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Turkey & Egypt

Istanbul's empires for three nights, then Egypt's pyramids in Cairo and Luxor's temples: two of the world's great history trips in one.

Trip at a glance

  • Duration8 days / 7 nights
  • Starts inIstanbul
  • RouteIstanbul · Cairo & Giza · Luxor
  • Places3 destinations
  • CountryTurkey (Türkiye)
  • Ideal forMulti-country tours
  • Trip stylePrivate, customisable
  • Package codeNX-WAAPSY

Best time to visit: April to June and September to November

Topkapı Palace – Istanbul
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
Hagia Sophia – Istanbul
Blue Mosque – Istanbul
Topkapı Palace – Istanbul

Trip overview

Istanbul's empires for three nights, then Egypt's pyramids in Cairo and Luxor's temples: two of the world's great history trips in one.

The route spends 3 nights in Istanbul, 2 nights in Cairo & Giza and 2 nights in Luxor, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits multi-country tours, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

  1. Istanbul 3N
  2. Cairo & Giza 2N
  3. Luxor 2N

Highlights

Hagia SophiaBlue MosqueTopkapı PalacePyramids of Giza and the SphinxGrand Egyptian MuseumKhan el-KhaliliKarnak TempleLuxor TempleValley of the Kings

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Istanbul

  • Arrive via Istanbul Airport (IST) and transfer to your hotel
  • Check in and settle in
  • Later: Grand Bazaar: One of the largest covered markets

Day 2Istanbul: Bosphorus cruise and Bosphorus cruise

  • Bosphorus cruise: Between two continents
  • Bosphorus cruise

Day 3Istanbul: Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque

  • Hagia Sophia: Byzantine wonder
  • Blue Mosque: Six minarets

Day 4Istanbul to Cairo & Giza

  • Fly from Istanbul to Cairo & Giza and cross into Egypt (flight timings confirmed in your quote)
  • Check in at your Cairo & Giza hotel
  • Grand Egyptian Museum: Tutankhamun's treasures

Day 5Cairo & Giza: Nile dinner cruise and Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

  • Nile dinner cruise: Evening on the river
  • Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: Last of the Seven Wonders

Day 6Cairo & Giza to Luxor

  • Travel from Cairo & Giza to Luxor by road or train, or fly where it saves time (we compare options in your quote)
  • Check in at your Luxor hotel
  • Luxor Temple: Lit up at night

Day 7Luxor: Temple of Hatshepsut and Nile cruise start

  • Temple of Hatshepsut: Terraced temple
  • Nile cruise start

Day 8Depart from Luxor

  • Breakfast and hotel check-out
  • Transfer to Luxor International Airport (LXR) for your journey home

How this version is planned

  • Visa applications sequenced for each country
  • Short flights or trains between countries chosen to save time
  • Currency and SIM tips for each country

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

  • Istanbul: Visit mosques outside prayer times and dress modestly.
  • Cairo & Giza: Visit the pyramids at opening time; mid-day is hot and crowded.
  • Luxor: Take the sunrise balloon over the west bank.
FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?
Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.
When is the best time for this trip?
Istanbul: April to June and September to November. Cairo & Giza: October to April. Luxor: October to April.
How do I start the trip from Chennai?
The trip begins in Istanbul (Istanbul Airport (IST)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.
How much does this package cost?
We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.
What documents do I need?
A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.
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