10-day Egypt Itinerary: A Perfect Multi Generation Adventure

We took our grandkids to Egypt – without their parents. And it turned out to be one of the most rewarding (and surprisingly easy) trips we’ve ever done. 

Are you considering an overseas trip with kids or grandkids that is truly unforgettable – “somewhere beyond the usual destinations?”

Egypt offers a rare mix of history, adventure, and family-friendly experiences that few destinations can match.

Things have changed a little since my first visit—a solo one—decades ago. Back then, I jumped on a camel and rode around the pyramids with a handful of other tourists.  

During our 10-day multi-generation Egypt trip, we got up close to Giza’s pyramids, sailed the Nile to Luxor and Aswan, and explored Old Cairo’s passageways and souk. It’s hard to beat the combination of camel rides, fun henna tattoos, and visits to a Nubian village. Not to mention a crocodile encounter of the small kind!

This itinerary reflects just how much easier—and more rewarding—Egypt can be today. The trick is balancing bucket-list sights with a pace that works for both energetic kids and older travelers who want comfort and ease.

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Quick Itinerary Overview

This 10-day Egypt with grandkids trip works really well for a first visit. It balances the big bucket-list sights with enough downtime so no one gets completely worn out.

Designed specifically for grandparents traveling with older kids or teens – in my view, this trip is less suitable for children under 10. 

It’s a full itinerary and you’re spot on to wonder, “Is Egypt too hard with kids who have never been overseas?” 

Honestly, the mix of ancient sites, hands-on experiences, and built-in relaxation in our itinerary made it very manageable for us all.

We arranged our own flights and came up with a rough itinerary. Then we used Golden Tours Egypt, a local travel company, to pull it all together.  They were faultless on logistics, vehicles, guides and flexibility.  I say, it’s well worth going this route vs. trying to plan it all on your own.

I actually booked our entire tour via What’sApp and a couple of emails, so it’s very easy to deal with the Golden Tour in-country team wherever you are in the world.

Read on for our suggested day-to-day itinerary and our tips to make this trip memorable for everyone.  Also, our How to Plan a Trip to Egypt checklist is full of information from getting here to what we’ve learned about travel in Egypt with kids.

Day 1 – Relax At Your Hotel

Everyone will be excited but tired after a long flight. We suggest heading straight to the hotel and taking the rest of the day to relax and recharge.

Marriott Mena House Hotel, Giza City

During our 40-minute airport transfer, the grandkids came back to life as they spotted a first view of the Giza pyramids. At our hotel, they were even more excited snapping their first Egypt photos!

As they checked things out, we relaxed with a cup of mint tea, soaking in the iconic views that first drew us to the original Mena House Hotel 20 years ago.

An early, light dinner at the outdoor 139 restaurant helped keep us up a couple more hours.

As we were eating, fireworks suddenly lit up the sky behind the pyramids (often this is when a wedding reception is happening). It was magical to sit and watch this unexpected show!

We stayed in Giza for the first 2 nights because the traffic can be pretty horrendous. We didn’t want to deal with that on our first full day. 

Mena House is a bit expensive but so worth it. Its proximity to the pyramids makes mornings easy and stress-free.

This slower start to our trip worked perfectly. Legs stretched, energy restored, the initial thrill of seeing the Pyramids, set us all up for Day 2.

Day 2 – Giza Pyramids – A Must-See Stop on Any 10-day Egypt Itinerary

Morning: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx,  & Camel Rides. 

Giza is the ‘wow’ way to start a family trip in Egypt because most kids learn about the Pyramids at school.

To stand on desert sands looking at 4,600 year-old marvels can only impress.  In the kids’ words –  ‘Egypt is so cool’, ‘this is totally awesome’.

After several trips, I still feel Giza is the best place to take a camel ride because of the views.  It’s the perfect first activity, especially if teens are feeling a little unsure about Egypt travel with grandparents. Is it going to be ‘cool’?

