A 10-day Egypt itinerary with a Nile Cruise included — combining Cairo's iconic landmarks, Abu Simbel's colossal temples, a 5-star Nile Cruise through Upper Egypt, and the legendary royal tombs and temples of Luxor in one complete private tour.
Countries
1 Country
5 Cities
Type
Private Tour
English Speaking Guide
Duration
10 Days
9 Nights
Run
2026 - 2027
This 10-day Egypt itinerary with a Nile Cruise is one of the most comprehensive ways to experience ancient Egyptian civilisation — designed to take you from the last surviving wonder of the ancient world all the way to the colossal temples of Abu Simbel deep in Nubian territory, without ever feeling like you're rushing. The first three days are spent in Cairo, covering the landmarks that define Egypt in the imagination of the world. The Great Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx need no introduction — but standing before them in person is a different experience entirely. Saqqara adds important context, housing the world's oldest large-scale stone monument in the Step Pyramid of King Djoser. Day three dedicates a full morning to the Grand Egyptian Museum — the largest archaeological museum in the world — followed by the medieval Citadel of Salah El Din and the magnificent Mosque of Mohamed Ali overlooking the city. Day four flies you south to Aswan, where a visit to the beautiful Philae Temple is followed by a sunset felucca ride on the Nile. Day five is the tour's most dramatic — an early morning road trip to Abu Simbel, where the colossal temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari stand as perhaps the most awe-inspiring monuments in all of Egypt. You board your 5-star Nile Cruise the same afternoon. Three nights on the river deliver Kom Ombo's remarkable twin temple, the magnificently preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu — reached by traditional horse-drawn carriage — and Luxor's legendary West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Luxor's East Bank temples of Karnak and Luxor follow the next morning before a final flight back to Cairo, with time for a wander through Khan El Khalili Bazaar before departure.
10 Days · 9 Nights
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport you'll be met by your tour manager, assisted through arrival procedures, and transferred to your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Overnight: in Cairo.
Meals: No Meals
After breakfast, your private Egyptologist guide meets you for the first full day — beginning at the most iconic archaeological site on earth.
Overnight: in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Saqqara
A full day dedicated to two of Cairo's most significant cultural and historical landmarks.
Overnight: in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), Citadel of Salah El Din & Mosque of Mohamed Ali
After breakfast, the journey south to Upper Egypt begins — flying to the colourful and welcoming city of Aswan.
Overnight: at a hotel in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast.
Visits: Philae Temple, Sunset Felucca ride.
The most dramatic day of this 10-day Egypt itinerary — visiting Egypt's most awe-inspiring temples before boarding your 5-star Nile Cruise.
Overnight: aboard your cruise in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visits: Abu Simbel.
A full day of ancient temples, horse-drawn carriages, and the timeless scenery of the Upper Egyptian Nile.
Overnight: aboard your cruise in Esna.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visits: Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple.
Note: Cruise schedules are subject to change depending on river navigation conditions. The order of temple visits may occasionally vary, and Esna may be substituted for Edfu based on the ship's sailing schedule on the day.
Arriving in Luxor, this day is dedicated entirely to the legendary burial monuments of the West Bank.
Overnight: aboard your cruise in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visits: Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon.
After a final morning on board, the cruise concludes and attention turns to the magnificent temples of the East Bank.
Overnight: at a hotel in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast.
Visits: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple.
After checking out of your Luxor hotel, the journey back to Cairo brings one final cultural experience.
Overnight: in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast.
Visits: Khan El Khalili Bazars
After a final Egyptian breakfast, your 10-day Egypt itinerary concludes with a transfer to Cairo International Airport.
Meals: Breakfast
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