Tour Overview
13-Day Turkey & Egypt Tour: Cappadocia to Cairo & Nile Cruise is planned as a 13 Days / 12 Nights journey linking Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Cairo, Aswan, Nile Cruise, Luxor. The route is designed to combine cultural sightseeing, practical transport connections and time in the principal destinations without compressing the main visits into a single day.
Across the itinerary, the main sightseeing is built around Cappadocia, Zelve Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, Three Beauties, Avanos, Sobesos, Izmir, Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Ephesus, House of the Virgin Mary, Library of Celsus. Each stop is positioned within the day-by-day route so that the historical, cultural and landscape highlights remain easy to follow from one destination to the next.
Travel logistics are integrated into the program rather than treated as separate arrangements. Depending on the confirmed route, the package includes 4-star hotel accommodation, licensed guided sightseeing, private transfers, domestic flights, ferry connections, a Nile cruise component. The result is a complete multi-day itinerary with the major visits, overnight stops and travel sectors clearly organized.
Tour Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Cappadocia
Your adventure begins with an included flight from Istanbul to Kayseri. Upon arrival, meet our local representative before transferring privately to your hotel in Göreme, one of Cappadocia's most picturesque towns. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing or taking a leisurely walk through the surrounding valleys as you prepare for the discoveries ahead.
North Cappadocia Highlights
Following breakfast, join your guided excursion through Northern Cappadocia. Begin at Uçhisar Castle for panoramic views before visiting the historic village of Çavuşin. Continue to Paşabağ, renowned for its distinctive fairy chimneys, then explore the cave churches of Zelve Open Air Museum and the extraordinary rock formations of Devrent Valley.
Later, visit Avanos to experience its centuries-old pottery tradition before stopping in Ürgüp to admire the famous Three Beauties rock formations.
Optional Experience: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight
South Cappadocia Tour / Flight to Izmir
Today's journey introduces the cultural heritage of Southern Cappadocia. Visit Ortahisar Rock Castle, the traditional village of Mustafapaşa, the archaeological site of Sobesos, and the tranquil Soğanlı Valley with its rock-carved churches.
Complete the day by exploring Kaymaklı Underground City before transferring to Kayseri Airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, continue to your hotel in Kuşadası.
Pamukkale & Ancient Hierapolis Tour
Travel inland to Pamukkale, famous for its dazzling white travertine terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters. Continue to the adjacent UNESCO-listed city of Hierapolis, where you'll discover the Roman Theatre, Temple of Apollo, ancient baths, and one of the largest necropolises in the region.
Return to Kuşadası after the tour.
Ephesus Discovery & Flight to Istanbul
Begin with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary before exploring the impressive archaeological site of Ephesus. Walk along Curetes Street to admire landmarks including the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre while learning about the city's importance during the Roman Empire.
Continue to the Temple of Artemis before visiting the traditional hillside village of Şirince. In the evening, transfer to Izmir Airport for your included flight to Istanbul.
Fly to Cairo
Transfer to Istanbul Airport for your scheduled international flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, meet your Egyptian representative before a private transfer to your hotel.
The remainder of the day is available for relaxation or independent exploration.
Saqqara, Giza Pyramids & Great Sphinx
Today's guided excursion begins at Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, before continuing to the legendary Giza Plateau.
Explore the Great Pyramids and the Great Sphinx while your guide explains the engineering, symbolism, and history of Ancient Egypt's most celebrated monuments.
Grand Egyptian Museum / Flight to Aswan
Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, where remarkable collections of ancient treasures provide a comprehensive introduction to Egypt's pharaonic civilization.
Later, enjoy time at Khan El Khalili Bazaar before transferring to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan, where your Nile Cruise experience begins.
Embark on The Nile Cruise - Day 1
Board your five-star cruise vessel and settle into your cabin before visiting the beautiful Philae Temple on Agilkia Island.
Enjoy the peaceful scenery along the Nile as your cruise begins its journey toward Luxor.
Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples - Cruise Day 2
Continue sailing along the Nile while visiting two of Upper Egypt's most significant temples.
Explore Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus, before continuing to the exceptionally preserved Temple of Edfu.
Luxor East Bank - Cruise Day 3
Arrive in Luxor and discover two of Egypt's most spectacular temple complexes.
Visit Karnak Temple, one of the largest religious sites ever constructed, followed by Luxor Temple, connected historically by the Avenue of Sphinxes.
Valley of the Kings & Flight to Cairo
Optional sunrise balloon flights are available before the day's sightseeing.
Later, visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon before transferring to Luxor Airport for your included flight back to Cairo.
Departure from Cairo
After breakfast, enjoy free time until your scheduled private transfer to Cairo International Airport.
Your journey concludes after discovering the remarkable landscapes, archaeological treasures, and cultural heritage of both Turkey and Egypt.
What's Included
Included
- ✈️ Flights International flight from Istanbul (Turkey) to Cairo (Egypt). All domestic flights within Turkey and Egypt.
- 🏨 Accommodation 5 nights in carefully selected 4-star hotels in Turkey on a bed and breakfast basis. 4 nights in carefully selected 5-star hotels in Egypt on a bed and breakfast basis.
- 🚢 Nile River Cruise 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- 🍽️ Meals Daily breakfast during hotel stays. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the 3-night Nile River Cruise. Lunch during the scheduled small group tours in Turkey, as specified in the itinerary.
- 🏛️ Guided Sightseeing in Turkey 4-Day Small Group Tour covering Ephesus, Pamukkale, and 2 days in Cappadocia, including an English-speaking licensed guide, transportation, entrance fees, and lunch.
- 🏛️ Guided Sightseeing in Egypt 6-Day Small Group Tour covering Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor. Entrance fees to all listed sightseeing sites are included, except the Pyramids of Giza.
- 🤝 Meet & Greet Service Meet & Greet service at Istanbul and Cairo airports.
- 🚐 Transportation & Transfers Private transfers from/to airports, hotels, and cruise ports throughout Turkey and Egypt. Comfortable transportation during all scheduled sightseeing tours.
- 🎟️ Entrance Fees Entrance fees to all sightseeing attractions specifically listed in the included tour programs, except the Pyramids of Giza.
- 🤝 Professional Travel Support English-speaking local guides during scheduled sightseeing tours. Local assistance and carefully coordinated travel arrangements throughout Turkey and Egypt.
Not Included
- To keep the itinerary flexible, the following items are not included in the tour price: ✈️ International Flights International arrival flight to Istanbul and international departure flight from Cairo.
- 🛡️ Travel Insurance 🛂 Egypt Entry Visa Egypt entry visa, currently USD 25.
- 🏛️ Pyramids of Giza Entrance to the Pyramids of Giza.
- 🎟️ Optional Tours & Entrance Tickets Optional tours and entrance tickets to sites not specifically mentioned under Included.
- 🎈 Hot air balloon ride over the Cappadocia (TURKEY) and West Bank of Luxor (EGYPT) 🍽️ Meals & Beverages Meals and beverages not specifically mentioned under Included.
- 🧳 Personal Expenses Personal expenses during the tour. 💰 Tips & Gratuities Tips for guides, drivers, and other services. 📋 Other Services Any services not specifically listed under Included.