Best 6‑Days Giza & Luxor Tour from the UK

Experience the ultimate bucket list adventure by going to one of the Seven Wonders of the World on a private tour with a guide. You will be back in time and see the great splendor of the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx with all the ancient awe. After hotel pickup, you will go to Giza Plateau, where you will be in the midst of these famous structures. Look at the mighty Great Pyramids, and your guide will tell you the engaging story of Ancient Egypt. This grand place, being the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, attracts millions of tourists every year and is still one of the most popular travel spots on the planet.

Your experience will lead you to an amazing panoramic viewpoint, where you can see the Pyramids at their best, with the breathtaking view. After that, come to the Great Sphinx, the enormous stone protector with the lion's body and man's head, which is the valley's watchman. You will also have a chance to go to the Valley Temple and discover the secrets of a civilization that is over 4,500 years old, between 2560 and 2540 BC. You can also visit a local market to look at traditional crafts or have a drink and relax before ending your memorable day in Giza.

To top off your adventure, treat yourself to a delightful lunch at the 9 Pyramids Lounge, where you can get a breathtaking view of the Pyramids and the nearby nature that won't be disturbed. Relax on classic cushions and rugs while tasting real Egyptian food that is carefully made and presented in a calm, outdoor environment.

Your Accommodation

• Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at First Residence - Deluxe Room

Your trip may begin with a seamless, private airport transfer with a local English-speaking representative. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, travelers may board a direct Luxor flight, with the latter average flight duration being nearly one hour. Due to limited regional weight limitations, checked bags to Luxor and Aswan have strict limits as follows:

An Economy ticket holder is allowed one piece, of up to 50 lbs (23 kg) maximum, while the premium class allocates 70 lbs (32 kg) maximum. The dimension of the checked bag is not to exceed 62 linear inches (158 cm).

Passengers are allowed one carry-on bag weighing up to 17 lbs (8 kg). Business class passengers may bring two carry-on items.

After arriving in Luxor, you’ll enjoy a private transfer to your hotel for a smooth start to your stay.

Luxor is considered as one of the biggest open-air museums in the world, and so many of the city's attractions make up some of Egypt's most stunning ancient sites, including the Karnak and Luxor Temples. Accompanied by your private Egyptologist guide, you will visit these very valuable UNESCO World Heritage Sites, learning from them the captivating history of Ancient Egypt. Start your visit with ancient Karnak temples as you walk along the Avenue of the Sphinxes and admire the towering sandstone columns, each of which was sailed in from 100 miles away along the Nile River. Gain insight into the enormity of the construction of the massive temple fronts.

Before continuing, stop at a nearby market to experience the local culture and vibrant atmosphere. Then, proceed to Luxor Temple, once connected to Karnak by the 1.25-mile Avenue of Sphinxes. Unlike other temples, Luxor Temple is dedicated to the renewal of kingship, providing insight into Egypt’s rich religious and political history. After your tour, you'll be transferred back to your hotel.

Where You’ll Be Staying

• Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa - Guest Room

Discover Egypt's most famous and historical places at the western bank of the Nile near Luxor. The private guide and the driver will take you to the ancient tombs and temples and make your unforgettable day. The first visit is to the Valley of the Kings where you will pass through the burial chambers of the pharaohs that are deeply carved into the rock. Marvel at the expansive necropolis and proceed to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a stunning multi-tiered edifice that is architecturally connected with the adjacent limestone rocks.

Next, you will take a tour of the Valley of the Queens, which is the place where a lot of the pharaohs' wives were buried. With a total of 70 tombs, among them the ones of royal offspring, the place is indeed very curious and offers a peep into the Ancient Egyptian kings and queens' lives. After that, you will go to the Valley of the Workers where the remnants of a village are still there, which was, in the past, the residence of the artisans and sculptors who were responsible for the making of the great tombs. Your next destination is the Temple of Ramses III, one of the temples that were called the best preserved in Egypt, where then you will be able to walk along the one that was dedicated to the god Thoth and his nearby Ptolemaic-era temple. The last thing to do in the day is to see the magnificent Colossi of Memnon, two gigantic statues that are still there after being through time.

You are going to visit Nefertari's tomb, which is often referred to as the "Sistine Chapel of Egypt," and considered one of the most stunning and well-preserved tombs in the area. The tomb that has been closed to the public since 1950 was restored and now shows the life and afterlife journey of Nefertari, the beloved queen of Ramses II. The inside world of vivid paintings gives the most intricate comprehension of the ancient Egyptians' thoughts regarding the afterlife.

Finally, enjoy some free time to explore at your own pace, or unwind at the Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa, your place of rest for the evening.
 

A private transfer is arranged between the airport and your hotel for your convenience.You will board a flight from Luxor with a direct route to Cairo, with an estimated flight time of about one hour. Please be aware of the following luggage guidelines for this regional flight:Each passenger is allowed one checked bag, with a weight limit of 50 lbs (23 kg) for Economy Class and 70 lbs (32 kg) for Business Class. The checked bag cannot exceed 62 linear inches (158 cm) in total dimensions.You are permitted one piece of carry-on luggage, with a maximum weight of 17 lbs (8 kg). Business Class passengers may carry two pieces of carry-on luggage.English-speaking representative provides assistance during the private transfer from the airport.On a private tour with an Egyptian Egyptologist guide, the deep history of Egypt can be learnt. Beginning your journey by the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, acquired a new name just the Egyptian Museum. It accommodates more than 120,000 artefacts of ancient Egypt, scattered about in its exhibition halls and store-rooms. Then proceed to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, overlooking Lake Ain El-Sira.Built on the historical grounds of El-Fustat Egypt's first capital the museum offers an insightful look at Egypt's evolution, from its earliest times to the present, through both permanent and rotating exhibitions. Your exploration continues with a visit to the Royal Mummy Hall, where the mummies of ancient Egypt's most influential rulers are displayed, carefully unearthed from their tombs in the Valley of the Kings and Queens.

Your accommodation for the stay:

• Kempinski Nile Hotel, Garden City Cairo
• Nile Deluxe Room

You will get to experience the best airport transfer since the representative- English-speaking- will assist you each step of the way.