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Discover Cairo: Private 3-Day Cairo Tour Package
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Experience the best of Cairo on a comprehensive 3-day private tour covering Egypt’s most iconic monuments, museums, and historic districts. Visit the legendary Giza Pyramid Complex, explore the incredible collections at the Grand Egyptian Museum, discover the ancient pyramids of Saqqara, and wander through the historic streets of Khan el-Khalili. With a private Egyptologist guide and comfortable transportation, this tour offers an in-depth exploration of Cairo’s ancient wonders, Islamic landmarks, and vibrant local culture.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Visit the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx
- Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum
- Discover Saqqara Step Pyramid and Memphis
- Visit the Citadel of Saladin and Mosque of Muhammad Ali
- Explore Coptic Cairo churches
- Shop at the historic Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Cairo
Day 01 - Welcome to Egypt! At the arranged pickup time, your tour guide will meet you and transfer you to begin your day tour.
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Cairo
Sightseeing at Giza pyramid complex. Day 01 - Pyramids of Giza: Start your day tour by visiting Egypt's most important attraction. You will spend two hours at the Pyramids of Giza, with three key stops: first, at the Great Pyramid of King Khufu (the only remaining wonder of the ancient world); next, for a panoramic view of the three pyramids; and finally, at the Valley Temple and the Great Sphinx.
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Cairo
Archaeological Exploration at Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization. Admire thousands of ancient artifacts, including the spectacular treasures of King Tutankhamun.
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Cairo
Day 01 - Accommodation: Night in a hotel
Day 2
Cairo
Day 02 - Cairo to Alexandria: On the second day, your tour guide will meet you in the lobby at 7:00 AM to transfer you to Alexandria. The journey to Alexandria takes approximately 2.5 hours.
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Cairo
Archaeological Exploration at Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa. Day 02 - Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa: You will explore the blend of Greek, Roman, and ancient Egyptian art at the Catacombs, which consist of three floors. During your visit, you'll see the main tomb, which still displays intricate carvings and symbols from Roman, Greek, and Egyptian art.
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Alexandria
Sightseeing at Pompey's Pillar (column). Day 02 - Pompey's Pillar: You will visit Pompey’s Pillar, a 25-meter red granite column from the 3rd century, which is the last remaining relic of the Serapeum Temple. Constructed in honor of Emperor Diocletian, it was once a magnificent structure that rivaled the Soma and the Caesareum.
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Cairo
Archaeological Exploration at Citadel Of Qaitbay. Day 02 - Citadel of Qaitbay: After the 11th-century earthquake, the Lighthouse of Alexandria was destroyed. In its place, Sultan Qaitbay built the Alexandria Fort to protect northern Egypt. During your tour of the Qaitbay Citadel, your guide will provide insights into the military monuments and the history of the Lighthouse of Alexandria.
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Cairo
Day 02 - Accommodation: Night in a hotel
Day 3
Cairo
Local Flavor at Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga). Day 03 - Abu Sergia: Three significant churches are located in the oldest part of Cairo. One of these is the Abu Sergia Church, where, according to tradition, the Holy Family lived for two months and two weeks when Jesus Christ was two years old. You will have the opportunity to visit the cave where they stayed over 2,000 years ago. You will also visit the Hanging Church, named for its location above one of the towers of the Babylon Fortress. Additionally, you will explore the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
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Cairo
Local Flavor at The Saladin Citadel Of Cairo. Day 03 - Saladin citadel: The Saladin Citadel is the largest citadel in the world, situated in the highest part of eastern Cairo. It was built to protect Cairo from both the east and south and served as Egypt's governance center for 800 years. Within the citadel, you will find several mosques, with the most notable being the Alabaster Mosque. During your visit, you will have the opportunity to admire Islamic art and enjoy panoramic views of Cairo from the top.
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Cairo
Local Flavor at Khan el-Khalili. Day 03 - Khan Al-Khalili: You will enjoy a stroll through the oldest Islamic street, where you'll encounter many ancient Islamic monuments, including mosques, schools, water providers, and hospitals. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to experience traditional Egyptian bargaining as you shop for souvenirs.
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Day 03 - We hope you enjoyed your trip with us! We'll drop you off at your hotel, and our services will be finished.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Qualified Egyptologist Private guide Hotel pickup and drop-off Private tour Private vehicle Entrance fees to the mentioned sights
Not Included
Tips and gratuity Entrance fees to inside Pyramids Entrance fees to the Royal Hall of Mommies
What to Bring
Camera Sunglasses Sunscreen & Hat Bag for Essentials Comfortable clothing and footwear Passport or ID
Restrictions
Not suitable for pets No public transportation nearby Infants must not sit on laps Infant seats unavailable
Meeting & Pickup
Our representative will be waiting for you at the designated meeting point or cruise and will be holding a sign displaying your name for easy identification.
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 2 Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic
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