Cairo to Luxor Tours

What our customers ask about Cairo to Luxor Tours

• What's a typical day-by-day itinerary from Cairo to Luxor?

  The journey begins with 2-3 days in Cairo exploring the Pyramids Sphinx and Egyptian Museum with accommodations at places like the Pyramids Park Resort. A flight to Aswan follows for 2 days at sites such as the High Dam and Philae Temple while staying at the Basma Hotel. Travelers then move by boat or vehicle to see Kom Ombo and Edfu temples. The final 2-3 days are spent in Luxor visiting the Valley of the Kings Karnak Temple and nearby monuments while staying at properties like the Iberotel Luxor. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The pacing was perfect - busy days exploring followed by relaxing evenings enjoying the views of the Nile."

• What are the main destinations visited between Cairo and Luxor?

  Key stops include the Pyramids and Sphinx in Giza the Egyptian Museum in Cairo Philae Temple in Aswan the Temple of Kom Ombo Temple of Edfu Karnak Temple in Luxor and the Valley of the Kings on Luxor's West Bank. Many tours add Dendera Temple while some extend to Abu Simbel. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The Valley of the Kings Abu Simbel and Karnak Temples were definitely the highlights. Having these incredible monuments almost to ourselves in the early morning was magical."

• What is the average price range for Cairo to Luxor tours?

  Prices span from USD 800 to 4300 with most quality mid-range options falling between USD 2000-2500. The 9-day "Highlights of Egypt" costs USD 2370 (USD 263 daily) while the upscale 12-day "Egypt: Pyramids White Desert & Nile" runs USD 4325 (USD 360 daily). Budget travelers can find options like the 6-day "Nefertity Mini" starting at USD 799. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The tour provided excellent value considering all the included activities and quality accommodations."

• What transportation methods are used between Cairo and Luxor?

  Travel combines domestic flights trains and boats. Most itineraries start with a flight from Cairo to Aswan followed by a Nile cruise or felucca boat to Luxor with temple stops en route. Some tours like "Highlights of Egypt" use modern buses for certain segments. Overnight train travel in sleeping berths is common with hotel stays at places like the Pyramids Park Resort in Cairo. According to a traveler: "The mix of transport kept things interesting - especially loved the traditional felucca ride on the Nile."

• What are the average tour lengths for trips from Cairo to Luxor?

  Tours typically span 6-12 days with most lasting 8-9 days. The "Highlights of Egypt" runs 9 days covering the Pyramids of Giza Aswan's temples and Luxor's Valley of the Kings. For shorter trips the "Nefertity Mini" offers a 6-day experience while the full "Egypt: Pyramids White Desert & Nile" extends to 12 days. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The 9-day itinerary was perfect - enough time to see everything without feeling rushed."

• What is the distance covered between Cairo and Luxor?

  The land route between Cairo and Luxor spans 671 kilometers (417 miles). Most tours cover this distance through a mix of domestic flights and Nile River cruises. The Cairo and Nile Cruise 7 Days Tour for example includes a flight from Cairo to Aswan then a cruise up the Nile to Luxor stopping at archaeological sites along the way.