3-Day Egypt Highlights Tour of Cairo, Giza and Alexandria

3 Days Hotel Pickup - Cairo or Giza to Hotel drop-off - Cairo or Giza Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Great Sphinx, two of the world's most iconic ancient wonders
02 Explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara, the world's oldest stone monument
03 Visit Memphis, ancient Egypt's first capital, home to the Colossus of Ramesses II
04 Discover thousands of treasures at the Egyptian Museum, including artifacts from Tutankhamun's tomb
05 Wander through Old Cairo's Coptic quarter and its historic churches
06 Take in sweeping city views from the Citadel of Saladin and Mohamed Ali Mosque
07 Shop and soak in local culture at the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar
08 Enjoy Alexandria's coastal landmarks, from the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina

Discover the very best of Egypt's capital and its Mediterranean coast on this immersive three-day journey through ancient wonders and timeless charm. Explore the Giza Pyramids Complex, the Great Sphinx, Saqqara's Step Pyramid of Djoser, and Memphis, ancient Egypt's first capital. Continue through Cairo's historic layers at the Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo's Coptic quarter, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Citadel of Saladin, Mohamed Ali Mosque, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Complete the journey in Alexandria with the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, the seaside Citadel of Qaitbay, and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Alexandria, Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Memphis

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, and Memphis Discovery

08:30 Pickup from your hotel in Cairo/Giza.

09:00 Arrive at the Giza Pyramids Complex and explore the Great Pyramid, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaure, and the Great Sphinx.

An optional camel ride around the pyramids plateau is available.

11:30 Depart for Saqqara.

12:00 Explore Saqqara and visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world's oldest stone monument.

13:15 Depart for Memphis.

13:45 Visit the Memphis open-air museum to see the Colossus of Ramesses II and the Alabaster Sphinx.

An optional lunch at a local restaurant is available.

15:00 Return drive to your Cairo/Giza hotel.

Day 02

Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, and Khan El Khalili

09:00 Pickup from your hotel.

09:15 Visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square and explore ancient artifacts, including treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb.

11:00 Depart for Old Cairo (Coptic Cairo).

11:30 Visit the Hanging Church and the Church of St. Sergius.

12:15 Explore the Ben Ezra Synagogue.

An optional lunch at a local restaurant is available.

13:30 Depart for Islamic Cairo.

14:00 Visit the Citadel of Saladin and Mohamed Ali Mosque.

15:00 Explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar for shopping and local culture.

16:30 Return drive to your hotel.

Day 03

Alexandria Catacombs, Qaitbay, and Bibliotheca

07:00 Early pickup from your hotel in Cairo.

09:30 Arrive in Alexandria and begin with the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.

10:30 Visit Pompey's Pillar.

11:15 Explore the Citadel of Qaitbay, overlooking the Mediterranean coastline.

An optional lunch at a local seafood restaurant on the Corniche is available.

13:00 Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Library of Alexandria).

14:15 Drive along the Corniche, with stops for photos of the waterfront.

16:00 Depart for Cairo.

18:30 Drop-off at your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Hotel Pickup - Cairo or Giza to Hotel drop-off - Cairo or Giza 5 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off for all three days
Private air-conditioned transportation
Professional licensed tour guide
Bottled water during the tour

What's Not Included

Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
Lunch and beverages
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Optional activities (camel ride)

What to bring

Comfortable walking shoes
Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses
A scarf or shawl for visiting mosques and churches
Bottled water
Camera or phone for photos
Cash for optional activities (camel ride), tipping, and personal expenses

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes and modest clothing, especially for mosque and church visits.
Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses, as most of day one is outdoors in the sun.
The camel ride is optional and paid directly on site.
Museum photography rules vary; some areas may require an extra ticket for cameras.
Fridays may affect visiting hours at religious sites due to prayer times.
Modest clothing, including covered shoulders and knees, and a scarf for women, is recommended when visiting mosques and churches.

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