📍 Egypt

EGYPT ETERNAL: FROM ANCIENT TEMPLES TO DESERT OASIS MYSTERIES

Temples crown the hills, pyramids pierce the sky, oases shimmer green, fossils reveal ancient ages. Egypt is yesterday and today.

≈ 13
Days
1608
Km
8
Stops
📖 6 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Cairo, Giza and Fayoum oasis. Egypt, a journey through millennia.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Luxor

ancient majesty colossal

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Day 1
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Discover

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Arrival in Luxor and discovery of the Temple of Luxor illuminated in the evening
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Activities

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Hotel check-in and free walk along the Nile corniche
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Next stop
Distance: 102.6 km
Travel time: 1h43
2
Day

Edfu

temple brilliance falcon

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Day 2
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Discover

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Visit to Karnak temple, the largest religious complex of ancient Egypt
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Discovery of the temple of Horus at Edfu, perfectly preserved since the Ptolemaic period
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Activities

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Minibus journey to Edfu
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Boarding the traditional sandal and first navigation on the Nile
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Next stop
Distance: 100 km
Travel time: 2h
3
Day

Kom Ombo

double sanctuary crocodile

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Day 3
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Exploration of the temple of Sobek and Haroeris at Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god
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Activities

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Peaceful cruise on the Nile, observation of Nubian villages and cultures
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Distance: 65 km
Travel time: 1h30
4
Day

Aswan

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Day 4
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Discover

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Visit to Philae temple, sanctuary of Isis located on an island
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Discovery of the Aswan High Dam and panorama over Lake Nasser
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Activities

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Felucca ride on the Nile around Elephantine and Kitchener islands
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Next stop
Distance: 45 km
Travel time: 1h
5
Day

Cairo

monumental capital chaos

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Day 5
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Sleeper train journey from Aswan to Cairo
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Walk through the Khan al-Khalili souk and visit to the Cairo museum
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Activities

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Free dinner and evening in the historic center of Cairo
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Free time for photos and discovery of the solar boat museum
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✈️ Flight / transfer day
Distance: 890 km
Travel time: 10h
6
Day

Giza

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Day 6
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Exploration of the Giza plateau: pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure and the Sphinx
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Activities

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Meeting with local artisans and walk around Lake Qaroun
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Next stop
Distance: 15 km
Travel time: 30min
7
Day

Fayoum

desert oasis green

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Day 7
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Route to the Fayoum oasis and discovery of the village of Tunis known for its pottery
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Activities

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Walk in the desert and observation of prehistoric cetacean fossils
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Next stop
Distance: 120 km
Travel time: 2h30
8
Day

Wadi Al Hitan

fossil wonder canyon

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Day 8
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Exploration of the Valley of Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan), UNESCO-listed paleontological site
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Activities

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Relaxation and walk in the oasis
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Distance: 80 km
Travel time: 2h
9
Day

Fayoum

desert oasis green

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Day 9
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Discover

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Discovery of the Qaroun desert and the ancient mills of Fayoum
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Activities

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Last evening by the Nile before the return flight
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Next stop
Distance: 80 km
Travel time: 1h30
10
Day

Cairo

monumental capital chaos

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Day 10
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Return to Cairo and visit of the Coptic quarter and Saladin's citadel
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Activities

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Last evening by the Nile before the return flight
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Next stop
Distance: 110 km
Travel time: 2h30

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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 10 and 16 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.