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wonderful Cairo and Alexandria 5 Days Tour package

$510/

Per Person
  • 05 Days / 04 Nights
  • Max People : 40
  • Cairo City , Alexandria

You need a unique 5-day Egypt tour itinerary, right? There is nothing more amazing than combining two beautiful Egyptian cities like Cairo, Egypt’s downtown, and Alexandria, the bride of the Mediterranean. With our special Cairo and Alexandria 5 Days Tour package, you will be able to see the entire Giza Pyramids Complex, the Mohamed Ali Mosque, the Salah El Din CitadelPompey’s Pillar, the Qaitbay Citadel, and the Alexandria Library.

This Cairo and Alexandria 5 days tour package is a mix of diversity and wonder. The experience is deeper than just visiting places. It starts in Cairo, the city that never sleeps, where antiquity meets vitality and the scent of history wafts through its old streets, while its present reflects a vibrant spirit of life and culture. Here, you feel like you’re at the heart of the world.

Then, the journey will take you north to Alexandria, the bride of the Mediterranean, where tranquility flows with the sea breeze, and the blue horizon opens its doors to relaxation and contemplation. A city different in its spirit, gentle in its rhythm, combining coastal beauty and cultural depth, giving you a sense of serenity after the hustle and bustle of the capital.

The Cairo and Alexandria tour is a perfect balance between discovery and pleasure, between movement and calm, giving you a complete experience that makes you feel like you’ve lived in more than one world in a single journey.

You can consider this an answer to the question, “What can you see in Egypt in 5 days?” So don’t wait and book this magical tour.

Cairo and Alexandria 5 Days Tour Package

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Embark on a 5 days adventure through Cairo and Alexandria, uncovering the rich layers of Egypt’s history. In Cairo, visit the majestic Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and the historic Islamic and Coptic quarters. Enjoy a Nile dinner cruise and explore the bustling bazaars. Then travel to Alexandria to discover the Roman Amphitheatre, Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, and the Qaitbay Citadel by the sea. This extended tour offers a deeper experience of Egypt’s cultural treasures.

Included and Excluded

  • Representative at airports for greeting and helping.
  • Three Lunch Meals During the Tour.
  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned car.
  • Accommodation in Cairo for 4 nights at 5* hotel.
  • The whole tour is strictly private tour.
  • Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
  • Entrance fees to all sites as referred on the itinerary.
  • All service charges and taxes.
  • Tipping.
  • Any Personal spending.
  • Any Optional activities.

Highlights of the Tour

  • The great Saqqara pyramids.
  • Memphis city.
  • The great sphinx.
  • The Egyptian Museum.
  • Khan – Khalili.
  • Pompey’s Pillar.
  • Catacombs of Kom Shoqafa.
  • Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
  • Qaitbay citadel.

Tour Itinerary

Arrival-Egypta-Tours Once you arrive at Cairo airport, our representative will be waiting for welcome and help you with your your entry procedures and luggage identification, then head to a 5* hotel for some rest.

Dinner time: 

In the evening, get ready to start your tour with a dinner cruise to enjoy the fabulous view of the river Nile, have fun with a belly dance and traditional Tanura show.  Then you will be transferred back to your hotel to spend your night.

  • Meals: Dinner.
  • Overnight: Cairo Hotel.

Full-Day-Tour-to-Giza Pyramids-Memphis-and-Sakrkara After taking your breakfast you will be guided by A/C vehicles to explore: 

The Giza Pyramids:

Giza Pyramids are considered tombs for the kings of ancient Egypt, representing a huge development of the idea of the first stepped pyramid of King Djoser, known as the Saqqara Step Pyramid. During the reign of King Khufu, the architect Hemion built the ideal pyramidal shape, followed By <strong>the pyramids of Khafre</strong> and Menkaure, completing the three pyramids, which are considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

The Great Sphinx:

It is a massive limestone statue of a mythical creature with a human head and a lion's body. It is believed to have been carved during the reign of King Khafre.

The Valley Temple:

The Valley Temple is a mortuary temple and the site of the mummification process in ancient Egypt. It's one of the best-preserved structures from ancient Egyptian civilization, made entirely of limestone and granite, and features impressive diorite statues of Khafre.

