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Tour Overview
5 Days Cairo & El Fayoum Trip Package
Ancient cities, timeless monuments, and a natural oasis unlike anywhere else in the world. This 5-day Cairo and El Fayoum tour is one of Egypt’s most rewarding journeys. Combining the grandeur of Cairo’s iconic landmarks with the serene, unspoiled beauty of El Fayoum. This private tour offers the perfect balance of history, culture, and natural wonder.
Your expert guide, private air-conditioned transport, and fully organized itinerary mean all you have to do is show up and be amazed.
Cairo — A City Built by Giants
First, Few cities on earth can match Cairo for sheer historical weight. Your first days are spent uncovering the landmarks that have defined this extraordinary city for millennia.
Stand in silent wonder before the Great Pyramids of Giza. the last surviving wonder of the ancient world. And gaze upon the iconic Great Sphinx, guardian of the plateau for over 4,500 years. Journey to Saqqara to discover the legendary Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s oldest monumental stone structure and a fascinating precursor to the pyramids at Giza.
Then, Dive deeper into Cairo’s layered history with a visit to the magnificent Citadel of Saladin, before losing yourself in the vibrant labyrinth of Khan El-Khalili — Cairo’s most famous bazaar, where you can browse handcrafted souvenirs, sip traditional tea, and soak up the atmosphere of a market that has been trading for over 600 years.
No visit to Cairo is complete without a stroll along the breathtaking Al-Muizz Street — a living open-air museum of Islamic architecture, lined with ornate mosques, grand palaces, and centuries-old fountains that speak volumes about Cairo’s golden age.
El Fayoum — Egypt’s Hidden Natural Treasure
Also, Just a short drive from Cairo lies El Fayoum. One of Egypt’s best-kept secrets and a world away from the city’s energy. This ancient oasis, fed by the waters of the Nile, is a landscape of lush greenery, tranquil lakes, and dramatic desert scenery that will take your breath away.
Explore the shimmering Lake Qarun, one of Egypt’s oldest natural lakes, discover ancient ruins that date back to the Pharaonic era, and experience the unique charm of a destination that blends natural beauty with deep historical significance. El Fayoum is the kind of place that reminds you why you travel.
What’s Included
- Private air-conditioned transfers throughout all 5 days
- Dedicated personal Egyptologist guide for every excursion
- Carefully selected comfortable accommodation
- Visits to the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx & Saqqara
- Exploration of the Citadel, Khan El-Khalili & Al-Muizz Street
- Guided tour of El Fayoum, including Lake Qarun and ancient sites
- Fully hassle-free itinerary — every detail handled for you
Five days. Two destinations. Memories that will last a lifetime.
Book your private Cairo and El Fayoum tour today and let us craft an Egyptian experience that goes far beyond the ordinary
Day-by-Day Itinerary
1
Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, our company representative will be waiting for you and assist you in the procedures. After that, you will move to the hotel in Cairo to rest for a while until you meet the tour guide and begin a tour within Cairo:
2
You have breakfast at the hotel and move with the tour guide to ancient attractions in Giza including:
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Giza Pyramids
The Pyramids of Giza are the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and are still the largest man-made structures in the world. They were built over a period of 20 years, beginning around 2560 BC, by the pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure.
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The Great Sphinx
The Sphinx was builted by the ancient Egyptians as a guardian and protector overlooking the Giza Plateau, and the Sphinx was, as all the monuments of the Pharaonic era in Egypt. There is no doubt that the Sphinx makes you ask more than one question, and here we will explain everything related to the Sphinx.
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The Valley Temple
Next to the sphinx is the so-called Temple of the Valley, about 111 x 56 m. Discovered by Mariette in 1853, and in it were found the names of the pharaoh Chephren, so it is attributed to this temple.
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Lunch Time
Have lunch in one of the wonderful restaurants and then continue your enjoyable tour.
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Saqqara Step Pyramid
Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, the burial place of the famous Pharaoh Djoser in the Third Dynasty It is a long technical development in ancient Egypt. It is a new architectural form because it is the first of the step pyramids. The pyramid was initially designed as a mastaba (tombs in the First and Second Dynasties) which was expanded into six stepped structures 60 meters high.
Finally, Return to the hotel and spend the night.
3
You have breakfast at the hotel and move with the tour guide to the charming city of Fayoum to see nature:
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Qarun Lake
the Lake has many advantages that make it one of the most important places of leisure in Fayoum, on top of the surrounding beaches, river tours that are held in it, as well as nearby archaeological monuments such as the Ptolemaic village of Dimiya Al-Sabaa.
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Wadi El Rayan
Wadi El Rayan A protected area that includes one of the major valleys with an area of about 1700 square meters and small quantities of the endangered slender horned gazelle.
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Lunch Time
Have lunch in one of the distinguished restaurants with an authentic Egyptian taste and enjoy the food.
Finally, we will transfer you back to your hotel to spend your night.
4
You have breakfast and start your tour in Cairo to see the tourist attractions in the heart of Cairo and enjoy your trip with the tour guide:
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The Egyptian Museum
The Egyptian Museum of Cairo is located in the center of the city, in Tahrir Square, in a neoclassical building designed by Marcel Dourgnon and opened in 1902. At the time of opening to the public had about 12,000 pieces, a fund that over the years grew significantly to reach today a figure close to 150,000 artifacts.
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Lunch Time
Have lunch in one of the wonderful restaurants and then continue your enjoyable tour.
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Salah El Din Citadel
Salah El Din Citadel in Cairo is located in the area of El Muqattam on Salah Salem Street. It was established mainly by Saladin, the nephew of Sultan Nur El Din Mahmud who succeeded in conquering the Crusaders. He assumed power in Egypt in 1169 founding the Ayyubid dynasty in Egypt. Also, He established this military Citadel to be the center of government and placed it on the Muqattam hills in a very strategic location overlooking the cities of Cairo and El Fustat.
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Al Muizz Street
The street is located within the scope of Historic Cairo, which was listed as a World Heritage Site in 1979. Al-Muizz Street It stretches between two of Old Cairo's walls, Bab al-Fotouh in the north and Bab Zuwayla in the south.
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Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Khan El Khalili Bazaar is a huge medieval-style shopping mall where you will find everything you can imagine, and what you can't imagine as well. This Khan El Khalili Bazaar, full of stalls and stores will take your breath away. Lose yourself in its narrow streets and enjoy the sounds, smells and fantastic treasures that you will find in this Cairo bazaar.
At the end of the tour, return to the hotel and spend the night.
5
You have breakfast on the last morning of your trip, and our company representative goes with you to the airport to return to your homeland and recall your wonderful memories in Egypt.
What's Included
Included
- A Professional Tour Guide
- All Transfers will be in a modern A.C vehicle.
- Tour price includes all services, charges, and taxes.
- Meals as mentioned on each day tour of your itinerary
- Meet and assist you upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport.
- 4 Nights accommodation at a 5* hotel in Cairo based on Bed & Breakfast.
Not Included
- Tipping.
- Any optional tours.
- Personal expenses.
- International flight tickets.
- Anything not included in your tour itinerary.
Tour Summary
| Prices start from | $400 |
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| Duration | 5 Days / 4 Nights |
| Pickup & drop-off | Cairo Airport |
| Availability | Everyday |
| Tour category | Cairo Day Tours |
| Tour type | Egypt Classic Tour Packages |
What to Pack
- Hat.
- Camera.
- Umbrella.
- Medication.
- Comfortable Shoes.
- Sunblock & Sunglasses.
- Warm clothes in winter.
- Cotton clothes in summer.
- Valid Passport for 6 months.
Location
Where this tour goes
Attractions
Sites visited on this tour
Frequently Asked Questions
You should plan to spend at least 2-3 days in Cairo, the heart and soul of Egypt. This includes exploring the famous Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and the bustling bazaars of Khan el-Khalili.
If you want to avoid the crowds, try to arrive around 8 a.m. You can also visit later in the evening for great sunset views.
The sound and light show at the Giza Pyramids is in English every night at 7pm there is a second or even third show in another language - either Italian, Spanish, French or German.
Fayoum offers a diversity of beautiful natural landscapes and geological formations including lakes, sand dunes, valleys, and waterfalls
