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10 Day Trip to Egypt: Cairo, Luxor, Fayoum & Red Sea

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Duration
10 days

Description

10 day trip to egypt is the kind of journey that lets you see the country’s big icons without missing the quieter, human side that makes Egypt so memorable. Over ten well-paced days, you’ll move from the legendary Pyramids of Giza to the countryside calm of Fayoum, then down to Luxor where temples and tombs still feel alive, and finally out to the Red Sea for a few days of pure coastline relaxation.

It’s a balanced route for travelers who want more than a checklist. You’ll have time to stand in front of world wonders, yes, but also time to slow down, share meals with locals, and feel the rhythm of the Nile beyond the tourist trail.

What makes this itinerary special is the way it blends contrast. Cairo gives you energy and history. Giza offers that once-in-a-lifetime moment where ancient engineering feels almost impossible to believe.

Fayoum changes the scenery completely — pottery workshops, quiet villages, waterfalls, and wide desert lakes remind you that Egypt is not only temples and museums, but also nature and everyday life. Then Luxor lifts you into Egypt’s golden age: tombs carved for eternity, temples built for gods, and sunsets that turn the Nile into copper. After that depth, the Red Sea is the perfect exhale. Warm water, coral reefs, soft beaches, and a slower pace help you recharge before heading home.

Throughout the trip, you’ll travel comfortably and smoothly between destinations, with the route designed to avoid long, exhausting days whenever possible. You’ll explore with knowledgeable local guidance, enjoy handpicked stays, and experience a mix of classic highlights and authentic encounters.

If you want a trip that feels complete — cultural, scenic, personal, and relaxing — this 10 day trip to egypt fits beautifully. Book now or contact us to reserve your spot and start shaping your Egypt story.

Why Choose This Tour With Us?
  • A smart, balanced route mixing icons, countryside, and coast
  • Comfortable pacing with time to explore and breathe
  • Expert local guides who explain history simply and clearly
  • Authentic rural village experience many tours skip
  • Smooth domestic flight and private transfer coordination
  • Red Sea downtime built in for real rest before departure

Tour Plan

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Day 1 – Welcome to Cairo

Arrive in Cairo and meet your driver at the airport. Transfer to your hotel and check in. Take time to rest after your flight.In the evening, head out for a warm welcome dinner at a local restaurant.Taste your first real Egyptian flavors and get a feel for the city.

Destinations visited:

  • Cairo

Meals: Dinner

Day 2 – Giza Pyramids & Sphinx

Start your day with a drive to the Giza Plateau.Stand in front of the Great Pyramid and the two neighboring pyramids.Walk around the desert plateau and hear the stories behind their construction.
Visit the Sphinx and the valley temples nearby.Optional camel ride at sunset if you want the classic desert view.

Destinations visited:

  • Giza Pyramids
  • Sphinx

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 – Fayoum day trip

Leave Cairo for a full day in Fayoum, a beautiful rural escape.Visit a local pottery village and watch artisans shape clay by hand.Continue to Lake Qarun for wide desert-lake views and birdlife.Stop at Wadi El Rayan to see Egypt’s most famous waterfalls.Enjoy the calm countryside atmosphere before returning to Cairo.

Destinations visited:

  • Fayoum
  • pottery village
  • Lake Qarun
  • Wadi El Rayan

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 – Fly to Luxor

Transfer to the airport for your short flight to Luxor.Arrive and check in at your hotel on the Nile.
Spend the afternoon settling into Upper Egypt’s slower pace.Take an evening walk along the Nile promenade.Watch feluccas drift past and enjoy the golden West Bank view.

Destinations visited:

  • Luxor (East Bank promenade)

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 – Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple

Head early to Luxor’s West Bank before the heat builds.Explore the Valley of the Kings and enter three royal tombs.See vivid wall paintings that map the pharaohs’ journey to the afterlife.Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, rising in elegant terraces.Enjoy a traditional lunch with local Upper Egyptian flavors.
Destinations visited:

  • Valley of the Kings
  • Hatshepsut Temple

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6 – Karnak Temple & East Bank, Sound & Light show

Spend the morning at Karnak Temple, Egypt’s largest religious complex.Walk through the massive hypostyle hall and towering pylons.Learn how different pharaohs added to the temple over centuries.
Continue exploring key East Bank areas at an easy pace.In the evening, enjoy the Sound & Light show for a dramatic temple experience.

Destinations visited:

  • Karnak Temple
  • Luxor East Bank sites

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7 – Local village visit and crafts

Today is about real life along the Nile.Visit a local village outside Luxor to meet families and community members.Learn about daily routines, farming, and traditions that haven’t changed much for generations.Try simple hands-on experiences like bread making or local crafts.Enjoy a home-style lunch and time to chat with locals.

Destinations visited:

  • Luxor countryside village

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8 – Transfer to the Red Sea

After breakfast, drive from Luxor to the Red Sea coast.Watch the landscape shift from green Nile valley to desert mountains.Arrive in Hurghada or El Gouna and check in at your beach resort.Spend the afternoon unwinding by the water or pool.Enjoy a relaxed evening with sea air and quiet skies.

Destinations visited:

  • Hurghada or El Gouna

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 – Beach day or snorkeling trip

Wake up to a slow, sunny Red Sea morning.Spend the day on the beach, swimming or relaxing under umbrellas.Optional snorkeling trip to coral reefs if you want a water adventure.Look for colorful fish, brilliant coral gardens, and crystal-clear visibility.Return to your resort for another calm evening by the sea.
Destinations visited:

  • Red Sea beaches
  • optional coral reefs

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 – Departure

Enjoy breakfast and a final walk along the beach if time allows.Depending on your flight, depart from Hurghada or return to Cairo.Your driver will assist with transfers and check-out timing.Leave Egypt feeling refreshed, not rushed.Take home a trip that balances history, culture, and relaxation.

Destinations visited:

  • Hurghada or Cairo (departure)

Meals: Breakfast

Included

-Airport meet-and-assist and all scheduled transfers
-Domestic flight Cairo to Luxor
-Private transportation for tours and long drives
-Guided visits to all listed sites
-Entrance fees for the attractions mentioned
-Accommodation in Cairo, Luxor, and Red Sea resorts
-Meals as noted in the itinerary
-Village cultural experience and local craft activities

Excluded

-International flights
-Egypt entry visa
-Tips and personal expenses
-Optional camel ride and optional snorkeling trip (unless selected)
-Drinks at hotels or on excursions unless stated

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