Explore the Wonders of Egypt: 6-Day Tour to the Pyramids, Cairo, and Bahariya Oasis
Embark on an unforgettable 6-day adventure through Egypt’s most iconic landmarks and breathtaking landscapes. This comprehensive tour combines the historic marvels of Cairo, the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza, and the stunning natural beauty of Bahariya Oasis. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an adventure seeker, or a cultural explorer, this journey offers a perfect blend of ancient history, vibrant culture, and desert landscapes.
Your Egyptian adventure begins upon your arrival in Cairo, the bustling capital city renowned for its rich history and vibrant culture. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and settle in. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a leisurely evening exploring local markets such as Khan El Khalili, where you can shop for souvenirs, spices, and traditional crafts. Experience authentic Egyptian cuisine at a local restaurant before resting for the exciting days ahead.
Kick off your tour with a visit to the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. These monumental structures showcase ancient Egyptian engineering and ingenuity. Don’t forget to take iconic photos with the Sphinx, a mysterious limestone statue with a lion’s body and a human head.
Explore the Solar Boat Museum to see the ancient vessel buried alongside Khufu’s pyramid, offering insight into the ancient Egyptians’ beliefs about the afterlife. In the afternoon, visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, home to thousands of artifacts including Tutankhamun’s treasures and ancient mummies. End the day with a relaxing dinner at a traditional Egyptian restaurant.
Spend your third day immersing yourself in Cairo’s rich history and vibrant culture. Visit Salah El-Din Citadel, a medieval Islamic fortification offering panoramic views of Cairo. Explore the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali, an architectural masterpiece.
Next, head to Coptic Cairo to discover ancient Christian sites, including the Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue. Experience the lively atmosphere of local markets and sample Egyptian street food. In the evening, enjoy a spectacular Nile River dinner cruise, complete with traditional music and dance performances.
Leave Cairo behind and embark on a scenic drive to Bahariya Oasis, approximately 4-5 hours away. This hidden gem in the Western Desert offers stunning landscapes, ancient ruins, and hot springs. Upon arrival, check into a desert camp or boutique hotel and relax amid the tranquil surroundings.
In the afternoon, explore the local villages, visit the Bawiti Oasis, and see the old English House, a relic from British colonial times. Enjoy a traditional Bedouin dinner under the stars, experiencing the authentic desert life.
Dedicate your fifth day to exploring the natural wonders of Bahariya Oasis. Take a 4×4 safari tour through the Black Desert, known for its volcanic black rocks and surreal landscapes. Visit the Valley of Agabat, a striking area with colorful rock formations and ancient inscriptions.
Discover the Temple of Alexander the Great, an archaeological site with remnants of Greek influence. Continue to the Crystal Mountain, where mineral formations glisten in the sunlight. Optional activities include relaxing in hot springs or taking a dip in the nearby springs to unwind after your desert adventures.
On your final day, enjoy a leisurely breakfast before driving back to Cairo. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing. Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure, bringing home unforgettable memories of Egypt’s ancient treasures and natural beauty.
This 6-day Egypt tour offers a perfect combination of history, culture, and natural exploration. From the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza and Cairo’s museums to the tranquil deserts of Bahariya Oasis, you’ll experience the diverse facets of Egypt. Ideal for travelers seeking a comprehensive Egyptian adventure, this tour provides guided experiences, comfortable accommodations, and authentic local encounters.
Book your Egypt 6-day tour today and immerse yourself in the timeless allure of one of the world’s most captivating civilizations. Discover Egypt’s ancient wonders and natural landscapes in a journey you’ll cherish forever!
Welcome to Egypt. Our airport transfer team is available 24/7. As soon as you get out of the exit gate of the Terminal, you will find Ancient Egypt Tours representative, holding a sign, waiting to meet and greet you. He will escort you to your private A/C vehicle. You will be transferred to the hotel and the reception manager will assist you in check-in procedures as smooth as possible. Ancient Egypt Tours agent will contact you to agree on a meeting time with you
In case you arrive early then check-in limit you can enjoy waiting in the hotel until check-in time or you can ask your operator to book you a pre-tour extra night and get checked in immediately
Optional Tour:
2-hour open buffet dinner Nile cruise including a belly dancer, local band and skirt rotation performer if your tour starts in Cairo
Sound and Light show if available
Overnight in Cairo
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be escorted by your private guide to visit the ever-famous Get ready to be astonished by The Grand Egyptian Museum tour. walking through layers and layer of Egyptian history. Each hall unpacks breathtaking artifacts. Each piece is loaded with history, architecture and significance. Experience King Tutankhamen’s possessions and history like you have never before. The visit lasts a couple of hours but the experience lasts for a life time
Before extending your trip, you will be served with a warm delightful lunch meal at a high-quality restaurant.
