15-Day Turkey & Egypt Tour: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Cairo, Aswan, Nile Cruise
Tour Overview
Quick Answer
Explore Turkey and Egypt on this 15-day journey featuring Istanbul, Antalya, Cappadocia, Cairo, and a 5-star Nile Cruise, including 4-star hotels, domestic flights, the international flight from Istanbul to Cairo, guided tours, and private transfers.
This 15-day itinerary combines the cultural heritage of Turkey with the ancient wonders of Egypt through a carefully planned route. Begin in Istanbul before continuing to Antalya's archaeological treasures and Cappadocia's distinctive volcanic landscapes. The journey then continues to Egypt, where Cairo's iconic monuments lead into a three-night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Along the way, explore the Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. Licensed English-speaking guides, domestic flights, private transfers, and comfortable accommodations provide a seamless travel experience across both countries.
Highlights
Explore Istanbul's Old City, including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, and a scenic Bosphorus Cruise.
Visit the ancient cities of Perge, Aspendos, and Side, where Roman architecture meets the Mediterranean coastline.
Discover Cappadocia's fairy chimneys, Uçhisar Castle, Zelve Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, and Kaymaklı Underground City.
Experience Egypt's ancient landmarks, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Saqqara, and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Cruise the Nile while visiting Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings.
Itinerary
Arrival at Istanbul and private airport transfer Istanbul hotel service. After hotel check-in, the rest of the day is free for leisure. In the evening, a travel consultant provides a welcome briefing for your Turkey and Egypt travel itinerary.
Enjoy a full-day Istanbul private guided old city tour experience exploring the historical peninsula. Visit the Hippodrome Square, Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column, and the German Fountain. Discover the architectural masterpieces of Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
Continue to Topkapi Palace and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar shopping experience with 4000+ shops Istanbul tour.
Start the morning with an unforgettable Bosphorus cruise Istanbul luxury boat experience between Europe and Asia. Visit the Spice Bazaar and enjoy panoramic views of the Golden Horn.
Later, take a domestic flight from Istanbul to Antalya Turkey coastal holiday package.
Experience the highlights of the Antalya cultural heritage tour including Perge Aspendos Side ancient cities.
Explore Perge Ancient City with its Roman baths and colonnaded streets. Continue to Aspendos Theatre, one of the best-preserved Roman theatres in the world.
Visit Side Ancient City and enjoy free time by the Mediterranean coast. Stop at Kursunlu Waterfalls nature escape Antalya tour experience before returning to the hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a flight from Antalya to Cappadocia travel connection Turkey tour package. Arrival and transfer to Göreme region.
Discover the highlights of the South Cappadocia tour including underground city and valley walking experience.
Visit Ortahisar Castle viewpoint, Mustafapaşa village, Sobesos ancient ruins, and Soğanlı Valley with a scenic hiking route. Explore the impressive Kaymaklı Underground City.
Optional experience: Cappadocia hot air balloon sunrise flight over fairy chimneys.
Enjoy a full-day North Cappadocia fairy chimneys tour and Göreme open-air museum experience.
Visit Uçhisar Castle, Paşabağ fairy chimneys, Zelve Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, and Avanos pottery town.
Optional: traditional Turkish pottery workshop Cappadocia cultural experience.
Later, take a flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul domestic transfer service.
Transfer to airport for an international flight from Istanbul to Cairo Egypt holiday package.
Arrival in Cairo and hotel transfer. Rest of the day free.
Enjoy a full-day Giza Pyramids and Sphinx guided tour Egypt ancient wonders experience.
Visit the Saqqara Step Pyramid complex, the Great Pyramids of Giza, and the legendary Sphinx monument.
Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum Tutankhamun collection guided tour Cairo experience.
Continue to Khan El Khalili Bazaar for an authentic Old Cairo shopping and cultural market experience.
Evening flight to Aswan.
Begin your luxury Nile cruise Egypt experience from Aswan to Luxor journey.
Visit Agilkia Island and Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Board your 5-star Nile cruise accommodation with full-board service Egypt tour.
Sail along the Nile with a Nile cruise experience between Kom Ombo and Edfu temples Egypt itinerary.
Visit the dual temple of Sobek and Horus at Kom Ombo and continue to Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt.
Arrive in Luxor and explore the Karnak Temple complex ancient Egypt guided tour experience.
Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, two of the most iconic temples of ancient Egypt.
Optional early morning hot air balloon experience over Luxor West Bank Valley of the Kings.
Explore the Valley of the Kings tombs, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.
Later, take a flight from Luxor to Cairo Egypt return transfer package.
After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to Cairo Airport for your departure flight.
End of your unforgettable Turkey and Egypt combined cultural discovery tour 15 days itinerary.
Included
Excluded
FAQ
Yes. The tour includes the international flight from Istanbul to Cairo as well as all domestic flights within Turkey and Egypt.
The package includes 7 nights in 4-star hotels in Turkey, 4 nights in 5-star hotels in Egypt, and 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile River Cruise.
Scheduled sightseeing operates with groups of up to 14 guests in Turkey and up to 35 guests in Egypt. Flights, transfers, and leisure time are arranged independently.
Entrance fees are included for all listed sightseeing sites except entry inside the Pyramids of Giza, which is excluded.
Yes. The itinerary combines many of the principal cultural, historical, and archaeological attractions across Turkey and Egypt.
No. Hot air balloon experiences in Cappadocia and Luxor are optional and available at an additional cost.
The tour is rated Moderate, involving regular walking through historic districts, archaeological sites, and museums.
Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before the scheduled departure date.
Additional Notes
- Combines Turkey's cultural heritage with Egypt's ancient archaeological landmarks in one itinerary.
- Includes domestic flights in both countries and the international flight between Istanbul and Cairo for efficient travel.
- Blends private services with professionally guided small-group sightseeing.
- Features a three-night Nile River Cruise alongside hotel stays in both countries.
- Covers many of the region's most significant historical monuments and UNESCO-recognized sites.
- Upgrade to premium or luxury hotel accommodation.
- Add a sunrise hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia.
- Include the optional hot air balloon experience over Luxor.
- Extend your stay in Istanbul or Cairo before or after the tour.
- Request honeymoon amenities or private room upgrades.
- Wear comfortable footwear, as archaeological sites feature uneven stone surfaces and extended walking.
- Early morning and late afternoon offer the best lighting for photography in Cappadocia, Giza, and Luxor.
- Carry sun protection when visiting outdoor attractions, particularly during warmer months.
- Dress modestly when entering religious sites such as Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
- Keep small amounts of local currency for purchases at the Grand Bazaar and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
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.
