Best 12 Days Egypt Vacation from South Africa 2026/2027

Best 12 Days Egypt Vacation from South Africa 2026/2027

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12 Days     11 Nights
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Best 12 Days Egypt Vacation from South Africa: Discover Egypt in 12 Days of Unmatched Adventure and Relaxation

For any traveler coming out of Africa and willing for a mixture of ancient history, culture, and a romantic touch of relaxation, this Best 12 Days Egypt Vacation from South Africa has been made for them. This tailor-made array compliments the enchantment of Cairo with the ever-beautiful sight-seeing of Luxor and Aswan meant for some Nile glory, and those final golden days at the beaches of Hurghada on the Red Sea-all in a perfect Egyptian combo.

This Best 12 Days Egypt Vacation from South Africa package is more than a holiday; it is the uninterrupted flow of witnessing some of the famous places in Egypt with all logistics taken care of. You will stand in awe before the Great Pyramids of Giza, enjoy cruising from one ancient temple to another along the Nile, and finally sit back and soak in the warm waters of the Red Sea — basically, the best tour to Egypt without any stress of planning.

Why Choose This Best 12 Days Egypt Vacation from South Africa

1. This Best 12 Days Egypt Vacation from South Africa Is Tailored for South African Travelers

Convenient flight connections, along with expert guides who understand the needs and interests of South African visitors, will give you that homely feeling while discovering the treasures of Egypt. All airport transfers, local flights, and luxury accommodations have been prearranged to make for a stress-free arrangement.

2. Experience Egypt’s Top Highlights in One Trip

3. All-Inclusive Comfort

Each element of your vacation-from the deluxe hotels in Cairo to your deluxe cabin aboard the Nile Cruise and the all-inclusive Red Sea resort-is picked with an eye for quality, comfort, and sincere hospitality. You will enjoy private transfers, domestic flights, Egyptologist guides, and curated excursions.

4. A Blend of History, Culture, and Relaxation

This is one of the few Egypt packages from South Africa that combines the full Nile Cruise experience along with a few leisure days at the Red Sea. It is well-suited for couples, families, or small groups who want to alternate between sightseeing and downtime.

What Guests Love About This Best 12 Days Egypt Vacation from South Africa Package

All those thousands of tourists who have made this itinerary their trip of 12 days say that this is nothing but a “classic trip of a lifetime.” They talk about the best hospitality and never feeling hurried, seeing many bucket-list attractions while almost never feeling rushed. They mention how tourists gush about unpacking once, with lazy days of sleeping in, waking up every morning to see a different ancient temple or scenic stretch of the Nile, and later unwinding by the Red Sea in Hurghada.

Another important factor appreciated by our customers for the little details: private transfers, 24-hour land support, and multilingual guides who breathe life into Egypt’s ancient wonders through fascinating stories and contextual understanding.

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Enter a realm where timeless beauty meets unmatched luxury. Egypt’s greatest treasures are bestowed upon this Best 12 Days Egypt Vacation from South Africa, along with its finest beaches on which to lounge. Check availability and plan your unforgettable trip to Egypt today.

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Trip Summary

Tour Starts: Cairo
Tour Ends : Cairo
Trip Duration : 12 Days / 11 Nights
Accommodation : Included
Tour Category : Egypt Standard Tours
Trip Theme : Egypt Private Tours
Cities to Visit : Cairo - Giza - Aswan - Luxor - Hurghada
Tour Difficulty : Easy
Available for Handicap : Yes
Group Size : 4 to 10 Persons
Style : Comfort
Nile Cruise : Blue Shadow Nile Cruise , MS/ Champollion Nile Cruise , MS King Tut Nile Cruise ,
Hotel : Barceló Giza Pyramids Hotel ,
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Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Fly from Cape Town to Cairo

    Depart from Cape Town Airport

    Depart from Cape Town International Airport to board your flight to Cairo and begin your  adventure with our Best 12 Days Egypt Vacation from South Africa.

  • Day 2

    Arrival to Egypt

    Arrive Cairo Airport

    Upon arriving at Cairo Airport, our airport representative shall assist you through all one has to undergo at an airport.

    Following this, travel via a private air-conditioned car out of the airport through the streets of Cairo up to the hotel. Thereafter, our tour guide shall assist you with the hotel check-in.

    Overnight at the hotel and free time.

  • Day 3

    Pyramids of Giza and Grand Egyptian Museum Day Tour

    Pyramids of Giza and GEM Day Tour

    In the morning, have your breakfast at the hotel before departing for a tour of Giza Pyramids. transferring in a modern vehicle with your driver and private Egyptologist, you will arrive at what remains one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient Worldthe Giza Pyramids.

