Cairo & Alexandria: 2-Day Highlights Private Tour from Cairo
Qasr El-Nil, Cairo
Set off on a 2-day private tour. Discover the beauty of Egypt's two major cities. Visit the pyramids, museums, and the Khalili Bazaar in Cairo. Get to know the Pride of the Sea, Alexandria.
Highlights
- Private tour covering Cairo and Alexandria
- Visit the Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- Expert guided insights throughout the tour
- Explore Alexandria’s Roman Theatre, Catacombs, and Library
Description
Day 1 begins with a morning pickup from your Cairo or Giza hotel. Visit the Pyramids of Giza: Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos. Explore the Valley Temple, where King Chephren was mummified, and see the Sphinx, the monumental statue with a lion’s body and Chephren’s head.
Lunch at a local restaurant is included. Afterward, visit the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, home to over 250,000 artifacts spanning 5,000 years. End the day with a one-hour visit to the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, known for brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, and antiques. Return to your hotel in Cairo.
On Day 2, travel to Alexandria by air-conditioned vehicle (about 130 miles). Visit the Roman Theatre with 800 marble seats and mosaic floors. Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, featuring three levels of tombs and 2nd-century statues. Visit the Alexandria Library and see Qaytbay Citadel and El Mursi Abu Elabas mosque. Enjoy free time for a walk and a local lunch before returning to your hotel in Cairo.
Includes
- Entrance fees to all listed sites
- Lunches on both days
- Experienced tour guide
- All transfers in a private, modern vehicle
Excludes
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available when cancelled up to 24 hours in advance.
Book in advance to secure your preferred dates. Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection. Morning departures are recommended to avoid midday heat.
