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
Two-Day Cairo & Luxor Journey from Marsa Alam
Fly from Marsa Alam on a two-day expedition connecting Cairo and Luxor, taking in the Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, Karnak, and the West Bank royal tombs.
2 days · 1 nightCairo, Luxor & Marsa AlamPrivate planningPersonal quotation
A closer look.
Depart the Red Sea coast at Marsa Alam for an intensive two-day cultural journey across Egypt's two historic capitals, linked by domestic flights and private touring.
Explore the Giza Plateau, the classic Egyptian Museum, and Khan el-Khalili on day one, followed by ancient Thebes with Karnak and the Valley of the Kings on day two.
- Domestic flight connections from Marsa Alam
- Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum
- Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple in Luxor
- Karnak Temple's Hypostyle Hall on the East Bank
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 · Cairo Unraveling Ancient Wonders
Fly to Cairo to tour the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx with your guide, view treasures at the Egyptian Museum, explore Khan el-Khalili, and transfer for your flight to Luxor.
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Day 2 · Marvels of Luxor and Return to Marsa Alam
Tour Karnak Temple on the East Bank, visit the Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings, and Hatshepsut's terraced temple on the West Bank, then transfer for your return to Marsa Alam.
Included in the proposal.
- Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Cairo, Luxor & Marsa Alam 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 1 night 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 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 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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