Giza pyramids
And the Sphinx
5.0 on TripadvisorPrivate tour 3 Days Cairo & Alexandria
Three days by road: the Giza pyramids first, then 220 km to Alexandria for a night on the Mediterranean and the library the next morning.
- Duration
- 3 days / 2 nights
- Route
- Cairo, Alexandria
- Transport
- Private vehicle
- Road distance
- Cairo to Alexandria, about 220 km
From, per person$2656 or more travellers · 3-star hotels
- Starts any day
- Free quote, no obligation
- Change anything you like
Why travellers choose this trip
One night in Cairo, one in Alexandria, and a drive of about 220 km between them. That is the whole shape of the trip.
Alexandria is a different city from Cairo. It has a sea front, a harbour fortress and a library built in 2002. The pyramids are the only Cairo stop, so the trip is light on Egyptian temples.
It suits travellers who want the pyramids plus a coast. It does not suit anyone who wants Luxor, and the drive is a real part of the day.
Desert road
220 km to Alexandria
Qaitbay Citadel
At the harbour entrance
Pompey's Pillar
30 m high with its base
Kom el Shoqafa
The catacombs
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Opened 2002
Your route
1Cairo1 night
2Alexandria1 night
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 · Giza, CairoGiza
Arrival. Your guide meets you at the airport, and the private air-conditioned vehicle drives you to the pyramids. Sightseeing starts straight after landing.
Giza. You see Khufu's pyramid and the Sphinx, which is linked to the reign of Khafre. Your Egyptologist guide explains how the two relate, and the entrance fees for the Giza sites are included. The pyramids are the only Cairo stop on this break, so there is no rush to fit in a second site.
Evening. The afternoon ends at your hotel in Cairo, where you check in for the night. Dinner is not included, and the guide helps you choose a place to eat.
- ReceptionMeet and assist at the airport
- Pick-upPrivate transfer to your hotel
- GuideYour private guide
- TransportPrivate air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance feesIncluded for the sites of the day
- MealsNone included
Overnight in Cairo - 2
Day 2 · Cairo to AlexandriaRoad to Alexandria and the harbour
Morning. After breakfast you check out and the private vehicle starts the drive to Alexandria, about 220 km. Because you travel by car, you can stop on the way and the schedule is yours. Your first visit is the Qaitbay Citadel, built in 1477 to 1479 on the site of the Pharos lighthouse.
Afternoon. Lunch is not included, and the guide helps you choose a place. Pompey's Pillar and the Kom el Shoqafa catacombs, found by accident in 1900, are next. Your guide explains what you are seeing at each, and the entrance fees are covered.
Evening. You check in at your hotel by the sea for the night in Alexandria. Dinner is not included.
- GuideYour private guide
- TransportPrivate air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance feesIncluded for the sites of the day
- MealsBreakfast
Overnight in Alexandria - 3
Day 3 · AlexandriaLibrary and return
Morning. After breakfast you check out and visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, which opened in 2002. Its main reading room covers 20,000 square metres on eleven levels. Your guide takes you through the building, and mentions the museums inside the complex as well. The entrance fee is included, and so is bottled water.
Departure. The private vehicle then takes you to Cairo airport on the same 220 km road, with your luggage on board. The time you leave is set by your flight. Lunch is not included, and the guide can help you choose a place before the drive.
- Drop-offPrivate transfer to the airport or station
- GuideYour private guide
- TransportPrivate air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance feesIncluded for the sites of the day
- MealsBreakfast
Departure
How much does this 3-day trip cost?
| Per person, by group size | 3-star hotels | 4-star hotels | 5-star hotels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single traveller | $420 | $495 | $645 |
| Sharing a double room 2 travellers | $330 | $390 | $505 |
| 3 to 5 travellers | $290 | $340 | $445 |
| 6 or more travellers | $265 | $310 | $405 |
In US dollars, per person, for a private trip. The price in your written quote, made for your dates and group, is the one that counts. International flights are not included. Choose a hotel level in the booking box to see the total for your group.
Where you’ll stay
Cairo · 1 night
Hotel with breakfast.
Alexandria · 1 night
Hotel with breakfast.
What’s included
Included
- Meet and assist at the airport on arrival
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing drives
- 2 hotel nights (1 in Cairo, 1 in Alexandria) with breakfast
- Sightseeing and entrance fees for the sites listed in the itinerary
- Private Egyptologist guide
- Bottled water, taxes and service charges
Not included
- International flights and the Egypt visa
- Optional tours and drinks
- Tips
Booking policies
Important information
- International flights, the Egypt visa, extra-ticket tombs, optional tours, drinks and tips are not included.
- Programs can start on any day. We may change a time, route or hotel for reasons we cannot control, and offer you the closest alternative.
- You need a valid passport and the right visa for your nationality. Apply on the official Egyptian eVisa portal.
- Tell us about any health, mobility or diet need before you book, so that we can plan around it.
Payment and deposit
- Prices are in US dollars and the price in your written quote is the one that counts.
- The deposit is 30 percent of the total price (50 percent for trips that start from 18 December to 5 January).
- The balance is due 15 days before arrival. If you book later than that, the full amount confirms the booking.
- Payment instructions come with your written quote.
Cancellation and refund
Send every cancellation by email so that we can confirm it in writing. The charge is a percentage of the tour price, and anything you paid above it is refunded.
| Days before arrival | Normal dates | 18 Dec to 5 Jan |
|---|---|---|
| Until 61 days | 20% | 35% |
| 60 to 31 days | 35% | 50% |
| 30 to 15 days | 50% | 75% |
| 14 to 1 days, or no-show | 100% | 100% |
A bank and payment fee of 6 percent is deducted from every refund. Full rules: terms and policies.
Children
- Children under 3 travel free.
- Children from 3 to 11.99 years pay 50 percent of the tour price.
- From 12 years, travellers pay the adult price.
Please give the age of every child at the time of travel when you ask for a quote.
Travel tips
Good to know before you go
Best time
October to April is the comfortable season. The Christmas and New Year weeks (18 December to 5 January) sell out first.
Visa
Many passports get an e-Visa online or a visa on arrival in Cairo. Check yours before you fly.
What to pack
Light layers, a hat, sunscreen and closed shoes. Cover shoulders and knees for mosques and churches.
Money & tipping
Cards work in hotels; carry small notes for tips. Tipping is expected but not included.
Traveller reviews
What our travellers say
A Fantastic Tour of Egypt
“The entire trip was seamlessly executed.”
Best tour guide!!
“He made our trip to the pyramids and Alexandria fun and memorable.”
Amazing 2 week trip
“My friends and I spent two weeks in Egypt and he was with us every step of the way.”
FAQ
Questions about this trip
Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp and a real person from our team will answer.
Is a train better than the car?
The road is about 220 km. We use the car so that you can stop and the schedule is ours.
Can I fly out from Alexandria?
The program ends at Cairo airport, because the drive back is part of the plan.
Is there time for the Egyptian Museum?
No. This break has one day in Cairo and it goes to Giza.
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