3-Day Cairo Highlights Tour Package

Schedule: Daily Departures

Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights

Pickup & Drop-off: Cairo International Airport (CAI)

Accommodation Levels: 5-Star Standard, Luxury, and Ultra-Luxury Packages

Tour Type: Private Chauffeured & Egyptologist-Guided Tour

Tour Highlights

Immerse yourself in Egypt’s epic heritage on a curated 3-day private Cairo expedition. Perfect for travelers on a brief stopover, long weekend, or business layover, this fast-paced yet comprehensive itinerary covers the foundational landmarks of pharaonic civilization and the cultural tapestry of Coptic and Islamic Cairo.

• Giza Plateau & The Great Sphinx: Stand before the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, and inspect Khafre’s megalithic granite Valley Temple and the enigmatic Great Sphinx up close.
• Saqqara & Ancient Memphis: Marvel at the Step Pyramid of Djoser—the world's oldest major stone monumental structure—and walk through the foundational Old Kingdom capital of Memphis to view the colossal statue of Ramesses II.
• The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities: Tour the world-famous museum in Tahrir Square, home to over 250,000 artifacts including the legendary golden burial treasures of King Tutankhamun.
• The Citadel of Saladin & Alabaster Mosque: Overlook the skyline of Cairo from the medieval fortress and admire the Ottoman domes of the Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha.
• Coptic Cairo Heritage Walk: Discover historic Christian landmarks including the Hanging Church, the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga), and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
• Seamless Private Logistics: Enjoy chauffeured transfers in modern, air-conditioned vehicles and personalized insights from a private licensed Egyptologist throughout your stay.

Detailed 3-Day Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Coptic Cairo

• Arrive at Cairo International Airport (CAI). Your Ramasside Tours airport representative meets you inside the terminal holding a personalized name sign.
• Board a private, climate-controlled executive vehicle to begin your exploration of Egypt’s cultural evolution.
• Museum of Egyptian Antiquities (Tahrir Square): Begin with an extensive guided tour through the museum's historic halls, exploring 5,000 years of pharaonic statuary, royal sarcophagi, and the dazzling gold mask and funerary treasures of King Tutankhamun.
• Saladin Citadel & Mosque of Muhammad Ali: Climb the eastern limestone spur to tour the medieval fortress constructed by Salah al-Din. Step inside the soaring Ottoman-style Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha and take in sweeping panoramic vistas across greater Cairo.
• Old Coptic Cairo Heritage Trail: Walk the narrow, tranquil cobblestone alleys of Old Babylon:
• The Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa): Admire the iconic 3rd-century basilica built suspended above Roman fortress gatehouses.
• Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga): Descend toward the subterranean crypt traditionally believed to have sheltered the Holy Family during their flight into Egypt.
• Ben Ezra Synagogue: Visit the historic site renowned for the discovery of the medieval Cairo Genizah documents.
• Transfer to your selected luxury hotel for check-in.
• (Optional Evening): 2-hour 5-star Nile dinner cruise featuring open buffet dining, traditional Tanoura folk performances, and live oriental music.
• Overnight stay in Cairo.
• (Note: If your international flight arrives late on Day 1, this sightseeing program will seamlessly shift to Day 3 prior to your airport departure).

Day 2: Giza Pyramids, Saqqara Necropolis & Ancient Memphis

• Breakfast at your hotel. Meet your licensed private Egyptologist guide.
• The Giza Plateau: Stand before the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World: the Great Pyramid of Khufu, alongside the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure.
• The Great Sphinx & Valley Temple: Walk through the monumental limestone and granite halls of the Valley Temple—used anciently for royal mummification rites—and capture classic photos before the Great Sphinx.
• Saqqara Necropolis: Drive south to explore the revolutionary Step Pyramid complex built for Pharaoh Djoser by the royal architect Imhotep during the 3rd Dynasty (circa 2630 BC).
• The Ancient Capital of Memphis: Continue to Egypt’s first unified capital, founded by King Menes. Visit the open-air museum to view the colossal recumbent limestone statue of Ramesses II and the Alabaster Sphinx.
• (Optional Evening): Sound and Light Spectacular at the Giza Pyramids.
• Return transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Cairo.

Day 3: Final Departure from Cairo

• Breakfast at your hotel.
• (Note: Guests who arrived on late flights on Day 1 will complete their Museum, Citadel, and Old Cairo tour this morning).
• Meet your Ramasside Tours representative and driver for your private transfer to Cairo International Airport (CAI), with assistance through departure check-in and boarding gates.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

• 2 nights accommodation in Cairo on a bed-and-breakfast basis
• 1 full-day private tour to the Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin, Muhammad Ali Mosque, and Coptic Cairo
• 1 full-day private tour to the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara Step Pyramid, and Memphis
• All private tours and airport transfers in modern, air-conditioned vehicles
• Dedicated licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guides throughout all touring days
• All entrance tickets to scheduled attractions (Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Saqqara, Memphis, Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, and Coptic churches)
• Chilled bottled mineral water inside vehicles throughout all travel days
• All airport meet-and-assist services, highway tolls, parking fees, service charges, and municipal taxes

Exclusions

• Entry visa to Egypt
• International airfare
• Optional excursions (Nile River Dinner Cruise, Pyramids Sound & Light Show, King Tutankhamun tomb interior)
• Special interior tickets (inside the Great Pyramid burial chambers)
• Lunches, dinners, and beverages not specified in the itinerary (Optional lunch at Ocean View restaurant available for $15 per person)
• Professional vacation photographer add-on
• Gratuities / Tipping

Accommodation Options

TierCairo Hotels5-Star Standard (A)Le Méridien Pyramids / Steigenberger Pyramids / Ramses Hilton / Helnan / Barceló PyramidsLuxury (B)Kempinski Nile / Fairmont Nile City / Conrad Cairo / Marriott Cairo / Sheraton Cairo / Hilton Pyramids GolfUltra-LuxuryFour Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza / Marriott Mena House / The Nile Ritz-Carlton / Hyatt Regency Cairo

Tour Add-ons & Travel Notes

Executive Luxury Van Upgrade

Upgrade your city road transit to an executive luxury van featuring extra legroom, plush reclining captain chairs, dual-zone climate control, and onboard Wi-Fi.

VIP Private Tour with Dr. Zahi Hawass

Request an exclusive private tour led by world-renowned archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass, including private after-hours access inside the Giza Plateau and between the paws of the Great Sphinx away from all crowds.

Child Policy

• 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge
• 2 – 5.99 years: 25% of tour price
• 6 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult tour price
• 12+ years: Full adult rate

For reservations, customized flight schedules, and private VIP upgrades, contact us at: [email protected]