Name: 3 Days Tour Pyramids & Cairo and Bahariya Oasis
Brand: Ancient Egypt Tours
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A 3-Day Tour to the Pyramids, Cairo, and Bahariya Oasis

Are you eager to experience the rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture of Egypt? A well-planned 3-day tour covering the Pyramids of Giza, Cairo’s iconic landmarks, and the enchanting Bahariya Oasis offers an unforgettable adventure. This itinerary combines archaeological marvels, bustling city life, and serene desert landscapes, providing travelers with a comprehensive Egyptian experience. Read on to discover the highlights of this exciting journey.

Day 1: Discover the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

Start your Egyptian adventure early in the morning at the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, located on the outskirts of Cairo. These ancient wonders, built over 4,500 years ago, include the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Marvel at their impressive size and engineering marvels that have stood the test of time.

Explore the Solar Boat Museum

Next, visit the Solar Boat Museum, which houses the reconstructed ancient Egyptian solar boat discovered buried next to the Great Pyramid. This boat was believed to carry the pharaoh into the afterlife and offers insight into ancient Egyptian beliefs and craftsmanship.

Visit the Sphinx and Surrounding Monuments

No trip to Giza is complete without seeing the Great Sphinx of Giza, a massive limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, believed to represent King Khafre. Take time to explore the surrounding pyramids and learn about their fascinating history from your guide.

Optional Camel Ride and Photography

Enhance your experience with a camel ride around the pyramids and capture stunning photographs of these iconic structures at sunset. Remember to carry your camera and wear comfortable clothing.

Day 2: Explore Cairo’s Cultural and Historical Landmarks

Visit the Egyptian Museum

Begin your day with a visit to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. Marvel at the golden masks, statues, and jewelry that showcase Egypt’s rich history.

Stroll through Islamic Cairo

Next, explore Islamic Cairo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with historic mosques, markets, and medieval architecture. Visit the Sultan Hassan Mosque and Al-Rifa’i Mosque for their stunning Islamic art and design.

Explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar

No visit to Cairo is complete without a stroll through Khan El Khalili, one of the oldest bazaars in the Middle East. Shop for traditional crafts, spices, jewelry, and souvenirs while immersing yourself in the lively atmosphere of this historic marketplace.

Optional Dinner Cruise on the Nile

In the evening, enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner aboard a Nile River cruise, complete with live music and folkloric performances, offering a perfect end to your second day.

Day 3: Adventure to Bahariya Oasis

Journey to Bahariya Oasis

On the third day, embark on an exciting trip to Bahariya Oasis, located approximately 370 km southwest of Cairo. This desert oasis is known for its stunning landscapes, hot springs, and ancient ruins. A 4×4 tour or private transfer can take you there comfortably.

Visit the Black Desert and Golden Valley

Explore the Black Desert with its volcanic black hills and the nearby Golden Valley, famous for its mineral-rich sands and unique rock formations. These surreal landscapes are perfect for photography and appreciating Egypt’s diverse geography.

Discover the Valley of the Golden Mummies

Visit the Valley of the Golden Mummies, an archaeological site where well-preserved mummies and artifacts from the Roman and Pharaonic periods were discovered. This site offers insight into Egypt’s ancient burial practices and history.

Relax at Hot Springs and Cliffs

Unwind at the hot springs of Bahariya, known for their therapeutic properties, or climb the White Mountain cliffs for panoramic views of the oasis. These natural attractions provide a peaceful conclusion to your Egyptian journey.

Final Tips for Your Egyptian Adventure

Plan Ahead: Book your tours and transfers in advance to ensure a smooth experience.
Dress Modestly: Respect local customs by dressing modestly, especially when visiting religious sites.
Stay Hydrated: Carry water, especially when exploring outdoor sites in the desert.
Photography: Always ask for permission before taking photos of locals or inside religious sites.

Conclusion

A 3-day tour of the Pyramids, Cairo, and Bahariya Oasis offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. From marveling at ancient monuments to exploring vibrant markets and relaxing in desert landscapes, this itinerary provides a comprehensive Egyptian adventure for travelers seeking an immersive experience. Book your tour today and step back in time to discover the timeless allure of Egypt!

Overview

The Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum are two of the most iconic landmarks in Egypt, both holding significant cultural and historical importance.

Giza Pyramids: Located on the Giza Plateau, just outside Cairo, the Giza Pyramids are among the most famous and recognizable structures in the world. Built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom of Egypt, around 2580–2560 BC, these pyramids were constructed as tombs for the pharaohs Khufu (also known as Cheops), Khafre, and Menkaure. The largest and most well-known of these pyramids is the Great Pyramid of Giza, attributed to Khufu. It was the tallest man-made structure in the world for over 3,800 years. The Giza complex also includes the Great Sphinx, a massive limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, believed to represent the pharaoh Khafre.
Egyptian Museum (Egyptian Museum of Antiquities): Situated in Cairo, the Egyptian Museum is one of the most comprehensive and important museums of ancient Egyptian history and artifacts in the world. It houses a vast collection of antiquities, including the treasures of Tutankhamun, such as his famous golden mask and sarcophagi, as well as artifacts from various periods of ancient Egyptian civilization. The museum was founded in 1902 and has since undergone several expansions and renovations to accommodate its growing collection. It serves as a central hub for understanding Egypt’s rich cultural heritage, showcasing artifacts ranging from small everyday items to colossal statues and monumental pieces of architecture.

Both the Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum attract millions of visitors each year, offering insights into the ancient civilization of Egypt and its remarkable achievements in architecture, art, and culture. They are essential destinations for anyone interested in exploring the wonders of ancient Egypt.

If you are looking for an exciting trip full of real desert adventures, you must head to the extraordinary Bahariya Oasis or El-Wahat el-Bahariya which was declared as a protected area around the year 2010 AD. It is one of the best-known oases in the Western Desert of Egypt and is located near the city of Cairo at around 370 kilometers, and thus it attracts a large number of visitors who wish to have a peaceful and relaxing time in the quietness of the desert. Safari trips are always organized in this area to explore the desert, therefore, do not miss such an interesting activity. The oasis is also filled with several natural springs and sites that you can stop by such as the Black Desert: Volcanic rocks, stark contrast. White Desert: Chalk formations, surreal beauty, golden sands.

Highlights

Includes

Excludes

Giza Plateau
Great Pyramid of Cheops
Chefren Pyramid
Mykerinus Pyramid
Sphinx
Valley temple
Egyptian Museum
Black Desert
White Desert

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 & Egyptian Museum & Khan El Khalili

Enjoy your Cairo 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 Cairo and Giza. Start your tour by a visit to The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple.

Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant in Cairo.

Then we will move on to relish a trip to the Egyptian Museum which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, gold, and jewelry which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in 1920 when his tomb was excavated.

Continue driving to Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar. In the evening you will be driven to Back to hotel

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3:Bahariya Oasis & black -White desert & Drop off

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.

Attention
If your departure is on the same day, your flight must be after 8 pm Egypt time.

We had a great time with you and we hope you did too

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Optional

Dinner Nile cruise
Sound & Light Show
Saqqara & Memphis & Dahshour
Citadel & Old Cairo
Museum of Civilization and Mummies
Cairo Tower and Prince Muhammad Ali Palace

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Prices

Luxury 5-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	480$
Twin Room	550$
Triple Room	600$

4-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	480$
Twin Room	550$
Triple Room	600$

5-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	480$
Twin Room	550$
Triple Room	600$

3-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	480$
Twin Room	550$
Triple Room	600$

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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