5-Day Cairo & Alexandria Tour | Pyramids, GEM & Saqqara | Egypt Tours Club

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Egypt Tours Club · Tour Overview

5-Day Private Cairo & Alexandria Tour

A private five-day journey combining the Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum, Saqqara, Alexandria and historic Cairo, with all four nights in one 5-star Cairo hotel.

5 days / 4 nightsStart and end in Cairo5-star Cairo hotel · Private transport
Alexandria and Cairo tour
Cairo · Giza · Saqqara · AlexandriaOne hotel base · Three sightseeing days

Quick answer

What does this 5-day Cairo and Alexandria tour include?

Four nights in a selected 5-star Cairo hotel, airport assistance, private transfers, a qualified Egyptologist, guided visits to the Grand Egyptian Museum, Saqqara, the Giza Pyramids, Alexandria and historic Cairo, plus daily breakfast and lunch on three sightseeing days.

Route overview

One Cairo hotel base with three full cultural sightseeing days.

Cairo Arrival1Cairo Arrival

Airport assistance, private transfer and hotel check-in.

Giza, GEM & Saqqara2Giza, GEM & Saqqara

Grand Egyptian Museum, Step Pyramid, Pyramids and Sphinx.

Alexandria Day Trip3Alexandria Day Trip

Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel and return to Cairo.

Historic Cairo4Historic Cairo

Coptic Cairo, Saladin Citadel, Al-Muizz Street and Khan El Khalili.

Cairo Departure5Cairo Departure

Private transfer according to the confirmed departure schedule.

Tour Highlights

Five days covering Egypt’s ancient, Mediterranean and historic-city heritage

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Grand Egyptian Museum and GizaGrand

Grand Egyptian Museum and Giza

Discover the GEM, Saqqara, the Pyramids and the Great Sphinx.

Mediterranean AlexandriaMediterranean

Mediterranean Alexandria

Explore Greco-Roman heritage and Qaitbay Citadel by the sea.

Historic CairoHistoric

Historic Cairo

Visit Coptic Cairo, the Citadel, Al-Muizz Street and Khan El Khalili.

One 5-star hotel baseOne

One 5-star hotel base

All four nights remain in Cairo for an easier stay.

What to Expect

A private cultural journey with moderate walking and one longer road day

Private · Balanced
Alexandria waterfront
What to ExpectCairo base · Private guiding · Alexandria day trip

Private Egyptologist guide

Expert historical interpretation during all confirmed visits.

Private ground transport

Air-conditioned transport for airport transfers, Cairo tours and Alexandria.

Moderate walking

Expect outdoor walking, museums, archaeological sites and uneven surfaces.

Longer Alexandria day

The Alexandria excursion includes a longer road journey and same-day return.

Breakfast and three lunches

Daily breakfast plus lunch on Days 2, 3 and 4; drinks are separate.

Additional Information

Practical details before you travel

A representative waits inside Cairo International Airport with a sign showing your name.

Extra Fees & Optional Add-ons

Optional costs and upgrades

Priced on request
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Entry inside the pyramids

Special-entry tickets are separate from standard Giza admission.

Optional
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Mediterranean swim

A 30-minute swim may be added from May to August, subject to weather.

Optional
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Cairo by Night

Optional evening city experience outside the fixed programme.

Optional
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Quad safari

Optional desert activity near the Pyramids.

Optional
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Pyramids Sound & Light

Evening show tickets and transfers may be arranged separately.

Optional
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Drinks and hotel extras

Beverages, upgrades, extra nights, early check-in and late check-out may cost extra.

Optional
Extra Fees & Optional Add-ons: Final supplements depend on travel date, room occupancy, availability and selected services. The package page currently states a 100% deposit.

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Review the detailed itinerary and request a quotation for your travel dates and preferred room type.

Egypt Tours Club · Day-by-Day Plan

5-Day Cairo & Alexandria Tour Itinerary

A private journey through Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Alexandria, Coptic Cairo and Islamic Cairo, presented in a clear expandable format.

