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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 5-day cultural journey through Cairo, Egypt, with our "Cairo Short Break" package. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of this ancient city, starting with a visit to the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. Explore the Sakkara Complex and the Djoser Pyramid, the first pyramid ever built. Discover the treasures of the Egyptian Museum and the architectural marvels of the Saladin Citadel and Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque. Delve into the spiritual heart of Coptic Cairo with visits to the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Enjoy the option of a day trip to Alexandria, exploring the Qaitbay Citadel and the new Alexandria Library. Stay in luxury at Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa, with all transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and exclusive experience. Meals, private tours, and guest relations assistance are included. ...more ...less
Highlights
Enjoy a city break in Cairo, exploring both ancient and modern sites.
Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, including the Sphinx and Valley Temple.
Explore the Sakkara Complex and the first pyramid ever built, the Djoser Pyramid.
Discover the Egyptian Museum and its fascinating artifacts.
Visit the Saladin Citadel and the Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque.
Explore Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Optional tour to Alexandria, visiting the Qaitbay Citadel and the new Alexandria Library.
Itinerary
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Accommodation Name: Cairo Pyramids Steigenberger Hotel
Let's start your Cairo city break. Your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport and then he will escort you to the hotel by exclusive air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. At hotel the tour manager will assist with a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour. Overnight in Cairo ...more ...less
Day 2
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Pyramids Tour
Location: Giza
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cairo Pyramids Steigenberger Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and then met by your personal guide who will accompany you to Giza Plateau to visit the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus - Famous Sphinx and Valley temple facing the great statue. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant, then proceed to Sakkara area to visit Sakkara Complex and first pyramid ever built (Djoser Pyramid). Move on to Memphis; Old kingdom's capital and famous Necropolis. Back to your hotel and overnight in Cairo.
Day 3
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Cairo Sightseeing
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cairo Pyramids Steigenberger Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast at the hotel in Cairo and then you will be escorted by your private tour guide to visit: Egyptian Museum, alongside many other fascinating artifacts. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo, Then moving to visit Saladin Citadel including Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside. Continue to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Day 4
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Optional Tour to Alexandria
Location: Alexandria
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cairo Pyramids Steigenberger Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at your hotel, and today you have the choice of having a free day in Cairo or join our most valuable optional tour to the second capital of Egypt, Alexandria visiting one of the most important defensive strongholds, not only in Egypt, but also along the Mediterranean Sea coast, Qaitbay Citadel, built in the 15th century by Sultan Qaitbay on the spot where Alexandria's ancient lighthouse once stood, then move on to the new and much acclaimed Alexandria Library. Also visit the Roman cemetery cut out of the rock, the Catacombs. Return to your hotel in Cairo.
Day 5
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Final Departure
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast in your hotel, your tour manager will pick you up and transfer you to Cairo International Airport for departure.
What's Included
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Meet and Greet Service
Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports.
Guest Relations Assistance
Assistance of our guest relations during your stay.
Private Transfers
All transfers are provided by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Accommodation
Accommodation in Cairo for 4 nights including bed and breakfast.
Private Sightseeing Tours
All sightseeing tours are strictly private tours.
Bottled Water
Bottled water is provided during the trips.
Service Charges and Taxes
All service charges and taxes are included.
What's Not Included
Tipping
Tipping is not included.
Pyramid Entry Tickets
Tickets to get inside the pyramids are not included.
Wheelchair Accessibility
The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Stroller Accessibility
The tour is not stroller accessible.
Pets
The tour is not suitable for pets.
Public Transportation
There is no public transportation nearby.
Infant Seating
Infants must not sit on laps.
Hotel/Cruise Substitution
If the mentioned cruise or hotel is not available, the company has the right to change to any cruise or hotel of the same category.
Know Before You Go
Infant Seats Available
Please Note
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Note : If the mentioned cruise or the hotel are not available, the company has the right to change to any cruise or hotel, as long as it is of same category.
at Cairo International Airport
Mode of Transport
All transfers are provided by a private air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and exclusive travel experience throughout your stay in Cairo.
Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay at Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa in Cairo, offering luxurious amenities and a prime location near the iconic pyramids.
Check out our Q&As
What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
All transfers are provided by a private air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and exclusive travel experience throughout your stay in Cairo.
What type of accommodation is included in the tour?
You will enjoy a comfortable stay at Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa in Cairo, offering luxurious amenities and a prime location near the iconic pyramids.
Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner as indicated in the itinerary.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
No, the tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Are infant seats available during the tour?
Yes, infant seats are available.
What happens on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport and escort you to the hotel by an exclusive air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. The tour manager will assist with a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour. You will stay overnight in Cairo.
What sites will be visited on the second day of the tour?
