Three Days in Cairo: Pyramids to Old Quarters
Spend three days in Cairo visiting the Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum, Coptic churches and Khan el-Khalili with a private guide.
Egypt Tour Packages
Cairo, Upper Nile Valley & Abu Simbel Archaeology
Visit Cairo's pyramid sites, cruise the Nile from Luxor to Aswan and take an overland excursion to the temples of Abu Simbel.
10 days · 9 nightsCairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu SimbelPrivate planningFrom USD 1750
A closer look.
Explore Giza, Saqqara, Dahshur and Cairo's museums before flying to Luxor for your Nile cruise.
Visit Edfu and Kom Ombo en route to Aswan, then travel by road to Abu Simbel. Your quotation confirms the vessel, flights, hotels and sightseeing arrangements.
- Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx
- Saqqara Step Pyramid and Dahshur
- Nile river sailing from Luxor to Aswan
- Rock-hewn temples of Abu Simbel
A glimpse of the journey.
Destination photographs for inspiration. Select a photo to view it full size in a new tab. Photo credits and image changes.
Your itinerary.
A proposed sequence to discuss, with availability and practical arrangements confirmed before booking.
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Day 1 · Arrival
Land in Cairo where your airport coordinator welcomes you and arranges private vehicle transfer to your hotel for check-in and an evening at leisure.
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Day 2 · Cairo – Great Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, Memphis & Dahshur
Explore the Giza Plateau alongside your guide, examine antiquities in central Cairo museums, and drive south to inspect the ancient capital of Memphis and Dahshur.
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Day 3 · Memphis, Saqqara & Khan El Khalili
Tour the Step Pyramid complex of Djoser at Saqqara before returning into the bustling center to walk the vibrant artisan lanes of Khan el-Khalili.
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Day 4 · Luxor East Bank
Fly south to Luxor, embark on your river vessel, and walk through the vast Hypostyle Hall of Karnak before viewing Luxor Temple illuminated in town.
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Day 5 · Luxor West Bank
Descend into painted pharaonic tombs across the Valley of the Kings, view Hatshepsut's cliffside temple at Deir el-Bahari, and admire the Colossi of Memnon before sailing south through the river locks.
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Day 6 · Edfu Temple & Sailing to Kom Ombo
Visit Horus's sandstone temple at Edfu by horse carriage, then cruise along picturesque palm-fringed riverbanks toward the twin riverside sanctuary at Kom Ombo.
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Day 7 · Kom Ombo & Aswan Tour
Explore Kom Ombo's temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris, then sail into Aswan to tour the High Dam, Philae Island, and ancient granite quarries.
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Day 8 · Abu Simbel Tour
Travel south across the Nubian desert to stand before the colossal rock facades of Abu Simbel, returning to Aswan for a domestic flight to Cairo.
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Day 9 · Free Day in Cairo (optional Alexandria)
Spend a restful day in Cairo exploring personal interests at your own pace, or arrange an optional excursion northward to the Mediterranean port of Alexandria.
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Day 10 · Departure
Check out of your hotel and meet your private driver for the comfortable transfer to Cairo airport in good time for your flight home.
Included in the proposal.
- Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel pickup point and back
- Private guiding or excursion coordination in the language confirmed in your quotation
- Planning and coordination for the route in your confirmed itinerary
- Domestic flights or train journeys listed as included in your quotation
- Overnight hotel or cruise accommodation for 9 nights only when the specific properties and meal basis are confirmed in your quotation
Not included unless quoted.
- International airfares, Egyptian entry visas, and travel insurance
- Entrance fees, pyramid-interior tickets, special tomb tickets (including Tutankhamun's tomb) and optional activities, unless listed as included in your quotation
- Domestic flights, train tickets and overnight hotel stays, unless listed as included in your quotation
- Meals, drinks, personal purchases and optional equipment hire, unless listed as included
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, and crew
The practical details.
Package Pricing per Person (USD)
Double / Twin Occupancy: $1750 per person | Single Room / Cabin: $2538 | Triple Room: $1663 per person. Children (under 12 sharing with adults) receive a 50% discount. Rates include scheduled accommodation, domestic guiding, and transfers as detailed in the proposal.
Walking, steps and sun protection
Expect steps, uneven ground and time in the sun at archaeological sites and desert stops. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and bring water and sun protection. Tell us about any walking or access needs before the route is confirmed.
Museum and monument admission specifics
This itinerary includes the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Confirm admission for both in your quotation. Special tombs and pyramid interiors may need separate tickets and advance arrangements.
Photos and confirmed arrangements
Photos illustrate the destinations on this route. Your quotation confirms the transport, accommodation and tickets included in your booking; a photograph does not identify a particular vehicle, hotel room or cruise ship.
The written quotation takes precedence over this suggested programme. Check the final services, guiding arrangements and any optional costs before confirming.
Good to know.
How is package pricing calculated?
Rates start from $1750 per person based on double occupancy. Single room/cabin supplements ($2538) and triple room savings ($1663 per person) apply. Final quotes reflect verified hotel and vessel availability.
Are monument entrance tickets and meals included automatically?
Check your quotation for the entrance tickets, boat crossings, meals and transport included in the price. The itinerary shows the proposed visits; any extra tickets or services are confirmed separately before booking.
Which Cairo museum or monument selection does this itinerary follow?
The itinerary names the planned museum visits: Grand Egyptian Museum, Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. If you would prefer a different museum or more time at a collection, discuss the change before your quotation is confirmed.
Can pickup times and pacing be adjusted for our group?
Yes. We can discuss pickup times, breaks and time at each stop when planning your private ground arrangements. Changes need to fit your hotel location, any flight or ship schedule and the time available for the visits.
Where will we be picked up?
The airport, station, or hotel pickup point stated in your confirmed itinerary. Your exact meeting details are agreed before travel.
How is my booking confirmed?
Send an enquiry first. We review availability and provide a written quotation with the itinerary, services, price and booking conditions. Sending the form does not reserve a service.
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