US$1150

Varies by group size

Beyond the Pyramids: Discover Egypt's Hidden Gems

Experience the wonders of ancient and modern Egypt with a 7-day tour of Cairo and Alexandria. This trip includes visits to Cairo’s attractions, a day trip to Alexandria, and an adventure to the El-Fayoum Oasis and Wadi El-Hitan. The tour starts with a pickup from Cairo International Airport.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Cairo Arrival

Meet, welcome, and assist with airport formalities. Transfer to your hotel and check in. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 2: Sphinx, Giza & Saqqara Pyramids

After breakfast, join your private tour guide to start your visit to The pyramids of Giza (the pyramids of kings Cheops, Chephren, Mekarynos, see the remains of the funeral temple of the same king, get inside one of the small pyramids of the Queens, and see the Sphinx). Egyptian Lunch in a countryside restaurant. Visit The pyramids of Saqqara ( The visual presentation of Sakkara, the step pyramid of king Djoser-the very first pyramid, the museum of Imhotep, the tomb of the high official Kagemni, the pyramid of king Titi, the pyramid of king Unas, and see the pyramids of Dahshur from a distance. Attend the sound and light show at the Giza area (optional). Transfer back to the hotel and overnight.

Day 3: Cairo – El-Fayoum Oasis

Breakfast at the hotel. Pick you up and start our trip to El-Fayoum oasis to see Qarun lake, Tunis village, Mudawara mountain, & Wadi El-Hitan. Transfer back to Cairo onto the hotel.

Day 4: Overnight Alexandria

After Breakfast at the hotel, pick up, and start our trip to Alexandria. Explore the catacombs, the Roman Amphitheater, Pompey’s Pillar, and Abul Abaas mosque. Seafood lunch, After lunch, we go to Faros Island to view the fort of Qaytbay. Transfer to Alexandria hotel, check in, and overnight.

Day 5: Alexandria – Cairo

After Breakfast in the hotel, start our tours to the Montazah palace & gardens. Explore the Alexandria library. Transfer back to Cairo, check in the hotel, and overnight.

Day 6: Cairo Sightseeing Tours

After breakfast at the hotel, pick up and start your tour to the Egyptian museum (more than 120,000 pieces from ancient Egypt, plus the amazing collection of king Tut Ankh Amen from the 18th dynasty, and the ancient mummies). Lunch would be in a tourist restaurant by the river Nile. Visit Islamic Cairo (the Citadel of Saladin, the alabaster mosque of Mohammed Ali, the Gawhara palace of Mohamed Ali, the mosque of Amr Ibn El-Aas the very first mosque built in Egypt. See Khan El-Khalili bazaar (where you can see the Al-Azhar mosque, and the very unique ancient Islamic streets and complex). Check-in your hotel Overnight.

Day 7: Cairo – Home

After breakfast transfer to Cairo airport for your final departure carrying your great memories from Egypt.

Tour Inclusions

Pick-up and drop-off services
Accommodation
Lunch Meals During Your Tours.
Egyptologist tour guides all over the tour.
All transportation with a private A.C car
Entering fees for all the sightseeing on the itinerary.
4×4 for the desert safari
All Service Charges and taxes.

Tour Exclusions

International Airfare.
Egypt entry visa.
Tipping.
Optional tours.

Tour Highlights

Giza pyramids, Sphinx, & Saqqara pyramids
Sound & Light show
Nile dinner cruises (optional)
Cairo museum
Khan El-Khalili
Citadel of Saladin
Islamic Cairo
El-Fayoum Oasis
Wadi El-Hitan
WAdi El-Rayan
Mudawara mountain.

Prices

Price is quoted per person in USD

Solo Traveler: $ +70% of adult rate
2 to 3 people: $1150
4 to 6 people: $999

Feel free to share your comments with us so we can make your tour tailored to your liking by adding or removing tours from the itinerary to suit your preference and requirements.

Why Travel With Us?

Expertise: Tours led by licensed Egyptologists with 20+ years of field
Comfort: Door-to-door private transportation in premium, AC-equipped vehicles.
Peace of Mind: 24/7 on-ground support to ensure your trip is flawless.
Local Authority: Research-backed itineraries that reveal the "hidden" Egypt.

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Book as soon as possible with the assistance of our knowledgeable staff.

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Make monthly little deposits for your Holiday Package. Final Payment due 20 days prior.

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Prices: Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Price varies depending on your group size

0 – 05.99 Free of Charge
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12+ pay full tour price per adult person.
Notes: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

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