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Introduction: Step Back in Time: Your Unforgettable 3-Day Cairo Experience

Cairo, the vibrant heart of Egypt, is a city where ancient wonders seamlessly blend with modern life. If you’re short on time but eager to delve into the country’s rich history, a focused 3-day tour of the Pyramids and essential Cairo sights is the perfect solution. This itinerary is designed to maximize your time, allowing you to witness iconic landmarks and experience the magic of ancient Egypt without feeling rushed. Get ready for an adventure that will transport you through millennia!

Day 1: Standing Before Giants: The Great Pyramids and Sphinx

Your journey begins with an awe-inspiring encounter with the last remaining wonder of the ancient world: the Great Pyramids of Giza. Imagine standing before these colossal structures, built over 4,500 years ago. You’ll have ample time to explore the area, marvel at the intricate engineering, and perhaps even opt for a camel ride across the desert sands for that classic photo opportunity.

Key Highlights:
- The Great Pyramid of Giza (Khufu)
- The Pyramid of Khafre
- The Pyramid of Menkaure
- The majestic Sphinx, guarding the plateau
- Panoramic views of the Pyramids

( Use internal links here to pages about the specific pyramids or Sphinx if you have them.)

After soaking in the grandeur of Giza, your day continues with a visit to the ancient necropolis of Saqqara. Here, you’ll discover the Step Pyramid of Djoser, considered the oldest stone structure of its size in the world. Saqqara offers a fascinating glimpse into early dynastic Egypt and the evolution of pyramid construction.

Day 2: Treasures of the Pharaohs and Cairo’s Buzz

Today is dedicated to exploring the incredible artifacts that tell the story of ancient Egypt. Your first stop is the world-renowned Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Prepare to be mesmerized by the treasures of Tutankhamun, including his golden death mask, as well as countless other statues, mummies, and historical relics.

Key Highlights:
- The Tutankhamun collection
- Royal Mummies Room (optional, but highly recommended)
- Statues of pharaohs and deities
- Papyrus collections

( Mention the new Grand Egyptian Museum if it’s relevant and you plan to visit it in the future. This shows you’re up-to-date.)

In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Khan el-Khalili bazaar. This historic market is a labyrinth of narrow alleys filled with spices, textiles, jewelry, and traditional crafts. It’s the perfect place to haggle for souvenirs and experience the bustling energy of Cairo. Enjoy a traditional Egyptian tea or coffee at a local cafe and soak in the sights and sounds.

Day 3: Islamic Cairo and Departure

Your final day focuses on the rich Islamic heritage of Cairo. You’ll explore the Citadel of Saladin, a medieval fortress offering panoramic views of the city. Within the Citadel walls lies the stunning Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture.

Key Highlights:
- Citadel of Saladin
- Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha
- Panoramic city views

Depending on your flight schedule, you might have time for a final stroll through the charming streets of Coptic Cairo, home to some of the oldest churches and synagogues in Egypt, including the Hanging Church.

Making Your 3-Day Tour a Reality

A well-planned 3-day tour of the Pyramids and Cairo offers an incredible opportunity to experience the highlights of ancient Egypt. Many tour operators offer guided packages that include transportation, expert guides, and entrance fees, making your trip seamless and stress-free. Whether you’re a history buff, an adventurer, or simply curious about one of the world’s oldest civilizations, this short but impactful journey will leave you with lasting memories.

Conclusion: A Glimpse into Eternity

Three days in Cairo might seem brief, but with this itinerary, you’re guaranteed to witness the most iconic sights and gain a profound appreciation for Egypt’s incredible history and culture. From standing before the majestic Pyramids to exploring the treasures of the pharaohs, this tour is a perfect introduction to the wonders of ancient Egypt. Start planning your unforgettable Cairo adventure today!

