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A two-day trip to Cairo and Alexandria from Luxor by flight offers a whirlwind adventure through Egypt's most iconic cities, allowing you to explore ancient wonders, cultural landmarks, and coastal beauty. Happy Egypt Company offers trips and day tours to Luxor, where you can travel to Alexandria and Cairo on a quick two-day trip. Egypt day tours always provide you with the best, so that your trip to Egypt is special.
Start your journey with an early morning flight from Luxor to Cairo.
Upon arrival in Cairo, you'll be greeted by Happy Egypt guide and driver who will accompany you throughout your tour.
The Giza pyramids and Sphinx:
Full day Cairo to the pyramids and the sphinx, the Giza plateau in the vast desert, the land of the dead. Guarded by the Great Sphinx, the plateau is dominated by the massive pyramids of Giza Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. To the south of the Great Sphinx lie the cemetery and the Town of the Pyramids Builders. Discover it in Egypt day tours.
The Giza pyramids are indeed remarkable feats of engineering. But the question is “Why were the pyramids constructed?”.
The pyramids were constructed in the 4th dynasty, but Giza remained important through the New Kingdom and the 3rd intermediate period.
There are so many theories about the techniques of the construction of the pyramids.
Notes: Tickets of entry inside the pyramids aren’t included.
The Egyptian Museum:
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is one of the largest museums in the world. It has more than 120,000 items, with a representative amount on display, the remainder in the storerooms.
There are two main floors in the museum, the ground floor and the first floor. On the ground floor, there are some coins and papyri. As well there are some artifacts of the new kingdom. Those items include statues, tables, and coffins. Enjoy it with Happy Egypt.
On the first floor, there are some artifacts from the dynasties 29 and 30, with some items from the tombs of the Valley of the Kings, in particular the amazing treasure of King Tutankhamon.
Lunch: Enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant, where you can sample traditional dishes such as koshari, falafel, or grilled kebabs.
Khan El Khalili:
Khan el Khalili is the largest bazaar and market in the Middle East. It represents the market tradition that established Cairo as a major trade center. Khan was located in the middle of Cairo, and some commercial establishments were built nearby.
There is a big collection of shops, workshops, and coffee shops
Your guide will meet you at the reception of your hotel to start your three-hour journey to Alexandria.
Alexandria is the second-largest city of Egypt with a population of more than 15 million people. It was the capital of Egypt during the Graeco-Roman period and the center of the Hellenistic civilization for about 500 years. During your Egypt day tour, you can visit attractions in Alexandria such as:
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa:
Archeologists believe that the Catacomb of Kom el Shoqafa was started in the 2nd century A.D. and was used to intern the dead for the next 200 years. This was a period in the history of the city of Alexandria when there was a great mixture of different cultures. Of course, there was the ancient history of the great Egyptian kingdoms which went back thousands of years. Also in 332 B.C. Alexander the Great had conquered the land, established the city of Alexandria and started a dynasty of Greek rulers who brought their own culture to the metropolis. Finally, in 31 B.C. the Romans took control of the city and added their traditions. Happy Egypt gives you the opportunity to know that
The Citadel of Qaitbay:
The citadel of Qaitbay was built in 1477 AD by Sultan Al-Ashraf Seif El-Din Qaitbay.
The citadel was built on the site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria, which was one of the seven wonders of the Ancient world.
Sultan Qaitbay was born in 1423 AD. He was a Mamluke bought by Al-Ashraf Bersbay. Then Sultan Djamqaq bought him and give him freedom. Qaitbay occupied various posts. He was the chief of the army during the rule of Sultan Tamar Bougha. When Sultan was dethroned, Qaitbay was appointed as a Sultan in 1468 AD and ruled for about 29 years.
Qaitbay was fond of art and architecture. The construction of this citadel started in 882 AH. Know more information during your trip to alexandria from Cairo.
The Library of Alexandria:
you will visit The Library of Alexandria from the outside. It is one of the largest libraries in the world and is one of the largest Alexandria sightseeing that you can visit. Located on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. It is a commemoration of the Library of Alexandria, which was lost in antiquity, and an attempt to revive something of the brilliance that this former center of study represented. The library was officially inaugurated in 2002. It contains books in Arabic, English, and French.
In 2010, the library received a donation of 500,000 books from the National Library of France. The library as well has a very important Internet Archive Partnership to preserve heritage for future generations and to provide universal access to human knowledge. The library provides access to print-on-demand books via the Espresso Book Machine.
After finishing your tour, you'll get back to Cairo to catch your flight to Luxor. Your day ends with a hotel drop-off.
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Sure, Luxor is worthy of your visit, especially with Luxor day tours, owing to the immense historical aspect it has, notably with sites such as the Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings. Such features found within the city of Luxor make it possible to appreciate the splendor of the pharaonic civilization of Egypt.
While planning Luxor day trips, pack loose and comfy clothes, sunscreen, a sun hat, and lots of water. And remember to carry along a camera, as well as cash for entrances and gifts.
When you are in Luxor, there are so many things to do in Luxor, for example, going to Banana Island, desert safaris, a one-day Nile cruise, visiting the Luxor Museum, a horse-drawn carriage ride, and the Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show.
Happy Egypt gives you the chance to enjoy an air balloon ride for only 75$, so if you’re thinking of trying it, don’t hesitate. It is one of the things you should do in your Luxor day tours. Happy Egypt will take care of everything for you, all you need to do is decide.
Egypt is widely considered a cheap country, particularly by tourists from Western nations. Even though the luxury experiences may be expensive, lower-cost alternatives for lodging, meals, and even transport are there in plenty, therefore it suits diverse categories of people. Furthermore, Egypt excursions include many activities that vary in price, enabling visitors to enjoy the history and culture without taking out a loan.
Some of the primary sites that are offered during Luxor day tours are the Karnak Temple Complex, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Hatshepsut. All these places are rich in ancient Egyptian history.
Yes, many of the Egypt tours of Luxor provide an extra option of taking a Nile cruise, which offers breathtaking scenery and allows visitors to see Egypt differently.