On the second day, you will visit the Giza Plateau to see the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus, the Famous Sphinx, and the Valley temple. You will also visit the Sakkara Complex and the first pyramid ever built, the Djoser Pyramid, and then proceed to Memphis, the Old Kingdom's capital and famous Necropolis.
What activities are planned for the third day of the tour?
On the third day, you will visit the Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel including Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, and Coptic Cairo to see the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Is there an optional tour available during the trip?
Yes, on the fourth day, you have the option to join a tour to Alexandria, where you will visit the Qaitbay Citadel, the new Alexandria Library, and the Roman cemetery known as the Catacombs.
What is the procedure for the final departure?
On the final day, after breakfast at your hotel, your tour manager will pick you up and transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departure.
Can you purchase alcohol in Egypt?
Yes, alcohol Alcohol is permitted for sale and available in Egypt, either in better hotels, Nile Cruises, higher-class restaurants and cafes, pubs and Bazaars. You will also find off-licenses as well. The Egyptian people understand drinking alcohol according to different customs and cultures. Please note, though, it is illegal to drink alcohol in the streets in Egypt.
Can I obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt?
Egypt visa arrival policy applies to the following countries: the United States, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada, all European Union countries, Norway, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Serbia, Malaysia, Macedonia, Japan, South Korea, China (as of May 2018). If you are a citizen of one of these countries, you can obtain a visa with your passport information, personal information, and details about your travel plans upon arrival at an Egyptian port of entry. The visa on arrival is usually valid for 30 days.
Can unmarried couples stay together in Egypt?
Foreign unmarried couples can stay together in Egypt. Egyptian or Arabian unmarried couples are not allowed to stay together, as it is illegal. The same goes for an Egyptian man/foreign woman or Egyptian woman/foreign man, as it is illegal for them to stay in a
hotel together.
What to wear when I travel to Egypt?
Clothing: Egypt's climate is dry all year round, so you won't require rainwear unless you are going to Alexandria between December and February. In winter you will need light woolen clothes with sweaters, “layers of clothing are recommended.
“From December to February travelers to winter clothing is essential. In spring and autumn, a combination of both is advisable for the warm days and cool nights, so pack accordingly.
From May to November, light cotton clothes are recommended People in Egypt are used to tourists visiting their countries. You are welcome to wear walking shorts and a short sleeve shirt for sightseeing excursions
On board Nile cruises we recommend to dress 'smart casual' to dinner each evening.
Swimsuits are absolutely fine for the swimming pools and beaches
On days that you visit Holy sites (mosques and churches), you preferably wear slacks, long skirts and long sleeves. If not, they provide in the mosques something long to wear to enter the mosques
Strong and comfortable closed-toe shoes are wise choices to keep your feet from sand, dust, or mud. Sandals are not good options, except for beach areas.
Are there any special customs I should observe whilst in Egypt?
Yes, most Egyptian customs differ from the Western customs due to the cultural and religious differences, as shown below:
1. Most women in Egypt behave conservatively with strangers.
2. Most mosques require visitors to remove their shoes before entering.
3. Use the right hand to eat and give gifts.
4. It is inept to take photos of soldiers, tanks, or any other military property.
Can I get a visa on arrival from other border crossings other than airports?
Regarding the conditions for obtaining a visa at border crossings and ports, they are applied in accordance with the policy for obtaining an Egyptian visa, as mentioned previously. But kindly note that in some ports, guarantee letter will be required and also permission from the tourism police, to leave the port and return and your travel agent will help you in this case by providing the guarantee letter. It is therefore possible to apply for an Egyptian visa on arrival at the border control for the countries that take the visa upon arrival However, it is strongly advised against crossing the land border as information on checkpoints that issue visas on arrival is not always up to date. Thus, applying for a visa on arrival in Egypt can be done mainly at the following international checkpoints:
Cairo International Airport
Hurghada International Airport
St Catherine's International Airport
Borg El Arab International Airport in Alexandria
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport
Luxor International Airport
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Reviews of this operator
Ram (Google Reviewer)
I had a great tour...
28-Dec-2024
I had a great tour of the famous WW2 memorials and museum dedicated to the Battle of El Alamein. My tour guide was Mohamed Elnoby. He was fantastic at explaining the history of the landscape and I had a very good experience with him as my tour guide. My driver Abdullah was also very good. ...more ...less
Dimitrios Panagopoulos (Google Reviewer)
We chose Sun Pyramids for...
03-Jan-2025
We chose Sun Pyramids for our trip to Egypt, a private family group of seven persons. Their representative, Martina did an excellent job of preparing the schedule for an 8-day vacation that took us to many parts of Egypt. We explored the Giza pyramids and the Cairo museums including the newly opened GEM, the Siwa Oasis, Luxor and Aswan including Abu Simbel and Nubian village. We also visited Alexandria on the way to Siwa. We had a balloon ride over Luxor at sunrise, tea in the desert at sunset and felucca ride in Aswan. All drivers and guides were professional and always on time: Mervat for Cairo and Alexandria, Mo for Siwa and Ahmed for Luxor and Aswan were fun, knowledgeable and very helpful and polite in every aspect. The accommodation was also up to standard with good breakfast options, although a newly renovated hotel lacked heating (which apparently is required during wintertime!). Strongly recommend Sun Pyramids for your Egypt vacation.
