Gateway Pharaoh — Makadi Bay 2-Day Cairo & Luxor Tour

A two-day cultural excursion from Makadi Bay that covers Cairo’s Giza plateau and museums, then Luxor’s royal necropolis and monumental temples, with flights and one-night 5* hotel stay included.

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Cairo Luxor tour: Overview

Overview

This two-day itinerary links Makadi Bay with the ancient capitals of Cairo and Luxor, concentrating two of Egypt’s richest archaeological zones into a compact visit.

The programme is designed to present major monuments on the Giza Plateau and important museum collections in Cairo on the first day, followed by an exploration of key New Kingdom tombs and temples in Luxor on the second day.

Highlights you will see

The Giza Pyramids Complex is a central focus of the first day. The three great pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure rise on the Giza Plateau and are described in the record as the last surviving wonder of the ancient world; they were built more than 4,500 years ago.

The Great Sphinx of Giza also forms part of the Giza group. The Sphinx is presented in the record as a colossal limestone figure carved from a single bedrock outcrop more than 4,500 years ago, traditionally shown with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh.

Nearby, the Valley Temple of Khafre is noted as one of the best-preserved Old Kingdom structures. The temple stands beside the Great Sphinx and is recorded as the site associated with the purification and mummification rituals of the pharaoh.

The programme in Cairo also includes the Grand Egyptian Museum. The overview identifies this museum as the largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilisation, housing more than 100,000 artefacts and offering displays that span Egypts long history.

In addition, the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square is listed among the city visits; the record describes it as a treasure house of antiquities with more than 120,000 objects covering millennia of material culture.

Luxor sites on day two

The second day focuses on Luxors west and east bank highlights. The Valley of the Kings is presented as the royal burial ground of the New Kingdom, set among desert hills on the west bank of the Nile and used for the interment of pharaohs for many generations.

Hatshepsuts mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahari is noted as a striking, terraced monument set against towering limestone cliffs, built for the powerful female pharaoh Hatshepsut.

The Colossi of Memnon are included as part of the Luxor sequence. The record describes these two monumental seated statues of Amenhotep III as standing about 18 metres tall and guarding the Theban necropolis.

Karnak Temple is highlighted as the vast temple complex on Luxors east bank. The overview records Karnak as the largest religious complex ever built, with construction and expansion carried out over nearly two thousand years by successive pharaohs.

Practical structure

The itinerary spans two days with one overnight stay in Luxor. Day one concentrates on Cairo and the Giza Plateau sites; day two concentrates on Luxors funerary and temple complexes on both banks of the Nile.

The schedule packs major monuments into a short period, offering a rapid introduction to both cities principal antiquities.

Who this suits

This programme is suitable for travellers seeking a condensed but focused visit to Egypts emblematic ancient sites, combining the Giza Plateau and Cairos principal museums with the New Kingdom tombs and temples around Luxor in a two-day sequence.

What the record does not specify

The factual record does not list specific operational details such as exact timings, the name of the Luxor overnight accommodation, detailed transfer arrangements, baggage allowances or flight and routing schedules. Those operational items should be confirmed with the tour organiser before travel.

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The Cairo Luxor tour Itinerary

Day 1: Day One:Discover Cairo Historical Landmarks

Begin the day visiting the Giza Pyramids Complex, where the program includes the Great Pyramid and nearby monuments such as the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple. The itinerary also includes visits to the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.

A lunch is included during the day. Following the Cairo visits, the package includes domestic flight travel between Cairo and Luxor and a one-night stay at a 5* hotel in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch

Accommodation: One-night accommodation at a 5* hotel in Luxor.

Day 2: Day Two:Tour to Luxor Tourist Attractions

On the second day the tour focuses on Luxor’s principal archaeological sites. Visits listed for this day include the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s mortuary temple (Deir el-Bahari), the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple. Entrance fees to the mentioned sites are included in the package.

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What Is Included

• One-night accommodation at 5* hotel in Luxor.
• Domestic flight tickets from Hurghada to Cairo & from Cairo to Luxor.
• Service of a professional tour guide.
• Entrance fees to the mentioned sights above.
• Bottled water during your trip.
• Pick up services from your hotel & return.
• Two lunch meals.
• Boat ride.
• All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle.
• Services charges and taxes.

What Is Not Included

• Any extras not mentioned in the program.
• Tipping.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cairo Luxor tour

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How long is the tour?

The program runs for 2 days with 1 night included.

Which sites are visited in Cairo?

Visits in Cairo and Giza include the Giza Pyramids Complex (including the Great Pyramid), the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple, the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.

Which sites are visited in Luxor?

In Luxor the itinerary covers the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple (Deir el-Bahari), the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple.

Are flights and transfers included?

Yes. Domestic flight tickets from Hurghada to Cairo and from Cairo to Luxor are included, along with all transfers by air-conditioned vehicle and hotel pickup and return.

Is accommodation included?

One night’s accommodation at a 5* hotel in Luxor is included; the record does not specify the hotel name.

What meals are provided?

Two lunches are included in the package; the record lists a lunch during the Cairo day.

Are entrance fees included?

Yes. Entrance fees for the sights mentioned in the itinerary are included.

What is not included?

Any extras not mentioned in the program and tipping are not included.

Is a guide included?

Yes. The service of a professional tour guide is included.

When you are ready to plan this Cairo Luxor tour, contact Gateway Pharaoh for the current operational details shown in the booking record.

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For general information about Egypt’s cultural heritage, consult the UNESCO World Heritage information for Egypt.