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PyramidsAncient Giza & GEM
Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Saqqara and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
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Egypt Tours Club · Tour Overview
6-Day Egypt Old Capitals Tour
Explore Egypt’s old capitals through Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Old Cairo in one balanced six-day private journey.
6 days / 5 nightsStart and end in Cairo5-star hotels · Domestic flights
Quick answer
What does this 6-day old capitals tour include?
Five nights in selected 5-star hotels, airport assistance, private transfers, round-trip domestic flights between Cairo and Luxor, a qualified Egyptologist, entrance fees, daily breakfast and lunch on four sightseeing days.
Route overview
Six days connecting Egypt’s ancient, Mediterranean, pharaonic and spiritual capitals.
1Cairo ArrivalAirport assistance, private transfer and hotel check-in.
2Giza, GEM & SaqqaraPyramids, Great Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum and Saqqara.
3Alexandria Day TripCatacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel and return to Cairo.
4Luxor HighlightsFlight to Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Memnon and Karnak.
5Old CairoFlight back to Cairo, Coptic Cairo, Citadel and Khan El Khalili.
6Cairo DeparturePrivate transfer according to the confirmed departure schedule.
Tour Highlights
A journey through four historic capitals and multiple civilizations
8 key experiences
PyramidsCairoMediterranean Alexandria
Greco-Roman heritage, catacombs and Qaitbay Citadel.
LuxorPharaonic Luxor
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Memnon and Karnak.
Nile ValleySpiritual Old Cairo
Coptic Cairo, Saladin Citadel and Khan El Khalili.
What to Expect
A private cultural journey with flights, road travel and moderate walking
Private · Cultural
Private Egyptologist guide
Expert historical interpretation during all confirmed visits.
Domestic flights
Round-trip Cairo–Luxor flights operated according to availability.
Moderate walking
Expect museums, archaeological sites, stairs and uneven surfaces.
Alexandria road day
A full-day road excursion from Cairo with same-day return.
Breakfast and four lunches
Daily breakfast plus lunch on Days 2, 3, 4 and 5; drinks are separate.
5-star hotel stays
Overnights are planned in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan.
Additional Information
Practical details before you travel
A representative waits inside Cairo International Airport with a sign showing your name.
Four nights in Cairo and one night in Luxor in selected 5-star hotels with daily breakfast.
Cairo–Luxor–Cairo flights are operated by EgyptAir or Air Cairo depending on availability.
Breakfast daily and lunch on four sightseeing days. Share dietary needs in advance.
Comfortable shoes, sun protection and smart-casual clothing are recommended.
Visit order may change with traffic, flight times, opening hours, weather and local conditions.
A confirmation number and final tour details are supplied after booking is confirmed.
Extra Fees & Optional Add-ons
Optional costs and upgrades
Priced on request
Entry inside the pyramids
Special-entry tickets are separate from standard Giza admission.
OptionalMediterranean swim
A 30-minute swim may be added from May to August, subject to weather.
OptionalHot-air balloon in Luxor
Optional early-morning balloon flight over Luxor’s West Bank.
OptionalKarnak Sound & Light
Optional evening show at Karnak Temple.
OptionalLuxor Temple
Optional visit outside the fixed programme.
OptionalDrinks and hotel extras
Beverages, upgrades, extra nights, early check-in and late check-out may cost extra.
OptionalFlight extras
Extra baggage, seat selection and flight upgrades may require supplements.
OptionalAdditional transfers
Transfers outside the confirmed itinerary are charged separately.
OptionalFinal supplements depend on travel date, room occupancy, availability and selected services. The package page currently states a 50% deposit.
Ready to explore Egypt’s old capitals in six unforgettable days?
Review the detailed itinerary and request a quotation for your preferred dates and room type.
Egypt Tours Club · Day-by-Day Plan
6-Day Egypt Old Capitals Tour Itinerary
Explore Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Old Cairo in a balanced private journey through Egypt’s historic capitals.
6 days / 5 nightsStart and end in CairoCairo · Giza · Alexandria · Luxor · Old CairoPrivate cultural journey
DAY1CairoArrival in Cairo
Airport meet-and-assist, private transfer and hotel check-in.
An Egypt Tours Club representative will meet you at Cairo International Airport, assist with arrival procedures and escort you to your selected hotel. During the transfer, the representative will explain the confirmed schedule and answer your questions.