After lunch, you will move on to Coptic Cairo to visit Babylon Fortress and the Hanging Church, Church of St. Barbara, Church of St. Sergius and Ben Ezra synagogue.
Enrich you tour with a visit to Amr Ibn El-Aas Mosque which is the very first mosque built in Egypt.
Enjoy your Bahariya Oasis Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to enjoy a day tour to Bahariya Oasis At 06:00 am and transfer to private A/C vehicle to Bahariya Oasis about 350 km west Giza, this journey takes about 4hours, upon arrival to Bahariya change your car to use the 4×4 then go through the desert 40 km to visit the black desert. Then lunch will be served at local restaurant looking over well-called el Hez where you can swim relax before or after lunch
Black Desert is a region of volcano-shaped and widely spaced mounds, distributed along about 30 km in western Egypt between the White Desert in the south and the Bahariya Oasis in the north. Most of its mounds are capped by basalt sills, giving them the characteristic black color. Finally, you will drive back to Cairo.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be escorted by your private guide to Egyptian Civilization, located near Old Cairo, at the archaeological site of Fustat which was the Egyptian capital about 1400 years ago, also known as the NEMEC Museum and overlooks Lake Ain Al-Sira. And very close to most of the Islamic and Coptic monuments in Cairo, it also displays collectibles from the Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic, Islamic and modern civilizations. The main exhibition hall displays the four main crafts that shaped the Egyptian civilization: pottery, wood, textiles and ornaments, and you can see there The oldest artificial finger worldwide, the skeleton of a man dating back 30,000 years, the Kiswa of the Kaaba which was last made in Egypt during the era of President Nasser and the Mahmal which carried the covering from Egypt to Saudi Arabia every year. In a large presentation, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization is considered the first museum in the world that presents a comprehensive view of Egyptian civilization throughout history, from prehistoric times to modern history. A large part of the museum is the hall where the mummies are now displayed, not only that, wander the royal mummies hall, and see the golden sarcophagi and the remains of the pharaohs of the past. Find out more about famous rulers such as King Ramses II and Queen Hatshepsut
Before extending your trip, you will be served with a warm delightful lunch meal at a high-quality restaurant.
After lunch, you will move on to visit the Citadel of Salah El-Din, where you will see the view of all Cairo, as you will visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque which is considered the largest to be built in the beginning of the 19th century the ruler of Egypt (1805-1849) who ruled Egypt over 45 years & it is built in Baruk style.
If there is enough time, you will take a walk in Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the most Historically famous and oldest Market in the Middle East. Back to your hotel
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you leave to the airport for your flight back home. Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up and transfer you to the airport.
If your flight is early before breakfast time you can make arrangements with the hotel to prepare a breakfast box for you to take it on your way to the airport
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| Room Type | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| Single Room | 1500 $ |
| Twin Room | 1125 $ |
| Triple Room | 1050 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| Single Room | 1100 $ |
| Twin Room | 850 $ |
| Triple Room | 775 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 1250 $ |
| Twin Room | 1000 $ |
| Triple Room | 900 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 900 $ |
| Twin Room | 700 $ |
| Triple Room | 650 $ |
Price quotes are in USD per person per tour except for celebration. Please inquire for the prices of New Year, Christmas and Easter.
Tipping for a job well done is customary and highly expected in Egypt though it is not obligatory. Please feel welcomed but not obliged to offer a tip to your service provider
Notes:
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 OR 2 Child under 5 years old sharing parent’s room)
Children policy is not applied on all kinds of transportation (Flight, train or bus) full ticket payment is required
We are offering a considerable down payment of just 20% to secure your space on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services and 30% during Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination. Therefore, your booking will be a risk-free investment.
In case you cancel your trip, the following charges will be applied:
At any time after your booking is confirmed, Ancient Egypt Tours holds a 20% non-refundable deposit
7 days or less before departure, we will retain the 50% payment you have paid in relation to your booking.
We advise all clients to purchase travel insurance in the event that travel is unexpectedly interrupted due to illness. To confirm the booking, the client must pay a deposit of 20% of the total tour price.
Should the reservation be canceled, customers will be charged a fee depending on how far beyond the departure date the cancellation is made. To cancel, the Customer must notify the Tour Organizer in writing.
Full payment forfeiture in case of no show
All Transportation tickets are nonrefundable and there’s also a 5% transaction fee on refunds.
Here, at Ancient Egypt Tours, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values. We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination. In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid according to cancellation policy, unless you prefer to keep your payment available for future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations, we operate tours in. You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked. Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically.
After your tour is confirmed, we will email final confirmation and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will include contact numbers of your tour operator and customer care and additional information for your convenience.