Overview

The Giza Pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, are iconic symbols of ancient Egypt, renowned for their grandeur and architectural ingenuity. These monumental structures, built around 4,500 years ago, continue to intrigue and awe visitors from around the world. Saqqara, located nearby, is home to the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser, one of the earliest colossal stone structures ever built, marking a significant advancement in pyramid construction. Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, served as the political and cultural center for over three millennia. Its ruins reveal the remnants of a once vibrant city, including temples, palaces, and statues, offering valuable insights into ancient Egyptian civilization. Dahshur, another important archaeological site, boasts the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, characterized by their unique architectural features and historical significance. These sites collectively represent the enduring legacy of ancient Egypt, showcasing the remarkable achievements of its civilization in architecture, engineering, and culture.

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo houses a vast collection of artifacts, including treasures from ancient Egyptian dynasties. It’s a treasure trove of mummies, jewelry, statues, and relics, providing an immersive journey through Egypt’s rich history. The Citadel of Cairo stands majestically atop Mokattam Hill, offering panoramic views of the city. Built by Salah ad-Din in the 12th century, it served as a formidable fortress and later as a royal residence. Old Cairo, also known as Coptic Cairo, preserves the rich heritage of Egypt’s Christian past. It’s home to ancient churches, such as the Hanging Church and the Church of St. Sergius, as well as the Ben Ezra Synagogue, reflecting centuries of religious diversity. Khan el-Khalili, Cairo’s bustling souk, is a labyrinth of narrow alleys brimming with shops selling everything from spices and textiles to jewelry and souvenirs. It’s a vibrant hub where visitors can immerse themselves in Cairo’s bustling street life and barter with local merchants for unique treasures.

Highlights

Includes

Excludes

Giza Plateau
9 Pyramids
Sphinx, Valley temple
Saqqaras
Memphis
Citadel
Egyptian Museum
Old Cairo
Khan Elkhalili

Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports
Assistance of our guest relations during your stay
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Accommodation in Cairo for 2 nights including bed and breakfast
All sightseeing tours are strictly private tours
Private speaking guide
Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary
Meals as indicated in the above itinerary
Bottled water during the trips
Portage when needed
All service charges and taxes

International Airfare & visa
Any optional tours
Personal expenses and beverages
Tipping

Itinerary

Day 1:Welcome to Egypt

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

Transfer from/to the airport is included in your tour package
Check-in in all hotels is at 14:00
Check-out is at 12:00

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

Day 2: Giza Pyramids - Saqqara Pyramids and Tomps - Memphis

After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and then met your personal guide who will accompany you to Giza Plateau to visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world The Great Pyramid of Khufu’s (Cheops), 3small pyramids You will continue to explore the rest of Giza plateau including the sight of Khafre’s (kaphren) pyramid – Khufu‘s son, the second-largest pyramid on Giza site,, the remains of the funeral temple, the pyramid of Mankawra ( Mykerinus) and 3 small pyramids. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion’s body, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the pyramids of chefren This temple served definitely two functions: First, it was used for the purification of the mummy of the king before its burial. Second, it was used for making the Mummification process of the king. After visiting the pyramids, you’ll then continue across the plateau for a photo opportunity of the three pyramids rising from the sands, with the Cairo skyline in the background.

Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant.

Then Move to visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world’s oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser, the museum of Imhotep, the tomb of a high official, the pyramid of king titi, the pyramid of king Unas, and see the pyramids of Dahshur from a distance.

After that transfer to Memphis, which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, the city reached a peak of prestige under the 6th dynasty as a center for the worship of Ptah, the god of creation and artworks. The alabaster sphinx that guards the Temple of Ptah serves as a memorial of the city’s former power and prestige. The Memphis triad, consisting of the creator god Ptah, his consort Sekhmet, and their son Nefertem, formed the main focus of worship in the city. Memphis declined briefly after the 18th dynasty with the rise of Thebes and the New Kingdom and was revived under the Persians before falling firmly into second place following the foundation of Alexandria and see the Statue of Ramses II-16 meters high, the alabaster sphinx you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3:Egyptian Museum - Citadel - Old Cairo - Bazaars & Drop off.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be escorted by your private guide to visit the ever-famous Egyptian Museum, which features artifacts from different period of Egyptian history. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection in the world. Over 250,000 overwhelming artifacts are presented.

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.

You will continue to explore through history as You will be transferred to 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.

Attention
If your departure is on the same day, your flight must be after 5 pm Egypt time.

Meals: breakfast, lunch

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Prices

Luxury 5-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	600 $
Twin Room	425 $
Triple Room	390 $

4-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	400 $
Twin Room	290 $
Triple Room	270 $

5-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	550 $
Twin Room	380 $
Triple Room	360 $

3-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	350 $
Twin Room	260 $
Triple Room	240$

Our Policies

Prices / Tipping

Room Type & Capacity

Children Policy

Booking Policy

Cancellations & Refunds

Force Measures

Tour Voucher

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

Single room can accommodate only one adult.
Double room accommodates two adults in either a double bed or double bed and can accommodate a child sharing his parents’ room.
Triple room sleeps 3 adults and can accommodate a child sharing the room.

0 – 5.99 Free of Charge
5.99 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person

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

Cancellation more than 30 days before arrival: 20% of the total tour price (deposit).
Cancellation made between 08 and 30 days before arrival: 50% of the total tour price.
Cancellation made between 04 and 07 days before arrival: 75% of the total tour price.
Cancellation made between 0 and 3 days before arrival: 100% of the total tour price

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.

FAQ

1. How to issue your visa?

If you are planning to visit Egypt, there are three types of visas that you can apply for: Visa on Arrival, E-Visa, and Free Visa. To obtain a Visa on Arrival that lasts for 30 days, you must be a citizen of one of the eligible countries, have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining, and pay $25 USD in cash at the airport border guard.

To apply for an E-Visa that also lasts for 30 days, you must have a valid passport with at least 8 months remaining, complete the online application, pay the e-visa fee, and print the e-visa to present it to the airport border guard.

If you are one of the lucky ones, you can obtain a free visa that lasts for 90 days.

Please note that the information provided here is current as of the time of writing and may be subject to change. It is always a good idea to check the latest travel advisories and visa requirements before planning your trip to Egypt. Read more about Egypt travel visa.

2. What to pack with you?

A hat to protect your head and face from the sun’s rays.

A camera to capture the beautiful sights and memories of your trip.

An umbrella to shield you from unexpected rain showers.

Comfortable shoes to keep your feet happy while exploring.

Sunblock and sunglasses to protect your skin and eyes from the sun.

Warm clothes if you’re traveling in winter, especially if you plan to visit the desert at night.

Cotton clothes if you’re traveling in summer, as they are breathable and lightweight.

Always wear comfortable shoes.

Medication for any pre-existing medical conditions or emergencies.

A valid passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of your arrival.

Buy a local SIM card.

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3. What is the weather during the tour?

The temperature in Egypt varies from 14°C to 37°C. During summer, the temperature is hot but sometimes it becomes cold at night. In winter, the temperature is cool and mild. The average of low temperatures vary from 9.5°C in the wintertime to 23°C in the summertime and the average high temperatures vary from 17°C in the wintertime to 32°C in the summertime. The temperature is moderate all along the coasts.

The temperature details of Egypt. According to Climates to Travel, Egypt’s climate is characterized by the scarcity of rainfall and the abundance of sunshine. In fact, in much of the country, occupied by the eastern part of the Sahara, the climate is desert. Only on the northern coast, overlooking the Mediterranean, there is a certain amount of rain in winter. As for the temperatures, they are milder on the north coast, while they gradually get warmer as you go south. Along the Red Sea coast, temperatures are higher than on the Mediterranean coast but lower than in inland areas. However, summer is very hot. The only mountainous areas, where it can get cold in winter, are located in the east, on the Sinai Peninsula.

4. Is It Safe to Travel To Egypt

You will feel safe in Egypt as the current atmosphere of the country is quite peaceful after the government took powerful measures like restructuring the entire tourist police to include all the important and tourist attractions in Egypt. Read more about is it safe to travel to Egypt.

5. What Are The Official Languages Of Egypt

Arabic is the official language and Most Egyptians, who live in the cities, speak or understand English or at least some English words or phrases. Fewer Egyptians can speak French, Italian, Spanish, and German. Professional tour guides, who work in the tourism sector, are equipped to handle visitors who cannot speak Arabic and they will speak enough English and other languages to fulfill the needs of all our clients.

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