Included experiences
Optional Dinner Cruise
A Nile evening with buffet dinner and live entertainment, available for an additional fee.
Optional Cairo Experiences
Cairo by Night, a quad safari or the Pyramids Sound & Light Show may be requested for an additional fee.
AccommodationStandard 5-star hotel in Cairo
MealsBreakfast
TransportPrivate airport transfer
Note: Standard hotel check-in is available from 2:00 PM.
DAY2Giza & SaqqaraGiza Pyramids, GEM & Saqqara
Discover the Giza Plateau, Grand Egyptian Museum and Saqqara.
Meet your Egyptologist guide at the hotel and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to the confirmed sites. After the sightseeing program, return to your Cairo hotel.
Included experiences
Giza Pyramids & Great Sphinx
See the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the panoramic viewpoint, the Valley Temple and the Great Sphinx.
Grand Egyptian Museum
Explore the museum’s monumental spaces and ancient Egyptian collections.
Saqqara
Visit the archaeological area and its Step Pyramid complex.
Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Lunch is included during the sightseeing day.
AccommodationStandard 5-star hotel in Cairo
MealsBreakfast and lunch
TransportPrivate guided sightseeing
Note: Entry inside a pyramid requires a separate ticket.
DAY3AlexandriaAlexandria Day Tour
Visit the Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar and Qaitbay Citadel.
Depart Cairo with your guide for a full-day road excursion to Alexandria. Visit the listed archaeological and coastal sites, enjoy lunch and return to Cairo after the tour.
Included experiences
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
Explore the underground burial complex that blends Egyptian, Greek and Roman influences.
Pompey’s Pillar
See the monumental red-granite column and the remains of the Serapeum area.
Qaitbay Citadel
Visit the 15th-century coastal fortress built near the former site of Alexandria’s ancient lighthouse.
Mediterranean Swim
A 30-minute swim may be requested from May to August, subject to weather and an additional fee.
AccommodationStandard 5-star hotel in Cairo
MealsBreakfast and lunch
TransportCairo–Alexandria–Cairo by road
Note: The optional Mediterranean swim is only available from May to August.
DAY4Cairo → LuxorFly to Luxor & Explore the Ancient City
Fly to Luxor and visit the West Bank and Karnak Temple.
After hotel check-out, transfer to Cairo Airport for the domestic flight to Luxor. Meet your guide and continue with the confirmed sightseeing program before checking in at your Luxor hotel.
Included experiences
Valley of the Kings
Explore the royal burial valley and a selection of decorated tombs. Tutankhamun’s tomb requires a separate ticket.
Temple of Hatshepsut
Visit the terraced memorial temple at Deir el-Bahari.
Colossi of Memnon
Stop at the monumental seated statues of Amenhotep III.
Karnak Temple Complex
Explore the monumental temple complex, including its pylons, courts and Great Hypostyle Hall.
Hot-Air Balloon Ride
An early-morning balloon flight may be added for an additional fee.
Karnak Sound & Light or Luxor Temple
Optional evening experiences may be requested outside the fixed program.
AccommodationStandard 5-star hotel in Luxor
MealsBreakfast and lunch
TransportFlight Cairo → Luxor and private vehicle
Note: Domestic flight times and visit order depend on final confirmation and operational availability.
DAY5Luxor → CairoFly Back to Cairo & Visit Old Cairo
Explore Coptic and Islamic Cairo before returning to your Cairo hotel.
Complete the confirmed Old Cairo sightseeing program and transfer to Luxor Airport for the domestic flight back to Cairo. On arrival, continue to your hotel for the final overnight stay.
Included experiences
Old Coptic Cairo
Visit the Cavern Church area, Hanging Church, Babylon Fortress and St. George Church.
Saladin Citadel & Alabaster Mosque
Explore the historic fortress and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, with panoramic city views.
Al-Muizz Street & Khan El Khalili
Walk through historic Islamic Cairo and visit the famous bazaar.
AccommodationStandard 5-star hotel in Cairo
MealsBreakfast and lunch
TransportFlight Luxor → Cairo and private vehicle
Note: Cairo hotel check-in is available after 2:00 PM.
DAY6CairoDeparture
Private transfer according to your confirmed flight schedule.