    The journey begins from The great pyramid of Cheops better known as Khufu - the largest and most famous pyramid-type structure on the Giza Plateau. Then you will head over to the Pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), crowned with smooth white limestone. And lastly, view the more earthly Pyramid of Menkaure, the lesser grand of the three big pyramids, yet full of charms. Then visits to one of the Queen’s Pyramids, including entering the chambers, will add even more depth to your experience.

    Then, meet the Great Sphinx of Giza, a colossal limestone statue, that has been watching over all the secrets of the plateau since about 4,500 years ago. It has a face of a Pharoah and the body of a lion. The Panoramic Viewpoint will give incredible front-line views of all three pyramids.

    GEM Tour

    Again enjoying every bit of the panoramic view will be a culinary expedition, as lunch will be set up in selected restaurants overlooking the Giza Pyramid Plateau.

    Following the lunch, an exciting trip to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) will keep you busy in the afternoon; it has the honor of being the largest archaeological museum in the world dedicated to a single culture. The exhibits spread across more than 100,000 ancient antiquities include giant statues  and fabulous modern interactive displays that narrate the history of Egypt in vivid terms.

    Finally, transfer back to your hotel and overnight.

  • Day 4

    Aswan City Tour - Nile Cruise Check-In

    Fly to Aswan

    Enjoy your breakfast at your hotel. Then,  meet your tour guide and driver to transfer to Cairo Domestic Airport to fly to Aswan city.
    Arrive at Aswan Airport then, start your day trip to Aswan with your guide and driver: Begin by visiting Egypt's High Dam where you will see the views of Lake Nasser and the Nile.

    Next, transfer to the Philae Temple via motor-boat, Isis Temple.
    After that, visit the unfinished obelisk.
    Then, transfer to your Nile cruise to get assistance to check-in for 03 nights/4 days with full board.
    Get your lunch and free time onboard.

    Then, enjoy your dinner and overnight.

  • Day 5

    Kom Ombo Temple - Sailing

    Nile cruise Sailing

    Enjoy breakfast onboard.
    Free time onboard.
    Enjoy lunch onboard, then enjoy sailing towards Kom Ombo.
    Enjoy sundeck's view of Egypt's fertile land and the lives of Egyptian farmers.
    Arrive Kom Ombo then, meet your guide and go to visit the temple.
    Return to the cruise and start sail towards Edfu.
    Dinner followed by entertainment show and overnight onboard.

  • Day 6

    Edfu Temple and Luxor Temple

    Nile cruise Sailing

    Breakfast onboard of your Nile cruise; meet your tour guide to start your tour.

    Firstly, visit the temple of Falcon God Hours Edfu Temple.

    Lunch onboard of Nile cruise while sailing to Luxor.

    Arrive Luxor then, meet your guide again to start your tour.

    Then, visit Luxor Temple with your tour guide and the famous Avenue of Sphinx.

    Enjoy a tasty dinner onboard. Overnight in Luxor.

  • Day 7

    Luxor City Tour

    Luxor Day Tour - Hurghada

    After having breakfast onboard, your tour guide will assist you to check out from the Nile cruise. Then, meet your driver to start your tour:
    Firstly, visit The Valley of the Kings to enjoy 3 Royal Tombs recommended by our guide, and an additional visit to King Tut from outside.
    Interior part of the tomb is optional with extra fees.
    Then, visit The Hatshepsut Temple.
    After that, visit The Colossi of Memnon.
    Transfer to a high-quality local restaurant for lunch
    Then, visit Karnak Temple which covers a huge area and includes several temples, the largest being the Temple of Amon.
    Finally, your Egyptologist will be transfer you to Hurghada City by a/c private vehicle.
    Arrive Hurghada City and get assist to check-in at your resort.
    Finally, dinner at your hotel and overnight in Hurghada.

  • Day 8

    Hurghada

    Red Sea Beach In Hurghada

    Free time at leisure at Hurghada

    Firstly, have a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Optional activities are available if you enjoy diving, using a private vehicle to the marine to have a sea trip is a possibility.
    finally, Get your lunch and dinner meals, and enjoy a comfortable night at the hotel.

  • Day 9

    Hurghada

    Red Sea Beach In Hurghada

    Free time at leisure at Hurghada

    Firstly, have a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Optional activities are available if you enjoy diving, using a private vehicle to the marine to have a sea trip is a possibility.
    finally, Get your lunch and dinner meals, and enjoy a comfortable night at the hotel.

  • Day 10

    Hurghada

    Red Sea Beach In Hurghada

    Free time at leisure at Hurghada

    Firstly, have a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Optional activities are available if you enjoy diving, using a private vehicle to the marine to have a sea trip is a possibility.
    finally, Get your lunch and dinner meals, and enjoy a comfortable night at the hotel.

  • Day 11

    Hurghada - Old Cairo Day Tour

    Fly To Cairo

    Breakfast is served from 07:00 am until 08:00 am.  After that, transfer to Hurghada airport to fly to Cairo.

    Down at the airport, meet your driver and guide to start your day tour at Coptic Cairo, center of the city and the seat of Egypt's oldest Christian establishments.

    Next, the itinerary proceeds to the Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa), supposedly the refuge for the Holy Family within the old Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga) during their stay in Egypt-major wonders too seldomly noticed behind huge wooden screens embellished by inquisitive statesmen.

    Lunch at a high-quality local restaurant.

    Transfer to Islamic Cairo

    Visit Citadel of Saladin, which is one of the most iconic Islamic monuments in Cairo.

    Next, visit The Alabaster Mosque, which is one of the most visible mosques in the skyline of Cairo.

    Visit Khan El-Khalili Bazaar for a free walk and shopping.

    Finally, transfer to your hotel to get assist to check-in and overnight.

  • Day 12

    Departure to Cape Town

    Fly Back Home

    Breakfast at your hotel, and based on departure flight time, meet our local airport representative and driver to transfer to Cairo International Airport to fly back home.

Inclusions

  • Return International Flight Tickets (Cape Town/Cairo/ Cape Town).
  • Return domestic flights (Cairo/Aswan- Hurghada/Cairo).
  • Entry Visa to Egypt.
  • Meet and Assist at Cairo airport.
  • Transfer from Cairo Airport to your hotel in Cairo.
  • Transfers to all the mentioned sites and attractions in the above itinerary by private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Private Egyptologist accompanies you to the mentioned sites and attractions.
  • Tickets and entrance fees to all the named sites and attractions.
  • 3 nights accommodation at Cairo hotel (Bed and Breakfast).
  • 3 nights accommodation onboard Nile cruise (Full Board).
  • 4 nights accommodation at Hurghada hotel (Soft All Inclusive).
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled water.
  • Taxes and service charges

Exclusions

  • Tipping.
  • Personal needs.
  • Any activity or meal not mentioned above.

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Latest Reviews

2021-07-01
5 review Rating 5 star
We did enjoy our trip in Egypt! We especially thank Egypt united tours, who from the very beginning arranged our trip so meticulously that the entire trip went precisely as planned. We thank them for getting us clean & non-smoking rooms. We're also glad to have A. Hatem as our tour guide. He's very knowledgeable, professional, reliable & most importantly he speaks English well. We had no problem understanding what he was saying. Our little boy had fun interacting with Hatem. Overall we had a positive experience & would recommend anybody to contact Egypt united tours.
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2024-01-27
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Overdue review! A group of my friends booked a 2 week private tour with Egypt United Tours and we had a memorable experience. We worked with Hamad and Monda to set up the multi-city itinerary. I was impressed with how efficient and responsive they were starting from months before our actual trip. Once in Egypt, our tour was fantastic as we were accompanied to all the cultural sites by Egyptologist Ahmed Nashaat. He is a wonderful source of information on all places in Egypt. He was very helpful and enriched our travels . We were fortunate to see these amazing sites and citiess, and learn about them in detail. I would highly recommend Egypt United for a fantastic Egypt trip.
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2021-07-31
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Thank you for your hard work on our trip to Egypt, I must say it was great, my family and I had a wonderful time in Egypt.
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2024-05-06
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I had a best historian, Ahmed, who became a good friend being able to learn and discuss the human history in depth for 12days of visiting great historical sites out of 15 day private tour. He was very professional with his education and guiding, yet very personable character. He climbed Mt.Sinai for his 2nd time ever for sunrise with me too. Scuba diving in Red Sea was exciting at Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh. Mr.Tamir took care of all my airport matters very swiftly and professionally to cut through much long lines, not cutting lines but knowing the way through at the airport missed all the unnecessary delays.. I definitely gave a good tip for making the transition smooth for my jumps along with Ahmed, my guide. And, I thank mostly with initial communicater, Ms.Mohga at office, and smooth drivers along the way. Definitely , I had more than a vacation on the way back, my friend Ahmed.
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2021-08-20
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Egypt United Tours Guides Reviews Mohamed, our tour guide was The BEST!! He is very nice and helpful young man. We had Nour from Egypt United office in Cairo who was sending us Whatsapp messages on daily basis to ensure our trip was going smoothly. She certainly designed an excellent tour itinerary for us. It was a great and memorable trip after the lockdown due to coronavirus. Thanks Nour and Egypt United Tours for such wonderful trip.
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