How many days do you need in Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Esna & Kom Ombo?
- Most travelers spend 8-10 days in Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Esna, and Kom Ombo combined
- Visiting Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Esna, and Kom Ombo in 6 or 7 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 11 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extension is Sharm el-Sheikh
How Many Days to Spend in Egypt
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Recommended Itineraries for Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Esna & Kom Ombo
Recommended Itinerary for 9 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo | Cairo |
| Day 2 | Tour the Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo & Khan El Khalili Bazaar | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Discover the Great Pyramids: Giza & Memphis | Cairo |
| Day 4 | Fly to Luxor, Board Nile River Cruise, Tour the Temples of Luxor & Karnak | Luxor |
| Day 5 | Explore the Valley of the Kings, Cruise to Esna | Esna |
| Day 6 | Cruise to Kom Ombo via the Temple of Edfu | Kom Ombo |
| Day 7 | Cruise to Aswan, Visit the Temple of Philae, Aswan Dam & Unfinished Obelisk | Aswan |
| Day 8 | Disembark from Nile River Cruise, Fly to Cairo | Cairo |
| Day 9 | Depart Cairo |
Cruise deep into the heart of Egypt on this laid-back, 9-day itinerary. After exploring the many charms of Cairo—from the Great Pyramids to bustling Khan El Khalili Bazaar—you'll catch a quick flight south to Luxor to board a memorable Nile River cruise toward Aswan. By day, you'll discover ancient sites and antiquities, while nights are spent falling asleep to the gentle rhythms of the river. Read more
Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including Sharm el-Sheikh
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo | Cairo |
| Day 2 | Discover the Great Pyramids: Giza & Memphis | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Tour to Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo & Khan El Khalili Bazaar | Cairo |
| Day 4 | Fly to Luxor, Board Nile River Cruise | Luxor |
| Day 5 | Explore the Valley of the Kings, Cruise to Esna | Esna |
| Day 6 | Cruise to Kom Ombo via the Temple of Edfu | Kom Ombo |
| Day 7 | Cruise to Aswan, Visit the Temple of Philae & Aswan Dam | Aswan |
| Day 8 | Day Trip to the Temples of Abu Simbel | Aswan |
| Day 9 | Fly to Cairo | Cairo |
| Day 10 | Explore the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization & Coptic Cairo | Cairo |
| Day 11 | Fly to Sharm el-Sheikh | Sharm el-Sheikh |
| Day 12-13 | Relax by the Red Sea in Sharm el-Sheikh | Sharm el-Sheikh |
| Day 14 | Fly to Cairo, Depart |
Cultural highlights, river cruising, and a beach vacation combine on this memorable two-week Egyptian adventure. Starting in Cairo, you'll marvel at the Great Pyramids and explore the city's world-class museums before flying south to Luxor, the capital of the ancient pharaohs. Shift gears and board a scenic cruise down the Nile River to Aswan, exploring temples and tombs along the way, then head to the coast to end your journey on the gorgeous Red Sea beaches of Sharm el-Sheikh. Read more
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