13 Days Culture Trip to Egypt
Overview
This 13 day cultural tour of Egypt takes travelers across Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan.
This 13-day cultural tour covers Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, and Aswan, combining hotel-based sightseeing in the north with a week-long Nile cruise through Upper Egypt's temples and tombs.
The Cairo portion opens with the Giza Pyramids Complex, the Sphinx, the Valley Temple, and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then continues to Alexandria for the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, the Qaitbay Citadel, and the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
A flight to Luxor connects to Karnak Temple and an evening visit to Luxor Temple, followed by boarding a 5-star Nile cruise that sails to Kom Ombo, Aswan, and Abu Simbel, with stops for the temple's unique double design, the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, and Edfu Temple on the return leg, before the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon on Luxor's West Bank and a flight back to Cairo.
The package includes five nights of hotel accommodation in Cairo, seven nights on board the 5-star Nile cruise, flights between Cairo and Luxor, private guided tours to all sites with an Egyptologist, all transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle, meals as detailed in the itinerary, and government taxes; tips for the guide and drivers, the Egypt entry visa, entrance fees to historical sites, international flights, and beverages and personal expenses are not included.
Spanning both northern coastal history in Alexandria and the full Nile Valley temple circuit, this itinerary suits travelers with two weeks to spend who want the broadest possible single-trip coverage of Egypt's ancient and Greco-Roman sites.
Trip at a Glance
Duration
13 Days
Price
From $1,495
Availability
Daily
Tour Type
Classic
Route
Giza → Alexandria → Luxor → Kom Ombo → Abu Simbel → Aswan …
Pickup
Cairo Airport / Any Hotel in Cairo
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Itinerary
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, a representative from Travel Joy Egypt holding a sign will greet you and assist with passport control and baggage. Your private guide will drive you in an air-conditioned vehicle to your 5-star Cairo hotel to check-in and rest. In the evening, your tour begins with a dinner cruise hearing stories of Egypt's history. Exceptional activities include witnessing the renowned Tannoura dance performance representing Egyptian folklore. Overnight: Cairo hotel Meal: Dinner
After breakfast, your guide tours the impressive Giza Pyramids Complex including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Sphinx, Valley Temple, and new Grand Egyptian Museum. Lunch is at a restaurant overlooking the pyramids. Next is Saqqara's Step Pyramid of King Djoser and Memphis City, ancient Egypt's capital where King Ramses II's colossal statue resides. Overnight: Cairo hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, a drive leads to Alexandria sightseeing with your guide including the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel atop the site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, and the new Alexandria Library. Lunch is a seafood meal, then return to Cairo. Overnight: Cairo hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast and a Cairo to Luxor flight, sightseeing includes Karnak Temple's vast complex and Luxor Temple's impressive nightly show, then check-in a 5-star Nile cruise. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Nile cruise
Spend the day cruising to Kom Ombo, arriving overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Nile cruise
After breakfast, visit Kom Ombo Temple's unique double design before cruising to Aswan and overnighting onboard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Nile cruise
Abu Simbel TemplesVisit the iconic Abu Simbel temples after breakfast boxes, then return onboard for lunch and the afternoon. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Nile cruise
our the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and relocated Philae Temple before returning onboard for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Nile cruise
Spend the afternoon and night cruising to Edfu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Nile cruise
Visit Edfu Temple after breakfast, then return onboard overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Nile cruise
Tour includes the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon. Lunch in Luxor precedes a flight to Cairo for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Cairo hotel
After breakfast, tour the Grand Egyptian Museum, Salah El Din Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque, and new National Museum of Egyptian Civilization plus El Muizz Street and Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Lunch is included. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Cairo hotel
After breakfast and hotel checkout, a driver transfers you to Cairo Airport for your flight home, ending your Egypt experience with Travel Joy Egypt. Meal: Breakfast
This comprehensive tour offers an ideal introduction to Egypt's ancient treasures. From the Pyramids and Sphinx to the temples of Luxor and Aswan, guests will gain insight into three millennia of history. Both land and cruise components provide an authentic Egyptian experience with comfort. Those seeking to discover Egypt's cultural wonders will find this itinerary highly rewarding.
Attractions on This Tour
Tap any landmark below to open its full visitor guide — tickets, history and what to see.
Abu Simbel Temples
Al-Muizz Street
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
Colossi of Memnon
Giza Pyramids
Great Pyramid of Giza
Great Sphinx of Giza
Karnak Temple
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
Philae Temple
Pompey’s Pillar
Qaitbay Citadel
Salah El Din Citadel
Temple of Hatshepsut
The Grand Egyptian Museum
The Old Egyptian Museum
Unfinished Obelisk
Valley of the KingsHighlights
Cairo & Giza Landmarks
- Great Pyramid Complex, Sphinx, Valley Temple
- Grand Egyptian Museum's expansive collection
- Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara
- Ancient Memphis Royal Capital
- Salah El Din Citadel & Mohamed Ali Mosque
Nile River Journey
- Karnak and Luxor Temples, East Bank
- Kom Ombo's dual-god sanctuary
- Aswan High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk
- Philae Temple's island relocation
- Edfu Temple, Horus's well-preserved house
Luxor's West Bank Immersion
- Valley of the Kings, royal tombs
- Hatshepsut's distinctive terraced temple
- Colossi of Memnon's imposing statues
Diverse Cultural Encounters
- Alexandria's Roman Catacombs & Citadel by the sea
- Abu Simbel's colossal rock-cut temples
- National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar's vibrant souk
- Cairo dinner cruise with Tannoura performance
Included
- 5 nights hotel accommodation in Cairo
- 7 nights onboard a 5-star Nile cruise
- Flights from Cairo to Luxor and return
- Private tours to all sites with an Egyptologist guide
- All transfers by private A/C vehicle
- Meals as detailed in the itinerary
- Government taxes
Excluded
- Tips for guide and drivers
- Egypt entry visa
- Entrance fees historical sites
- International flights
- Beverages and personal expenses
Pricing & Packages
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Pricing Information
Rates are quoted in US Dollars (USD) per person. Holiday surcharges apply during peak seasons, including Christmas, New Year, and Easter.
Children's Policy
- Under 6 YearsComplimentary
- Ages 6 to 11 Years50% of the Adult Rate
- 12+ YearsFull Adult Rate
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