capital. After checking into your hotel, venture to the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the only surviving wonder of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Explore the Pyramid of Khafre and Menkaure, and take memorable photos with the Great Sphinx.
In the evening, consider visiting the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to thousands of artifacts, including treasures from Tutankhamun’s tomb.
Spend your fourth day immersing yourself in Cairo’s rich cultural tapestry. Visit the historic Islamic Cairo district, with its medieval mosques, bustling bazaars like Khan El Khalili, and ancient mosques such as Al-Azhar and Sultan Hassan.
In the afternoon, explore Coptic Cairo, home to the Hanging Church and the Coptic Museum, showcasing Egypt’s Christian heritage. Wrap up your day with a relaxing cruise on the Nile, enjoying traditional Egyptian cuisine.
On the fifth day, take a short flight or drive to Alexandria, Egypt’s second-largest city on the Mediterranean coast. Known for its ancient library, beautiful beaches, and rich history, Alexandria offers a different perspective of Egypt.
Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern marvel inspired by the ancient Library of Alexandria. Explore Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Additionally, stroll along the Corniche, enjoying scenic views of the sea.
On your final day, explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an impressive blend of Roman, Greek, and Egyptian architectural styles. Visit the Montaza Palace Gardens for a peaceful retreat and panoramic views of the Mediterranean.
In the late afternoon, catch your flight back to Cairo or onward to your home country, carrying with you unforgettable memories of Egypt’s timeless wonders.
A 6-day trip to Luxor, Cairo, and Alexandria by flight offers a comprehensive glimpse into Egypt’s ancient civilization and vibrant culture. From the awe-inspiring pyramids and tombs to the bustling markets and Mediterranean beaches, this itinerary balances history, culture, and relaxation. Perfect for travelers seeking a compact yet enriching Egyptian adventure, this journey promises memories that will last a lifetime.
Plan your Egyptian escape today and explore the timeless treasures of Luxor, Cairo, and Alexandria!
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 Luxor Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city Luxor. Start your tour by a visit to the Valley of the Kings was created and used from approximately 1539 BC to 1075 BC. It contains some 60 tombs, starting with Thutmose I and ending with Ramses X or XI. The official name of the site was The Great and Majestic Necropolis of the Millions of Years of the Pharaoh, Life, Strength, Health in The West of Thebes, or more usually, the Great Field. The most famous tomb is KV62, the Tomb of King Tutankhamun. The discovery of King Tut’s tomb was made by Howard Carter in 1922, Tutankhamun’s tomb was the first royal tomb to be discovered that was still largely intact.
Then you will continue the tour to visit the Hatshepsut temple at El Deir El Bahary, this impressive temple was dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut the only female pharaoh. It rises out of the desert in a series of terraces and merges with the sheer limestone cliffs that surround it. Proceed to the two colossal statues of Amenhotep III, Colossi of Memnon are the two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. For 3,400 years they have sat in the Theban necropolis, across the River Nile from the city of Luxor. The original function of the Colossi was to stand guard at the entrance to Amenhotep’s memorial temple or mortuary temple. Back to hotel.
Enjoy your Luxor Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city Luxor. Start your tour by a visit to the Karnak Temples, the greatest example of worship in history and was dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu. It was constructed from the beginning of the Middle Kingdom to the Graeco Roman Kingdom.
Then move to Luxor Temple. It was built by Amunhotep 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 Obelisk of Ramses II in front of the 1st Pylon. and then you be transferred back to your hotel or Airport in Luxor or Train station by your private air-conditioned vehicle.
Ancient Egypt Tours had a great time with you and hope you have enjoyed your time and was satisfied with the services you were offered. Back to hotel.
Discover the greatness of the ancient Pharaohs by visiting their legendary Cairo or Giza. Start your tour by taking a domestic flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo, you will be met by our representative, then have a blissful day tour. starting with. 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.
oceed to have your lunch at local restaurant in Cairo.
