Private Egypt Tour Packages from South Africa
Historical tours to Egypt from South Africa. Compare flights from Johannesburg/Cape Town, visa rules, and local pricing. Experience luxury Nile cruises, Giza Pyramids, and historic Alexandria with local guides.
Travel Joy Egypt offers private Egypt tour packages from South Africa, planned by our team in Cairo and led by government-licensed Egyptologist guides. Compare our packages by length and style, then pick the route that fits your dates and the days you can spare.
Flight Connections
Excellent connections connect Johannesburg (O.R. Tambo) and Cape Town to Cairo via Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines), Nairobi (Kenya Airways), or Gulf hubs.
Visa Requirements
South African passport holders must obtain a tourist visa before departing for Egypt. Apply through the Egyptian Embassy in Pretoria or online via the official e-Visa portal.
Pricing & Currency
Tours are displayed dynamically in ZAR (R) for your convenience. The South African Rand (ZAR) is similar in purchasing power parity to the Egyptian Pound, making Egypt a highly affordable cultural vacation for South Africans.
Recommended Egypt Tour Packages
This 7-day, 6-night package pairs Cairo's ancient monuments with several unhurried days on the Red Sea coast at Hurghada, giving travelers a slower-paced trip…
This 5-day, 4-night family package pairs Cairo's pyramids with a taste of Aswan's Nubian culture, built around comfortable transfers and a pace designed to…
Timed for Easter, this 8-day private tour covers Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, and an excursion to Abu Simbel, with seven nights split across the route. Day one opens…
This private 6 days Egypt tour package connects the Pyramids of Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, and Upper Egypt's greatest temples into an efficient holiday.…
Travel Joy Egypt's 5 days luxury Cairo and Luxor tour is a private Egypt tour package with 3 nights in Cairo, 1 night in Luxor and a return domestic flight. A…
This 6-day holiday combines two nights in Cairo with a three-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, connected by domestic flights. Day one includes an evening…
Last updated: 10 November 2026
Key Takeaways
Settle these 4 points before you pick a package:
- Visa: South Africans apply for an e-Visa online before they fly, through the official Egyptian portal.
- Trip length: most travellers need 7 to 10 days for Egypt's essentials.
- Private tours: you travel with your own guide, driver and car, and nobody else shares them.
- Booking ahead: reserve 3 to 6 months before you travel to keep your pick of hotels and Nile cruise cabins.
Egypt Tour Packages from South Africa: Which One Fits?
Every package includes Cairo and adds a different mix of Aswan, Luxor, Abu Simbel or Hurghada, so the choice depends on the route and how many days you can take off. The table compares the 6 packages by route and the traveller each suits.
| Package | Route | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 5 days family package | Cairo and Aswan | Families with children |
| 5 days luxury tour | Cairo and Luxor | Short trips with a luxury stay |
| 6 days 4-star tour | Cairo, Luxor and Aswan | The classic circuit in hotels |
| 6 days Nile cruise package | Cairo, Aswan to Luxor cruise | Time on the river |
| 7 days Red Sea package | Cairo and Hurghada | Monuments plus unhurried Red Sea days |
| 8 days Easter tour | Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Abu Simbel | Easter dates and Abu Simbel |
If the river is the point of the trip, choose the 6 days Cairo and Nile cruise package with domestic flights: 1 night in Cairo, a 3 nights Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, then a final night in Cairo.
If you prefer hotels to a cabin, the 6 days Cairo, Luxor and Aswan tour in 4-star hotels includes 5 nights across Cairo, Luxor and Aswan, and prices start from $1,475 per person.
For beach days, the 7 days Cairo and Hurghada package adds a few relaxed days at the Red Sea after the monuments.
How Many Days Do You Need for Egypt?
A week covers Cairo, Giza and a 3 or 4 nights Nile cruise, so start with our 7 days Egypt tour packages.
With 10 to 12 days you can add Abu Simbel, the Red Sea or extra time in Cairo. See our 10 days Egypt tour packages. With fewer days, the 5 days and 6 days packages cover Cairo plus Aswan, Luxor or both.
Do South Africans Need a Visa for Egypt?
Yes, South Africans apply for an e-Visa online before they fly. South Africa is on the list of eligible nationalities on the official Egypt e-Visa Portal. Check the portal for the current rules before you apply.
How Do You Get from Johannesburg or Cape Town to Cairo?
Your flight to Cairo from Johannesburg (O.R. Tambo) or Cape Town may connect through Addis Ababa, Nairobi or a Gulf hub. International airfare is not included in the 6 days Cairo and Nile cruise package, so book your flights to Cairo separately. The Cairo team can confirm what the other packages include.
Our team in Cairo can have a representative meet you at the airport and help you through arrival. The VIP meet-and-greet is included in the 6 days Cairo and Nile cruise package, and we confirm it for the others when you enquire. Inside Egypt, most itineraries use short domestic flights, such as Cairo to Luxor, and we book and coordinate them.
What Does a Private Egypt Package Include?
Each package is built around private transfers, a university-trained, government-licensed Egyptologist guide and the entrance fees to every site in the programme.
Meals and extras differ by package, so check each itinerary. The 6 days Cairo and Nile cruise package, for example, leaves out the Egypt visa, optional tours, personal expenses and tips.
Plan Your Egypt Trip with Our Cairo Team
Travel Joy Egypt has planned private tours from Cairo for 13 years and holds a 5.0 out of 5 rating on TripAdvisor from 133 reviews. If you are planning one of these private Egypt tour packages from South Africa, send your dates, interests and budget, and a specialist builds the route with you. Message the Cairo team on WhatsApp any day of the year.
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 South Africa)
Everything you need to know about planning your Egypt trip from South Africa.
1How much is the Egypt visa for South Africans?
2How do I apply for an Egypt e-Visa from South Africa?
3What passport validity do I need for Egypt?
4Does a tour operator help with the Egypt visa?
5Are airport pickups and transfers included in Egypt tour packages?
6When is the best time to visit Egypt from South Africa?
7How far ahead should I book an Egypt tour from South Africa?
8Is Egypt safe for South African tourists?
9How much does an Egypt tour package from South Africa cost?
10Can I customise an Egypt tour package?
11How do you travel between Cairo, Luxor and Aswan?
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
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