Egypt Tours in May 2026
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- Best Of Egypt - 5* Cruise
- 10-Day Ancient Egypt (Grand Egyptian Museum Experience)
- Cheap Egypt Holiday to Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel 11 Days with Sleeping Train Sightseeing & Tour Guided
- Immortal Egypt - 9 Days (GEM visit - 5 stars accommodation)
- Grand Egyptian GEMs: Hidden Pyramids and the Nile - Return Flight Included - 9 Days
- Egyptian Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel, and the Red Sea (8 Days) Return Domestic Flights Included
- Queen Nefertari - 10 Days(GEM VISIT) 5 stars accommodation
- 5 Days – 4 Nights Nile Cruise 5 stars from Luxor to Aswan
- Egypt Explorer - Felucca cruise & Red Sea
- Nile Adventure - Felucca cruise
Best Of Egypt - 5* Cruise
434 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“My trip to Egypt is an excellent experience for me! It is well worth organized and excellent information.”
Gorgina, traveled in September
Duration 10 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Hurghada Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Timeless Tours May departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 6 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $2,646
50% Off- NZ$1,323You save $1,323
10-Day Ancient Egypt (Grand Egyptian Museum Experience)
140 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Nile Cruise portion is an iconic way to see Egypt. We highly recommend adding on Abu Simbel and the new Grand Egyptian Museum to your tour.”
Cynthia, traveled in February
Duration 10 days Destinations Cairo, Saqqarah, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Vacations to go travel May departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 7 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $5,076
40% Off- NZ$3,046+$548 upfront costsYou save $2,031
Cheap Egypt Holiday to Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel 11 Days with Sleeping Train Sightseeing & Tour Guided
55 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We enjoyed every bit of it. Although it was adventurous it was also very relaxing and informative!!!”
Keerthy, traveled in December
Duration 11 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Abu Simbel, Aswan Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Egypt Direct Tours May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 6 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $4,245
50% Off- NZ$2,123You save $2,123
Immortal Egypt - 9 Days (GEM visit - 5 stars accommodation)
80 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Her knowledge was incredible and she was only too happy to answer any questions on any topic.”
Janine, traveled in July
Duration 9 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Philae, Agilkia Island, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Hurghada Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Holiday In Egypt May departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 6 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $3,005
50% Off- NZ$1,503You save $1,503
Egyptian Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel, and the Red Sea (8 Days) Return Domestic Flights Included
24 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I've traveled to 153 countries and he's one of the best guides I've ever had!”
Renee, traveled in September
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Hurghada Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Beyond The Nile Tours May departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 6 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From
55% Off- NZ$2,812
Queen Nefertari - 10 Days(GEM VISIT) 5 stars accommodation
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Well organized. Very good.”
Teresa, traveled in August
Duration 10 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna, Luxor, Valley of the KingsSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Holiday In Egypt May departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 6 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $3,005
50% Off- NZ$1,503You save $1,503
5 Days – 4 Nights Nile Cruise 5 stars from Luxor to Aswan
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The history came alive with fascinating stories. I would definitely recommend this tour.”
Holly, traveled in September
Duration 5 days Destinations Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Abu Simbel, Aswan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Holiday In Egypt May departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 4 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $1,944
50% Off- NZ$972You save $972
Egypt Explorer - Felucca cruise & Red Sea
528 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Egypt was safe and friendly. I would highly recommend this tour.”
Julia, traveled in June
Duration 10 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Hurghada Age Range Ages 18-46 Operator Timeless Tours May departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 6 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $2,318
55% Off- NZ$1,043You save $1,275
Nile Adventure - Felucca cruise
400 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We were incredibly lucky to be accompanied by Remon during our 9-day tour of Egypt, and we cannot express enough how grateful and impressed we were with the service provided.”
Francesco, traveled in September
Duration 9 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Hurghada Age Range Ages 18-44 Operator Timeless Tours May departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 6 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $2,127
55% Off- NZ$957You save $1,170
What people love about Egypt Tours in May
- Best Of Egypt - 5* Cruise
Our Timeless Tours tour of Egypt was like a dream come true. We had the best of guides, and just enjoyed getting to know Egypt, her history, her food, and some of her people. We found our guide flexible and ready to do all possible to ensure a good time for all. Sailing on the Nile was unforgettable! And Egypt stole a piece of my heart!
