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Private Egypt Tour

10 Day Egypt Tour with Abu Simbel

Private 10 Day Egypt Tour with an Expert Egyptologist Guide

Cairo • Aswan • Abu Simbel • Nile Cruise • Luxor • Hurghada. A private 10 day Egypt tour with an expert Egyptologist guide, fully customizable around your dates, travel style and budget.

Local Egypt experts since 2007 • Private Egyptologist guide • Free, no-obligation quote

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10
Days
Complete
Itinerary
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9
Nights
Hotels &
Cruise
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Private Guide &
Transfers
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Abu
Simbel
Included in
the Tour
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Nile Cruise
Included
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Red
Sea
Hurghada
Stay

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DETAILED ITINERARY

10 Day Egypt Tour Itinerary

First of all, discover the itinerary day by day, including sightseeing, transfers, meals and overnight stays. Then follow the route from Cairo to Hurghada via Aswan, Abu Simbel and Luxor.

10 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo to the Nile Cruise

First, this 10 day Egypt tour takes you through Cairo and Aswan. Then it continues to Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo and Edfu.

Day 1

Arrival in Cairo

Meet, assist & transfer
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Arrival and hotel check-in in Cairo

First, arrive at Cairo International Airport and meet our representative. Then transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel.

🏨 Overnight: Cairo🍽 Meals: —
Day 2

Giza Pyramids & Saqqara

Pyramids, Sphinx & Saqqara
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Giza and Saqqara sightseeing

Next, after breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide for a full day of sightseeing.

  • The Giza Pyramids
  • The Great Sphinx
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • The Step Pyramid of Saqqara

Finally, return to your hotel in Cairo at the end of the day.

🏨 Overnight: Cairo🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3

Cairo – Aswan

Philae & cruise embarkation
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Flight to Aswan and first sightseeing

Next, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. On arrival, start exploring the city’s main sights.

  • Philae Temple
  • Aswan High Dam

Afterward, board your Nile cruise and settle in for the journey south.

🏨 Overnight: Nile Cruise🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4

Abu Simbel – Kom Ombo

Abu Simbel Temples & sailing
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Abu Simbel excursion and Nile sailing

Next, early in the morning, travel to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, masterpieces of Pharaoh Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.

After the visit, return to Aswan. Then sail toward Kom Ombo.

  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • Crocodile Museum

Finally, continue sailing on the Nile for the rest of the day.

🏨 Overnight: Nile Cruise🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5

Edfu Temple – Sail to Luxor

Edfu Temple & sailing
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Edfu Temple and sailing to Luxor

Next, continue your journey with a visit to Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples of ancient Egypt.

  • Edfu Temple

Afterward, continue cruising toward Luxor.

🏨 Overnight: Nile Cruise🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

10 Day Egypt Tour: Luxor to the Red Sea

Next, the journey continues through Luxor and Hurghada. Finally, you return to Cairo for the last stage of the tour.

Day 6

Luxor West Bank

Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut
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Explore Luxor’s West Bank

First, disembark in Luxor. Then explore the major sites on the West Bank.

  • Valley of the Kings
  • Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
  • Colossi of Memnon

Afterward, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before transferring to your hotel in Luxor.

🏨 Overnight: Luxor🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7

Karnak Temple – Hurghada

Karnak & transfer to the Red Sea
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Karnak and transfer to Hurghada

Next, visit Karnak Temple, one of the largest religious complexes of ancient Egypt.

  • Karnak Temple

After lunch at a local restaurant, travel to Hurghada by private air-conditioned vehicle. Then enjoy free time by the Red Sea.

🏨 Overnight: Hurghada🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8

Free Day in Hurghada

Relax by the Red Sea
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Free day on the Red Sea

Meanwhile, spend a free day relaxing on the Red Sea beaches or choose from a selection of optional water activities.