Your pickup time will be arranged according to the confirmed departure details. A private driver will transfer you to Cairo International Airport or your next confirmed location.
Included experiences
Hotel Pickup
Pickup is scheduled according to the confirmed departure time.
Private Departure Transfer
Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to the airport or confirmed next location.
AccommodationCheck-out day
MealsBreakfast
TransportPrivate departure transfer
Note: Standard hotel check-out must be completed by 11:00 AM.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
What Is Included and Excluded?
Review the services covered by this six-day historical journey through Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Old Cairo, together with the optional and separately payable items identified on the package page. The published route includes round-trip domestic flights between Cairo and Luxor and five nights in selected 5-star hotels.
Tour Inclusions
Core services supported by the published packageAirport meet-and-assist and transfers
Meet-and-assist service at airports and coordinated private transfers for the published journey, including Cairo and Luxor airport movements.
5 nights in selected 5-star hotels
Five hotel nights on a bed-and-breakfast basis, with Cairo accommodation on Days 1, 2, 3 and 5 and Luxor accommodation on Day 4.
Private qualified Egyptologist guide
A private professional Egyptologist guide accompanies the sightseeing days and provides historical commentary at the listed sites.
Entrance fees to all listed attractions
Standard entrance fees and tickets are included for the attractions listed in the Cairo, Giza, Alexandria and Luxor program.
Round-trip Cairo–Luxor domestic flights
Domestic flights Cairo to Luxor on Day 4 and Luxor back to Cairo on Day 5 are included; the page states EgyptAir or AirCairo may operate them depending on availability.
Private air-conditioned transportation
Modern private air-conditioned cars, buses or minibuses are used for sightseeing and ground transportation during the tour.
Four complimentary lunches
Lunch is included on the four sightseeing days in Giza, Alexandria, Luxor and Old Cairo, alongside daily breakfast as published.
Unlimited bottled water during tours
Unlimited bottled water is available during the organized tours.
Local taxes and service charges
All local taxes and service charges related to the included package services are covered.
Tour Exclusions
Items identified as optional or separately payable on the package pageInternational airfare
International flights to and from Egypt are not included.
Drinks during meals and tours
All kinds of drinks during meals and tours are excluded unless otherwise confirmed.
Personal expenses
Shopping, laundry, hotel extras and other personal expenses are paid separately.
Optional Cairo activities
The Dinner Cruise, Cairo by Night, Quad Safari and Pyramids Light Show are optional activities with additional fees.
Mediterranean Sea swim
The optional 30-minute Mediterranean swim in Alexandria carries an additional fee and is available only from May to August if added.
Optional Luxor experiences
The hot-air balloon ride, Karnak Sound and Light Show and Luxor Temple are optional and carry additional fees.
Special entrance tickets
Entry to King Tutankhamun’s tomb is subject to an extra fee. The page also lists visiting the pyramids from inside under extra fees.
Tips and gratuities
Tips for guides, drivers and hotel staff are not included.
Additional unlisted services
Any additional service not clearly stated in the published program is excluded.
Accommodation5 hotel nightsFour nights in Cairo and one night in Luxor, in selected 5-star hotels on a bed-and-breakfast basis.
Internal travelCairo–Luxor–Cairo flightsRound-trip domestic flights connect Cairo and Luxor, with private ground transfers and sightseeing transport.
Historical routeCairo · Alexandria · Old Cairo · LuxorThe journey combines Giza and Saqqara, Alexandria’s classical sites, Luxor’s West and East Banks, and Coptic and Islamic Cairo.
Confirmation note: Domestic flights are operated by EgyptAir or AirCairo depending on availability. Hotel names, flight times, room arrangements and operating order follow the final booking confirmation.
Review the itinerary or personalize your 6-day journey
Match the included services with the correct sightseeing day, or request a quotation for your travel dates and preferred optional experiences.
Current Season Price Details
Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
| Single Room | Double Room | Triple Room | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Must adult # | |||
| Price per adult | $ 2808 | $ 1650 | $ 1638 |
| Max child # [age:6-11] | |||
| Price per child | $ 1404 | $ 825 | |
| Max infant # [age:0-5] | |||
| Price per infant | $ 702 | $ 413 |
Deposit
50 % of the total booking amount
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