9 Days Tour: Exploring the Pyramids, Cairo, Alexandria, and Fayoum Oasis
Embark on an unforgettable 9-day adventure through Egypt’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems. This comprehensive tour combines the awe-inspiring pyramids of Giza, the bustling streets of Cairo, the historic charm of Alexandria, and the tranquil beauty of Fayoum Oasis. Perfect for history enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and nature lovers alike, this journey offers a perfect blend of ancient wonders, vibrant city life, and serene landscapes.
Your Egyptian adventure begins in Cairo, the bustling capital city. On the first day, visit the world-famous Giza Plateau, home to the majestic Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. These ancient marvels, built over 4,500 years ago, stand as testament to Egypt’s incredible engineering prowess. Be sure to explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the only surviving wonder of the original Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Adjacent to the pyramids is the Great Sphinx, a colossal limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, symbolizing strength and wisdom. After marveling at these monuments, enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant offering authentic Egyptian cuisine.
On Day 2, delve deeper into Cairo’s rich history by visiting the Egyptian Museum, housing thousands of artifacts from ancient Egypt, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. Later, stroll through Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a vibrant market where you can shop for souvenirs, spices, and jewelry. In the evening, consider a Nile River dinner cruise for a scenic view of Cairo’s illuminated skyline.
Continue your exploration of Cairo with visits to the Citadel of Saladin, offering panoramic views of the city and home to the impressive Mosque of Muhammad Ali. Walk through the historic Coptic Cairo, where you’ll find ancient churches like the Hanging Church and the Coptic Museum.
On Day 4, visit the Islamic Cairo district, renowned for its medieval mosques, madrasas, and bustling streets. End your day at the Al-Azhar Mosque, one of the oldest Islamic universities in the world.
Travel to Alexandria, Egypt’s second-largest city, located along the Mediterranean coast. This city blends ancient history with modern vibrancy. Start with the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a stunning modern library and cultural center that pays homage to the ancient Library of Alexandria.
Visit the Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders. Stroll along the Corniche, a scenic waterfront promenade, and enjoy fresh seafood at local restaurants.
On Day 6, explore the Roman Amphitheatre and the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, an ancient necropolis showcasing a fascinating blend of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman influences.
From Alexandria, head south to the Fayoum Oasis, a lush desert region renowned for its natural beauty and archaeological sites. Visit Wadi El Rayan, a protected area home to stunning waterfalls, lakes, and birdlife. The region is a paradise for nature lovers and birdwatchers.
Explore the Karanah Lake, famous for its migratory birds, and experience the tranquility of the desert landscape. The oasis also hosts archaeological sites like the Fayoum Basin, which contains ancient tombs and artifacts from Pharaonic times.
Spend the night in a cozy eco-lodge or local guesthouse, immersing yourself in Fayoum’s serene environment and traditional Bedouin culture.
On the final day, return to Cairo for your departure. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing. Reflect on your journey through Egypt’s ancient history, vibrant cities, and stunning natural landscapes.
This carefully curated itinerary offers a comprehensive overview of Egypt’s most renowned and intriguing sites. From the timeless pyramids and historic Cairo to the coastal allure of Alexandria and the peaceful Fayoum Oasis, travelers experience the diverse facets of Egypt’s rich heritage and natural beauty.
Whether you’re a history buff, cultural enthusiast, or nature explorer, this 9-day tour provides a perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and discovery.
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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.
Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo. From Cairo to Fayoum is about 95 km. visit Karanis which is the ruin of an old city, that city contains a number of monuments, dating from the Roman, Coptic and Early Islamic periods. After that you will proceed to visit The Water Wheels which are said to be running since the Ptolemaic era. Then enjoy Lake Qaroun where you can see different kinds of birds. Qaroun Lake is considered the oldest natural lakes in the world, the third largest lake in Egypt and the rest of Lake Old Moerisi. Then onto Wadi el Rayan, designated a Protected Area in 1989, Wadi El Rayan is a natural depression located in the western desert, 42m below sea level. Wadi el Rayan consists of two lakes connected by Egypt’s only waterfalls, formed in 1970 by an overflow of drainage water from the farmlands in Fayoum. transfer back to Cairo.
This day is a free day. You can choose optional tour or rest at the hotel.
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 your Alexandria Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city Alexandria. First visit Pompay’s Pillar. It was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the temple of the Serapis, it was once a magnificent structure rivaling the Soma and the Caesarean. Then you drive to visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria.
Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria.
then we proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (Light House) of Alexandria then to Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Finally, you will drive back to Cairo.
This day is a free day. You can choose optional tour or rest at the 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
Ancient Egypt Tours had a great time with you and hope you have enjoyed your time and was satisfied with the services you were offered
| Room Type | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| Single Room | 2100 $ |
| Twin Room | 1525 $ |
| Triple Room | 1400 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| Single Room | 1500 $ |
| Twin Room | 1240 $ |
| Triple Room | 1130 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 1900 $ |
| Twin Room | 1400 $ |
| Triple Room | 1330 |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 1160 $ |
| Twin Room | 850 $ |
| Triple Room | 760 $ |
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.
