Egypt in 4 Days: 3 Recommended 4-day Itineraries to Egypt
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Recommended 4-day itineraries to Egypt
Ready to travel through Egypt in just 4 days? See our selection of unique 4-day Egypt itinerary ideas below.
Itinerary #1: Cairo and Alexandria
| Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo and take the day to familiarize yourself with the city | City exploration | Cairo |
| Day 2 | Visit the Egyptian Museum and the pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerions | Sightseeing | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Explore the ancient city of Alexandria and all its landmarks | City sightseeing | Alexandria |
| Day 4 | Get ready for your return flight and head to Cairo Airport |
Visit the major landmarks of Egypt exploring the ancient cities of Cairo and Alexandria in four days. This 4 days in Egypt itinerary covers all the must-see sites of the two cities. Cairo and Alexandria are full of historical wonders and incredible relics of the ancient world. Visit the Sphinx and the Pyramids in Cairo and immerse yourself in the buzzing streets of Alexandria. See Alexandria’s old town, built by Alexander the Great, and the Lighthouse site, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. See all 4-day Egypt holidays.
Itinerary #2: Cairo with Nile Cruise
| Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo and get settled in your accommodation | Cairo | |
| Day 2 | Take a tour of Giza and Saqqara and visit the Pyramids; or go for a camel ride in the dunes | Sightseeing | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Explore Cairo and its historical treasures in the ancient citadel and the Egyptian Museum; conclude the day with dinner on board the River Nile Cruise | City sightseeing | Cairo |
| Day 4 | Get ready for your return flight from Cairo |
Spend 4 days in Egypt, discovering the ancient sites of Giza, Saqqara, and Cairo. This is a great tour itinerary for those who don't have much time to spend in the country but still want to see the great artifacts of the ancient world. See the pyramids of Khafre, Menkaure, and Khufu; get the perfect shot of the Sphinx and explore the temples and tombs of Saqqara. You can then relax in the gardens of Cairo and go watch a typical Sufi dance while tasting Egypt's national dish, Koshari. Browse all Cairo 4-day tours.
Itinerary #3: Aswan to Luxor
| Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
| Day 1 | Arrive at Aswan Airport and board your Dahabiya sailing boat | On cruise | |
| Day 2 | Have a tour of Kom Ombo before continuing toward Edfu | Cruise & exploration | On cruise |
| Day 3 | Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, the second-largest temple in ancient Egypt, and sail to Esna | Sightseeing | On cruise |
| Dat 4 | Explore Luxor and its temples, before reaching the airport for your return flight | Exploration |
Join a cruise on board the traditional Egyptian sailing boat, Dahabiya for a relaxing trip from Aswan to Luxor. This 4 days in Egypt itinerary is a great alternative if you don’t want the hassle of planning a tour. With this tour, you can simply relax and enjoy the view over the River Nile. Start the day with the perfect sunrise from the sundeck of your boat and explore the temple complex of Karnak. Join a guided tour of Kom Ombo or see the stunning Temple of Horus in Edfu. In just four days, you will explore some of the most ancient sites in Egypt while avoiding the stress and chaos of traveling by land. See all river cruises in Egypt.
Planning a trip to Egypt for 4 days?
If you have Egypt 4-day itinerary plans, you can make your base in Cairo and travel to the nearby Giza and Saqqara by taxi. Services like Uber and Careem are also widely available in the city. Alternatively, you can rent a car if you prefer the freedom to move around Cairo at your own pace. If you’re planning to travel to Alexandria, you can get a direct train from Cairo. The journey takes about 2.5 to 3 hours. Sailing along the Nile River is perhaps the most fascinating way to discover the country—and avoid extra car rental fees.
For a hassle-free experience, try a pre-packaged 4-day tours of Egypt, or contact a local travel expert for a bespoke holiday.
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