📍 Egypt

EGYPT WONDERS: PYRAMIDS, TEMPLES, AND SACRED NILE MAGIC

Pyramid stones glow eternal, temple hieroglyphs gleam with aged gold, Nile waters flow sacred and ancient. Classic Egypt is timeless.

≈ 8
Days
360
Km
4
Stops
📖 4 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Cairo and its pyramids, Luxor the ancient Thebes, Aswan and its feluccas on the Nile. Discover five millennia of history in one journey.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Cairo

monument bazaar chaos city

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Day 1
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Discover

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Discovery of Cairo with the Cairo Tower offering a panoramic view of the city and the Nile.
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Stroll through the Zamalek district, its colonial villas, art galleries and cafés by the river.
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Activities

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Visit to the Egyptian Museum, famous for Tutankhamun's mask and pharaonic treasures.
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Walk and relaxation at Al-Azhar Park with view of the Mohamed Ali Mosque.
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Distance: 10 km
Travel time: 30min
2
Day

Giza

pyramid eternal stone witness

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Day 2
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Discover

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Exploration of the Giza plateau: the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure.
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Discovery of the Sphinx, millennial guardian of the funerary complex.
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Activities

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Guided tour with an Egyptologist and camel ride in the surrounding desert.
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Sunset over the pyramids from a panoramic viewpoint.
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Distance: 8 km
Travel time: 25min
3
Day

Luxor

temple complex colossal valley

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Day 3
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Discover

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Flight Cairo - Luxor (1h). Check-in on the east bank of the Nile.
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Visit of the Luxor temple illuminated at nightfall.
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Activities

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Discovery of the Karnak temple and its monumental columns at opening.
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Free walk along the Nile corniche.
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Distance: 4 km
Travel time: 15min
4
Day

Luxor

temple complex colossal valley

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Day 4
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Discover

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Excursion to the Valley of the Kings, exploration of pharaonic tombs.
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Visit of Queen Hatshepsut's temple, built against the cliff.
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Activities

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Observation at sunrise of hot air balloons above Luxor.
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Discovery of the Colossi of Memnon.
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Distance: 50 km
Travel time: 1h30
5
Day

Aswan

granite boulder river sacred

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Day 5
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Discover

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Train or car to Aswan (3-4h).
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Visit to the Temple of Philae, moved to an island to escape rising waters.
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Activities

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Felucca ride on the Nile at sunset.
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Discovery of the unfinished obelisk and the viewpoint over the Aswan Dam.
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Distance: 5 km
Travel time: 20min
6
Day

Aswan

granite boulder river sacred

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Day 6
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Discover

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Morning excursion to Abu Simbel (3h drive each way).
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Visit to the monumental temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari, carved into the rock.
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Activities

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Return to Aswan in the afternoon, free time by the Nile.
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⏱️ Long drive (5h+)
Distance: 280 km
Travel time: 6h
7
Day

Aswan

granite boulder river sacred

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Day 7
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Discover

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Visit to the Aswan Botanical Garden on Kitchener Island.
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Walk through a colorful Nubian village and discovery of local culture.
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Activities

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Relaxing cruise on the Nile before the return flight to Cairo.
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Distance: 3 km
Travel time: 10min

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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 6 and 10 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.