Egypt Itinerary 14 Days — Comprehensive Single-Country
14 days devoted entirely to Egypt — Cairo, Alexandria, Abu Simbel, Nile cruise, Luxor, plus your choice of Western Desert oasis OR Red Sea beach finish. The most complete single-country Egypt route we offer.
If you have 14 days but you don't want to add Jordan or another country, this single-country deep-dive is the most complete Egypt itinerary we run. You cover every meaningful region: Greater Cairo (Pyramids, Saqqara, Memphis), the Mediterranean (Alexandria), Aswan and Abu Simbel, the standard 4-night Nile cruise to Luxor, and finish with either a Western Desert oasis adventure (Bahariya + White Desert) OR a Red Sea coast resort (Hurghada). Best for travelers who already know the basics, want to explore beyond the standard tourist route, or simply prefer to spend their time deepening one country rather than splitting.
Cities you'll visit on this trip
Why choose this 14 days Egypt route?
If you have 14 days but want to focus exclusively on Egypt (not Egypt + Jordan), this is the route. You cover the Mediterranean coast (Alexandria), classic Pharaonic sites (Cairo + cruise + Luxor), Abu Simbel, the Western Desert oases, and a Red Sea finish. The most complete single-country Egypt itinerary we offer.
What it feels like: Single-country deep-dive. Every meaningful Egypt region in one trip — no second country, no compromises.
Trip highlights
- Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Saqqara, Memphis
- Alexandria — Catacombs, Bibliotheca, Mediterranean coast
- Abu Simbel sunrise (full day)
- 4-night Nile cruise Aswan → Luxor
- Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Karnak, Luxor temples
- Bahariya Oasis hot springs (optional)
- White Desert overnight or Hurghada beach finish
14 Days day-by-day
- Day 1Arrival in Cairo
Pickup and welcome dinner.
- Day 2Pyramids & Sphinx
Full Giza day.
- Day 3Saqqara + Memphis day-trip
Step Pyramid, Memphis colossi.
- Day 4Drive to Alexandria
Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, corniche dinner.
- Day 5Bibliotheca + Mediterranean
Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Stanley Beach, drive back to Cairo.
- Day 6Egyptian Museum + Coptic Cairo
Museum, Coptic Cairo, Khan El Khalili.
- Day 7Fly to Aswan, board cruise
Philae Temple, cruise embarkation.
- Day 8Abu Simbel + cruise day
Pre-dawn Abu Simbel, return to cruise, sail toward Kom Ombo.
- Day 9Kom Ombo + Edfu
Two key cruise stops.
- Day 10Arrive Luxor — East Bank
Karnak and Luxor temples.
- Day 11Luxor West Bank + balloon
Optional sunrise balloon, then Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut.
- Day 12Drive to Hurghada (or Bahariya)
Choose: Red Sea beach finish OR Western Desert oasis.
- Day 13Beach day or White Desert
Snorkeling at Giftun OR White Desert sunrise camping.
- Day 14Departure
Fly back to Cairo for international departure.
Common questions about this Egypt itinerary
Should I do 14 days in Egypt or Egypt + Jordan in 14 days?
Single-country goes deeper — you actually see Alexandria, the Western Desert, and the Red Sea. Egypt + Jordan covers more icons but feels like a sampler. Pick based on whether you value depth or breadth.
Western Desert or Red Sea for the finish?
Western Desert (Bahariya Oasis + White Desert overnight camping) is dramatic and photogenic but requires camping. Red Sea (Hurghada or El Gouna) is restful and family-friendly. Tell us your preference.
Is 14 days too long for a first Egypt trip?
Not at all. Many first-time visitors find a 7 or 10-day Egypt trip leaves them wanting more. 14 days lets you actually slow down and savor each region.
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