Egypt in 8 Days: 3 Recommended 8-day Itineraries to Egypt
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Still hesitant about traveling to Egypt for 8 days? Get inspired by our handpicked 8-day Egypt itinerary ideas below.
Itinerary #1: Egyptian Adventure
| Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo and settle into your accommodation | Cairo | |
| Day 2 | Discover the Step Pyramid in Saqqara and move on to Giza for the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx | Cultural sightseeing | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Fly to Aswan and visit the impressive High Dam, the unfinished Obelisk and the Temple of Philae | Sightseeing | Aswan |
| Day 4 | Visit The Great Temple of Ramses II in Au Simbel and return to Aswan to board your felucca boat | Temple visit | On Cruise |
| Day 5 | Sail on the Nile and relax in the beautiful nature along the river while visiting the temples of Kom Om | Cruise | On Cruise |
| Day 6 | Disembark the felucca boat in Edfu to visit the temple of Horus. Drive to Luxor for the night | Sightseeing | Luxor |
| Day 7 | Visit the temples in Luxor and explore the tombs of ancient pharaohs. Head to the airport and fly back to Cairo | City sightseeing | Cairo |
| Day 8 | Do some sightseeing in Cairo before catching your return flight home |
Travel through Luxor, Edfu, and Abu Simbel to see the best of Egypt in 8 days. Explore different parts of the country and combine your trip with boat rides, internal flights, and city tours. Visit the Pyramids of Giza and Saqqara, then fly to Aswan for a day trip to the remote Abu Simbel. Board a felucca boat and sail the Nile River, stopping along the shore to see fascinating temples and swim in the Nile. Visit Luxor and its necropolis, and close your trip with a visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. See all Egypt vacations.
Itinerary #2: Luxury Cairo and Sharm El Sheikh
| Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo and familiarize yourself with the city | Cairo | |
| Day 2 | Make your way to Saqqara and see the Pyramid of Djoser and the Imhotep Museum, then move on to Giza | Sightseeing | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Spend the day in Cairo discovering its historical treasures | City sightseeing | Cairo |
| Day 4 | Head to Cairo Airport and get a flight to Sharm El Sheikh | Leisure | Sharm El Sheikh |
| Day 5 | Relax on the stunning beaches in Sharm El Sheikh, and check out Naama Bay Beach, Ras Um Sid Beach and Sharm El Maya Bay | Beach day | Sharm El Sheikh |
| Day 6 | Go for an excursion in Ras Mohamed National Park or on the biblical mountain, Mount Sinai | Exploration | Sharm El Sheikh |
| Day 7 | Fly back to Cairo and go explore the historic and bustling bazaar of Khan El Khalili | Market visit | Cairo |
| Day 8 | Departure from Cairo |
If you’re after a relaxing trip and white-sand beaches, you can’t miss Sharm El Sheikh. This tour combines an extensive tour of Cairo and its landmarks with a relaxing stay in Sharm El Sheikh. Visit the Pyramids and the Sphinx, along with the renowned market of Khan El Khalili, and head to the shores of Sharm El Sheikh. Discover its vibrant marine life on a boat tour or snorkeling, go for a camel ride, or explore the Sinai Desert on a quad bike. In eight days you’ll be able to see all that Sharm El Sheikh has to offer, plus have the time to see the most impressive artifacts of ancient Egypt. See all Egypt luxury tours.
Itinerary #3: Siwa, Bahariya & White Desert
| Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
| Day 1 | Drive to Alamein and visit the WWII Museum | Exploration | Siwa |
| Day 2 | Spend the day exploring Siwa, starting with the Old City | City sightseeing | Siwa |
| Day 3 | Explore the Siwa Desert with its fossils area and the cold spring—perfect for a refreshing swim | Desert safari | Siwa |
| Day 4 | Visit the tombs inside the Mountain of the Dead (Gabal El Maouta) in Siwa Oasis and Dakrour Mountain | Outdoor exploration | Siwa |
| Day 5 | Travel through the desert on a 4X4 car to reach Bahariya | Desert safari | Bahariya |
| Day 6 | Climb up the Black Mountains on board the 4X4 car before heading to the White Desert | Desert safari | White Desert |
| Day 7 | See the quartz crystal at Crystal Mountain, and the rocky formations in the Valley of Agabat. Move on to the Black Desert and the Valley of El Haize | Outdoor exploration | Cairo |
| Day 8 | Depart from Cairo |
Explore Egypt's dunes and travel through Siwa, Bahariya, and the White Desert. With this 8 days in Egypt itinerary, you’ll get to enjoy the beautiful Mediterranean coast, swim in the Siwa Oasis, and ride through the desert in a 4X4. Discover the majestic Alexander Temple and explore the Valley of Agabat in the White Desert. Join a desert safari, try sandboarding and dune bashing, and learn about the Bedouin way of life. Plan your trip around Egypt’s oasis to get a taste of the real country outside of big cities and overcrowded destinations. See all Egypt tours.
Planning a trip to Egypt for 8 days?
Egypt is a fantastic destination for seeing numerous sites in a short trip, as many of the country's landmarks are conveniently located along the Nile River. In 8 days in Egypt, you can travel along the river by joining a Nile cruise or renting your own vehicle. The train system connects Cairo to Alexandria, Luxor, and Aswan, and internal flights are frequent between major cities like Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, and Sharm El Sheikh. If you’re still undecided, check out more of our 8-day Egypt itinerary plans or reach out to our local tour experts to plan a customized holiday for Egypt.
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