Time your Egypt adventure to one of the great skywatching moments of the era with a seven-day itinerary shaped around the 2027 total solar eclipse. Cairo opens the journey with the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx and the vast halls of the Grand Egyptian Museum, before a short hop to Hurghada trades ancient stone for Red Sea calm, snorkelling water and quiet resort days. From there the route reaches Luxor, positioned squarely under the path of totality, where a private guide leads you through Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and the Colossi of Memnon as the sky darkens at midday. Comfortable hotels, private air-conditioned transport and thoughtfully spaced sightseeing keep the pace easy throughout. Secure your place with Daily Pyramids Tours.
Spend a week weaving together the two sides of Egypt travellers most dream about, and add a rare astronomical headline on top. You will stand in the shadow of the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, wander the towering galleries of the Grand Egyptian Museum, and step inside the Citadel of Salah El-Din above old Cairo before flying south to Hurghada for beach hours, warm sea and unhurried resort life on the Red Sea. A day trip crosses the Eastern Desert to Luxor for Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut’s terraced temple. Threading it all together is the 2027 total solar eclipse, a once-in-a-lifetime event that Egypt is uniquely placed to witness. History, downtime and a sky turned to night at noon, all in a single trip.
Your journey begins the moment you land at Cairo International Airport, where our tour manager will be waiting to greet you and steer you smoothly through the arrival formalities. A private, air-conditioned deluxe vehicle is standing by to whisk you straight to your Cairo hotel.
Once you have checked in and had a chance to freshen up, your tour manager will sit down with you to walk through the full itinerary, confirm pick-up times for the days ahead and answer any last questions, so that everything is set for a seamless start to your Egyptian adventure.
Accommodation: Cairo
After breakfast at your hotel, your private Egyptologist collects you for a full morning on the Giza Plateau. Together you will explore the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus, then stand before the enigmatic Sphinx and the granite-lined Valley Temple, with plenty of time for photographs against these instantly recognisable silhouettes.
Lunch is served at a nearby restaurant before you continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Its cathedral-scale galleries hold treasures, mummies and masterpieces drawn from thousands of years of pharaonic history, and your guide will help you make sense of the pieces that matter most.
If the day allows, you can round things off with a stop at the Papyrus Museum and a browse through the perfume shops close to the Pyramids before returning to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Cairo
The day opens at the Egyptian Museum, guardian of more than 250,000 artefacts drawn from 5,000 years of civilisation. You will move between towering statues, royal jewellery and burial treasures as your guide sketches in the stories behind each hall.
From there you climb to the Citadel of Salah El-Din for its commanding views and the Mohammed Ali Alabaster Mosque, one of Cairo’s great architectural set pieces. After lunch at a local restaurant, the tour continues into the lanes of Khan El Khalili, the historic bazaar at the heart of Islamic Cairo.
The afternoon closes in Coptic Cairo, where you will step inside the Hanging Church of St. Barbara and the Church of Abu Serga before returning to your hotel for the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Cairo
After breakfast you will be driven to Cairo Airport for the short flight down to Hurghada. On arrival, transfer to your Red Sea resort and check in. The rest of the day is yours to spend as you like, whether that means stretching out beside the pool, wandering along the beach or joining optional snorkelling or diving excursions into the reefs that make this coastline famous.
Meals: All-inclusive
Accommodation: Hurghada
An early start from Hurghada takes you across the Eastern Desert to Luxor in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Your first stop is the immense Karnak Temple, one of the largest religious complexes ever built, where the Hypostyle Hall rises around you as a forest of 134 hieroglyph-covered columns.
After lunch at a local restaurant, cross to the West Bank for the twin Colossi of Memnon and the tomb-riddled hills of the Valley of the Kings, where you will descend into painted burial chambers cut deep into the rock. The day continues at the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, its terraced facade set dramatically against the desert cliffs.
There is an optional pause for papyrus and alabaster shopping before the drive back to your Hurghada hotel.
Meals: All-inclusive
Accommodation: Hurghada
A slower-paced day at your resort, with beach, pools and hotel facilities to enjoy at your own rhythm. For something more adventurous, add an optional Bedouin Desert Safari: a 4×4 jeep run deep into the dunes, a visit to a traditional Bedouin village, camel rides or quad biking, a desert sunset, and a barbecue dinner with soft drinks under a star-strewn sky before the transfer back to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hurghada
After a final breakfast you will check out and be transferred to Hurghada Airport in good time for your onward flight home, carrying with you the sight of pyramids at dawn, temple columns in the Luxor heat and the wide blue quiet of the Red Sea.
Meals: Breakfast
At Daily Pyramids Tours, all prices are quoted in US Dollars (USD) unless otherwise specified. However, we gladly accept payments in other major currencies such as Euros (EUR), British Pounds (GBP), and more, based on the official daily exchange rate on the payment date.
