Cairo
Taste of Egypt
4-day classical tour of Cairo with a refined stay at a 5-star hotel. Discover the city’s…
From$535per person
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Mid-range comfort · Private sightseeing · Since 1974
Classic Egypt Tours The Timeless Route
The Pyramids, Luxor and the Nile to Aswan in comfort, with the Hilton Pyramids, the Le Fayan cruise and private sightseeing included.
- 10
- Journeys to choose from
- 4–10
- Days
- $535
- Starting price per person
- 1974
- Family-run since
The journeys
Classic Egypt Tour Packages
Four to ten days on Egypt's classic route, with private guides and entrance fees included.
Cairo & Luxor
King Treasure
6-day journey through Cairo and Luxor. Discover iconic landmarks such as the Great Pyramids of Giza,…
From$840per person
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Cairo, Luxor, Aswan
Queen Nefertari
8-day classical holiday covering Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. Travel with expert guides as you discover the…
From$1,085per person
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Cairo & Nile Cruise
King Tut
9-day classical tour covering Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. Visit highlights such as the Grand Egyptian Museum…
From$1,296per person
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Cairo, Nile Cruise & Hurghada
Nile Legend
10-day Classical tour package takes you on a journey through the cultural and historical treasures of…
From$1,220per person
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Cairo, Luxor, Hurghada
Sun & Sea
8-day, 7-night holiday covering Cairo, Luxor, and Hurghada. Enjoy comfortable accommodation, guided visits to the cities’…
From$1,180per person
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Cairo, Aswan, Luxor & Alexandria
Alexander The Great
10-day classical tour covering Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Alexandria, and the Graeco-Roman Museum. Travel with expert guides…
From$1,310per person
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Cairo, Aswan & Luxor
Romantic Nile
10-day classical tour covering Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, including a special visit to Abu Simbel. Explore…
From$1,329per person
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Cairo, Nile Cruise & Sharm El Sheikh
King Tut Dive
10-day classical tour covering Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Sharm El Sheikh.
From$1,570per person
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Cairo, Aswan & Luxor
5 Days Cairo, Luxor & Abu Simbel Tour
Explore Cairo, Giza, Abu Simbel and Luxor in five days with guided sightseeing, private transfers and…
From$1,030per person
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- Private sightseeingYour own guide at every site.
- Five-star Nile cruiseFull board on the Le Fayan.
- Entrance fees includedAt every site in the itinerary.
- Support on WhatsAppOur Cairo team throughout your trip.
The guide
The Classic Egypt Itinerary
A classic Egypt tour follows the route travelers have taken for well over a century: the Pyramids and the treasures of Cairo, the temples and royal tombs of Luxor, and the Nile south to Aswan. Our classic Egypt tour packages travel this route in comfort, with the Hilton Pyramids hotel in Giza, the five-star Le Fayan Nile cruise, the first-class sleeper train, and private sightseeing with an English-speaking guide at every site.
This page compares our classic packages, explains what sits at the heart of a classical Egypt itinerary, and shows how the classic tours differ from our budget and luxury ranges.
Our Classic Egypt Tour Packages
| Tour | Days | What it covers | Double room |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste of Egypt | 4 | Cairo and Giza | $580 |
| King Treasure | 6 | Cairo and Luxor, by sleeper train | $933 |
| Queen Nefertari | 8 | Cairo and a 3-night Nile cruise | $1,240 |
| King Tut | 9 | Cairo and a 4-night Nile cruise | $1,460 |
| Nile Legend | 10 | Cairo, Nile cruise and Hurghada | $1,410 |
| Alexander the Great | 10 | Cairo, Nile cruise and Alexandria | $1,617 |
| Romantic Nile | 10 | Cairo, Nile cruise and Abu Simbel | $1,626 |
| King Tut Dive | 10 | Cairo, Nile cruise and Sharm El Sheikh | $1,720 |
Prices are per person from October to April. Every tour page lists triple-room, single and summer rates; in summer King Tut costs $1,401 in a double room.
The Classical Egypt Itinerary
Whatever the length, a classical tour of Egypt is built around three places:
- Cairo and Giza. The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, and on longer tours the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum and the older pyramids at Saqqara.
- Luxor. Karnak and Luxor Temple on the East Bank, the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut on the West Bank.
- The Nile to Aswan. The temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo on the way, and the Temple of Philae in Aswan.
The ten-day classic tours then add one more highlight: Abu Simbel, Alexandria, or a few days on the Red Sea.
A Sample 9-Day Classic Tour
King Tut is our classic tour in its fullest form:
- Cairo, 2 nights at the Hilton Pyramids. Arrival with meet and assist, then a private day at Giza with your guide.
- Sleeper train to Luxor. Overnight in a first-class sleeping car, with dinner and breakfast on board.
- Nile cruise, 4 nights on the Le Fayan. Luxor’s temples and tombs, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan, with full board.
- Sleeper train to Cairo. Overnight back north for your flight home.
If you have a day less, Queen Nefertari follows the same pattern with a three-night cruise.
