5 Days Cairo Itinerary with Alexandria

Egypt Tours Packages is a travel company that specializes in offering a variety of tour packages for those looking to explore Egypt. Egypt Tour Packages representative will meet & assist you at  Cairo  International Airport, Transfer to the hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle

Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo in Giza at 8:00 am and get ready for your Private day tour to the  Pyramids of Giza with a Private tour guide First, you will visit the Great Pyramid of Giza (also known as the Pyramid of Khufu or the Pyramid of Cheops ) is the oldest and largest of the pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex. It is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one to remain largely intact.

The Pyramids of  Cheops :

The Great Pyramid of Giza is the largest Egyptian pyramid and served as the tomb of pharaoh Khufu, who ruled during the Fourth Dynasty. The Great Pyramid was built as a tomb for the Fourth Dynasty Egyptian pharaoh Khufu and it is estimated that it was built in the 26th century BC around 27 years.

Initially standing at 146.5 metres (481 feet), the Great Pyramid was the tallest man-made structure in the world for more than 3,800 years. Throughout history, the majority of the smooth white limestone casing was removed, which lowered the pyramid's height to the present 138.5 metres. What is seen today is the underlying core structure. The base was measured to be about 230.3 metres (755.6 ft) square, giving a volume of roughly 2.6 million cubic metres (92 million cubic feet), which includes an internal hillock

If you wish to visit the burial chamber of King Cheops. Then we will visit the Pyramid of Chephren or Khafre. This is the second-tallest and second-largest of the 3 Ancient Egyptian Pyramids of Giza and the tomb of the Fourth-Dynasty pharaoh Khafre (Chefren), who ruled c. 2558−2532 BC .Then we will the Pyramid of Mykerinus. Enjoy a Panoramic View of the 3 Pyramids of Giza

We go head to visit the Valley Temple of king Chephren. While doing that you can have a closer look at the Great   the Great Sphinx is one of the world's largest monuments. It is also one of the most recognizable relics of the ancient Egyptians. Sphinx  - the legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren. 

After witnessing the greatness of the pyramids you will be hungry.So let's take a break for a delicious Egyptian lunch where you will lose your mind because of the most tasty food you will eat 

Tired?! Not now as it is the time of the fabulous Egyptian museum that contains many important pieces of ancient Egyptian history. It houses the world's largest collection of pharaonic antiquated 

If you wish to visit the mummy's royal hall, where you will have the feeling of strolling down the   Used as a burial chamber for nearly 500 years, the Valley of the Kings was used for royal burials for the Kings,their families, and their possessions. Valley of the Kings  where most of these mummies were originally resting then ask your Tripguide to take you to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization . It will cost 50 $ Extra per person.

Tour to the grand Egyptian museum

Museum in Giza, Egypt, housing archaeological artifacts from thousands of years of human civilization in Egypt The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is currently in its trial opening phase, which began in October 2024. Visitors can explore several key sections, including the Great Hall, the Grand Staircase, and 12 main galleries showcasing artifacts from various periods of Egyptian history. However, some sections, such as the Tutankhamun, ruled as a boy only for a short time. He is most famous because his tomb was discovered almost intact and full of treasures in 1922 Tutankhamun galleries, remain closed and will be accessible upon the museum's full official opening, which is expected at a later date​​​​​​.

 Now we reach the tour ends after about 8 hours you will be transferred to your hotel 

After breakfast, Meet your private tour guide to visit Islamic and Coptic Cairo including:

Salah el-Din Citadel:
It served as Egypt's seat of government till the 1860s, Cairo Citadel is a magnificent fortress. It was constructed during Salah ad-Din reign. The construction work started in 1176 and was completed in 1182. Then pay a visit 

Old Cairo:

Visit Old Cairo to see major attractions such as the Hanging Church, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Church of St. Barbara, and the Church of Abu Serga, one of the oldest Coptic churches in Cairo

Mohamed Ali Mosque:
It was constructed between 1830 and 1848, the mosque was named " The Alabaster Mosque" because most of the walls were made of pure alabaster. The mosque is a replica of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul

Lunch will be served in a Local restaurant in Old Cairo

Khan el-Khalili, located in Cairo, Egypt, is a well-known bazaar . It was originally established during the Mamluk era as a trading hub. Khan El Khalili Bazaar:
No visit to Cairo is complete without a stop at Khan EL Khalili bazaar; one of the most famous and oldest bazaars in the Middle East. Transfer to your Hotel after the Tour

Overnight in Cairo

Pick Up time from your hotel in Cairo or Giza at 09:00 am with your Egyptologist tour guide, Enjoy a fantastic orientation tour of Cairo  excursion that takes in the major 
The tallest building in North Africa since construction ended in 1961, the iconic Cairo Tower offers incredible panoramic views over the Egyptian capital.
Cairo Tower
The iconic Cairo Tower
Cairo Tower, soaring over the Egyptian capital at 614 feet (187 metres) in height, was the tallest tower in the whole of Africa for ten years after it was built, and remains the tallest in North Africa to this day.
From the outside, the intricate latticework of the concrete tower, open at the top to reveal its crown of an observation deck, is designed to represent a Pharaonic lotus flower, one of the symbols of Ancient Egypt. The landmark is illuminated each evening in different colours, making it a truly beautiful sight against the night sky.
Continue to the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest bazaars in the Middle East. Discover a maze of alleys that have been at the centre of Cairo’s trading activities since the 14th century. 
Dinner Cruise on the Nile 
Around 7 pm, pick up from your hotel to enjoy a dinner at the Nile cruise for 2 hours then back to your hotel 
overnight in Cairo 

After breakfast,you will transfer to Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, has many reasons to be famous. Alexandria to start your trip in   Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, has many reasons to be famous. Alexandria with visiting 
The Catacombs Kom el Shoqafa  :
Archaeologists believe that the catacomb of Kom el Shoqafa was started in the 2nd century A.D. and was used to intern the dead for the next 200 years. this was a period in the history of the city of   Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, has many reasons to be famous. Alexandria when there was a great mixture of different cultures. Of course, there was the ancient history of the great Egyptian kingdoms which went back thousands of years
Pompey Pillar:
Has nothing to do with Pompey. The story behind the name refers to the possible burial ground of the Roman general when he fled to Egypt and was assassinated after losing a major battle in Greece against Caesar. The red granite column was probably built to honor Emperor Diocletian. Today it stands 25 meters high and is the tallest ancient monument in   Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, has many reasons to be famous. Alexandria
The Citadel of Sultan Qeitbay:
The Citadel was built in the 15th Century by the Mamlouk Sultan Qeitbay, To Guard the city against the threat of Crusaders, This wonderful Islamic Monument was built by the use of the ruins of the old Lighthouse that was constructed by Ptolemy 11 in the 3rd Century A.c. The Lighthouse was damaged during an Earthquake that Occurred in Egypt in 1303 A.c during the reign of the Mamlouk King Qeitbay

The new Library of Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, has many reasons to be famous. Alexandria :
The Library of   Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, has many reasons to be famous. Alexandria was reborn in October 2002 to reclaim the mantle of its ancient namesake. It is not just an extraordinarily beautiful building; it is also a vast complex where the arts, history, philosophy, and science come together. Moreover, the myriad activities it offers have made it a place for open discussion, dialogue, and understanding.Back to Cairo.overnight in Cairo

Breakfast at the hotel then a representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you through final your departure formalities.