Egypt · Archaeology

3-Day Egypt Tour of Memphis, Alexandria and Cairo with Giza

3 Days Round trip from Mit Rahinah Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Memphis, the first capital of ancient Egypt
  • 02 Walk beneath the shadow of the Great Pyramid of Cheops at Giza
  • 03 Visit the 15th-century Qaitbay Citadel and the Roman Theatre in Alexandria
  • 04 Stroll through the oldest streets of Old Islamic and Coptic Cairo

Visit some of Egypt's most important historical sites on this 3-day tour through Memphis, Sakkara, Giza, Alexandria, and Cairo. Explore the ancient capital of Memphis, the Necropolis of Sakkara and its Step Pyramid, the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, the 15th-century Qaitbay Citadel, the Roman Theatre, and the Old Islamic and Coptic Cairo areas. Marvel at remarkable architecture while learning about the history and culture of these iconic places.

Visit the Hanging Church, which is named for its location above a gatehouse of Babylon Fortress.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Alexandria, Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Memphis
Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Memphis, Sakkara and the Giza Pyramids

  • Meet your qualified Egyptologist tour guide at your hotel and get picked up at 8:00 am in an air-conditioned van to begin your tour with a visit to Memphis, the first capital of ancient Egypt. Also visit the museum.

  • Explore the Necropolis of Sakkara and visit the Step Pyramid, the first pyramid in Egypt.

  • Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before visiting the Pyramids of Giza, where you can walk under the shadow of the Great Pyramid of Cheops.

  • Stop by the famous Giza Pyramids for panoramic views.

  • After that, visit the Sphinx, the greatest statue in Egypt, as well as the Valley Temple.

  • Go shopping, then proceed back to your hotel.

2
Day 02

Alexandria Day Tour

  • Enjoy an early morning breakfast and begin your tour to Alexandria.

  • Visit the Roman Theatre, the Bombay Pillar, and the Qaitbay Citadel.

  • Walk around the Alexandria Library and have lunch.

  • Head back to your hotel in Cairo.

3
Day 03

Old Islamic and Coptic Cairo

  • Enjoy an amazing day trip to Old Islamic and Coptic Cairo, where you will walk through the oldest streets among ancient Islamic and Coptic monuments.

  • Visit the Hanging Church, which is named for its location above a gatehouse of Babylon Fortress.

  • Discover the Coptic Museum, home to the largest collection of Egyptian Christian artifacts in the world.

  • Proceed to the Ben Ezra Synagogue, where a genizah, or storeroom, was found in the 19th century and used to contain the treasure of abandoned Hebrew writings.

  • Explore the Citadel of Saladin, a historic fortification in Cairo.

  • Have lunch followed by a walk through Khan El Khalili Street. Learn how Khan el-Khalili, a market in Egypt, is said to have been responsible for the founding of the United States. This is an experience you will find unforgettable!

  • Return to your hotel.

Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Pyramid of Djoser, Bibliotheca Alexandrina

Where this trip takes you

Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Pyramid of Djoser, Bibliotheca Alexandrina

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Mit Rahinah 5 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the program

  • National Park fees

  • Local taxes

  • Lunch for 3 days

  • Qualified Egyptologist English-speaking guide

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Private tour

  • Round-trip private transfer

  • Transport by private vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees to sites not mentioned in the program

  • Gratuities (recommended)

  • Drinks

  • Accommodation

Know before you go

  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.

  • A small amount of walking is involved.

  • The dress code is smart casual.

  • A vegetarian option is available; please advise at the time of booking if required.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Memphis, Mit Rahinah, Al Badrashin, Giza Governorate, Egypt
Tour start
Mit Rahinah, Al Badrashin, Giza Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Mit Rahinah.

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