Private & Historical tour in Egypt
6 Days Cairo And Nile Cruise Package From South Africa
from$1,800.00
Tour Overview
6 days Cairo, Alexandria & Egyptian Sahara, Traveling to Cairo is a journey through history that will awaken your senses as you visit magnificent historical sites such as the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, the Grand Egyptian Museum, and many more. Complete your visit with an optional tour to Alexandria and discover this ancient city.
Pompey’s Pillar
Pompey’s Pillar, a granite column of 25 meters high on the upper side is Greek inscription dedicated to Emperor Diocletian, who liberated the city located and brought food to its hungry population.
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You’ll be accompanied by an English-speaking tour guide who will help you learn about the culture and history of this wonderful country.
6 days Cairo, Alexandria & Egyptian Sahara, On this tour, you’ll visit Memphis in Cairo, one of the largest cities of ancient Egypt, located in Lower Egypt.
Memphis is known as the City of a Hundred Gates or the White Walls, referring to the wall that once surrounded it.
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The Sphinx Giza is the largest Egyptian sculpture. It was carved out of the limestone rock of the Giza Plateau and represents a lying lion with a human head and the so-called Nemes headscarf. Originally, the sphinx was painted with reddish ochre and also had a chin beard, but this fell off in ancient times.
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The tour includes a visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, where you’ll learn about Egypt’s ancient history and rich heritage through its extensive collection of artifacts and exhibits. You’ll also visit the White Desert National Reserve and the Black Desert, and enjoy an off-road driving experience through the Abbat Desert Valley, and much more in
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Arrive at Cairo International Airport you will be met and assisted by vacations in Egypt representative who will then escort you in a luxurious air-conditioned vehicle to your 5-Star hotel in the city.
Once you arrive at your hotel, our representative will assist you so that you will help with your check-in then you review your tour itinerary and establish tour pickup times.
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In the Morning your Vacations in Egypt tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to start your incredible tour to visit as follow…
Egyptian Museum of Antiquities
you will continue your excursion with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, where there are antiques from the Pharaonic period. The museum exhibits a rare collection of 5000 years of art, considered to be the most valuable collection of Egyptian art in the world. More than 25,000 antiquities are on display, including an exhibition devoted to Tutankhamen’s Treasure, furniture and jewelry, kept in his tomb for more than 3,500 years before Howard Carter discovered them in 1922. Then Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant.
Lunch
We will take a break and take the opportunity to eat and recharge. Lunch will be at a restaurant and Egyptian food (drinks not included).
Pyramids of Giza
The pyramids of Giza are the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still preserved today and therefore one of the most famous buildings in the world. The pyramids of Giza include the three main pyramids, the Pyramid of Cheops, the Pyramid of Chephren and the Pyramid of Mykerinus.
The queen Pyramids
some other smaller secondary pyramids, in which for example the women of the pharaohs were buried, as well as workers villages, temples, and cemeteries.
The Sphinx of Giza
The Sphinx Giza is the largest Egyptian sculpture. It was carved out of the limestone rock of the Giza Plateau and represents a lying lion with a human head and the so-called Nemes headscarf. Originally, the sphinx was painted with reddish ochre and also had a chin beard, but this fell off in ancient times.
Valley Temple of Khafre
afterward, move to witness the Valley temple that was used for the purification of the mummy of the king before its burial and for making the Mummification process of the king.
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This is a private tour, We will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo in a private vehicle and drive you to Alexandria. Three hours from Cairo is beautiful Alexandria, the second most important city in Egypt, founded by Alexander the Great in the 4th century BC, and which was one of the most important cultural and commercial centers of antiquity.
We will arrive in Alexandria in the morning and start our tour by visiting…
The Catacombs
the catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, built during the Roman period. They have three levels and their decoration shows the syncretism between the Egyptian pantheon and the Roman one.
Pompey’s Pillar
Pompey’s Pillar, a granite column of 25 meters high on the upper side is Greek inscription dedicated to Emperor Diocletian, who liberated the city located and brought food to its hungry population.
Alexandria library
we will visit the new Alexandria Library, whose design refers to the god Amon Ra and the Alexandria Lighthouse. In addition to several libraries, there is a planetarium, three museums, a laboratory and a printing press.
Note: The library is closed both on Friday and Saturday (can only be seen from outside).
Abu al-Abbas mosque
We will also pass by the beautiful Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque, a marvel of architecture built between the years 1929-1945 influenced by the buildings of ancient Egypt in Cairo. Then Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant.
Lunch
After midday we will take a break and have lunch in a restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean, to replenish our energy. The meal usually consists of Egyptian dishes and options that include dishes with meat, rice, and salads (drinks are not included)
Citadel of Qaitbay
From outside we will also see the Citadel of Qaytbay which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs ( Light House ) of Alexandria, a defensive fortress built in 1480 by Ashraf Abu Al-Nasr Saif El-Din Qaitbay, a slave who became a sultan.
After the tour, we will take you back to the hotel in Cairo.
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Your Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza to be transferred to Bahariya Oasis about 355 km from Cairo. once you arrive enjoy your lunch. Then explore all the famous historical sightseeing to visit…Start your tour to experience the desert by JEEP 4X4 and head to the Black Desert, Visit the Black Desert. Drive offroad through the desert area of the Valley of Agabat (already part of the White Desert National Park).
Overnight in Bahariya Oasis.
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Your Egyptologist guide will pick you up to start your tour to the White Desert via Magic Spring. Extensive exploration of the White Desert. Visit the Crystal Mountain.
In the end, driving back to Cairo or Giza hotel.
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Breakfast at the hotel our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you at the airport through final departure formalities.
What's Included
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Tour Summary
| Prices start from | $605 |
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| Duration | 6 day |
| Pickup & drop-off | Cairo airport |
| Availability | Every day |
| Tour category | Egypt in 6 Days |
| Tour type | Private & Historical tour in Egypt |
What to Pack
- Hat.
- Camera.
- Umbrella.
- Medication.
- Comfortable Shoes.
- Sunblock & Sunglasses.
- Warm clothes in winter.
- Cotton clothes in summer.
- Valid Passport for 6 months.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, while it is a fast-paced journey, a 6-day itinerary allows you to spend two days in Cairo, one full day in Alexandria, and a three-day expedition into the Western Desert (Sahara), covering the White and Black Deserts.
The most efficient way is via a private 4x4 vehicle. Most tours depart from Cairo to the Bahariya Oasis (about a 4-hour drive), which serves as the gateway to the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, and the White Desert National Park.
Even in summer, desert temperatures drop significantly at night. Pack breathable cotton layers for the day, a heavy jacket for the night, comfortable hiking shoes, high-SPF sunscreen, and a power bank for your devices.
Absolutely. Alexandria is roughly 2.5 to 3 hours from Cairo by car or train. A day trip can cover the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, the Citadel of Qaitbay, and the Library of Alexandria.
Yes, a local Bedouin guide is essential and often legally required for safety and navigation. They provide the necessary 4x4 vehicles, camping equipment, and knowledge of the shifting desert tracks that are not marked on standard GPS.
