13-Day Turkey & Egypt Tour: Cappadocia to Luxor
Tour Overview
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This 13-day Turkey & Egypt tour explores Istanbul, Cappadocia, Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor with 4-star hotels, a 3-night Nile Cruise, domestic and international flights, guided sightseeing, and private airport transfers.
This itinerary combines the cultural heritage of Turkey with the ancient monuments of Egypt through a carefully planned journey featuring guided sightseeing and seamless transportation. Discover Istanbul's Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks before exploring Cappadocia's volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys, underground cities, and rock-cut churches. Continue to Egypt to visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar before boarding a three-night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Along the Nile, explore Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings while experiencing some of the world's most significant archaeological sites.
📋 Tour at a Glance
| Tour Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tour Duration | 13 Days / 12 Nights |
| Countries Covered | Turkey • Egypt |
| Main Destinations | Istanbul, Cappadocia, Cairo, Aswan, Nile River Cruise & Luxor |
| Tour Style | A multi-country cultural journey combining guided sightseeing, ancient civilizations, unique landscapes, and a Nile River Cruise. |
| Travel Style | A carefully coordinated itinerary featuring guided tours, domestic and international flights, private transfers, a Nile River Cruise, and independent leisure time between destinations. |
| Guide Language | English (Licensed Guide) |
| Group Type | Private & Small Group Combination |
| Maximum Group Size | Up to 14 guests in Turkey and up to 35 guests in Egypt. Small groups are used only during scheduled sightseeing tours. Flights, ferry journeys, transfers, and leisure time are arranged independently. |
| Accommodation | 5 nights in carefully selected 4-star hotels in Turkey, 4 nights in selected 5-star hotels in Egypt, and 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile River Cruise. |
| Meals Included | 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 3 dinners. |
| Flights Included | International flight from Istanbul (Turkey) to Cairo (Egypt), plus all domestic flights within Turkey and Egypt. |
| Cruise Experience | 3-night 5-star Nile River Cruise with guided sightseeing and full-board dining. |
| Starting Price | From €3,900 per person. |
| Cancellation Policy | Free cancellation up to 30 days before the tour departure date. |
| Best Travel Season | Available all year round. |
| Physical Difficulty | Moderate. |
| Recommended For | First-time visitors, history enthusiasts, cultural explorers, photography lovers, archaeology enthusiasts, and travelers seeking a Turkey and Egypt itinerary featuring Cappadocia and a Nile River Cruise. |
Highlights
Explore Istanbul's historic landmarks, including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar with a licensed guide.
Discover Cappadocia's fairy chimneys, Uçhisar Castle, Zelve Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, Kaymaklı Underground City, and Soğanlı Valley.
Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Saqqara, the Grand Egyptian Museum, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Experience a three-night Nile Cruise featuring Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, and scenic sailing between Aswan and Luxor.
Explore Luxor's remarkable archaeological treasures, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Itinerary
Welcome to Istanbul, where East meets West. After landing at the airport or arriving via cruise port, a private transfer takes you comfortably to your hotel. Check-in is followed by a short briefing about your upcoming Turkey and Egypt combined cultural journey, where your travel plan and logistics are explained in detail. The rest of the day is free for rest or light exploration of the city’s vibrant atmosphere.
After breakfast, your private guide introduces you to the heart of Istanbul Old City historical tour experience. You will explore iconic landmarks such as the Hippodrome, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia, followed by Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar.
This day delivers a deep introduction to Byzantine and Ottoman heritage travel in Istanbul, combining culture, architecture, and living history in one immersive experience.
Start the morning with a scenic Bosphorus cruise between Europe and Asia experience, passing palaces, bridges, and waterfront mansions that define Istanbul’s identity. After the cruise, continue with your domestic flight to Cappadocia.
Upon arrival, transfer to Göreme, the heart of Cappadocia fairy chimneys and cave hotels region, known for its surreal volcanic landscape.
Today you explore the highlights of Cappadocia guided North tour experience. Visit Uchisar Castle viewpoint, Pasabag fairy chimneys, Zelve Open Air Museum, and Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley). Continue to Avanos pottery town, where traditional craftsmanship still lives on.
Optional: Early morning Cappadocia hot air balloon experience over fairy chimneys at sunrise, one of the most iconic activities in the region.
Explore a different side of Cappadocia with Ortahisar Castle views, Mustafapaşa village, Sobesos Roman ruins, and Soğanlı Valley cave churches hike.
After lunch, descend into the fascinating Kaymaklı Underground City before flying back to Istanbul, completing the full Cappadocia cultural exploration itinerary with domestic flight connection.
Today you travel from Turkey to Egypt, beginning the second chapter of your journey. Upon arrival in Cairo, you are transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free, allowing you to relax and prepare for your upcoming Egypt pyramids and ancient civilization tour experience.
Begin your exploration with Saqqara Step Pyramid, followed by the legendary Giza Plateau. Here you will witness the Great Pyramids and Sphinx, one of the world’s most iconic archaeological zones.
This day represents the core highlight of your Giza Pyramids guided tour with historical storytelling experience.
Discover ancient treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum, followed by a walk through Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of Cairo’s most colorful markets.
Later, fly to Aswan, marking the beginning of your luxury Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor journey experience.
Board your cruise ship and visit Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. Enjoy the calm atmosphere of the Nile while your journey officially begins.
This is the start of your 5-star Nile River cruise Egypt experience with full board accommodation.
Sail along the Nile and visit Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Continue toward Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt.
This segment highlights your Nile cruise itinerary between Aswan and Luxor with temple visits experience.
Today you arrive in Luxor, often called the world’s largest open-air museum. Explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, both representing the peak of ancient Egyptian architecture.
