Duration
1 Day Trip
Tour Type
Private
Transportation
Bus
Description
10 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo Alexandria Luxor Abydos Aswan and Abu Simbel Embark on an unforgettable 10-day journey through Egypt’s most iconic destinations, including Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Abydos, Aswan, and Abu Simbel. This private tour is designed for travelers seeking a seamless and immersive experience, blending ancient history, breathtaking monuments, and modern comforts.
Tour Overview
- Duration: 10 Days
- Destinations: Cairo – Alexandria – Luxor – Abydos – Aswan – Abu Simbel
- Tour Type: Private (Fully Customizable)
Why You’ll Love This Trip
- Explore Egypt’s Greatest Treasures – From the Pyramids of Giza to the temples of Luxor and Abu Simbel, this tour covers the must-see landmarks.
- Relaxing Nile Cruise – Enjoy a 4-night cruise along the Nile River, visiting ancient sites in a peaceful and scenic setting.
- Expert Guidance – Your private Egyptologist guide will provide in-depth knowledge and personalized attention.
- Hassle-Free Travel – All accommodations, meals, flights, and transfers are included, so you can focus on the experience.
- Perfect for All Ages – Whether traveling solo, as a couple, or with family, this tour is suitable for everyone.
Attractions Highlights
- Giza Pyramids & Sphinx – Marvel at the last surviving wonder of the ancient world.
- Egyptian Museum – Discover Tutankhamun’s treasures and ancient artifacts.
- Valley of the Kings – Explore the tombs of legendary pharaohs.
- Karnak & Luxor Temples – Walk among colossal columns and hieroglyphs.
- Abu Simbel Temples – Witness Ramses II’s monumental legacy.
Included in Cairo Alexandria Luxor Abydos Aswan and Abu Simbel 10 Day
- 5* hotel in Cairo for 5 nights
- 5* hotel in Luxor for 2 nights
- 5* hotel in Aswan for 2 nights
- Plane
- Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Horse carriage at Edfu
- Taftaf at Valley of the Kings
- Motor Boat to Philae island
- 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches
- Meet and assist by English-speaking representatives.
- Entrance fees to the above mentioned archaeological sightseeing.
- Private Egyptologist English-speaking tour guide (s).
- Domestic Flight Tickets
- Complementary 01 bottle of water per day per person in Cairo.
- All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified driver (s).
- Portage when needed
- All taxes & service charge
Excluded Cairo Alexandria Luxor Abydos Aswan
- International Airfare
- Entry Visa to Egypt
- Insurance
- Laundry service
- Any other service or tour not mentioned in the itinerary
Pricing Children Policy:
Prices: Quoted in USD per person (excluding peak seasons like Christmas & Easter).
- 0 – 1.99 years: Free
- 2 – 5.99 years: 25% of adult price
- 6 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult price
- 12+ years: Full price
Note: Child rates apply when sharing a room with parents (max 2 children per room).
Book Your Cairo Alexandria Luxor Abydos Aswan and Abu Simbel 10 Day Tour Today!
This expertly curated itinerary ensures a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through Egypt’s history, culture, and stunning landscapes. Don’t miss the chance to explore Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Abydos, Aswan, and Abu Simbel in ultimate comfort and style!
Tour Plan
Upon arrival to Cairo Int. Airport, you will be met with our English-speaking representative who will help and assist you in all formalities and transfer to your hotel, overnight Cairo.
Meals Included
No Meals
Breakfast at hotel. Then you will be met by our English Egyptologist tour guide to start your first day tour by visiting Pyramids of Giza "Khufu, Khafre & Menkaure", where the greatness has been embodied in three pyramids with a limestone statue of Sphinx guarding the whole area.Then proceed to one of our local restaurant to have your lunch.
After that you will proceed to the city of Sakkara, where you will be so excited by exploring The Step Pyramid of king Djoser. This pyramid has a very nice story, when king Djoser asked his chief Architect Imhotep to create something different, so that the king could be buried at. As a result the well-known Architect creates the Step pyramid, which surprised the king so much since it was considered to be a new achievement in this period.
Finally you we will drive towards Memphis, where you can visit The Open Air Museum including the marvelous monuments of king Ramses II.After finishing your day tour, you will get back to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast at hotel. Our English speaking guide will meet you at the hotel to accompany you to start your second day tour in Cairo. Your tour today is completely different and more excited, as the best of our monuments are awaiting you. Start your tour with The Egyptian Museum, which is considered to be one of the most important museums in Egypt housing the Pharaonic monuments including those of the well-known king Tutankhamen. Then you will have your lunch meal at one of our local restaurant.
