10 days egypt tour is the perfect way to discover the treasures of Egypt in 2026 while enjoying the finest level of comfort and exclusivity. This 10 Days Egypt Round Trip, Cairo and luxury Nile Cruise package offers travelers a seamless combination of ancient wonders, luxury experiences, and authentic cultural encounters.
Spending 10 days in Egypt gives you enough time to explore the highlights of Cairo, experience the majestic temples along the Nile River, one of the most prestigious cruises sailing between Aswan and Luxor.
This journey is carefully designed for those seeking the best 10 day Egypt itinerary, combining the magic of pharaonic history with modern-day comfort. Whether you are looking for a 10 day trip to Egypt or planning a complete 10 day tour of Egypt, this itinerary ensures an unforgettable experience.
Upon your arrival in Egypt, our professional representative and private driver will warmly welcome you at Cairo International Airport and transport you safely to your hotel via a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, all part of your 10-day luxury Cairo and Nile Cruise package.
They will assist with a smooth hotel check-in and review your detailed luxury Egypt itinerary 10 days to ensure everything is perfectly arranged for your journey.
Overnight: In Cairo Hotel.
After breakfast, your private Egyptologist and driver will pick you up to begin your 10-day luxury Egypt tour.
Start at the Giza Plateau to see the Great Pyramid of Khufu, built over 23 years with about 3 million limestone blocks and aligned with the cardinal directions.
Then visit the Pyramid of Khafre, which appears taller due to its elevated position.
Continue to the Pyramid of Menkaure, built by Khufu’s grandson. It features a granite-covered base and three small pyramids behind it for royal family members.
Upon finishing your tour to the three pyramids of Giza, explore the Valley Temple, a 41-square-meter granite structure used for mummification, and see the remnants of the connecting causeway.
Next, see the Great Sphinx of Giza, carved from a single limestone block, representing King Khafre. It stands 21 meters high and 73 meters long.
Have a break to have Lunch at a good quality restaurant.
End the day at the Saqqara Necropolis (30 km south of Cairo), where you’ll visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s first stone monument, designed by Imhotep. You’ll also explore the tombs of Princess Idut and Kagemni, featuring detailed carvings of ancient Egyptian daily life.
After your amazing Giza plateau tour, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel afterward.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Overnight: In Cairo Hotel
Day 3 of your 10-day luxury package begins with breakfast and check-out from your Cairo Hotel. Our representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor.
Upon arrival, you’ll be met by our Luxor representative and certified Egyptologist guide to start your Dendara and Abydos Tour.
On this excursion from Luxor, you’ll explore two of Egypt’s most fascinating ancient sites with an expert guide. Your first stop is Dendara, where you’ll visit the magnificent Temple of Hathor, the goddess of love and joy, celebrated for its grand hypostyle hall and finely detailed carvings. This tour provides a unique opportunity to admire the artistry and deep spiritual heritage of Egypt’s ancient monuments.
The journey then continues to Abydos, home to the impressive Temple of Osiris, where beautifully preserved wall paintings depict stories of pharaohs, gods, and goddesses.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Overnight: In Luxor hotel.
On the 4th day of your 10-day luxury Cairo and Nile Cruise package, you’ll explore the West Bank of Luxor, starting with the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal burial site chosen by the New Kingdom pharaohs to conceal their tombs. Over 60 tombs have been discovered there, including those of King Tutankhamun, Tuthmose IV, and Amenhotep II.
Next, visit the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el-Bahari),, built on three tiers into the cliffs of the Theban Mountains. The temple features detailed reliefs, including scenes of Hatshepsut’s expedition to the Land of Punt (modern-day Somalia), led by Egyptian commander Nehesy, to trade for ivory, incense, gold, gum arabic, and exotic trees.
Your final stop is at the towering Colossi of Memnon, two 20-meter-high statues of Amenhotep III, each weighing approximately 700 tons, built during the 18th Dynasty.
After the tour, return to your luxury Nile cruise for lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner as you begin.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Nile Cruise
Begin your morning with a delicious breakfast before meeting your expert Egyptologist guide for an unforgettable Luxor East Bank tour. Explore the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple Complex, dedicated to the god Amun-Ra. Considered the largest religious structure ever built, Karnak reflects over 2,000 years of ancient Egyptian history, with contributions from pharaohs of the Middle and New Kingdoms. Walk through its grand hypostyle hall and towering columns that still echo the power of ancient Thebes.
Continue to the elegant Luxor Temple, constructed by Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramses II, Hatshepsut, and Tuthmosis III. This beautifully illuminated temple once hosted the grand Opet Festival, a celebration uniting Amun of Karnak with his consort Mut and their son Khonsu the Theban Triad.
