Egypt in 10 Days: 3 Recommended 10-day Itineraries to Egypt
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Check out our 10-day Egypt itineraries plans below and find out all that you can see and do in Egypt if you have slightly more than a week to spare.
Itinerary #1: Tour of all temples in Egypt
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo and enjoy a sound and light show or a Nile dinner cruise in the evening | Leisure |
| Day 2 | Visit the Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza, explore the Egyptian Museum, then fly to Aswan for an overnight stay | Sightseeing |
| Day 3 | Tour Aswan’s highlights, including Philae Temple and embark on a Nile River cruise | Temple visit |
| Day 4 | Sail the Nile, visit Kom Ombo and Edfu temples, and enjoy a relaxing day on the river | Temple visit and cruise |
| Day 5 | Explore the Temple of Horus and Luxor Temple before sailing through the Esna lock, arriving in Luxor | Temple visit and cruise |
| Day 6 | Visit the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut’s temple, and Karnak Temple | Temple visit |
| Day 7 | Drive to Hurghada, a Red Sea resort, and relax by the beach | Leisure |
| Day 8 | Enjoy a free day in Hurghada for scuba diving, snorkeling, or exploring the marina and old town | Water sports |
| Day 9 | Return to Cairo, explore the bazaars and backstreets of Old Cairo | Exploration |
| Day 10 | Do last-minute sightseeing or shopping before departure |
This 10-day Egypt itinerary takes you on a captivating journey through the country's top attractions. Begin in Cairo with visits to the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum, with optional activities like a Nile dinner cruise. Fly to Aswan for a scenic Nile cruise, stopping at Philae, Kom Ombo, and Edfu temples. Explore Luxor’s Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple, with a hot air balloon ride available. Unwind by the Red Sea in Hurghada and indulge in water activities such as snorkeling or diving. Conclude in Cairo, discovering its vibrant markets and historic sites.
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Itinerary #2: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & More
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel for a leisurely evening | Leisure |
| Day 2 | Visit the Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Sakkara's Step Pyramid, and Memphis, Egypt's first capital | Sightseeing |
| Day 3 | Explore the Egyptian Museum and its treasures before visit historic churches, including the Hanging Church and St. George | Sightseeing |
| Day 4 | Fly to Luxor, board a luxury Nile cruise, and tour the grand Karnak Temple | City sightseeing |
| Day 5 | Explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon | Sightseeing |
| Day 6 | Visit Edfu’s Temple of Horus and the dual Temple of Kom Ombo before continuing the cruise to Aswan | Temple visit and cruise |
| Day 7 | Tick off Abu Simbel’s grand temples, then tour the Temple of Isis at Philae in Aswan | Temple visit |
| Day 8 | Disembark from the cruise, fly to Cairo, and enjoy a relaxing evening | Leisure |
| Day 9 | Enjoy a free day in Cairo with options for tours to Alexandria or other activities | Exploration |
| Day 10 | Transfer to the airport after breakfast for your departure |
Start the 10-day trip by seeing the best of Cairo. Head out to see the iconic pyramids of Giza and visit Sakkara as well as Memphis before hopping on a flight to Luxor, from where you will embark on a Nile River cruise. Highlights come thick and fast as you sail down the river, ticking the Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo, and Abu Simbel off your bucket list. Done with the cruise trip, you have one day to explore Egypt’s capital city before heading home. See 10-day tours to Egypt.
Itinerary #3: Highlights of Egypt with White Desert
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Arrive and settle into your Giza hotel | Leisure |
| Day 2 | Explore Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Sakkara’s Step Pyramid, and Memphis’s ancient ruins | Sightseeing |
| Day 3 | Visit Egyptian Museum, Salah El Din Citadel, Coptic Cairo’s churches, and Ben Ezra Synagogue | Cultural tour |
| Day 4 | Travel to Bahariya Oasis, visit Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, and camp overnight in the White Desert | Desert safari |
| Day 5 | Enjoy breakfast in the desert, return to Cairo, and take an overnight sleeper train to Aswan | |
| Day 6 | Arrive in Aswan, tour the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple before boarding a Nile cruise | City sightseeing |
| Day 7 | Sail the Nile, visit Kom Ombo Temple, and continue towards Edfu with time for relaxation aboard | Cruise |
| Day 8 | Visit Edfu Temple, sail to Luxor, and enjoy the scenic journey along the Nile River | Cruise |
| Day 9 | Explore Luxor’s West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple) and East Bank (Karnak, Luxor Temple) | Exploration |
| Day 10 | Arrive in Cairo early morning, transfer to the airport for your departure |
Begin your adventure with an arrival in Cairo and a stay in Giza, where you’ll enjoy views of the pyramids. Explore the iconic Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, and the ancient wonders of Memphis and Sakkara. Discover Egypt’s rich history at the Egyptian Museum, followed by tours of Coptic and Islamic Cairo. Journey to the Bahariya Oasis and camp in the stunning White Desert. Head to Aswan for a guided tour of Philae Temple, then embark on a Nile cruise, visiting the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu. Conclude with the treasures of Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple. See all Egypt holiday packages.
Planning a 10-day Egypt itinerary?
With just 10 days in Egypt, you can experience most of the country. Hopefully, the 10-day Egypt itinerary ideas inspired you to plan your own. If you want to explore some more duration options, check out our article on how many days to spend in Egypt. If you are inspired to create your own itinerary, contact our travel experts in Egypt today!
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