After Lunch, you will be transferred to Old Cairo area, where you can visit Citadel of Salah El-Din, which played as a very important role in protecting Egypt, as it was considered the seat of power for more than 700 years.
Then proceed to one of the most interesting and old market in Egypt, Khan El-Khalili, which consider as one of the stunning bazaars in the Middle East.
After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Check out from your hotel after breakfast. Then our representative will meet you at the hotel to transfer you to Cairo airport to take your flight to Luxor.
Upon arrival at Luxor airport, transfer to Visit the West Bank of Luxor. Start your magical tour in Thebes, the sacred land by exploring the wet bank of Luxor including Valley of the Kings, which considers as the royal cemetery of the Theban kings and rulers of ancient Egypt, and the place where our Pharaohs were buried, "Enter tomb of King Tut Ankh Amun".
Then proceed to visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. This temple is considered as one of the most wonderful examples of the Architecture in ancient Egypt, because it was totally carved inside the mountain.
At the end of the tour you will visit Colossi of Memnon, which is belonging to king Amenhotep III. Lunch at local restaurant.
Then you will discover the East bank of Luxor including Karnak Temples Complex, which are the largest structures ever build in the history of the mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra, since it was considered the house of god on the earth, the earlier structure date back to the middle kingdom, but there are some references which refer to the earlier buildings as old as the 3rd dynasty.
Later on, you will proceed to visit Temple of Luxor, which was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well know king Ramses II. This temple was located in the heart of ancient Thebes and, like Karnak, was dedicated to the main/chief god Amun Re.
After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Luxor for check in & overnight in Luxor.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast at your hotel and then your expert tour guide will pick you up from your Hotel to visit the memorial temple of king Seti I at Abydos, which was built by Seti I and his son Ramses II for the God Osiris of the afterlife and resurrection. Abydos Temple is one of the most impressive religious structures in Egypt. The fine art reliefs incorporate the Abydos Kings list (showing the cartouche contains the names of the pharaohs of Egypt from the first dynasty to the 19th dynasty), There are seven chapels of Horus, Isis, Osiris, Amon Re, Ptah, Seti I, and Re-Horakhty. At the back of the temple, discover the enigmatic structure known as the Osireion, thought to be Osiris tomb. After finishing, enjoy free time to explore the temple at leisure.
Continue to visit Dendera temple (Located 99km to the South of Abydos), It is one of the best preserved temple complexes in Egypt. The temple was founded by pharaoh Pepi I (2250 BC) and continued during the New kingdom (1550-1080 BC). What was left dates back to the Greco-Roman time in Egypt. The ceiling of the Dendera Temple has recently been cleaned, in a careful way that removed hundreds of years of black soot, without harming the ancient paint underneath. As a result the spectacular ceiling painting has been exposed in the main hall of Hathor temple, and some of the most vibrant and colourful paintings dating from antiquity are now visible. Discover the widely known Dendera zodiac relief found during the Greco-Roman time in Egypt, the crypts which was for keeping cult equipment, archives and magical emblems for the temple's protection, though the most important object kept in the crypts was a statue of the BA of Hathor, the Isis Birth House (Mammisi) raised by Nectanebo II and the temple sacred lake.On the rear outside wall of the temple, the scenes showing the massive figure of Cleopatra VII and her son by Julius Caesar, Caesarion. Then enjoy free time to explore the temple at leisure.
After finishing, you will be transferred back to hotel & overnight Luxor.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Check out from your hotel after breakfast, then our tour guide will pick you up to enjoy a day tour to the Temple of Edfu, where you will visit the majestic temple dedicated to Horus which is considered by most to be the best preserved cult temple in Egypt. According to the Egyptian myths, it was the place where the falcon-headed god Horus revenged the murder of his father Osiris by killing Seth.
Drive to Koum Oumbo city and visit Temple of Koum Oumbo,standing on high grounds overlooking the Nile. It differs from other temples because of its double entrance, each one is dedicated to divinity: "Haroeris" with his falcon head and " Sobek " with his crocodile head. The Temple of Kom Ombo was built on the honor of two deities the crocodile-headed Sobek, god of fertility and creator of the world, and Haroeris or the ancient falcon-headed Horus. Also,Kom Ombo's importance lies in its huge sugar-cane.
Arrive Aswan, lunch at local restaurant and check in your hotel & overnight Aswan.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast at your hotel and then our tour guide will pick you up to start your tour to the High Dam of Aswan, an engineering miracle when it was built in the 1960s. Containing more material than used in the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the Dam is 11,811 ft long, 3215 ft thick at the base, 364 ft tall and is carved into from the existing granite, providing irrigation and electricity for the whole of Egypt.
Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries of Aswan where much of the red granite used for ancient temples and colossi came from. The Unfinished Obelisk still lies where it was carved when a crack was discovered as it was being hewn from the rock.
Proceed your trip to visit the majestic Philae Temple which was carefully moved to its current location (around 500 meters from the original site) when the construction of the High Dam caused surrounding Nile waters to rise, Philae Temple was built on the honor of goddess Isis the chief deity of the island. At the end of your tour you will be escorted back to your hotel.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast box from your hotel and check out. Later on, you will be transferred by private A-C van to Abu Simbel. The original site was known as Meha in the ancient times and was first documented in the 18th Dynasty, when Ay and Horemheb had rock-cut chapels hewn in the hills to the south.
Upon arrival, you will proceed to visit Abu Simbel Temples, which were built by king Ramses II. The first temple (the biggest one) was built by Ramesses II and being dedicated to the famous god Rahorakhty. While the second temple (the smaller one) was dedicated to king himself and his beautiful wife queen Nefertari.
After finishing your day tour, you will drive Aswan airport to fly back to Cairo. Upon arrival to Cairo airport, you will meet our rep whom will transfer you to your hotel & overnight in Cairo.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast at your hotel in Cairo. After that you will be met with our Egyptologist tour guide who will accompany you in such a stunning tour to Alexandria.
You will start your Alexandria city tour by exploring one of the main sources of knowledge in the ancient world, "The Alexandria Library". The site of which is the original site of the old Pharaoh.
Later on, you will be transferred to have your lunch meal at local restaurant.
After lunch you will proceed to visit The Roman Amphitheatre, which is considered to be one of the most famous monuments belonging the Greco-Roman period.
Continue your Alexandria city tour by visiting Pompey’s pillar, which was erected in 292 AD. At the end you’ll be transferred to visit Sultan Qaitbay Citadel (from outside) which is considered to be one of most famous sightseeing in Alexandria.
After finishing your day tour, we will drive back to Cairo. Arrive to Cairo and proceed to your hotel there for overnight.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Check out after breakfast. Our representative will pick you up. Transfer to Cairo international airport for final departure.
Meals Included
Breakfast
21 reviews for Cairo Alexandria Luxor Abydos Aswan and Abu Simbel 10 Day
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Dean McAllister –
Ten Days of Dust, Awe, and Unbelievable Beauty
Woke up every morning to something new: hieroglyphs, desert sunrises, mysterious chambers, and the sound of call to prayer echoing in the distance.
From the busy energy of Cairo to the quiet majesty of the tombs in Luxor, the entire trip was a symphony of experiences.
Abu Simbel capped it off like a finale—massive, majestic, and absolutely unforgettable.
Tina Forrest –
A Journey That Changed My Perspective
You think you know history until you’re standing at the feet of Ramses II in Abu Simbel. This trip didn’t just educate me—it moved me.
The beauty of the Nile, the warmth of the people, and the sheer scale of these ancient wonders all made me feel small in the best way.
I came back not just with photos, but with a new sense of appreciation for culture, craftsmanship, and humanity’s ancient dreams.
Greg Harmon –
There’s something about walking into a temple that’s older than most countries and hearing your footsteps echo through time. Luxor’s Karnak Temple and Abydos were both massive and humbling.
We had time to explore, relax, and absorb the layers of history without rushing. Even the busy spots like the Pyramids were handled smoothly with great planning.
Bonus: I never expected to love Egyptian desserts, but basbousa has me hooked now.
Samantha Keene –
When you go to Egypt, you expect heat, crowds, and maybe chaos. But what I didn’t expect was how peaceful it could be.
The Nile cruise portion was my favorite. Watching farmers and fishermen go about their day while we drifted by with fresh juice in hand—it felt like being part of something timeless.
Kom Ombo and Edfu were packed with legend. Our guide brought mythology to life in a way that was captivating and sometimes hilarious.
John Doe –
When you go to Egypt, you expect heat, crowds, and maybe chaos. But what I didn’t expect was how peaceful it could be.
