US$1999

Varies by group size

Egypt Itinerary 10-day: Cairo, Nile Cruise & Abu Simbel

Egypt 10-day itinerary covering all classical Egypt cities.

Tour Details

THE ROUTE

Cairo / Aswan / Abu Simbel / Luxor

JOURNEY TIME

10 Days / 9 Nights

GROUP TYPE

Classic Tour Package

TOUR CLASS

5 Stars

THE PACE

Leisurely

EXPERIENCE COST

from: USD$1999 pp

Door-to-Door Pick up

We pick up all our guests from their hotel or airport terminal.

Magical Egypt itinerary 10 Days

This Egypt itinerary 10-day offers an exceptional travel experience, showcasing major tourist cities and hidden temples. Starting in Cairo, you’ll explore the Pyramids, Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum, the vibrant Khan El-Khalili bazaar, and many other iconic sites. The journey continues with a Nile cruise, the best way to see Luxor and Aswan, including highlights like Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and Abu Simbel. A special full-day excursion to the stunning Dendera and Abydos temples adds to the adventure. This private guided tour ensures comfortable accommodations and enriching sightseeing, making it a memorable journey through the wonders of ancient Egypt.

Tour Itinerary

Egypt itinerary 10-day Package

1st day: Cairo Arrival:

Meet, welcome, and assist at Cairo Airport. Transfer to the hotel and check-in.

2nd day: Time: 8:00 am: Cairo Sightseeing Tours – Pyramids:

Breakfast at the hotel, then we will pick you up and start a guided tour to explore the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, Saqqara, Imhotep Museum, the Step Pyramid complex, and Memphis ancient city. During this tour, lunch will be served in a local Egyptian restaurant. Following the meal, we will transfer you back to the hotel.

3rd day: Time: 7:00 am: Aswan-Nile Cruise:

Early breakfast will be served at the hotel. Then, we will pick you up and transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Aswan. Afterward, upon arrival in Aswan, we will begin our sightseeing tours, starting with the Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk. Afterward, we will transfer to the Nile cruise, where you can check in and enjoy lunch. After lunch, take a Felucca boat ride around Elephantine Island. Finally, dinner will be served onboard the cruise ship.

4th day: Abu Simbel Day Trip:

Breakfast at your Nile cruise ship, and then we will start a private day trip to the Abu Simbel temples, which are two amazing temples built by King Ramses II. Following this visit, we will transfer back to the cruise ship for your convenience. Meanwhile, lunch and dinner will be served onboard the cruise ship, ensuring a pleasant and relaxing experience throughout the day.

5th day: Sailing-Kom Ombo Temple Tour:

Early morning, we will navigate to Kom Ombo. After arriving, enjoy breakfast before starting our guided tour of the Kom Ombo temple, which was built by the Ptolemies and uniquely dedicated to two different gods. Following the tour, lunch and dinner will be served onboard the cruise ship, allowing you to relax and reflect on the day’s experiences.

Day 6: Edfu Temple Visit—Sailing to Luxor:

After breakfast on the cruise ship, we will start our tour of the Edfu temple by horse carriage. Notably, the temple is the second largest in Egypt and one of the best-preserved temples. Subsequently, we will continue sailing and later watch the process of crossing the Esna lock of the Nile. Finally, lunch and dinner will be served onboard the cruise ship, providing a delightful end to the day’s adventures.

7th day: Luxor Sightseeing Tours:

After breakfast on the cruise ship, you will check out and start our guided tour to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Temple of Medinet Habu, and the Memnon Colossi. Following this exploration, we will transfer back to the cruise ship. Afterward, we will transfer to the Luxor Hotel and check in. After enjoying lunch, we will commence our guided tour of the Karnak and Luxor temples. Finally, we will transfer back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

8th day: Dendara & Abydos Day Trip:

After breakfast at the hotel, we will start our guided tour to the Dendara Temple of Goddess Hathor and the Temple of Osiris at Abydos. These are two of the most beautiful temples in Egypt, where the original colors still exist on the walls. Following our visit, you’ll have lunch in a local Egyptian restaurant. Finally, we will transfer back to the hotel in Luxor, concluding our enriching day.

9th day: Luxor—Cairo Sightseeing:

After breakfast at the hotel, we will transfer you to Luxor International Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, we will pick you up and start our guided tours to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, as well as explore Islamic and Coptic Cairo and the vibrant tourist bazaar at Khan El-Khalili. Following these exciting tours, we will transfer you to your Cairo hotel, where you can check in and enjoy a restful overnight stay.

Last day: departure:

After breakfast at the hotel. We will pick you up and transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.

Tour Inclusions

Pickup and drop-off services
All Transfers
All accommodation 5 stars
Nile Cruise 5 starts deluxe
All Tours
Entrance fees for the sites mentioned in the itinerary
Private Egyptologist tour guide
Private air-conditioned vehicles
Mineral bottled water onboard
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary

Tour Exclusions

Tipping
Egypt entry visa
Any extras
Drinks from any kind

Tour Highlights

Cairo Highlights

Giza Pyramids and Sphinx
The Egyptian Museums
Islamic and Coptic Cairo
Saqqara and Memphis
Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Aswan Highlights

Philae temple
The High Dam
The Unfinished obelisk
Kom Ombo temple
Edfu temple
Abu Simbel temples

Luxor Highlights

Valley of the Kings
Hatshepsut’s temple
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak temples
Luxor temples
Dendera temple
Abydos temple

Prices

Egypt Itinerary 10-Day Accommodation

Cairo: Barcelo Pyramids Hotel
Nile Cruise: 5 stars Nile Cruise
Luxor Hotel: Sonesta Saint George/Steigenberger.

Egypt Itinerary 10-day Price:

Price is quoted per person in USD (private services):

2 to 4 people 1999$ per person
5+ people 1799$ per person

These prices apply all year round, except during peak seasons such as Easter and Christmas.

Above all, prices are based on private tours and services, which are available every day. All you need to do is book your international flight on the day you like, and we will start the Egypt 10-day itinerary tour package on your specific day of arrival. However, we can include the international flight tickets upon your request.

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Prices: Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Price varies depending on your group size

0 – 05.99 Free of Charge
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12+ pay full tour price per adult person.
Notes: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

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