3 days
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
If you’re eager to explore Egypt’s iconic landmarks in a short amount of time, the Cairo and Alexandria 3 Day Private Tour is the perfect choice. This tour lets you experience two of Egypt’s most famous cities: Cairo, the bustling capital, and Alexandria, the Mediterranean jewel. In just three days, you’ll visit world-renowned sites while enjoying the convenience and comfort of a private tour with a knowledgeable guide.
Your adventure begins as soon as you arrive in Cairo, Egypt’s vibrant capital. After meeting your private guide, you’ll head directly to the Pyramids of Giza. These ancient wonders, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Sphinx, and the Pyramid of Khafre, are among the most famous structures in the world. You’ll learn about their fascinating history and importance as you explore the complex.
Next, you’ll visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, which houses an incredible collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Don’t miss the iconic golden mask of Tutankhamun and other treasures from his tomb. To learn more about the Egyptian Museum, you can visit its official page here.
After your tour of the museum, enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant. Savor dishes like koshari (a lentil-based dish), fool medames, and falafel, before continuing your exploration of the city.
On the second day of your tour, you’ll explore the rich cultural history of Islamic Cairo. Visit the Citadel of Saladin, one of the most important Islamic sites in Cairo. The Mosque of Muhammad Ali (also known as the Alabaster Mosque) is another highlight, with its impressive architecture and stunning views of the city. To learn more about Islamic Cairo and its monuments, check out this link.
Afterward, you’ll visit Coptic Cairo, home to many of the city’s ancient Christian sites. Explore the Hanging Church, one of the oldest in Egypt, as well as the Coptic Museum and Ben Ezra Synagogue, which showcase the fascinating blend of Egypt’s Christian and Jewish heritage.
In the evening, you’ll have time to shop for souvenirs at the famous Khan El Khalili Bazaar. It’s the perfect place to pick up traditional Egyptian crafts, jewelry, and spices. Learn more about this historic market by visiting this link.
On your third day, you’ll head to Alexandria, located along the Mediterranean coast. Start with a visit to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern library built in honor of the ancient Library of Alexandria. This impressive building is one of the largest in the world, housing millions of books and offering a wealth of cultural programs. For more details.
Next, you’ll explore the Qaitbay Citadel, which was built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The citadel offers stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and Alexandria’s coastline.
The Cairo and Alexandria 3 Day Private Tour is a great way to experience the best of Egypt in a short amount of time. From the Pyramids of Giza to Alexandria’s stunning Mediterranean coastline, this tour offers a unique and customized experience. With your private guide, you’ll receive personal attention and flexibility to visit the most important sites in both cities, making the most of your time in Egypt.
 Duration |
3 Days |
 Destinations |
Cairo / Alexandria |
 Tour Availability |
Every Day |
 Pickup Location |
Cairo Airport or Hotel in Cairo |
 Tour Type |
Private |
The price is quoted per person in US dollars but you can pay in euro or pounds sterling as well.
| 4 Stars | 5 Stars | |
| Price per person in DBL | 340 $ | 410 $ |
| Price per Single | 535 $ | 650 $ |
Welcome to Egypt. When you get to Cairo, our representative will meet you at the airport to meet & assist you. Then you will start your first day with our tour guide to start your wonderful tour visit as follows...
Giza Pyramids
The Pyramids of Giza are the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still preserved today, and therefore one of the most famous buildings in the world. The three major pyramids of Giza include the Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Mycrinus.
Great Sphinx of Giza
The Great Sphinx of Giza is a giant Egyptian statue. It was carved from the limestone of the Giza plateau and represented a recumbent lion with a human head. Initially, the Sphinx was painted red ocher and had a chin beard, but this fell into antiquity.
Valley Temple of Khafre
Next, go to see the valley temple used to cleanse the king's mummy before burial and to perform the king's embalming process.
Saqqara pyramid
We will move to Saqqara, a pyramidal complex that, like Giza, is part of the necropolis of Memphis. We will see one of the first pyramids built, which served as a model for all those made later. The step pyramid of Djoser has a rectangular base and is about 60 meters high; and was part of a ceremonial complex built around 2650 BC for the pharaoh Djoser by Imhotep, the most famous Egyptian architect.
Lunch
We'll take a break and take the opportunity to eat and recharge. Lunch will be in a restaurant and Egyptian food (drinks not included).
The Bent Pyramid
Dahshur is a relatively isolated place south of Giza. Few tourists visit Dahshur, even though its two pyramids are rather impressive. The curved pyramid is 90 meters high and is the fourth largest pyramid in Egypt. It was built by Sneferu, the father of Khufu (builder of the Great Pyramid).
The Red Pyramid
The Red Pyramid, the construction of which represents a detailed development indicating the transition from a stepped pyramid, such as the pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, to the pyramid with ecclesiastical lines. Red pyramid, height 105 m. The entrance is made of red granite.
After the tour, we will take you back to the hotel.
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo in a private car and transfer you to Alexandria. 3 hours from Cairo to the beautiful Alexandria, the second most important city in Egypt.
After arriving in Alexandria in the morning, we will start our tour with visits to...
Catacombs
The catacombs in Kom El Shoqafa were built in the Roman era. They have three levels and their decoration shows a juxtaposition of the Egyptian and Roman panthea.
Roman Theater
The Roman Theater in Alexandria behind the Street of Facades is the theater that was built by the Nabataeans at the beginning of the first century AD and the Romans expanded and improved it shortly after their annexation of the kingdom in 106 AD. They built it by ruthlessly dividing a street of houses or tombs to widen the rear of the hall, which could then accommodate 3,000 people.
Alexandria Library
We will visit the new Library of Alexandria, whose design refers to the god Amun-Ra and the Lighthouse of Alexandria. In addition to several libraries, there is a planetarium, three museums, a laboratory, and a printing press.
Note: The library is closed on Friday and Saturday (it is visible from the outside only).
Abu al-Abbas Mosque
We will also pass the beautiful Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque, an architectural marvel constructed between 1929-1945 and influenced by the buildings of ancient Egypt in Cairo.
Lunch
After midday, we will take a break and have lunch in a restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean, to replenish our energy. The meal usually consists of Egyptian dishes and options include meat dishes, rice, and salads (drinks not included)
Qaitbay Citadel
From the outside, we will also see the Citadel of Qaitbay built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (Light House) in Alexandria, a defensive fortress built in 1480 by Ashraf Abu al-Nasr, Seif al-Din Qaitbay, who became a slave. Sultan.
After the tour, we will take you back to the hotel in Cairo.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.
You can book the tour online or by calling, emailing, or chatting with us. If you want a custom trip or to change the schedule, please let us know right away and we'll get right on it.
Since each of our tours is a custom-tailored experience, the client is free to make any changes or additions they want to make their vacation truly unique.
We speak your language, so don’t worry we know the importance of language in communication, so all our tours are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, French, Chinese, and Japanese, and if there is any language required, we will do our best to provide it to you.
When and where the tour happens is completely up to us. If you want to start at a different time, you should write it in the comments section of your booking form or send an email.
We accept credit cards online in a safe way. Wire Transfer and PayPal are also ways to pay us.
You are more than welcome to leave a tip at the end of the trip if you were happy with the service. A gift that makes them feel important and happy would be great.
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