The Nile cruise portion was my favorite. Watching farmers and fishermen go about their day while we drifted by with fresh juice in hand—it felt like being part of something timeless.
Kom Ombo and Edfu were packed with legend. Our guide brought mythology to life in a way that was captivating and sometimes hilarious.
Tyler Monroe –
Camels, Kings, and Kindness Everywhere
This tour delivered more than ancient history—it gave me a real taste of Egyptian hospitality.
The camel ride by the Pyramids was bumpy but fun, and every site we visited had something surprising. The colors at Dendera’s ceiling are still burned into my brain.
I liked the personal touches: warm greetings, hibiscus tea on arrival, stories from locals. We were treated like more than just tourists.
And the cruise? That’s where the magic happened. Calm waters, golden light, and belly laughs with fellow travelers.
Melissa Ayers –
This trip was a gift I gave myself for turning 50, and it turned out to be everything I didn’t know I needed.
The spiritual presence at Abydos was powerful—I left a small flower in the corner as a quiet thank-you to the universe.
I appreciated how balanced the days were. You’d climb a hundred temple steps, then float back to a five-star hotel bed.
I came home rested, wiser, and a little sun-kissed.
Randy Kellerman –
If you’re into ancient architecture, inscriptions, and mythology, this trip is like Christmas morning every day. Karnak blew my mind. Abydos felt like stepping into another universe.
Even the travel days were a treat—comfortable vehicles, scenic routes, and knowledgeable guides who made history feel like gossip from 3,000 years ago.
Favorite unexpected moment: a Nubian drum circle on the boat one night. Authentic, spontaneous, and unforgettable.
Linda Jo McCray –
Everything from start to finish was smooth and, honestly, a bit magical. This wasn’t just sightseeing—it felt like unraveling the threads of a very old story.
I loved how we balanced iconic sites like the Pyramids and Abu Simbel with lesser-known gems like Dendera and Abydos.
The food was flavorful without being overwhelming. Fresh falafel in Cairo, grilled fish in Aswan—simple and full of character.
Returning each night to crisp sheets and Nile views was the icing on the cake.
Tanner Boyd –
I thought I’d seen it all before on TV documentaries—but standing inside the Temple of Karnak under a sky full of birds? Whole different story.
This tour knocked it out of the park. I wasn’t expecting to love Alexandria as much as I did—the sea breeze and Roman ruins were such a surprise.
And the cruise? Don’t even get me started. Delicious food, chilled towels after temple visits, and sunsets that looked painted on.
Abydos was my personal favorite. Quiet, spiritual, and just absolutely mesmerizing. I even bought a sketch from a local artist outside.
Carla Simmons –
From the moment we landed in Cairo, I knew this wasn’t going to be an ordinary vacation. The itinerary was packed, but the pace was just right to take it all in. We started with the Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum, where I stood awestruck in front of Tutankhamun’s treasures.
What really stole my heart, though, was Abydos. The carvings there were so detailed, I felt like I could read them if I stared long enough. And then came the cruise—five-star treatment, silky sunsets, and the sound of the river lapping gently against the boat.
Aswan brought peace, Kom Ombo gave me chills, and Abu Simbel made me tear up. You don’t just see it—you feel it.
Hannah Cartwright –
What do you get when you mix ancient temples, boat rides, and the occasional camel photobomb? This unforgettable Egyptian adventure.
We rode in style—air-conditioned vans, luxury cruise cabins, and comfy hotel beds waiting at every stop. Cairo was a whirlwind of spice and honking, while Luxor whispered secrets of the past.
My favorite moment was seeing the stars reflected in the Nile at night. Second favorite? Laughing till I cried when my hat flew off into the desert at Kom Ombo.
The food, the people, the sites—every bit of this trip made me feel alive, amazed, and grateful.
Jared Whitmore –
From standing beneath the Great Pyramid to whispering in the wind at Abu Simbel, this tour took us to the highest highlights of Egypt.
Dendera and Abydos were real treasures—not overly crowded, rich in carvings, and soaked in myth. Our cruise on the Nile was one of the smoothest travel experiences I’ve had, complete with evening entertainment and golden sunsets.
The contrast between Cairo’s chaotic streets and Aswan’s peaceful shores made for a beautiful balance. Each destination had a surprise, a new flavor, or a bit of unexpected magic.
Savannah Mullen –
Time Travel With Air Conditioning and Dessert
Going back 4,000 years in history doesn’t mean you have to rough it, and this trip proved that in style.