Classic, Budget or Luxury?
| Budget | Classic | Luxury | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo hotel | Mamlouk Pyramids | Hilton Pyramids | Marriott Mena House |
| Nile cruise | La Sara | Le Fayan | MayFlower |
| Travel south | Sleeper train | Sleeper train | Domestic flights |
| 9-day or similar tour from | $1,250 | $1,460 | $2,850 (8 days) |
The classic range is the middle ground: more comfort than our budget Egypt tours for about $200 more per person, at roughly half the price of our luxury Egypt tours. The private sightseeing and entrance fees are included at every level.
Where You Stay
- Cairo. The Hilton Pyramids hotel, the base for your sightseeing at Giza.
- On the Nile. The five-star Le Fayan, with full board on every cruise night.
- Luxor, on land tours. The Sonesta St. George on King Treasure, or the Steigenberger Nile Palace on Sun and Sea.
- By the sea. The Hilton Plaza Resort in Hurghada, or the Sultana Gardens in Sharm El Sheikh on King Tut Dive.
What Our Classic Tours Include
- Meet and assist at the airport and all transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel nights with breakfast, and full board on the Nile cruise
- First-class sleeper train tickets with dinner and breakfast, where listed
- Private sightseeing with an English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to all sites in the itinerary
- Service charges and taxes
What is not included
- International flights and your Egypt entry visa
- Optional tours and extras not listed in the program
- Tips for guides, drivers and cruise staff
When to Go
October to April is the classic season, with warm days and cool evenings. Prices from May to September are slightly lower, and sightseeing starts early to avoid the heat. Plan well ahead for Christmas, New Year and Easter. Our guide to the best season to visit Egypt covers each month.
Why Book a Classic Tour With Delta Tours Egypt
We are a family-run operator based in Cairo, arranging travel in Egypt since 1974. Our classic tours depart daily, the guiding is private, and our team stays reachable on WhatsApp throughout. To compare every style and length, see all our Egypt tour packages, or ask for a tailor-made version.
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FAQ
Classic Egypt Tours: Your Questions Answered
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Chat on WhatsApp+20 109 002 1560What is a classic Egypt tour?
A classic Egypt tour follows the traditional route: the Pyramids and Cairo, the temples and tombs of Luxor, and the Nile to Aswan. Our classic packages add mid-range comfort, with the Hilton Pyramids hotel, the Le Fayan Nile cruise and private sightseeing with a guide.
How much does a classic Egypt tour cost?
Our classic packages cost from $580 per person for four days in Cairo, $933 for six days in Cairo and Luxor, and $1,460 for nine days with a four-night Nile cruise, in a double room from October to April.
What is included in a classic Egypt tour?
Meet and assist, private transfers, hotel nights with breakfast, full board on the Nile cruise, first-class sleeper train tickets with dinner and breakfast where listed, private sightseeing with an English-speaking guide, entrance fees in the itinerary, and service charges and taxes.
Which hotels and cruise do classic tours use?
The Hilton Pyramids in Cairo and the five-star Le Fayan Nile cruise. Land-based tours use the Sonesta St. George or the Steigenberger Nile Palace in Luxor, and the beach tours the Hilton Plaza Resort in Hurghada or the Sultana Gardens in Sharm El Sheikh.
How do classic tours travel between Cairo and Luxor?
By the overnight first-class sleeper train, with dinner and breakfast served on board. If you prefer to fly, we can quote the difference.
What is the difference between classic and budget tours?
Classic tours use the Hilton Pyramids and the Le Fayan instead of the Mamlouk Pyramids and the La Sara. The route, private sightseeing and sleeper train are the same, and a nine-day classic tour costs about $200 more per person.
What is the difference between classic and luxury tours?
Luxury tours use hotels such as the Marriott Mena House, ships such as the MayFlower, and domestic flights instead of the sleeper train. They cost roughly twice as much as the classic range.
Which classic tour includes Abu Simbel?
Romantic Nile, a ten-day tour combining Cairo, a four-night Nile cruise and the temples of Abu Simbel, from $1,626 per person in a double room.
Can I add the Red Sea to a classic tour?
Yes. Nile Legend ends with two nights in Hurghada and King Tut Dive with two nights in Sharm El Sheikh, both on soft all-inclusive terms.
Is the sightseeing private?
Yes. Your English-speaking guide and vehicle are for your party only throughout the tour. The cruise ship itself is shared with other guests.
Do classic tours depart on set dates?
No. Our classic packages depart daily, and we fit the itinerary around the cruise departure days.
Are classic tours cheaper in summer?
Yes, slightly. King Tut, for example, costs $1,401 per person in a double room from May to September, against $1,460 from October to April.
Read before you go
Plan Your Egypt Trip
Travel guideGiza Pyramids Complex: History, Map, Tickets & Guide
Travel guideValley of the Kings: Inside Egypt’s Royal Afterlife
Travel guideKarnak Temple: History, Highlights & Visitor Guide
Travel guideNile Cruise Luxor–Aswan: Complete 2026 / 2027 Guide
Travel guideAbu Simbel Temples: Ramses II’s Monument to Eternity
Travel guideBest Season to Visit Egypt
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