15 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Alexandria, Hurghada, Luxor, Aswan And Nile Cruise
15 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Alexandria, Hurghada, Luxor, Aswan And Nile Cruise
15 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Alexandria, Hurghada, Luxor, Aswan And Nile Cruise
15 Days Starting and ending in Cairo
Visiting: Pyramid of Djoser, Giza Pyramids, Citadel of Qaitbay, Serapeum and Pompey's Pillar, Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, The Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili, Salah Al-Din Al-Ayoubi Castle, Salah Salem Street, Cairo, St Sergius and St Bacchus Church, The Hanging Church, Synagogue Ben Ezra, Amr ibn Al-A'as Mosque, The High Dam, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, Temple of Kom Ombo, The Temple of Horus at Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Hurghada, Colossi of Memnon
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Tour code:
WTE-402
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 20
Age range:
0-90
Special diets catered:
MeatVegetarians, Halal
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Exceptional 15-day Egypt tour itinerary. Embark on an extraordinary 15-day Egypt tour that will take you on a captivating journey through the ancient wonders of Cairo, Alexandria, Hurghada, Luxor, Aswan, and a majestic Nile Cruise. Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes of this extraordinary country. Begin your 15-day Egypt Tour (Cairo, Alexandria, Hurghada & Nile River Cruise) in Cairo. Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza and the fabulous contents of the Egyptian Museum. Drive from Cairo to Alexandria to explore the Roman Catacombs and the Citadel of Qaitbay. Fly from Cairo to Aswan to begin your 3-night Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Explore the mighty sights along the Nile valley from Aswan to Luxor. Discover the largest temple in the world, Karnak Temple, and the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings. Visit the most intact temple in Egypt, Edfu Temple, and the beautiful Temple of Philae in Aswan. Drive from Luxor to Hurghada for some relaxation on the wonderful Red Sea beaches. Fly from Hurghada back to Cairo for the rest of your 15-day Egypt Tour itinerary.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Egypt
Location: Cairo International Airport
Accommodation: Hotel
Arrival at Cairo International Airport. Meet and assist by our representative of "Egypt Best Vacations" who will help you through the arrival and visa regulations. Transfer to your hotel for free time.
Day 2 : Giza Great Pyramids, Sphinx And Saqqara
Location: Pyramid of Djoser, Giza Pyramids
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your actual Egypt 15-day holiday begins right now.
Today, you will explore 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 exists (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Are you ready to explore it from the inside?
Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were built, and why they were built? Then on to the first pyramid in history, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara.
Day 3 : Alexandria Highlights
Location: Citadel of Qaitbay, Serapeum and Pompey's Pillar, Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, you are driving to the beautiful City of Alexandria, the capital city of Egypt during the Greco-Roman period. Your tour includes the famous Roman Catacombs at Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Citadel of Qaitbay, and the Library of Alexandria from outside. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. After the tour, you will drive back to Cairo.
Day 4 : Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel And Khan El-Khalili
Location: The Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili, Salah Al-Din Al-Ayoubi Castle, Salah Salem Street, Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, you will explore the fabulous contents of the historical Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square in Cairo. Thousands of artifacts from all periods of Egyptian history are displayed on the two floors of the museum. The eye-catching items such as the golden treasure of Tutankhamen, the silver treasure of Psusennes I, the diorite statue of Khafre, and many other things are on view.
From the museum to the Citadel of the Sunni Muslim leader Saladin, built-in 1172 to defend Cairo against the Crusaders. The White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha is a prominent feature of the Citadel.
You finish your tour today at the historical bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East.
Day 5 : Spiritual Cairo
Location: St Sergius and St Bacchus Church, The Hanging Church, Synagogue Ben Ezra, Amr ibn Al-A'as Mosque
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a spiritual tour to the Community of Religions in Cairo. This tour includes the famous Hanging Church, the Cave Church, the Synagogue of Ben Ezra, and the first mosque in Africa, the Mosque of Amr.
Day 6 : Fly To Aswan - Aswan Tour - Nile River Cruise
Location: The High Dam, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, Aswan International Airport
Accommodation: 5-star standard Nile cruise ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
You will spend the next four days of your 15-day Egypt tour onboard a River Nile cruise. So, we will transfer you to Cairo Airport to fly to Aswan to begin your 3-night Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Meet your guide just outside the arrival terminal at Aswan Airport to commence your tour.
Explore the highlights of the beautiful City of Aswan such as the High Dam, one of the great engineering feats of the 1960s. Then proceed to the beautiful Temple of Isis at Philae Island. This temple was built during the Greco-Roman era and, was dedicated to Isis, goddess of Love and Magic in ancient Egypt. You will end your tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk.
