Embark on a 3-day private guided tour in Cairo to explore top attractions, savor local cuisine, and enjoy convenient airport transfers. Discover the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and more while learning about ancient Egypt’s fascinating history.
Arrival Transfer, Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara and Dahshur
Cairo International Airport Road - We will start our 3 day package by picking you up at Cairo airport (please, provide your flt details; flt number, airline and arrival time). Our English speaking driver will be waiting for you outside the arrival hall at Cairo airport, holding a sign with your name to transfer you to your hotel in Cairo.
Pyramids of Giza - This morning, your private guide will pick you up for a full day tour of the pyramids at Giza, Saqqara and Dahshur Pyramids. Start by visiting the Giza Plateau to explore the world famous pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, Mycrenos and Sphinx; these structures that have stood tall for 4500 years.
Great Sphinx - Discover the beauty of the Sphinx, one of the largest monolith statues in the history of mankind, enjoy the views and take remarkable pictures. You’ll find your local Egyptology guide a wealth of knowledge and full of enthusiasm about Egyptian history, and their country in general. At the end of the day, drive back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza
Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids - After this great tour, you will have the chance to go to a papyrus institute to see how the Egyptians produced this genuine artwork thousands of years ago. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant.
Proceed to Saqqara, located only 27 km southwest away from Cairo. Visit the Step Pyramid (Built for King Zoser), the world’s oldest major stone structure, in Saqqara, it is considered an important part of the pyramid evolution, which were made from the simple mastaba to its widely known form. This pyramid was built during the reign of the Third Dynasty of Ancient Egypt 4,800 years ago. Also visit the Tombs of the Nobles in Saqqara and learn more about the daily life of ancient Egyptian noblemen.
Pyramids of Dahshour - You will continue to explore and then transfer to the south and visit the Red Pyramid and Bent pyramid at Dahshur. This is a famous royal necropolis in Egypt located in the desert on the West Bank of the Nile approximately 40 kilometres (25 mi) south of Cairo. It is known chiefly for many famous pyramids two of which are among the oldest, largest and best preserved in Egypt, built from 2613–2589 BC; the red and bent Pyramids of King Snefru.
Finally, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
Egyptian Museum, Cairo Citadel and Khan Al Khalili
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities - Pick up at 8 am, then drive towards the Egyptian Museum of antiquities, home to the fantastic Tutankhamun exhibit, see his golden mask and many of the New Kingdom royal mummies, lose yourself in the many rooms and galleries full of thousands of artifacts
Cairo Citadel - Continue to the Citadel of Salah El Din, built on famous hill Al Moqattam in Cairo, that was constructed for military purposes, for protecting Cairo from incoming threats. Since then, it became a residence of the king of Egypt for many centuries. On this tour, you will visit the beautiful Mohamed Ali known as Alabaster Mosque. Political event called “Massacre of the Citadel” happened in the Citadel in 1811, where Mohamed Ali, the ruler of Egypt (1805-1849) murdered Mameluke leaders in Qaser El Gawhara palace, and it’s not currently opened for visits. Then, lunch at a local restaurant.
Khan Al-Khalili - Cairo’s Khan al-Khalili Bazaar is a major souq in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt. The bazaar district is one of Cairo’s main attractions for tourists and Egyptians alike. It is an essential Egyptian experience – lose yourself in the colors and aromas of this fascinating marketplace.
Coptic Cairo and Islamic Cairo, Departure Transfer
Coptic Cairo - Start with morning pick-up at 9:00 am, exploring some of the most famous churches in Cairo. Travel to the Hanging Church and the Church of St. George the Martyr. Both these churches were built into the walls of the Babylon Fortress and their remains could be Cairo’s oldest structures. Visit the Church of St Sergius next before driving back to your hotel.
Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As - The Mosque of Amr ibn al-As, also called the Mosque of Amr, was originally built in 641–642 AD, as the center of the newly founded capital of Egypt, Fustat. The original structure was the first mosque ever built in Egypt and the whole of Africa. Enjoy your lunch meal.
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan - The Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan is a monumental mosque and madrassa located in the historic district of Cairo, Egypt. It was built between 1356 and 1363 during the Bahri Mamluk period, commissioned by Sultan an-Nasir Hassan
Al Rifai Mosque - Al-Rifai Mosque is located in Midan al-Qal’a, adjacent to the Cairo Citadel. It is the Khedival Mausoleum of the Royal Family of Muhammad Ali Pasha.
Finally, we will drop you off at Cairo Airport.
- Complimentary airport pickup and drop-off in air-conditioned vehicle.
- Three days of guided tours in Cairo, including the Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, the Egyptian Museum, and more.
- Expert English-speaking tour guide.
- Lunch provided.
- Hotels accommodations.
- Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing
- Tipping to the guide and drivers
- Water or beverages during the lunchtime
- Pick up and drop off at or near Cairo airport, 6 October, Nasr City or Tagamoe: 15USD per person
Cover all the best that Cairo has to offer on this 3-day private guided tour package with a qualified tour guide and free pickup and drop off at Cairo international airport. Visit all of the city’s top attractions such as the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, the Khan Khalili Bazaar, as well as the ancient cities of Saqqara, and Dahshour. Learn about the rich and vibrant history of ancient Egypt from your private guide and enjoy a delicious lunch everyday at a local restaurant.
- You will need to pay the entrance fees to the sightseeing by card.
- Other languages are available with extra charge upon your request
- Please, provide us with your flight arrival and departure dates and details (flight number, airline and arrival or departure time).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.