5 Days in Cairo Itinerary

5 Days in Cairo Itinerary – Explore Egypt Best in Just 5 Days!
Duration

1 Day Trip

Tour Type

Private

Transportation

Bus

Description

5 Days in Cairo Itinerary – Explore Egypt’s Best in Just 5 Days! Planning a short but memorable trip to Egypt? Our 5 Days in Cairo is the perfect way to experience the highlights of Cairo with a private guided tour. Whether you’re exploring ancient pyramids, vibrant bazaars, or stunning museums, we’ll help you make the most of your time in Egypt’s capital.

Why You’ll Love This 5 Days in Cairo Itinerary

  • Private Guided Tours – Enjoy personalized attention from expert guides.
  • Flexible Booking – Already booked your hotel? No problem! Our tour package can be customized without accommodation.
  • Egypt’s Top Attractions – Visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and more in just 5 days.

Essential Packing List

Before your trip, remember to bring:

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months
  • A hat and sunglasses for sun protection
  • Comfortable walking shoes

Included in 5 Days in Cairo Itinerary

  • All your transportation during the tour with a private A.C car
  • Lunch during all the tours
  • An escorted knowledgeable tour guide all over the tour.
  • Entrance fees to all the sites mentioned
  • ​​​​​4 nights at a hotel in Cairo bed and breakfast basis.

Excluded 5 Days in Cairo Itinerary

  • International Airfare.
  • Egypt entry visa.
  • Tipping
  • Optional Tours

Pricing & Children Policy

Prices are in USD per person (except during Christmas, New Year & Easter).

  • 0 – 1.99 years: Free
  • 2 – 5.99 years: 25% of the tour price
  • 6 – 11.99 years: 50% of the tour price
  • 12+ years: Full adult price

Note: Child rates apply only when sharing a room with parents (max 2 children per room).

Book Your Cairo Itinerary Today!

Don’t miss the chance to explore Cairo’s wonders in just 5 days. Our expertly planned 5 Days in Cairo Itinerary ensures a hassle-free, unforgettable adventure. Contact us now to customize your dream Egypt trip!

Why choose this tour?

 Because it’s the perfect blend of history, culture, and convenience—all tailored to fit your schedule. Let’s make your Egyptian getaway unforgettable!

Tour Plan

Day 1 Arrival in Cairo

Representative will meet & assist you at Cairo International Airport, Transfer to the hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle

Free evening

Depends on your arrival. If you have an early flight to Cairo you can contact us to make a tour suggestion

No Meals

Overnight in a hotel in Cairo

Day 2 Giza Pyramids and Cairo museum

You will be picked up from your hotel in Cairo by our tour guide to enjoy a great excursion to The Pyramids of Giza ( Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. )Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx and visit the Valley Temple.

Lunch will be served during the Pyramids at the local restaurant in Giza

Then visit the Egyptian Museum

The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Tahir

It exhibits a rare collection of over 250,000 genuine artefacts that date as far back as 5000 years, including an exclusive exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamen - A collection of treasures, gold, and jewellery that were buried in his tomb for over 3,500 years before they were discovered in 1920 when his tomb was excavated.

If you wish to visit the mummy's royal hall, where you will have the feeling of strolling down the Valley of the Kings where most of these mummies were originally resting then ask your tour guide to take you to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. It will cost 50 $ Extra per person.

The New Grand Museum is not officially open yet. It will be opened officially by the end of 2023. but if you wish to visit it we offer limited tours to test site readiness and the visitor experience ahead of the official opening. Access is currently limited to the Grand Hall, commercial area, and exterior gardens. All other interior paces, including access to the galleries and collections, are restricted until the official opening.

Optional trip to the sound and the light show at Giza Pyramids and it costs 40 $ Per person

With the Sound Light Show at the Giza pyramids, the pharaonic history is being re-told by the sphinx, unravelling the ancient secrets and mysterious tales. The Sound and Light show at the pyramids narrates the history of those great kings; Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure.

Overnight in the Hotel Cairo

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3 Alexandria

After breakfast, you will transfer to Alexandria to start your trip in Alexandria with visiting

The Catacombs Kom el Shoqafa :

Archaeologists believe that the catacomb of Kom el Shoqafa was started in the 2nd century A.D. and was used to intern the dead for the next 200 years. this was a period in the history of the city of Alexandria when there was a great mixture of different cultures. Of course, there was the ancient history of the great Egyptian kingdoms which went back thousands of years

Pompey Pillar:

Has nothing to do with Pompey. The story behind the name refers to the possible burial ground of the Roman general when he fled to Egypt and was assassinated after losing a major battle in Greece against Caesar. The red granite column was probably built to honour Emperor Diocletian. Today it stands 25 meters high and is the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria

The Citadel of Sultan Qeitbay:

The Citadel was built in the 15th Century by the Mamlouk Sultan Qeitbay, To Guard the city against the threat of Crusaders, This wonderful Islamic Monument was built by the use of the ruins of the old Lighthouse that was constructed by Ptolemy 11 in the 3rd Century A.c. The Lighthouse was damaged during an Earthquake that Occurred in Egypt in 1303 A.c during the reign of the Mamlouk King Qeitbay

Lunch in Alexandria in an Egyptian Restaurant

The new Library of Alexandria :

The Library of Alexandria was reborn in October 2002 to reclaim the mantle of its ancient namesake. It is not just an extraordinarily beautiful building; it is also a vast complex where the arts, history, philosophy, and science come together. Moreover, the myriad activities it offers have made it a place for open discussion, dialogue, and understanding.

Back to Cairo and Overnight in the hotel in Cairo

Day 4 Old Cairo

Pick Up time from your hotel in Giza at 08:00 am with your Egyptologist tour guide, Enjoy a fantastic orientation tour of Cairo on an 8-hour excursion that takes in the major monuments of Old Cairo and the maze of streets and stalls of the historic Khan El Khalili Bazaar.,

Saladin Citadel :

you will drive up to the Saladin Citadel , constructed by Salah al-Din on the Moqattam Hills in 1183 AD as a defence against Crusader armies. Known for its fresh air and sweeping views of Cairo, it is now a preserved historic site of mosques and museums, including the Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha

Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha :

Designed by the Turkish architect Yousif Boushnaq, who came to Cairo especially from Istanbul to build the great building, the mosque's alabaster structure stands in beautiful contrast to the sandstone city.

Lunch will be served in a local restaurant in Old Cairo

Coptic Cairo :

Then, visit Old Cairo to see major attractions such as the Hanging Church, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Church of St. Barbara, and the Church of Abu Serga, one of the oldest Coptic churches in Cairo

Khan el-Khalili Bazaar:

Continue to the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest bazaars in the Middle East. Discover a maze of alleys that have been at the centre of Cairo’s trading activities since the 14th century. ,

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Overnight in the Hotel in Cairo

Day 5 International departure

After this amazing trip, our representative will transfer you the the Airport for the final departure. If you wish to extend your stay in Cairo, please contact us.

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