Transfer to your Nile cruise ship. Overnight in Aswan.
Day 7 : Aswan - Kom Ombo - Edfu
Location: Temple of Kom Ombo
Accommodation: 5-star standard Nile cruise ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a free morning on board your cruise ship or explore the city of Aswan by your own.
The Nile cruise will set sail to Kom Ombo around lunchtime. Stop at Kom Ombo to visit the twin Temple of Horus and Sobek. It was built during the Greco-Roman period. It was built over the ruined temple of the New Kingdom. The temple began during the time of Ptolemy V and was completed by the time of Emperor Tiberius. The emperors Domitian, Caracalla, and others added to the temple. So it took about 400 years to finish.
Back to your Nile cruise ship to set sail to Edfu. Overnight in Edfu.
Day 8 : Edfu - Esna - Luxor
Location: The Temple of Horus at Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple
Accommodation: 5-star Nile cruise ship
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
You will wake up on the hustle and bustle of the horse carriages waiting to transfer you to the temple of Horus in Edfu. After the tour of the temple, the cruise will set sail to Luxor via the Lock of Esna.
Upon arrival in Luxor, you will visit the Temple of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor. Overnight is in Luxor.
Day 9 : Kings Valley, Hatshepsut Temple And Colossi Of Memnon
Location: Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Hurghada, Colossi of Memnon
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, you will explore the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings. The pharaohs during the New Kingdom ceased building pyramids and cut their tombs deep in the mountain trying to hide them from the grave robbers. There are 65 tombs at the Valley of the Kings, and your guide will recommend the best 3 tombs of the opened ones to visit. From the magnificent Valley of the Kings to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut who ruled as solo pharaoh for about 20 years. You end your tour at the giant Colossi of Memnon which survives from the temple of pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Transfer to Hurghada for some relaxation.
Day 10 : Hurghada
Location: Hurghada
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Free day. Tours such as diving, glass boat, safari, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Day 11 : Hurghada
Location: Hurghada
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Free day. Tours such as diving, glass boat, safari, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Day 12 : Hurghada
Location: Hurghada
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Free day. Tours such as diving, glass boat, safari, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Day 13 : Hurghada
Location: Hurghada
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Free day. Tours such as diving, glass boat, safari, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request.
Day 14 : Fly Back To Cairo
Location: Hurghada International Airport, Cairo International Airport
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Hurghada Airport to fly to Cairo. Transfer from Cairo Airport to your hotel.
Day 15 : Fly Home
Location: Cairo International Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Cairo Airport for final departure. It is really sad to leave so ask our guides about your next adventure in Egypt.
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Entrance Fees
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Fully Guided
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Meals – Breakfast Only
In Cairo.
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Meals – Full Board
Hurghada and Nile cruise.
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Drinks with Meals
In Hurghada.
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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International Travel
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Tipping and Gratuities
Accommodation
5-star standard hotel in Cairo on a bed and breakfast basis
5-star standard Nile cruise ship on a full board basis
5-star standard Hotel in Hurghada on all-inclusive basis
Check out our Q&As
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes to enter the country.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes I can.
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Are flights included in this tour?
Just domestic flights are included.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Children are permitted with one adult.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, the local guides are English-speaking.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The minimum is one person.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low and moderate
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Some hotels offer free Wi-Fi, some not.
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How can I obtain my visa to Egypt?
All travelers entering Egypt must have the appropriate travel documents: a passport with at least 6 months to run and valid visa. Many nationalities for example American, British, etc. can obtain their visas at the Egyptian airports upon arrival. You can also apply for your visa online via this Egyptian government link. https://www.visa2egypt.gov.eg/eVisa/Home
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes, all vehicles are tourist air-conditioned vehicles.
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What is the tipping policy?
3$ per person per day for the driver. 10$ per person per day for the guide. 5$ per person per night for the Nile cruise crew.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Ask your online.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No, the entry visa is not included.
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What is the maximum group size?
16 people.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
5-star hotels and Nile cruise.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No. Just a negative PCR test.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, all entrance fees as per the itinerary.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, as shown in the price.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
USD
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, all transfers are included.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
All travelers to Egypt have to produce on the arrival, a Negative PCR certificate NOT older than 72 hours.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, all the operating hotels and Nile cruises in Egypt meet the local health and safety regulations. All obtained certificates of Safe to operate and work again. These certificates are given by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
No problem changing your holiday dates.
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