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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.

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The Giza pyramid complex
The Giza pyramid complex, a landmark on the proposed route. Photo: Harby6020. License: CC BY-SA 4.0.
3 daysCairoPrivate planningFrom USD 390

A closer look.

Explore Cairo's ancient monuments and historic neighbourhoods over three days.

The route combines Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum with Coptic Cairo and Khan el-Khalili. Private transport connects the visits, with the final schedule planned around your arrival and departure.

Available in three, four, five, or six-day schedules with choices between the Grand Egyptian Museum and the classic Tahrir museum.

  • Giza Pyramids plateau and Great Sphinx
  • Grand Egyptian Museum galleries and Grand Staircase
  • Historic Coptic Cairo churches
  • Khan el-Khalili bazaar and medieval streets

Your itinerary.

A proposed sequence to discuss, with availability and practical arrangements confirmed before booking.

01

Day 1 · Arrive and settle into Cairo

Arrive at Cairo airport where your driver meets you for private transport to your hotel, leaving the remainder of the day free to unwind.

02

Day 2 · Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum

Tour the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx with your Egyptologist guide, pausing for lunch before exploring the Grand Egyptian Museum's monumental halls and galleries.

03

Day 3 · Historic Cairo and your onward journey

Walk through the historic churches of Coptic Cairo and the bustling alleys of Khan el-Khalili bazaar before your private transfer to Cairo airport.

Other ways to take this journey.

Compare the routes below and include your preferred option in your enquiry. Each option has its own programme; the itinerary above remains the main route.

3-day itinerary3 days · 2 nights
01

Day 1 · Arrival - Egyptian Museum & Historic Cairo

Your driver takes you to the airport for the domestic flight listed in your itinerary. A local representative meets you on arrival. Visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square with your guide to explore ancient statues, burial objects and other highlights of the collection. Ascend to the Citadel of Salah El-Din on the Mokattam hills to visit the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and take in wide views across historic Cairo. Walk through the historic lanes of Old Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa), the church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga), the Ben Ezra Synagogue area. After the visits, transfer to your accommodation or onward connection as arranged in your quotation.

02

Day 2 · Giza Pyramids, Sakkara & Memphis

Explore the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure with your Egyptologist guide, with stops for views across the Giza Plateau. Continue to the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. Entry inside a pyramid requires a separate ticket and advance confirmation. Visit Djoser's Step Pyramid complex at Saqqara, including its colonnaded entrance and Old Kingdom burial architecture. At the open-air museum in Memphis, see the reclining limestone statue of Ramesses II and the Alabaster Sphinx. After the visits, transfer to your accommodation or onward connection as arranged in your quotation.

03

Day 3 · Departure

Have breakfast and check out at the agreed time. Your private driver meets you at the hotel for the transfer to your departure airport or station, planned around your onward journey.

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4-day itinerary4 days · 3 nights
01

Day 1 · Welcome to Egypt

Arrive at the agreed airport or terminal point, where your local coordinator meets you and arranges a private air-conditioned transfer to your accommodation. Use the remainder of the day to check in, rest after your journey, and review the confirmed pickup timings and ticket arrangements for the upcoming sightseeing days. Any arrival visa formalities, luggage logistics, and optional evening walks or dining requests can be discussed with your planner in advance so the first night runs smoothly.

02

Day 2 · Cairo Exploration - Pyramids & Ancient Wonders

Explore the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure with your Egyptologist guide, with stops for views across the Giza Plateau. Continue to the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. Entry inside a pyramid requires a separate ticket and advance confirmation. Visit Djoser's Step Pyramid complex at Saqqara, including its colonnaded entrance and Old Kingdom burial architecture. At the open-air museum in Memphis, see the reclining limestone statue of Ramesses II and the Alabaster Sphinx. After the visits, transfer to your accommodation or onward connection as arranged in your quotation.

03

Day 3 · Cairo Highlights - Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo

Visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square with your guide to explore ancient statues, burial objects and other highlights of the collection. Ascend to the Citadel of Salah El-Din on the Mokattam hills to visit the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and take in wide views across historic Cairo. Walk through the historic lanes of Old Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa), the church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga), the Ben Ezra Synagogue area. After the visits, transfer to your accommodation or onward connection as arranged in your quotation.

04

Day 4 · Departure

Have breakfast and check out at the agreed time. Your private driver meets you at the hotel for the transfer to your departure airport or station, planned around your onward journey.

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5-day itinerary5 days · 4 nights
01

Day 1 · Welcome to Egypt

After the visits, transfer to your accommodation or onward connection as arranged in your quotation.

02

Day 2 · Cairo - Great Pyramids, Sakkara & Memphis

Explore the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure with your Egyptologist guide, with stops for views across the Giza Plateau. Continue to the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. Entry inside a pyramid requires a separate ticket and advance confirmation. Visit Djoser's Step Pyramid complex at Saqqara, including its colonnaded entrance and Old Kingdom burial architecture. At the open-air museum in Memphis, see the reclining limestone statue of Ramesses II and the Alabaster Sphinx. After the visits, transfer to your accommodation or onward connection as arranged in your quotation.