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Jeremy Balizenter (Google Reviewer)
Mahmoud Emam is a walking...
18-May-2024
Mahmoud Emam is a walking Google. I'm not sure if he is human, because he knows everything. He is friendly, polite, articulate, and charismatic. We were amazed by the sites and the depth of knowledge he shared. Ahmed Hamama was our driver and him and Mahmoud (our tour guide) arrived on time to begin our journey. Ahmed is a great driver who also is very polite, professional, courteous, and a pleasure to be around. I am fortunate to have chosen the right team to make this unforgettable experience of a lifetime.
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Javier Santiago (Google Reviewer)
My experience today was amazing,...
26-Jul-2022
My experience today was amazing, our tour guy Mahmoud is very knowledgeable, professional and caring. He explained the pyramid history and museum history. He took us to a very nice jewelry store and very nice restaurant. (The food was delicious)
The driver Ahmed is also very professional. He picked us up at the scheduled time. I highly recommend Mahmoud and Ahmed.
Thank You
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Mags Martin (Google Reviewer)
Hoda of Sun Pyramids put...
22-Sep-2024
Hoda of Sun Pyramids put together a magnificent 2 day package for Bedford Scuba Divers that no one else could offer as we had limited time. We toured Cairo and Luxor in two packed full days even a camel ride and enjoyed every minute. We were able to visit the sights early and great tour guides throughout. We stayed at overnight Hotel Nefertiti in Luxor and it was a lovely Egyptian surprise in Luxor, with amazing views both in the evening and in the morning. Thank you Sun Pyramids, especially Hoda.
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Christina Rong (Google Reviewer)
We took 2 day Tour...
20-Oct-2024
We took 2 day Tour of Cairo and Alexandria from Port Said. It was a private tour. Sun Pyramids Tours provided excellent customer service. First, the tour coordinate Rana was very responsive and made a comfortable arrangement. The tour guide Ahmed is knowledgeable, friendly and speaks good English. The driver is very good as well. We felt safe and enjoyed the tours.
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A Jens (Google Reviewer)
We had a great time...
07-Mar-2025
We had a great time in Egypt and thanks to our guide Mohamed Elnoby, who not only took us on a truly amazing three days desert tour as well as a day trip to Alexandria, we got an unique insight into the culture of this rich and fascinating country and got to see places we would never have been able to discover by ourselves. Thank you again and we can truly not recommend this experience enough especially the desert trip (just maybe a second sleeping bag would have been nice as it was quite cold at night in the tent)
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megan tomes (Google Reviewer)
We spent two days touring...
19-Jul-2024
We spent two days touring Cairo with Mahmoud Emam and are feeling so blessed to have chosen this company and experience. We went to the pyramids and rode camels, saw historical sites in Memphis and Saqqaura. Mahmoud was very knowledgeable and kind. He has so much information about so many different aspects of Egyptian history and culture and we so enjoyed our time with him. I highly recommend requesting him as your tour guide. We also did a dinner cruise on the Nile River and had shuttle service to and from the airport and had a wonderful driver as well as another tour guide named Mohab for these who we also felt very safe and comfortable with and learned a lot from. We have been so happy with our time in Egypt!!
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Thilantha Senaratne (Google Reviewer)
I booked 08N/09D, tour with...
10-Oct-2023
I booked 08N/09D, tour with Sun Pyramids Tours. When I decided to make a tour to Egypt on my own I found out this travel company in a Google search. With the other customer recommendations I chose to travel with this agent with my family of 03 people.
They handled our tour professionally and the vehicles provided were in very good quality.
Overall we had a very nice experience in Egypt with the tailor made tour which was proposed by Sun Pyramids to suit our itinerary.
Thanks a lot Sun Pyramids Team
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Sanaullah Kiani (Google Reviewer)
They are expensive enough, they...
30-Jul-2024
They are expensive enough, they promise 4 star hotels but the hotels are 2 stars, noisy, unmanaged and untrained staff. They won't care about the comfort the hotel may call you at midnight for any request you made at 9.30pm. Breakfast time was 7am, and i reached 7:30am, and it was finished. Customer care may call you at 1.30 am for any issue you face in the daytime. The card they gave me was full of dust as I opened the air through it all went on my face. They promised full air-conditioned cars, but they gave old less functional. The good thing was I canceled the 9 days plan on the 4th day, and they returned me about 40% payment. 1 star is for the refund. I don't recommend it.
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