Egypt Itinerary 14 Days

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.

Last updated: June 2026·Reviewed by the Cairo planning team
5.0 / 5 · 800+ travelersTravelers' Choice 2026 (network) 10+ years · Cairo-based

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.

Duration
14 Days
Best for
Repeat visitors · Slow travelers · Couples on extended trips · Photographers
Route
Cairo · Alexandria · Aswan · Abu Simbel · Nile Cruise · Luxor · Western Desert · Red Sea
Tag
🏆 Most complete

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

  1. Day 1
    Arrival in Cairo

    Pickup and welcome dinner.

  2. Day 2
    Pyramids & Sphinx

    Full Giza day.

  3. Day 3
    Saqqara + Memphis day-trip

    Step Pyramid, Memphis colossi.

  4. Day 4
    Drive to Alexandria

    Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, corniche dinner.

  5. Day 5
    Bibliotheca + Mediterranean

    Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Stanley Beach, drive back to Cairo.

  6. Day 6
    Egyptian Museum + Coptic Cairo

    Museum, Coptic Cairo, Khan El Khalili.

  7. Day 7
    Fly to Aswan, board cruise

    Philae Temple, cruise embarkation.

  8. Day 8
    Abu Simbel + cruise day

    Pre-dawn Abu Simbel, return to cruise, sail toward Kom Ombo.

  9. Day 9
    Kom Ombo + Edfu

    Two key cruise stops.

  10. Day 10
    Arrive Luxor — East Bank

    Karnak and Luxor temples.

  11. Day 11
    Luxor West Bank + balloon

    Optional sunrise balloon, then Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut.

  12. Day 12
    Drive to Hurghada (or Bahariya)

    Choose: Red Sea beach finish OR Western Desert oasis.

  13. Day 13
    Beach day or White Desert

    Snorkeling at Giftun OR White Desert sunrise camping.

  14. Day 14
    Departure

    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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