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Egypt tour packages from Canada

Private, affordable and luxury Egypt tours designed for Canadian travellers — from Toronto, Vancouver, Montréal, Calgary and beyond. Licensed local guides, CAD guidance, no hidden costs.

2012
Guiding Canadians since
11hrs
From Toronto (1 stop)
60+
Verified reviews
$899
Land packages from (USD)
Canadians guided Licensed Local guides Max 12 per small group tour CAD pricing available Land packages from USD $899 (~CAD $1,230)
About Egypt Tours by Locals

Guiding Canadians through Egypt since 2012

Egypt has been one of Canada's most-searched bucket list destinations for decades — and it's no surprise. Whether you're flying out of Toronto's Pearson, Vancouver International, Montréal-Trudeau, or Calgary International, the journey to Cairo is one of the most rewarding you'll make. At Egypt Tours by Locals, we've been designing Egypt itineraries for Canadian travellers since 2012.

Our team of Cairo-based licensed local guides and licensed travel specialists understand exactly what Canadian travellers need: transparent CAD pricing with no surprise exchange-rate costs, Egypt visa guidance for Canadian passport holders, and itineraries paced to make the most of Canada's typically 2–3 week annual leave window.

Since 2012, we've guided over 600 Canadian tour groups from every province and territory through Egypt's wonders.

Maro Saeed — Tour Consultant & Travel Advisor
“Canadian travellers arrive with a depth of curiosity I genuinely love — they’ve done the research, they have questions ready. My job is to make sure every answer goes further than anything they could have found at home.”
Maro Saeed · Tour Consultant & Travel Advisor · with us since 2013
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Compare our most-booked Canadian packages

The five packages Canadian travellers book most — with approximate CAD equivalents. All packages are priced and charged in USD.

PackageDaysUSDCAD (approx.)HotelsNile cruiseAbu SimbelBest for
Affordable Tour6 Days$1,300/pp~CAD $1,6404-StarBudget, first-timers
Budget Nile Cruise7 Days$1,500/pp~CAD $1,9104-StarCouples, families
Best of Egypt ⭐ Top Pick8 Days$1,700/pp~CAD $2,3204–5-StarMost travellers
Luxury Egypt10 Days$2,050/pp~CAD $2,7305-Star✓ LuxuryPremium travellers
+ Red Sea12 Days$2,000/pp~CAD $3,1405-Star2–3 weeks leave

CAD figures are approximate at current exchange rates. Want the 5-day Cairo stopover compared, or an exact CAD quote? Message us.

Planning from Canada

How to plan your Egypt trip from Canada

Flights, visas, Global Affairs guidance, the best seasons around Canadian holidays, and practical tips.

Flights from Canada to Cairo

Departure cityTotal travel timeBest routingAirlines
Toronto (YYZ)11–13 hoursVia Frankfurt, London, or DohaAir Canada, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways
Vancouver (YVR)13–16 hoursVia London or FrankfurtAir Canada, British Airways, Lufthansa
Montréal (YUL)11–14 hoursVia Frankfurt, London, or ParisAir Canada, Lufthansa, Air France
Calgary (YYC)12–15 hoursVia London or FrankfurtAir Canada, British Airways
Ottawa (YOW)12–14 hoursVia Frankfurt or LondonLufthansa, British Airways

Egypt visa for Canadian citizens

Egypt e-Visa (Recommended)

Apply online at visa2egypt.gov.eg before departure. Cost: USD $25 (~CAD $34). Processing: 3–5 business days. Valid 90 days from entry. Canadian passport holders fully eligible.

Visa on Arrival

Available at Cairo International Airport for Canadian citizens. Cost: USD $25 cash only. Single-entry tourist visa valid 30 days. Bring USD cash as backup.

Global Affairs Canada Advisory

Global Affairs Canada maintains a Level 1 "Exercise normal security precautions" advisory for Egypt's main tourist regions — Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the Nile Valley. This is the lowest possible advisory level.

Our Visa Support

Every Egypt Tours by Locals Canadian guest receives a step-by-step visa guide and a hotel confirmation letter for the application after booking. WhatsApp support available for any entry questions.

Best time to visit — around Canadian holidays

Oct–Nov · Best Season

Temperatures 22–30°C. Comfortable for all sites. Aligns well with Canadian Thanksgiving break window. Book 3+ months ahead.

Dec–Jan · Peak CA Season

Cooler — 15–22°C. Ideal weather. Canada's Christmas holidays are our most booked departure window — book 4–6 months ahead.

Mar · March Break

Excellent — 20–28°C. Canadian March Break is our second most popular departure window for families. Good weather, manageable crowds.

Apr · Spring

Good temperatures — 22–30°C. Fewer Canadian groups, good availability, competitive pricing.

