5 Days Exploring Egypt: Cairo, Luxor & Aswan Itinerary| Egypt Fun Tours 2026

Spend 5 Days Exploring Egypt

Here is how to spend 5 days exploring Egypt and all the ancient and modern wonders it has to offer. Exploring Egypt is truly a magical experience that is both awe-inspiring and unforgettable. Ancient civilizations have put a mark on these sides for millennia, and now it’s your turn to appreciate them. With so much to explore and see in this beautiful country, planning a trip of any length may seem daunting. However, with the following itinerary, you can be sure to make the most of your 5 days exploring Egypt.

Day 1: Cairo

Start your trip in the bustling city of Cairo, where you can embrace the intense and vibrant culture of Egypt’s capital. Visit the world-famous Pyramids of Giza and ask your guide to provide historical context to make the most of your visit. These ancient structures are undoubtedly one of the most impressive feats of human ingenuity and engineering, and are a must-visit destination in Egypt. Don’t forget to take a moment to appreciate the famous Sphinx before returning to the city to take a walk through the old streets.

Day 2: Cairo

Cairo at a Glance What to Know Before You Go

On your second day, explore the Islamic history of Cairo. Visit the stunning Al-Azhar Mosque, one of the most important Islamic institutions in the world, and the Citadel of Saladin, which again offers fantastic views of the city. Recover your energy with a traditional Egyptian lunch before exploring the bustling Khan Al-Khalili market. Here you can practice your negotiation skills, trying to get the best deals on souvenirs, textiles, and other local crafts.

Day 3: Luxor

On your third day, travel to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes, located in the southern part of Egypt. Here you can visit the vast Karnak Temple, which contains some of the most impressive ancient ruins in Egypt, as well as Luxor Temple, which is located right in the heart of the modern city of Luxor.

Day 4: Luxor

Shopping in Luxor, Souvenirs and how to haggle

After a night in Luxor, spend the next day exploring its West Bank, also known as the City of the Dead. Here, you can visit the stunning Valley of the Kings, which is a royal burial site that has been excavated for over two thousand years. From there, discover the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which is one of the most striking landmarks in Luxor, and the Colossi of Memnon, which is a beautiful open-air statue that is over 3000 years old.

Great guided tour of pyramids

We travelled to Cairo on Friday, May 3, 2019, from Toronto. We landed at 0530 and were met by a representative of Fun Tours at the departure gate. We were only on a layover of 6 hours, and the tour company came with a private van, water, a driver, and

11 Wonderful Hours in Cairo

I had an 11 hour layover in Cairo, and it couldn’t have been better spent than with Manal from Egypt Fun Tours. I was able to adjust my tour once we left the airport and Manal had some really great suggestions when I told her what it was I wanted

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THE MOST AMAZING TRIP

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Last year (2010) my wife and I did a 20 day trip in Egypt, mostly Do-It-Yourself. However, one of the first things we did was a trip to Bahariya oasis and to the White Desert — not so easy to do yourself, so we needed an agency. After e-mail back-and-forths

Amazing one day tour

Fantastic tour. We were picked up at the airport early in the morning (6 am), and were dropped off in the evening after discovering amazing Cairo. The guide was knowledgeable and took us to many hidden places, which we wouldn’t have found without him. Thank you!