The Grand Egyptian Museum “GEM”:

The Grand Egyptian Museum is the world's largest museum dedicated to Egyptian civilization, showcasing unique artifacts, including the 15,000-piece collection of Tutankhamun, many on display for the first time. The museum's open, spacious design and natural lighting make it an architectural masterpiece.

Lunch time: 

During our journey the lunch will be at one of the most famous restaurants in Giza where you can taste the Egyptian dishes.  

Step Saqqara pyramid:

Saqqara is a region that's part of Memphis' necropolis, packed with Egyptian antiquities, including King Djoser's Step Pyramid, the oldest large-scale stone structure in history, plus pyramids belonging to several kings of the 5th and 6th dynasties. At the end of the day you will be transferred back to the hotel to take some rest and get ready for the next day of the journey. 

  • Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
  • Overnight: Cairo.

Egyptian _museum After your breakfast you will join your tour guide to explore: 

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum is the oldest antiquities museum in the Middle East. It houses a unique collection of Egyptian antiquities, including the famous Narmer Palette, which depicts the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt under one ruler. 

The National Museum Of Egyptian Civilization.

The NMEC is a newly constructed museum built in 2017 to showcase the majestic history and culture of Egypt starting from prehistorical times till the current moment. The museum contains up to 40000 pieces of artifacts from all time periods.

Lunch time:

The lunch meal will be served at one of the most wonderful local restaurants in this area.

Saladin's Citadel:

Saladin's Citadel is one of the most magnificent medieval military fortresses, with a top-notch strategic location providing defensive importance, controlling both Cairo and Fustat, and forming a natural barrier between the two cities. Its location also allows for communication between the citadel and the city during a siege, making it the last stronghold to retreat to if the city falls to the enemy. Saladin dug a well in the citadel to provide water for the army and inhabitants in case of a siege. The well is 90 meters deep, carved into the rock, which was a massive undertaking at the time.

Muhammad Ali mosque:

The Mosque of Muhammad Ali, also known as the Alabaster Mosque or the Marble Mosque, is one of the most famous historical mosques in Cairo. It was built in the Ottoman style and has undergone several restoration processes. The lunch will be at one of the local restaurants in Cairo.

Al-Muizz Street:

Al-Muizz Street, which is considered Great Cairo's main street and the heart of the city, represents an open-air museum of Islamic architecture, with old alleys and streets such as Darb El-Ahmar, Harat Berjuwan, El-Ghouri.

Khan El-Khalili:

Khan El-Khalili,  It was a source of inspiration for Egyptian writers and authors like Naguib Mahfouz. The place is a tourist attraction due to the presence of markets, bazaars, shops, and popular restaurants. The khan is built in a square shape, surrounding a large courtyard, similar in shape to a caravanserai. After that you will be transferred to the hotel to spend your night. 

  • Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
  • Overnight: Cairo.

Pompye's-Pilar After taking your breakfast you will join our tour guide to be transferred by A/C vehicles go to Alexandria where you will enjoy visiting: 

Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa.

The Kom El Shoqafa tombs are one of the most famous archaeological sites in Alexandria and one of the city's most significant tombs. They were considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages. The statues were carved in an Egyptian style mixed with Roman techniques, like clothing and hairstyles. 

Qaitbay Citadel. 

Qaitbay citadel in Alexandria was constructed on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The fort features a statue of Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, at its highest point.

Pompey's Pillar.

The Column of Serapeum, also known as the Pompey's Pillar, is a Roman column and one of Alexandria's most important landmarks. It was built on top of the Serapeum hill, standing 27 meters tall, made of red granite. It was constructed to honor the emperor Diocletian and is called the Column of Serapeum due to its towering height. The lunch will be at a seafood restaurant, then enjoy visiting:

Lunch time: 

Lunch will be served at a seafood restaurant in Alexandria, then head to explore:

Alexandria Library.

