10 Day Egypt Itinerary Cairo, Nile Cruise and Alexandria

10 Day Egypt Itinerary to Cairo, Nile Cruise and Alexandria

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo

Welcome to Egypt! At Cairo International Airport, meet a travel agent who will assist you through customs and formalities. Then, head to your hotel for check-in. Rest after the long flight.

There is a great idea to spend your fisrt day in Cairo to enjoy a beautiful dinner cruise (Optional).
Cairo by night tour can be one of the best evening activities you can do in Cairo . This wonderful private guided night tour of Cairo allows you to see Cairo with the local’s Eyes. Start to see a beautiful view of the city from atop point like Mokatam hills. It is an amazing place to see Cairo at sunset. And also, you will visit Islamic Cairo and Khan el Khalili

Day 2: Day trip to the Pyramids, Sphinx and Sakkara
After breakfast, visit the world-famous pyramids (Cheops, Khafre and Menkaure), located in the Giza Necropolis. The pyramids and the Sphinx are considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

After visiting the pyramids and the Sphinx, head to the Necropolis of Saqqara to visit King Zoser, the Mastaba and the Pyramid of Teti.

After the visit, transfer to the hotel. Enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Day 3: Fly to Luxor and embark on a cruise
After breakfast, drive to Cairo airport and fly to Luxor. Upon arrival, meet your guide and travel to the eastern bank to visit Karnak Temple followed by Luxor Temple. Then, board your cruise, spend the night in Luxor, and enjoy the evening
on your own.

Day 4: Visit Luxor in the West Bank
After breakfast, begin your tour by visiting the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.

Then, return to your cruise. sail to Edfu, enjoy lunch and tea time from the sun deck and pass the Esna lock. Attend the Galabiya dinner and party on board the cruise, with an overnight stay in Edfu.

Day 5: Cruise - Edfu, Kom-Ombo and Aswan
After breakfast, disembark and travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus. Discover one of the most beautiful temples of the Ptolemaic period, which has known an exceptional preservation. Enjoy the overview of Edfu, then resume the cruise.

Then sail to Kom-Ombo and have lunch. Next, visit the temples of the gods Sobek and Haroeris. After the visit, return to the cruise and sail to Aswan. Then, enjoy dinner and a disco party on board, with an overnight stay in Aswan.

Day 6: Drive to Abu Simble (Optional)
Early in the morning, head to Abu Simbel Temple by private vehicle. Here there are two majestic temples. Visit the temple of Ramses II, the most interesting temple is the sanctuary, where there are four statues, including one of Ramses II, and the temple of Nefertari. Then, return to Aswan. Explore the area on your own and stay overnight.

Day 7: Aswan - Return to Cairo
Today's land attraction is more modern as you will visit the Aswan High Dam, one of the largest in the world. Then step back in time with a trip to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and sitting on an island in the reservoir of the Aswan Dam. Later, transfer to Aswan airport to board a flight to Cairo. A travel agent will meet you at the airport.

Day 8: Day trip to Alexandria
Early in the morning, begin your journey to Alexandria through desert roads by private, air-conditioned van. Start at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoukafa, an underworld of ornate carvings and paintings, and a mix of Roman and Egyptian motifs. Next, visit the citadel of Fort Qaitbey, located on the original site of Pharos, the ancient lighthouse of Alexandria. . Next, visit the Library of Alexandria, which was reborn in October 2002 to carry on the torch of its former namesake. The vast complex is a meeting of arts, history, philosophy and science, as well as a place for open discussion, dialogue and understanding.

 After the tour, return to Cairo and enjoy the night on your own hotel.

Day 9: Cairo – Full Day Sightseeing Tour
Today, start by visiting the Egyptian Museum and spend 2 hours on a guided tour to learn the history, including
lessons about King Tut and his golden mask.o enjoy a magnificent dinner cruise (optional)
Next, visit the imposing medieval citadel of Salah El-din and the Mohamed Ali
Alabaster Mosque. Explore this ancient fortress and its domed ceilings, hanging lights and striking views of Cairo. Continue the exploration by visiting the old market of Khan El Khalili. After the tour, enjoy your last night in Cairo at your leisure.

Day 10: Depart Cairo
In the morning, enjoy breakfast. Then, check out of your hotel and head to Cairo airport. Board your return flight with fond memories of your visit to ancient Egypt.