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Best Egypt 12 Day Tour with Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Australia

Experience a highlighted Egypt 12-day tour with Dahabiya Nile cruise from Australia. Are you ready for a magnificent 12-day journey through the wonders of Egypt? This exclusive tour, specially designed for from Australia, offers an unforgettable experience blending cultural exploration, relaxation, and adventure. From the bustling streets of Cairo to the tranquil waters of the Nile River, and the stunning beaches of Hurghada, this tour promises to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Begin your Egypt 12-day tour with Dahabiya cruise from Australia in Cairo. Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza, and the impressive Grand Egyptian Museum. Fly from Cairo to Aswan to begin your 3-night Dahabiya Nile cruise from Aswan to Esna. Visit the beautiful Temple of Philae in Aswan. Explore the most intact temple in Egypt, Edfu Temple. Discover the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings, and the largest temple in the world, Karnak Temple. Travel from Luxor to Hurghada for some relaxation on the Red Sea beaches. Explore the magnificent Red Sea underwater world. Then fly from Hurghada back to Cairo for the rest of your Egypt 12-day tour with Dahabiya cruise from Australia.

Join our 12-day Egypt tour with Dahabiya Nile cruise from Australia for an unforgettable journey through Egypt’s wonders. From the pyramids of Cairo to the serene Nile and the beaches of Hurghada, this tour blends history, culture, and relaxation. Discover the magic of Egypt with our exclusive Egypt tours from Australia, a trip you’ll remember forever.

Price Includes

  • Meet & assist service upon arrival and departure
  • All transfers as per the itinerary by air-conditioned vehicles
  • 5-star standard hotel in Cairo on a Bed and Breakfast basis for 05 nights
  • Dahabiya Nile cruise ship on a full-board basis for 03 nights
  • 5-star standard hotel in Hurghada on an All-inclusive basis for 03 nights
  • 27 meals: 11 breakfasts, 09 lunches, and 07 dinners
  • Water, soft and hot drinks on the Dahabiya cruise
  • Drinks at Hurghada hotel
  • Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada
  • Hotel picks up and drops off
  • Entrance fees as per the itinerary
  • Domestic flights as per the itinerary
  • Licensed English speaking tour guides
  • All service charges and local taxes

Price Excludes

  • International flights
  • Arrival visa
  • Gratuities
  • Meals and drinks when not included
  • Any optional tour
  • Travel insurance
Highlights of this Egypt 12 Day Tour With Dahabiya Nile Cruise From Australia
  • Visiting the only ancient wonder still standing, the Great Pyramid of Khufu, when you visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the giant Sphinx
  • The fabulous contents of the impressive Grand Egyptian Museum
  • Sailing the peaceful Nile River like a pharaoh from Aswan to Esna on a small boat, Dahabiya Nile cruise
  • The magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings in Luxor
  • The wonderful sunny beaches of the Red Sea and its awesome underwater world in Hurghada
  • The largest temple in the world, Karnak Temple in Luxor
  • The beautiful Temple of Philae in Aswan, the Pearl of Egypt
Itinerary
Egypt 12 Day Tour With Dahabiya Nile Cruise From Australia

Day 1 Arrive in Cairo, Egypt

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will meet and assist by our representative of “Egypt Best Vacations” who will help you through the arrival and visa regulations. Then, transfer to your hotel for free time and the beginning of your Egypt 12-day tour with Dahabiya cruise from Australia.

Meals Plan: No Meals Included

Day 2Visit Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and GEM Museum

Your actual Egypt 12-day tour with Dahabiya Nile cruise from Australia begins when our professional tour guide picks you up from your hotel to commence your tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and the GEM Museum.

Today, you will visit the Giza Plateau. Today’s tour includes the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure with the great Sphinx. The only ancient wonder which still remains (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Are you ready to discover it from the inside? (Optional). Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were constructed, and why they were constructed. 

Savor your lunch at a local restaurant, then proceed to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Explore the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian treasures in one stunning modern complex. You’ll stand face-to-face with the full Tutankhamun collection and enjoy immersive galleries that bring Egypt’s history to life. Then, transfer back to your hotel.

Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3Explore Alexandria Wonders

Today, your Egypt 12 day tour with Dahabiya cruise from Australia, takes you to the beautiful City of Alexandria. Your tour includes the famous Roman Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. The catacombs are huge Egyptian tombs and royal cemeteries with Ptolemaic and Roman influences. The catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa are one the largest Roman burial sites not just in Alexandria but in Egypt. These catacombs started as a private tomb for a wealthy family, then became a public cemetery. The catacombs house more than 300 tombs.

From the catacombs to the Pompey’s Pillar. Many of the ancient historians did not tell us more details about the “Pompey’s Pillar” but about the buildings that stood nearby and have disappeared now. The hill on which the pillar is erected was covered with temples and houses a long time before the Roman era. It was the place of the Citadel of Rhakotis. A temple was dedicated to Osiris-Serapis was built on the mountain.

Then proceed to the Citadel of Qaitbay. The Citadel of Qaitbay in Alexandria is one of the most important fortifications in Egypt. It was constructed by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay to defend Egypt against the Ottomans/Turks. End your tour to Alexandria wonders with visiting the Library of Alexandria. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then travel back to Cairo.

Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch 

Day 4Coptic Cairo, Saladin Citadel and Khan El-Khalili Tour

Following your breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Citadel of Saladin, which was built in 1172 to protect Cairo from the Crusaders. At the citadel, you can visit the White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha, which is one of its most prominent features. Continue to Coptic Cairo District to visit the Hanging ChurchAbu Serga Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Your tour will conclude in the largest market in Egypt, Khan El-Khalili, a historical bazaar. Then, head back to your hotel.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only

Day 5Fly to Aswan - Aswan Tour - Dahabiya Nile cruise Holiday

A wonderful Dahabiya Nile cruise holiday awaits! You’re going spend the next four days of your Egypt 12 day tour with Dahabiya cruise from Australia onboard a Dahabiya River Nile cruise. So, we will transfer you to Cairo Airport to fly to Aswan to begin your 3-night Dahabiya Nile River cruise from Aswan to Esna. Meet your guide just outside the arrival terminal at Aswan Airport to commence your Aswan tour.

Explore the wonders of the beautiful City of Aswan such as the High Dam, one of the great engineering feats of the 1960s. Then proceed to the beautiful Temple of Isis at Philae Island. This temple was built during the Greco-Roman era and, was dedicated to Isis, goddess of Love and Magic in ancient Egypt. You will end your Aswan tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. Then, transfer to your Dahabiya Nile cruise ship to set sail to Kom Ombo. 

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6Kom Ombo - Gabel El-Silsilah- Edfu

Breakfast then visit the twin Temple of Horus and Sobek together with the Crocodile Museum at Kom Ombo. This temple was built during the Greco-Roman period. The temple began during the time of Ptolemy V and was completed by the time of Emperor Tiberius. The emperors Domitian, Caracalla, and others added to the temple. So it took about 400 years to finish.

Enjoy a short visit to the Crocodile Museum before you go back to your Dahabiya Nile cruise to set sail to Gebel El Silsilah. Lunch on board and visit the Quarry of Gabal El-Silsilah where the ancient Egyptian workers cut the sandstone blocks to build temples for their gods. Visit the chapel of Horemheb at the quarry. Set sail to Edfu to overnight there. Enjoy your dinner while sailing.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7Edfu - Esna

Enjoy your breakfast, then take a Horse and Carriage to visit the most intact temple in Egypt, the Temple of Horus in Edfu. The Temple of Horus in Edfu is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples, dedicated to the god Horus. The temple was built during the Ptolemaic dynasty, between 237 and 57 BCE, and is considered one of the most impressive examples of ancient Egyptian architecture. Take your carriage back to your Dahabiya Nile cruise to set sail to Esna. Overnight in Esna.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8Luxor highlights Tour - Hurghada

Disembarkation followed by transfer to Luxor for visiting the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs of the New Kingdom period were buried. Then proceed to the unique Hatshepsut Temple, who ruled Egypt for about 20 years as a sole pharaoh. Continue to the Colossi of Memnon of Amenhotep III. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant then proceed to the impressive Karnak Temple and the majestic Luxor Temple. These two temples were dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut and Khonsu. 

