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Itineraries, tips and stories from our team to help you plan.
3 Days in Cairo: The Perfect First-Timer's Itinerary
Pyramids, Islamic Cairo, Coptic alleys and the Grand Egyptian Museum — a tested 72-hour plan that balances the must-sees with room to breathe.
By The This is Egypt Editors9 min read
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10 Days in Egypt: The Ultimate Itinerary (2026)
The full sweep, Cairo and the GEM, the Nile from Luxor to Aswan, Abu Simbel, and a Red Sea finish. The ideal ten-day route, day by day.
By The This is Egypt Editors
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7 Days in Egypt: The Perfect First-Timer Itinerary (2026)
The classic week in Egypt, day by day: Cairo, Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then the Nile between Luxor and Aswan by cruise. The route most first-timers should take, what to book, and how to pace it.
By The This is Egypt Editors
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Egypt in 5 Days: A Short Highlights Itinerary (2026)
Short on time? The smart 5-day route, Cairo, Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then a fast Luxor flight for the temples and tombs. What to prioritise.
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14 Days in Egypt & the Red Sea: The Complete Itinerary (2026)
Two weeks to do it all, unhurried, Cairo, the full Nile, Abu Simbel, Alexandria and a Red Sea finish. The ultimate slow-paced Egypt route.
By The This is Egypt Editors6 min read
Nile Cruise Guide: Sailing Between Aswan and Luxor
Which direction to sail, how many nights you need, and the temples you'll wake up to — everything to know before booking a Nile cruise.
By The This is Egypt Editors8 min read