Three Days in Cairo: Pyramids to Old Quarters
Discover Cairo across three well-paced days, combining the Giza Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum with historic Coptic churches and the winding lanes of Khan el-Khalili.
Egypt Tour Packages
Cairo, Upper Nile Valley & Abu Simbel Archaeology
Discover ancient Egyptian civilization traveling from the Giza pyramid fields to a classic Nile river cruise between Luxor and Aswan, highlighted by the colossal rock temples of Abu Simbel.
10 days · 9 nightsCairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu SimbelPrivate planningPersonal quotation
A closer look.
Begin with classical sites across the capital, exploring the Giza Plateau, Dahshur, Saqqara, and historic city collections. Domestic flights link Cairo to the ancient Theban capital of Upper Egypt.
Board an agreed cruise vessel sailing from Luxor past Edfu and Kom Ombo toward Aswan. An overland excursion reaches Ramesses II's majestic temples at Abu Simbel near Lake Nasser.
- Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx
- Saqqara Step Pyramid and Dahshur
- Nile river sailing from Luxor to Aswan
- Rock-hewn temples of Abu Simbel
A glimpse of the journey.
Destination photographs for inspiration. Select a photo to view it full size in a new tab. Photo credits and image changes.
Your itinerary.
A proposed sequence to discuss, with availability and practical arrangements confirmed before booking.
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Day 1 · Arrival
Land in Cairo where your airport coordinator welcomes you and arranges private vehicle transfer to your hotel for check-in and an evening at leisure.
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Day 2 · Cairo – Great Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, Memphis & Dahshur
Explore the Giza Plateau alongside your guide, examine antiquities in central Cairo museums, and drive south to inspect the ancient capital of Memphis and Dahshur.
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Day 3 · Memphis, Saqqara & Khan El Khalili
Tour the Step Pyramid complex of Djoser at Saqqara before returning into the bustling center to walk the vibrant artisan lanes of Khan el-Khalili.
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Day 4 · Luxor East Bank
Fly south to Luxor, embark on your river vessel, and walk through the vast Hypostyle Hall of Karnak before viewing Luxor Temple illuminated in town.
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Day 5 · Luxor West Bank
Descend into painted pharaonic tombs across the Valley of the Kings, view Hatshepsut's cliffside temple at Deir el-Bahari, and admire the Colossi of Memnon before sailing south through the river locks.
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Day 6 · Edfu Temple & Sailing to Kom Ombo
Visit Horus's sandstone temple at Edfu by horse carriage, then cruise along picturesque palm-fringed riverbanks toward the twin riverside sanctuary at Kom Ombo.
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Day 7 · Kom Ombo & Aswan Tour
Explore Kom Ombo's temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris, then sail into Aswan to tour the High Dam, Philae Island, and ancient granite quarries.
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Day 8 · Abu Simbel Tour
Travel south across the Nubian desert to stand before the colossal rock facades of Abu Simbel, returning to Aswan for a domestic flight to Cairo.
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Day 9 · Free Day in Cairo (optional Alexandria)
Spend a restful day in Cairo exploring personal interests at your own pace, or arrange an optional excursion northward to the Mediterranean port of Alexandria.
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Day 10 · Departure
Check out of your hotel and meet your private driver for the comfortable transfer to Cairo airport in good time for your flight home.
Included in the proposal.
- Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel pickup point and back
- Private historical guiding or excursion coordination in the language specified in your written quotation
- Route planning and scheduling across all stages listed in the confirmed programme
- Domestic flight or rail segments where expressly verified and itemized in your written quotation
- Overnight hotel or cruise accommodation for 9 nights only when the specific properties and meal basis are confirmed in your quotation
Not included unless quoted.
- International airfares, Egyptian entry visas, and travel insurance
- Monument entrance tickets, special interior tickets (such as inside the pyramids or Tutankhamun's tomb), and optional activities unless expressly itemized in your quotation
- Domestic flights, train tickets, or overnight hotel accommodation unless specifically listed in your confirmed quote
- Meals, restaurant beverages, personal shopping, and optional equipment rentals unless itemized
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, and crew
The practical details.
Pacing, walking surfaces and sun exposure
Archaeological sites and desert viewpoints involve uneven stone underfoot, steps, and open sun exposure. Wear comfortable closed-toe walking shoes, carry sun protection and water, and let us know in advance if anyone in your party has mobility considerations.
Museum and monument admission specifics
This itinerary preserves the exact museum and monument identities from the route—such as distinguishing Grand Egyptian Museum, Egyptian Museum in Tahrir. General site admission does not automatically cover separately ticketed royal tombs or pyramid interiors unless requested and itemized.
Illustrative photography and quotation transparency
All photographs displayed with this tour come from our licensed regional photo pool to illustrate the landscapes and monuments along the route; they do not depict an allocated vehicle, hotel room, or named cruise ship. Every service, transfer leg, and ticket inclusion is confirmed in writing before you commit.
The written quotation takes precedence over this suggested programme. Check the final services, guiding arrangements and any optional costs before confirming.
Good to know.
Are monument entrance tickets and meals included automatically?
The published itinerary describes the route and sightseeing sequence rather than a fixed ticket bundle. Your personal quotation clearly itemizes which entrance fees, local boat crossings, meals, and transport segments are included so there are no surprises on the day.
Which Cairo museum or monument selection does this itinerary follow?
We follow the specific monuments named in the itinerary—preserving whether the route visits Grand Egyptian Museum, Egyptian Museum in Tahrir—and can adjust the balance of stops in your quotation if you request a different museum focus.
Can pickup times and pacing be adjusted for our group?
Yes. Because ground touring and transfers are arranged privately for your party, start times, rest stops, and time spent at individual landmarks can be adapted around your hotel location, flight or port schedule, and walking pace.
Where will we be picked up?
The airport, station, or hotel pickup point stated in your confirmed itinerary. Your exact meeting details are agreed before travel.
How is my booking confirmed?
Send an enquiry first. We review availability and provide a written quotation with the itinerary, services, price and booking conditions. Sending the form does not reserve a service.
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