Transfer to Hurghada for beach activities and relaxation. Explore the stunning underwater world by your own. You will enjoy four full days of your Egypt 12 day tour with Dahabiya cruise from Australia of relaxation in Hurghada before flying back to Cairo.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9Hurghada Day Tours

Enjoy a free day in Hurghada. Tours such as diving, glass boat, safari, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request. 

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10Hurghada Holiday

Enjoy a free day with your Hurghada holiday. Tours such as diving, glass boat, safari, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available upon request.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 11Fly back to Cairo

Transfer to Hurghada Airport to fly to Cairo. Transfer from Cairo Airport to your hotel for the final night of your Egypt 12 day tour with Dahabiya cruise from Australia. 

Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch 

Day 12End of your Egypt 12 day tour with Dahabiya cruise from Australia

Conclude your Egypt 12 day tour with Dahabiya cruise from Australia with a transfer to Cairo Airport for final departure. It is really sad to leave, but feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only

Things to Know

Pricing Policy

All our prices are quoted in USD per person per trip. You can also make your payment online through a secure payment gateway with no additional fees or surcharges. We accept USD, Euros, GBP, CAD, AUD and NZD.

The starting price is for one adult in a twin room on a group tour. It shows the lowest price during the low season. There’s a single supplement for single accommodation.

Tipping

Tipping is not included in our tour packages and is left entirely to your discretion. While it is not mandatory, it is greatly appreciated by the people who assist you during your journey.

Here is a suggested tipping list:

Driver – full day             $3-5 per person per day.

Driver – transfer           $1-3 per person per day.

Tour guide – full day     $15-20 per person per day.

Tour guide – half day    $10-15 per person per day.

Representative / tour leader    $3-5 per person per day.

Nile cruise crew              $5–10 per person per night paid at the end of the cruise.

Dahabiya Nile cruise crew     $10-20 per person per night at the end of the cruise.

Children Policy

  • Children from 0-2 years pay 30% of the adult price.
  • Children from 3-5 years pay 40% of the adult price.
  • Children from 6-11 years pay 50% of the adult price.
  • Children from 12 years pay adult price.

Cancellation Policy

We do not charge cancellation fees for tours canceled due to ‘force majeure’ events such as natural disasters or other uncontrollable circumstances. However, if you cancel for personal or business reasons after we have incurred booking costs on your behalf, these costs will be charged to you.

  • From the date of booking up to 75 days before the date of your arrival, 10% of the total tour price will be charged.
  • Between 74 and 61 days before your arrival date, 25% of the total tour price will be charged.
  • Between 60 and 30 days before your arrival date, 50% of the total tour price will be charged.
  • Between 29 and 15 days before your arrival date, 75% of the total tour price will be charged.
  • Between 14 and 08 days before your arrival date, 90% of the total tour price will be charged.
  • Between 07 and 1 day before your arrival date, 100% of the total tour price will be charged.

Deposit and Payment

A deposit between 25-50% is required to secure your booking through a payment link. The remaining balance will also be paid through payment links.

Travel Insurance

We don’t provide a travel insurance. We recommend to buy it beforehand if you want

Extra Expenses & Additional Entry Tickets

Our tours do not include entrance fees for special archaeological sites such as:

  • Walking inside the pyramids.
  • Tombs of Seti I and Ramses V in the Valley of the Kings
  • Entering the Tomb of Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.

These attractions require an additional fee. Please contact us if you would like to add or adjust anything in your itinerary.

Other personal expenses during your trip may include:

  • Food tours and alcoholic beverages.
  • Tipping for guides, drivers, and hotel staff.
  • Visa fees and recreational activities.
  • Additional transportation.
  • Unexpected costs due to bad weather, flight cancellations, or extra hotel nights and meals.

FAQs

Do Australian tourists need a visa to enter Egypt, and how do I get one?

Yes, Australian passport holders require a visa for Egypt. The easiest and most common method is to obtain visa upon arrival in Egypt. You can also obtain a single-entry e-Visa online before you travel via the official government portal. It’s straightforward, avoids queues on arrival, and is valid for tourism. 

Book you online visa on this official website: Egypt Online Visa Portal

What are the best direct flight routes from Australia to Egypt?

There are no direct commercial flights from Australia to Egypt. The most common and efficient routes have one stop in the Middle East:

  • Via Doha (Qatar Airways)

  • Via Dubai (Emirates)

  • Via Abu Dhabi (Etihad Airways)
    Total travel time is typically 18-22 hours depending on your Australian departure city and layover.

When is the best time to travel to Egypt from Australia?

  • Peak Season (Oct-April): This is the Australian summer/spring. Weather in Egypt is ideal – warm days, cool nights. It’s also the busiest and most expensive time.

  • Shoulder Months (May, Sept, early Oct): Still very good weather, slightly fewer crowds, and potentially better prices. May can start to get hot.

  • Low Season (June-Aug): Coincides with the Australian winter. It is extremely hot in Upper Egypt (Luxor, Aswan), but cruise and tour prices are at their lowest. If you handle heat well, it can offer great value.

How long should I go for tour in Egypt from Australia?

Given the long flight, a trip of 10 to 14 days is highly recommended to make the journey worthwhile. A classic 10-12 day tour typically covers:

  • Cairo (Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo)

  • A Nile Cruise (Luxor to Aswan, 3-4 nights)

  • Possibly an extension to AlexandriaAbu Simbel, or the Red Sea (Hurghada/Sharm El-Sheikh) for relaxation.

Egypt Best Vacations offers a wide a range of tour packages for the Australian tourists. They’re ranging from 4 days to 15 days covering the wonders of Egypt with a Nile cruise and Red Sea beaches.

Is Egypt safe for Australian tourists?

This is the #1 concern. The consensus from the Australian government’s Smart Traveller advice and tour operators is that major tourist areas are generally safe. The advice is to:

Egypt Best Vacations confirms that Egypt is a safe and welcoming destination for Australian travelers. We are fully committed to your security and peace of mind throughout your journey. We take every measure to safeguard you during your trip.

Should I join a group tour or book a private tour for Egypt holiday from Australia?

  • Group Tour: More affordable, social, fixed itinerary and dates. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, or those who want a structured experience.

  • Private Tour: More expensive, but fully customizable (pace, interests, dates), offers flexibility and personalized attention. Great for families, photographers, or special interest groups.
    Many Australians opt for small-group tours (max 16 people) for a balance of value and experience. 

  • At Egypt Best Vacations, we specialize in private tours and intimate small-group journeys. Our small-group tours are capped at just 16 guests to ensure a personal experience. Unlike other companies, we offer flexible, year-round departures with no fixed dates. This means you can choose the perfect travel dates that work for you and your Australian schedule, and sign up whenever you’re ready.

What should I wear? What's the dress code if I take a tour to Egypt from Australia?

Egypt is conservative but used to tourists. The key is modesty and comfort:

  • For Men & Women: Light, loose, breathable clothing covering shoulders and knees is respectful, especially outside resorts and in local areas.

  • At Historical Sites: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, and sunglasses are non-negotiable.

  • On a Nile Cruise: Resort-style wear is fine on board; cover up when going ashore.

  • In Mosques: Women will need to cover their hair (a scarf suffices).

Will I get sick? What about food and water during my tour in Egypt from Australia?

“Pharaoh’s Revenge” is a common worry.

  • Water: Do not drink the tap water. Only drink bottled or filtered water. Egypt Best Vacations  will provide you water during the tours.

  • Food: Eat at reputable places recommended by your guide. Avoid salads that may have been washed in tap water and unpeeled fruit from street stalls. Cooked food is generally safe.

  • Precautions: Pack a good travel medical kit including electrolytes (Hydralyte), diarrhoea medicine, and hand sanitizer.

What about travel insurance for my tour to Egypt from Australia?

This is CRUCIAL. Given the cost and distance, comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory. Ensure it covers:

  • Medical evacuation (the most important).

  • Trip cancellation/interruption (due to unforeseen events in Australia or Egypt).

  • Activities you plan to do (e.g., hot air ballooning in Luxor).

  • Declare any pre-existing medical conditions.

Egypt Best Vacations does Not provide a travel insurance, so, we recommend to buy it beforehand.

How do I stay connected to Australia during my Egypt tour?

  • Buy a local SIM card at the airport (Vodafone Egypt, Orange, Etisalat) – data is cheap and reliable.

  • Alternatively, activate your Australian provider’s roaming plan, but this is often more expensive.

  • Most hotels and Nile cruises have Wi-Fi, but it can be slow.

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