After completing your tour, you’ll be transferred to your luxury Nile cruise for check-in, where you’ll enjoy a delightful lunch on board as your cruise adventure begins.
Optional: In the evening, attend the mesmerizing Karnak Sound and Light Show, bringing the temple’s ancient history to life through stunning lights and narration.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Nile Cruise
After breakfast onboard, join your private Egyptologist guide to explore the magnificent Temple of Horus in Edfu. Also called Edfu Temple, it is one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temples, hidden under desert sands for over 2,000 years. Built by Ptolemy III Euergetes in 237 B.C. and completed by his successors through Cleopatra VII, the temple was dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, symbolizing divine kingship and protection.
Return to your luxury cruise for a relaxing lunch as you sail toward Kom Ombo. Discover the unique Kom Ombo Temple, a rare double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Its symmetrical design and stunning Greco-Roman architecture reflect the religious significance of each deity and the artistry of the Ptolemaic period.
After the visit, return to your cruise as it continues to Aswan. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner onboard and a peaceful overnight stay in your comfortable Nile cruise cabin.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Nile Cruise
On Day 7 of your 10-day luxury Cairo and Nile Cruise package, after breakfast on board, your private Egyptologist guide will escort you to explore Aswan’s key landmarks.
Begin with the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel built to control Nile flooding, enhance Egypt’s irrigation system, and boost agricultural productivity.
Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk at the ancient granite quarries. Had it been completed, it would have stood 42 meters tall and weighed over 1,150 tons—making it the largest obelisk ever attempted. Although it remains attached to the bedrock due to cracks, it offers rare insight into ancient Egyptian stone-carving techniques.
Continue to the stunning Philae Temple, dedicated to Goddess Isis. Relocated to Agilkia Island to save it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser, the temple is one of Aswan’s most iconic attractions.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: On board the Nile Cruise
At 4:30 AM, enjoy a packed breakfast before setting off in your private, air-conditioned vehicle for a scenic 3 and a half hour drive to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Egypt’s greatest architectural achievements.
Carved directly into the cliffs during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II, these colossal rock-cut temples stand as eternal symbols of his power and devotion. The Great Temple is dedicated to Ramses II himself and the gods Amun-Ra, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah, while the smaller Temple of Hathor was built in honor of his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari. Together, they represent both divine reverence and one of history’s most famous royal love stories.
After exploring this breathtaking site, return to Aswan City to enjoy lunch, then transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo.
Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed by our Cairo representative and private driver, who will escort you in comfort to your hotel for check-in and a relaxing evening.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
Overnight: In Cairo hotel.
After your delicious breakfast, as part of your 10 days luxury package in Cairo and Nile cruise, you will depart for a three-hour drive to Alexandria with our expert guide in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
You’ll start your tour with the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the largest and most important Roman necropolis in Egypt. This underground burial site features three levels carved into the rock and beautifully blends Roman, Greek, and Egyptian artistic styles. It was accidentally discovered in 1902 when a donkey fell through a hole in the ground, revealing the entrance to this mysterious and remarkable tomb.
Next, visit the majestic Pompey’s Pillar, built in honor of Emperor Diocletian. This monumental column was a gesture of gratitude from the people of Alexandria, thanking the emperor for supporting them during a time of famine by securing a grain supply agreement with Rome.
Continue to the Citadel of Sultan Qaitbay, built in 1477 AD on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The citadel features three floors; the ground floor houses a mosque distinguished by its mosaic decoration. During times of war, the fortress could accommodate up to 20,000 soldiers.
Take a break and savor a delicious lunch at a charming local restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Finally, visit the site of the Great Library of Alexandria, once the largest and most important library of the ancient world. Originally established under Ptolemy II, it was destroyed during a conflict between the Greeks and Romans, when fire from burning Roman ships spread to the library. At its peak, it held around 400,000 scrolls, with only about 35,000 surviving.
Today, the library has been rebuilt and modernized as the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a major cultural and research center open to visitors.
Note: The library is open daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, except Fridays (closed) and Saturdays (closes early at 2:00 PM).
After completing the tour, you will return to Cairo and be transferred to your hotel for your final overnight stay in Egypt.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
Overnight: In Cairo hotel.
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel before our representative transfers you to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight home.
Your unforgettable 10-Day Cairo and Nile Luxury Cruise Package has come to an end, but the memories of sailing the Nile River, exploring Luxor and Aswan’s ancient temples, and standing before the Great Pyramids of Giza will stay with you forever.
Meals: Breakfast
Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is entirely up to the discretion of travelers. Although it is not mandatory, it is of great importance to the people who take care of you while traveling.
Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:
All our packages and tours of Egypt do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites such as entering the pyramids from inside, the mummies’ room in Museum, or entering the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
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