3 Day Cairo & Luxor Tour by Flight

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Private 3-day Cairo and Luxor tour by flight. Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum, Karnak, Valley of the Kings. Steigenberger hotels. From $900 including flights.

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Duration: 3 days / 2 nights

Group Size: 2-12 people

Cities: Cairo, Luxor

Tour Type: Cultural, Historical

Accommodation: 5-Star Hotels

SKU: MET-3DCL Category: Egypt Historical Tours

Three days, two cities, one domestic flight. Cairo gets you the Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Luxor gets you Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, and Hatshepsut’s Temple. Trying to do Luxor by train means 10 hours each way — that kills two full days. Flying takes 1 hour.

This tour is for people who want the highlights of Upper Egypt but don’t have a week. You land in Cairo, see the Pyramids, fly to Luxor the next morning, see the temples, fly back. Tight schedule but doable.

What you actually see

Day 1 — Cairo. Giza Plateau first. We get there when gates open at 8 AM. Three pyramids, the Sphinx, the Valley Temple. Your guide handles tickets. Then the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) — 2.5 hours in the Tutankhamun galleries and the grand staircase. Overnight at Steigenberger Pyramids.

Day 2 — Luxor, East Bank. 5 AM transfer to Cairo airport. EgyptAir flight MS 060 or similar departs 6:30 AM. You’re in Luxor by 7:30 AM. Check in, quick breakfast, then Karnak Temple — the Hypostyle Hall with 134 columns is the highlight, allow 2 hours. Lunch on the Nile corniche. Afternoon: Luxor Temple. Best seen in late afternoon light or after dark when it’s illuminated. Overnight at Steigenberger Nile Palace.

Day 3 — Luxor, West Bank. 7 AM pickup. Valley of the Kings — your ticket covers 3 tombs, we pick the best open ones (Ramses III, Ramses IX, Merenptah are usually good). Tutankhamun and Seti I cost extra ($20-25) and are worth it for Seti. Then Hatshepsut’s Temple (45 minutes) and the Colossi of Memnon (15-minute photo stop). Lunch. Afternoon flight back to Cairo. Arrive 5-6 PM. Drop-off at airport or hotel.

About the flight

The Cairo-Luxor flight is 1 hour. EgyptAir runs it multiple times daily. Luggage allowance: 23 kg checked, 7 kg carry-on per person. We book your tickets and send you the e-tickets 2 weeks before arrival.

Morning flights fill up fast, especially October to April. Book at least 6 weeks ahead. If the 6:30 AM flight is full, we book the 7:15 AM and adjust the schedule — it just means less time at Karnak.

Important note on pricing: The $900 price includes round-trip economy tickets on EgyptAir, but flight prices change. If you book more than 3 months out, the flight portion is usually around $150-200 per person. If you book last-minute (under 3 weeks), the flight can cost $300-400 per person, and we’ll quote you the difference before confirming. We don’t markup the flight — you pay what EgyptAir charges. Once your booking is confirmed, the price is locked.

The hotels

Steigenberger Pyramids (Cairo, 1 night). 5-star, pyramid views from some rooms. 10 minutes from the Giza plateau. 45 minutes from downtown in normal traffic.

Steigenberger Nile Palace (Luxor, 1 night). 5-star on the Nile corniche. Walking distance to Luxor Temple. Pool, decent breakfast, Egyptian and international restaurants.

What’s included

1 night at Steigenberger Pyramids (Cairo)
1 night at Steigenberger Nile Palace (Luxor)
Round-trip Cairo-Luxor flights (economy) — see pricing note above
Daily breakfast
Lunch on all three tour days
All entrance fees (Giza Plateau, GEM, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut)
Private A/C vehicle in both cities
English-speaking Egyptologist guide in each city
Airport transfers in Cairo and Luxor
Bottled water during tours

What’s not included

International flights
Visa ($25 on arrival for most nationalities)
Dinner
Tips for guide and driver ($10-15 per person per day)
Inside the Great Pyramid or extra tombs in Valley of the Kings
Optional hot air balloon in Luxor ($120-150)
Travel insurance

Honest notes

Three days is short for Cairo + Luxor. You’ll be moving fast. If you want slower days and more time at each site, book the 5-day version.