Sep · Late Dry Season

Still warm — 32–38°C. Fewer tourists, good pricing. Early mornings manageable; midday requires shade.

Jun–Aug · Avoid

Extremely hot — 38–45°C at the Pyramids and Abu Simbel. Egypt summer travel not recommended for most Canadian travellers.

Practical tips for Canadian travellers

Currency & CAD Exchange

Egypt's currency is the Egyptian Pound (EGP). Our packages are priced in USD — easily paid from Canadian accounts. Bring USD $100–$200 cash for tips and market shopping.

SIM Cards & Connectivity

A local Egyptian SIM card costs around CAD $10–20 with 10GB data from Cairo Airport. Cheaper and more reliable than Canadian international roaming plans.

Dress Code

Cover shoulders and knees when visiting mosques and religious sites — a light scarf or wrap suffices. Loose, light-coloured fabrics work best; linen is ideal.

Jet Lag Planning

Canadians flying east experience a significant time shift (7–10 hours behind Cairo). We recommend arriving a day before your tour start date. We factor this into all Canadian itineraries with a gentle Day 1 schedule.

Must-see sites

Egypt’s greatest wonders — included in every tour

What awaits — and what our licensed local guides reveal at each site that a guidebook never can.

Great Pyramids of Giza
Cairo · All packages

Great Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx

The last surviving wonder of the ancient world. Standing at the base of the Great Pyramid is a moment no traveller forgets — 4,500 years of history made tangible by a licensed local guide who decodes every stone, inscription, and mystery.

Grand Egyptian Museum
Giza · All packages

Grand Egyptian Museum — Tutankhamun's Treasures

The world's largest archaeological museum opened in 2023 at the foot of the Pyramids. Over 100,000 artefacts including the complete Tutankhamun collection — 5,000+ objects, among them the solid gold funeral mask.

Valley of the Kings Luxor
Luxor · 6-day packages+

Valley of the Kings — Luxor's Royal Tombs

Carved into the desert cliffs west of Luxor, the Valley holds the tombs of 60+ New Kingdom pharaohs. The preserved painted murals inside — vivid after 3,000 years in sealed rock — remain one of archaeology's most breathtaking achievements.

Karnak Temple
Luxor · 6-day packages+

Karnak Temple — The World's Largest Religious Site

2.5 square kilometres. 30 pharaohs. 2,000 years of continuous construction. The Great Hypostyle Hall — 134 sandstone columns, some 24 metres tall — is one of humanity's most extraordinary architectural achievements.

Nile River Cruise
Nile · 6-day packages+

Nile River Cruise — Sailing Egypt's Lifeblood

The Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan is one of the world's great travel experiences. Temple banks passing the boat windows. The ancient intimacy of the Nile Valley — seen from the water — is completely unexpected and utterly unforgettable.

Abu Simbel Ramesses II
Aswan · 8-day packages+

Abu Simbel — Ramesses II's Greatest Monument

Carved into Nubian sandstone cliffs and physically relocated in the 1960s to save it from Lake Nasser. Twice a year, sunlight penetrates the inner sanctuary to illuminate the pharaoh's face — 3,200 years on, it still works.

Why Egypt Tours by Locals

Why Canadian travellers choose us

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Licensed Local Guides — Not Tour Guides

Our guides are licensed by Egypt's Ministry of Tourism. You receive expert-level commentary at every site — not a rehearsed script. The difference is immediately apparent.

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Maximum 12 Travellers per Group

We cap all escorted group tours at 12 travellers — unlike operators running 30–40 person coaches. Your guide gives each guest genuine attention and can access areas inaccessible to large groups.

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Built for Canadian Travellers

We understand the realities of Canadian long-haul travel — the flight connections, the CAD exchange rate, and the 2–3 week annual leave window most Canadians work with. Our itineraries are designed to maximise every day.

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Transparent CAD Pricing

USD prices with CAD equivalents provided upfront. What you see is what you pay — entrance fees, domestic flights, guide fees, and transfers fully itemised. No on-tour surprises.

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Visa & Pre-Trip Support

Every confirmed guest receives our Canada-specific Egypt visa guide, Global Affairs Canada advisory briefing, CAD cost breakdown, packing checklist, and WhatsApp access to your trip coordinator from the day you book.

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14 Years Guiding Canadian Travellers

Since 2012, we've refined our Egypt tours specifically for Canadian guests — understanding your expectations, your questions, and the unique considerations of travelling from Canada.

60+
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Verified reviews across Google & TripAdvisor — for tours operated by Egypt Planners.

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Traveler stories

What our guests say about traveling local

Genuine reviews from real travelers on our multi-day tours and Nile cruises. Egypt Tours by Locals is operated by Egypt Planners — specialists in complete Egypt travel packages, not just day trips.

