From Alexandria: Cairo, Pyramids & Egyptian Museum Day Tour

Islamic Cairo, Cairo



Enjoy a blissful day of sightseeing on a tour to Cairo from Alexandria. Marvel at the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, visit the Egyptian Museum, explore Old Cairo, and shop at Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

Highlights

  • Day sightseeing tour in Cairo from Alexandria
  • Visit the Great Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx
  • Explore Khan El Khalili, the historic bazaar of Cairo

Description

This full-day tour begins with a hotel pickup in Alexandria and transfer to Cairo. You will visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, followed by the Great Sphinx, which features a pharaoh’s head on a lion’s body from the time of Chephren. The tour includes a stop at the Valley Temple associated with the Pyramid of Chephren.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo before visiting the Egyptian Museum, home to over 250,000 authentic artifacts showcasing 5,000 years of Egyptian art and history. Next, explore Coptic Cairo with visits to the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue, highlighting the area’s Christian and Jewish heritage.

In Islamic Cairo, wander through Khan El Khalili bazaar. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Alexandria.

Note: The entrance ticket grants access to the pyramid area but not inside the pyramids. Entry to a pyramid can be purchased onsite if desired.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at hotels in Alexandria
  • Entrance fees to all listed sites
  • Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private Egyptologist guide
  • Lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • Shopping tour in Cairo
  • All taxes and service charges

Excludes

  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tipping
  • Beverages and water during lunch

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection. Morning tours offer cooler temperatures and fewer crowds. Book in advance to secure your preferred date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to the Great Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and Khan El Khalili bazaar in Cairo.
You will be picked up from your hotel in Alexandria and transferred to Cairo by a private vehicle provided by the tour operator.
A private guide accompanies you throughout the tour to provide information and help explore the sites in Cairo.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to the Egyptian Museum to see its extensive collection of Pharaonic artifacts.
Yes, the Great Sphinx is one of the key landmarks you will see during the tour in Cairo.
You can explore and shop at Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s historic bazaar included in the itinerary.
The tour starts early in the morning with pickup from your Alexandria hotel; check the tour operator’s website for exact times.
Tickets are typically arranged by the tour provider, but it’s best to confirm if advance booking is included when you reserve your tour.
The drive takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours each way, depending on traffic conditions.
Lunch inclusion varies by tour package, so check the details on the booking page or contact the provider directly.

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