2-Night Luxor Tour: Explore Ancient Egypt's History and Cook with a Local Family
Cairo
Immerse yourself in the ancient history of Luxor, Egypt on this 2-night tour. Explore iconic sites, learn to cook Egyptian cuisine with a local family, and stay in a 4-star hotel.
Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Day 1: Luxor (no meals)

Your representative will meet your flight or train at the airport or railway station, and transfer you by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel, where you’ll have dinner (own expense) and spend the night.

Overnight in Luxor

Day 2: Luxor (B, L)

After a continental breakfast, head to Luxor’s East Bank to explore the iconic Valley of the Kings, the dramatic gorge where Egypt’s pharaohs were buried for hundreds of years. Your private Egyptologist will guide you through a selection of three tombs. Continue by road to the vast temple of the gender-bending Queen Hatshepsut, who ruled over Egypt long before Cleopatra. From here, transfer by car to the towering twin statues known as the Colossi of Memnon.

Enjoy a buffet lunch at a restaurant on Luxor’s West Bank. After this, you have free time to shop for souvenirs at Luxor’s quaint markets, or take a stroll along the Nile. In the evening, enjoy the famous Sound and Light show at Luxor’s vast Karnak Temple.

Overnight in Luxor

Day 3: (B, L)

After breakfast, your personal Egyptologist will guide you around two of the most complex and famous monuments on Luxor’s East Bank: the temples of Luxor and Karnak. For lunch you will be hosted by a local Egyptian family where you will be met with a welcome drink. The family will teach you how to cook Egyptian dishes: learn about their way of life as you chat over the lunch you’ve prepared. After afternoon tea and coffee, your representative will transfer you to the airport or the train station.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private, air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water included
  • Interactive cooking course
  • Guidance from a private qualified Egyptologist
  • 2 nights stay in a 4-star hotel
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional Information

Embark on a private 2-night tour of Luxor, the historic city of Thebes in Egypt and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your journey includes a 4-star hotel accommodation and a visit to prominent landmarks such as the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple, and Temple of Karnak. Besides, you’ll witness the spectacular sound and light show at the Temple of Karnak and engage in an authentic Egyptian cooking class at a local residence.

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Passport name, number, expiry, and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • Rate is per person sharing double room
Location
Cairo
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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