Looking to explore Egypt’s iconic history beyond Hurghada’s beaches? This 3-day Cairo and Alexandria tour by plane takes you straight to the heart of ancient and classical Egypt. Discover the legendary Pyramids of Giza, explore the treasures of the Egyptian Museum, and uncover the historic highlights of Alexandria—all within a carefully planned short getaway. With Egypt Nile Travel, this experience offers a perfect introduction to Egypt’s rich heritage in just three unforgettable days.
3-Day Cairo and Alexandria
Looking to explore Egypt’s iconic history beyond Hurghada’s beaches? This 3-day Cairo and Alexandria tour by plane takes you straight to the heart of ancient and classical Egypt. Discover the legendary Pyramids of Giza, explore the treasures of the Egyptian Museum, and uncover the historic highlights of Alexandria—all within a carefully planned short getaway. With Egypt Nile Travel, this experience offers a perfect introduction to Egypt’s rich heritage in just three unforgettable days.
Your 3-day Cairo and Alexandria tour from Hurghada begins with a transfer from your hotel to Hurghada Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will meet your guide outside the terminal and start your sightseeing tour. Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza—Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure—along with the iconic Sphinx. You’ll learn about the history, construction, and purpose of these ancient monuments, with an optional chance to enter the Great Pyramid.
Continue to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest pyramid in Egypt. After enjoying lunch at a local restaurant, transfer to your hotel in Cairo and spend the evening at leisure.
Meals Plan: Lunch Only
Continue your 3-day Cairo and Alexandria tour with a full-day exploration of Alexandria, Egypt’s Mediterranean gem. Begin with a visit to the Roman Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa, one of the largest burial sites from the Greco-Roman period in Egypt. Then head to Pompey’s Pillar, standing on a historic hill once home to ancient temples dedicated to Serapis.
Your tour continues to the impressive Citadel of Qaitbay, a key coastal fortress built to protect Egypt from invasion, followed by a visit to the modern Library of Alexandria. After enjoying lunch at a local restaurant, return to Cairo in the evening.
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
On the final day of your Cairo and Alexandria tour, explore the remarkable Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to hundreds of artifacts spanning all eras of ancient Egyptian history. Continue to the Citadel of Saladin, built in 1172 to protect Cairo, and admire the iconic Mosque of Mohamed Ali with its striking white façade.
End your sightseeing at Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the largest and most famous market in the Middle East. After lunch at a local restaurant, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight back to Hurghada, then continue to your hotel.
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch