From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch
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Is From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch worth booking?
From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch is a 12-hour experience in Giza, Egypt, from $250 per person. It scores 44 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 44 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $250 per person
During your visit to Cairo, don't miss this amazing opportunity to visit the world's biggest open air museum; the charming city Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes and the greatest outdoor museum in the world. Discover the
What you get
- Transfers, pickup service from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and return by an A/C vehicle.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Egyptology English speaking guide.
- Domestic flights Cairo/Luxor and return
- Private tour to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple and more
- Bottle of water during the tour.
About this experience
During your visit to Cairo, don't miss this amazing opportunity to visit the world's biggest open air museum; the charming city Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes and the greatest outdoor museum in the world. Discover the unique and legendary temples of Luxor on a memorable full day private guided tour from Cairo by plane. On this private tour, fly from Cairo to Luxor for the day, and visit its main attractions where to enjoy your time at the colored tombs throughout the Valley of the Kings. Explore the unique Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari. Marvel at the gigantic statues known as the Colossi of Memnon. Tour the Karnak Temple, one of the finest examples of a site of worship in history. Admire the Luxor Temple made from glorious Nubian sandstone and marvel at the granite statues of Ramses the Great in the courtyard. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Relax with private, door-to-door airport transfers, round-trip flight, Egyptology tour guide and lunch included.
What's included
Included
- Transfers, pickup service from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and return by an A/C vehicle.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Egyptology English speaking guide.
- Domestic flights Cairo/Luxor and return
- Private tour to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple and more
- Bottle of water during the tour.
Not included
- Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing.
- Beverages during the lunch.
- Tipping to the guide and driver.
What you'll see and do
Cairo
Egypt Gift Tours representative will pick you up from 4:00 to 5:30 am (subject to flight schedule) at your hotel in Cairo or Giza in an air-conditioned car where you will head to Cairo Airport to take the one hour flight to Luxor. We will send you the flight tickets via whatsapp or email. Once you arrive at Cairo airport, use the flight tickets to get your boarding and wait at the departure hall for for the announcement of the take off of your flight to Luxor.
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Valley of the Kings
Upon your arrival at Luxor Airport, go outside through the exit door where you will meet your guide who will be waiting for you with sign of your name to start you day tour by driving to the west bank to visit the magnificent Valley of the Kings, original burial site of the boy King Tutankhamun; where the royal tombs from the New Kingdom were discovered carved deep into the desert rock, richly decorated and filled with treasures for the afterlife of the Pharaohs. Here you will also have the option to explore the tomb of King Tutankhamun.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Temple of Hatshepsut
Proceed to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut; this is a mortuary temple with a unique design as it is the only temple in Egypt built in terrace formation into the cliff face. Hatshepsut was a famous female pharaoh who reigned for about 20 years as one of Egypt's most successful rulers and wore a false beard and all the trappings of male pharaohs in order to claim the throne for herself. Listen to her exciting story and know how she succeeded to rule as a sole female pharaoh.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Colossi of Memnon
Next, make your way to the Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III and end you tour in the west bank by a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon which are two 17-meters gigantic sitting statues representing Amenophis III facing the Nile Stop for lunch at a good quality restaurant (drinks are not included).
10 minutes here
The Karnak Temple
Continue to Karnak temple the largest temple ever built, which is a series of temples, built in different reigns through out 2000 years and covering an area of about 63 acres. Hear the stories and legends of the ancient Egyptian goddess. Take memorial photos among its huge pillars and halls.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Luxor Temple
Finally head to Luxor temple, built by king Amonhotep III from the 18th. dynasty and completed by the great king Ramesses II during the 19th dynasty, where ancient Egyptian, Christian and Islamic features are exhibited. Admire its obelisk and well preserved statues.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Cairo
Around 21:00 pm (subject to flight schedule), you will be transferred to Luxor airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, our local representative will meet you, outside the arrival hall, then transfer you to your hotel in Cairo.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 120 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- ar, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Egypt Gift Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You will need to pay the entrance fees to the sightseeing by card.
- Don't forget to ask your hotel to prepare you breakfast boxes to take with you in the early morning.
- You will need to carry your passport with you for getting the boarding card.
- You will need to carry cash for water, drinks and Tipping to The guide and driver.
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Experience for Solo traveller!
Wow! Heba organised this trip and Hatem was my tour guide. Hatem was knowledgable, organised and all in all a wonderful tour guide. Highly recommended!!!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $250 to $750
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Egypt Gift Tours, who run 9 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.5.
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From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Giza.
How much does From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $250 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Giza usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch take?
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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Giza is not rushed.
Is From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 44 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Giza, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Giza can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Giza and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does From Cairo: Private Guided Day Tour to Luxor By Plane including Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Giza within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Giza?
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On Outty we rank every Giza experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pyramids Sphinx Camel ATV Bike Shopping and Nile Dinner Cruise, Cairo 8 Hour Private Tour of Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum, Pyramids Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum Nile Felucca or Bazaar. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Giza?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Giza?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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