A 14-day itinerary linking Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada and Alexandria. Highlights include the Giza pyramids, a deluxe Nile cruise, Abu Simbel by car, Red Sea time in Hurghada and major museums.
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14-day Egypt tour: Overview
Overview
This 14-day itinerary presents a broad sweep of Egypt’s most visited antiquities, museums, coastal shores and Nile Valley landscapes.
Over two weeks the program links Cairo with the Red Sea coast, the Nile Valley and the Mediterranean shore, visiting major archaeological sites in Giza, Saqqara, Luxor, Aswan and Alexandria, with time set aside for Red Sea leisure in Hurghada.
Trip flow
The schedule opens with an arrival evening in the capital and moves quickly into the country’s oldest monuments. Early days cover the Giza Plateau and Saqqara, followed by a segment on the Red Sea coast in Hurghada.
The Nile Valley portion visits Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan, and the program includes a full-day excursion to the Abu Simbel temples before concluding with a return to Cairo and a day trip to Alexandria.
Daily highlights
Day Two focuses on the Giza Pyramids Complex, the Great Pyramid and the Great Sphinx, together with the adjacent Valley Temple and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Nearby Saqqara and the Step Pyramid are also scheduled early in the tour.
The Red Sea section begins with a free day in Hurghada, then offers activities such as scuba diving and a desert safari on subsequent days. These days provide a contrast of marine and desert environments to the inland archaeological itinerary.
The Nile Valley days include visits to the great temples and royal burial sites. On Luxor’s east bank the program includes Karnak Temple and the illuminated Luxor Temple. West Bank visits highlight Hatshepsut’s mortuary temple, the Valley of the Kings and the Colossi of Memnon.
Continuing south, the tour calls at the Edfu and Kom Ombo temples before arriving in Aswan, where the itinerary lists the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and the island temple of Philae. A day trip to Abu Simbel is included as a distinct excursion from the Aswan stage.
The later return to Cairo completes the loop of principal Nile Valley sites.
Cairo — museums, Old Cairo and Islamic Cairo
Cairo’s sequence of visits covers major collections and historic neighbourhoods. Museum visits include both the Grand Egyptian Museum overlooking Giza and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
The program also schedules time in Old Cairo to see the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue and the early mosque of Amr Ibn Al Aas, and a walk along Al Muizz Street with an opportunity to explore the Khan El Khalili bazaar.
Islamic Cairo highlights in the itinerary include the Salah El-Din Citadel with the Mohamed Ali Mosque and the neighbouring Sultan Hassan and Al Rifai mosques, presenting a concentrated view of medieval and later Islamic architecture in the city.
Alexandria day trip
The Alexandria day covers the city’s layered heritage, with visits to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar and the Qaitbay Citadel on the Mediterranean shore, together with a visit to the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Pacing and free time
The flow alternates intensive archaeological days with lighter coast and leisure days. Hurghada includes a designated free day, and the Nile segment is spread across several days to allow time to move between riverine sites at a measured pace.
The program’s sequencing gives several opportunities to experience major temples by day and in some cases by night.
What to expect to see
Expect to encounter Egypt’s defining monuments: the three great pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure and the Great Sphinx on the Giza Plateau; Saqqara’s Step Pyramid; the vast Karnak complex and Luxor Temple; Hatshepsut’s terraces and the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings; the island sanctuary of Philae and the monumental ensemble at Abu Simbel; and the layered heritage of Alexandria.
Together these sites form the core of the itinerary’s cultural and archaeological emphasis.
Use this 14-day Egypt tour overview to understand the pace, destinations and key experiences before you travel.
The 14-day Egypt tour combines the confirmed stops in one practical route; check the inclusions and exclusions carefully before booking.
The 14-day Egypt tour Itinerary
Day 1: Day One:Welcome to our Amazing Country
Arrival day and welcome. The itinerary lists an evening dinner followed by an overnight.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Day Two:Trip to Egyptian Pyramids & Fly to Hurghada
Morning visits include the Giza Pyramids Complex, the Great Pyramid, the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple. The Grand Egyptian Museum is on the program, followed by Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid. The schedule includes a lunch and an internal flight to Hurghada later in the day.
Meals: Lunch
Accommodation: Hurghada (overnight)
Day 3: Day Three:Free Day in Hurghada
A full free day in Hurghada for rest, self-guided activities or optional excursions on the Red Sea coast.
Accommodation: Hurghada (overnight)
Day 4: Day Four:Scuba Diving in Hurghada
A day dedicated to scuba diving activities in Hurghada as listed in the itinerary.
