3-Day Egypt Historical Tour with Giza Pyramids and Coptic Cairo

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Enjoy the magnificent Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
• 02 Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
• 03 Spend time with King Zoser at the Step Pyramid in Sakkara
• 04 Visit Memphis, the oldest capital, and see the Colossi of Ramses II
• 05 Stroll around the iconic Egyptian Museum

Embark on an extraordinary 3-day journey through Egypt's most iconic sites. Marvel at the Great Pyramids, the enigmatic Sphinx, and the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Uncover ancient hieroglyphics at the Teti Pyramid, stroll through Memphis' open-air museum, and immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Coptic Cairo and Old Egypt.

Marvel at the Great Pyramids, the enigmatic Sphinx, and the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum.

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 No

Cities Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Memphis

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum

• Pick up from the hotel.
• Visit the Great Pyramid of Cheops and the pyramids of his successors, the Sphinx, the Valley Temple, and the panoramic viewpoint. Then, continue to the GEM (Grand Egyptian Museum).

2

Day 02

Sakkara Complex, Teti Pyramid and Memphis

• On the second day, visit the Sakkara complex, go inside the Teti Pyramid to discover the hieroglyphics, see other tombs, and visit the Imhotep Museum.
• Then, continue to the open-air museum at Memphis, the oldest capital.

3

Day 03

Egyptian Museum and Coptic Cairo

• On the third day, visit the Egyptian Museum, then continue to Coptic Cairo and Old Egypt, including the Hanging Church, the synagogue, and Abu Serga Church.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pick up from the hotel and drop-off
• Entrance fees for the mentioned sites
• Professional tour guide
• Transfers in an air-conditioned car
• All taxes

What's Not Included

• Optional tours
• Lunch
• Entry inside the pyramids
• Some tombs in Sakkara
• Tipping

What to bring

• Sun cream
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Comfortable shoes
• Some water during the visit

Know before you go

The tour includes the new Grand Egyptian Museum. I attached photos of it for you to have a look.

The outstanding pyramids are standing there, waiting for people to capture their minds. The complete Valley Temple of King Cheferen is calling you to see how well preserved it is. The genius architect Imhotep invites you to see his great complex, the Step Pyramid, and his museum, which was constructed recently. Don't miss the tombs designed with colorful scenes, and examine the hieroglyphics of the Teti Pyramid.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

At the airport or at the hotel

Tour start

Al Haram, Nazlet El-Semman, Al Haram, Giza Governorate 3512201, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.