Top Class Egypt Travel · In Egypt since 1994 · Licence No. 945
Egypt Tours from New Zealand
Longer private trips for New Zealand travellers: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel, a Nile cruise and the Red Sea, 9 to 15 days.
From $1,550 per person
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- In Egypt Since 1994
- Ministry of Tourism Licence No. 945
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Longer Private Egypt Tours
It is a long way from New Zealand, so most travellers stay 9 to 15 days and see the whole country.
Egypt Round Tour: Cairo, Alexandria & Nile Cruise
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Cairo, Alexandria & Nile Cruise
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2 nights Cairo & 7 nights Nile Cruise
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Nile Cruises
Sail between Luxor and Aswan on a 5-star ship, 5 or 8 days.
Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
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Grand Nile Cruise from Aswan
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Grand Nile Cruise from Luxor
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Day Tours in Cairo
Add a day or two in Cairo before or after your trip.
Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum Tour
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NMEC Museum & Old Cairo Heritage Tour
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Cairo Day Trip from Hurghada by Air
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Cairo Day Trip from Hurghada by Road
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Alexandria Day Trip from Cairo
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Hurghada to Cairo, Abu Simbel & Luxor Tour
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Travelling to Egypt from New Zealand
01Flights
There are no nonstop flights. From Auckland or Christchurch you connect once or twice, in Australia, Singapore or the Gulf (Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi).
02Time difference
Cairo is 11 hours behind Auckland from November to March, and 9 to 10 hours behind for the rest of the year, as both countries change their clocks. Plan a rest day after you land.
03Best time to go
October to April, the best season in Egypt, falls in your spring and summer, so it fits the Christmas and January holidays.
Planning Your Egypt Trip from New Zealand
From New Zealand, Egypt is a long journey, so it is worth seeing it properly: most of our New Zealand guests stay 9 to 15 days. Here is what to know before booking.
Flights
There are no nonstop flights. From Auckland or Christchurch you connect once or twice, usually in Australia, Singapore or the Gulf (Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi), then on to Cairo. Many travellers break the journey with a night in the Gulf.
Visa
New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Egypt. You can buy an e-Visa online before you fly or a visa on arrival at the airport. Your passport should be valid for at least six months. See our Egypt visa guide.
Time difference
Cairo is 9 to 11 hours behind New Zealand, depending on daylight saving in both countries.
When to go
October to April is the best season for sightseeing, and it matches the New Zealand summer holidays. December and January are the busiest, so book early.
Planning your trip
All our trips are private, with your own guide, transfers and hand-picked hotels, so you can rest after the long flight. Choose a trip above or ask for a tailor-made trip.
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Questions from New Zealand Travellers
Everything you need to know before you travel
How do I fly from New Zealand to Egypt?
There are no nonstop flights. You connect once or twice, usually in Australia, Singapore or the Gulf, then fly on to Cairo.
Do New Zealanders need a visa for Egypt?
Yes. You can buy an e-Visa online before you fly or a visa on arrival at the airport.
How many days should I spend in Egypt?
Most New Zealand travellers stay 9 to 15 days: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and a Nile cruise, often with Abu Simbel or the Red Sea.
When is the best time to visit Egypt from New Zealand?
October to April, which matches the New Zealand summer holidays. December and January fill first.
Travelling from another country?
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