This day is a key part of your Egypt cultural heritage and ancient temple exploration journey.
Optional early morning balloon flight over Luxor West Bank offers unforgettable views. Later, visit Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.
After the tour, fly back to Cairo, completing your luxury Turkey and Egypt combined historical travel package experience.
After breakfast, enjoy free time before your private airport transfer. Your journey ends with unforgettable memories of a multi-country Turkey and Egypt cultural discovery itinerary with flights and guided tours.
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Additional Notes
- Combines Turkey's iconic cultural landmarks with Egypt's most important archaeological sites in a single itinerary.
- Includes international and domestic flights for efficient travel between destinations.
- Features a balanced combination of private services and professionally guided small-group sightseeing.
- Includes a 3-night Nile Cruise, providing convenient access to Upper Egypt's major temples.
- Covers world-famous UNESCO sites, ancient monuments, and cultural highlights with all major transfers included.
- Upgrade to premium or boutique hotels in Turkey.
- Extend your stay with extra nights in Istanbul, Cappadocia, or Cairo.
- Add a sunrise hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia.
- Upgrade selected sightseeing tours to fully private guided experiences.
- Arrange honeymoon amenities or personalized special occasion services.
- Book the optional Cappadocia hot air balloon flight well in advance, as weather conditions may affect availability.
- Wear sturdy walking shoes for archaeological sites and underground cities with uneven surfaces.
- Early morning provides the best lighting for photography at the Pyramids of Giza and Cappadocia viewpoints.
- Carry sun protection during sightseeing in Egypt, especially while visiting open-air temples along the Nile.
- Dress modestly when entering religious sites such as Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
Visa requirements for Turkey and Egypt vary depending on your nationality, country of residence, and passport type. We recommend checking the latest entry regulations, visa requirements, and passport validity rules before traveling.
Many travelers can enter Turkey without a visa or obtain an electronic visa (e-Visa) online before arrival, depending on their nationality. Egypt also offers visa-free entry for some nationalities, while many visitors are eligible to obtain an e-Visa in advance or a visa on arrival. Entry requirements may change, so it is important to verify the latest official information before your departure.
Please ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned date of entry and contains sufficient blank pages for entry and exit stamps, where required.
Once your reservation is confirmed, our experienced travel team will be happy to provide the latest visa guidance and entry information to help you prepare for a smooth and hassle-free journey.
- This tour is available for Daily all year round
- Tour Can be customized.
- Price per person, based on a minimum of 2 adults.
- Price does not include international flight tickets.
- Transfers are considered with 1 luggage per person.
- Once domestic air tickets are issued cannot be modified and a 100% fees will apply in case of cancellation
- Domestic flights schedule may change.
- Domestic Flights Baggage Allowance (including 15 kilos of luggage + 8 kilos of hand luggage)
- Step 1: Booking Request & Confirmation
Once we receive your official request to book your chosen tour package, our team will check local availability and confirm all services (hotels, ferries, and transfers) accordingly.
- Step 2: Official Itinerary Review
Once everything is verified, we will email you your official, final tour itinerary detailing every aspect of your day-by-day journey.
- Step 3: Secure Your Reservation
Upon your review and explicit confirmation of this itinerary, we will proceed to the secure payment process to finalize your booking.
- Payment Schedule:
To lock in your dates and secure your hotels/transfers, a 50% booking deposit is required at the time of confirmation. The remaining 50% balance will be automatically and safely charged 3 weeks (21 days) prior to your scheduled tour start date.
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Reservations may only be canceled by submitting a formal written notice sent via email or certified mail directly to our agency. Because we pre-pay and secure local boutique hotels, high-speed ferries, and domestic flight entities well in advance on behalf of our travelers, our cancellation policy is strictly structured based on the timeline below:
- ⚠️ DOMESTIC FLIGHTS & FERRIES ARE 100% NON-REFUNDABLE: Once domestic flight or ferry tickets are officially issued, they cannot be modified, and a 100% cancellation fee applies to that portion of the package immediately, regardless of when the cancellation notice is received.
- ⏳ Land Portion Cancellation Scale:
For the remaining land portion costs that are legally recoverable from our local hotel and transfer entities, refunds are calculated as follows:
- Notice received 31 days or more prior to arrival/tour start date: 100% Refund (No cancellation fee applies to the land portion).
- Notice received between 31 and 21 days prior to scheduled tour: 75% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received between 21 and 14 days prior to scheduled tour: 50% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received 13 days or less prior to scheduled tour: No Refund will be issued.
Is the international flight between Turkey and Egypt included?
Yes. The itinerary includes the international flight from Istanbul to Cairo along with all listed domestic flights within Turkey and Egypt.
What accommodation is included?
The tour includes 5 nights in 4-star hotels in Turkey, 4 nights in 5-star hotels in Egypt, and 3 nights onboard a 5-star Nile River Cruise.
Are airport transfers included?
Yes. Private transfers between airports, hotels, and cruise ports are included throughout the itinerary.
How large are the sightseeing groups?
Scheduled sightseeing tours operate with up to 14 guests in Turkey and up to 35 guests in Egypt. Flights, transfers, and free time are arranged independently.
Is the Cappadocia hot air balloon included?
No. The Cappadocia hot air balloon flight is an optional activity and is not included in the tour price.
Are entrance tickets to the Pyramids included?
No. Entry to the interior of the Pyramids is excluded from the tour price.
What is the physical activity level?
The tour is rated Moderate, as it includes walking through museums, archaeological sites, valleys, and historical monuments.
What is the cancellation policy?
You may cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the scheduled tour date.
