7 Days Elite UNESCO Tour Cairo & Luxor

Arrival to Egypt – Sound & Light Show

• Welcome to Cairo: Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, our dedicated King Tut Tours representative will be waiting for you at the arrival gate. He will assist you with luggage handling and guide you smoothly through the passport control and visa procedures.

• Hotel Transfer: You will then be transferred by a private, modern, air-conditioned vehicle to your 5* hotel in Cairo for a hassle-free check-in, where you can unpack, relax, and settle in.

• Pyramids Sound & Light Show: After you have relaxed, you will head to the epic Giza Pyramids Complex in the evening to enjoy the enchanting Sound and Light Show, which beautifully narrates the story of the ancient Egyptians across the ages.

• Overnight: Enjoy a welcoming dinner at a premium restaurant before returning to your hotel for the night.

• Meals: Dinner

• Overnight: Cairo Hotel

Discovering Giza Pyramids Complex & The Grand Egyptian Museum

Visiting Giza Pyramids Complex

Morning Start: On the second day of your tour in Egypt, you will enjoy your breakfast at your hotel, and then your tour guide will pick you up from the hotel lobby to start a really incredible tour in Giza, where there are some of the most hypnotic ancient Egyptian attractions, and all tourists love to start their adventure in Egypt with.

Giza Pyramids Complex:

The Giza necropolis is considered one of the most important sites in Egypt, as it contains the best ancient attractions and the most breathtaking sightseeing that meant a lot to the ancients. You will find there the three main Pyramids of Giza.

in addition to so many other pyramids and attractions. You will also get a chance to explore the great Egyptian history through your tour guide, who will make sure that you learn everything regarding such an important civilization.

The Great Pyramid: The Pyramid of Khufu is considered one of the most impressive pyramids that have ever been built by the ancient Egyptians. It belongs to the second pharaoh of the 4th dynasty, King Pharaoh Khufu (2609 BC – 2584 BC).

who intended to build a tomb for himself in 2570 BC that is more impressive than any other tombs that have ever been built, and eventually, the result was the biggest and greatest pyramid to ever be built by the ancient Egyptians, and it took more than twenty years to be built.

The Great Sphinx:

You must have heard about the mythical Sphinx in Giza that acted as a guard to the complex thousands of years ago, and what really differentiates that sculpture from any other ancient statues is that it has the body of

a lion as a sign of power and the head of a man, and to be more specific, it is the head of Pharaoh Khafre (2558–2532 BC) himself. You will get thrilled after heading to that site and taking some amazing photos with the ones you love.

Lunch: After finishing your tour, you will be transferred to a pyramid-view restaurant where you will enjoy a delicious lunch meal while looking at the pyramids.

The Grand Egyptian Museum:

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a giant billion-dollar artistic and cosmic phenomenon that is aligned with the legendary pyramids of Giza and spans nearly 490,000 square meters. It serves as a gateway to 5,000 years of history.

illuminating the artistry, spirituality, and enduring legacy of ancient Egypt for generations to come. It bridges ancient Egypt and modern innovation through advanced architecture and immersive storytelling. GEM is designed to have one of the biggest conservation centers in the Middle East.

along with research labs and educational facilities dedicated to preserving Egypt’s heritage. Everyone can marvel at treasures such as the Hanging Obelisk, the 11-meter colossus of Ramses II, and the complete collection of over 5,000 artifacts from Tutankhamun.

Overnight: Then, your private driver will transfer you back to your 5* hotel in Cairo to enjoy a relaxing night and have a look at the amazing beauty of Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Cairo Hotel

• Morning Start: After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, head out with your guide to explore the vast archaeological fields of the ancient capital of Memphis.

• Saqqara Step Pyramid (UNESCO Site): Visit the Necropolis of Saqqara to witness the revolutionary Step Pyramid of Djoser, designed by the legendary architect Imhotep in the 27th century BC. This monument marks the historical birth of monumental stone architecture.

• Dahshur Pyramids (UNESCO Site): Drive further south to Dahshur to explore two of the best-preserved early pyramids built by King Sneferu: The Bent Pyramid, famous for its unique change in angle, and the Red Pyramid, which is the world’s first successful smooth-sided stone pyramid.

• Lunch: Enjoy a fantastic lunch at a high-quality local restaurant during the tour.

• Overnight: Drive back to your hotel in Cairo to spend a peaceful evening.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Overnight: Cairo Hotel

Fly to Luxor – The Wonders of Ancient Thebes West Bank

• Fly to Luxor: Early in the morning, check out from the hotel after breakfast, then transfer to Cairo Airport to catch your domestic flight to Luxor.

• West Bank Tour (UNESCO Site): Upon arrival at Luxor Airport, your expert tour guide and private driver will welcome you to begin an enchanting journey across the West Bank of Ancient Thebes.

• Valley of the Kings: The final resting place of Egypt’s New Kingdom rulers. The royal tombs are beautifully carved deep into the desert mountains and still retain their vibrant original colors and divine inscriptions.

• Hatshepsut Temple: Visit one of the most beautiful of all the temples of Ancient Egypt, built for Queen Hatshepsut on three giant levels rising from the desert floor.

• Colossi of Memnon: Stop for photos at the two massive stone statues of King Amenhotep III, which have stood as silent sentinels guarding the West Bank for millennia.

• Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a premium Nile-view restaurant in Luxor.

• Hotel Check-in: Transfer to your 5* hotel in Luxor for a smooth check-in and a relaxing evening.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Overnight: Luxor Hotel

Discover Luxor East Bank Wonders – Fly Back to Cairo

• Morning Start: Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel, then proceed with your expert guide to explore the majestic East Bank of Luxor.

• Karnak Temples Complex (UNESCO Site): No religious site in Egypt is more impressive than Karnak. It is the largest temple complex ever built by man, representing the combined achievement of many generations of ancient builders across 247 acres of land, featuring the breathtaking Hypostyle Hall.

• Luxor Temple (UNESCO Site): Visit the elegant Luxor Temple, located in the heart of the city, which was dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship and joined to Karnak by the majestic Avenue of Sphinxes.

• Lunch: Enjoy your lunch at a local high-quality restaurant in Luxor.

• Return Flight: After concluding the tour, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport to catch your domestic flight back to Cairo.

• Hotel Transfer: Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your 5* hotel in Cairo for the overnight.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Overnight: Cairo Hotel

The Splendors of Historic Cairo

• Drive Back to Cairo: After breakfast, check out and travel back to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will continue your exploration of Egypt’s cultural heritage.

• Salah El Din Citadel:

• Visit the majestic medieval fortress of Salah El Din, which served as the seat of Egyptian government for centuries, and explore the gorgeous Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali.

• The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC):

• Visit this state-of-the-art museum, which provides a comprehensive overview of Egypt’s long history, and step inside the world-famous Royal Mummies Hall.

• Lunch: Savor a delicious lunch at a premium local restaurant.

• Khan El Khalili Bazaar:

• Conclude your day with a gentle, delightful walk through the historic Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest open-air shopping markets in the Middle East, filled with unique souvenirs, spices, and perfumes.

• Overnight: Check into your 5* hotel in Cairo for a peaceful night’s stay.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Overnight: Cairo Hotel

Final Departure from Egypt

• Departure Day: Enjoy your final breakfast at the Cairo hotel, followed by a smooth check-out.

• Airport Transfer: Your private driver will pick you up and transfer you safely and comfortably to Cairo International Airport to catch your departure flight back home, concluding your marvelous 6 Days UNESCO tour across magical Lower Egypt.

• Meals: Breakfast