Camel Rides: We found the process of negotiating a little disorganised, but our guide knew which camel owner to approach. Within 5 minutes, the kids 12, 15 and 17 were saddled up.  

There are 3 lengths of rides on offer. We chose the middle one, which takes you gently up a sandy slope to view the 3 iconic pyramids.  It took around 20 minutes once we got going. 

My hubby and I opted for the horse and cart option having done camel rides before.  What we hadn’t realised is that our horse and the kids’ camels would become a mini caravan.  

Honestly, it was a lot of fun! Seeing how many selfies and photos the kids were taking said it all.  A highlight was when our guide handed me the horse reins, jumped off and took a little video of our little ‘caravan’.

Our 12 year old seemed to end up on the biggest camel much to the annoyance of his older siblings. But he had no issues staying on:  I was in awe of their riding skills!

After you disembark, there’s a small plaza area with souvenir shops, cafes and bathroom facilities.

This was the first experience for our teens of bartering. Watching them try their hand bargaining with a local vendor to buy mini pyramids, was a gem of a moment.  I think she loved the exchange as much as they did.

Stop 2:  Great Pyramid of Khufu (Interior)

Should you go inside the Grand Pyramid?  Yes, but once only in life, in my view, and maybe not at all with teens.  Having explored the bare, narrow passages when I came here solo in the 1990s and not really finding it that exciting, I left the choice to them.

Of course kids don’t want to miss out so they stood in line for 40 minutes. When they reemerged, they complained it was too hot inside with far too many people.  

My honest view is that if your kids are feeling the heat or don’t do well standing in line, skip it!

If you do decide to visit inside, be aware only 300 tickets are sold each day, so buy yours on arrival to secure entry. Timing is also important;  many people were queuing to get in before it closed for lunch at 12 until 1pm. Some didn’t and had to wait an hour for it to re-open!

Is renting a golf cart to tour Giza worth it?” Yes – 100%. Ask your tour operator to pre-book a Golf Cart and you’ll move between the Giza sights more quickly. Also, no waiting in a long queue for the general bus. Golf Carts cost us $40 per person and we had it to ourselves the entire time.

After the Great Pyramid (Khufu) Interior visit, we got back on the golf cart and toured the smaller ones. Next stop was the Sphinx.  

Unlike on my previous visits, it’s no longer possible to get quite as close unless you fork out for a private experience.  Nevertheless, it’s still a personal favourite because there’s a personality to this stone like nothing else I’ve seen.

During this first day, I watched as our grandkids listened to stories about how the desert held and still holds many secrets about ancient Egypt. 

The Sphinx is a great example because it wasn’t actually fully excavated from the sands until 1920-mid 1930s. 

Late Lunch & Afternoon

Return to the hotel for a siesta, pool time.  If you’re not staying at Mena House Hotel, consider coming for lunch, and enjoy the views of the pyramid from their 139 Pavilion Restaurant.

Alternatively the rooftop restaurant of the Great Pyramid Inn is popular for a cool drink after your busy day, although I haven’t been myself.

We ate dinner at the hotel during our stay in Giza because it was the easiest option and their restaurants offer plenty of great menu choices.

Day 3 – The Grand Museum

Morning: Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum

After a leisurely breakfast, we headed to the brand new Museum, the largest in the world dedicated to a single civilisation. Tickets are linked to 4 daily entry time slots – the first is between 8.30-11am.

Our tour company managed all our logistics, entrance tickets and a guide who toured several parts of the huge facility with us. 

As soon as we entered the GEM as it is called locally, the beauty of this building took us by surprise.  It’s a massive entrance, including a ‘hanging’ obelisk, and a gigantic stone statue – the contrast between ancient and modern is very clever.

As we walked around, I kept having to remind myself as much as the grandkids that artifacts here are 1000s of years old, some 5000 years – it’s simply astonishing to see how well they are preserved!

Take the people mover up the Main Staircase (then walk down as you exit) and decide with your guide which 2-3 halls to visit.

We visited the Main Galleries, then the Khufu Boat, also found buried in the sands near the Grand Pyramid.  

