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Classic Egypt Tours
A classic Egypt tour is not a compromise. It is the most direct route through the country's most significant sites — Cairo, Giza, Luxor, the Nile, and Aswan — with a private Egyptologist guide who is accountable only to your group, and a private vehicle that goes wherever you go. No group. No shared transport. No guide managing ten people at once.
The difference between our Classic and Luxury ranges is the hotel tier within the five-star category. Classic packages use well-located five-star hotels. Luxury packages upgrade to five-star deluxe properties — Nile-view suites, spa access, and names like the Sofitel Winter Palace. The Egyptologist quality is the same. The privacy model is the same. The itinerary depth is the same. What changes is the hotel experience — and the exclusive additions that come with it.
These are the packages most of our clients book for a first visit to Egypt. They cover the sites that justify the trip: the Grand Egyptian Museum with its Tutankhamun collection, the Giza Plateau before the morning crowds, and the Valley of the Kings with your guide explaining which tombs reward the most attention and why. Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan— on packages of seven days or more — is the part of Egypt that most people wish they'd included when they planned a shorter trip.
All packages below are private, fully escorted from arrival to departure, and priced without a single supplement. Solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups all pay the same per-person rate.
What All Classic Tours Include
- Private Egyptologist guide — English-speaking, university-qualified, with you for every touring day
- Private air-conditioned vehicle — your group only, no shared transport
- 5-star hotel accommodation throughout
- All domestic flights are included
- All site entrance fees for the listed attractions
- Private airport transfers on arrival and departure
Who Books Classic Egypt Tours
Classic packages are the most popular choice for first-time visitors to Egypt. The typical booking is a couple or a small family group who want the full private experience — their own Egyptologist, their own vehicle, no group dynamics — without the premium of the deluxe hotel tier. Solo travelers book these packages regularly; all pricing is per person with no single supplement.
These tours also work well for travelers who spend most of their day at the sites and want a comfortable, clean, well-located hotel to return to — but don't need a spa, a Nile-view suite, or a heritage property name on the booking. If the touring quality matters more than the pillow thread count, this is the right range.
Classic vs Luxury — What's the Difference?
The Egyptologist quality and private model are identical across both ranges. What changes in the Luxury category is the hotel tier — five-star deluxe throughout, with Nile-view rooms, spa access, and named heritage properties — plus exclusive additions like private after-hours GEM access, Dahabiya charter options, and Saqqara deep-dive upgrades. If the hotel experience matters as much as the touring experience, the Luxury range is the right choice. If you want the same private Egyptologist quality with five-star accommodation at a lower price point, the Classic package is the right fit.
Practical Notes
- Best travel months: October to April. November to February offers the most comfortable temperatures at outdoor sites.
- All packages are fully private — no group departures, no shared vehicles.
- Packages can be extended or adjusted. Contact us with your specific dates and interests.
- Domestic flights are included on all packages of 6 days or more. The 5-day tour includes Cairo to Luxor only.
Compare Classic Packages at a Glance
| Package | Days | Destinations | Nile Cruise | Domestic Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Days in Cairo and Giza | 4 | Cairo, Giza | No | No |
| 5 Days Cairo and Luxor | 5 | Cairo, Giza, Luxor | No | Yes |
| 5-Day Cairo, Luxor & Aswan | 5 | Cairo, Luxor, Aswan | No | Yes |
| 5-Day Cairo & Sharm El Sheikh | 5 | Cairo, Giza, Sharm El Sheikh | No | Yes |
| 6 Days Cairo, Alexandria & Luxor | 6 | Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor | No | Yes |
| 6-Day Cairo & Sharm El Sheikh | 6 | Cairo, Giza, Sharm El Sheikh | No | Yes |
| 7-Day Classic Egypt Tour | 7 | Cairo, Luxor, Aswan | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 7-Day Cairo, Nile Cruise & Alexandria | 7 | Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 8-Day Cairo, Nile Cruise & Abu Simbel | 8 | Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 8-Day Hurghada & Nile Cruise | 8 | Cairo, Hurghada, Luxor, Aswan | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 9-Day Cairo, Nile Cruise & Hurghada | 9 | Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 9-Day Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Hurghada | 9 | Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 10-Day Complete Egypt Tour | 10 | Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 10-Day Egypt with Hurghada | 10 | Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 10 Days Cairo, Alexandria & Nile Cruise | 10 | Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 10 Days Cairo, Hurghada & Nile Cruise | 10 | Cairo, Hurghada, Luxor, Aswan | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 11 Days Cairo, Luxor, Hurghada & Alexandria | 11 | Cairo, Luxor, Hurghada, Alexandria | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 12-Day Egypt & Petra Tour | 12 | Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Petra (Jordan) | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 13-Day Egypt Tour with 7-Night Cruise | 13 | Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abydos, Abu Simbel | Yes (7 nights) | Yes |
| 13-Day Egypt Tour with Sharm El Sheikh | 13 | Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Sharm El Sheikh | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
| 14-Day Complete Egypt Tour | 14 | Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Hurghada | Yes (3 nights) | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these group tours?
