Egypt is a treasure trove of history and culture. Its ancient cities, Cairo and Alexandria, are brimming with iconic landmarks. For travelers in Luxor, a 3-day Cairo Alexandria tour by plane offers an enriching experience. It’s a journey through time, from the Pharaohs to the Mediterranean charm of Alexandria.
Day one takes you from Luxor to Cairo. Here, you’ll marvel at the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx. Day two is a road trip to Alexandria. You’ll explore the Qaitbay Fort and the mysterious Alexandria Catacombs. The city’s vibrant atmosphere and culinary delights add to the experience. Day three brings you back to Cairo. You’ll visit the Egyptian Museum, with its vast collection of artifacts, is another highlight, before returning to Luxor. This tour is a perfect blend of history, culture, and adventure. It’s an essential part of any Egypt travel itinerary.
650 USD per person in a twin room (2-16 people).
1105 USD per single traveler (Traveling alone).
Our Luxor day tours invite you to explore the wonders of Cairo during your stay in Luxor. Your 3-day Cairo and Alexandria tour from Luxor by plane begin with a transfer from your hotel in Luxor to Luxor Airport to fly to Cairo. Meet your guide outside the arrival terminal to commence your tour.
Today’s tour includes the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure with the great Sphinx. The only ancient wonder which still remains (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Are you ready to discover it from the inside? (Optional)
Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were constructed, and why they were constructed. Then, on to the first pyramid in history, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant. Then, transfer to your hotel for a free evening in Cairo.
Meals Plan: Lunch Only
Today, on your 3-day Cairo and Alexandria tour from Luxor, you will explore the enchanting City of Alexandria. Your tour includes the famous Roman Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. The catacombs are huge Egyptian tombs and royal cemeteries with Ptolemaic and Roman influences. The catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa are one the largest Roman burial sites not just in Alexandria but in Egypt. These catacombs started as a private tomb for a wealthy family, then became a public cemetery. The catacombs house more than 300 tombs.
From the catacombs to the Pompey’s Pillar. Many of the ancient historians did not tell us more details about the “Pompey’s Pillar” but about the buildings that stood nearby and have disappeared now. The hill on which the pillar is erected was covered with temples and houses a long time before the Roman era. It was the place of the Citadel of Rhakotis. A temple was dedicated to Osiris-Serapis was built on the mountain.
Then proceed to the Citadel of Qaitbay. The Citadel of Qaitbay in Alexandria is one of the most important fortifications in Egypt. It was constructed by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay to defend Egypt against the Ottomans/Turks. End your tour to Alexandria wonders with visiting the Library of Alexandria. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then travel back to Cairo.
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Explore the fantastic contents of the historical Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square in Cairo. Hundreds of objects from all periods of the Egyptian past are displayed on the two floors of the museum. From the museum to the Citadel of the Sunni Muslim leader Saladin, which was built in 1172 to protect Cairo against the Crusaders. The White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha is a prominent feature of the Citadel. You will finish your tour at the historical bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant.
Conclude your 3-day Cairo and Alexandria from Luxor by plane with a transfer to Cairo Airport to fly back to Luxor. Transfer to your hotel in Luxor.
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