Saving the halls laden with all things King Tutankhamen to the end of our tour, worked well for our multi-generational groups.

Our guide was an Egyptologist and she excelled at bringing the museum exhibits to life for the kids. It really helps to have someone who can relate to kids, explaining what they’re looking at, although the exhibits are well labeled and in English.

It is all so old yet in such incredible condition – we all found it enthralling and, of course, everyone wanted their photo with the Tutankhamun mask!

Once you’re finished, walk down the Grand Stairs to take a closer look at more statues, decorative stones and then take a break!

There’s a large gift store at the museum, worth peeking into if you’re looking for a higher quality souvenir.  

Day 4: Cairo to Luxor Starting Your Nile Cruise

Is a Nile Cruise good for teenage kids? Absolutely, because this river adventure is a huge contrast from Cairo. 

While activities onshore tend to be history heavy, it’s also a lot of fun. What kid doesn’t want to go into an ancient tunnel and arrive at a huge tomb in the Valley of the Kings?

Most Nile cruises depart on Mondays from Luxor and travel to Aswan, with a return route on Friday to Luxor.  

We’ve done both routes and they’re exactly the same in terms of itinerary. 

For a full review of our Nile cruise with family, read our Movenpick Hamees Nile Boat Cruise review.

Nile itineraries follow this base structure:

• East Bank Karnak & Luxor Temple). Luxor Overnight.
• Valley of The Kings/Queens. Overnight in Edfu.
• Sail to Aswan with stops on route
• Wooden Felucca Boat on the Nile, Philae Temple.

Don’t expect to be sailing the Nile on a cruise ship on your own – we estimated there must be 100+ boats travelling this river at any point in time. 

When you dock for the night, they moor boats up against each other.  So you might walk through 3-4 boat lobbies to disembark – it takes a couple of minutes. To be honest, this didn’t bother us in the slightest, and the kids were entertained by the boat hoping.

We flew with Air Cairo and the flights were easy, but here’s where we went wrong!

What Not To Do If Flying!  We agreed to a 9am flight with our tour operator so we could get to Luxor and see our first temple prior to boarding our boat for lunch.

However, we were delayed in getting our internal flights confirmed as we were waiting for new passports to arrive.  We ended up on a 5am flight, meaning getting everyone up at 2am.

Honestly, taking a 9am or even 10am flight would have been so much easier and we wouldn’t have missed out on much at all.

After such an early start, we asked our guide Ahmed to split the temple visits so everyone could nap on the boat after lunch for a few hours.

Our first stop was at Karnak Temple – we came here from the airport with our guide and arrived at the temple around 8.00am (it opens at 6am).  

This was a perfect time to visit, as it is quieter and great for taking photos of the incredible scale of remaining structures. 

It’s a good walk to cover the main parts of the site as it is nearly 1 mile in length and 1/2mile wide (1.6km x 0.8km). Every time we turned a corner, or entered a different section, the kids were drawn to huge stone statues, endless pillars and highly decorated hieroglyphs filling every patch of space.  

We spent around 2-3 hours at Karnak and by the time we left to register and get into our cabins on the boat, you guessed it, the tour buses were arriving.

Afternoon – Luxor Temple At Sunset

Around 4pm, we left for our visit to Luxor Temple, and caught it just at sunset.  The light here was incredible and of course the kids jumped into taking endless selfies with bright pink and orange glow bringing the stone to life.

This is the younger of the two East Bank temples – the highlight for us were the never-ending massive columns and the gigantic Ramses II stone statues.

We found around 1.5-2 hours ample time with our guide to walk through the temple main sights, before heading back to the boat for dinner.

What’s nice about doing this second temple later in the day, is obviously it’s cooler, less crowded (but busy) but it’s in the middle of town, so a short drive back to board the ship.

We then popped out again around 6pm to visit the Luxor Souk and give everyone a first introduction to shopping in Egypt.

The kids had never seen a market like this and it was a culture shock initially.  They were surprised to see children younger than they were selling things & started to appreciate how tough others lives can be.