The Valley of the Kings is hot. Even in winter, temperatures hit 30°C inside the tombs. Bring water, wear a hat, and go early. The site opens at 6 AM in summer.

Luxor’s West Bank tombs are photographed heavily on the internet. In person, they’re darker and more cramped than photos suggest. The colors on the ceilings are real and worth looking up for.

The overnight in Luxor means packing light for one night. Leave your big suitcase in Cairo at the Steigenberger Pyramids and travel with a small bag. We can arrange luggage storage — just ask.

Who this is for

Travelers with limited time who want both Cairo and Luxor
People who’d rather fly than take the 10-hour train
Anyone who wants to see the Valley of the Kings at least once
Fit travelers who don’t mind 5 AM wake-ups

Who this is not for

Families with kids under 8 (the schedule is intense)
People who want a Nile cruise (book the 7-day version)
Anyone who hates early flights
Travelers who want Aswan and Abu Simbel (need 5+ days)

Day 1 Cairo — Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum

8:00 AM — Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport. Our rep holds a sign with your name, handles visa paperwork, and drives you to Steigenberger Pyramids. The transfer takes 25 minutes if you land before 4 PM, 45 minutes after.

Check-in, quick change, out by 10:00 AM.

Giza Plateau. Your guide handles tickets. We cover the three pyramids (Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure), the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. Bring a hat and water — the plateau has no shade.

12:30 PM — Lunch at a local restaurant near the plateau. Koshari, grilled chicken, or a mixed grill.

2:00 PM — Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Allow 2.5 hours. The Tutankhamun galleries are the main draw. The grand staircase has a view over the Pyramids through the glass wall. Air-conditioned — a relief after the plateau.

5:00 PM — Back at the hotel. Evening free. If you want the Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids, we can arrange it (extra $35).

Stay: Steigenberger Pyramids Meals: Lunch

Day 2 Fly to Luxor — Karnak & Luxor Temple

4:30 AM — Hotel pickup. Transfer to Cairo International Airport (Terminal 3 for domestic EgyptAir).

6:30 AM — EgyptAir flight MS 060 or similar to Luxor. Flight time: 1 hour. Luggage: 23 kg checked, 7 kg carry-on per person.

7:30 AM — Arrive Luxor. Our Luxor rep meets you at arrivals and drives you to Steigenberger Nile Palace. Quick breakfast, drop bags.

9:30 AM — Karnak Temple. Allow 2 hours. The Hypostyle Hall has 134 columns, 21 meters tall in the center. Walk through the Great Court and down to the Sacred Lake. Your guide explains the carvings, not just the postcard spots.

12:30 PM — Lunch on the Nile corniche. Fresh fish, grilled chicken, or a mixed mezze plate.

2:00 PM — Luxor Temple. Smaller than Karnak, more intact, right in the middle of the city. The Avenue of Sphinxes connects it to Karnak. The best photos are in late afternoon light or after dark when the temple is illuminated.

5:00 PM — Back at the hotel. Evening free. The Luxor Museum (open until 9 PM) is worth an hour if you have energy.

NOTE — Morning flights from Cairo fill up fast, especially October to April. Book at least 6 weeks ahead. If the 6:30 AM is full, we book 7:15 AM and adjust Karnak to the afternoon.

Stay: Steigenberger Nile Palace, Luxor Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 Luxor West Bank — Valley of the Kings, Fly Back to Cairo

7:00 AM — Hotel pickup. Cross to the West Bank by bridge or local ferry.

