Fly from Hurghada to experience two of Egypt’s greatest historic cities in one carefully planned trip. This two-day Cairo and Luxor tour from Hurghada is designed for travelers who want to see Cairo and Luxor without adding Abu Simbel or extending their holiday to three days.
The itinerary starts in Cairo with the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Valley Temple, and Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square before continuing by domestic flight to Luxor. The following day focuses on Karnak Temple and the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon.
This combination is ideal for travelers who want to see both cities in two days. Egypt Tours Group brings the two destinations together with private transfers, expert Egyptologist guidance, the domestic flights from Hurghada to Cairo and Cairo to Luxor, and a comfortable overnight stay in Luxor at a hotel in your selected category. After your Luxor sightseeing, return to your Hurghada hotel or the airport by private air-conditioned vehicle. Pickup is coordinated with the flight schedule and is available from your Hurghada hotel or the airport.
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2 Days Cairo & Luxor Tour from Hurghada by Air Itinerary
Your private pickup from your hotel or the airport in Hurghada is coordinated with your flight schedule. After your domestic flight to Cairo, your Egyptologist guide will meet you and begin the first part of your trip.
Giza Pyramids Complex:
Start at the Giza Plateau, where the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure form one of the world’s most recognizable archaeological landscapes. These colossal monuments, constructed around 2600 BC, represent the pinnacle of pharaonic engineering. Capture panoramic views, learn the stories of the builders, and feel the awe that has inspired travelers for centuries.
The Great Pyramid of Cheops:
The Great Pyramid of King Khufu originally stood at approximately 147 meters and was built from around 2.3 million limestone blocks. It is the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Its ingenious passageways, chambers, and King’s Chamber illustrate the precision of ancient Egyptian architects. Your included admission covers the Giza Plateau; admission inside the Great Pyramid is not included.
The Great Sphinx:
Nearby, the Great Sphinx combines the body of a lion with the head of a pharaoh and is traditionally associated with King Khafre. The statue has stood on the plateau for over 4,500 years. Learn about the fascinating Dream Stela of Thutmose IV, which still stands between its paws.
The Valley Temple:
Continue to the Valley Temple, a well-preserved Old Kingdom structure connected with the funerary rituals of Khafre. Built from limestone and granite, its architecture offers rare insight into ancient funerary practices.
Enjoy an Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to the Egyptian Museum.
Egyptian Museum:
Visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to collections covering thousands of years of Egyptian history.
Its collection includes royal statues, funerary objects, jewelry, and masterpieces of ancient art. Your guide will help put the exhibits into context, connecting what you see in the museum with the monuments explored earlier in the day.
After the visit, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor.
Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in your selected category. Check in and enjoy a comfortable overnight stay before the next day’s exploration.
After breakfast, begin your Luxor sightseeing with your private Egyptologist guide. Luxor is often described as the “world’s greatest open-air museum,” and the itinerary focuses on the major monuments that reveal the religious and funerary history of ancient Thebes.
Karnak Temple:
Begin at Karnak Temple, one of ancient Egypt’s largest religious complexes. Developed over approximately 2,000 years, the site was primarily dedicated to Amun-Ra and formed an important center of worship in ancient Thebes.
The complex was dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. The Great Hypostyle Hall is one of its defining features, containing 134 columns, while the complex also includes monumental pylons, sanctuaries, and the Sacred Lake.
Enjoy lunch on a picturesque Nile island, including a boat ride offering spectacular river views, before continuing to Luxor’s West Bank.
Valley of the Kings:
Explore the Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis where pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried in elaborately decorated rock-cut tombs.
Among the valley’s most famous rulers are Tutankhamun and Seti I. The painted walls and hieroglyphic texts reveal ancient Egyptian beliefs about death, the afterlife, and the journey of the deceased.
Hatshepsut Temple:
Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, a distinctive mortuary temple built during the reign of Queen Hatshepsut in the 15th century BC. The temple honors Amun.
Its three main terraces rise against the limestone cliffs, creating one of the most distinctive architectural landscapes on Luxor’s West Bank. Reliefs inside the temple record aspects of Hatshepsut’s reign, including her divine birth and trading expedition to Punt.
Colossi of Memnon:
Conclude the West Bank sightseeing at the Colossi of Memnon, two approximately 18-meter-high quartzite statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
The statues once stood at the entrance to his enormous mortuary temple. Although much of the original temple has disappeared, the two figures remain prominent landmarks on Luxor’s West Bank.
After completing the sightseeing, begin the return journey to Hurghada in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Your trip concludes with drop-off at your hotel or the airport in Hurghada.
Seeing Cairo and Luxor in the same trip allows you to experience two very different chapters of Egyptian history—from the pyramids and museum collections of the capital to the temples and royal tombs of ancient Thebes.
For travelers who want both destinations in two days, this tour provides a focused alternative to spending both days in one city. Fly from Hurghada to Cairo, continue by flight to Luxor, and stay overnight at a hotel in your selected category before the second day’s sightseeing. After exploring Luxor, return to your Hurghada hotel or the airport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
Private transfers and expert guides keep the experience organized from beginning to end. With Egypt Tours Group, you can focus on the monuments and stories rather than the logistics.
Tour Inclusions & Exclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off at your Hurghada hotel or the airport by private A/C vehicle.
