Cairo to Luxor Tour by Flight: Valley of Kings, Karnak & Ancient Thebes

Overview

Luxor Cairo to Luxor tour by flight tour About

This Cairo to Luxor tour by flight is designed for travelers who want to see Upper Egypt’s greatest monuments in the clearest, most time-efficient way possible.

In just two days, you move from the shadow of the pyramids to the temples and tombs of ancient Thebes, flying between the two capitals for maximum comfort and zero wasted hours.

From the moment you land in Luxor, the rhythm of the trip feels steady: smooth transfers, curated sightseeing, and a route built to reveal the city’s history layer by layer.


Whether it’s your first time in Egypt or you’re returning to explore more deeply, this Cairo to Luxor tour by flight journey balances movement and meaning beautifully.

Cairo to Luxor Tour by Flight Included & Excluded

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Cairo to Luxor Tour by Flight: Full Itinerary

Day 01

Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum & Cairo Highlights

 

Your first morning opens in Cairo, where ancient Egypt rises from the desert in perfect geometric lines.
A private guide meets you at the airport and begins your journey with the capital’s greatest landmarks.

Stops of the Day:

  • Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza

  • See the Sphinx and Valley Temple

  • Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum

  • Stroll through Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Lunch is served at a local restaurant overlooking either the Nile or the pyramids.

As evening sets in, your transfer heads back to Cairo Airport for your flight south, an effortless start to your Cairo Luxor flight tour.

Meals included: Lunch

West Bank Royal Tombs & East Bank Temples

 

Your day begins early in Luxor. A representative greets you at the airport, and your fly from Cairo to Luxor tour unfolds across the two legendary banks of the Nile.

West Bank Highlights:

  • Valley of the Kings (including 3 royal tombs)

  • Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari

  • Colossi of Memnon

Lunch is served in Luxor before crossing to the East Bank.

East Bank Highlights:

  • Karnak Temple Complex, Egypt’s largest religious structure

  • Luxor Temple, graceful columns, royal courts & night illumination

By evening, your guide escorts you back to the airport for your return flight, ending a complete Cairo to Luxor sightseeing tour by air in just one smooth, well-paced day.

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Why This Trip Works So Well

 

A Luxor tour from Cairo by flight saves hours of travel, keeps the pace clean, and lets you explore each site with clarity instead of rushing between them.

It’s ideal for travelers with limited time, or anyone who wants to experience Upper Egypt without an overnight stay.

The route also fits naturally within a Cairo Luxor round-trip flight tour, creating a loop that begins and ends in Cairo while covering the most meaningful temples and royal tombs.

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