Name: Romantic Allure of Egypt: Ideal Tour for Couples
Brand: Zicasso
Rating: 4.875536480686695 (466 reviews)

Couple enjoying breakfast with a view over the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt

What to expect on this itinerary

Evoking the enchantment of yesteryear, this romantic 11-day Egypt tour is a journey for two to pyramids, temples, oases and beaches. Featuring iconic extras like a carriage ride to Horus Temple, you’ll spend 11 days exploring antiquity, while reveling in the country’s most amorous accommodation. Just sit back and allow Egypt to impress its hand-in-hand charm.

Countries Visited

Egypt

Places Visited

Giza, Aswan, Edfu, Luxor, Hurghada

Suggested Duration

11 Days

Day 1

Giza – A Night with the Pyramids

Cairo is a big and messy city, far from the versions of romance most couples hold in their mind. But the Giza suburb has some space. And your hotel suite will provide uninterrupted views over the pyramids. These fabulous structures are the very essence of antiquity and while most visit them for a few hours, you will have the pyramids available whenever you open the curtains. After an airport transfer you’ll be transferred to Giza’s finest hotel. A welcome candlelit dinner is served on the rooftop as the famous pyramid light show plays out.

Accommodation

Transfer

Day 2

Giza – Horseback to the Pyramids

Riding horseback to the pyramids is a couple’s adventure to evoke the tales of early travelers. It’s otherworldly, hooves kicking up dust as you’re transported thousands of years back into history. Climb down from your horses and enter one of the pyramids, a glimpse into a world that most can only imagine. Then return to your hotel as the crowds arrive, for lunch and quiet time on the roof. This afternoon you’ll be transferred to Coptic Cairo, where churches and mosques juxtapose upon mazy streets that will always excite the senses.

Tour

Accommodation

Breakfast

Day 3

Aswan – Sailing into the Sunset

Aswan is Egypt’s most romantic town, especially when you escape the bustle of where the cruise ships dock. It still retains an oasis feel and you can drift off at one of the al fresco cafes beside the souks. This afternoon you’ll board a private sailboat and cruise around small islands with your skipper. With nobody else on board, you can lie back and watch the desert roll by, before the wind picks up and you sail towards a desert sunset.

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Accommodation

Breakfast

Day 4

Aswan – Oasis Life

This morning has been left free, so you can wake up late and take it slowly before an afternoon exploring Aswan’s key sights. First the High Dam, a remarkable structure from the present day. Then Philae Temple in its evocative state of ruin. Next the souks, all aromas and sounds as you travel upon winding lanes. In the afternoon you can enjoy a second felucca sailing trip, the seclusion and serenity making this one of the most romantic things to do anywhere in Egypt.

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Accommodation

Breakfast

Day 5

Edfu – Cruising down the Nile River

This morning you’ll start a two-night cruise down the River Nile. Although it’s not a private cruise, the boat is one of the smallest used for multi-day trips, helping you preserve the intimacy that’s been building over the last few days. After most of the day cruising, you’ll disembark and ride by horse and carriage to Horus Temple. It’s a glamorous, yesteryear arrival to a magnificent slice of antiquity. 3000 years of history hide here and the stories are so much more real when you’re wandering past inscriptions and hieroglyphs.

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Accommodation

Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast

Day 6

Luxor – The Temples of Luxor and Karnak

The cruise continues and you will arrive in Luxor just after lunch, leaving enough time to gasp at the East Bank treasures. First Luxor Temple, a symbol of regal excess standing to one end of an avenue lined by sphinx. Then Karnak Temple, a mighty structure of pillars and hideaways, where your guide will allow lots of time for you to get lost on your own. Wandering hand in hand through this temple of temples is an iconic couple’s immersion in the scale and detail of ancient Egypt.

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Accommodation

Breakfast

Day 7

Luxor – Hot Air Balloon Ride

It’s an early start this morning as you will be in the air by sunrise. With sharp sounds the gas inflates the balloon and you soar, privately, high above the Valley of the Kings. Beneath you lie the tombs of pharaohs and kings, the rock-cut structures stretching far into the desert. From up here you can appreciate the scale of the valley, before you touch down close to Tutankhamen’s tomb and explore the area on foot. This afternoon you can explore more of Luxor’s West Bank, in and between laid-back time along the river.

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Accommodation

Breakfast

Day 8

Hurghada – Indulgence on the Red Sea

After a relaxed start you will be transferred privately to Hurghada, a sleepy town on the Red Sea. You’re staying outside the town, at a dreamy resort perched over the water. For the next three days there isn’t much but you and your partner, strolling hand in hand along the sand and getting lost in each other. This is Egypt’s most romantic place to be and you have three days, beneath the sun, gazing across the endless blue water. Expect discreet and professional service along with all the amenities you can anticipate from a five-star boutique resort.

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Accommodation

Breakfast

Day 9 - 10

Hurghada – Romantic Beach Time

These two days have been left completely free so you can rest and relax on the Egyptian coastline. The scuba diving is spectacular here, much better than further north in Egypt, especially due to pelagic fish emerging from the depths. There is a spa and pool at the resort, along with a mostly private beach where you can lay back and unwind. After Egypt’s history this is a more classical conclusion to your vacation and there’s nothing to interrupt your serenity.

