Discover two of Egypt’s most fascinating cities with our 5 Days Cairo and Alexandria Cheap Holiday Package. This budget-friendly private tour combines ancient history, remarkable architecture, and diverse cultural experiences in one carefully planned itinerary.
Begin your journey in Cairo and Giza, where you will visit the legendary Giza Pyramids and explore the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum. You will also discover some of the capital’s most important religious and historic landmarks during your stay. Learn more about the city in our Cairo travel guide.
The tour also takes you to Alexandria to explore its fascinating blend of Greco-Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean heritage. Visit the city’s renowned historical landmarks while learning about their stories from your private Egyptologist guide. You can read our Alexandria travel guide before your trip.
5 Days Cairo and Alexandria Cheap Holiday Package Itinerary
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Destination
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Departure
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Departure Time
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Return Time
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Dress Code
Budget tour
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Nile Dinner Cruise
Your Cairo and Alexandria budget tour begins upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport. An Egypt Tours Group representative will meet you and assist you with the arrival procedures. You will then be transferred by a private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo, where you can check in and rest after your journey.
Nile Dinner Cruise in Cairo:
In the evening, your driver will take you to enjoy a dinner cruise on the Nile River. Relax as you sail through Cairo, enjoy dinner on board, and take in the illuminated city views from the water.
After the cruise, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo for an overnight stay.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Giza Highlights – GEM Tour
After breakfast at your hotel, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin a full-day tour of the Giza Pyramids Complex and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Giza Pyramids:
Explore the Giza Plateau, home to the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Learn how these monumental royal tombs were constructed and discover their importance in ancient Egyptian history. Entry inside the pyramids requires an additional ticket unless otherwise confirmed in your booking.
Great Sphinx:
See the Great Sphinx, the iconic limestone monument with the body of a lion and the head of a king. Your guide will explain its connection to the Giza complex and the theories surrounding its history and purpose.
Valley Temple of Khafre:
Visit the Valley Temple of Khafre, one of the best-preserved structures within the Giza complex. Built from massive limestone and granite blocks, the temple formed part of King Khafre’s funerary complex.
After exploring the Giza Plateau, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your tour.
Grand Egyptian Museum:
Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts is displayed in a modern setting. Explore the museum’s galleries with your guide and learn about Egypt’s history through objects spanning different periods of its ancient civilization.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 3: Alexandria Day Tour
After breakfast at your hotel, meet your private Egyptologist guide and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria for a full-day tour of the city’s most important historical landmarks.
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa:
Descend into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of Alexandria’s most remarkable archaeological sites. Explore the underground chambers and learn how their carvings and architectural details combine ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman influences.
Pompey’s Pillar:
Visit Pompey’s Pillar, a monumental Roman column erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian. Standing within the archaeological site of the Serapeum, it is one of the largest surviving ancient monolithic columns in Egypt.
Enjoy a seafood lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean, then continue your sightseeing tour of Alexandria.
Citadel of Qaitbay:
Explore the Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century defensive fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Built near the former site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, the citadel offers impressive coastal views and distinctive medieval architecture.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina:
Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern cultural and research center inspired by the ancient Library of Alexandria. Admire its distinctive architecture and learn about its role as a center for knowledge, culture, and education.
At the end of the tour, travel back to Cairo by private air-conditioned vehicle and return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 4: Cairo Musuem & Old Cairo Trip
After breakfast at your hotel, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin a full-day tour of Cairo’s museums, religious landmarks, and historic districts.
Egyptian Museum:
Visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, one of Cairo’s most important cultural landmarks. Explore its collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and learn about different periods of Egypt’s history with your guide.
After visiting the museum, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your Cairo tour.
Salah El-Din Citadel:
Explore the Salah El-Din Citadel, a medieval fortress built to protect Cairo. Discover its historical significance and enjoy panoramic views over the city from its elevated location.
Mohamed Ali Mosque:
Visit the Mohamed Ali Mosque within the Citadel, one of Cairo’s most recognizable Ottoman-era landmarks. Admire its domes, minarets, spacious interior, and distinctive alabaster decoration.
Hanging Church:
Continue to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, one of Egypt’s most significant historic churches. Learn about its religious importance and view its icons, wooden details, and distinctive architectural features.
Amr Ibn Al-As Mosque:
Visit the Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As, originally founded in the 7th century and traditionally recognized as the first mosque built in Egypt and Africa. Your guide will explain its history and the changes made to the building over the centuries.
Ben Ezra Synagogue:
Discover the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue in Coptic Cairo and learn about its religious significance and connection to Cairo’s Jewish heritage.
Al-Muizz Street:
Walk along Al-Muizz Street in Historic Cairo, known for its remarkable concentration of medieval Islamic architecture. See historic mosques, madrasas, domes, and traditional buildings while exploring one of the city’s most atmospheric streets.
Khan El-Khalili Bazaar:
Conclude your sightseeing at Khan El-Khalili, Cairo’s famous historic bazaar. Walk through its lively lanes and browse shops selling souvenirs, spices, jewelry, handicrafts, and traditional goods.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo for your final overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 5: Final Departure
After breakfast at your hotel, check out and meet our representative for your private transfer to Cairo International Airport. Your 5 Days Cairo and Alexandria Cheap Holiday Package concludes with assistance at the airport for your final departure.
Meals: Breakfast
5 Days Cairo and Alexandria Cheap Holiday Package
Tour Inclusions
- Meet and assist services at Cairo International Airport upon arrival and departure.