Accommodation: Hurghada (overnight)
Day 5: Day Five:Safari Tour in Hurghada
The itinerary lists a safari tour in the Hurghada area for this day.
Accommodation: Hurghada (overnight)
Day 6: Day Six:A Tour to Luxor East Bank Attractions
Visits on the east bank of Luxor include Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, the latter noted in the itinerary for a night-time visit.
Day 7: Day Seven:A Trip to Luxor West Bank Landmarks
Explore West Bank monuments such as Hatshepsut Temple, the Valley of the Kings and the Colossi of Memnon.
Day 8: Day Eight:Head to Edfu & Kom Ombo
Day visits to the temple at Edfu and the double temple at Kom Ombo are scheduled on this stage of the itinerary.
Day 9: Day Nine:Explore Aswan City Landmarks
Aswan highlights on the program include the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple.
Day 10: Day Ten:Tour to Abu Simbel Temples by Car & Fly to Cairo
A road transfer to the Abu Simbel Temples is scheduled for this day. The itinerary lists a lunch during the excursion and a flight back to Cairo later in the day, followed by an overnight.
Meals: Lunch
Accommodation: Cairo (overnight)
Day 11: Day Eleven:Witness Old Cairo Highlights
Old Cairo visits on this day include the Egyptian Museum, Amr Ibn Al Aas Mosque, the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Al Muizz Street and Khan El Khalili Bazaar are also on the schedule. A lunch is listed for the day.
Meals: Lunch
Accommodation: Cairo (overnight)
Day 12: Day Twelve:Discover Islamic Cairo Attractions
Discover Islamic Cairo with visits to the Salah El Din Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque, followed by the Sultan Hassan Mosque and Al Rifai Mosque. The itinerary indicates a lunch on this day.
Meals: Lunch
Accommodation: Cairo (overnight)
Day 13: Day Thirteen:Day Tour to Alexandria Attractions
A day trip to Alexandria includes the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. A lunch is scheduled, and the day ends with an overnight.
Meals: Lunch
Accommodation: Alexandria (overnight)
Day 14: Day Fourteen:End Your 14 Days to the Best of Egypt
Final day of the tour and departure arrangements as per individual travel plans.
Before booking this 14-day Egypt tour, review the confirmed services below and ask for any current operational details that are not stated in the record.
What Is Included
- Internal flight sectors listed as “Cairo/Hurghada – Aswan/Cairo”.
- Four nights in Hurghada at 5-star hotels on an all‑inclusive basis (as stated in the source).
- Five nights in Cairo at 5-star hotels on a bed & breakfast basis (as stated in the source).
- Four nights aboard a 5-star deluxe Nile cruise on a full board basis (as stated in the source).
- Greeting and assistance at Cairo Airport upon arrival.
- Experienced tour guides for the listed tours.
- Transportation by modern air-conditioned vehicles.
- Admission fees to the sights explicitly listed in the itinerary.
- Meals that are specifically mentioned in the day-by-day itinerary.
- All charges and taxes noted in the original record.
What Is Not Included
- International round-trip airfare to/from Egypt.
- Entry visa to Egypt (visa not included).
- Tipping and gratuities.
- Personal expenses not listed in the itinerary.
- Any optional tours or services not explicitly listed as included.
Frequently Asked Questions About 14-day Egypt tour
Review these practical questions about the 14-day Egypt tour before contacting Gateway Pharaoh.
Is international airfare included?
No. International airfare to and from Egypt is not included in the listed inclusions.
Which internal flights are included?
The source lists internal flight tickets described as “Cairo/Hurghada – Aswan/Cairo.” Confirm exact sectors and schedules with the operator.
Are visas and entry permits included?
No. The entry visa to Egypt is listed among the exclusions and must be obtained separately.
What accommodations are provided?
The record states 4 nights at 5-star hotels in Hurghada (all‑inclusive), 5 nights at 5-star hotels in Cairo (bed & breakfast) and 4 nights on a 5-star deluxe Nile cruise (full board). Confirm exact property names and the night-by-night allocation.
Are admission fees and guided tours included?
Yes. Admission fees to the sights listed in the itinerary and the service of experienced tour guides are included according to the source.
Are meals included throughout the trip?
Meals are included as specified in the itinerary (for example, listed lunches and an opening dinner) and within the stated accommodation meal plans (all‑inclusive or full board where indicated). Confirm specifics per provider.
Is the Abu Simbel visit included?