Then we will move on to relish a trip to the Get ready to be astonished by The Grand Egyptian Museum tour. walking through layers and layer of Egyptian history. Each hall unpacks breathtaking artifacts. Each piece is loaded with history, architecture and significance. Experience King Tutankhamen’s possessions and history like you have never before. The visit lasts a couple of hours but the experience lasts for a life time.
Continue driving to Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar. 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 , Later you will be transferred back to the Cairo airport, you will be driven to Back to Luxor 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
Ancient Egypt Tours had a great time with you and hope you have enjoyed your time and was satisfied with the services you were offered
Meal: Breakfast
Room Type | Price/Person |
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Single Room | 1640 $ |
Twin Room | 1320 $ |
Triple Room | 1220 $ |
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Single Room | 1170 $ |
Twin Room | 900 $ |
Triple Room | 850 $ |
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Single Room | 1390 $ |
Twin Room | 1100 $ |
Triple Room | 1150 $ |
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Single Room | 1110 $ |
Twin Room | 900 $ |
Triple Room | 850 $ |
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.
If you are planning to visit Egypt, there are three types of visas that you can apply for: Visa on Arrival, E-Visa, and Free Visa. To obtain a Visa on Arrival that lasts for 30 days, you must be a citizen of one of the eligible countries, have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining, and pay $25 USD in cash at the airport border guard.
To apply for an E-Visa that also lasts for 30 days, you must have a valid passport with at least 8 months remaining, complete the online application, pay the e-visa fee, and print the e-visa to present it to the airport border guard.
If you are one of the lucky ones, you can obtain a free visa that lasts for 90 days.
Please note that the information provided here is current as of the time of writing and may be subject to change. It is always a good idea to check the latest travel advisories and visa requirements before planning your trip to Egypt. Read more about Egypt travel visa.
A hat to protect your head and face from the sun’s rays.
A camera to capture the beautiful sights and memories of your trip.
An umbrella to shield you from unexpected rain showers.
Comfortable shoes to keep your feet happy while exploring.
Sunblock and sunglasses to protect your skin and eyes from the sun.
Warm clothes if you’re traveling in winter, especially if you plan to visit the desert at night.
Cotton clothes if you’re traveling in summer, as they are breathable and lightweight.
Always wear comfortable shoes.
Medication for any pre-existing medical conditions or emergencies.
A valid passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of your arrival.
Buy a local SIM card.
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The temperature in Egypt varies from 14°C to 37°C. During summer, the temperature is hot but sometimes it becomes cold at night. In winter, the temperature is cool and mild. The average of low temperatures vary from 9.5°C in the wintertime to 23°C in the summertime and the average high temperatures vary from 17°C in the wintertime to 32°C in the summertime. The temperature is moderate all along the coasts.
The temperature details of Egypt. According to Climates to Travel, Egypt’s climate is characterized by the scarcity of rainfall and the abundance of sunshine. In fact, in much of the country, occupied by the eastern part of the Sahara, the climate is desert. Only on the northern coast, overlooking the Mediterranean, there is a certain amount of rain in winter. As for the temperatures, they are milder on the north coast, while they gradually get warmer as you go south. Along the Red Sea coast, temperatures are higher than on the Mediterranean coast but lower than in inland areas. However, summer is very hot. The only mountainous areas, where it can get cold in winter, are located in the east, on the Sinai Peninsula.
You will feel safe in Egypt as the current atmosphere of the country is quite peaceful after the government took powerful measures like restructuring the entire tourist police to include all the important and tourist attractions in Egypt. Read more about is it safe to travel to Egypt.
Arabic is the official language and Most Egyptians, who live in the cities, speak or understand English or at least some English words or phrases. Fewer Egyptians can speak French, Italian, Spanish, and German. Professional tour guides, who work in the tourism sector, are equipped to handle visitors who cannot speak Arabic and they will speak enough English and other languages to fulfill the needs of all our clients.