03

Day 3 · Cairo - Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo

Visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square with your guide to explore ancient statues, burial objects and other highlights of the collection. Ascend to the Citadel of Salah El-Din on the Mokattam hills to visit the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and take in wide views across historic Cairo. Walk through the historic lanes of Old Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa), the church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga), the Ben Ezra Synagogue area. After the visits, transfer to your accommodation or onward connection as arranged in your quotation.

04

Day 4 · Cairo – Open Day

Spend an unhurried day in Cairo with no fixed sightseeing obligations, allowing time to rest, enjoy the surroundings, or set your own pace. If you wish to add an optional guided visit, coastal boat outing, or neighborhood walk on this date, request it during planning so transport and any required admission tickets can be quoted separately. Keep your coordinator informed of any changes to your schedule so the following day's pickup or travel connection remains properly aligned.

05

Day 5 · Departure

Have breakfast and check out at the agreed time. Your private driver meets you at the hotel for the transfer to your departure airport or station, planned around your onward journey.

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6-day itinerary6 days · 5 nights
01

Day 1 · Welcome to Egypt

After the visits, transfer to your accommodation or onward connection as arranged in your quotation.

02

Day 2 · Cairo – Great Pyramids & Egyptian Museum

Explore the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure with your Egyptologist guide, with stops for views across the Giza Plateau. Continue to the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. Entry inside a pyramid requires a separate ticket and advance confirmation. Visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square with your guide to explore ancient statues, burial objects and other highlights of the collection. After the visits, transfer to your accommodation or onward connection as arranged in your quotation.

03

Day 3 · Cairo – Memphis & Sakkara

Visit Djoser's Step Pyramid complex at Saqqara, including its colonnaded entrance and Old Kingdom burial architecture. At the open-air museum in Memphis, see the reclining limestone statue of Ramesses II and the Alabaster Sphinx. Proceed to the quieter pyramid field at Dahshur to observe King Sneferu's Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid, illustrating the architectural transition to smooth-sided royal tombs. After the visits, transfer to your accommodation or onward connection as arranged in your quotation.

04

Day 4 · Cairo – The Citadel & Old Cairo

Ascend to the Citadel of Salah El-Din on the Mokattam hills to visit the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and take in wide views across historic Cairo. Walk through the historic lanes of Old Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa), the church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga), the Ben Ezra Synagogue area. After the visits, transfer to your accommodation or onward connection as arranged in your quotation.

05

Day 5 · Cairo - Open Day

Spend an unhurried day in Cairo with no fixed sightseeing obligations, allowing time to rest, enjoy the surroundings, or set your own pace. If you wish to add an optional guided visit, coastal boat outing, or neighborhood walk on this date, request it during planning so transport and any required admission tickets can be quoted separately. Keep your coordinator informed of any changes to your schedule so the following day's pickup or travel connection remains properly aligned.

06

Day 6 · Departure

Have breakfast and check out at the agreed time. Your private driver meets you at the hotel for the transfer to your departure airport or station, planned around your onward journey.

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Included in the proposal.

  • Private arrival transfer on the agreed Cairo airport route
  • Two hotel nights in the room category specified in your quotation
  • Private vehicle and driver for the confirmed sightseeing programme
  • Private local guiding during the quoted sightseeing visits
  • Admission to the standard Giza and museum areas specifically listed in the quote
  • Departure transfer to the agreed Cairo airport terminal

Not included unless quoted.

  • International or onward air tickets
  • Pyramid interiors and other additional-ticket areas unless listed
  • Lunches, dinners and drinks unless individually included
  • Early check-in or late checkout unless confirmed
  • Travel insurance, personal purchases and gratuities

The practical details.

Package Pricing per Person (USD)

Double / Twin Occupancy: $390 per person | Single Room / Cabin: $566 | Triple Room: $371 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.

Protect the final morning

Send your actual arrival and departure flights before approving the itinerary. This is a two-night outline, not three full sightseeing days; an early third-day departure means reducing visits or adding accommodation.

Choose a useful hotel base

Cairo and Giza place you differently for the airport, historic quarters and plateau. We compare location with your priorities and quote the property and room type before confirmation; no named hotel is assumed here.

Walking and gallery choices

Expect exposed ground at Giza and substantial walking in the museum. Share mobility needs and particular interests early so that the route, breaks and any assistance can be assessed realistically.

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 $390 per person based on double occupancy. Single room/cabin supplements ($566) and triple room savings ($371 per person) apply. Final quotes reflect verified hotel and vessel availability.

Can we enter a pyramid?

Ask for a pyramid-interior ticket to be identified separately in the quotation. Access, ticket availability and suitability must be checked; the standard plateau visit does not imply entry.

Will we have the same guide throughout?

Guiding is arranged for the confirmed sightseeing periods. A resident guide, airport assistance inside restricted areas and evening accompaniment are not assumed.

Can we replace the historic-quarter visit?

Yes. Tell us whether another museum, Saqqara or more museum time is your priority. A substitution changes driving time, tickets and possibly the required number of nights, so it is requoted.

Where will we be picked up?

Your hotel or an agreed meeting point. 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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