Egypt Tourism

About Egypt Tourism:

Egypt is a popular destination amongst tourists, especially from India. Tourism in Egypt offers variety of sightseeing and entertainment options. The wide range of Egypt tourism packages provided by MakeMyTrip allows the traveller to explore various Egypt tourist places in comfort. Discover Egypt tourism places and stay in good hotels close to the main Egypt tourist spots. MakeMyTrip’s 21 Egypt tourism packages start at just Rs.48235. Egypt tourism offers something for every kind of traveller – whether you are planning a honeymoon or a family trip, looking for a relaxed resort stay or an active holiday, you will find exciting options in Egypt. Tourism in Egypt is also in a big way about shopping and food, so go ahead and indulge.

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Popular Egypt Tourism in 2025

Egypt Packages	Day/Night	Inclusions	Price
Egyptian Delight Group Tour - 2025 Package	7 Days/6 Nights	Hotels, Flights, Activities, Visa	₹1,43,351
Jewels Of Egypt - Cairo and Hurghada Package	10 Days/9 Nights	Hotels, Flights, Activities, Transfers, Visa	₹1,67,033
Egyptian with Nile Cruise Guided Group 2024 Package	7 Days/6 Nights	Hotels, Flights, Activities, Transfers, Visa	₹1,54,387
Best Selling Egypt with Nile River Cruise Package	8 Days/7 Nights	Hotels, Flights, Activities, Transfers, Visa	₹1,50,616
Nile Majesty - Cairo to Aswan Journey Package	8 Days/7 Nights	Hotels, Flights, Activities, Visa	₹1,79,076
Simply Egypt Package	5 Days/4 Nights	Hotels, Flights, Activities, Transfers, Visa	₹95,058
Best Selling Egypt with Nile River Cruise Package	8 Days/7 Nights	Hotels, Flights, Activities, Transfers, Visa	₹1,50,616
Egyptian Dreams - With Alexandria and Abu Simbel Package	8 Days/7 Nights	Hotels, Flights, Activities, Transfers, Visa	₹1,77,968
Egyptian Splendors With Day Trip to Alexandria & Abu Simbel Package	8 Days/7 Nights	Hotels, Flights, Activities, Transfers, Visa	₹1,83,344
Nile Delights- Luxor & Aswan Discovery Package	8 Days/7 Nights	Hotels, Flights, Activities, Transfers, Visa	₹1,76,605

Discover the Land of Pharoahs in All Its Glory with Egypt Tourism

Egypt is a destination filled with amazing cultural artifacts, monuments and museums that are guaranteed to leave you mesmerized. Tourists are nothing short of enthralled by the diversity of experiences they get. You will get to visit ancient pyramids, museums and exhibits that store relics that date before the 1^st century AD. Dive into a culture with tribal and traditional Arabic influence and explore a land that has housed some of the oldest civilizations known to mankind with Egypt tourism.

Overview

Currency: Egyptian Pound (E£)

Best Time to Visit: Between October to April

Visa for India: A ‘Single-Entry Tourist Visa’ can be obtained for 30 days of tourism travel.

Official Language: Modern Arabic.

Best Places to Visit: The Great Pyramid of Giza, Nile River Valley at Luxor, Mosque of Mohammad Ali, White Desert National Park.

Currency

The Egyptian Pound(E£) is the official currency of Egypt. A single Egyptian Pound would roughly convert to approximately 4.5 INR. Of late, the conversion rate has shown figures close to 4.6 INR and 4.7 INR as well.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Egypt is between October and April as the weather conditions and season make for an ideal experience of Egypt tourism. Thus, travelling during ideal conditions will provide a cooler environment for tourists and will ensure they do not find the conditions to be a hindrance.

How to Reach

Egypt tourism offers some very affordable travel options. Taking a flight would be the most cost-effective option and would take the least amount of time. Since it is an international destination, there are no direct trains or roads connecting India to Egypt. Holiday tour packages to Egypt offer a wide variety of international airlines that provide services across various budgets. So, you can be assured to find the travel option that concurs with your budget and have a seamless experience with Egypt tourism.

Official Language

The official language of Egypt is Modern Arabic. Being a land of tribal history and nomadic culture, many dialects of Arabic are widely spoken as well. You can expect to notice slight changes in the vernacular communication among the locals.

Egypt Tourist Places

The Great Pyramid of Giza

Pyramids are one of the first things that come to mind when one thinks of Egypt tourism. Get ready to witness the oldest surviving structure among the Seven Wonders of the World. The Pyramid of Giza is a monolithic tetrahedral beauty built of limestone that dates to more than 3000 years ago. Egypt tourism

features this place as one of its most visited tourist places.

Nile River Valley at Luxor

Egypt tourism flaunts another star-studded place according to many reviews. The Nile River Valley at Luxor consists of ancient temples, tombs and other beautiful structures that make this place an excellent sightseeing opportunity. History buffs who book Egypt packages absolutely love the sites that they get to witness as it tells a tale of great historical significance.

Mosque of Mohammad Ali

The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha is an intricately designed mosque laden with dome styled architecture. Among Egypt tourist places, the mosque reflects the cultural uniqueness of tourism in Egypt best. It is located in the Citadel area of Cairo in Egypt and opened in 1848. The mesmerizing view of the mosque and the history behind the structure makes it a wonderful addition to Egyptian tourism.

White Desert National Park

The White Desert is made of chalk structures that tower towards the sky and bend like trees creating mushroom-like structures that give a unique touch to the place. Many Egypt tourism packages feature this site as it is one of Egypt's most treasured desserts.

Best Places to Eat in Egypt

Citadel View Restaurant

The Citadel View Restaurant serves French-based and Egyptian styled food. Options range from grilled meat-based dishes to snack items for an evening treat. The main reason this restaurant is a highlight of Egypt tourism is that it offers a brilliant view of Old Cairo, The Citadel and some beautiful gardens. Guests can enjoy a lovely meal while being surrounded by magnificent sights.

Sequoia

Decked with an ambient environment, the Sequoia restaurant serves delicious food and drinks at reasonable prices. Egypt tourism represents the abundance and hospitality of the Egyptian culture. The Sequoia Restaurant is a perfect reflection of these characteristics not just in the food but also in terms of the atmosphere and the service.

1902 Restaurant

Exhibiting a rather European influenced cuisine, the 1902 Restaurant brims of rich culture and is an excellent addition to Egypt tourism. Tourism in Egypt resonates strongly with lavish spreads and 1902 will surely delight you. Many tourists who book Egypt tourism have loved their experience at the restaurant and highly recommend it as well.

The Winter Palace Hotel

Egypt tourism presents a unique restaurant with a rich history behind its establishment and growth over the years. The Winter Palace serves a unique blend of French and Egyptian cuisine that is coupled with very sophisticated service and makes for an ideal fine dining experience. You will not regret adding this restaurant to your holiday packages.

Best Places to Stay in

Egypt tourism offers many options for accommodation that are budget-friendly, customizable, and inclusive of many services and amenities. You can choose the best of the lot that tailors to your requirements accordingly. Here are some popular choices of places to stay among Egypt tour packages.

Solymar Soma Beach, Soma Bay
Kempinski Nile Hotel Garden City, Cairo
Fairmont Nile City, Cairo
Jaz Aquaviva, Makadi Bay

Don’t Miss Out

Cruise on the Nile

The cruise on the Nile is a great experience featured on many Egypt tourism packages. The Temple of Kom Ombo and Horus are the main attractions. Apart from enjoying the tranquillity of the landscape during the ride, you can witness the beauty of the river Nile as you glide past its waters.

Red Sea Scuba Diving

Scuba Diving offers an offbeat experience with Egypt tourism. For those who like to experience the thrills of underwater exploration, the Red at Sharm el-sheik in the Sinai Peninsula offers a great opportunity to do the same. The coral reefs and the colourful undersea flora with reef fishes, turtles, dolphins and dugongs and shark sightings add to the colour and adventure of nature.

Siwa Oasis

Relax at the Siwa Oasis as it’s a rejuvenating place to add to Egypt tour packages. Date palms around the oasis and many hot water springs make this a beautiful and picturesque spot nestled in the corner of the western part of the desert. Consider adding this beautiful part of Egypt tourism to your pick of Egypt tour packages.

Visit Alexandria National Museum

Egypt tourism is often associated with a rich history and Alexandria is a great place to learn about the same while touring with Egypt packages. The National Museum here consists of many Eastern and Western-influenced artifacts that reflect a very organic history of Alexandria and Egypt at large.

Unlock the timeless mysteries of pharaohs, pyramids, and the majestic Nile River!

1 More Option Available

6N/7D

Mandatory tip of USD 7 per person/per day has to be paid by customer on ground

Egyptian Delight Group Tour - 202...

Cairo |

Nile River |

Cairo

2 Flights
3 Hotels
9+ Activities
0 Transfer

₹2,26,539

₹1,43,351

per person

1 More Option Available

9N/10D

Mandatory tip of USD 7 per person/per day has to be paid by customer on ground

Jewels Of Egypt - Cairo and Hurgh...

Cairo |

Nile River |

Hurghada |

Cairo

2 Flights
4 Hotels
8+ Activities
2 Transfers

₹2,33,187

₹1,67,033

per person

1 More Option Available

6N/7D

Mandatory tip of USD 7 per person/per day has to be paid by customer on ground

Egyptian with Nile Cruise Guided...

Cairo |

Nile River |

Cairo

2 Flights
3 Hotels
6+ Activities
0 Transfer

₹2,15,533

₹1,54,387

per person

Learn about land of ancient wonders, vibrant culture, and captivating landscapes! Book our special packages with English-speaking guides.

1 More Option Available

7N/8D

Mandatory tip of USD 7 per person/per day has to be paid by customer on ground

Best Selling Egypt with Nile Rive...

Cairo |

Nile River |

Cairo

2 Flights
3 Hotels
8+ Activities
2 Transfers

₹2,10,268

₹1,50,616

per person

1 More Option Available

Customizable + VISA

Egyptian Dreams - With Alexandria...

7N/8D

2 Flights
3 Hotels
10+ Activities
1 Transfer

Cairo |

Nile River |

Luxor

Abu Simbel and Kom Ombo Temple

₹2,48,453

₹1,77,968

per person

1 More Option Available

Customizable + VISA

Egyptian Splendors With Day Trip...

7N/8D

2 Flights
3 Hotels
7+ Activities
2 Transfers

Cairo |

Nile River |

Cairo

Great Pyramids of Giza
Day Trip To Alexandria

₹2,55,959

₹1,83,344

per person

A selection of exclusive guided packages to suit the needs everyone.

1 More Option Available

6N/7D

Mandatory tip of USD 7 per person/per day has to be paid by customer on ground

Egyptian with Nile Cruise Guided...

Cairo |

Nile River |

Cairo

2 Flights
3 Hotels
6+ Activities
0 Transfer

₹2,15,533

₹1,54,387

per person

1 More Option Available

6N/7D

Mandatory tip of USD 7 per person/per day has to be paid by customer on ground

Egyptian Delight Group Tour - 202...

Cairo |

Nile River |

Cairo

2 Flights
3 Hotels
9+ Activities
0 Transfer

₹2,26,539

₹1,43,351

per person

Frequent Asked Questions About Egypt Tour Packages

Ques. How can I go to Egypt from India?

Ans. Taking the air route is the best way to reach Egypt from India. Flights to Cairo are available from major cities in India. Indians must apply for a visa to enter Egypt and must apply for it in person. Online visas are not available for Indians. You can apply for a visa at the Egypt Consulate in Mumbai. You can choose one of the Egypt tour packages offered by MakeMyTrip which includes a visa to make the process simpler. The visa inclusive tour package costs around INR 58,000 per person. Moreover, most of the Egypt tour packages include flight bookings as well. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. How much does an Egypt trip cost?

Ans. The Egypt tour packages from MakeMyTrip cost anywhere between INR 12,222 to INR 1,04,600 per person. The price depends on the days spent, the number of cities included, and the type of hotel. You will find budget-friendly packages that are suitable for couples and those for families. Visas are not part of most of the tour packages so you will have the visa cost added to the overall expense. Food and other transportation at the destination may not be part of the package.

The shortest tour is for 4 nights and 5 days while the longest package has 6 nights and 7 days. They also have the respective cheapest and most expensive prices. The other packages have 5 nights and 6 days. The packages mainly include hotel booking. The other assorted inclusions in these tour packages are flights, transfers from the airport and to and from other cities, activities to do in each city. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. Which Egypt tour packages are the best for couples?

Ans. MakeMyTrip offers many Egypt tour packages for couples. These packages generally have the duration of 6 nights and 7 days but have different cities and activities available. Visas are not included in these packages. But the flights, hotels, and activities will be taken care of. Here are two of the top packages available:

Yellow Sands & Blue Waters - Hurghada Special: This is the economical package. The stay will be comfortable and at least one activity of the day is included in the price. The highlights of this trip include attractions in and around Cairo for 4 nights and a two-night stay in Hurghada.
Soulmate Special - Cairo & Sharm El Sheikh: This is one of the luxury Egypt tour packages where you get to stay in 4-star hotels and see all the major shows and attractions in Cairo and Sharm El Sheikh. Desert safari and bike rides are the highlights of this trip. You will get to spend 3 nights each in these cities. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. Do the Egypt tour packages cover only Cairo?

Ans. No, the Egypt tour packages at MakeMyTrip include three cities altogether. Most packages have only Cairo included. But three packages include either Sharm El Sheikh or Hurghada in it. While the Hurghada package is available for 6 nights and 7 days only, the Sharm El Sheikh is available for 5 nights and 6 days as well.

Sharm El Sheikh is famous for the desert safari on camels and the quad bike safari through the sand. You must have tickets for both of these and they will be included in the packages. The transfer from the hotel to the location and back is also part of the package cost.
Hurghada is known for its resorts and beaches. The stark contrast of golden sand against the blue sea is a spectacular view. You can enjoy the rides to other islands, diving, snorkelling, desert safaris on quad bikes, etc. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. How much does it cost to see the pyramids?

Ans. Needless to say that the main attraction in Cairo is the three pyramids. They stand regally as symbols of the ancient marvels and have survived to prove it. The pyramids are open to the public and you can even go inside these tombs. All of these will need entry tickets. The day tour to the pyramids costs around INR 5,700 per person and the cost for the light and sound show is INR 3,070.

A visit to these pyramids of Giza is part of the Egypt tour packages with the necessary transportation to and from the hotel. If you are wondering if photography is allowed in these Egyptian monuments, the answer is yes, it is allowed with no fees. You just need to get rid of the flash while taking the pictures.

What makes the tour packages worthwhile is the grand light and sound show at these pyramids where they light up for the night. Their regular shows narrate the history in English. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. How to spend 5 days in Egypt?

Ans. 5 days is the shortest period you need in Egypt. Here is a glimpse of a 5-day travel itinerary for Egypt tour packages.

Day 1: Arrive in Cairo, transfer to the hotel and check-in. Check-in is usually in the afternoon. You can relax for the rest of the day or go out to the city for the night.
Day 2: Have breakfast at the hotel and visit the pyramids of Giza. It takes about 3 hours. You could also visit the light and sound show in the evening. Tickets for each of these will either be part of the tour package or you can buy them in addition.
Day 3: Visit the ancient city of Alexandria. There you will see the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Citadel of Qaitbay, Pompey’s Pillar, Roman amphitheatre, Serapeum, and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. It will be a whole day tour.
Day 4: You can explore the city of Cairo for the day and do some shopping to find souvenirs.
Day 5: Take the flight back home. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. How many days should you spend in Egypt?

Ans. 7 to 14 days is the ideal duration for Egypt tour packages. If you are looking for Egypt tour packages for a quick vacation and want to cover the major places in Cairo, 5 days should be enough. The first day will be your arrival, which will take much time and the final will be your departure day when you will be busy packing up. It leaves you with 3 entire days to explore the pyramids and the Egyptian Museum, visit Alexandria, and explore the city day and night. You can also leave 1-2 days to visit Luxor and explore its attractions. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. What is the best month to go to Egypt?

Ans. Egypt tour packages are available for any month of the year. But you need to choose them according to the weather conditions to help you enjoy the trip. The cooler months in Egypt are from October to April which is also the peak season. If you like to avoid crowds, choose the month before and after the season.

The winter season has a temperature range of 21-33 degrees and the other months are much hotter. It is better to avoid the summer season from June to August when the temperatures could go to 36 degrees or higher.

You will need some good sunscreen to protect your skin, regardless of the months you visit. If you choose the winter season, make sure that you have reservations and carry some light jackets since the night will be cooler. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. What can you wear and not wear in Egypt?

Ans. The one thing you need to understand while booking any of the Egypt tour packages is the dress code so that you are neither underdressed nor unnecessarily overdressed. While there is no specific dress code for the tourists, there are a few things to keep in mind. Formal clothes are necessary only if you are invited to someone’s home. For men, short pants and sleeveless tops are not allowed inside mosques. Women should make sure to wear appropriate clothes that cover them well including their knees and shoulders. But to enter a mosque they should have their head, hands and legs covered properly. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. How do I travel from Cairo to other cities in Egypt?

Ans. When you book any of the Egypt tour packages with MakeMyTrip, you can add the safe and secure airport transfer for your arrival and departure. As for the transportation to the various tourist sites, you will be getting it if they are part of the travel plan or if you have opted for the same. Otherwise, to travel to the various tourist places, you can get taxis or take the metro. Taxis may be slightly expensive. Buses are not a recommended way of transportation and trains can be crowded. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. How much would an Egypt trip cost from India?

Ans. A trip to Egypt from India would cost around Rs. 70,000 to 80,000 per person including flights. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. What can you see in Egypt in 7 days?

Ans. On a 7-day trip, you can visit various attractions in Egypt such as Egyptian pyramids, Khan El Khalili, Egyptian Museum, Coptic Churches, Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque, Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Valley of the kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, The Temple of Horus at Edfu, Temple of Kom Ombo, Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple and Abu Simbel Temples. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. What is the best time to visit Egypt?

Ans. The best time to visit Egypt would be the months of October to May. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. How much is the entry fees for the Pyramids of Egypt?

Ans. An entrance fee of 8 USD per person will be applicable to enter the Pyramids of Egypt. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

Ques. What are the best places to visit in Egypt?

Ans. We recommend visiting Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and Hurghada in Egypt. Book Egypt Tour Packages Now

About Egypt Tourism:

Popular Egypt Tourism in 2025

Egypt Packages

Discover the Land of Pharoahs in All Its Glory with Egypt Tourism

Overview

Currency

Best Time to Visit

How to Reach

Official Language

Egypt Tourist Places

The Great Pyramid of Giza

Nile River Valley at Luxor

Mosque of Mohammad Ali

White Desert National Park

Best Places to Eat in Egypt

Citadel View Restaurant

Sequoia

1902 Restaurant

The Winter Palace Hotel

Best Places to Stay in

Don’t Miss Out

Cruise on the Nile

Red Sea Scuba Diving

Siwa Oasis

Visit Alexandria National Museum

Best Selling Packages

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