Egypt
Five thousand years along the Nile — the pyramids of Giza, Luxor’s temples and a cruise through antiquity.
Where History Is
Written in Stone
Egypt is not a country you visit so much as a civilisation you step into. The Pyramids of Giza are older to Cleopatra than she is to us; the temples of Luxor and Karnak are the size of towns; and the Nile still carries feluccas past villages that would be recognisable to a pharaoh.
For Indian travellers it is one of the great value-for-wonder trips — a six-hour flight, a favourable exchange rate, and a density of world-famous sights unmatched anywhere. A Nile cruise links the greatest of them almost effortlessly.
Explore Egypt
by Region
Egypt's wonders cluster in a few regions — most trips combine Cairo, the Nile Valley and, often, the Red Sea.
When Is Your Egypt?
How Long Should You
Stay in Egypt?
A week captures the essentials; ten days adds the Red Sea or the desert.
Journeys Designed
for Egypt
Sample itineraries shaped by our travel designers — a starting point for Egypt, every one reworked entirely around you.
Don't see the right duration or style? Every journey we design is built from scratch around you.
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Egypt Visa — What You Need to Know
Indian passport holders require a visa for Egypt, available as an e-Visa online or as a Visa on Arrival at Egyptian airports, subject to Egypt's immigration requirements.
Most Indian travellers use the Egypt e-Visa (applied online before travel) or obtain a Visa on Arrival at major airports. A confirmed itinerary and hotel booking help at immigration.
Reviewed against current Egypt entry policy. Indian passport holders require a visa, available as e-Visa or Visa on Arrival.
Visa regulations may change without prior notice. Travellers should verify the latest requirements with the Egyptian embassy or the official Egypt e-Visa portal before travel.
Meeting every published requirement does not guarantee that a visa is issued. Each application is assessed on its own merits by the relevant authority, which may request further documents or refuse an application without giving reasons. Live Traveller can prepare and check your documentation, but no agent or operator can promise an outcome — and you should treat anyone who does with caution. Book refundable arrangements until your visa is in hand.
For all Egypt journeys we design, we prepare your complete visa documentation package — the forms, the supporting documents, the sequence of submission. Our visa specialists help travellers prepare complete applications with careful document guidance. Final visa decisions always remain with the relevant authorities.
How Much Does Egypt Cost?
Egypt is outstanding value — a Nile cruise and Cairo cost far less than comparable trips elsewhere.
| Duration & Route | Style | Estimated Cost (per person) |
|---|---|---|
| 5N — Cairo + short cruise | Comfortable | On Request |
| 7–8N — Cairo + Luxor–Aswan cruise | Premium | On Request |
| 10N — Classic Egypt + Red Sea | Luxury | On Request |
| 7N — Cairo + cruise, value | Value | On Request |
Cruise-boat category and guide standard move the price most. We quote per journey with Egyptologist guides.
Travel Egypt Intelligently
A little preparation makes Egypt far smoother.
Egypt Travel FAQ
Egypt for Every Kind
of Traveller
However you travel, Egypt rewards it.
The deepest concentration of ancient wonders on earth, with expert guides.
Unpack once and let the great temples come to you.
Mummies, pyramids and a cruise make history thrilling for children.
Some of the world's best, most accessible reef diving.
Our specialists will ask the right questions and design the journey that fits exactly who you are.
How Far in Advance
Should You Plan Egypt?
Nile cruises and peak-season dates fill early.
Cairo + cruise, or add the Red Sea/desert — it sets the length.
Boat category and guide standard — we shortlist to your budget.
e-Visa online or Visa on Arrival; we confirm current rules.
Egyptologist guides, dawn starts and rest — we shape the itinerary.
What to Pack
for Egypt
Cover for the sun and the sites; layers for cool desert evenings.
Modest, light layers win — you'll move from 40°C sun to cool tombs and breezy cruise decks in a day. Prioritise sun protection, comfortable shoes and small dollar notes for tips.
Combine Egypt With
These Destinations
Egypt pairs naturally with the Middle East and the Gulf.