- 10-Day Ancient Egypt (Grand Egyptian Museum Experience)
We just did the 10 day ancient Egypt package and are now at Cairo airport waiting for our flight back to LA. 1- Egypt is a “must see” especially for mature travelers like us. 2- Egypt is safe and the Egyptians are overwhelmingly protective of the tourists. We were in Giza when the recent bombing occurred to watch the “sound and light show”. After that incident, we saw first hand the extra security, etc. more importantly, the tour guides, drivers etc we met were all genuinely upset. 3- The way “Vacations to go” packaged and managed our tour is the best way to see Egypt. Otherwise, you will lose lots of time dealing with “hustlers”. 4- The VGT team is truly exceptional. Mr Magdy himself picked us up even though we arrived at 2 am. All the tour guides (Ibrahim in Aswan/Luxor, John in Giza & Old Cairo, & Marwa in Alexandria) were knowledgeable. Special kudos to Ibrahim Elmonir for his passionate presentation and energy. Kudos to the drivers (2 Mohammad ‘s, etc), and tour coordinators. 5- Must see tours are: Giza, Old Cairo, air balloon ride, Nubia village, Alexandria, and the stunning temples and tombs There were some minor negatives (eg, Mercure hotel room we got had defective safe and aircon, etc)...but at least the people tried to fix them. And we did not let these minor inconveniences affect our awesome experience. We will certainly tell all our friends and relatives to visit Egypt! Thanks again!
- Cheap Egypt Holiday to Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel 11 Days with Sleeping Train Sightseeing & Tour Guided
Excellent intinerary with very knowledgeable guides who looked after us very well - thankyou. Many memorable highlights; Sakkara, Karnak, Valley of Kings, balloon trip (tho' extra we appreciated the opportunity) and we absolutely loved visiting temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo direct from river boat. Pleased that Direct Egypt enabled minor alterations to agenda i.e trip to Nilometer which was great. A couple of concerns: 1. Feel the web site describing the tour is a little ambiguous. It clearly says sleeper train is included in tour. Indeed it is but it was only late on that we realised it was not included in price. 2. We remain a little uncomfortable about the whole tipping scenario. Mixed messages as to what was appropriate etc. Feel this should be included in tour price so as to remove this daily uncertainty.
What our customers ask about Egypt Tours in May 2026
What is the weather like in Egypt during May?
Egypt's temperatures in May reach considerable heights with daytime readings of 95°F (35°C) in southern cities like Luxor and Aswan. Tour operators adapt to these conditions by scheduling site visits in the early morning hours particularly at outdoor locations like the Valley of the Kings. Cruise ships such as Le Fayan 2 see increased activity on their pool decks as travelers seek relief from afternoon heat.
Are there any special events or festivals in Egypt during May?
May brings regular cultural programming aboard Nile cruise ships including MS Nile Symphony and Princess Sarah with evening shows featuring traditional music belly dancing and Sufi performances. Properties arrange visits to Nubian villages near Aswan where travelers can observe local craftwork and participate in cultural activities according to Holiday in Egypt guest feedback.
What is the cost range for activities in Egypt during May?
Current pricing for major attraction entry fees runs about USD 100-125 per person. Popular add-ons include the Abu Simbel excursion at USD 125 and Luxor hot air balloon experiences for USD 100. Dining costs vary from USD 15-30 at upscale establishments like the Steigenberger Hotel while local eateries provide more budget-friendly options.
How crowded are the major tourist sites in May?
Tourist numbers in May remain moderate compared to peak season months. Reviews from MS Nile Symphony passengers note that temple visits scheduled for early morning between 6-7 AM encounter fewer crowds. Popular sites such as the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple become busier as the morning progresses leading tour operators to plan visits strategically.
What are the best things to do in Egypt during May?
The weather creates ideal conditions for Nile cruising between Luxor and Aswan with clear views of riverside temples including Karnak and Philae. Cairo visitors often choose the Steigenberger El Tahrir as their base for morning pyramid tours. The month offers great conditions for Luxor balloon rides and Red Sea swimming in Hurghada with clear visibility and pleasant water temperatures.