After breakfast at your hotel, meet your professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to the Giza Plateau to explore some of Egypt’s most famous ancient monuments.

Pyramids of Giza

Discover the legendary Pyramids of Giza, built during the Old Kingdom approximately 4,500 years ago. Explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure while learning about the pharaohs who commissioned these extraordinary structures.

Enjoy time to admire the pyramids, take memorable photographs, and appreciate the remarkable engineering achievements of ancient Egyptian civilization.

The Great Sphinx

Continue to the Great Sphinx, the monumental limestone statue featuring a lion’s body and a human head, traditionally associated with Pharaoh Khafre. Learn about its significance in ancient Egyptian culture and admire this iconic monument of the Giza Plateau.

Valley Temple of Khafre

Visit the Valley Temple of Khafre, an important part of the pyramid complex. Constructed from massive limestone blocks with granite elements, the temple was associated with funerary rituals and provides insight into the religious practices of Egypt’s Old Kingdom.

Around midday, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to a carefully selected local restaurant, where you will enjoy lunch.

Grand Egyptian Museum

Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, located near the Giza Plateau. Officially opened on November 1, 2025, the museum presents an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, monumental statues, and archaeological treasures.

Explore its galleries and discover the treasures of Tutankhamun, learning about the young pharaoh’s life, burial, and remarkable funerary collection.

Overnight VIP Bus to Luxor

After completing your sightseeing, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to the VIP bus station. Board your overnight VIP bus for the journey from Cairo to Luxor, traveling south toward the historic heart of ancient Thebes.

Helpful Hint: Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring a hat and sunscreen, and carry drinking water. Keep your overnight travel essentials accessible during the bus journey.

Upon arrival in Luxor, meet your local representative and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to begin exploring the magnificent temples of ancient Thebes. Luxor was one of the most important religious centers of ancient Egypt and served as the capital during significant periods of the New Kingdom.

Karnak Temple

Explore the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious complexes ever constructed. Its development continued for approximately 2,000 years, beginning around 2000 BC, with successive pharaohs adding temples, courtyards, pylons, and monuments dedicated primarily to Amun-Ra.

Walk through its monumental entrances and admire the famous Great Hypostyle Hall, renowned for its 134 massive columns decorated with hieroglyphs and reliefs. Your guide will explain the religious significance of the complex and the role it played in ancient Egyptian ceremonies.

Luxor Temple

Continue to Luxor Temple, located in the heart of modern Luxor. Developed mainly during the New Kingdom, the temple was expanded by rulers including Amenhotep III in the 14th century BC and Ramesses II in the 13th century BC.

Explore its monumental entrance, colossal statues, elegant columns, and beautifully carved reliefs. Learn about the annual Opet Festival, during which sacred statues of the Theban gods were ceremonially transported between Karnak and Luxor Temple along the ancient processional route.

After your sightseeing, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Luxor. Check in and enjoy some time to relax after your journey and temple visits.

Helpful Hint: Wear comfortable walking shoes and carry drinking water. A hat and sunscreen are useful during outdoor sightseeing, especially in warmer months.

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and meet your Egyptologist guide. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor’s West Bank, home to some of ancient Egypt’s most remarkable royal tombs and funerary monuments.

Valley of the Kings

Begin your visit at the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground used primarily during the New Kingdom, approximately 1550–1070 BC. Hidden among the desert hills, the necropolis contains the tombs of pharaohs and other members of the royal elite, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun.

Enter selected tombs to admire their colorful wall paintings, hieroglyphs, and religious scenes illustrating ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife and the pharaoh’s journey into the next world.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built during the 18th Dynasty in the 15th century BC. The temple is famous for its three monumental terraces rising dramatically against the limestone cliffs of Deir El Bahari.

Explore its courtyards, colonnades, and decorated reliefs while learning about Queen Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt’s most influential female rulers.

Colossi of Memnon

Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, erected around 1350 BC. Standing approximately 18 meters tall, the statues once guarded the entrance to the pharaoh’s vast mortuary temple and remain among the most recognizable landmarks of the Theban Necropolis.

Return to Cairo by VIP Bus

After completing your sightseeing, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to the VIP bus station in Luxor. Board your VIP bus for the return journey to Cairo, traveling overnight.

Helpful Hint: Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water, a hat, and sunscreen. Keep your passport and essential belongings accessible for the overnight bus journey.

Upon arrival in Cairo, meet your representative and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to begin your guided tour of the city’s historic religious landmarks and traditional markets.

The Hanging Church

Visit the Hanging Church, one of the most famous historic churches in Old Cairo. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the church is known for its position above the gatehouse of the ancient Roman Fortress of Babylon and its rich Coptic Christian heritage.

Explore its distinctive architecture, wooden screens, religious icons, and historic atmosphere while learning about the development of Christianity in Egypt.

Ben Ezra Synagogue

Continue to the Ben Ezra Synagogue, an important landmark in Cairo’s Jewish heritage. The site is traditionally associated with the history of the Jewish community in Egypt and is especially known for the collection of historical documents discovered in its geniza, which provide valuable insight into centuries of social and religious life.

Saladin Citadel

Explore the historic Saladin Citadel, founded by Salah al-Din around 1176 AD. Positioned on the Mokattam Hills, the citadel served as a major military stronghold and center of political power in medieval Cairo.

Walk through its historic grounds and enjoy panoramic views across Cairo while learning about its role in the city’s defense and development.

Mosque of Muhammad Ali

Visit the magnificent Mosque of Muhammad Ali, built between 1830 and 1848. Admire its Ottoman-inspired architecture, grand domes, elegant minarets, and spacious interior while learning about Muhammad Ali Pasha’s influence on Egypt during the 19th century.

Around midday, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to a carefully selected local restaurant, where you will enjoy lunch.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Conclude your sightseeing at Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a historic marketplace dating back to the 14th century. Browse traditional handicrafts, jewelry, souvenirs, textiles, and decorative items while experiencing the lively atmosphere of one of Cairo’s most celebrated bazaars.

After your visit, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo and enjoy a relaxing evening.

Helpful Hint: Dress modestly when visiting religious sites and wear comfortable walking shoes. At the bazaar, compare prices before purchasing souvenirs and ask permission before photographing local people.

After breakfast at your hotel, check out and meet our representative, who will assist you with your departure arrangements.

Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your international departure.

We hope your journey through Cairo and Luxor has left you with unforgettable memories of the pyramids, magnificent temples, royal tombs, and historic landmarks of Egypt. Thank you for choosing Magic Egypt Tours, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another Egyptian adventure.

Helpful Hint: We recommend arriving at Cairo International Airport at least three hours before your international flight. Keep your passport, flight details, and travel documents easily accessible.

Meals: Breakfast Transfer: Private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport