Cairo and Alexandria 5 Day Vacation Package

Schedule: Daily

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights

(Featured Itinerary: 4 Days / 3 Nights core sightseeing with flexible scheduling)

Tour Highlights

This Egyptian travel package begins with your arrival in Cairo and private hotel check-in. The following day, explore the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities and the Great Pyramids of Giza, including the Sphinx and Valley Temple. On Day 3, embark on a comprehensive day tour of Mediterranean Alexandria to explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the historic Citadel of Qaitbay, Montaza Palace Gardens, and classical coastal landmarks. Conclude your holiday with an effortless private airport transfer for your departure flight.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met by our Ramasside Tours representative holding a personalized sign. Enjoy a private transfer in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: The Great Pyramids & Egyptian Museum

Breakfast at the hotel. Begin your tour with a visit to the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Tahrir Square. The museum houses an exceptional collection spanning 5,000 years of civilization, recognized as the world's most valuable collection of pharaonic art. Explore over 250,000 authentic antiquities, including the treasures, gold regalia, and jewelry of King Tutankhamun, which remained sealed in his tomb for more than 3,500 years before their discovery in the 1920s.

Next, proceed to the Giza Plateau to behold the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest stone pyramid ever erected and the sole surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Continue to the Great Sphinx, the legendary guardian sculpture featuring a lion’s body and the pharaonic face of King Khafre.

At the end of the tour, transfer back to your hotel.

(Optional: 2-hour evening dinner cruise along the River Nile featuring traditional folkloric dance and music shows).

Overnight in Cairo.

Day 3: Day Excursion to Mediterranean Alexandria

Breakfast at the hotel. Meet your private Egyptologist guide for an overland journey north to Alexandria.

Begin your coastal exploration at the world-renowned Bibliotheca Alexandrina, home to 8 million books, touring its open courtyards and dedicated exhibition galleries.

(Note: The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed on Fridays and public holidays; access to the main reading hall requires an additional admission ticket).

Next, visit the site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, now marked by the 15th-century defensive Citadel of Qaitbay. Explore the royal gardens of Montaza Palace, once belonging to King Farouk (the last King of Egypt), viewing the historic Haramlek and Salamlek palaces and the royal beach. Visit the landmark Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, the Unknown Soldier Memorial, and the statue of Alexander the Great.

Following an optional seafood lunch, visit the Church of Saint Mark, one of the oldest church foundations in Africa. Drive along the scenic 30 km Corniche for panoramic sea views of the city, taking in Alexandria's ancient eastern harbor where 7,000 underwater antiquities were retrieved. Pause at Stanley Bridge, an iconic modern symbol of Alexandria, and take a guided walk through the historic downtown streets originally established by Alexander the Great. Return to your hotel in Cairo.

Overnight in Cairo.

Day 4: Final Departure

Breakfast at the hotel. Your Ramasside Tours representative will provide a private transfer to Cairo International Airport and assist you with departure and boarding procedures for your onward flight.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

• Airport meet-and-assist services upon arrival and departure at Cairo International Airport
• 3 Nights accommodation at a 5-Star hotel in Cairo (Bed & Breakfast)
• Full-day Cairo Tour: The Great Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum
• Full-day guided excursion to Alexandria
• Professional licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guide
• All transfers and sightseeing in modern air-conditioned vehicles
• Entrance tickets to all mentioned archaeological monuments
• All service charges and local taxes

Exclusions

• International flight tickets
• Entry visa to Egypt (obtainable upon arrival upon request)
• Optional excursions (Nile River Dinner Cruise, Sound & Light Show)
• Beverages during meals
• Personal expenses and tipping

Accommodation Plans & Pricing

Plan A: 5-Star Standard

• Cairo: Le Méridien Pyramids / Steigenberger Pyramids / Ramses Hilton / Barceló Cairo Pyramids / Pyramisa Suites

Plan B: 5-Star Luxury

• Cairo: Kempinski Nile Hotel / Fairmont Nile City / Conrad Cairo / Cairo Marriott Hotel / Sheraton Cairo / Hilton Pyramids Golf

Ultra Luxury Tier

• Cairo: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo / Marriott Mena House / Kempinski Nile Deluxe / Fairmont Nile City Premium / Hyatt Regency

Tour Add-ons & Travel Notes

Executive Luxury Minivan Upgrade

Travel in enhanced comfort across all road transfers between Cairo and Alexandria in an executive minivan featuring extended legroom, dual-zone climate control, chilled bottled water, and generous luggage capacity.

Professional Studio Photographer

Hire a dedicated travel photographer to join your tour at the Pyramids and ancient landmarks, capturing high-resolution portraits and candid travel moments for $50 per day.

Hotel Standards in Egypt

Egyptian hotel ratings differ from North American and European standards. For accommodations meeting modern international 5-star expectations, we recommend choosing Plan B (Luxury) or the Ultra Luxury tier.

Visa Assistance

Bypass airport queues upon arrival. Our airport representative can arrange pre-processed entry visas for eligible passport holders or travelers carrying valid US, UK, or Schengen visas. Simply provide a passport copy in advance.

Domestic Flights vs. Sleeper Trains

For tours involving Upper Egypt, we exclusively coordinate scheduled domestic flights to avoid the fatiguing 15-to-18-hour sleeper train journeys. Upgrades to domestic Business Class are available for $50 per person.

VIP Tour with Dr. Zahi Hawass

Request an exclusive private tour of the Giza Plateau accompanied by world-renowned archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass, including private access inside the Great Pyramid and standing between the paws of the Great Sphinx. Contact us for private availability.

Travel Insurance (AIG Travel Guard)

Comprehensive travel insurance via AIG Travel Guard is available for $25 per person for one week or $50 per person for trips over seven days.

Child Policy

• 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (excluding domestic airline charges where applicable)
• 2 – 5.99 years: 25% of adult tour rate (50% if domestic flights are included)
• 6 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult tour rate
• 12+ years: Full adult rate

For bookings and custom adjustments, contact: [email protected]