Two weeks in Egypt gives you what a five-day dash cannot: the chance to actually understand this place. You will see the Pyramids, yes, but you will also sit in a felucca on the Nile at sunset, eat breakfast at a local cafe in Aswan where no tourists go, and spend real time at sites like Luxor Temple where our guides grew up walking past the colonnades as schoolchildren.
This itinerary moves at a human pace. Cairo gets three days, not three hours. We spend two full days in Luxor with separate morning visits to the Valley of the Kings and afternoon explorations of Karnak that most tour operators compress into a single exhausting drive. You will float the Nile on a traditional felucca, not just look at it from a coach window. In Aswan, you visit Philae Temple by boat and understand the actual geography of Upper Egypt instead of treating it like a checkbox.
Our guides are Egyptologists from the regions you visit. The Luxor guide grew up in that city and knows the quiet temples the tour buses never reach. The Cairo guide has family near the pyramids and navigates the back streets of Khan el-Khalili bazaar with genuine authority, not a script. We use private 12-seater Mercedes vans for your group, and your guide handles all tickets and queuing so you spend time looking, not waiting.
Temperatures vary by season: Cairo is pleasant year-round, but Upper Egypt in summer can exceed 45°C, so we time early activities for dawn. We build in proper rest days. After a dawn visit to the Valley of the Kings, you have the afternoon free in Luxor to swim, nap, or explore on your own. We include the domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan, so you bypass the grueling drive and arrive fresh.
Two weeks is the right amount of time to feel less like a tourist and more like someone who has genuinely visited Egypt.
Arrive at Cairo airport your Egypt Day Tours representative will meet you in the airport with your name on he will make the paperwork easier for you then you will be transferred by an A/C car to your hotel in Cairo for your overnight and get ready for your 9 Days Hurghada-Cairo-Nile Cruise package
Meals: No Meals
Breakfast. Breakfast. Egypt day tours guide will pick you up from your hotel. You will get to visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Later, you will be moving to visit the Great Sphinx in Cairo with a visit to the Valley Temple of the Pyramid of Chephren. Afterwards, You will be taken to visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, one of the newest and most anticipated cultural landmarks in Egypt. This state-of-the-art museum is located near the Giza Pyramids and houses a vast collection of artifacts, including the complete Tutankhamun collection with many pieces displayed for the first time. Tour the Grand Egyptian Museum: Explore the museum’s extensive exhibits, which highlight the history, art, and culture of ancient Egypt. The museum is designed to offer a chronological walk through Egyptian history, bringing millennia of history to life through its incredible exhibits.
Then enjoy a city Tour Along the Nile then transfer to your hotel.
Overnight there
(Optional) Evening trip to attend the Sound & Light show in the Pyramids area. (35 $ per person).
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch
Breakfast. Transfer to Cairo airport to take your flight to Aswan. Arrive at Aswan and transfer to the hotel. Check in.
Overnight in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast. Egypt day tour rep will transfer you to Cairo airport. To take your plane to Aswan. Our guide will be waiting for you to visit the High Dam and the Philae temple. Transfer to the Cruise. Lunch on board. Sail to Kom Ombo. Afternoon tea.
Visit the temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. Dinner on board. Disco party.
Overnight in Edfu
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
The tour today starts with the remarkable Temple; the best-preserved temple in Egypt: Edfu Temple. The temple is well known with the best-preserved scenes and inscriptions of the Sacred Drama favoring the conflict between the goddess Horus and Seth. The temple is the best-preserved temple in Egypt despite many wall scenes that had been razed by the early radical Christians fighting the pagan religions. You must not miss the breastfeeding scene in the interior walls of Edfu temple, Horus temple, Edfu Temple, and Nilometer.
Afterward, back to the cruise with your guide to sail to Kom Ombo while having your Lunch. Once you arrive, get ready to visit Kom Ombo Temple. The double temple of Kom Ombo dates back to the Graeco-Roman period and It was dedicated to Sobek and Horus gods.
The temple is a sanctuary for the god Sobek the crocodile god to protect this area from the Nile crocodiles and other ferocious animals. Continue sailing to Aswan. Relax and enjoy dinner as you watch the fascinating views of the Nile.
Overnight in Cruise
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Breakfast on board. Cross to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Excursion to the Necropolis of Thebes, on the Western bank. Crossing the Nile, drive to the Valley of Kings; visit the tombs of various Dynasties, The Temple of Deir El Bahari.
On the return journey stop at the Colossi of Memnon which are two gigantic sitting statues representing Amenopis III facing the Nile then visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
Lunch on board. Afternoon free at leisure. Afternoon Tea.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Breakfast on board. Disembarkation.
(Optional) Hot Balloon: Should you want to make your stay in Luxor unforgettable.
Drifting peacefully over the Valley of King, Valley of the Queens, and the Mountain on the Nobles. (100 $ per person)
The flight is approximately 30:45 minutes depending on the weather
Transfer in comfort by an A/C vehicle to Hurghada. arrive at your hotel.
Overnight in Hurghada.
Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast. Free day.
(Optional) In the Giftun Island snorkeling tour, the Egypt Day Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Hurghada or El Gouna for a fantastic tour to the Giftun Island. Gifton Island is a tour with desert island relaxation on the beautiful Red Sea, before you reach Giftun Island you will do 2 snorkeling stops in different areas which are full of corals and magnificent colorful fish, and a chance to swim with dolphins. You+ will enjoy various water sports activities on the island, lunch aboard the boat then return to your hotel in Hurghada. (45 $ per person)
Overnight in Hurghada.
Meals: Breakfast
Free Day in Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch
Breakfast. Transfer to Hurghada airport Departure by flight to Cairo. Egypt Day Tours rep will be waiting for you to transfer to your hotel in Cairo
(Optional) Nile Cruise Dinner with Belly Dancing Show (55$ per person)
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch
Egypt Day Tours guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, then you will be taken on a land trip for 3 hours to Alexandria. You will start your tour in Alexandria by visiting Pompay’s Pillar, Followed by a visit to the Catacomb of Kom El Shoqafa.
Then visit the library of Alexandria from the outside which is the biggest library in the world now with more than 8.5 million books in all fields of life (visit its open court + free museums), then visit the Site of the lighthouse one of the seven wonders of the ancient world we have now in same site castle of Qaitbey, drive along the Cornish 30 km to see the whole part of the city located on the seaside including Alexandria Old harbor where we found 7000 monuments underwater, stop over the famous Stanley Sea bridge, the newest landmark of Alexandria, visit the old downtown of Alexandria to visit the Royal gardens of king Farouk to watch the royal Palaces of Haramlek and Salamlek, royal beaches of the queens, then visit the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city Abo El Abbas Mosque, a statue of Alexander the great which decorate the east entrance of the City, the unknown soldier of Alexandria.
Overnight in Alexandria.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch
Free day.
Overnight in Alexandria.
Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast. Transfer to Cairo by A/C car to enjoy an extraordinary visit to Old Cairo where you will discover the Roman fortress, the Hanging church, also called Al Mo’allaka church, and then to St. Sergius which sheltered the holy family. You will also visit the Coptic Museum. Then transfer to visit the Cave Church.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, and getting a real flavor of Egypt’s history and daily life for a week, it is time for your adventure in Egypt to come to an end.
Our tour escort will be waiting for you at the Hotel lobby and he will take you to Cairo Airport for Final Departure and he will assist you with immigration and customs.
Meals: Breakfast
All prices are charged in USD per person per trip. You can also pay us online via a secure payment gateway without any extra costs or surcharges. This is our pricing policy for this trip.
The initial price is based on 1 adult in group size with the lowest price in the low season
After your tour is confirmed, we will email you the final confirmation of the tour and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will Contain contact numbers of customer care, tour operator, and All information for your convenience.
Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is left to the discretion of the travelers. Although not mandatory, it is of great importance to people who will take care of you while traveling.
If your tour package includes airfare, an extra charge for your children may apply.
Egypt Day Tours do not require a cancellation fee for tours or excursions canceled for ‘force majeure’ reasons like volcanoes, earthquakes, or reasons that are Out of control. If the booking cancellation happens For personal or business reasons and Egypt Day Tours has already incurred the booking costs on your behalf, these costs will be transferred to you.
A 50% payment will be required from the total amount after confirming your tour booking as requested. You can pay by credit or debit card (MasterCard/Visa) through the VeriSign Secured payment system on our website, and the Rest of the Payment will be on a Cash basis upon you Start Your Tour to the Egypt Day Tours representative.
Secure your trip and give yourself greater peace of mind with the Travel Insurance program proposed by Travel Guard. One week, 25$ per person.
All tours don’t include entrance fees to special archaeological sites, such as walking inside one of the pyramids and the Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo or entering the Tomb of Tutankhamen at Valley of the Kings in Luxor are also available at extra cost.
Please contact us if you wish to add or adjust anything to the program.
Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:
The comprehensive price includes 3-4 star hotel accommodations in Cairo (3 nights) and onboard 5-star Nile cruise ship (8 nights), all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) at hotels and ship, all internal flights between Cairo and Luxor, guided tours at all major temples and attractions, entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites, professional Egyptologist guides, and transportation between hotels and sightseeing locations. Travel insurance and international flights are not included but can be arranged through our travel partners at additional cost.
The package includes 5-star Nile cruise ships featuring spacious cabins with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, television, and views. Common areas include dining rooms serving international and Egyptian cuisine, lounge areas with entertainment, sun deck with swimming pool, spa facilities, and typically a library or internet area. Evening entertainment features traditional music, dance, and cultural performances. Cabins have daily housekeeping service. The cruise ship is comfortable and suitable for extended river travel, though some nights are spent in Cairo hotels rather than exclusively on the ship.
Approximately 10-11 days feature active sightseeing and cultural activities, with 3-4 days allocated for travel, transitions between locations, and rest days. The extended itinerary allows unhurried exploration, with afternoons typically free for rest, swimming, or optional activities. Egypt distances are significant; travel between Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan requires flight time and road transportation. The 14-day duration ensures you do not feel rushed, allowing deep engagement with each location. Many travelers value this pace for comfortable, thorough exploration.
Yes, most 14-day Egypt holiday packages offer optional activities including desert safaris, hot air balloon rides over Luxor, felucca sailboat excursions, cooking classes, local market tours, and visits to lesser-known archaeological sites. Optional activities carry additional costs, typically $30-150 per activity. Your tour coordinator provides information about available options when you book your 14-day Egypt holiday online. Some options are booked in advance; others are arranged during the tour based on your interests and preferences.
October through April offers ideal temperatures ranging 20-28 degrees Celsius, making outdoor sightseeing comfortable. May through September brings extreme heat, sometimes exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, making extended outdoor activities uncomfortable and potentially unsafe. Most travelers prefer winter months for Egypt tours. The Nile cruise operates year-round but with seasonal water level variations. Book well in advance for October through December departures as availability is limited. January through April offers slightly lower prices than peak November-December season.
Yes, the 14-day package offers flexibility for customization. Discuss your preferences and any physical limitations with your tour coordinator when booking. Interests such as photography, Coptic Christianity, Islamic Cairo, or specific temples can be accommodated through guide selection or optional activity substitution. Physical limitations such as mobility concerns can be addressed with alternative sightseeing arrangements. Dietary requirements, language preferences, and travel pace can all be discussed. However, significant customizations may involve additional costs or require different package options. Communicate all preferences when booking your 14 Days Holidays in Egypt online.
