Schedule: Daily
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Tour Highlights
On your arrival day, reach Cairo where our Ramasside Tours representative greets you inside the terminal with a personalized sign, escorting you to your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle. On Day 2, tour the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, with an optional evening Sound and Light Show.
Day 3 takes you southward to explore the Step Pyramid of Saqqara, the ancient capital of Memphis, and the Dahshur pyramids. On Day 4, discover the Saladin Citadel, the Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and the venerable sanctuaries of Coptic Cairo. Day 5 offers leisure time in Cairo with an optional day excursion to coastal Mediterranean Alexandria before your private airport departure transfer on Day 6.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
Arrive at Cairo International Airport. Upon arrival, you will be met inside the terminal 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 Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum
Breakfast at the hotel. Meet your private Egyptologist guide to begin your exploration of Egypt's ancient wonders. First, marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure), the sole surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Stand before the Great Sphinx, carved with the head of King Khafre and the body of a lion, and explore the Valley Temple where pharaonic mummification and purification rites were performed.
Next, proceed to the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Tahrir Square, home to a world-renowned collection spanning over 5,000 years of civilization. Admire the glittering golden treasures, jewelry, and burial artifacts of King Tutankhamun, preserved inside his sealed tomb for more than 3,500 years before their discovery in the 1920s. Enjoy a photo stop along the Nile River. Return to your hotel.
(Optional: Evening Sound and Light Show across the illuminated Giza Plateau).
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 3: Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur Pyramids
Breakfast at the hotel. Meet your guide to travel south of Cairo to the Saqqara Necropolis. Explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser, humanity's oldest monumental stone building, engineered by the master architect Imhotep during the Third Dynasty (c. 2630 BC).
Continue to Memphis, the ancient capital founded by King Menes that served as Egypt’s seat of power and culture throughout the Old Kingdom. Tour the open-air museum featuring the monumental limestone colossus of Ramesses II and ancient sphinxes.
Proceed further south to Dahshur to view the Red Pyramid—the first successful true smooth-sided stone pyramid—and the unique Bent Pyramid of King Sneferu. Return to the hotel.
(Optional: 2-hour evening dinner cruise along the Nile with live oriental music and folkloric dance performances).
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 4: Saladin Citadel & Historic Old Cairo
Breakfast at the hotel. Meet your guide to visit the medieval Citadel of Saladin, constructed in 1183 AD atop the Muqattam Hills to defend Cairo against crusader campaigns. Step inside the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, known as the Alabaster Mosque, designed in the classical Ottoman style by Istanbul architect Yusuf Bushnaq.
Continue to Old Cairo (Coptic Cairo) to explore its historic churches and religious shrines: the Hanging Church (suspended over the gatehouse of the Roman fortress of Babylon), the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Church of Saint Barbara, and the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga), which sheltered the Holy Family during their flight into Egypt. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 5: Free Day in Cairo – Optional Alexandria Excursion
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a full day at your leisure in Cairo.
(Optional Day Excursion to Alexandria): Travel north along the desert highway to coastal Alexandria. Visit the world-renowned Bibliotheca Alexandrina, home to 8 million books, touring its open courtyard and exhibition spaces. (Note: The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed on Fridays and public holidays; specialized admission tickets are required for the main reading room).
Proceed to the site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, now marked by the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay. Explore the royal gardens of Montaza Palace, once belonging to King Farouk, viewing the historic Haramlek and Salamlek palaces and the royal beaches. Visit the landmark Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi, the Unknown Soldier Memorial, and the statue of Alexander the Great.
Following an optional lunch, visit the Church of Saint Mark, the oldest church foundation in Africa. Drive along the scenic 30 km Corniche for panoramic Mediterranean views, passing the historic harbor where 7,000 submerged antiquities were retrieved. Pause at Stanley Bridge and wander through the historic quarter founded by Alexander the Great. Return to Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 6: Final Departure from Cairo
Breakfast at the hotel. Your Ramasside Tours representative will provide a private transfer to Cairo International Airport and assist you through departure procedures for your onward flight.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 5 Nights accommodation at a 5-Star hotel in Cairo (Bed & Breakfast)
- Professional licensed English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide
- Full-day Cairo Tour (Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum)
- Full-day Cairo Tour (Saqqara Step Pyramid, Memphis & Dahshur)
- Full-day Cairo Tour (Saladin Citadel & Old Coptic Cairo)
- All private transfers and sightseeing in modern air-conditioned vehicles
- Entrance tickets to all mentioned archaeological monuments
- All service charges and local taxes
Exclusions
- Entry Visa to Egypt (visa-on-arrival assistance available upon request)
- International flight tickets
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities / Tipping
- Optional excursions (Alexandria Day Tour, Nile Dinner Cruise, Sound & Light Show)
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
Upgrade to an executive luxury minivan for superior travel comfort across all road transfers. Enjoy extended legroom, dual-zone climate control, complimentary bottled refreshments, and generous luggage capacity.
Professional Studio Photographer
Hire a professional photographer to accompany your excursion. Capture high-resolution portraits and candid travel memories across the Pyramids and ancient monuments for $50 per day.
Hotel Standards in Egypt
Hotel classifications in Egypt differ from North American and European standards. For true international 5-star quality, we advise selecting Plan B (Luxury) or the Ultra Luxury tier.
Visa Assistance
Bypass terminal immigration lines upon arrival. Our airport team arranges pre-processed entry visas for eligible passport holders or travelers carrying valid US, UK, or Schengen visas. Simply send a passport copy prior to arrival.
Domestic Flights vs. Sleeper Trains
For extended travel beyond Cairo, we exclusively coordinate scheduled domestic flights to avoid the long, fatiguing 15-to-18-hour sleeper train journeys. Flight upgrades to Business Class on domestic sectors are available for $50 per person.
VIP Tour with Dr. Zahi Hawass
Request an exclusive private tour inside the Great Pyramid and stand between the paws of the Great Sphinx accompanied by world-renowned archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass. Contact us for private VIP availability.
Travel Insurance (AIG Travel Guard)
Secure peace of mind with AIG Travel Guard insurance coverage: $25 per person for one week, or $50 per person for multi-week packages.
Child Policy
- 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (excluding airline ticket 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 reservations and custom itineraries, contact us at: [email protected]
