10-Day Egypt Itinerary: Cairo, Nile Cruise and Abu Simbel
Ten days is an ideal length for a first trip to Egypt. It gives you time for Cairo and the Pyramids, a relaxing Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan, and the temples of Abu Simbel, without rushing. Here is a sample private itinerary that we can adjust to your dates, pace and interests.
Day 1: Arrive in Cairo
Our representative meets you at Cairo International Airport, assists with your visa and arrival formalities, and transfers you privately to your hotel.
Day 2: Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum
Visit the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx with your private Egyptologist guide, then explore the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to the treasures of Tutankhamun.
Day 3: Saqqara, Memphis and Old Cairo
See the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara and the ancient capital of Memphis. In the afternoon, explore Coptic Cairo, the Citadel of Saladin or the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
Day 4: Fly to Luxor and board your Nile cruise
Take a short flight to Luxor, visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, and board your Nile cruise ship or dahabiya.
Day 5: Luxor West Bank
Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Early risers can add a sunrise hot-air balloon flight. Begin sailing south.
Day 6: Edfu and Kom Ombo
Visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu and the riverside Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek.
Day 7: Aswan
Visit Philae Temple and the High Dam, then sail on a traditional felucca around Elephantine Island and visit a colorful Nubian village.
Day 8: Abu Simbel
Travel to the great temples of Ramses II and Nefertari at Abu Simbel, one of Egypt’s most spectacular sights.
Day 9: Fly back to Cairo
Fly to Cairo for a final evening. Shop for souvenirs in Khan el-Khalili bazaar or enjoy a dinner cruise on the Nile.
Day 10: Departure
Private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight home.
Ways to adjust this itinerary
- More time to relax: add 3 or 4 nights on the Red Sea in Hurghada, El Gouna or Sharm El Sheikh.
- Slower sailing: replace the cruise ship with a 4 or 5 night dahabiya.
- Add Alexandria: a day trip from Cairo to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the Citadel of Qaitbay.
- Add Jordan: continue to Petra and Wadi Rum for 3 or 4 days.
Plan your private Egypt trip
Every Amazing Global Travel itinerary is designed around you, with private guides and drivers on land, hand-picked hotels and full support while you travel. Contact us or email reservation@amazingglobaltravel.com for a free custom quote.
