Egypt · Monuments

12-Hour Cairo and Giza Tour from Alexandria with Old Cairo

12 Hours Round trip from Alexandria Port Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus on the Giza Plateau
  • 02 Explore the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple
  • 03 Discover Pharaonic artefacts and Tutankhamen's treasures at the Egyptian Museum
  • 04 Visit Old Cairo's Hanging Church, Mary Gerges Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue
  • 05 Explore the historic Khan El Khalili market

Visit Giza's iconic Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, along with the Great Sphinx, on this 12-hour tour from Alexandria. Discover remarkable artefacts from the Pharaonic period at the Egyptian Museum, including treasures linked to Tutankhamen. Continue to Old Cairo to explore its historic religious landmarks before browsing the vibrant Khan El Khalili market.

Explore the Sphinx, with the head of a pharaoh and the body of a lion, dating back to the reign of King Chephren.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Alexandria, Cairo, Giza
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Cairo and Giza Highlights from Alexandria Port

  • Meet the Egypt Travel representative at Alexandria Port.

  • Enjoy a private shore excursion from Alexandria to Cairo, approximately 3 hours by air-conditioned vehicle, with one stop along the way in case you need a rest.

  • Head to Giza to visit the exquisite Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus.

  • Explore the Sphinx, with the head of a pharaoh and the body of a lion, dating back to the reign of King Chephren.

  • Visit the Valley Temple.

  • Proceed for lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo.

  • Continue to the Egyptian Museum, which houses artefacts from the Pharaonic period.

  • Discover a rare art collection that is over 5,000 years old. It is considered the largest and most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. More than 250,000 genuine artefacts are presented here, including an exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamen's treasure, which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years until it was discovered in the 1920s.

  • Visit Old Cairo and discover the Hanging Church, Mary Gerges Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue.

  • Explore the old market of Khan El Khalili.

  • Return to your cruise at Alexandria Port.

Giza Plateau, Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Egyptian Museum

Where this trip takes you

Giza Plateau, Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Egyptian Museum

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Alexandria Port 3 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up services from Alexandria Port and return

  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle

  • Private English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide

  • Entrance fees

  • Lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo

  • Bottled water

  • All taxes and service charges

What's Not Included

  • Any extras

  • Personal expenses

  • Tipping

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Alexandria - Port Saeed, Al Manakh, Egypt
Tour start
Alexandria Port, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Alexandria Port.

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