5 days / 4 nightsStart and end in CairoCairo · Giza · Saqqara · AlexandriaPrivate guided cultural journey
Itinerary1 of 5 days expanded
Arrival in CairoDAY1Cairo

Arrival in Cairo

Airport meet-and-assist, private transfer and hotel check-in.

On arrival at Cairo International Airport, an Egypt Tours Club representative meets you with a name sign, assists with arrival procedures and escorts you by private vehicle to the selected 5-star Cairo hotel. The remainder of the day is available for rest or a separately booked optional activity.
Included visits

Arrival assistance

Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport.

Private hotel transfer

Transfer to the selected Cairo hotel and receive an arrival briefing.

Optional

Pyramids Sound and Light Show

Optional evening experience.

Optional

Cairo by Night or Quad Safari

Optional paid activity, subject to confirmation.

AccommodationSelected 5-star hotel in Cairo
MealsBreakfast
TransportPrivate airport transfer
Operational note: Standard hotel check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Early access is subject to availability.
Giza Pyramids, GEM & SaqqaraDAY2Giza · Saqqara

Giza Pyramids, GEM & Saqqara

Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum, Saqqara and the Giza Plateau.

After breakfast, meet your private qualified Egyptologist and begin a full day devoted to ancient Egypt. Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, continue to Saqqara and the Step Pyramid area, then explore the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx. Lunch is served at a selected local restaurant before returning to the Cairo hotel.
Included visits

Grand Egyptian Museum

Explore major collections connected with ancient Egyptian history.

Saqqara and Step Pyramid

Visit the ancient necropolis and the Step Pyramid of Djoser.

Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx

See the Giza Plateau and its principal monuments.

Lunch

Lunch at a selected local restaurant.

Optional

Inside-pyramid ticket

Requires a separate ticket and confirmation.

AccommodationSelected 5-star hotel in Cairo
MealsBreakfast and lunch
TransportPrivate air-conditioned vehicle
Operational note: The order of the museum, Saqqara and Giza may change while keeping the confirmed visits.
Alexandria Day TourDAY3Alexandria

Alexandria Day Tour

Visit the Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar and Qaitbay Citadel.

After breakfast, travel privately from Cairo to Alexandria. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar and the Serapeum area, then continue to Qaitbay Citadel overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Enjoy lunch by the coast and return to the Cairo hotel on the same day.
Included visits

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Explore the underground archaeological complex.

Pompey’s Pillar

Visit the monument and the Serapeum area.

Qaitbay Citadel

See the historic fortress overlooking the Mediterranean.

Lunch

Lunch at a selected local restaurant.

Optional

Mediterranean swim

A 30-minute swim may be added from May through August, subject to weather and confirmation.

AccommodationSelected 5-star hotel in Cairo
MealsBreakfast and lunch
TransportPrivate Cairo–Alexandria return transport
Operational note: Alexandria is a full-day road excursion with no overnight stay.
Coptic & Islamic CairoDAY4Cairo

Coptic & Islamic Cairo

Discover Cairo’s Christian, Islamic and traditional districts.

After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist for a day exploring Old Coptic Cairo, the Saladin Citadel and the Muhammad Ali Mosque. Continue to Al-Muizz Street and Khan El Khalili Bazaar before returning privately to the hotel.
Included visits

Old Coptic Cairo

Visit the Cavern Church, Hanging Church, Babylon Fortress and St. George Church.

Saladin Citadel

Visit the Citadel and the Muhammad Ali Mosque.

Al-Muizz Street

Walk through historic Islamic Cairo.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Spend time in Cairo’s traditional bazaar.

AccommodationSelected 5-star hotel in Cairo
MealsBreakfast and lunch
TransportPrivate air-conditioned vehicle
Operational note: This day includes walking through religious and historic districts.
DepartureDAY5Cairo

Departure

Hotel check-out and private transfer to the confirmed departure point.

Complete hotel check-out and meet your driver according to the confirmed departure information. Travel privately to Cairo International Airport or the confirmed next location, marking the end of the five-day journey.
Included visits

Hotel check-out

Complete check-out according to the hotel schedule.

Private departure transfer

Transfer to Cairo International Airport or the confirmed departure point.

