Egypt Tour Packages from USA with a Private Egyptologist
Compare customized all-inclusive tours, direct flight options, and tourist visa guidelines for American citizens. Experience luxury Nile cruises, Giza Pyramids, and historic Alexandria with local guides.
Our Egypt tour packages from USA are private trips run by Travel Joy Egypt from our Cairo office and led by a licensed Egyptologist guide. The package covers your driver, hotels and airport transfers, and you book international airfare separately. Start with our Egypt tour packages sorted by length and route.
Flight Connections
Direct non-stop flights are operated by EgyptAir from New York (JFK), Washington D.C. (IAD), and Newark (EWR) to Cairo. European and Middle Eastern airlines offer single-stop connections from other US hubs.
Visa Requirements
US passport holders can obtain an Egypt tourist visa on arrival at Cairo International Airport for $30 USD (cash), or apply online for an e-Visa (also $30 USD) at least 7 days before departure.
Pricing & Currency
Tours are displayed dynamically in USD ($) for your convenience. Keep USD cash in small, clean, uncreased bills for tips and souk shopping. Visa and Mastercard are accepted in hotels and cruises.
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Last updated: 5 November 2026
Key Takeaways
- Private by default: trips run with your own guide at your own pace, with no shared coach and no strangers.
- Trip length: first-time visitors can cover Cairo, Giza and a Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan in 8 to 10 days.
- Best months: October through April suits most trips, and June to August is much hotter in the south.
- Booking: you send your dates, interests and budget, and we reply with a day-by-day itinerary and price.
How Many Days Do You Need for an Egypt Trip?
Trip length decides what fits, so match your vacation days to a route first. The table gives an example route for each length, and every package lists its own stops and current price.
| Trip length | Example route | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 5 days | Cairo and Luxor | Travellers with limited vacation time |
| 6 days | Cairo, then a Nile cruise | Travellers wanting a short cruise |
| 7 days | Cairo and Hurghada | Seniors wanting a Red Sea stop |
| 8 to 10 days | Cairo, Giza, Nile cruise | First-time visitors |
| 10 to 14 days | Egypt plus Jordan | Travellers visiting 2 countries |
For a first trip, start with 8 days Egypt tour packages.
For a price guide, the 6 days package through Cairo, Luxor and Aswan starts from $1,475 per person. For a longer route, browse 10 days Egypt tour packages.
What Egypt Tour Packages from USA Include and Leave Out
A typical private package from Travel Joy Egypt includes:
- Guide: a university-trained, government-licensed Egyptologist, one of our private Egyptologist guides.
- Car and driver: your own driver and an air-conditioned car.
- Hotels: accommodation in each city on your route.
- Meals: daily breakfast, plus full board on a Nile cruise, with other meals depending on the package.
- Entrance fees: all monument entrance fees are in the price.
- Transfers: between the airport and your hotel.
Our all-inclusive Egypt vacation packages add a full-board Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan on longer routes, while shorter Cairo-only packages skip the cruise.
These items stay outside the price:
- International flights: you book your own fare from the US.
- Egypt visa: you pay the fee yourself.
- Tips: extra, and we send a tipping guide before you arrive.
- Optional extras: items such as hot-air balloon flights, at extra cost.
When you compare offers, check each price against both lists.
Private or Group Egypt Tour: Which Suits You?
Nearly all our tours are private. The table compares private and group tour types.
| Tour type | How it runs | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Private | Own guide, own pace | Families, couples, retirees |
| Group | Shared with other travellers | Travellers happy with a set schedule |
Browse private Egypt tour packages with your own Egyptologist. Because a published itinerary is a starting point, you can ask us to change stops and hotels to fit your plans.
Egypt Visa for US Citizens: Fee and e-Visa
The standard Egypt visa for US citizens costs $30 and allows a single stay of up to 30 days. The official Egypt e-Visa portal lists the United States among the nationalities that can apply online. Our airport representative helps with the visa on arrival or checks your printed e-Visa.
When Is the Best Time to Visit Egypt from the USA?
October through April is the best time to visit Egypt. June to August brings intense heat in the south, with lower prices. Send us your dates when you enquire and we will plan the route to match.
