If you want to experience Egypt’s many treasures, without the scorching summer temperatures, Egypt October holidays are the way to go. Spend your days exploring ancient sites, from the world-famous pyramids of Giza and the temples of the Nile Valley, to the ancient tombs in the Valley of the Kings – all while accompanied by expert local guides, sharing fascinating stories that bring these places to life. If you’ve got children in tow, there are heaps of experiences on offer in Egypt at this time of the year. Head to the Cairo Museum to see Tutankhamun's golden mask, enjoy family-friendly tours, and kick back in comfortable hotels complete with excellent swimming pools. If you want to go above and beyond on your Egypt October holidays, climb aboard the legendary Steam Ship Sudan for a cruise along the River Nile. During sailing hours relax on the upper decks, watching the riverbanks as you glide by, before stopping off for excursions to see some of the country’s most famous sites. After a day of discovery, return to the ship for an elegant evening meal under the stars.

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"The entire Original Travel team were extremely helpful. Extremely efficient responses, took the time to answer all my questions and tailored the trip to exactly what we wanted. The hospitality at both stays was incredible. Especially appreciated the team on board the boat who accommodated our dietary requirements amazingly, and put together a wonderful, memorable anniversary for my parents. The app and the Dossier shared ahead of the trip were amazing, and the airport services were a lovely additional perk!"
Nikita - London
Published on 22nd April 2025
"Lucy was extremely knowledgeable about Egypt. She gave us a lot of options, great suggestions and guided us so we would get the most out of our trip. She was a pleasure to work with. Communication was outstanding from the entire team in Egypt. The trip of a lifetime! Our days on the Nile aboard the SS Sudan were the highlight. Our guides throughout the trip were excellent - extremely knowledgeable, friendly and passionate about the history of their country."
Douglas - Virginia
Published on 17th April 2025
"Beautiful experience in Egypt on the SS Sudan. A step back in time on this Belle Époque steam ship, beautiful service, great staff and wonderful surroundings!"
Fabienne - London
Published on 8th April 2025

With temperatures in the UK beginning to drop, our Egypt October holidays provide an excellent antidote for the winter blues. October is an ideal time to visit this ancient nation; it avoids the often uncomfortable heat of summer and, as the region’s shoulder season, it’s possible to explore without too many tourist crowds. Egypt is home to numerous sites of staggering significance (the Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings and Tutankhamun’s tomb, to name a few), and our favourite way to see them all is via a Nile cruise aboard the legendary Steam Ship Sudan. The perfect mix of fascinating history, intriguing culture and timeless luxury, it’s no wonder that the Nile cruise is fast becoming part of the collection of ‘classic holidays’.


Board the ship in Luxor or Aswan, and instantly be transported back a century to 1921, the height of the Golden Age of Egyptian travel, when the steamship embarked on her maiden voyage. Every corner of the boat exudes elegance; each suite evokes 20s and 30s glamour and is named after a historical figure associated with Egypt or the ship, including Agatha Christie (who’s time on board inspired her to write Death on the Nile). With everything taken care of by our local team and in-country Concierge, you’ll cruise the Nile in comfort and be made to feel like pharaohs on one of our Egypt October holidays.


Your floating home is only the beginning of the wonders that Egypt has in store. Each morning you’ll disembark to explore an iconic ancient site and our expert travel consultants will fine-tune the itinerary to ensure you avoid the crowds and see the sites in their best light. Just when you think the temples and artefacts couldn’t get any more mesmerising, you’ll stumble across another archaeological wonder. Some noteworthy stops include Queen Nefatari’s tomb, regarded as the ‘Sistine Chapel’ of Egypt, and Kom Ombo, the only Egyptian temple dedicated to two gods rather than one. Afternoons can be spent lounging on the steamship’s sun-deck and watching the banks of the Nile drift by. In the evenings, you’ll dine on simple, yet exceptional food in the impossibly sophisticated wood-panelled dining room.

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