No. Every Classic Egypt Tour is entirely private. Your Egyptologist and vehicle are assigned to
your group only for the full duration of the trip. There are no shared departures, no group
schedules to accommodate, and no other travelers in your vehicle
How do Classic tours differ from the standard market?
Most Egypt tours sold online use local guides at each city who hand off between them — a
different person in Cairo, another in Luxor, another on the cruise. Our model assigns one
Egyptologist to your group for the entire trip. The continuity changes the quality of the
experience: the context built on Day 1 is still present on Day 7. The guide knows what interested
you at the GEM and uses it at the Valley of the Kings.
Can I upgrade to 5-star deluxe hotels on a Classic itinerary?
Yes. We can upgrade hotel categories on any Classic package without changing the itinerary.
The resulting package sits between Classic and Luxury in pricing. Contact us to discuss
specifics.
Is Abu Simbel worth the extra days?
Consistently yes — especially for first-time visitors to Egypt. The temples are extraordinary in
isolation. What makes them remarkable is the combination of the physical site and the story of
their relocation: the 1968 UNESCO operation that cut the temples into 20-tonne blocks and
reassembled them on higher ground to save them from the Aswan reservoir. Your Egyptologist
explains this at the site. It changes how you see the temples.
Which Classic package is best for a first visit to Egypt?
For most first-time visitors, a 7- to 10-day package strikes the right balance. The 7-Day Classic Egypt Tour covers Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan with a 3-night Nile cruise — the core Egypt experience. If you have more time, the 10-Day Complete Egypt Tour adds Abu Simbel, which is consistently the site visitors say they are most glad they included.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking at least 4–6 weeks ahead, especially for travel between October and March when demand is highest. Nile cruise cabins sell out faster than hotel rooms. If your dates fall during Christmas, New Year, or Easter, 8–12 weeks is safer.
What is the difference between 7-day and 10-day packages?
The 7-day package covers Cairo, the Giza Plateau, Luxor, the Nile cruise to Aswan, and a domestic flight. The 10-day package adds Abu Simbel, more time in each city for deeper exploration, and often includes an additional destination like Hurghada or Alexandria. The extra days reduce the pace — fewer early mornings, more time at each site.
Are meals included?
All packages include daily breakfast at the hotel. On Nile cruise days, all meals are included (breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard). Lunches and dinners on non-cruise days are at your own expense, though your Egyptologist will recommend restaurants suited to your preferences.
Can I customize the itinerary?
Yes. Every Classic package can be adjusted. Common requests include adding a day in Alexandria, swapping Hurghada for Sharm El Sheikh, extending the Nile cruise, or adding a rest day mid-trip. Contact us with your dates and we will build or adjust a package around them.
What happens if my flight is delayed on arrival day?
Your driver monitors your flight in real time. If your arrival is delayed, the transfer adjusts automatically — no extra charge. If a significant delay affects your first touring day, your Egyptologist will restructure the schedule to prioritize the most important sites.
Do you arrange airport visas?
Egypt offers visa-on-arrival for most nationalities. Your driver meets you before immigration and can assist with the visa purchase window, which accepts US dollars, euros, or British pounds. The visa fee is not included in the tour price as it is paid directly to the government.
Is travel insurance required?
Travel insurance is not required to book, but we strongly recommend it. Medical evacuation from Upper Egypt is expensive without coverage, and trip cancellation insurance protects your investment. We can recommend providers if needed.
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