Lady in front of the Pyramids | Cairo | Egypt
FROM: CAD $535 pp
Cairo Stopover - 3 Days map

PRIVATE TOUR: Stopping over in Cairo? Why not extend your stay and explore the city of a thousand minarets for a stopover with a difference. Spend two nights in Egypt’s capital exploring the famous Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx, encountering royal mummies and touring the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Inclusions
Itinerary
Prices & Dates
Hotels

Trip Highlights

Marvel at the legendary Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx on the Giza Plateau
See the mummies of ancient Egyptian kings and queens at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to the treasures of the great Pharaohs including the famed 9kg solid Golden Mask of King Tutankhamun

Included

Breakfast daily
Guided tour of the Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza
Guided sightseeing on day 2 conducted by an English speaking Egyptian tour guide, qualified in Egyptology
All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
2 nights SUPERIOR hotel. STANDARD and DELUXE hotel options are also available upon request. Accommodation rating – See Trip Notes for details
Guided tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Royal Mummies' Hall at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
An airport arrival transfer on day 1 and a departure transfer on day 3

Not Included

International flights and visa
Entrance Fees: USD$60-70pp, paid in local currency
Tipping. We recommend you allow USD$20 per traveller per day of guiding for your guide, and an additional USD$10 per traveller per day for general tipping such as drivers, and bellmen, though ultimately tipping is an entirely personal gesture.

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to ancient Egypt!

Welcome to Egypt and the start of your city stay! Arrive Cairo and included transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. If your flight arrives early and you would like to pre-book touring arrangements, please enquire with your consultant.
Overnight: Cairo

Day 2

Pyramids & Egyptian Museums

After breakfast head out with your guide to the famous Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx. These ancient wonders are the sole survivors from the ancient Greek-listed Seven Wonders of the World and it is said that the pyramids are the planet’s oldest tourist attraction! Marvel at Cheops (Khufu) - the Great Pyramid which was constructed from over 2.5 million limestone blocks and is thought to have taken more than 20 years to construct. Whilst exploring Giza, you can opt to go inside one of the pyramids, subject to being open. Not built for the purpose of accommodating curious travellers, a visit inside one of the pyramids is hot, humid and not recommended for those that are claustrophobic – but you do feel a bit like Indiana Jones! For a real Arabian experience, why not hire a camel for a trot across the sands of Giza past one of the most famous backdrops in the world – great photo opportunities.

After time for lunch and a little respite, embark upon a guided tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum. In addition to witnessing the priceless funerary treasures of King Tutankhamen, including his legendary solid gold death mask, the museum boasts an astounding array of ancient Egyptian artefacts gathered from across Egypt and the world. Final stop of the day is the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization where you can see the remarkably well preserved mummies of ancient Egyptian kings and queens on display in the Royal Mummies' Hall. Once you’ve had your fill of ancient Egypt return to your hotel for an evening at leisure. Consider heading out to dinner at one of the restaurants that offer fantastic views of Cairo and the Nile. Ask your guide for some recommendations!

Please Note: the Grand Egyptian Museum is set to open late 2024. An official date has yet to be released. If travelling prior to the opening of the new facility we'll visit the Egyptian Museum instead.
Overnight: Cairo  |  Breakfast

Day 3

Cairo

Today marks the conclusion of our arrangement. Enjoy breakfast at leisure before hotel check out and included onward departure transfer to the airport. If your flight doesn’t depart until later today and you would like us to pre arrange further sightseeing, please enquire with your consultant.

For information about visas, top travel tips and much more, take a look through our travel guide.
Breakfast

Prefer some luxury...

You can on our 5 star Pyramid City break.
Enjoy a luxury city stay in a city that never ceases to amaze. Sleeping by the foot of the Giza Pyramids in the deluxe 5 star Le Meridien Pyramids. Enjoy a fabulous long weekend with the main sights included and free time to explore this ancient city your own way.

Prices & Dates

'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room, based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults. If travelling solo, an additional ‘1-person’ supplement will apply, contact us for details.

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Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

Pyramids Resort by Jaz, Cairo

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

Just a stone's throw from the Pyramids, the Pyramids Resort (formerly the Oasis Hotel) is a classic Egyptian hotel with beautiful expansive gardens. Rooms are very spacious with comfortable beds and fantastic en suite facilities. Wi-Fi is available and the buffet breakfast offers a good spread. In the evening the outdoor pool and fountains are lit up making the restaurant and bar the perfect place to spend an evening sipping on a cold glass of beer.

Sonesta Hotel, Towers & Casino Cairo, Cairo

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 5 Star Hotel

The Sonesta Hotel & Casino is a sophisticated and luxurious hotel offering spacious, en-suit rooms with opulent furnishings. Enjoy a cocktail at the poolside bar or indulge in a relaxing massage or Turkish steam bath at the full-service spa. With 5 restaurants located within the hotel you'll be spoilt for choice over dining options.

At a Glance

Range
Trip Type
Starts
Cairo
Ends
Cairo
Departs
Any day of the year
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 24
Hotel Rating
Our rating: Superior
Tour Guide
Yes - for all included sightseeing
Meals
Breakfast: 2
Countries
Minimum Age
5 yrs, accompanied by an adult
Arr. Transfer
Yes
Dep. Transfer
Yes
Click to play videoThe city of Cairo at the end of a dusty path in front of the setting sun

My husband, son and his wife and myself were very pleased with the service we had with your tour company. Amir our tour guide was very helpful and very pleasant to be with. I would highly recommend him. We could not have wished for better service both by him and the driver. Thank you for such a great tour of your country Egypt.

Edward and Pam Muise
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