Dinner on the boat was usually around 8pm each night, so there’s time to enjoy later in the day activities without rushing.

Just a quick mention of the food on board – it was buffet style which worked well for us with plenty of choices for kids – we had a dedicated waiter at our table.  

Most days there is entertainment on the boat. On our first night it was a folk theme with Whirling Dervish performances, traditional dancing and a welcome cocktail for everyone.  The feel was family friendly and around 30 minutes so nothing too long!  

Day 5 – Valley of the Kings & Queens

Today’s excursion from the boat is to the other bank of the river –  the fertile area of the Nile.  Driving along you’ll see fruit trees, sugarcane, local farmers taking crops to sell on a horse and cart. It is quite a contrast to the desert landscapes around Cairo.

Look out as you pass Howard Carter’s former residence, now a small museum. It’s a subtle reminder that so much of what we’re seeing here wasn’t even uncovered that long ago.

Morning: Valley of the Queens & Hatshepsut Temple

We started at the Valley of the Queens, visiting the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, which is quite unique, built dramatically into the cliffs. 

We’d already learned a little about Hatshepsut at the Grand Egyptian Museum, and it helped bring this visit to life. She ruled successfully for over 20 years, yet after her death much of her legacy was erased—something the kids found both surprising and a little unfair.

This is a relatively easy site to explore, which makes it a good first stop for the day before the more intense tomb visits later on.

Mid-Morning Break (Essential with Kids/Teens)

After about 30 minutes, we headed to the café next to the car park. It has comfortable shaded seating and a range of drinks, ice cream, and simple lunch options.

Everyone welcomed the break and especially a mango ice-cream.

This is something we learned quickly on this trip. When travelling with grandkids (especially teens), these pauses are not optional, they’re essential. You can almost see the energy reset after a cold drink and a sit-down.

Keeping their interest across multiple historical sites can be a challenge at times, but mixing in small rewards—an ice cream stop, a souk visit, a horse & carriage ride—keeps the overall experience fun rather than overwhelming.

Late Morning: Valley of the Kings

We then drove on to the final site in Luxor—the Valley of the Kings. It was definitely crowded, but touring inside the tombs is an experience that really shouldn’t be missed on any 10-day Egypt family itinerary.

Not all tombs are open at once, but during this visit we saw:

• Tomb of Rameses IV 
• Tomb of Merenptah 
• Tomb of Rameses III 

The entrance to the famous Tutankhamun tomb is a great photo stop, although we’ve never actually been able to go inside in three visits (we’ve heard it’s quite damaged and less visually impressive than others).

At first, the kids were completely fascinated—walking down into these ancient chambers carved deep into the cliffs feels like stepping into another world. But by the third tomb, we could see attention starting to slip.

That’s when our guide pulled out a couple of small books he’d picked up from a stall earlier and gathered everyone in a shaded corner. Within five minutes, he had them comparing what they’d just seen to illustrations—suddenly it all clicked again.

It was a great reminder that having the right guide makes all the difference on a multi-generational Egypt trip.

Afternoon: Back to the Boat & Sailing to Edfu

By around 1pm, we were back on the boat just as it began sailing toward Edfu via the Esna Lock.

If you can, try to be up on deck for this—it’s a really interesting (and surprisingly relaxing) experience watching the water levels rise and fall as the boat moves through the lock.

After a busy morning, it’s the perfect chance for everyone to slow down—grab a drink, find a shaded spot, and just watch life on the Nile drift by.  

There are unexpected moments during the cruise – like the first time when a local boat roped itself along ours trying to sell scarves, towels.  The boys looked down from their cabin to see what the commotion was only to be thrown a scarf.

They managed to fling it back down on target for the vendor to catch and everyone had a good chuckle.  As grandparents, it was good to give the teens some freedom to engage, and give them space to meet locals.

Day 6 – Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples

Morning: Edfu & Temple of Horus

We started the day at the Temple of Horus. It’s only about a 15-minute walk, but we took a horse and carriage.   This instantly became one of those “this is so different” moments for the kids.