- Domestic flights: Hurghada → Cairo and Cairo → Luxor.
- One night accommodation in a Luxor hotel in your selected category, with breakfast.
- Private, licensed Egyptologist guide during sightseeing on both days.
- Entrance fees for the scheduled sightseeing visits, including Giza Plateau admission. Admission inside the Great Pyramid is not included.
- 2 lunch meals in quality local restaurants.
- Bottled water during the tours.
- All service charges and taxes.
- Gratuities (tipping).
- Personal expenses such as souvenirs or extra drinks.
- Optional activities not listed in the program.
Tour Highlights & Travel Essentials
- Visiting the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx.
- Exploring the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square and its collections of ancient Egyptian art.
- Walking through the monumental Karnak Temple Complex.
- Discovering the painted tombs in the Valley of the Kings.
- Admiring the terraced Hatshepsut Temple at Deir el-Bahari.
- Stopping by the iconic Colossi of Memnon.
- A seamless Cairo and Luxor two-day trip from Hurghada with flights and private transfers included.
- Comfortable walking shoes for tombs and temples.
- Light cotton clothing for summer and warm layers for winter evenings.
- Sunhat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for protection.
- Valid passport.
- Personal medications and small cash for souvenirs or tips.
- Camera or smartphone to capture unforgettable moments.
- Full 2-day itinerary covering Cairo’s highlights and Luxor’s ancient wonders.
- Comfortable travel with domestic flights from Hurghada to Cairo and Cairo to Luxor, followed by a private road transfer back to Hurghada.
- Expert commentary and storytelling from a professional Egyptologist guide.
- Immersive experiences at the Pyramids, Museum, Karnak, and Valley of the Kings.
- One overnight stay in Luxor at a hotel in your selected category, with pickup and final drop-off at your Hurghada hotel or the airport.
- Before booking your 2 Days Cairo & Luxor Tour from Hurghada, we recommend checking our helpful travel resources. Learn about Egypt’s weather, visa requirements, packing tips, and cultural insights. Dive into our Egypt travel blogs to make your journey even smoother and more rewarding.
FAQs About 2 Days Cairo & Luxor Tour from Hurghada by Air
The program covers two days and includes domestic flights, private transfers, guided sightseeing, and one overnight stay in Luxor.
Yes. The package includes the domestic flight from Hurghada to Cairo and the connecting flight from Cairo to Luxor. The return from Luxor to your Hurghada hotel or the airport is by private air-conditioned vehicle on Day 2.
Yes. The sightseeing is arranged privately with your own Egyptologist guide and private air-conditioned transportation with a driver.
The Cairo portion includes the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Valley Temple, and Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Giza Plateau admission is included; admission inside the Great Pyramid is not included.
The Luxor itinerary covers Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Yes. The itinerary is particularly suitable for travelers who want to combine Cairo and Luxor in a short timeframe while avoiding a longer multi-day program.
Yes. Children and families can join. Consider the walking at archaeological sites and the flights and road return when planning the trip with children.
Comfortable walking shoes and light clothing are recommended, along with a sunhat and sunscreen. In winter, bring a jacket for cooler evenings in Luxor.
Accommodation & Activities
4★ Hotels
Luxor: Aracan Eatabe Luxor – Iberotel Luxor or similar.
| Per Person | May to September | October to April |
|---|---|---|
| 5-8 Persons | $495 | $520 |
| 2-4 Persons | $580 | $610 |
| Single | $770 | $815 |
5★ Hotels
Luxor: Sonesta St George – Steigenberger Nile Palace – Steigenberger Resort Achti or similar.
| Per Person | May to September | October to April |
|---|---|---|
| 5-8 Persons | $505 | $550 |
| 2-4 Persons | $595 | $635 |
| Single | $790 | $860 |
5★ Luxury Hotels
Luxor: Hilton Luxor Hotel or similar.
| Per Person | May to September | October to April |
|---|---|---|
| 5-8 Persons | $550 | $60 |
| 2-4 Persons | $635 | $685 |
| Single | $860 | $950 |
Rates for 5★ Ultra Luxury Hotels are available upon request.
Note: Prices may vary during Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays. Please contact us for the exact rate based on your travel date
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I went with my family on this trip for twelve days. The agency was very respectful with our preferences and budget. The transport was scheduled and we got the opportunity to visit various monuments along a marvelous guide called Ahmed Nasser.
Egypt tour group handled our 12 day tour perfectly. I can’t say enough of how all the arrangements we set up from the moment we got to Cairo airport there was always someone there to meet us. We transferred through 2 airports 4 cities and mutable hotels and never had to wait.
Excellent tour company! We did three tours. One day touring some of the Pyramids, a day trip to Alexandria and an epic 2 day trip from Cairo to Sinai to climb Mount Sinai. Excellent tour company!
Marian was absolutely wonderful!! She was a wealth of knowledge . She guided us to important parts of each temple and tomb.Letting us know what the meaning for the particular inscription.
We had Ayoub as our tour guide, he was absolutely amazing. Very knowledgable on Egypt and spoke English well. He also has a personality that is very easy to get along with and made our trip enjoyable
I went to Egypt recently and I had as a guide Mr Mohamed El Shemei which was excellent and made our experience amazing. He knew so much of Egypts history and he filled us with information however making sure it wasn’t boring.