The Library of Alexandria is the first public government library known in history and was the largest library of its time. The Library of Alexandria was established by the successors of Alexander the Great. The fame of the ancient Library of Alexandria (Bibliotheca Alexandrina) is due to it being the oldest public government library in the ancient world, not because it was the first library in the world, as temple libraries were known to ancient Egyptians. At the end of the day you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo for your overnight stay.

  • Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
  • Overnight: Cairo.

Departure-Egypta-Tours After your breakfast, our representative will get you to Cairo International Airport as Your Final Departure departure.

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Frequently Asked & Questions

Our 5-day package typically includes: Accommodation in 4 or 5-star hotels (depending on your selection) in Cairo and Alexandria. Daily breakfast. All transfers between airports, hotels, and tour sites via air-conditioned private vehicles. Experienced, licensed Egyptologist tour guides for all sightseeing. Entrance fees to all mentioned sites in the itinerary (e.g., Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa). Domestic flights or train tickets between Cairo and Alexandria (if applicable and specified in the detailed itinerary). All taxes and service charges.

The tour package generally does not include: International flights to and from Egypt. Egyptian entry visa fees. Meals other than breakfast (lunches and dinners are usually optional or at your own expense unless specified). Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, laundry, phone calls). Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff. Any optional activities or excursions not listed in the main itinerary. Travel insurance.

We offer a choice of 4-star or 5-star hotels in both Cairo and Alexandria. All selected hotels are reputable, comfortable, and well-located, offering a pleasant stay. Specific hotel names will be provided upon booking confirmation, or you can inquire about options beforehand.

Travel between Cairo and Alexandria is typically by comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle. Depending on the itinerary and your preference, a first-class train journey can also be arranged.

Only daily breakfast at your hotel is included. This allows you the flexibility to choose your own lunch and dinner options, exploring local cuisine or dining at your hotel. We can provide recommendations for restaurants.

Yes, for all sightseeing tours, you will be accompanied by a private, licensed Egyptologist tour guide who will provide in-depth information about the sites and answer your questions.

Key highlights typically include: Cairo: Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, Citadel of Salah El Din, Mohamed Ali Mosque. Alexandria: Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel, Alexandria Library, Roman Amphitheatre.

The tour involves a moderate amount of walking and standing at historical sites. While suitable for most, participants should be able to walk comfortably for extended periods and climb stairs. Please inform us of any specific mobility concerns so we can make appropriate arrangements or recommendations.

The best time to visit Cairo and Alexandria is during the cooler months, from October to April. Temperatures are milder and more comfortable for sightseeing. Summer months (June-August) can be very hot.

You can book this tour package by contacting our sales team via email, phone, or through the booking form on our website. We will guide you through the booking process, confirm availability, and provide payment details. A deposit is usually required to secure your booking, with the balance due closer to your travel date.

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Pricing Policy

All prices are listed in US Dollars, but you can also pay in Euros or British Pounds.
Please note: Prices are quoted per person.

  • 0 to 01 – Free.
  • From 2 to 5 – You will have a 25% discount on the total value of the tour.
  • From 6 to 11 – You will have a 50% discount on the total value of the tour.
  • With more than 12 you will be treated as an adult and must pay the total price of the tour.
  • If your travel package includes airfare, there may be an extra fee for each child accompanying you.
  • The child policy applies to children who share rooms with their parents (maximum of 1 child sharing the parents’ room)
  • Reservations should be made as soon as possible.
  • The payment of the total amount must be made at the time of booking confirmation and can be made by credit or debit card (Visa and Mastercard) via Verisign Secured system on our website

We don’t charge a cancellation fee for tours canceled for “force majeure” reasons, such as volcanoes, earthquakes, or other reasons. If the cancellation is due to personal or business reasons and we have already incurred costs on your behalf, these costs will be transferred to you.

 
 
  • All our packages and tours of Egypt do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites such as visiting inside the pyramids, the Museum where the Solar Boat is located in the pyramid area, or to enter the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
  • If you wish to visit one or all of these areas, please contact us by email as soon as possible, so that we can make the necessary arrangements.
  • Tips are not mandatory. And a form of appreciation for the services provided.
  • Whether you offer a tip or not, we thank you for choosing us to help you on your tour and we hope we have pleased you.
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