Clip-clopping through the streets, weaving past other carriages and local traffic, felt like stepping back in time (with a bit of chaos thrown in).

I will also add that not all horse owners treat their animals well.  Our guides had specific people they work with, who are known to care for their horses and we paid a fair rate to ensure this.  This might not be for you – it’s a personal choice of course.

The Temple of Horus

Brad was particularly excited to see this temple, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus. And it really delivers—everything here is on a massive scale. Because it sits higher than many other sites, it avoided Nile flood damage, so it’s incredibly well preserved.

This is one of those temples where a guide makes all the difference—especially on a multi-generational trip.

You don’t want a big group with someone droning on (we’ve all been there). You need someone who has got to know you and your grandkids, who can read the room, keep things moving, and throw in just enough storytelling to hold attention.

On the way back to the boat for lunch, we hopped back into the carriage—and the kids thought the ride was “way more fun than Uber.”

It’s those little, unscripted moments that really stick.

Afternoon: Kom Ombo Temple & Crocodile Museum

Before heading out again around 3:30pm, the boys took up the invite to the Captain’s Deck and even got to take a turn at the helm.

It was such a simple 20 minutes to organise. Steering took on a new meaning when the captain invited them to sit in his seat and take over! Our youngest beamed even more when he got to ‘toot’ the horn!

By mid-afternoon, we arrived at the Temple of Kom Ombo, which is quite different from the others you’ll see on this 10-day Egypt itinerary with kids/teens.

It’s a “double temple,” with two perfectly symmetrical halves—one dedicated to Horus and the other to Sobek.

I’ll be honest—by this point, the kids were starting to complain of the heat and a bit of “temple fatigue.”

And that’s something to expect on a trip like this.

Rather than pushing too hard, we kept things light here—wandering, taking photos, and not trying to absorb every detail.

That approach worked much better.

Right next door is the Crocodile Museum, which ended up being a fun (and slightly bizarre) highlight. It’s small, but seeing actual mummified crocodiles definitely grabbed everyone’s attention.

To the youngest grandkid’s disappointment, we learned there are no crocodiles in this stretch of the Nile anymore due to the Aswan Dam—they’re further south.

Personally, I was perfectly fine with that.

Evening: Arrival in Aswan & Onboard Entertainment

We arrived in Aswan later that evening and were welcomed with a Galabia Egyptian Night on the sundeck, complete with an outdoor BBQ.

It’s relaxed, family-friendly, and a nice way to end the day—music, dancing, and a chance for everyone to let loose a bit after a full itinerary.

These onboard evenings turned out to be a great balance to the sightseeing-heavy days.

Day 7 – Felucca Sail, Nubian Village & Philae Island Temple

This was one of our favourite days on the river, because it offered a variety of new activities.  

Morning/Early Afternoon:  Felucca Sail & Nubian Village

We left Philae Temple Marina in Aswan by boat. Feluccas are traditional wooden Nile boats and rely 100% on wind (no engines) – we had a gentle breeze which was perfect for an hour or so ride.  

Why visit a Nubian Village? It is a little touristy but for kids walking through the sand floor of ‘main street’, navigating passing camels, bikes and the enthusiastic vendors, this was like nothing they’d ever experienced.

From the dock, it’s a few steps to be immersed into the middle of village life. It’s worth touring a Nubian home – we tried the local ‘Sun’ bread, with various dips from molasses, sesame paste and black tea.  They also have soft drinks!

It was delicious, and we tried several types of pastries too.  This was a bit of a one-stop shop – they offered henna tattoos and a chance to hold a baby crocodile (they’re pretty small so no worries!)

Our teens loved the idea of getting a tattoo, something a little daring that would last until they got back to school!  And they did last around 2 weeks!

