Egypt’s Timeless Treasures – 5-Day Private Luxury Tour

Tour Highlights

• Private tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza
• Explore the new Grand Egyptian Museum
• Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara
• Descend into royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings
• Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari
• Karnak Temple's Hypostyle Hall

1. Day 1

   Arrival in Cairo

   Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will meet and assist you with all airport formalities. You will then be transferred in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to your luxury hotel in Cairo. The remainder of the evening is at leisure, giving you time to relax and prepare for your Egyptian adventure.

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   Sofitel Al Jazeera (or selected tier)
2. Day 2

   The Pyramids & The Grand Egyptian Museum

   After breakfast at your hotel, your private Egyptologist guide will take you on an unforgettable journey to the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza. Standing for over 4,500 years, these colossal monuments are the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World and remain a symbol of Egypt’s timeless grandeur. You will learn the fascinating stories of the pharaohs who commissioned them – Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure – and uncover the mysteries of their construction, engineering, and enduring legacy.

   Just nearby, you will encounter the enigmatic Great Sphinx of Giza, the monumental guardian of the plateau. Carved from a single limestone outcrop, the Sphinx combines the body of a lion with the face of a pharaoh, believed by many scholars to represent King Khafre. Its imposing presence has inspired countless legends and remains one of the world’s most photographed monuments.

   Your exploration continues at the spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), a state-of-the-art cultural landmark located near the pyramids. Here you will admire a collection of more than 100,000 artifacts that trace Egypt’s history from prehistory to the Greco-Roman era. The highlight for many is the dazzling treasure of King Tutankhamun, displayed in full for the first time, along with newly exhibited masterpieces such as the Solar Boat of Khufu, now preserved within the museum after being relocated from the pyramid complex. This visit offers an unparalleled insight into ancient Egyptian civilization and its extraordinary artistic achievements.

    Breakfast, Lunch.

   Sofitel Al Jazeera (or selected tier)Breakfast · Lunch
3. Day 3

   Saqqara, Coptic Cairo & Islamic Cairo – Flight to Luxor

   This morning, you’ll journey to Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the earliest monumental stone structure in history and the forerunner of the pyramids at Giza. You’ll also explore tombs adorned with intricate carvings depicting scenes of daily life more than four millennia ago.

   Next, discover Coptic Cairo, where early Christianity thrived. Visit the famous Hanging Church, built above the gates of a Roman fortress, and the Church of St. Sergius, said to be the resting place of the Holy Family. Continue into Islamic Cairo, exploring the medieval Citadel of Saladin and its jewel, the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, known as the Alabaster Mosque, with its grand domes and sweeping views over Cairo.

   In the evening, transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes. Upon arrival, you will be assisted and transferred to your hotel for overnight.

    Breakfast, Lunch.

   Sonesta St George Luxor (or selected tier)Breakfast · Lunch
4. Day 4

   The West Bank & East Bank of Luxor

   Today is dedicated to exploring the wonders of Luxor, often called the world’s greatest open-air museum. On the West Bank, step into the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of pharaohs including Tutankhamun and Ramses II, where richly decorated tombs depict the journey to the afterlife. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built into towering cliffs, dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female ruler. On your return, pause at the Colossi of Memnon, two colossal statues that have guarded the Theban plains for over 3,000 years.

   In the afternoon, cross to the East Bank to marvel at the Temple of Karnak, a sprawling complex with towering pylons, colossal statues, and the breathtaking Hypostyle Hall with its forest of giant columns. Conclude the day at the Temple of Luxor, where statues of Ramses II and elegant colonnades glow under the evening light.

    Breakfast, Lunch.

   Sonesta St George Luxor (or selected tier)Breakfast · Lunch
5. Day 5

   Return to Cairo & Departure

   After breakfast, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo, where you will connect to your international departure flight. Your Egyptian adventure ends, but the timeless memories of pyramids, temples, and tombs will stay with you forever.

    Breakfast.

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   | InclusionsMeet and assist upon arrival & departure in Cairo.Private transfers in modern air-conditioned vehicles.Domestic flights: Cairo–Luxor–Cairo.2 Nights Sofitel Al Jazeera Nile view.2 Night Sonesta St George Royal Club Nile View.Private Egyptlogist tour guide.Entrance fees to all listed sites.Meals as indicated day by day.ExclusionsInternational flights to/from Cairo.Egypt entry visa (if applicable).Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff.Optional activities or extensions.Travel insurance and personal expenses. | InclusionsMeet and assist upon arrival & departure in Cairo.Private transfers in modern air-conditioned vehicles.Domestic flights: Cairo–Luxor–Cairo.2 Nights Fairmont Nile City Nile view.2 Nights Steigenberger Nile Palace Nile view room.Private Egyptlogist tour guide.Entrance fees to all listed sites.Meals as indicated day by day.ExclusionsInternational flights to/from Cairo.Egypt entry visa (if applicable).Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff.Optional activities or extensions.Travel insurance and personal expenses.Entrance fees to all mentioned sites.Meals as indicated day by day.ExclusionsInternational flights to/from Cairo.Egypt entry visa (if applicable).Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff.Optional activities or extensions.Travel insurance and personal expenses. | InclusionsMeet and assist upon arrival & departure in Cairo.Private transfers in modern air-conditioned vehicles.Domestic flights: Cairo–Luxor–Cairo.2 Nights Four Seasons Nile Plaza Nile view.2 Nights Sofitel old Winter Palace Nile View room.Private Egyptlogist tour guide.Entrance fees to all listed sites.Meals as indicated day by day.ExclusionsInternational flights to/from Cairo.Egypt entry visa (if applicable).Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff.Optional activities or extensions.Travel insurance and personal expenses. |

   Breakfast