Egypt Classic Tours

Classic Egypt Tours: The Highlights Route

In short: a classic Egypt tour links Cairo and Giza, Luxor and Aswan, usually with a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan and an optional visit to Abu Simbel. Seven to ten days is ideal. All our classic tours are private, with licensed Egyptologists, hotels and transfers.

TourBest forDurationFrom
3 Days Luxor Tour PackageLuxor in depth3 days$329
4 Day Cairo and Luxor Tour PackageCairo and Luxor, short break4 days$849
7 Day Cairo Alexandria Luxor Edfu Kom Ombo Aswan and Abu SimbelCairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel7 days$1569
8 Nights 9 Days Egypt Tour with Hot Air Balloon and Camel RideHighlights with balloon and camel ride9 days$899
10 Day Round Trip Nile Cruise and Cairo ToursCairo and round-trip Nile cruise10 days$1633
9 Day Cairo Alexandria Luxor Edfu Kom Ombo Aswan Abu SimbelFull classic route with Abu Simbel9 days$1899

Prices are per person and depend on group size and season. Every tour is private with hotel pickup.

A Typical 8-Day Classic Itinerary

  1. Arrive in Cairo, hotel transfer.
  2. Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara.
  3. Egyptian Museum or Grand Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, Khan el-Khalili; evening flight or sleeper train to Luxor.
  4. Luxor East Bank: Karnak and Luxor Temple; board the cruise.
  5. West Bank: Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut; sail to Edfu.
  6. Edfu and Kom Ombo temples.
  7. Aswan: Philae, High Dam, felucca; optional Abu Simbel.
  8. Fly back to Cairo for departure.

Want more time in one place? See 10-day Egypt tours, Nile cruises or family holiday packages.

Written by the Egyptologists at Dr Mo Tours Egypt, Luxor. Licensed guides since 2007, rated 4.7/5 on Tripadvisor. Plan your trip or WhatsApp +20 100 444 0698.

Egypt Classic Tours FAQ

What does a classic Egypt tour include?

Usually Cairo and Giza (Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum), Luxor (Karnak, Valley of the Kings) and Aswan, often with a Nile cruise, hotels, transfers and a licensed Egyptologist guide.

How many days do I need for a classic Egypt tour?

Seven to ten days covers Cairo, Luxor and Aswan comfortably. Add Abu Simbel or the Red Sea with two or three extra days.

Can the itinerary be customised?

Yes. Every classic tour can be adjusted: hotel level, cruise or train, extra days, or add-ons like a Luxor hot air balloon ride.

When is the best time for a classic Egypt tour?

October to April has the most comfortable weather. Summer trips work well with early-morning sightseeing.