Wonders of the Pharaohs: 10-Day Egypt Tour
From the Pyramids of Giza to the temples of Luxor and the shores of the Red Sea
The Wonders of the Pharaohs tour guides you through the most significant archaeological and cultural landmarks in Egypt over 10 carefully structured days. Spanning Cairo, Aswan, a Nile cruise, Luxor, Hurghada, and back to Cairo, this itinerary balances ancient history with leisure. The pace is rated easy, making it accessible for a wide range of travelers.
You begin in Cairo, where the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Step Pyramid at Sakkara set the stage for everything that follows. Moving south to Aswan, you board a five-star Nile cruise and sail northward through landscapes that have changed little since the age of the pharaohs. Along the way, visits to Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, and the temple complexes of Luxor unfold at a measured, unhurried pace.
The western bank of Luxor takes you into the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon before a transfer to Hurghada on the Red Sea coast. The final days in Cairo include the Egyptian Museum, Khan El Khalili Bazaar, and the Pharaonic Village, offering a living look at daily life in ancient Egypt.
Throughout the journey, most meals are included, accommodations range from four-star hotels to a five-star Nile cruise, and a dedicated guide accompanies the group at every major site.
Tour Highlights
Stand before the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx at the Giza Plateau, among the most recognized monuments in the world.
Sail the Nile aboard a five-star cruise from Aswan toward Luxor, observing rural Egyptian life from the deck.
Explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank, two of the most important Pharaonic complexes in existence.
Enter the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor, the burial ground of pharaohs including Tutankhamun and Ramses II.
Relax on the Red Sea coast in Hurghada with optional snorkeling, diving, and swimming in the warm coastal waters.
Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and view the treasures recovered from the tomb of Tutankhamun.
Tour the Pharaonic Village, where costumed actors recreate ancient Egyptian daily life along a network of scenic canals.
Itinerary Overview
Arrive at Cairo Airport and transfer to your hotel for a tour briefing. On Day 2, visit the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx at Giza, then continue to Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid and ancient Pharaonic tombs. Overnight in Cairo with breakfast included on Day 2.
Fly to Aswan and visit Philae Temple by motorboat before boarding your five-star Nile cruise. Day 4 brings a scenic sail and a stop at Kom Ombo Temple. Day 5 reaches Luxor, with visits to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank. All meals are included across these three days.
Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir al-Bahri, and the Colossi of Memnon. Following the tour, travel by air-conditioned bus to Hurghada on the Red Sea coast. Breakfast and dinner are included.
A full free day to enjoy the Red Sea at your own pace. Options include snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming, or simply relaxing by the shore. All meals are included.
Fly from Hurghada to Cairo in the morning. Visit the Egyptian Museum to view the treasures of Tutankhamun, then explore the historic Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Overnight in Cairo with breakfast included.
Day 9 includes a visit to the Pharaonic Village, with the afternoon free for personal exploration. Day 10 is departure day with a transfer to Cairo Airport after breakfast.
What Is Included
Included
- Airport meet-and-greet on arrival in Cairo
- Professional English-speaking tour guide throughout
- Internal flight from Cairo to Aswan
- Internal flight from Hurghada to Cairo
- Air-conditioned bus transfer from Luxor to Hurghada
- 3 nights in a 4-star or 5-star hotel in Cairo
- 1 night in a hotel in Aswan
- 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise (full board)
- 1 night in a hotel in Hurghada
- Meals as specified per day in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all sites listed in the itinerary
- Motorboat ride to Philae Temple
Not Included
- International flights to and from Cairo
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional excursion to Abu Simbel Sun Temple
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Visa fees (check current requirements for Egypt)
- Activities in Hurghada such as scuba diving or snorkeling equipment rental
Important Information
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