🏨 Overnight: Hurghada🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9

Hurghada – Cairo

Return to Cairo & Grand Egyptian Museum
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Return to Cairo and visit the GEM

Next, leave Hurghada by private air-conditioned vehicle and return to Cairo. Then, on arrival, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum.

  • Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
  • Lunch at a local restaurant

Afterward, transfer to your hotel in Cairo.

🏨 Overnight: Cairo🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 10

Final Departure

Transfer to Cairo Airport
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End of the tour and airport transfer

Finally, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.

✈ Departure: Cairo Airport🍽 Meals: Breakfast

Request Your Free Quote

First, send us your travel dates, number of travelers and preferred hotel category. Then, we’ll reply with a personalized proposal tailored to your trip.

Afterward, your request will be sent by email. Response within 24 hours.

Prefer WhatsApp? Message us directly.

TOUR PRICES

10 Day Egypt Tour Prices

In addition, prices are per person sharing a double or triple room, depending on the selected hotel category. Moreover, personalized family quotes are also available.

4★ Hotels

For example, choose comfortable hotels offering excellent value for money.

US$ 1,550

Per person
Sharing a double or triple room

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5★ Hotels

Alternatively, choose premium hotels for an even more comfortable experience.

US$ 1,750

Per person
Sharing a double or triple room

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Children’s Rates

In addition, ages 0–5: 250 US$ for the domestic flight ticket only.

Meanwhile, ages 6–11: 50% of the adult rate
when sharing the parents’ room.

Request a Family Quote

Booking: payment terms are detailed in your personalized quote. Your booking is confirmed after the agreed payment is received.
Please note: rates increase by 40 % during Christmas, New Year and Easter.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS TOUR

Why Choose This 10 Day Egypt Tour?

Overall, enjoy a carefully organized private journey with an expert Egyptologist guide, comfortable transfers, a Nile cruise and a balanced itinerary combining cultural discovery with Red Sea relaxation.

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Ancient History on Your 10 Day Egypt Tour

First, Cairo, Aswan and Luxor reveal the history of ancient Egypt through its temples, tombs and iconic monuments.

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Must-See Highlights of This Egypt Tour

Next, discover the Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and more.

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Private Service Throughout Your Egypt Tour

Moreover, travel comfortably with private air-conditioned vehicles, a Nile cruise, carefully selected accommodation and a professional Egyptologist guide.

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Red Sea Relaxation on Your Egypt Tour

Finally, end your journey in Hurghada with time to relax, beautiful beaches and optional water activities.

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Temples & Art on This 10 Day Egypt Tour

In addition, admire some of the finest artistic and architectural achievements of ancient Egyptian civilization.

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A Balanced 10 Day Egypt Tour

As a result, enjoy a rich experience combining culture, history, a Nile cruise and relaxation by the Red Sea.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

What’s Included in This 10 Day Egypt Tour

In addition, details can be adjusted according to your selected package and preferred service level.

Included

  • Meet and assist on arrival in Cairo
  • Private transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accommodation in Cairo, Luxor and Hurghada
  • Full-board Nile cruise
  • Sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary
  • Professional Egyptologist guide during sightseeing
  • Abu Simbel excursion
  • Meals mentioned in the itinerary

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Egypt entry visa
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping
  • Drinks during meals
  • Optional excursions
  • Any visit not mentioned in the itinerary
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

Optional Experiences

Moreover, these experiences can be added according to your interests, budget and preferred travel pace.

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Optional 10 Day Egypt Tour: Luxor Balloon Ride

For example, at sunrise, see Luxor from above with magnificent views over the Valley of the Kings and ancient temples.

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Optional Egypt Tour: Hurghada Desert Safari

Alternatively, head into the Red Sea desert for an adventure with quad biking, desert landscapes and Bedouin atmosphere.

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Optional Egypt Tour: Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise

Finally, enjoy an evening on the Nile with dinner, music and traditional entertainment in Cairo.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

10 Day Egypt Tour with Abu Simbel FAQ

Finally, find answers below to the most common questions about this private 10 day Egypt tour.

