Duration
1 Day Trip
Tour Type
Private
Transportation
Bus
Description
Explore the famous Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, then travel to the royal Saqqara necropolis to see Djoser’s Step Pyramid, the oldest ever discovered. Visit the vast Egyptian Museum, home to more than 100,000 antiquities, including mummies recovered from tombs and temples across the land. Finally, get ready to shop like you’ve never shopped before, and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of one of the world’s oldest bazaars. Explore one of the main sources of knowledge in the ancient world, “The Alexandria Library”
Why you’ll love this trip:
an ideal introduction to the regions and the great history and civilization of Egypt
Discover the most important and renowned landmarks in Cairo and Alexandria
Explore the great pyramids of Giza, The Egyptian Museum, the Old Cairo and the Alexandria
Your private, Egyptologist guide provides undivided attention and an insider’s perspective of Cairo & Alexandria.
Full Private tour. You can full customize the tour according to your full comfort and privacy
Accommodation, lunches, activities, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included
Tour is suitable for all ages and all genders
Included/Excluded
- 5* hotel in Cairo for 4 nights
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches
- Meet and greet service at airports
- Customer service assistance throughout your stay
- All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
- All sightseeing tours (100% private)
- Personal English speaking guide
- Entrance fees to listed sites in the 5 day tour of Cairo itinerary
- Bottled water during tours
- Portage when needed
- All service charges and taxes
- International airfare
- Entry visa for Egypt
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Tipping
Tour Itinerary
Upon arrival to Cairo Int. Airport, you will be met with our English-speaking representative who will help and assist you in all formalities and transfer to your hotel, overnight Cairo.
Meals included:
No meals
Breakfast at hotel. Then you will be met by our English Egyptologist tour guide to start your first day tour by visiting Pyramids of Giza "Khufu, Khafre & Menkaure", where the greatness has been embodied in three pyramids with a limestone statue of Sphinx guarding the whole area.Then proceed to one of our local restaurant to have your lunch.
After that you will proceed to the city of Sakkara, where you will be so excited by exploring The Step Pyramid of king Djoser. This pyramid has a very nice story, when king Djoser asked his chief Architect Imhotep to create something different, so that the king could be buried at. As a result the well-known Architect creates the Step pyramid, which surprised the king so much since it was considered to be a new achievement in this period.
Finally you we will drive towards Memphis, where you can visit The Open Air Museum including the marvelous monuments of king Ramses II.
After finishing your day tour, you will get back to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast at hotel. Then our English speaking guide will meet you at the hotel to accompany you to start your second day tour in Cairo. Your tour today is completely different and more excited, as the best of our monuments are awaiting you.
Start your tour with The Egyptian Museum, which is considered to be one of the most important museums in Egypt housing the Pharaonic monuments including those of the well-known king Tutankhamen. Lunch meal at one of our local restaurant.
After Lunch, you will be transferred to Old Cairo area, where you can visit Citadel of Salah El-Din, which played as a very important role in protecting Egypt, as it was considered the seat of power for more than 700 years.
Then proceed to one of the most interesting and old market in Egypt, Khan El-Khalili, which consider as one of the stunning bazaars in the Middle East.
Transfer back to your Cairo hotel room relaxing and preparing for another adventure in Egypt.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast at your hotel in Cairo. After that you will be met with our Egyptologist tour guide who will accompany you in such a stunning tour to Alexandria.
You will start your Alexandria city tour by exploring one of the main sources of knowledge in the ancient world, "The Alexandria Library". The site of which is the original site of the old Pharaoh.
Later on, you will be transferred to have your lunch meal at local restaurant.
After lunch you will proceed to visit The Roman Amphitheatre, which is considered to be one of the most famous monuments belonging the Greco-Roman period.
Continue your Alexandria city tour by visiting Pompey’s pillar, which was erected in 292 AD. At the end you’ll be transferred to visit Sultan Qaitbay Citadel (from outside) which is considered to be one of most famous sightseeing in Alexandria.
After finishing your day tour, we will drive back to Cairo. Arrive to Cairo and proceed to your hotel there for overnight.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast at the hotel our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you at the airport through final departure formalities.
Meals included:
Breakfast
5 reviews for 5 Day Cairo and Alexandria Tour
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Jessica Green –
Taking the 5 Day Cairo and Alexandria Tour was like living in an adventure story! The sights were extraordinary, from the ancient Pyramids to the grand Egyptian Museum. Alexandria’s library was a perfect blend of ancient culture and modern charm. What stood out was the personalized experience with knowledgeable guides who added context to everything. The transportation was smooth, and the hotels were top-notch, making sure we were well-rested for our next historical journey!
David Williams –
The 5 Day Cairo and Alexandria Tour is an epic journey through Egypt’s rich history! The sheer scale of the Pyramids and Sphinx left me speechless, and exploring the Egyptian Museum was like walking through time. The Step Pyramid at Saqqara was a personal highlight. Alexandria’s library and vibrant streets offered a taste of Egypt’s intellectual past, with a touch of Mediterranean charm. The luxurious accommodations and smooth transport made the whole experience unforgettable.
Alice Johnson –
What an incredible trip! The 5 Day Cairo and Alexandria Tour is the best way to experience Egypt’s grandeur. Walking through the ancient tombs, gazing at the Sphinx and the Pyramids, and then visiting the fascinating museum filled with relics from another time was awe-inspiring. Alexandria offered its own charm with its stunning library, where I learned so much about Egypt’s intellectual past. The transportation was comfortable and efficient, ensuring we could fully focus on soaking in the sights.
John Doe –
If you want to dive into ancient Egypt’s beauty, the 5 Day Cairo and Alexandria Tour is perfect! The Pyramids of Giza were absolutely breathtaking, and seeing the Sphinx was like meeting an old friend. The trip to Saqqara’s Step Pyramid was equally thrilling. I was especially amazed by the Egyptian Museum—so many artifacts, including the mummies, it felt like stepping into a movie. Alexandria’s library tour was a unique experience, with such an aura of intellectual history surrounding it.
John Smith –
The 5 Day Cairo and Alexandria Tour is an unforgettable experience! From the massive pyramids of Giza to the captivating Egyptian Museum, every moment was full of history and adventure. Alexandria’s Library is a gem, and wandering through the ancient streets was like stepping back in time. The guides were knowledgeable and made everything come alive, making it feel like more than just a tour, but an immersion into Egypt’s rich culture. Absolutely loved exploring both cities and can’t wait to share my experience!