10-Day Essential Egypt Itinerary
Discover the best of the Nile Valley with our 10-Day Essential Egypt Itinerary. This package is the ultimate “hit-list” for travelers, combining the grand monuments of Cairo and the Giza Plateau with a legendary 5-star Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor. It’s designed for those who want a deep dive into ancient history without rushing the experience.
Included/Excluded
- Airport meet and assist services.
- All domestic flights (Cairo-Aswan / Luxor-Cairo).
- 4 nights in Cairo
- 4 nights on a 5-star Nile Cruise.
- 1 night in Luxor
- Private Egyptologist guide for all tours.
- All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles.
- Bottled water during all excursions.
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites (Estimated $250-$300 USD total).
- International airfare and Entry Visa ($25 USD).
- Tipping (Drivers, Guides, Cruise staff).
- Optional activities (Hot Air Balloon in Luxor).
- Personal expenses.
Tour Plan
Welcome to the land of the Pharaohs! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our professional representative will assist you with your entry visa and luggage. You will be transferred to your 5-star hotel in Giza with a direct view of the pyramids to begin your journey.
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Overnight: Cairo
Start your adventure at the Giza Plateau. Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. After a local lunch, continue to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the first pyramid ever built, and explore the nearby ancient tombs of nobles.
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Overnight: Cairo
Dedicate your morning to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Witness the complete Tutankhamun collection and the hanging obelisk. In the afternoon, visit the Saladin Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque, then wander the narrow lanes of the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar for a taste of local life.
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Overnight: Cairo
Transfer to Cairo Airport for a short flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, visit the High Dam and take a romantic boat ride to the island Temple of Philae, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. Check into your hotel or Nile cruise ship by the river.
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Overnight: Aswan
Take an early morning excursion to Abu Simbel to see the magnificent temples carved into the mountain side. Return to Aswan to board your 5-star Nile cruise. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful Felucca ride around Elephantine Island.
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Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise
Sail north to the Temple of Kom Ombo, unique for its double dedication to Sobek and Horus. Continue sailing to Edfu, enjoying the changing scenery of the Nile banks from the sundeck.
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Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise
Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu via horse-drawn carriage—the most perfectly preserved temple in the country. Sail through the Esna Lock and arrive in Luxor by evening for a walk through the illuminated Luxor Temple.
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Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise
Disembark and cross to the West Bank. Explore the Valley of the Kings, including the tombs of legendary rulers. Visit the stunning Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and stand before the massive Colossi of Memnon.
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Overnight: Luxor Hotel
Before leaving Luxor, visit the massive Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious site ever built. Transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Enjoy a farewell dinner overlooking the Nile.
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Overnight: Cairo
After breakfast, our team will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your final departure, assisting with all check-in procedures.
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