Discover Egypt's history, culture, and landscapes with our 7-day itineraries. For history buffs and sun-seekers, consider an itinerary like this Egyptian highlights trip, where you'll explore Cairo's historic streets and relax in Sharm el-Sheikh by the Red Sea. If you're interested in river travel, opt for a journey like this Cairo and Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Another fun option is something similar to this Cairo & Sharm el-Sheikh trip, where you can enjoy the bustling energy of Cairo before escaping to the quiet Sharm el-Sheikh for a relaxing stay.
See our itineraries below or read our guide to the best 7-day trips in Egypt.
On this weeklong tour of Egypt, you'll enjoy a mix of cultural sightseeing and outdoor adventures. Tour ancient Egyptian landmarks in Cairo, behold the grand pyramids and the Sphinx in Giza, and see Roman ruins in Alexandria. Then you'll fly to the coastal resort of Sharm El Sheikh, venture out on a grand safari around Dahab, and relax by the Red Sea before circling back to the capital city.
Venture to the Great Pyramid of Giza, climb to the top of Petra's largest temple, see Dead Sea Scrolls in person, go for a safari tour in Wadi Rum: these are just a few of the adventures that await you on this thrilling 7-day itinerary around Egypt and Jordan. Start with a few days in Cairo learning about Egyptian culture and history, then cross the border to Amman to begin your journey around deserts and Roman ruins.
Check off some of Egypt's most iconic sights on this diverse week-long itinerary. Cairo serves as your base for three nights, while you explore the nation's capital, tour the Pyramids of Giza, and discover Alexandria's storied past. After a quick flight to Aswan, it's all aboard for a scenic three-day cruise up the Nile River, disembarking for day trips to the spectacular temples of Kom Ombo, Edfu & Karnak. Your adventure ends in Luxor, where you'll stroll through ancient history in the Valley of the Kings.
Cultural sightseeing meets a beach vacation on this week-long Egyptian getaway. Starting in Cairo, you'll explore the ancient world with tours of the Great Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and Alexandria. Then switch gears and head for the coast, where you can unwind in the Red Sea resort of Sharm El Sheikh—sunbathing, swimming, and scuba diving along the Sinai Peninsula.
In just a week, this action-packed itinerary takes you to Egypt's top historic and cultural attractions. You'll see the Great Pyramid of Giza, ancient temples at Karnak and Luxor, and fascinating antiquities at Cairo's Egyptian Museum. One particular highlight of the trip is a journey to the iconic temples at Abu Simbel, an ancient site that was dismantled and rebuilt on higher ground in the 1960s to make room for the Aswan High Dam.
Enjoy the best of Egypt on this weeklong adventure. Spend a few days in Cairo, visiting museums, learning about Islamic history, and side-tripping to the pyramids of Giza, before boarding a boat for a cruise along the Nile River. Highlights along the journey include Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and Karnak Temple. The itinerary ends up back in Cairo — a perfect way to spend seven days!
Egypt's ancient wonders await on this unforgettable week-long itinerary. After touring the Great Pyramids in Cairo, fly to Aswan to board a three-night river cruise up the mighty Nile. Visit the famed temples of Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, and Edfu along the way—then disembark at Luxor to discover the Valley of the Kings. Your journey comes to a close back in Cairo, where you'll spend a final morning browsing the treasures of the Egyptian Museum.
Even with just a week in Egypt, you can see plenty more than the pyramids, as evidenced by this luxury adventure that includes some lesser-visited treasures. Your first day in Cairo is one for the books as you set off on an insider's tour of the Giza Plateau. Then, travel north to the coast and Alexandria to explore its ancient amphitheater, catacombs, and library before winding up at a tranquil eco-retreat in Siwa, a remote desert oasis where Cleopatra herself once bathed.
Enjoy a bucket-list adventure in Egypt that involves a luxury cruise down the Nile, the world's longest river. The scenery is spectacular, but more than that, the banks of the Nile are lined with some of the most ancient and awe-inspiring temples, monuments, and archaeological sites in the world, which you'll explore with the help of private guides. But that's not all—cap the trip with two days of relaxing beach time in Sharm el-Sheikh, the Red Sea's premier coastal resort town.
Enjoy a grand weeklong sailing tour down Egypt's Nile River, bookended by stays at 5-star hotels fit for a pharaoh. This fast and fabulous adventure begins on the banks of the Nile at Luxor, where you'll board a luxury dahabiya sailboat and commence a private cruise down the world's longest river. As you go, you'll stop at marvels of the ancient world, from the temples of Luxor and Horace to the Valley of the Kings—you'll even take a cooking lesson to learn the secrets of Egyptian cuisine.