Accommodation

Breakfast

Day 11

Hurghada – Departure

Trip Highlights

Soar over the Valley of the Kings on a private sunrise hot air balloon ride
Escape to the Red Sea and three nights of seclusion in Hurghada, where there is little but the soft sound of water and wind
Arrive in style with a horse and carriage ride to Horus Temple, and a horseback ride to the Great Pyramids of Giza
Savor two days cruising down the River Nile on a luxurious small-boat cruise
Explore the living wonders of Coptic Cairo, where you can walk hand in hand through labyrinthine history
Relax and escape during two days in Aswan, a desert oasis where you will spend an afternoon sailing into the sunset

Starting Price

$3,500 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.

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Verified Traveler Reviews

Based on 466 reviews

Egypt Tour Review: Cairo, Luxor, Pyramids, 4-Day Trip

Zicasso's tour operator took care of everything. All we had to do was show up. Our tour guides in Cairo and Luxor were great and very knowledgeable. They took very good care of us. I would definitely recommend this company. We saw everything we hoped for in four short days.

Egypt Vacation Review: History, 7-Day Trip

Everything from the airport meet in Cairo to the airport departure from Cairo was perfect. Each guide was an expert, engaging, and excited to discuss and describe our various sightseeing adventures. The hotels were also fabulous. We could not have expected any more.

Egypt Travel Review: Pyramids, Tombs, Temples, 2 Weeks

Through no fault of Zicasso's tour company, we were not able to do the Jordan portion of our trip due to the outbreak of hostilities between Israel, Iran, and then the US. When learning Jordanian airspace was closed, the company jumped into action to provide us with immediate alternatives to the Jordan portion of the trip, including a full refund for that portion if so desired. But because they had done such a fabulous job on the Egypt portion of the trip, we decided to extend our Egypt trip and spend several days in Alexandria and out in the desert at an oasis.

My wife and I cannot say enough good things about the job Zicasso's travel company did for us. We received first-class service, travel, and accommodations, with help, from the moment we deplaned in Cairo until we went back to the airport to leave Egypt 15 days later.

My wife and I travel each summer to Europe and beyond, and most often do our trips entirely on our own. However, Egypt and Jordan are places I believe American tourists need help with at most stages of the journey ,and our travel company provided that help in an extraordinary way. I would personally recommend this company to all of my traveling friends, as well as anyone else interested in my opinion.

Egypt, Turkey Travel Review: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Cairo, Luxor, Private Guides, 2 Weeks

Our journey through Turkey and Egypt in May 2025 with Zicasso's travel company was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment we landed until our final departure, every detail was thoughtfully arranged, making the experience seamless, immersive, and truly unforgettable.

What set this trip apart was our exceptional tour guides. In both countries, the guides were not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also passionate, warm, and attentive. They brought the rich histories of Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Cairo, Luxor, and beyond vividly to life. Whether we were exploring ancient ruins or navigating vibrant bazaars, our guides made every moment engaging and meaningful.

A special mention must go to our tour organizer. His behind-the-scenes coordination, quick responsiveness, and personal care were evident throughout. He ensured every transition was smooth, every need was anticipated, and every traveler felt individually looked after. His dedication and professionalism elevated the entire experience.

We returned home with a deeper appreciation of these remarkable destinations, lasting memories, and a strong desire to travel again with our travel company. We highly recommended them for anyone seeking a thoughtfully curated, high-touch travel experience.

— Dr. Vishnu P.

Egypt Tour Review: Alexandria, Pyramids, Red Sea, Valley of the Kings, Nile Cruise, 10 Nights

This trip was a trip of a lifetime, and Zicasso's travel company made sure we did everything on our bucket list, from going inside a pyramid to a Nile cruise, the Valley of the Kings, and a couple of days of relaxing at a resort on the Red Sea. They stayed within our budget by listening to us and tweaking the trip (over and over and over, they were so patient with me). I have already referred them to two friends and I can't say enough good things about this travel company. Thanks, Zicasso, for always vetting the best companies!

Egypt, Jordan Travel Review: Luxor, Petra, Hot-Air Balloon, 11 Nights

I recently had the pleasure of traveling with a Zicasso tour company and I was thoroughly impressed by how seamlessly everything was handled from start to finish. Their level of organization was outstanding—every element of the itinerary was clearly communicated in advance and all logistics were executed without a hitch.

What truly stood out was their attention to detail. From tailored experiences to local insights, it was clear they go the extra mile to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey.

The entire experience felt effortless on my end, which is a testament to the behind-the-scenes effort and expertise of their team. I would highly recommend this travel company to anyone looking for a stress-free, well-curated travel experience.

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Romantic Allure of Egypt: Ideal Tour for Couples

What to expect on this itinerary

Countries Visited

Places Visited

Suggested Duration

Customizable Itinerary

Giza – A Night with the Pyramids

Giza – Horseback to the Pyramids

Aswan – Sailing into the Sunset

Aswan – Oasis Life

Edfu – Cruising down the Nile River

Luxor – The Temples of Luxor and Karnak

Luxor – Hot Air Balloon Ride

Hurghada – Indulgence on the Red Sea

Hurghada – Romantic Beach Time

Hurghada – Departure

Trip Highlights

Starting Price

What's Included

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