3-Day Cairo, Giza & Alexandria Tour: Private Guide & Nile Cruise

A journey through millennia of Egypt, from pyramid plateau to Nile at sunset.

A private 3-day tour of Giza, Cairo and Alexandria with a dedicated guide, air-conditioned van and all site entry included. Day one covers the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Saqqara's Step Pyramid and the Red Pyramid at Dahshur. Day two takes you to Alexandria's Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Castle and the Library of Alexandria. Day three explores Cairo's Grand Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo's Hanging Church and synagogue, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali at the Citadel, and Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, ending with a dinner cruise on the Nile.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Giza pyramids, Saqqara & Dahshur

• Pickup by private guide at 8:00 AM
• Explore Great Pyramid of Giza
• Visit Pyramid of Khafre and funeral temple
• See Pyramid of Menkaura and Queen’s Pyramids
• View the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple
• Take photos at panoramic pyramid viewpoint
• Enjoy traditional lunch at local restaurant
• Visit Saqqara Step Pyramid of King Djoser
• Explore tomb of high official and Pyramid of King Titi
• See Pyramid of King Unas and inscriptions
• Discover Dahshur Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid
• Return to hotel

Day 2: Alexandria city tour

• Meet guide at hotel lobby at 7:00 AM
• Drive to Alexandria (2.5 hours)
• Visit Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
• See Pompey Pillar and Serapium temple remains
• Tour Caitbay Castle fortress
• Have lunch at local restaurant
• Visit Alexandria Library
• Return to Cairo hotel

Day 3: Cairo city highlights tour

• Visit Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
• Tour Hanging Church in Old Cairo
• Visit crypt under Church of Abu Serga
• Explore Ben Ezra Synagogue
• Visit Citadel of Salah El-Din
• Tour Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque
• Enjoy lunch at local restaurant
• Shop at Khan El Khalili Bazaar
• Return to hotel

The experience

Your guide picks you up at 8:00 AM on day one to start at Giza Plateau, where you'll stand before the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaura and three Queen's Pyramids. You'll face the Great Sphinx guarding the plateau, visit the Valley Temple where pharaohs were prepared for mummification, and stop at a panoramic viewpoint for photos of the pyramids against Cairo's skyline. Lunch follows at a local restaurant before you head south to Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of King Djoser: the oldest major stone structure in the world, built around 2700 BC. You'll explore the tomb of a high official decorated with scenes of daily life, the Pyramid of King Titi with its pyramid texts, and the Pyramid of King Unas, known for its mystical inscriptions about the afterlife. The day ends at Dahshur, where you'll see the Red Pyramid built by King Sneferu and glimpse the Bent Pyramid, a unique architectural marvel showing the evolution of pyramid design.

Day two begins at 7:00 AM with a two-and-a-half-hour drive to Alexandria, the Greek city founded by Alexander the Great in 332 BC. You'll descend into the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, the largest cemetery for Greeks and Romans in Egypt, discovered by chance in 1900 when a donkey's leg fell through a shaft. The three underground floors blend Ancient Egyptian art with Greek and Roman style. Next is Pompey's Pillar, the remains of the Serapium temple of the goddess Serapis, where a pillar stands atop the ruins: mistakenly named by Crusaders who thought Pompey's head had hung there. You'll visit Qaitbay Castle, built by the Mamluk sultan in 1456 AD as a fortress against enemies approaching by sea, constructed on the original site of a lighthouse. After lunch at a local restaurant, you'll see the Library of Alexandria, rebuilt in 2003 on the site of the original library founded by King Ptolemy I and completed by King Ptolemy II in the second century. The original burned during the conflict between Ptolemy XIII and Julius Caesar. Your guide returns you to your Cairo hotel by evening.

Day three focuses on Cairo itself. You'll start at the Grand Egyptian Museum, the newest and largest archaeological museum in the world, where your guide brings ancient Egypt to life through legendary artifacts and royal treasures, many displayed publicly for the first time. A true highlight is the Treasures of King Tutankhamun: jewelry, ceremonial items and personal belongings of the boy king preserved for over 3,000 years. Next comes Old Cairo, where you'll visit the Hanging Church, one of Egypt's oldest and most beautiful churches, built atop the Roman Tower of the Fortress of Babylon. You'll descend into the sacred crypt beneath the Church of Abu Serga, believed to be where the Holy Family found refuge during their journey through Egypt, then visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue, once the heart of Cairo's Jewish community. The Citadel of Salah El-Din follows, perched high above Cairo with panoramic views of the entire city. Inside stands the Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, built in the early 19th century by Mohamed Ali, a masterpiece of Ottoman-Turkish architecture with towering minarets, gleaming alabaster walls and vast domes. After lunch, you'll explore Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest and most famous markets in the Middle East, where narrow alleys overflow with colorful spices, handmade crafts, jewelry, perfumes and souvenirs. Your final evening ends with a scenic dinner cruise on the Nile before your guide returns you to your hotel.

What’s included

• Your private guide in your choice of language.
• air-conditioned van for all transport.
• bottled water throughout the three days.
• entrance fees to the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Valley Temple, Saqqara's Step Pyramid and other pyramid sites, Dahshur's Red and Bent Pyramids, Alexandria's Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Castle and Library of Alexandria, Cairo's Grand Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo's churches and synagogue, and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali at the Citadel.
• a scenic dinner cruise on the Nile on the final evening.

Options for this experience

2 options

Car and guide onlyGuide in 5 languages · 07:00, 08:00, 09:00 and 10:00Includes a professional guide, a private car, and bottled water. Duration: 3 days. Pickup is included.

All InclusiveGuide in 5 languages · 07:00, 08:00, 09:00 and 10:00Duration: 3 days. Everything is included: 3 meals at local restaurants, a qualified guide, a camel ride, entrance fees, a dinner cruise, and pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00, 08:00, 09:00 and 10:00

AgesAdult (12 to 60 years) · Child (7 to 11 years) · Infant (1 to 6 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Kemet Grand Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the all-inclusive option if you want meals and logistics handled across all three days. Pick car and guide only if you prefer to choose your own restaurants and have flexibility with timing. Either way, the private guide and dedicated van mean you move at your own pace through each site without waiting for a group to gather.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (7 to 11 years); Infant (1 to 6 years).

What's included in the 3-day tour price?

Your private guide, air-conditioned van, bottled water and all entrance fees to every site on the itinerary are included. You choose between an all-inclusive option that adds meals, or a car-and-guide-only option where you arrange your own dining.

What is the Step Pyramid at Saqqara, and why is it significant?

The Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara is the oldest major stone structure in the world, built around 2700 BC. It marks a revolutionary moment in ancient construction: the first time massive stone blocks were stacked to create a monumental building, and it shows how pyramid design evolved over centuries.

How far is Alexandria from Cairo, and how much time do we spend there?

Alexandria is about two and a half hours' drive north of Cairo. Day two is dedicated entirely to Alexandria, starting at 7:00 AM and returning you to your Cairo hotel by evening, giving you a full day to explore the Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Castle and the Library of Alexandria.

Can I visit the Grand Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo on the same day?

Yes. Day three combines both: you start at the Grand Egyptian Museum in the morning to see the Treasures of King Tutankhamun and other artifacts, then move to Old Cairo in the afternoon to visit the Hanging Church, the Church of Abu Serga and the Ben Ezra Synagogue before heading to the Citadel and Khan El-Khalili Bazaar.

Is this tour accessible for people with mobility challenges?

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and transportation options are wheelchair accessible. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free can be accommodated if you indicate them when booking.