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Luxor Highlights Day Trip from Cairo
Take a day trip by air from Cairo to Luxor to visit Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple with private guiding.
Private tour · approx. 12 hoursCairoPrivate planningFrom USD 85
A closer look.
Fly from Cairo to Luxor for a day exploring both banks of the Nile.
Visit the royal tombs and Hatshepsut Temple on the West Bank, then walk through Karnak's courtyards and columned halls. Your quotation confirms return flights, local transport and the visiting schedule.
- Round-trip Cairo to Luxor flights
- Valley of the Kings royal tombs
- Terraced Temple of Hatshepsut
- Twin Colossi of Memnon
- Karnak Temple hypostyle forest
A glimpse of the journey.
Destination photographs for inspiration. Select a photo to view it full size in a new tab. Photo credits and image changes.
Your itinerary.
Timings are coordinated around pickup, access and your agreed arrangements.
01
Cairo Pickup & Outbound Flight to Luxor
Take an early morning private transfer from your Cairo hotel to the airport. Fly south to Luxor where your dedicated Egyptologist guide meets your flight.
02
Luxor West Bank Necropolis & Funerary Temples
Cross the river to tour the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's dramatic cliffside sanctuary at Deir el-Bahari and the towering stone Colossi of Memnon.
03
Luxor East Bank: Karnak Temple
Recross the Nile to explore Karnak Temple's expansive East Bank complex, wandering among massive pylons, inscribed obelisks and the great forest of 134 stone pillars.
04
Return Transfer to Cairo
Transfer to Luxor airport for your evening flight back to Cairo, where your waiting private driver escorts you safely back to your hotel.
Included in the proposal.
- Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Cairo pickup point and back
- Private guiding or excursion coordination in the language confirmed in your quotation
- Planning and coordination for the route in your confirmed itinerary
- Domestic flights or train journeys listed as included in your quotation
Not included unless quoted.
- International airfares, Egyptian entry visas, and travel insurance
- Entrance fees, pyramid-interior tickets, special tomb tickets (including Tutankhamun's tomb) and optional activities, unless listed as included in your quotation
- Domestic flights, train tickets and overnight hotel stays, unless listed as included in your quotation
- Meals, drinks, personal purchases and optional equipment hire, unless listed as included
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, and crew
The practical details.
Tour Pricing per Person (Private Rates)
Solo Traveler: $136 | 2 Persons: $85 / person (Standard Rate) | 3 to 5 Persons: $70 / person | 6+ Persons: $59 / person. Children under 6 years are complimentary; children 6–11 receive a 50% discount. Includes private air-conditioned vehicle, licensed Egyptologist guide, and scheduled visits.
Walking, steps and sun protection
Expect steps, uneven ground and time in the sun at archaeological sites and desert stops. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and bring water and sun protection. Tell us about any walking or access needs before the route is confirmed.
Photos and confirmed arrangements
Photos illustrate the destinations on this route. Your quotation confirms the transport, accommodation and tickets included in your booking; a photograph does not identify a particular vehicle, hotel room or cruise ship.
The written quotation takes precedence over this suggested programme. Check the final services, guiding arrangements and any optional costs before confirming.
Good to know.
What are the rates for different group sizes?
This tour is private. Rates start at $85 per person for 2 guests. Solo travelers pay $136 for dedicated transport and guiding, while parties of 3–5 pay $70 per person, and 6+ guests pay $59 per person.
Are monument entrance tickets and meals included automatically?
Check your quotation for the entrance tickets, boat crossings, meals and transport included in the price. The itinerary shows the proposed visits; any extra tickets or services are confirmed separately before booking.
Can pickup times and pacing be adjusted for our group?
Yes. We can discuss pickup times, breaks and time at each stop when planning your private ground arrangements. Changes need to fit your hotel location, any flight or ship schedule and the time available for the visits.
Where will we be picked up?
Your Cairo hotel or an agreed meeting point. Your exact meeting details are agreed before travel.
How is my booking confirmed?
Send an enquiry first. We review availability and provide a written quotation with the itinerary, services, price and booking conditions. Sending the form does not reserve a service.
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