Each destination built on the last—Cairo’s buzz, Alexandria’s breeze, Dendera’s mystery, and Aswan’s calm.
I had a moment of pure joy on the felucca ride near Aswan, drifting past palm trees and ancient ruins like I was in a documentary narrated by Morgan Freeman.
The Abydos carvings made me question everything I thought I knew about ancient art.
Brent Carlisle –
This trip managed to balance cultural overload with luxurious recovery time. By the end, I felt like I’d earned a degree in Egyptology—minus the exams.
Temples were everywhere, and each one had its own personality. The Temple of Kom Ombo’s connection to medicine and crocodiles made it especially cool.
And don’t even get me started on the sunsets we saw from the cruise. If I had a dollar for every time I said “wow,” I could buy a pyramid.
Kayla Redmond –
So much happened in ten days that I still wake up expecting to see the Nile out my window.
From Cairo’s historic mosques to Alexandria’s lighthouse ruins, this trip kept a steady rhythm of awe. Then came Luxor, which felt like an open-air museum. We actually crawled into a tomb that still had paint on the ceiling—what?!
Abydos was hauntingly beautiful and almost empty of crowds, which made it my personal favorite. The boat cruise portion was slow and magical—watching villages drift by, kids waving, life happening.
Travis McCoy –
Never thought I’d feel so rugged and pampered at the same time. This trip hit all the ancient spots but in serious style. Private vehicle pickups, cold towels, and ancient temples—it’s a combination I didn’t know I needed.
Dendera and Abydos were personal favorites. Not as packed with people, so you can actually feel the energy of the place. The hieroglyphics looked like they were carved yesterday.
Abu Simbel was massive. I mean, jaw-droppingly epic. The desert drive to get there was half the fun, like cruising across Mars with snacks.
Ellie Granger –
Imagine watching the sun sink behind Abu Simbel while sipping pomegranate juice with your shoes off—that’s how this tour ends.
The journey starts with Cairo’s madness—horns, heat, and heaps of falafel. Alexandria was a breath of sea air, and Dendera felt like a hidden gem with its intact astronomical ceiling.
Edfu Temple was reached by horse carriage, and yes, I screamed a little when the horse sneezed on me. Totally worth it.
Every day was different, every site had a unique flavor. Even the drives between places were scenic with glimpses of Nile-side life.
Michael Sturgess –
The sheer scale of this trip is hard to put into words. Ten days covering everything from Cairo’s chaotic bazaars to the calm waters near Aswan—it was the perfect contrast.
We started with the Egyptian Museum, where King Tut’s mask made me stop breathing for a second. Then we rolled through Alexandria, whose blend of Greek and Egyptian history felt like walking through pages of an ancient book.
Luxor was the jewel—Valley of the Kings left us awestruck. But Abydos surprised me most. It’s off the usual path, and that made it even more magical. You could almost hear the ancient chants.
Rebecca Givens –
I didn’t expect to cry in front of the Sphinx—but I did. Not from emotion, but because the wind kicked up a whole dune into my eyes.
This 10-day tour was like time-travel with a sense of humor. Dendera’s temple ceiling still has its original colors—how is that even possible? The guide cracked jokes while explaining ancient rituals, and by the time we hit Edfu, we were practically yelling “Horus!” like groupies.
We visited Alexandria’s catacombs, which was both spooky and awesome. And sailing to Philae Temple made me feel like Cleopatra (if Cleopatra wore hiking sandals and SPF 100).
Abydos stood out—more mysterious, less touristy, and rich in carvings that seemed to whisper stories through the stone.
James Holloway –
From the grandeur of the pyramids in Cairo to the temple whispers of Abydos, this journey felt like a dream dipped in history and dusted with comfort. The cruise down the Nile wasn’t just scenic—it was serenity in motion. Smooth sailing on a deluxe boat with sweeping sunset views made us feel like modern-day pharaohs. Luxor’s Karnak Temple, with its towering pillars, gave me goosebumps.
We marveled at Kom Ombo’s twin gods and the crocodile mummies—they were both creepy and cool. The private guide we had in Aswan painted stories of the Nubians in vibrant colors, and we even got to sail around Elephantine Island, which felt like stepping into a painting.
Each hotel was a slice of heaven, especially in Luxor where we had breakfast overlooking the Nile. Alexandria had a salty breeze that whispered of ancient libraries and buried secrets.