Tour Overview
14-Day Turkey & Egypt Tour : Istanbul, Gallipoli, Cappadocia to Nile Cruise is planned as a 14 Days / 13 Nights journey linking Istanbul, Gallipoli, Cappadocia, 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 Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Side, ANZAC Cove, Chunuk Bair, The Nek, Gallipoli Peninsula, Bosphorus, Cappadocia. 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
Itinerary
Welcome to Istanbul
Your journey begins upon arrival at Istanbul Airport or the cruise terminal, where our representative will welcome you and arrange a private transfer to your hotel. After check-in, you'll receive an overview of your itinerary, transportation arrangements, and scheduled activities. The remainder of the day is free to relax or begin exploring Istanbul at your own pace.
Private Istanbul Old City Tour
After breakfast, meet your licensed English-speaking guide for a private tour through Istanbul's historic center. Walk across the ancient Hippodrome and view the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, and German Fountain before visiting the magnificent Hagia Sophia and the elegant Blue Mosque.
Continue to Topkapi Palace, the former residence of the Ottoman sultans, then spend time browsing the Grand Bazaar, famous for its traditional handicrafts, carpets, ceramics, jewelry, and spices.
Gallipoli Day Trip from Istanbul
Depart Istanbul early and travel through the Thrace region toward the Gallipoli Peninsula. Following lunch in Eceabat, explore the major battlefields and memorials of the First World War, including Anzac Cove, Johnston's Jolly, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial, The Nek Cemetery, and Brighton Beach.
Following the guided tour, return to Istanbul for an overnight stay.
Bosphorus Cruise Tour & Flight to Cappadocia
Begin the day with a cruise along the Bosphorus, where Europe and Asia are separated by one of the world's most famous waterways. Enjoy views of Ottoman palaces, elegant waterfront mansions, suspension bridges, and Istanbul's impressive skyline.
After the cruise, transfer to the airport for your included domestic flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival, continue by private transfer to your hotel in Göreme.
North Cappadocia Tour
Today's guided excursion showcases Cappadocia's extraordinary volcanic landscapes. Visit Uçhisar Castle, the fairy chimneys of Paşabağ, the cave churches of Zelve Open Air Museum, and the remarkable rock formations of Devrent Valley.
Continue to Avanos, a town celebrated for its pottery tradition, before stopping in Ürgüp to photograph the famous Three Beauties rock formations.
Optional Experience: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight
Southern Cappadocia & Return to Istanbul
Explore another side of Cappadocia with visits to Ortahisar Rock Castle, the traditional village of Mustafapaşa, the archaeological remains of Sobesos, and the peaceful Soğanlı Valley.
Later, descend into Kaymaklı Underground City, an extensive underground settlement once used as a place of refuge. Following the tour, transfer to Kayseri Airport for your flight back to Istanbul.
Flight to Cairo
Transfer to Istanbul Airport for your included international flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, meet your Egyptian representative and continue by private transfer to your hotel.
The remainder of the day is available for leisure before your Egyptian sightseeing begins.
Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Saqqara Tour
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 learning about the remarkable achievements of Ancient Egyptian civilization.
Grand Egyptian Museum & Flight to Aswan
Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum to discover one of the world's finest collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including treasures associated with Tutankhamun.
Later, explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar before transferring to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan, where your Nile cruise adventure begins.
Begin Nile Cruise Experience - Day 1
Board your five-star Nile cruise vessel and settle into your cabin before visiting the beautiful Philae Temple, relocated to Agilkia Island.
Spend the evening enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the Nile as your cruise sails south.
Kom Ombo & Edfu Temple Cruise Day 2
Continue cruising along the Nile while visiting two remarkable temples.
Discover Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to Sobek and Horus, before continuing to Edfu Temple, one of Ancient Egypt's best-preserved religious monuments.
Luxor East Bank - Cruise Day 3
Arrive in Luxor and explore two of Egypt's most significant temple complexes.
Visit the vast Karnak Temple before continuing to Luxor Temple, both offering remarkable examples of ancient Egyptian architecture and religious history.
Valley of the Kings & Return to Cairo
Optional sunrise hot air balloon flights are available before today's sightseeing begins.
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon before transferring to Luxor Airport for your included flight back to Cairo.
Departure from Cairo
Following breakfast, enjoy some free time until your scheduled private transfer to Cairo International Airport.
Your 14-day journey concludes after exploring the remarkable historical, cultural, and archaeological treasures of both Turkey and Egypt.
What's Included
Included
- International flight from Istanbul (Turkey) to Cairo (Egypt). All domestic flights within Turkey and Egypt.
- 🏨 Accommodation 6 nights in carefully selected 4-star hotels in Turkey on a bed & breakfast basis. 4 nights in carefully selected 5-star hotels in Egypt on a bed & 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 full-day tours in Turkey and Egypt, as specified in the itinerary.
- 🏛️ Guided Sightseeing in Turkey Private Istanbul Old City Tour with an English-speaking licensed guide, transportation, and entrance fees (lunch not included). Group Bosphorus Cruise Tour in Istanbul. 1-Day Small Group Tour in Gallipoli and 2-Day Small Group Tour 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 airport, hotel, and cruise port transfers 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, unless otherwise stated.
- 🤝 Professional Travel Support English-speaking licensed local guides during scheduled sightseeing tours. Local assistance and carefully coordinated travel arrangements throughout Turkey and Egypt.
- All transfers from/to Airports, Hotels and Cruise Ports with Private Car
Not Included
- To keep the itinerary flexible, the following items are not included in the tour price: ✈️ International arrival flight to Istanbul. ✈️ International departure flight from Cairo.
- 🛡️ Travel insurance.
- 🛂 Egypt entry visa (currently USD 25).
- 🏛️ Entrance to the Pyramids of Giza.
- 🎟️ 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 and beverages not specifically mentioned under Included.
- 🧳 Personal expenses. 💰 Tips for guides, drivers, and other services. 📋 Any services not specifically listed under Included.