Optional

Late check-out

Subject to hotel availability and possible extra charge.

AccommodationNo overnight accommodation after check-out
MealsBreakfast, subject to departure time
TransportPrivate departure transfer
Operational note: Hotel check-out must be completed by 11:00 AM.
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Inclusions & Exclusions

What Is Included and Excluded?

Review the confirmed services for this private five-day journey through Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Alexandria and historic Cairo. The package is ground-based, with all four hotel nights in Cairo and Alexandria visited as a full-day road trip.

Tour Inclusions

Core services supported by the published package
4 Cairo hotel nights Private Egyptologist Private transport 3 included lunches
  • Airport Meet & Assist

    Meet-and-assist service at Cairo International Airport with private arrival and departure transfers.

  • 4 Nights in a Selected 5-Star Cairo Hotel

    Four nights are included in a selected 5-star hotel in Cairo, with daily breakfast.

  • Private Qualified Egyptologist

    A private qualified Egyptologist accompanies the confirmed sightseeing program in Cairo, Giza, Saqqara and Alexandria.

  • Standard Entrance Fees to Listed Attractions

    Standard admission is included for attractions specifically listed in the confirmed itinerary, including the Grand Egyptian Museum, Saqqara, Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, Alexandria sites, and the confirmed Coptic and Islamic Cairo visits.

  • Private Air-Conditioned Transportation

    Airport transfers, Cairo sightseeing and the Alexandria day trip use a private modern air-conditioned vehicle.

  • Lunch on Three Sightseeing Days

    Lunch is included on Days 2, 3 and 4 at selected local restaurants. Drinks are not included.

  • Bottled Water during Ground Transfers

    Bottled water is provided during the confirmed ground transfers.

Tour Exclusions

Items paid separately unless confirmed in writing
International airfare Optional activities Special tickets Gratuities
  • International Airfare

    International flights to and from Egypt are not included in the package price.

  • Drinks

    Beverages ordered with meals or during the tour are not included unless confirmed otherwise in writing.

  • Personal Expenses

    Shopping, laundry, telephone calls, minibar use and other personal purchases are paid directly by the traveler.

  • Optional Tours and Activities

    The Pyramids Sound and Light Show, Cairo by Night, quad safari, the seasonal Mediterranean swimming option and other optional activities require separate confirmation and payment.

  • Inside-Pyramid & Special-Access Tickets

    Entry inside a pyramid and any special-access attraction or separately ticketed service are not included unless added and confirmed in writing.

  • Gratuities

    Tips for guides, drivers, hotel staff and other service providers are not included.

  • Anything Not Listed in the Confirmed Program

    Any attraction, meal, transfer or service not specifically listed in the confirmed program is excluded.

Accommodation4 nights in CairoAll four confirmed hotel nights are in Cairo; Alexandria has no overnight stay.
Ground travelPrivate air-conditioned vehicleAirport transfers, Cairo tours and the Alexandria journey are operated by private road transport.
Main routeCairo · Giza · Saqqara · AlexandriaAncient monuments, Mediterranean heritage, Coptic Cairo and Islamic Cairo in one five-day route.
Route clarification: This is a ground-based Cairo and Alexandria package. It does not include a domestic flight, Nile cruise or overnight accommodation outside Cairo. Alexandria is a full-day road excursion from Cairo and back on the same day.

Review the itinerary or personalize your 5-day journey

Match each included service with the day-by-day program, or request a quotation for your dates and preferred arrangements.

Current Season Price Details

Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
Single Room Double Room Triple Room
Must adult #
Price per adult $ 1675 $ 1050 $ 1050
Max child # [age:6-11]
Price per child $ 838 $ 525
Max infant # [age:0-5]
Price per infant $ 419 $ 263
Deposit

100 % of the total booking amount

User Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

This tour covers Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, and the historic districts of Islamic and Coptic Cairo.

 

Yes, it is ideal for first-time travelers who want to experience Egypt’s highlights in a short, well-organized itinerary.

 

Yes, all sightseeing tours are guided by a qualified Egyptologist.

 

Yes, the tour includes hotel accommodation and private air-conditioned transportation.

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