How many days do you need in Cairo & Hurghada?
- Most travelers spend 6-9 days in Cairo and Hurghada combined
- With 10 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Aswan, Luxor, and Edfu
How Many Days to Spend in Egypt
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Recommended Itineraries for Cairo & Hurghada
Recommended Itinerary for 6 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo, Visit the Egyptian Museum & Pyramids of Giza | Cairo |
| Day 2 | Full-Day Tour of Alexandria | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Explore the Historic Streets of Cairo | Cairo |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Hurghada, Beach Time | Hurghada |
| Day 5 | Desert Safari Adventure & the Dead Sea | Hurghada |
| Day 6 | Return to Cairo, Depart |
During this 6-day trip, you'll learn about the ancient history of Cairo and Alexandria as well as visit the old beach town of Hurghada, located on the coast of the Red Sea. Get to know Cairo's old streets with historic churches and the Khan El Khalili old market, and spend a day seeing the Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza. Wander through Alexandria to see ancient artifacts and the Roman Amphitheater, and transfer to Hurghada for diving, a desert safari, and relaxation. Read more
Extended Itineraries
10-Day Itinerary Including Aswan, Luxor & Edfu
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo, Self-Guided Exploration | Cairo |
| Day 2 | Tour the Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Old Cairo Day Tour | Cairo |
| Day 4 | Fly Cairo to Aswan, Board Nile Cruise | Cairo |
| Day 5 | Cruise to Edfu, Tour the Temples of Abu Simbel & Kom Ombo | Aswan |
| Day 6 | Cruise to Luxor, Tour the Temples of Horus, Karnak & Luxor | Edfu |
| Day 7 | Valley of the Kings Excursion, Transfer to Hurghada & the Red Sea | Luxor |
| Day 8 | Explore Hurghada & Desert Safari | Hurghada |
| Day 9 | Beach Day in Hurghada | Hurghada |
| Day 10 | Return to Cairo, Depart | Hurghada |
Discover Egypt's many faces on this diverse 10-day itinerary. Combining iconic cultural sights with scenic river cruising and a beach getaway, you'll check off all the highlights without sacrificing relaxing downtime. Tour the pyramids and wander the colorful Khan el Khalili bazaar in Cairo, cruise up the Nile from Aswan to Luxor, and end your stay in Hurghada on the beaches of the Red Sea. Read more
10-Day Itinerary Including Aswan & Luxor
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo, Explore | Cairo |
| Day 2 | Tour the Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Fly to Aswan, Explore the Philae Temple & High Dam of Aswan | Aswan |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Luxor via Edfu, Explore | Luxor |
| Day 5 | Transfer to Hurghada, Free Time | Hurghada |
| Day 6 | Snorkeling at Giftun Island | Hurghada |
| Day 7 | Grand Safari | Hurghada |
| Day 8 | Beach Time in Hurghada | Hurghada |
| Day 9 | Transfer to Cairo, Free Time | Cairo |
| Day 10 | Depart Cairo | Cairo |
Travel to Egypt to explore breathtaking temples and the world-famous pyramids, fascinating mummies, and stunning artwork. Enjoy some downtime and relaxation at the sandy shore of the Red Sea, explore the vibrant corals of the Gifton National Park, and cruise into the desert with a 4WD Jeep. Read more
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