7:45 AM — Valley of the Kings. Opens 6 AM in summer, 7 AM in winter. Your ticket covers 3 tombs of your choice from the open ones. Standard picks: Ramses III, Ramses IX, Merenptah. Extra tombs: Tutankhamun ($20, small but has the mummy) and Seti I ($25, best carvings in the valley, worth it). The tombs are hot inside — 30°C even in winter. Bring water.

10:30 AM — Hatshepsut's Temple at Deir el-Bahari. 45 minutes. Three terraces cut into the cliff. The reliefs on the middle terrace are the highlight.

11:45 AM — Colossi of Memnon. Two 18-meter statues. 15-minute photo stop. There's a small vendor market behind them — skip the touts.

12:30 PM — Lunch at a West Bank restaurant. Simple food, cold drinks.

2:00 PM — Optional: Luxor Museum or a felucca ride on the Nile (1 hour). If your flight is at 4 PM, we skip this.

4:00 PM — Transfer to Luxor International Airport. EgyptAir flight MS 069 or similar to Cairo. 1 hour.

5:30 PM — Arrive Cairo. Drop-off at your hotel or Cairo International Airport for departure. If your international flight is early the next morning, tell us and we arrange a hotel near the airport instead.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Why fly instead of taking the train to Luxor? +

The train from Cairo to Luxor is 10 hours overnight. The flight is 1 hour. Flying saves you two full days of travel time, which matters on a 3-day tour. The flight costs about $150-200 per person round trip and is included in the tour price.

Is the Cairo-Luxor flight included in the $900 price? +

Yes, round-trip economy tickets on EgyptAir are included. But flight prices change. Booked 3+ months out, the flight portion is around $150-200 per person. Last-minute (under 3 weeks), it can be $300-400 per person. We don't markup the flight — you pay what EgyptAir charges. We'll quote you the exact price before confirming.

Do flight prices fluctuate after I book? +

No. Once we confirm your booking and issue the e-tickets, the price is locked. What changes is only the quote if you book late — EgyptAir raises prices as departure nears.

What if the morning flight from Cairo is fully booked? +

We book the next available flight (usually 7:15 AM or 8:00 AM) and adjust the day's schedule. Karnak moves to the afternoon. It doesn't change what you see, just the order.

Can I stay both nights in Cairo instead of one night in Luxor? +

No. The Luxor sites need two half-days minimum. Flying Cairo-Luxor-Cairo in one day means 4 AM wake-up, no time to eat properly, and rushed visits at both Karnak and the Valley of the Kings. Book the 5-day version if you want to base yourself in Cairo.

Is the hot air balloon ride in Luxor included? +

No. It's optional, $120-150 per person, and requires a 4:30 AM pickup. Most travelers do it on Day 3 morning instead of the standard West Bank start. Tell us in advance if you want it.

Are the Valley of the Kings tombs hot? +

Yes. Even in winter, tomb interiors reach 30°C (86°F). In summer they hit 40°C. Bring water, wear light clothing, and don't linger in the deepest chambers. The guards will let you sit at the entrance if you need a break.

Which tombs are included in the Valley of the Kings ticket? +

The standard ticket covers 3 tombs from the currently open set. We usually pick Ramses III, Ramses IX, and Merenptah — the best-preserved carvings. Tutankhamun ($20) and Seti I ($25) cost extra. Seti I is worth the upgrade.

Can I bring a large suitcase? +

Yes, but leave it in Cairo. We arrange free luggage storage at Steigenberger Pyramids. Travel to Luxor with a small bag (the domestic flight allows 23 kg checked, but managing a big suitcase for one night is annoying).

What's the best time of year for this tour? +

October to April. Summer (May-September) is brutal — Luxor regularly hits 45°C. If you come in summer, we start at 6 AM and finish by 1 PM.

How much should I tip? +

Budget $10-15 per person per day for the guide and driver in each city. Tips are not included in the price. In Egypt, tipping is expected, not optional.

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