This activity was pretty good value – $5 for the tattoo each and just a donation for the crocodile meet! This is something everyone can do – Grandma and Grandpa can be cool and have a tattoo 🙂

As well as seeing inside a Nubian home, we saw a snapshot of life on the desert banks, including clay pots used to keep water cool, Nubian coffee shops and camels sunbathing on the riverbank!

The vibrant colours from murals on buildings to carpet weaving and fabric items for sale were spectacular, and overall it felt very friendly and safe.

After around 1.5 hours here, we transferred onto a motor boat for 20 minutes to the new Philae Island.

The temple here was relocated due to flooding stone by stone and it’s really a beautiful location. It’s also different because you can see the Roman influence.  

The cafe area has a relaxing terrace overlooking moored boats and it’s the perfect spot for a fruit juice before sailing back into Aswan. We spent 2 hours here.

Evening: Aswan Souk Visit

After an afternoon relaxing back on the boat, we headed to Aswan Souk in the evening for some last souvenirs.

We were here just before Sham el Nassim (Spring Festival that coincides with Orthodox Spring) and local fish is one of the traditional celebration dinner dishes. No-one wanted to try it, and I have to say it might have tasted good, but it looked a little scary in the tank to me!

Before our final dinner on the boat, we enjoyed a Nubian show with belly dancers.  This was  another experience the kids really engaged in, and our 17 and 15 year old happily got into the dance floor 🙂

Day 8 – Unfinished Obelisk & Return to Cairo

We were offered an option to visit the Aswan Dam on our final day.  We passed on this because most reviews I read said it’s not that exciting unless you’re into dam engineering.  

Morning: Aswan Unfinished Obelisk Visit

So, for our last morning before flying back to Cairo, we had a little later start, and then headed to see the Unfinished Obelisk. 

Although you might argue the obelisk is just a big slab of stone, its scale is incredible when you see it lying right where it was carved out of the granite.

Walking through the quarry area only takes an hour, but you get a unique perspective on what it must have taken to create the granite statues we had previously seen around the country.  

This activity is around an hour and pretty easy because it’s en route to the airport, so you can check out of the boat, do the tour and then head for your flight.

Late Afternoon/Evening: Downtown Cairo

On our return to Cairo, we stayed at a Sofitel Hotel overlooking the Nile – an easy base from which to explore Old Cairo on our final full day. 

With multiple dining options and breakfast included, we relaxed, recharging for a full final day in Egypt.

Day 9 –  Exploring Historic Cairo

We packed a lot into this day, and to be honest, many of the sights can blend into each other. 

A local guide really makes a difference!  We were delighted to have the same guide as we had in Giza, Mrs Huda.

She was starting to feel like family, and continued sharing some great stories about Cairo, while engaging with the kids about her own teenagers.  She’s definitely a new friend of our family!

We split our time into three main areas: Old Cairo, Islamic Cairo, and Coptic Cairo.

Morning: Coptic Cairo

We started our day in the Coptic area of the city, entering through the impressive Babylon Fortress, originally built by the Romans. It’s a striking gateway into a completely different side of Cairo.

From here, we visited the Coptic Museum and the nearby 9th-century Hanging Church, which is built above Roman ruins. The kids found it fascinating that you’re quite literally walking through layers of history.

We also stopped at Abu Serga Church, believed to be one of the places where Mary and Joseph stayed during their time in Egypt.   

As we walked through narrow passageways lined with books and small shops, it felt quieter and more contained than other parts of Cairo—a gentle start to what would become a much busier day.

Midday: Islamic Cairo & Street Life

We then drove a short distance and began exploring around al-Azhar Street, moving between Mu’izz Street and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar.

This area is a complete contrast—busy, vibrant, and full of energy.

Mrs Huda navigated us through a mix of historic landmarks and street life.  From the grand Qalawun Complex (dating back to 1284 and incredibly ornate) to smaller details like old hammam bathhouses we explored hidden corners we would never have found on our own.

At one point, the kids paused taking in the sheer number of people moving through the streets. It was a bit of a culture shock at first as in the USA walking isn’t the norm in big cities.  But it was also one of those moments where you could see them starting to understand how different life can be.

