📍 Egypt

EGYPT CLASSIC: NILE TEMPLES AND RED SEA BEACH ESCAPE

Pyramids pierce the sky, temples crown the hills, coral reefs glitter, desert sands glow golden. Egypt is eternal magic.

≈ 11
Days
2164
Km
7
Stops
📖 4 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Cairo and Giza, Luxor, Edfu, Aswan, then relaxation on Dahab or Sharm el-Sheikh beaches and reefs. The classic Egypt itinerary.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Cairo

monumental chaos city

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Day 1
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Discover

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Exploration of Old Cairo: Al-Azhar mosque and Khan el-Khalili bazaar
2
Discovery of the Coptic quarter and the Hanging Church
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Activities

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Free evening in downtown Cairo
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Next stop
✈️ Flight / transfer day
Distance: 655 km
Travel time: 13h06
2
Day

Giza

pyramid timeless eternal

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Day 2
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Discover

1
Guided tour of the Giza plateau: pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure and Sphinx
2
Discovery of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) presenting the treasures of Tutankhamun
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Activities

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Sound and light show at the pyramids of Giza
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Next stop
Distance: 16 km
Travel time: 20min
3
Day

Luxor

temple grandeur colossal

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Day 3
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Discover

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Domestic flight Cairo → Luxor, hotel check-in
2
Hot air balloon flight over the Valley of the Kings
3
Visit to Queen Hatshepsut's temple
4
Visit to the temple of Luxor
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Activities

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Stroll through the Luxor souk
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Sound and light show at Karnak temple
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Boarding the Nile cruise
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 103 km
Travel time: 2h03
4
Day

Edfu

falcon sanctuary temple

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Day 4
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Discover

1
Navigation to Edfu with a stop at Esna
2
Visit to the temple of Horus at Edfu
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Activities

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Navigation to Aswan at the end of the day
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Next stop
Distance: 133 km
Travel time: 2h40
5
Day

Aswan

granite serenity south

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Day 5
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Discover

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Stop at Kom Ombo to visit the temple of Sobek and Horus
2
Excursion to the temple of Philae on Agilkia island
3
Visit to the High Dam of Aswan
4
Excursion to Abu Simbel (temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari)
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Activities

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Relaxation and stroll on the Nile by felucca
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Return to Aswan and end of the Nile cruise
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Check-in and swimming in the Red Sea
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Next stop
✈️ Flight / transfer day
Distance: 671 km
Travel time: 13h25
6
Day

Dahab

coral beauty reef swim

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Day 6
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Discover

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Scuba diving at Blue Hole with a certified local center
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Exploration of the coral reef and relaxation on the beach
3
4x4 excursion in the Sinai desert and colored canyon
4
Transfer to Sharm El Sheikh, free time
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Activities

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Evening by the sea
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Sunset over the desert
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Last swim in the sea and relaxation before departure
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 88 km
Travel time: 1h45
7
Day

Sharm El Sheikh

beach paradise resort

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Day 7
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Discover

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Transfer to Sharm El Sheikh, free time
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Activities

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Last swim in the sea and relaxation before departure
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Next stop
⏱️ Long drive (5h+)
Distance: 498 km
Travel time: 9h57

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Winter (November-March): Perfect weather, comfortable temperatures, ideal for sightseeing, peak tourist season, higher prices.

Spring/Fall (April-May, September-October): Good weather, moderate crowds, reasonable prices, still hot but manageable.

Summer (June-August): Extremely hot, challenging conditions, lowest prices, Red Sea diving still excellent, indoor attractions preferred.

Red Sea Season: Year-round excellent diving, summer best underwater visibility, winter more comfortable surface conditions.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 9 and 13 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in Egypt?

Ancient civilization with pyramids, Nile River cruises, and incredible archaeological treasures. Experience pharaonic heritage, modern Cairo, and Red Sea diving. The country offers world-famous historical sites with warm hospitality and cultural depth. Egypt provides life-changing encounters with human civilization's greatest achievements and ongoing archaeological discoveries.