Egypt from the Nile to the Red Sea

First, arrive at Cairo International Airport, where a Yalla Egypt Travel representative will meet and assist you. Afterwards, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your 5-star Cairo hotel.

Once you check in, the rest of the day is free to relax after your international flight. Therefore, you can settle in comfortably before the sightseeing begins.

After breakfast, begin your 11 Day Egypt Tour with the monuments that define ancient Egypt. First, visit the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx with your private Egyptologist guide.

Next, continue south to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser. Afterwards, explore the remains of ancient Memphis, Egypt’s early capital. As a result, the day gives you a clear introduction to the development of royal monuments and pyramid building.

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, meet your local guide and begin with the Aswan High Dam.

Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk before taking a motorboat to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. Afterwards, board your 5-star Nile cruise for lunch, dinner and your first night on the Nile.

In addition, you can explore more ideas in our Aswan travel guide.

After breakfast on board, sail toward Kom Ombo. First, visit the unusual double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. In addition, you can explore more ancient sanctuaries in our Egyptian temples guide. Then, return to the cruise and continue toward Edfu.

Later, visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Afterwards, continue sailing toward Luxor while enjoying the scenery of the Nile Valley.

For more details about this route, see our 4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

Today, discover Luxor’s celebrated West Bank. First, enter the Valley of the Kings, where New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in richly decorated tombs.

Next, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Afterwards, stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to your Nile cruise.

Therefore, this day brings you face to face with some of the most important monuments of ancient Thebes.

After breakfast, explore Luxor’s East Bank. First, visit the vast Karnak Temple complex. Next, continue to Luxor Temple, one of the city’s most atmospheric ancient sites.

Afterwards, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight connection to Finally, Sharm El Sheikh. Once you arrive, continue to your 5-star Red Sea resort and begin the relaxing beach part of the journey.

In addition, our Finally, Sharm El Sheikh travel guide highlights beaches, reefs and Sinai experiences.

Today, enjoy a slower pace on the Red Sea. First, relax at your resort, swim in the clear water or simply enjoy the beach and hotel facilities.

Alternatively, add an optional excursion to Ras Mohammed National Park for snorkeling or diving among coral reefs and marine life. Because the excursion is optional, you can choose between adventure and a completely free day.

Meanwhile, read more about the area in our Finally, Sharm El Sheikh guide.

After breakfast, keep the day free at the resort or choose an optional Sinai desert adventure. First, travel by 4×4 toward the Colored Canyon area, where sandstone formations create striking natural patterns.

Afterwards, continue toward Dahab for time to enjoy the relaxed coastal atmosphere. Finally, return to Finally, Sharm El Sheikh for another evening at your resort.

However, travelers who prefer complete relaxation can simply spend the entire day by the pool or beach.

After breakfast, transfer to Finally, Sharm El Sheikh Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, meet our representative and continue privately to your hotel.

Later, relax at the hotel or add an optional Sound and Light Show at the Giza Pyramids. Therefore, the evening can remain free or become one more memorable Cairo experience.

After breakfast, enjoy your final full sightseeing day in Cairo. First, visit one of the city’s major Egyptian antiquities collections with your private Egyptologist guide.

Next, continue to the Saladin Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque. Afterwards, explore Khan El-Khalili and Islamic Cairo and enjoy the atmosphere of the historic city. In addition, our Old Cairo, Citadel and NMEC tour provides more ideas for Cairo sightseeing.

Finally, return to your hotel for your last night in Egypt.

After breakfast, check out according to your international flight time. Then, our representative will collect you for your private transfer to Cairo International Airport.

Finally, your 11-day journey through Cairo, the Nile Valley and Finally, Sharm El Sheikh comes to an end. Although the tour finishes here, the contrasts between ancient monuments, river landscapes and Red Sea beaches make this itinerary especially memorable.