14 Day Private Egypt Trip — Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Dahabiya Nile Cruise and Abu Simbel

14 Day Private Egypt Trip — Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Dahabiya Nile Cruise and Abu Simbel

 Explore Cairo, Luxor and Aswan on a private Egypt trip. A premium 14 day Egypt holiday package for Australians. Enquire for a tailor-made quote.

Countries

1 Country
6 Cities

Type

Private Tour
English Speaking Guide

Duration

14 Days
13 Nights

Run


2026 - 2027

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What Makes This Trip

The Soul of Egypt
14 Days · 13 Nights

Trade the long flight from Australia for a fortnight along the Nile — this private Egypt trip takes you from the Great Pyramids of Giza to Mediterranean Alexandria, the war memorials of El Alamein, and a traditional Dahabiya sail through the quiet southern Nile, finishing at the colossal temples of Abu Simbel. It's a private journey (with a small-group Dahabiya cruise) built for Australian travellers who want to see Egypt slowly and properly, in comfort and away from the crowds. This 14-day Egypt holiday package opens in Cairo with the Pyramids, the Sphinx, Saqqara and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then heads to Alexandria for its catacombs, Pompey's Pillar and the modern Library. You'll pause at El Alamein — a place of real meaning for Australian visitors, where the Commonwealth Cemetery honours those who fell in the North African campaign — before flying to Luxor for Karnak, Luxor Temple and the Valley of the Kings. From there your Dahabiya glides through spots the big ships never reach — El Kab, Gebel El Silsila, Edfu and Kom Ombo — followed by Abu Simbel, the Temple of Philae, and a memorable high tea at Aswan's legendary Old Cataract Hotel. Because we know you've flown more than 20 hours to get here, your first day is kept relaxed, and every domestic flight, transfer, entrance fee and expert Egyptologist guide is arranged for you. You'll travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with free Wi-Fi, stay in hand-picked hotels, sail full-board on the Dahabiya, and enjoy meals throughout as listed. Why book with us? We've been crafting Egypt journeys since 1955, our team is available around the clock across Australian time zones, and every itinerary is tailor-made — add nights, upgrade hotels or adjust the pace to suit you. No pressure, no obligation, and a price with no hidden extras. The best time to travel is during the Australian summer, when Egypt enjoys its cooler peak season — perfect for escaping the heat back home over the Christmas break. Ready to make it happen? Enquire now and we'll send you a tailor-made private Egypt trip quote in AUD, with flexible dates and free-cancellation options available.  

Day by Day

Itinerary Journey

14 Days · 13 Nights

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Day 1 — Arrive in Cairo

After the long flight from Australia, your journey begins gently — a smooth welcome to the land of the pharaohs, with your entry visa handled for you. Met at Cairo International Airport, entry visa provided, and…

After the long flight from Australia, your journey begins gently — a smooth welcome to the land of the pharaohs, with your entry visa handled for you.

  • Met at Cairo International Airport, entry visa provided, and escorted to your private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Transfer to your hotel; your tour manager assists with check-in and confirms pick-up times
  • Rest of the day at leisure to recover from the flight



Overnight: Cairo ·
Meals: None

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Day 2 — Pyramids, Sphinx and Saqqara 

The day you've flown around the world for — the last surviving wonder of the ancient world, up close. Giza Plateau — the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus with your private Egyptologist …

The day you've flown around the world for — the last surviving wonder of the ancient world, up close.

  • Giza Plateau — the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus with your private Egyptologist guide
  • The Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple, where mummification rituals once took place
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Saqqara — the necropolis of ancient Memphis and the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the world's oldest major stone structure
  • Return to your Cairo hotel


Overnight: Cairo ·

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch ·
Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Saqqara

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Day 3 — Grand Egyptian Museum 

A full morning with the world's greatest collection of Egyptian treasures, overlooking the Pyramids. Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) — the largest museum dedicated to a single civilisation, with the complete tre…

A full morning with the world's greatest collection of Egyptian treasures, overlooking the Pyramids.

  • Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) — the largest museum dedicated to a single civilisation, with the complete treasures of King Tutankhamun and the gigantic statue of Ramses II
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Return to your hotel with the rest of the day at leisure



Overnight: Cairo ·

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch ·
Visits: Grand Egyptian Museum

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Day 4 — Drive to Alexandria 

Swap the desert for the Mediterranean in the city founded by Alexander the Great. Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa — blending Egyptian, Greek and Roman influences Pompey's Pillar — the massive Roman triumph…

Swap the desert for the Mediterranean in the city founded by Alexander the Great.

  • Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa — blending Egyptian, Greek and Roman influences
  • Pompey's Pillar — the massive Roman triumphal column amid the ancient ruins
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Bibliotheca Alexandrina — the modern revival of the legendary ancient Library
  • Transfer to your Alexandria hotel for check-in



Overnight: Alexandria ·

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch ·

Visits: Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel, Pompey's Pillar, Bibliotheca Alexandrina

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Day 5 — El Alamein, drive back to Cairo

A meaningful day for Australian travellers, at one of WWII's most decisive battlefields. El Alamein War Museum — the region's military history and wartime memorabilia Commonwealth Cemetery — a movi…

A meaningful day for Australian travellers, at one of WWII's most decisive battlefields.

  • El Alamein War Museum — the region's military history and wartime memorabilia
  • Commonwealth Cemetery — a moving memorial to the soldiers who fell in the battles
  • Lunch at a local restaurant, then drive back to Cairo for check-in



Overnight: Cairo ·

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch ·
Visits: El Alamein War Museum, Commonwealth Cemetery

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Day 6 — Fly to Luxor: East Bank 

Into the world's greatest open-air museum, starting with the largest religious structure ever built. Morning flight from Cairo to Luxor, met on arrival Karnak Temple Complex — dedicated to the god Amun, one …

Into the world's greatest open-air museum, starting with the largest religious structure ever built.

  • Morning flight from Cairo to Luxor, met on arrival
  • Karnak Temple Complex — dedicated to the god Amun, one of the largest religious structures ever built
  • Luxor Temple — linked to Karnak by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes
  • Lunch at a local restaurant, then transfer to your Luxor hotel



Overnight: Luxor ·

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch ·

Visits: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple

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Day 7 — West Bank, board the Dahabiya, sail to Esna 

The royal tombs in the morning, then step aboard your Dahabiya for the most peaceful stretch of the journey. Valley of the Kings — where Egypt's great pharaohs were buried deep in the desert mountains Temple…

The royal tombs in the morning, then step aboard your Dahabiya for the most peaceful stretch of the journey.



Overnight: On board ·

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ·

Visits: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon

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Day 8 — El Kab, sail to Edfu 

Ancient settlements and a beautifully preserved temple, reached the slow way by sail. El Kab — one of ancient Egypt's oldest settlements, with rock-cut tombs and temple ruins in the mountainside Continue sai…

Ancient settlements and a beautifully preserved temple, reached the slow way by sail.

  • El Kab — one of ancient Egypt's oldest settlements, with rock-cut tombs and temple ruins in the mountainside
  • Continue sailing toward Edfu with lunch on board
  • Temple of Horus at Edfu — one of the finest temples from the Greco-Roman period
  • Return to your Dahabiya and continue sailing



Overnight: On board ·

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ·

Visits: El Kab, Temple of Horus at Edfu

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Day 9 — Gebel El Silsila, sail to Kom Ombo

A dramatic quarry the cruise ships sail straight past — one of the Dahabiya's real privileges. Gebel El Silsila — the ancient sandstone quarry that supplied many of Egypt's temples, with rock-cut c…

A dramatic quarry the cruise ships sail straight past — one of the Dahabiya's real privileges.

  • Gebel El Silsila — the ancient sandstone quarry that supplied many of Egypt's temples, with rock-cut chapels and inscriptions
  • Return to your Dahabiya for lunch and continue sailing toward Kom Ombo through picturesque riverbank scenery



Overnight: On board ·

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ·

Visits: Gebel El Silsila, Temple of Horemheb

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Day 10 — Kom Ombo, sail to Aswan 

A unique double temple on the Nile's edge, then a gentle sail to Aswan. Temple of Kom Ombo — dedicated to both Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder, with symmetrical halls, fascinating carvings and an…

A unique double temple on the Nile's edge, then a gentle sail to Aswan.

