Cairo & Alexandria Tour - 6 Days / 5 Nights

Begin your Egyptian adventure with a warm meet-and-assist service upon arrival at Cairo International Airport (CAI). An appointed representative will guide you efficiently through all arrival formalities. Following this, you will be escorted in a private vehicle to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure to relax and settle in, preparing for the cultural treasures ahead. An optional dinner cruise on the Nile, complete with Oriental shows, is available to start your trip with flair.

• Overnight: Cairo. (Optional Dinner Cruise)

After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a full-day guided tour of Egypt’s most vital ancient sites.

• Giza Plateau: Begin at the Giza Plateau to marvel at the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, followed by a visit to the colossal Great Sphinx, the iconic guardian.
• Memphis & Saqqara: Continue to the nearby sites of Memphis, the ancient capital, to see the impressive fallen statue of Ramses II. Conclude the day at Saqqara, the vast ancient burial ground, home to the revolutionary Step Pyramid of Djoser and numerous ancient tombs.
• Return: You will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.
• Overnight: Cairo. (Breakfast)

Enjoy breakfast before dedicating the day to Cairo’s rich cultural institutions and a unique Nile experience (09:00–18:00).

• NMEC: Your first stop is the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), known for its superb displays, including the awe-inspiring Royal Mummies Hall.
• Egyptian Museum: Next, visit the historic Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to the legendary gold treasures of Tutankhamun and a vast collection of ancient artifacts.
• Nile Felucca: Conclude the afternoon with a tranquil Felucca Ride on the Nile, enjoying the sunset from a traditional wooden sailboat—a perfect way to relax after a day of history.
• Overnight: Cairo. (Breakfast)

Start the day with an early breakfast box before taking an approximate 3-hour private drive to the coastal city of Alexandria.

• Alexandria Tour: Your guided tour of the city includes the Roman triumphal column Pompey’s Pillar and the well-preserved Roman Amphitheatre.
• Historic Sites: Descend into the fascinating Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a unique blend of pharaonic, Greek, and Roman funerary art.
• Citadel & Library: Visit the Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the exact site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Conclude the tour at the modern architectural masterpiece, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a tribute to the great ancient library.
• Return: Drive back to your hotel in Cairo in the evening.
• Overnight: Cairo. (Breakfast Box)

After breakfast, spend your final full day exploring the multilayered religious and cultural history within Cairo itself.

• Citadel & Mosque: Begin at the Citadel of Salah El-Din, a strategic medieval fortress, housing the visually striking Mosque of Muhammad Ali, offering beautiful Ottoman architecture and panoramic city views.
• Old Cairo: Delve into Coptic Cairo (Old Cairo) to visit significant Christian and Jewish sites, including the Hanging Church, the Church of St. Sergius, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
• Islamic Cairo & Bazaar: Explore the historic streets of Islamic Cairo, including a visit to the Al-Azhar Mosque. The day concludes with free time for shopping and exploration at the legendary Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the traditional souk for souvenirs, spices, and metalwork.
• Overnight: Cairo. (Breakfast)

Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel before your private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight. You will depart with unforgettable memories of Egypt’s ancient wonders and vibrant cultural mosaic.

• (Breakfast)