Can You Add Jordan and Petra to an Egypt Trip?
Yes. For an Egypt and Jordan tour from the USA, plan on at least 10 to 14 days, enough to cover Cairo, Luxor, Petra and Wadi Rum without rushing. Direct flights connect Cairo and Amman in about 1 hour 15 minutes. You pay no Jordan tourist visa fee when you buy a Jordan Pass before arrival and meet its minimum-stay requirement. See the routes in our Egypt and Jordan tour packages with Petra.
Why Book Direct with a Cairo Operator?
Booking direct means a single team answers for your whole trip. Travel Joy Egypt has 13 years of travel expertise, 50,000+ happy travellers and a 5.0 out of 5.0 rating across 133 TripAdvisor reviews. We handle the full logistics ourselves, from domestic flights and hotels to Nile cruises, transfers and entrance arrangements.
How Do You Book an Egypt Trip from the USA?
Booking starts with an enquiry to our Cairo team. Getting your itinerary takes 3 steps:
- Send your dates, interests and budget through the enquiry form, by email or on WhatsApp.
- Review the itinerary and price we send back.
- Ask for changes until the route fits.
If you want a route built from scratch, request a tailor-made Egypt itinerary.
Travel Joy Egypt organises private Egypt tour packages from USA around each traveller's dates and interests. Message us on WhatsApp +20 106 023 3393 with your travel dates and the number of travellers, and we will draft your day-by-day itinerary.
What Travelers Say About Travel Joy Egypt
“Travelling with Travel Joy Egypt was one of the best decisions I have made. From the first contact the team was incredibly attentive, professional and passionate about what they do.”
“My first time travelling solo as a woman in Egypt, including night trips and internal flights — I never imagined I would feel this safe. Travel Joy's drivers, guides and leaders are punctual, professional and friendly.”
“During our 4 days in Egypt we had a wonderful experience thanks to the excellent management of Travel Joy. From the very beginning everything was perfectly organized, with personalized attention.”
“An incredible experience exploring Cairo and Giza with Karim and Mito from Travel Joy Egypt. Karim was super friendly, easy to talk to, and incredibly knowledgeable about every place we visited.”
“We travelled with Travel Joy in October. Our agent Karim, who supported us in Cairo, was very friendly, helpful and always attentive. The private vans they use are very comfortable.”
“This trip was spectacular. Travelling with Travel Joy was perfect — they really fulfilled everything they promised and more. The service was a 10/10.”
“I told the agency what I wanted to visit and they made me a tailor-made stay, all-inclusive, at a better price than many competitors. Kero was incredibly responsive, helpful and caring throughout.”
“We visited many museums, the pyramids, mosques, the Nile River and the markets. The guides Karim and Mito are true professionals. It is very safe to be with them — you feel like family.”
“A great experience on our 5-day trip with Travel Joy. The best thing about this agency is that they helped us resolve the typical problems of travelling in Egypt — overpriced hotels, transport and souvenirs.”
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Frequently Asked Questions (Travel from United States)
Everything you need to know about planning your Egypt trip from United States.
1How much does an Egypt tour package from the USA cost?
2When should I apply for the Egypt e-Visa as a US citizen?
3How long must my passport be valid to enter Egypt?
4Are domestic flights inside Egypt arranged for me?
5How many nights is a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan?
6What happens when I land at Cairo airport?
7Is Egypt safe for American tourists?
8Do I need travel insurance for Egypt?
9How quickly can I get an itinerary after I enquire?
10Can I see the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Pyramids on the same day?
11Are Egypt tour prices shown in US dollars?
12Can I reach the Cairo team outside US office hours?
Top attractions in Egypt
- 1Philae Temple
- 2Coptic Cairo
- 3Hurghada Marina
- 4Pyramid of Menkaure
- 5Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- 6Naama Bay
- 7Valley of the Kings
- 8Mountain of the Dead
- 9Mahmya Island
- 10Dolphin House
- 11Panoramic Viewpoint
- 12Salah El Din Citadel
- 13Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
- 14Colossi of Memnon
- 15Pyramid of Khafre
- 16Pompey’s Pillar
- 17Karnak Temple
- 18Mount Sinai