Egypt Express 5 Days
- Cairo, Alexandria, Egypt
Overview
This 5-day, 4-night tour of Egypt offers a fascinating adventure to explore the magnificent pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, as well as discovering the mix of history and modernity in Alexandria.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival In Cairo
Upon your arrival at Cairo airport, our representative will be there to assist you with all the necessary international procedures, such as visa, passport control, and customs. They will also ensure a fast exit from the airport. You’ll be accompanied to your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable and hassle-free transfer.
Day 2
Great Pyramid | Sphinx | Saqqara
After breakfast, your guide will accompany you on a visit to one of the world’s most enigmatic sites the Giza plateau complex and Saqqara.
Your tour will begin with a visit to the Great Pyramid of Giza, the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in Giza. You will have the opportunity to explore the pyramid’s chambers and learn about the construction techniques used to build this incredible structure.
Next, you will head to the Great Sphinx, a mythical creature with a lion’s body and a human head. The Sphinx is believed to have been built during the reign of Pharaoh Khafre and is one of the most iconic landmarks in Egypt.
You will have lunch break at a local restaurant, where you can sample traditional Egyptian cuisine.
After lunch, you will head to Saqqara, an ancient burial ground that contains many pyramids, tombs, and temples. The highlight of this site is the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest pyramid in Egypt.
Finally, you’ll be transported back to your hotel in Cairo for an overnight stay.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.
Day 3
Egyptian Museum | Citadel | Coptic District | Khan El Khalili (Optional)
Enjoy breakfast, you will start your tour at the Egyptian Museum, where you’ll explore the vast collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and treasures, including the famous treasures of Tutankhamun. Afterwards you will depart to visit the Citadel of Sultan Saladin and the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, also known as the Alabaster Mosque, following a stroll through the Coptic area to visit a significant church where the Holy Family sought refuge. You will have lunch at a typical restaurant. You will have the opportunity to make an optional visit to the ancient Khan El Khalili bazaar, where you can shop for souvenirs and experience the vibrant atmosphere of this historic market. After the tour, return to the hotel to Spend the night in Cairo.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.
Day 4
Alexandria
After breakfast, you will depart for Alexandria, which is approximately a 3-hour drive with a stop. Upon arrival, you will visit the Catacombs, a historical burial site consisting of a series of tombs and chambers. Next, you will visit the magnificent Alexandria Library, which is considered one of the most significant cultural centers in the world. After lunch, you will visit the Quaitbay Fortress, which is the location where the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria once stood. Following the tour, you will return to Cairo and check-in to your hotel for the night.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Day 5
Departure
After breakfast, we’ll take you back to Cairo for your return flight to your home country. We hope you had an amazing trip to Egypt and leave with unforgettable memories of this beautiful and fascinating country.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Important
NOTE: The order of the visits may be modified, but all included services will be provided.
More Information
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Includes
- Arrival assistance at Cairo International Airport.
- Fast track service (for airport procedures in Cairo).
- 4 nights accommodation in Cairo including breakfast.
- Airport-Hotel-Airport transfer.
- All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Professional fluent English-speaking guide on all visits in Egypt.
- Entrance fees to the mentioned tourist sites (except Tutankhamun's tomb).
Excludes
- International flights.
- Travel insurance (medical, cancellation, baggage loss, etc.).
- Entry visa to Egypt (25 USD).
- Drinks, laundry, and ironing.
- Tips (Cruise crew - guides - drivers - etc..)
- Personal expenses or extras not mentioned in the program.
- Entry to the inside of the Pyramids and Tutankhamun's tomb in the Valley of the Kings.
- Optional tours or visits.
Spoken Languages
English - Spanish - Portuguese - Italian - French - Germany - Russian - Chinese.
Accessibility
wheelchair not available.
Pets
Not allowed.
Cancellation
The cancellation policy does not apply to packages that include full payment for hotels, Nile cruises, and domestic flight tickets. In such cases, 50% payment is required upfront, making cancellation policies inapplicable.
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