10 Days in Egypt - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Itinerary #1: Ancient Egypt & Oasis Adventure Tour

On this exciting 10-day adventure through Egypt, you'll venture to Egypt's ancient cities to see precious antiquities and to the desert oasis of Siwa for a safari adventure, stopping at pyramids and temples along the journey. 

Begin the trip in Cairo, where you'll tour the Egyptian Museum, explore the city's Islamic heritage, and shop in colorful souks. Side-trip to see the pyramids of Giza and Memphis before moving on to the ancient city of Alexandria. See the remarkable Roman-style amphitheater, tour the catacombs, and pay a visit to the National Museum. On the next day of sightseeing, you'll go to an ancient center of learning, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and visit the gorgeous Montazah Palace Gardens by the sea.

On the second half of the trip, you'll have a change of scenery as you travel overland to the desert oasis of Siwa. Visit the tombs at the Mountain of the Dead and go on a safari tour in a 4x4 vehicle. Refresh yourself with a dip in the oasis springs at the Cleopatra Bath, then enjoy a traditional Bedouin dinner on your last evening in the region. You'll head back to Cairo for one final afternoon and evening in the capital city before the trip ends. Learn more

Itinerary #2: Nile River Cruise & Red Sea Getaway 

If you love to be on the water, this 10-day Egyptian adventure — featuring a cruise on the Nile and several days to relax and enjoy the coastal charms of Sharm El Sheikh — is perfect for you.

Start your trip by sightseeing in the capital city, learning about Islamic Cairo, and visiting the impressive Egyptian Museum to see incredible ancient artifacts. Side-trip to see the pyramids and the Sphinx at Giza before moving on from the region and traveling to Aswan, where you'll visit the famed Aswan High Dam. You'll start the cruise here, too, boarding a boat and floating down the Nile River, stopping to see points of interest along the journey. Highlights include the temples at Edfu and Luxor, which you'll have the chance to tour while the boat is docked nearby.

On day six, head back to Cairo and squeeze in some sightseeing before the next day's journey to the resort city of Sharm El Sheikh. You'll enjoy several days of relaxing by the Red Sea, going snorkeling, walking on the beach, and dining with water views. On the last full day of the trip, you'll have an excursion to the awe-inspiring  St. Catherine's Monastery, the place where Moses is said to have received the Ten Commandments. Enjoy a seafood dinner with a local crowd before the trip ends. Learn more

Itinerary #3: Nile River Cruise & Cairo Cultural Tour

See the best that Egypt has to offer on this diverse 10-day tour that features urban sightseeing and several days cruising along the Nile River, stopping at temples and ancient sites along the way.

This journey starts and ends in Cairo. You won't spend much time in the capital city in the beginning, though: after getting oriented, you'll make the day trip to see the pyramids and the Sphinx in nearby Giza. On day three, you'll catch a flight to Luxor and spend some time touring the region's famous complex of ancient temples. The cruise officially begins on day four, when you board a boat and start making your way down the Nile River. 

First, you'll cruise to the temple at Edfu, continuing the following day to the temple at Kom Ombo. Get back on the boat and ride down to Aswan, where you'll spend the night and squeeze in some time to see the Aswan High Dam. Detour to the incredible Abu Simbel Temples on day seven, then overnight in Aswan. You'll fly back to Cairo to spend the last few days of the trip sightseeing, visiting the Egyptian Museum, touring Islamic Cairo, shopping for souvenirs, and sampling modern Egyptian cuisine. Learn more

Itinerary #4: Egypt & Jordan Cultural Tour 

Split your time between Egypt and Jordan on this culturally oriented 10-day tour around both countries, with highlights including a cruise down the Nile River, a visit to the Great Pyramid of Giza, a desert safari in Wadi Rum, and a day exploring the ancient city of Petra.

The first part of the trip is similar to many other itineraries through Egypt. You'll begin the tour in Cairo and visit the Pyramids of Giza before continuing to Aswan, where you'll visit the High Aswan Dam and the beautiful Temple of Philae. From Aswan, you'll leave on a three-day cruise along the Nile River with stops at many of Egypt's most famous temples, including Luxor, Edfu, and Kom Ombo.

Then you'll cross the border to Amman, Jordan. After a day of sightseeing in the city, you'll travel to the ancient settlement of Petra, known for its rosy-hued stone architecture and Roman ruins. On the last full day of the trip, you'll take an exciting desert safari tour through Wadi Rum. You'll explore the region on a safari in a 4x4 vehicle driven by a local guide, seeing red sand dunes, otherworldly rock formations, and huge rock bridges. Then you'll head back to Amman to enjoy one last night before the trip ends. Learn more

More Great Egypt Itineraries

Looking for more inspiration for your trip to Egypt? Check out these other Egypt itineraries, with Nile River cruises, cultural trips, and best-of tours to hit the highlights.