10 Day Egypt Tour Planning

Does the tour include Abu Simbel? +

Yes. In addition, the Abu Simbel Temples excursion is included in the itinerary, with air-conditioned vehicle transfers and an expert Egyptologist guide.

Is this a private tour? +

Yes. Moreover, sightseeing and transfers are arranged as a private service for you, your family or your group only.

Are domestic flights included? +

In addition, depending on your selected package, domestic flights may be included. Alternatively, a sleeper-train option can also be arranged on request.

10 Day Egypt Tour Accommodation

What hotels are offered during the tour? +

First, you can choose between 4-star and 5-star hotels. In addition, the hotel and cruise category can be matched to your budget and preferences.

How many nights is the Nile cruise? +

Moreover, the itinerary includes three nights aboard a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor on a full-board basis.

Is this Egypt tour suitable for families? +

Yes. The itinerary is suitable for couples, families with children and small groups. In addition, the pace can be adapted to the travelers.

Before Your 10 Day Egypt Tour

Is the Egypt entry visa included? +

No. The Egypt entry visa is not included in the tour price. However, our team can advise you before arrival.

Is an English-speaking Egyptologist guide included? +

In addition, a professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide accompanies you during the sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary.

Can I customize this 10 day Egypt tour? +

Yes. Moreover, the itinerary can be customized according to your dates, budget, number of travelers and the sites you want to visit.

What is the best time to visit Egypt? +

In general, October to April offers pleasant temperatures for visiting Cairo, Aswan, Luxor and Abu Simbel.

Are entrance tickets included? +

Therefore, entrance tickets to the sites mentioned in the itinerary are included unless otherwise stated in your final quote.

Why choose this 10 day Egypt tour? +

In summary, this itinerary combines Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, a Nile cruise, Luxor and Hurghada in one complete, private and customizable Egypt journey.

TRAVELER REVIEWS

Travelers Who Explored Egypt With Us

Finally, read authentic reviews from travelers who trusted Yalla Egypt Travel with their Egypt journey.

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Exceptional! Excellent guide! We had a great time with him. I recommend Aly to 100000%!!She is a very nice person and very funny haha! Thank you very much Aly for this trip ☺️
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Olivier K
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Incroyable Ali is amazing as a guide our trip was really interesting and if you want to return with full knowledge and memory choose ALI “Yalla HABIBI”
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Culture and hospitality ❤️ Super cultured, super accommodating, super safe, we are perfectly welcomed in the group, even when we come solo and feel that it is not only their job but also their pleasure to share with us! See you very soon
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Daphné P
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Very nice trip! Very nice organization. Our guide Aly was really great. Aly was very attentive and his explanations were really interesting.
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A thoughtful and interesting guide. Ali is an excellent guide.The explanations are good.The history of ancient Egypt is developed throughout the visits: there is a real coherence in the narrative.With Ali everything is easy, he knows everyone and we just had to be guided.A big thank you for his smile and kindness.
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MathildeetJulien
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Stay on the Nile with Aly Aly is an excellent guide , caring and passionate! He was able to adapt to the whole family and we had a great stay with him. Recommend with your eyes closed!
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Guillaume L
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The Great Guide to Egypt Thanks to Ali who managed to make us discover the riches of the history of his country. He is passionate and exciting, friendly and perfectly organized our father’s birthday cake. Thank you again. I recommend it with my eyes closed.
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Nadege L
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A perfect stay! A perfect stay!Well organized and accompanied tours.Thank you Aly for being our guide all week.
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Nalofoto P
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Thank you Aly for this moment of discovery! Great trip!Aly is a great guide, attentive, cultured, passionate.Thank you to him for this great week of discovery of this beautiful country.Loïc
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Emma J
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Top! Aly is really a great guide, caring, passionate! It made our stay, an unforgettable one! Thank you for everything, I really recommend!

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