  • Temple of Kom Ombo — dedicated to both Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder, with symmetrical halls, fascinating carvings and ancient medical instruments engraved on the walls
  • Return to your Dahabiya and continue sailing toward Aswan with lunch and dinner on board



Overnight: On board ·

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ·

Visits: Kom Ombo Temple

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Day 11 — Disembark, Abu Simbel by road, high tea at the Old Cataract

Two unforgettable Aswan experiences in a day — colossal temples and a slice of colonial-era elegance. Disembark your Dahabiya in Aswan Drive to Abu Simbel — the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Queen N…

Two unforgettable Aswan experiences in a day — colossal temples and a slice of colonial-era elegance.

  • Disembark your Dahabiya in Aswan
  • Drive to Abu Simbel — the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, rescued in the UNESCO relocation project
  • Afternoon high tea at the legendary Old Cataract Hotel, famous for its timeless elegance and Nile views
  • Check in to your Aswan hotel


Overnight: Aswan ·

Meals: Breakfast, High Tea ·

Visits: Abu Simbel Temples

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Day 12 — Philae Temple and the High Dam, fly to Cairo 

The island temple of Isis and a modern engineering marvel before heading north. Boat ride to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis on its picturesque island High Dam of Aswan — one of Egypt's m…

The island temple of Isis and a modern engineering marvel before heading north.

  • Boat ride to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis on its picturesque island
  • High Dam of Aswan — one of Egypt's most important modern engineering achievements
  • Transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Cairo, met and transferred to your hotel



Overnight: Cairo ·

Meals: Breakfast ·

Visits: Philae Temple, High Dam

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Day 13 — Free day in Cairo

A relaxed day to do Cairo your own way, or add an optional tour. Day at leisure — relax at your hotel or explore the city's streets, cafés and markets at your own pace Optional tours can be arranged o…

A relaxed day to do Cairo your own way, or add an optional tour.

  • Day at leisure — relax at your hotel or explore the city's streets, cafés and markets at your own pace
  • Optional tours can be arranged on request



Overnight: Cairo ·

Meals: Breakfast

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Day 14 — Departure

An easy final morning before your onward journey home. Breakfast at your hotel Private transfer to Cairo International Airport, with assistance through airport formalities Meals: Breakfast

An easy final morning before your onward journey home.

  • Breakfast at your hotel
  • Private transfer to Cairo International Airport, with assistance through airport formalities

Meals: Breakfast

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 Explore Cairo, Luxor and Aswan on a private Egypt trip. A premium 14 day Egypt holiday package for Australians. Enquire for a tailor-made quote.

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    Meet-and-greet service by our representatives at the airport

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    Assistance from our guest relations team throughout your stay

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    All airport transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle with free Wi-Fi

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    6 nights' accommodation in Cairo with daily breakfast

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    1 night's accommodation in Alexandria with daily breakfast

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    1 night's accommodation in Luxor with daily breakfast

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    1 night's accommodation in Aswan with daily breakfast

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    4 nights aboard the Dahabiya on a full-board basis

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    Domestic flights (Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo)

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    All Cairo sightseeing on privately guided tours

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    All cruise sightseeing, shared with the Dahabiya group

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    All sightseeing in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan as listed in the itinerary

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    Entrance fees to all sites listed in the itinerary

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    Tea, coffee and soft drinks during meals aboard your Dahabiya

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    Local English-speaking guide during your tours

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    Lunch at good-quality local restaurants

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    Bottled water during tours and transfers

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    Free Wi-Fi throughout your stay in Egypt

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    All service charges and applicable taxes

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WOW! The Treasures of Egypt tour was an absolutely amazing experience that left me speechless. Our guide was fantastic, the accommodations and meals were fantastic, and the Nile River cruise was unforgettable. The locals were incredibly friendly and we made great friends in our tour group. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an inspiring adventure.

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The Treasures of Egypt tour was an incredible experience that exceeded our expectations. We visited iconic sites, enjoyed comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and a Nile River cruise. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in exploring the rich history and culture of Egypt.

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Our family recently took the Treasures of Egypt tour and it was the trip of a lifetime! We were blown away by the ancient wonders of Egypt, from the Pyramids of Giza to the temples of Luxor and Karnak. Our guide was fantastic and made the experience even more fascinating for all of us. THANK YOU MEMPHIS TOURS!

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