- 4 nights’ accommodation at a hotel in Cairo, including daily breakfast.
- Private transfers and transportation by modern air-conditioned vehicles.
- Standard entrance fees to the sites mentioned in the itinerary.
- Services of a professional Egyptologist guide during the sightseeing tours.
- Meals as specified in the daily itinerary.
- Bottled water during the tours and transfers.
- All applicable service charges and taxes.
Tour Exclusions
- International airfare.
- Egypt entry visa.
- Gratuities.
- Personal expenses, such as drinks, souvenirs, and laundry.
- Optional tours or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Special admission tickets, such as entry inside the Giza Pyramids, unless otherwise confirmed in your booking.
Tour Highlights
- Explore the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple of Khafre, and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
- Discover Cairo’s major landmarks, including the Egyptian Museum, Salah El-Din Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque, and the historic religious sites of Coptic Cairo.
- Walk along Al-Muizz Street and explore the lively lanes of Khan El-Khalili Bazaar.
- Take a full-day trip to Alexandria to visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Citadel of Qaitbay, and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
- Enjoy an evening dinner cruise on the Nile River in Cairo.
What to Expect During the Tour
- A comprehensive 5-day itinerary covering the major attractions of Cairo, Giza, and Alexandria.
- Informative explanations from a professional Egyptologist guide during the sightseeing tours.
- Private transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicles throughout the itinerary.
- A varied experience combining ancient monuments, museums, religious landmarks, medieval architecture, and Mediterranean heritage.
- A busy sightseeing schedule, particularly on the full-day Cairo tour, with several attractions visited in one day.
What to Pack
- Comfortable walking shoes for archaeological sites and city tours.
- Light, breathable clothing for daytime and an additional layer for cooler evenings.
- A sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
- A valid passport with at least six months’ validity beyond your intended arrival date.
- A camera or smartphone, along with a charger or power bank.
- Any personal medications you may need during the trip.
- Some cash for gratuities, souvenirs, and personal expenses.
The package includes 4 nights’ hotel accommodation in Cairo, private transportation, guided sightseeing, standard entrance fees to the attractions listed in the itinerary, specified meals, airport assistance, and applicable service charges and taxes.
The itinerary includes the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple of Khafre, the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Egyptian Museum, Salah El-Din Citadel, Coptic Cairo, Al-Muizz Street, and Khan El-Khalili. In Alexandria, the tour covers the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Citadel of Qaitbay, and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Yes. The itinerary is suitable for first-time visitors who want to see major attractions in Cairo, Giza, and Alexandria within five days. Please note that some sightseeing days include several visits and may have a busy schedule.
Yes. The package includes 4 nights’ accommodation at a hotel in Cairo with daily breakfast. It also includes the lunches and dinner specified in the daily itinerary, including a Nile dinner cruise on the first evening.
Standard entrance fees to the Giza Pyramids Complex are included. Entry inside the pyramids requires a separate ticket unless it is specifically confirmed as part of your booking.
Travel Tip
Before your trip, explore our Egypt travel blog for practical advice. Read our Egypt travel tips and guides covering what to wear in Egypt, visa requirements, travel safety, packing, and the best time to visit.
Accommodation & Activities
4★ Hotels
Cairo: Barcelo Cairo Pyramids – Triumph Plaza Hotel or similar.
| Per Person | May to September | October to April |
|---|---|---|
| 5-8 Persons | $475 | $515 |
| 2-4 Persons | $575 | $620 |
| Single | $915 | $985 |
5★ Hotels
Cairo: Steigenberger Pyramids – Movenpick Media City – Ramses Hilton – Hilton Pyramids Golf – Marriott Le Meridien Cairo Airport or similar.
| Per Person | May to September | October to April |
|---|---|---|
| 5-8 Persons | $540 | $620 |
| 2-4 Persons | $635 | $725 |
| Single | $1020 | $1165 |
5★ Luxury Hotels
Cairo: Hyatt Regency Cairo West – Four Seasons First Residence – Hilton Conrad – Triumph Luxury or similar.
| Per Person | May to September | October to April |
|---|---|---|
| 5-8 Persons | $705 | $790 |
| 2-4 Persons | $805 | $890 |
| Single | $1300 | $1450 |
Rates for 5★ Ultra Luxury Hotels are available upon request.
Note: Prices may vary during Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays. Please contact us for the exact rate based on your travel date.
Please Note: Optional activities are not included in the tour price and can be added upon request.
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I went with my family on this trip for twelve days. The agency was very respectful with our preferences and budget. The transport was scheduled and we got the opportunity to visit various monuments along a marvelous guide called Ahmed Nasser.
Egypt tour group handled our 12 day tour perfectly. I can’t say enough of how all the arrangements we set up from the moment we got to Cairo airport there was always someone there to meet us. We transferred through 2 airports 4 cities and mutable hotels and never had to wait.
Excellent tour company! We did three tours. One day touring some of the Pyramids, a day trip to Alexandria and an epic 2 day trip from Cairo to Sinai to climb Mount Sinai. Excellent tour company!
Marian was absolutely wonderful!! She was a wealth of knowledge . She guided us to important parts of each temple and tomb.Letting us know what the meaning for the particular inscription.
We had Ayoub as our tour guide, he was absolutely amazing. Very knowledgable on Egypt and spoke English well. He also has a personality that is very easy to get along with and made our trip enjoyable
I went to Egypt recently and I had as a guide Mr Mohamed El Shemei which was excellent and made our experience amazing. He knew so much of Egypts history and he filled us with information however making sure it wasn’t boring.