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, Alexandria, Nile Cruise & Western Desert
Explore Cairo and Alexandria, cruise between Luxor and Aswan, then visit Bahariya Oasis and the White Desert by four-wheel drive.
12 days · 11 nightsCairo, Alexandria, the Nile & Bahariya & White DesertPrivate planningFrom USD 2150
A closer look.
Begin with Cairo's pyramids and museums and Alexandria's Mediterranean landmarks.
Fly to Upper Egypt for a Nile cruise, then travel into the Western Desert through Bahariya Oasis. The final excursion explores the White Desert's chalk formations by four-wheel drive before returning to Cairo.
- Giza Plateau and Egyptian Museum in Tahrir
- Alexandria Mediterranean Corniche and Citadel
- Nile river cruise from Luxor to Aswan
- Bahariya Oasis and White Desert safari
A glimpse of the journey.
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Your itinerary.
A proposed sequence to discuss, with availability and practical arrangements confirmed before booking.
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Day 1 · Arrival in Egypt
Arrive at Cairo International Airport where your representative assists with entry formalities and guides you to private transport heading directly to your hotel to rest.
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Day 2 · Cairo - Great Pyramids & Egyptian Museum
Spend the morning admiring the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx alongside your guide, then head to central Cairo to view ancient masterpieces inside the Egyptian Museum.
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Day 3 · Nile Cruise - Luxor East Bank
Take a domestic flight to Luxor and check into your river vessel before exploring the colossal colonnades of Karnak and the open courtyards of Luxor Temple.
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Day 4 · Nile Cruise - Luxor West Bank
Cross the river to enter rock-cut royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, visit Hatshepsut's terraced mortuary temple, and pause at the Colossi of Memnon.
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Day 5 · Nile Cruise - Edfu
Sail upstream along the scenic Nile valley to tour the Ptolemaic Temple of Horus at Edfu, admiring its intact pylon walls and sandstone reliefs.
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Day 6 · Nile Cruise - Aswan
Arrive in Aswan to inspect the massive High Dam and board a river motorboat out to Agilkia Island to visit the sanctuary of Isis at Philae.
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Day 7 · Aswan - Cairo / Open Day
Enjoy an unhurried morning along the river in Aswan before taking your scheduled domestic flight back to Cairo for a restful evening at your hotel.
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Day 8 · Alexandria Tour
Travel northward by private vehicle to Alexandria, visiting the coastal Citadel of Qaitbay, modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, St. Mark's Church, and the historic Montazah Palace gardens before returning to your hotel.
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Day 9 · Cairo - The Citadel & Old Cairo
Visit the hilltop Citadel of Salah El-Din and Muhammad Ali Mosque, then explore Coptic Cairo's historic Hanging Church, Abu Serga, and Ben Ezra Synagogue before continuing to your hotel.
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Day 10 · El Bahariya Oasis Tour
Drive southwest from the capital into the Western Desert to reach Bahariya Oasis, pausing to explore palm groves and prepare for your desert expedition.
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Day 11 · White Desert Tour
Head out in a four-wheel-drive vehicle into the White Desert National Park, marveling at surreal wind-eroded limestone sculptures before journeying back toward Cairo.
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Day 12 · Departure
Conclude your Egyptian travels with a private transfer from your accommodation to Cairo airport, scheduled to align smoothly with your international flight departure.
Included in the proposal.
- Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Cairo, Alexandria, the Nile & Bahariya & White Desert 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 11 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: $2150 per person | Single Room / Cabin: $3118 | Triple Room: $2043 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 visits the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Confirm the entrance tickets included 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 $2150 per person based on double occupancy. Single room/cabin supplements ($3118) and triple room savings ($2043 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 museum and monuments planned for your visit, including the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. If you prefer a different museum, discuss that change before the 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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