Yes. A full-day tour to the Abu Simbel Temples by car is shown in the itinerary and includes a lunch; the schedule then indicates a flight back to Cairo.
Does the program include Red Sea activities?
Hurghada days include activities noted in the itinerary such as scuba diving and a safari tour. Optional excursions beyond the listed program are not included.
Is tipping included in the price?
No. Tipping is listed under exclusions and should be planned separately by travelers.
What is the listed starting price?
The source lists a starting price of USD 1890; this figure has been retained here but must be verified for availability and final confirmation.
When you are ready to plan this 14-day Egypt tour, contact Gateway Pharaoh for the current operational details shown in the booking record.
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For general information about Egypt’s cultural heritage, consult the UNESCO World Heritage information for Egypt.
Overview
Overview
This 14-day itinerary presents a broad sweep of Egypt’s most visited antiquities, museums, coastal shores and Nile Valley landscapes. Over two weeks the program links Cairo with the Red Sea coast, the Nile Valley and the Mediterranean shore, visiting major archaeological sites in Giza, Saqqara, Luxor, Aswan and Alexandria, with time set aside for Red Sea leisure in Hurghada.
Trip flow
The schedule opens with an arrival evening in the capital and moves quickly into the country’s oldest monuments. Early days cover the Giza Plateau and Saqqara, followed by a segment on the Red Sea coast in Hurghada. The Nile Valley portion visits Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan, and the program includes a full-day excursion to the Abu Simbel temples before concluding with a return to Cairo and a day trip to Alexandria.
Daily highlights
Day Two focuses on the Giza Pyramids Complex, the Great Pyramid and the Great Sphinx, together with the adjacent Valley Temple and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Nearby Saqqara and the Step Pyramid are also scheduled early in the tour.
The Red Sea section begins with a free day in Hurghada, then offers activities such as scuba diving and a desert safari on subsequent days. These days provide a contrast of marine and desert environments to the inland archaeological itinerary.
The Nile Valley days include visits to the great temples and royal burial sites. On Luxor’s east bank the program includes Karnak Temple and the illuminated Luxor Temple. West Bank visits highlight Hatshepsut’s mortuary temple, the Valley of the Kings and the Colossi of Memnon.
Continuing south, the tour calls at the Edfu and Kom Ombo temples before arriving in Aswan, where the itinerary lists the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and the island temple of Philae. A day trip to Abu Simbel is included as a distinct excursion from the Aswan stage. The later return to Cairo completes the loop of principal Nile Valley sites.
Cairo — museums, Old Cairo and Islamic Cairo
Cairo’s sequence of visits covers major collections and historic neighbourhoods. Museum visits include both the Grand Egyptian Museum overlooking Giza and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. The program also schedules time in Old Cairo to see the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue and the early mosque of Amr Ibn Al Aas, and a walk along Al Muizz Street with an opportunity to explore the Khan El Khalili bazaar.
Islamic Cairo highlights in the itinerary include the Salah El-Din Citadel with the Mohamed Ali Mosque and the neighbouring Sultan Hassan and Al Rifai mosques, presenting a concentrated view of medieval and later Islamic architecture in the city.
Alexandria day trip
The Alexandria day covers the city’s layered heritage, with visits to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar and the Qaitbay Citadel on the Mediterranean shore, together with a visit to the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Pacing and free time
The flow alternates intensive archaeological days with lighter coast and leisure days. Hurghada includes a designated free day, and the Nile segment is spread across several days to allow time to move between riverine sites at a measured pace. The program’s sequencing gives several opportunities to experience major temples by day and in some cases by night.
What to expect to see
Expect to encounter Egypt’s defining monuments: the three great pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure and the Great Sphinx on the Giza Plateau; Saqqara’s Step Pyramid; the vast Karnak complex and Luxor Temple; Hatshepsut’s terraces and the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings; the island sanctuary of Philae and the monumental ensemble at Abu Simbel; and the layered heritage of Alexandria. Together these sites form the core of the itinerary’s cultural and archaeological emphasis.
Trip Highlights
- Visit the Giza Pyramids complex, including the Great Pyramid and the Great Sphinx
- See the Saqqara Step Pyramid, the world’s oldest stone pyramid
- Four nights aboard a 5-star deluxe Nile cruise visiting Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan
- Day trip by car to the monumental temples of Abu Simbel
- Red Sea stay in Hurghada with listed scuba-diving and safari activities
- Explore Old Cairo sites and major museums including the Egyptian Museum and NMEC
- Full-day excursion to Alexandria: catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel and the Bibliotheca
- Aswan highlights: the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple
