2-Day Luxor Tour from Cairo (Flights Included)

The desert cliffs of Luxor hold stories older than empire, and this private two-day escape lets you step straight into their shadow without losing time to the long road from Cairo. After making your own way to Cairo Airport, included domestic flights carry you to Egypt’s greatest open-air museum, where your private Egyptologist guide brings pharaohs, queens, gods, and sacred rituals vividly to life. On the West Bank, descend into the painted silence of the Valley of the Kings, stand before the elegant terraces of the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and feel dwarfed by the enduring Colossi of Memnon. Across the Nile, Luxor’s East Bank reveals a different kind of grandeur: the forest of columns inside Karnak Temple and the layered beauty of Luxor Temple, where ancient processions once moved beneath the sun. Tailored to your pace and interests, this compact journey ends with a return flight to Cairo and the rare feeling that you have touched the heart of ancient Egypt in just two unforgettable days.

Trip Highlights

• Fly from Cairo to Luxor on included domestic flights
• Descend into the Valley of the Kings' painted tombs
• Trace Hatshepsut's terraces beneath desert cliffs
• Stand before the towering Colossi of Memnon
• Walk Karnak Temple's Great Hypostyle Hall
• Marvel at Luxor Temple beside the Nile

• Private pick-up from your Cairo hotel or accommodation
• Private return transfer to your Cairo hotel or accommodation
• Domestic flight ticket: Cairo to Luxor
• Domestic flight ticket: Luxor to Cairo
• 1 night accommodation in Luxor at a 5-star hotel
• Daily breakfast at the hotel
• 2 lunches at local restaurants
• Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide during sightseeing tours
• Entrance fees to sites mentioned in the itinerary
• Private air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver
• Meet and assist services at Cairo and Luxor airports
• Local taxes and service charges

• International flights
• Egypt entry visa
• Travel insurance
• Optional tours, including Karnak Sound and Light Show
• Entrance to special tombs not included in the standard ticket, such as Tutankhamun or Seti I
• Drinks with meals, except drinks served with breakfast
• Personal expenses and souvenirs
• Gratuities for guide, driver, and hotel staff
• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

• Domestic flight times between Cairo and Luxor are subject to airline schedules and may change. Final pick-up and flight details will be confirmed before travel.
• The tour involves walking on uneven ground, temple floors, and sandy paths. Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, and a hat are strongly recommended.
• Luxor can be very hot, especially from May to September. Carry water, use sunscreen, and wear lightweight breathable clothing.
• Most domestic flights in Egypt allow limited checked luggage, often around 20 kg per person. Excess baggage fees may apply depending on the airline.
• Photography rules vary by site and may change without notice. Some tombs or indoor areas may require an additional camera ticket or restrict photography completely.
• A modest dress style is recommended when traveling in Egypt. Shoulders and knees should be covered when visiting religious or local community areas.
• Special tombs in the Valley of the Kings, such as Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses VI, usually require separate entrance tickets and are not included unless requested in advance.