5 Day Cairo, Alexandria & Luxor Holiday From South Africa

on your arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative from “Egypt Best Vacations” will warmly welcome you, providing assistance with visa procedures and arrival formalities. Enjoy some leisure time as you transfer to your hotel, marking the commencement of your 5-day Cairo, Alexandria and Luxor holiday from South Africa. Experience the timeless wonders of Egypt with our meticulously crafted 5-day itineraries, designed to immerse you in the awe-inspiring history, culture, and beauty of this ancient land.

Your actual 5-day Egypt tour to Cairo, Alexandria and Luxor from South Africa begins when our tour guide collecting you from your hotel. The adventure unfolds as you explore the renowned Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the ancient site of Saqqara, initiating an unforgettable journey of discovery.

Today, you will visit the Giza Plateau. 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 of humanity, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara. Saqqara is one of the most important and richest necropolises in Egypt. It was the cemetery of Memphis, the 1^st capital city of United Egypt in 3200 BCE. Then transfer back to your hotel. 

Today, your 5-day Egypt itinerary from South Africa guides you to the historical wonders of Ancient Thebes, now known as modern Luxor. Explore the timeless treasures and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of this captivating city. So, take a transfer to Cairo Airport to fly to Luxor.

Upon arrival in Luxor, you will meet with your guide to commence your Luxor tour. Explore the magnificent Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried. Then  to the unique Hatshepsut Temple, the female pharaoh of Egypt for about 20 years. Then proceed to the Colossi of Memnon of Amenhotep III. 

Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then visit the impressive Temple of Karnak and the majestic Temple of Luxor. These temples were dedicated to the Theban Triad; Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Then transfer to Luxor Airport to fly back to Cairo. Transfer from Cairo Airport to your hotel.

Embark on a captivating Alexandria day trip from Cairo adding another enchanting day to your 5-day Egypt tour from South Africa. Upon arrival, you will visit 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 nearby 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.

From the Pompey’s Pillar to the magnificent 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.

You will end your Alexandria trip by visiting the Library of Alexandria. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then travel back to Cairo for the final night of your 5-day Cairo, Alexandria and Luxor holiday from South Africa.

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. Finish your tour today at the historical bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East.

Wrap up your 5-day Cairo, Alexandria and Luxor holiday from South Africa with a transfer to Cairo Airport for your departure. While bidding farewell might evoke a hint of sadness, seize the opportunity to inquire with our guides about your potential next adventure in Egypt.