Egypt 7 Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo and Exploration of the City
- Morning arrival in Cairo, the capital city of Egypt
- Check-in to the hotel and freshen up
- Visit the famous Egyptian Museum to learn about the history and culture of ancient Egypt
- Explore the vibrant streets of Downtown Cairo, including Tahrir Square and the Nile River promenade
- Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
- Spend the afternoon exploring the bustling markets of Khan el-Khalili, one of the oldest bazaars in the Middle East
- Return to the hotel for dinner and rest
Day 2: Cairo Landmarks
- Start the day with a visit to the Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
- Take a guided tour inside the Great Pyramid, the largest pyramid in the complex
- Visit the Solar Boat Museum to learn about the ancient Egyptian boat-making techniques
- Stop by the Sphinx, a mysterious limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a human
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the pyramids
- Visit the Islamic Cairo district, including the Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha and the Al-Azhar Mosque
- Return to the hotel for rest
Day 3: Saqqara and Dahshur
- Morning visit to the ancient city of Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser
- Explore the fascinating architecture and history of this ancient necropolis
- Visit the nearby site of Dahshur, including the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the area
- Return to Cairo for dinner and rest
Day 4: Luxor and Aswan by Air
- Morning flight from Cairo to Luxor, the city of a thousand minarets
- Visit the magnificent Temple of Karnak, one of the largest temple complexes in Egypt
- Explore the Valley of the Kings, where many pharaohs were buried with their treasures
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor
- Take an afternoon flight from Luxor to Aswan
- Check-in to the hotel and rest
Day 5: Aswan and Nubia
- Morning visit to the High Dam, which controls the Nile’s flow and generates electricity
- Explore the beautiful Temple of Isis on Philae Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit the ancient Nubian village at Kom Ombo, where you can learn about the culture and traditions of this region
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Aswan
- Return to the hotel for rest
Day 6: Nile Cruise
- Morning embarkation on a luxurious Nile cruise ship
- Spend the day sailing along the river, enjoying the stunning scenery and relaxing on deck
- Visit the Temple of Edfu, an ancient temple dedicated to the god Horus
- Enjoy dinner onboard and relax in your cabin
Day 7: Cairo Departure
- Morning disembarkation from the Nile cruise ship
- Return to Aswan by train or plane
- Spend some time exploring Aswan before departing for Cairo
- Check-in to the hotel and rest
- Farewell dinner at a local restaurant