We passed by views of the Ibn Tulun Mosque and continued weaving through the markets at our own pace, stopping whenever something caught our attention.

Lunch Break: A Welcome Pause

By noon, we were ready for a break.

We managed to get a table at the atmospheric Khan el-Khalili Restaurant. It was honestly a relief to step out of the heat and noise into a cooler, calmer space for an hour.

We’ve also stopped at outdoor cafés in the bazaar on previous trips, which is a completely different (and equally enjoyable) experience—sitting with a mint tea and baklava, watching the world go by. Always one of my favourite Cairo memories.

Afternoon: Final Wanders & Return to Hotel

We wrapped up our walking tour near Bab el-Futuh, one of the original gates into Cairo that still stands today.

By this point, everyone was starting to feel the day—this is definitely one of the more intense parts of the itinerary, especially after the relaxing boat days.

Our driver met us here, and within about 20 minutes we were back at the hotel.

While the kids headed straight for the pool (or a nap), we took a quieter moment to catch up with a dear Egyptian friend Amr, whom I hadn’t seen in over 20 years.

That, for me, is one of the real joys of travel—not just seeing new places, but reconnecting with people along the way.

Why This Day Works (and When to Slow It Down)

This Cairo day is full, and it gives you a really good snapshot of the city’s history and energy.

But if you’re traveling with grandkids or teens, this is also the day to stay flexible.

If needed, shorten the walking sections, take more breaks, or even split this into two days.

For us, the mix of guided structure and the hotel pool at the end made a long last day manageable and memorable for all the right reasons.

So, Is Egypt With Kids Worth It?

Absolutely.

This trip exceeded all of our expectations—not just for the sights, but for the experience we shared as a family.

Our grandkids came away talking about the pyramids, the Nile, and the temples—but also how different life is from home.  

For us, it was incredibly rewarding to travel with them in a place so rich in history and culture.

Egypt isn’t the easiest destination on paper—but with the right planning, pace, and support, it’s far more manageable than you might think.

What Would We Do Differently?

• Avoid very early flights where possible
  One of ours was at 5am, which meant a 2am wake-up. None of us enjoyed that reality!
• Pace temple visits carefully
  Even the most interested teens can hit “temple fatigue.” Breaking up sightseeing with downtime, snacks, or lighter activities really helped.
• Add a beach extension if you can
  We were limited by school schedules on this trip. But on a previous visit we spent 3 days in Hurghada to unwind after a busy itinerary.

FAQs

Ready to Plan Your Trip?

If this 10-day Egypt itinerary has you thinking “we could actually do this”—you’re probably right.

To help you get started, here are the resources we used—and what we’d recommend based on our experience:

• Start with our Egypt Planning Checklist
  This covers everything we’ve learned from several trips here.  Think visas, entry requirements, budgets, currency, tipping, and what to expect traveling with kids or grandkids.

• Flights
  Flight times can make a big difference to your trip so book these well ahead to lock in the best schedule.
  ➡️ Check Expedia Deals To Cairo

• Book Comfortable, Well-Located Hotels
  Where you stay—especially in Cairo—really impacts your experience. We chose hotels that made logistics easy and gave us space to relax between busy days.

• Don’t Skip Travel Insurance
  For a trip like this, with multiple flights and moving parts, good travel insurance is essential—especially when traveling with family.
  ➡️ Visitors Coverage is our go to travel insurance site.

• Consider a Guided Tour for Logistics
  This is one trip where having a local company handle transfers, guides, and timing made everything run smoothly. Using Golden Tours Egypt removed the stress and let us focus on enjoying the experience with our grandkids.

Final Reflections 

This isn’t just another bucket-list trip.

Traveling to Egypt with our grandkids gave us shared experiences we’ll all remember for years. This adventure showed us that even a destination that feels “complicated” can turn into an incredibly rewarding family adventure.

If you’re looking for other destinations that are amazing for a multi-generational trip, why not look at Sri Lanka, full of contrasts and family friendly.