This two-day tour from Makadi Bay combines the highlights of Cairo and Luxor. Passion Egypt Tours will provide American guests with private transport, accommodations, and expert guides. Discover the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Valley of the Kings, Karnak, and Hatshepsut Temple. Book this excursion and experience the magic of Egypt’s greatest cities.
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Discover 5,000 years of heritage in Cairo and Luxor.
Visit the Pyramids, Sphinx, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Karnak, and more.
Enjoy professional services during this enriching journey.
Admire Egypt’s timeless art and architecture.
Experience the culture and beauty of these golden cities.
Your two-day Makadi Bay excursion to Cairo and Luxor by plane begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Makadi. You will be transferred by an air-conditioned vehicle to Hurghada Airport, from where you will fly to Cairo. Upon arrival, a tour guide will be waiting to lead you through the remarkable sights of ancient Egypt, including:
The Giza Pyramids Complex is a magnificent symbol of ancient grandeur, featuring the three major pyramids, the impressive Sphinx, and six smaller pyramids, all dating back to 2600 BC.
The Great Pyramid of King Khufu, built around 2570 BC, is the only surviving wonder of the seven wonders of the ancient world. It stands 147 meters (481 feet) tall and is constructed from 2,300,000 limestone blocks, each weighing approximately 2.5 tons. Its remarkable interior design ensures that your two-day Makadi Bay excursion to Cairo & Luxor will be an unforgettable experience.
Near Makadi Bay stands an impressive monument rising 73 m (240 ft) high and 19 m (66 ft) wide, serving as a formidable guardian against the stars. This celestial figure, known as the Sphinx, combines the mythical body of an ancient lion with the human facial features, likely representing King Khafra.
Every traveler should discover the concept of eternal life within the granite walls of the mortuary valley temple. This remarkable golden site is one of the best-preserved archaeological monuments from Egypt's Old Kingdom (2686-2181 BC) and served as the central location for the mummification process.
The Grand Egyptian Museum serves as a magnificent gateway to the extraordinary achievements of ancient Egyptian civilization, showcasing 5,000 years of continuous innovation and remarkable artistic creativity. This monumental institution offers a unique opportunity to explore some of the most significant archaeological treasures and artifacts ever uncovered, including:
The Hanging Obelisk, the statue of King Ramses II, the ten statues of King Senusert, the grand staircase, statues of Ptolemaic kings and queens, the Victory Column of King Merneptah, the magnificent Royal Regalia, and the Grand Atrium with Gift Shop.
A VIP ticket grants access to view several additional artifacts. For further details, please contact us.
Lunch will be served at the Pyramids/Nile View Restaurant, followed by visits to the following sites:
A visit to the Egyptian Museum during your Makadi Bay excursion to Cairo and Luxor on a two-day tour offers a unique opportunity to explore over 250,000 artifacts crafted from various materials, including numerous treasures from ancient Egypt spanning more than 5,000 years.
In the evening, you will proceed with your 2-day tour from Makadi Bay to Cairo and Luxor by traveling to Cairo Airport and boarding a flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, an Passionegypttours representative will be there to welcome you, followed by a transfer to your 5-star hotel in Luxor for check-in and an overnight stay.
Meals: Lunch
Flight: Traveling from Hurghada to Cairo and then from Cairo to Luxor
Overnight: Luxor Hotel
On the second day, after enjoying breakfast and checking out from the hotel, your tour guide and a private air-conditioned vehicle will accompany you to continue your two-day Makadi Bay tour, visiting Cairo and Luxor. You will explore all the historical landmarks of Luxor, including:
The Valley of the Kings is a funerary complex from Egypt's New Kingdom (1570-1070 BC) consisting of 63 remarkable tombs housing extraordinary treasures, artifacts, intricate decorations, and the golden mummies of pharaohs like Rameses II, Hatshepsut, and Tutankhamun, providing insight into the ancient Egyptian burial and religious practices.
The sacred Djoser-Djeseru, also known as the Holy of Holies, is the best-preserved and most captivating temple constructed in the magnificent Deir El-Bahari. It was built to honor the remarkable legacy of Queen Hatshepsut and to pay tribute to the creator god Amun, serving as an exemplary representation of ancient Egyptian art and architecture.
During your two-day Makadi Bay excursion to Cairo and Luxor, you will encounter the two enormous quartzite sandstone statues that were transported over 700 miles to guard the entrance of Luxor. The Colossi of Memnon stand 18 meters (60 feet) tall and each weighs 720 tons, featuring the face of Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386–1350 BC). These statues were restored multiple times during the Hellenistic period following an earthquake in 27 BC and again in 199 AD.
Lunch will be provided on an island, accessible via a boat ride on the Nile, followed by a visit to:
On the second day of your Makadi Bay tour, you will explore one of the world's largest and most renowned open-air museums. Spanning 247 acres, this site dates from 1971 BC to 31 BC and features numerous temples, pylons, and shrines dedicated to the worship of the 18th Dynasty Theban Triad: Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, collectively known as the Theban Triad.
An air-conditioned vehicle will transport you back to your hotel, concluding your 2-day Cairo and Luxor tour from Makadi Bay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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