★★★★★

“Our guide didn’t just show us the Pyramids — she made us feel what it meant to build them. The private morning at the Grand Egyptian Museum with no crowds was extraordinary. A truly local experience, not a tourist conveyor belt.”

SL
Sarah & James L.
London, UK · 8-Day Best of Egypt
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“Our consultant knew every guard, every way around the crowds, and told us stories not in any guidebook. We’ve done tours in 30 countries. This was the most engaged we’ve ever been.”

JT
James & Rebecca T.
New York, USA · 6-Day Affordable Tour
★★★★★

“They designed our entire 12-day itinerary personally, then guided us through every day. As history enthusiasts we had very specific requests — they exceeded every one. Their knowledge of Nubian culture in Aswan was extraordinary.”

LH
Linda & Mark H.
Toronto, Canada · 12-Day Complete Tour
How it works

How to book your Egypt tour from Canada

1

Choose Your Package

Browse our packages or contact us for a custom itinerary recommendation based on your available leave and budget.

2

Receive a Detailed Quote

We send a full itemised quote in USD with CAD equivalent within 24 hours — including all inclusions, hotel options, and domestic flight details.

3

Confirm with a Deposit

A 30% deposit secures your dates. We accept international credit cards and bank transfers from Canadian accounts. Balance due 30 days before travel.

4

Apply for Your Egypt e-Visa

We send your Canada-specific visa guide. The Egypt e-Visa takes 10 minutes to apply, costs USD $25, and is approved within 3–5 days.

5

Arrive in Cairo — We Handle the Rest

Your licensed local guide and private transfer meet you at Cairo Airport. From this moment, every detail of your Egypt journey is fully managed.

FAQs

Egypt tour packages from Canada — questions & answers

Do Canadians need a visa to visit Egypt?
Yes, Canadian passport holders must obtain a tourist visa to enter Egypt. The most convenient option is the Egypt e-Visa, applied at visa2egypt.gov.eg — it costs USD $25 (~CAD $34) and is approved within 3–5 business days. You can also obtain a visa on arrival at Cairo Airport for USD $25 cash. Egypt Tours by Locals provides a complete Canada-specific visa guide to all confirmed guests.
How long is the flight from Canada to Egypt?
Flights from Canada to Cairo range from 11 to 16 hours depending on your city. From Toronto (YYZ): approximately 11–13 hours via Frankfurt, London, or Doha. From Montreal (YUL): 11–13 hours. From Vancouver (YVR): 13–16 hours via London or Frankfurt. From Calgary (YYC): 12–15 hours. All routes require at least one connection.
Is December a good time for Canadians to visit Egypt?
December is one of the best months for Canadians to visit Egypt — and our most booked departure window. While Canada is in deep winter, Cairo and Luxor in December are warm and sunny — 18–25°C. The combination of Canada's Christmas break and Egypt's best weather makes December our single most popular departure month for Canadian guests.
How much do Egypt tours from Canada cost in CAD?
Our land packages range from approximately CAD $1,230 to CAD $3,140 per person at current exchange rates (USD $899–$2,299). International return flights from Canada add CAD $1,100–$2,000 per person. For our most popular 8-day package, the total all-in budget from Canada including flights is typically CAD $3,400–$5,000 per person.
Is Egypt safe for Canadian tourists in 2026?
Yes. Global Affairs Canada maintains a Level 1 "Exercise normal security precautions" advisory for Egypt's main tourist areas — Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the Nile Valley. This is the lowest advisory level, equivalent to destinations like Italy, Japan, or Australia. Egypt Tours by Locals has operated safely since 2012 with Canadian groups guided.
What is a private Egypt tour from Canada?
A private Egypt tour means just your party — family, couple, or solo — with a dedicated licensed local guide for the entire trip. No other travellers. Complete flexibility to adjust the pace, linger at sites that captivate you, and ask as many questions as you like. All private tours are fully customisable.
Do Egypt tour packages from Canada include international flights?
No — our packages are land-only, starting and ending at Cairo International Airport. International flights from Canadian cities are not included, giving you freedom to book the best fares independently. All domestic flights within Egypt required by your itinerary (e.g., Cairo to Luxor, or Aswan to Abu Simbel) are included.
Are there Egyptian tour companies that specialise in Canadian travellers?
Egypt Tours by Locals is a Cairo-based operator that has specialised in Canadian and North American travellers since 2012 — not a Canadian travel agency that subcontracts to Egypt. You work directly with the ground team in Cairo. Our Canada-specific support includes visa guidance for Canadian passport holders, Global Affairs Canada advisory briefings, CAD pricing, and scheduling aligned with Canadian school holiday windows.

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