Start with a hearty Egyptian-style breakfast; Zooba serves local favorites (foul, taameya) and is open from about 8:00am—hotel breakfast is convenient if you arrive early.
See the Great Pyramid of Khufu, enter selected tombs or the Pyramid of Khafre, and walk to the Sphinx; site hours are typically 6:00am–5:00pm so morning is best to avoid heat and crowds.
Early departure to catch a morning flight to Aswan (fastest) or take the overnight sleeper train (cheaper, book berth in advance). Flights usually depart early; trains depart overnight from Ramses Station.
Boat ride to Philae island to see the beautiful island temple complex dedicated to Isis; site hours are typically 8:00am–5:00pm and the boat ride is short and scenic.
Relax on a traditional sailboat around Elephantine Island and Kitchener's Island; sunset felucca rides typically depart in late afternoon and last 1–2 hours.
Explore the vast Karnak complex with its Hypostyle Hall and avenue of sphinxes; open generally 6:00am–5:00pm so afternoon visits are fine, but earlier is cooler.
Enter several decorated tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs; site hours usually 6:00am–5:00pm—arrive early to avoid heat and crowds and to see popular tombs like Tutankhamun's burial artifacts in the museum.
Enjoy snorkeling or glass-bottom boat trips to Giftun Island; most operators run 8:30am–3:00pm and include snorkeling gear, lunch, and hotel transfers—book a reputable operator for safety.
Transfer to Hurghada International Airport for a mid-day domestic flight back to Cairo (flights ~1 hour) or your onward connection. Flights depart throughout the day—book at least a day in advance.
Head to Cairo International Airport for your international flight or continue to next destination; ensure you allow at least 3 hours for international check-in and security.