Quick answer
A 7-night Egypt trip from India costs about ₹95,000 per person on a budget, ₹1,30,000 mid-range and ₹2.6 lakh for luxury, twin sharing, including return economy flights, a three-night Nile cruise and domestic flights. Entry tickets now take a real share of the budget, roughly ₹12,000–18,000 per person, so check whether your package includes them.
Egypt at three budgets
Budget
Starting from
₹95,000
per person, twin sharing
3★ Cairo hotel, a 4★ Nile cruise with meals, sleeper train or budget domestic flights, group sightseeing, e-visa and return economy flights.
Mid-range
Starting from
₹1,30,000
per person, twin sharing
4★ Cairo hotels with Giza views, a 5★ three-night cruise, two domestic flights, private guide in Cairo, main entry tickets, e-visa and return economy flights.
Luxury
Starting from
₹2,60,000
per person, twin sharing
5★ Nile-view hotels in Cairo, a luxury cruise or dahabiya, Abu Simbel by air, a private Egyptologist throughout and return economy flights.
Starting prices per person on twin sharing for 7 nights, reflecting typical market rates at the time of review. Peak dates (Diwali, Christmas–New Year, May–June school holidays) cost more. GST and TCS apply as per law on packages.
Where the money goes (mid-range, per person)
| Item | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Return flights | ₹34,000–55,000 | EgyptAir non-stop from Delhi and Mumbai, or one stop via the Gulf |
| Egypt tourist e-visa | ₹2,200–2,700 | About USD 25–30, single entry |
| 4★ Cairo hotels, 4 nights (per person) | ₹14,000–22,000 | — |
| Nile cruise, 3 nights 5★, full board | ₹28,000–45,000 | — |
| Domestic flights (Cairo–Aswan, Luxor–Cairo) | ₹12,000–20,000 | — |
| Entry tickets | ₹12,000–18,000 | Giza, Grand Egyptian Museum, Saqqara, Karnak, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Abu Simbel, Philae |
| Guides, transfers and Abu Simbel transport | ₹8,000–14,000 | — |
| Meals outside the cruise | ₹5,000–8,000 | — |
| Tips (baksheesh) | ₹2,500–4,000 | — |
| Travel insurance | ₹1,000–1,800 | — |
Return flight fares from Indian cities
| From | Typical return economy fare |
|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹35,000–55,000 |
| Mumbai | ₹34,000–52,000 |
| Bengaluru | ₹38,000–58,000 |
| Chennai | ₹38,000–58,000 |
| Kochi | ₹36,000–55,000 |
Booked 4–8 weeks ahead outside peak holidays. Last-minute and festive fares run higher.
How to spend less without ruining the trip
- Travel in October, March or early April; cruise prices are lower than in December and January with workable weather.
- Check what your cruise includes: guided temple visits and entry tickets are sometimes extra.
- Avoid optional tours sold on board at a premium; book Abu Simbel and the balloon ride with your package.
- Take the overnight sleeper train between Cairo and Aswan to save a hotel night and a flight, if you have time.
- Pay ticket offices by card; many major sites are now cashless.
- Carry small notes for tips rather than handing over large ones and waiting for change.
How much does an Egypt trip cost from India?
For seven nights, plan on ₹95,000–1,30,000 per person, twin sharing, including international flights, a three-night Nile cruise and two domestic flights. Egypt's costs come from three places: the flight from India, the cruise, and entry tickets, which have risen sharply since 2024.
| Tier | From, per person (7 nights, with flights) |
|---|---|
| Budget | ₹95,000 |
| Mid-range | ₹1,30,000 |
| Luxury | ₹2,60,000 |
Entry tickets are now a major line
At late-2026 rates, foreigners pay about EGP 700 for the Giza plateau, about EGP 900 more to go inside the Great Pyramid, and about EGP 1,450–1,830 for the Grand Egyptian Museum, where a further increase was reported from November 2026. A typical route adds Saqqara, Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Abu Simbel and Philae. All told, budget ₹12,000–18,000 per person, more if you add Tutankhamun's tomb or other special tickets. At the reference rate of about ₹1.8 per pound, local prices look small but add up quickly. Plan priorities with things to do in Egypt.
The Nile cruise
A three-night cruise between Aswan and Luxor, with meals and some guided visits, is the backbone of most trips. 5★ ships cost roughly ₹28,000–45,000 per person; budget ships cost less, luxury ships and dahabiyas much more. Ask whether entry tickets are included, and confirm vegetarian meals in writing.
Hotels and guides in Cairo
Cairo hotels are fair value, and pyramid-view rooms in Giza are popular with Indian families. Compare areas on where to stay in Egypt. A private Egyptologist for Cairo's sights is worth the cost, especially at the museum. Cairo traffic is slow, so a hotel close to the sights you care about saves both time and taxi fares.
Visa, forex and tips
Most Indian passport holders need an e-visa of about USD 25–30 before flying; check our Egypt visa guide. Carry a forex card and small Egyptian pound notes for baksheesh. TCS applies to overseas tour packages bought in India and can be adjusted against your income tax.
December and January are the most expensive months for cruises; October and March offer good value. See best time to visit Egypt.
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