Cairo & the Pyramids Tour
Explore the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, the Citadel, and Old Cairo on this fully escorted 5-day Egypt tour package.
5 Day Cairo & the Pyramids Tour Package
Travel to a vibrant, exhilarating, exotic, and fascinating city on our five-day Cairo and the Pyramids tour — home to thousands of ancient artifacts, the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The capital of Egypt is rich in history, culture, and extraordinary sites that fascinate the imagination. Explore the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, the Citadel of Saladin, Old Cairo, the Hanging Church, the ancient city of Memphis, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara, the Giza Pyramids, and the iconic Great Sphinx — all this and much more during a Cairo tour of a lifetime.
Tourists traveling to the Middle East find the Cairo and Pyramids tour an excellent option to extend their journeys before or after visiting Turkey, Jordan, Israel, Greece, and other European destinations. Our tours depart daily and are led by licensed Egyptologist guides certified by the Egyptian Tourist Authority.
Tour Includes- 5 days / 3 nights fully escorted general classic tour of Cairo — departs daily
- 3 nights at your selection of 5★ Deluxe or 4★ hotel accommodations
- Daily full buffet breakfast
- Daily dinner at your hotel
- Lunch included during touring days at a local restaurant
- English-speaking Egyptologist tour guides licensed by the Egyptian Tourist Authority
- Air-conditioned private transportation throughout Cairo
- All entrance fees & attractions: Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Old Cairo, Memphis & Saqqara
- Camel ride at the Pyramids of Giza
- Cairo Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- No added fees for credit card payment — Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, check, or PayPal accepted
Tour Itinerary
Cairo is a vibrant, layered city where ancient and modern worlds collide. Our licensed Egyptologist guides bring every site to life — from the timeless Pyramids of Giza to the treasures of the Egyptian Museum, the medieval Citadel, and the sacred sites of Old Cairo.
Arrival in Cairo → Hotel Check-In
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Check in and settle into your 5★ Deluxe or 4★ hotel accommodations. The rest of the day is free to relax and recover from your travels.
Dinner included at your hotel.
Giza Pyramids → Great Sphinx → Egyptian Museum
After breakfast, your Egyptologist guide will meet you at the hotel for the first full day of touring. Drive to the Giza Plateau — home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, along with the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure. Enjoy a camel ride around the Pyramids and visit the breathtaking Great Sphinx — the massive limestone statue that has guarded the Giza necropolis for 4,500 years.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the world-famous Egyptian Museum of Antiquities in Tahrir Square — home to over 120,000 ancient artifacts including the golden treasures of Tutankhamun, royal mummies, and monumental statues of the pharaohs.
Return to your hotel for dinner.
Memphis → Saqqara Step Pyramid → Citadel → Old Cairo
After breakfast, drive south to the ancient capital of Memphis — founded in 3100 BC, once the most important city in the ancient world and home to a colossal statue of Ramesses II. Continue to Saqqara to visit the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser — the world’s oldest stone building and the prototype for all pyramids that followed.
Return to Cairo for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the magnificent Citadel of Saladin — a medieval fortification built in 1176 AD and home to the stunning Alabaster (Muhammad Ali) Mosque. Then explore Old Cairo — the Coptic quarter containing ancient churches, synagogues, and mosques that have stood for nearly two millennia. Visit the beautiful Hanging Church (Saint Virgin Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church).
Return to your hotel for dinner.
Free Day → Optional Excursions
The fourth day is free for you to explore Cairo at your own pace, relax at your hotel, or enjoy optional excursions available at extra cost. Recommended options include a Nile Dinner Cruise, a visit to the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar — Cairo’s famous medieval market — or a day trip to Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast.
Breakfast → Transfer to Cairo Airport
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight. Tour ends.
Dates & Rates
Cairo & the Pyramids tours depart daily year-round. All prices are land package rates per person in USD. No added fees for credit card payments.
Prices are land package rates based on double occupancy, per person in US dollars, inclusive of all taxes. Tour departs daily. Exact hotel subject to availability; similar-category hotel provided if listed hotel is unavailable.
Hotels in Cairo
We offer 5★ Deluxe and 4★ First Class hotels in Cairo — all carefully selected for their proximity to the major sites, quality of amenities, and exceptional service. Your hotel is your home base for exploring ancient wonders.
Marriott Mena House Cairo
One of the world’s great hotels — a historic 19th-century palace at the foot of the Giza Pyramids with unobstructed Pyramid views from many rooms. Legendary property with lush gardens, multiple restaurants, and a world-class spa. The ultimate Egypt luxury experience.
Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino
A magnificent 19th-century palace on the Nile in Zamalek, originally built for Empress Eugénie of France. Features stunning Nile views, 14 restaurants and bars, and is ideally located between the Egyptian Museum and Giza Pyramids.
Pyramids Park Resort Cairo
A beautifully landscaped resort set on 33 acres just 5 minutes from the Giza Pyramids. Features multiple outdoor pools, excellent dining, tennis courts, and lush tropical gardens. A peaceful oasis close to all major attractions.
Mercure Cairo Le Sphinx
Strategically located between the Egyptian Museum and the Giza Plateau, this modern hotel offers excellent amenities, rooftop pool with city views, and easy access to all Cairo’s major sights. Popular with international tour groups.
*Stay at the mentioned hotels or similar-category hotel accommodations subject to availability.
Included in Tour
Our 5-day Cairo tour offers an exceptional all-inclusive experience with daily meals, private transportation, a licensed Egyptologist guide, and all entrance fees covered.
- 3 nights at 5★ Deluxe or 4★ hotel in Cairo
- Daily full buffet breakfast at hotel
- Daily dinner at hotel
- Lunch at local restaurant on touring days
- Cairo airport arrival & departure transfers
- Licensed Egyptologist guide certified by the Egyptian Tourist Authority
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout Cairo
- All entrance fees: Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Memphis, Saqqara, Citadel, Old Cairo, Hanging Church
- Camel ride at the Pyramids of Giza
- No added fees for credit card payments
Additional Costs
- International airfare to/from Cairo
- Egypt entry visa fee (available on arrival)
- Tips to guide, driver & hotel/restaurant staff
- Personal extras or additional meals
- Optional excursions on free day
Tour Highlights
Cairo is one of the most historically rich cities in the world. Here are the extraordinary sites you’ll experience on this tour.
Giza Pyramids
The last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World — three magnificent limestone pyramids built for Pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure over 4,500 years ago on the Giza Plateau.
The Great Sphinx
The iconic limestone statue of a reclining sphinx — the largest monolithic statue in the world at 73 meters long — guarding the Giza necropolis for millennia.
Egyptian Museum
The world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts — over 120,000 items including the golden death mask and treasures of Tutankhamun.
Memphis
The ancient capital of Egypt founded in 3100 BC — home to a colossal recumbent statue of Ramesses II, the most celebrated pharaoh in Egyptian history.
Step Pyramid of Saqqara
The world’s oldest stone building — the Step Pyramid of Djoser, built c. 2650 BC, the prototype for all pyramids and surrounded by a vast necropolis.
Citadel of Saladin
A spectacular medieval Islamic fortification built by Saladin in 1176 AD, featuring the breathtaking Alabaster (Muhammad Ali) Mosque and panoramic views of Cairo.
Old Cairo
The ancient Coptic quarter of Cairo — one of the oldest urban areas in Egypt, containing churches, synagogues, and mosques dating back nearly 2,000 years.
The Hanging Church
Saint Virgin Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church — built over a gatehouse of the Babylon Fortress in the 7th century, one of Egypt’s oldest and most beautiful churches.
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