Our prices reflect current market conditions, seasonal fluctuations, and service availability, so they may change without prior notice. Once a deposit or full payment is received, your booking price is locked in and guaranteed.
What’s Included in Our Packages:
Please check your specific booking confirmation and itinerary for exact inclusions and exclusions.
Holiday Supplement:
A 25% surcharge applies to all Nile Cruises and tour packages booked during Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays due to peak demand.
To ensure a smooth booking process with Daily Pyramids Tours, our payment terms vary depending on the service type:
After payment, you will receive written confirmation, a tailored itinerary, and travel documents via email. Receipts for all payments will be provided.
We understand plans can change. Our cancellation terms are:
Refunds, when applicable, are processed within 14 business days of receiving your written cancellation notice. Some cruises or hotels may have stricter cancellation policies, which will be clearly communicated in your itinerary.
At Daily Pyramids Tours, we welcome families and offer the following children’s pricing:
Discounts apply only when children share accommodation with two full-paying adults. Note that certain Nile Cruises and luxury hotels may have different policies or restrictions for young children, which will be detailed in your itinerary if relevant.
Some special experiences are optional and not included in standard packages. You may book these in advance or arrange on-site (subject to availability). Examples include:
Optional tours are payable in USD or local currency (EGP). We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak seasons.
While our packages are comprehensive, travelers should budget for:
We advise carrying small amounts of local currency (EGP) for convenience, especially for tipping and shopping at local markets.
Tipping (“baksheesh”) is a customary way to show appreciation for good service in Egypt. Though not mandatory, it is widely appreciated:
Tipping is generally not included in your package price. We recommend carrying small USD or EGP bills for tipping convenience.
The most rewarding window for a trip to Egypt runs through the cooler winter months from November to February, when the days are pleasantly mild and outdoor sites like the pyramids, temples and open-air museums are a joy to explore. It is best to steer clear of the height of summer between June and August, when temperatures in much of the country can push well above 40°C (104°F).
Most travellers heading to Egypt will need the following in order:
Passport: Valid for at least six months from the date of entry.
Visa: Depending on your nationality, you may need to arrange one in advance or obtain it on arrival, while some passport holders qualify for the e-visa.
Travel Insurance: Strongly advised, so that medical costs and other unexpected events are covered while you are away.
Vaccinations: No specific jabs are required for entry, but it is worth checking with your GP or a travel clinic for any that may be recommended.
For the overwhelming majority of visitors, Egypt is a straightforward and safe country to travel in. Considerable effort goes into looking after tourists, particularly around the main sites and in the big cities. As anywhere, it is sensible to skim your government’s latest travel advice before you fly and to keep half an eye on the local news while you are on the road.
Decide Your Travel Dates and Budget
Fix roughly when you want to travel and what you are comfortable spending. That single decision quietly shapes everything else, from flight options to the style of hotel and the tours within reach.
Choose Your Itinerary and Destinations
Egypt spreads its highlights wide: Cairo and the Pyramids of Giza, Luxor, Aswan, a Nile Cruise, Alexandria and the Red Sea resorts. Draw up a shortlist of what you most want to see and roughly how long you want to spend in each place.
Find a Reliable Tour Operator or Travel Agency
You might book with a local Egyptian operator, a home-country agency or a specialist online platform. Whichever route you pick, read recent reviews and ratings to make sure the company has a solid track record.
Select a Tour Package or Customize Your Trip
Many companies offer ready-made packages bundling flights, hotels, transport and guided touring, but most will also tailor an itinerary to your interests, pace and budget if you prefer.
Make a Reservation
Once you have settled on an itinerary, contact the operator to confirm availability. You will share your personal details and pay either a deposit or the full amount depending on the company’s booking policy.
Prepare Your Travel Documents
Check that your passport meets Egypt’s validity rules and apply for your visa if it is required for your nationality. Reconfirm your bookings and keep printed copies of your itinerary, hotel vouchers and tour confirmations.
Pack and Get Ready
Pack to suit the season and the activities on your itinerary. Comfortable walking shoes, high-factor sunscreen and a universal travel adapter are quiet essentials you will thank yourself for.
Enjoy Your Trip!
Once you have landed, follow the day-by-day plan, stay in touch with your guide or agency, and give yourself over to Egypt’s history, landscapes and hospitality.
Tipping, known locally as “baksheesh,” is a well-established part of Egyptian life and is not built into your tour price. Guides, drivers and hotel staff all appreciate a small gesture of thanks for good service, and a helpful rule of thumb is to tip in line with how the service felt, typically somewhere around 10-15% of the bill or fee.
