Private 3 Days Tour to Cairo, Giza, and Alexandria from Cario

The big draw is the sweep: in three days, you can stand before the Pyramids and Sphinx, see Saqqara’s Step Pyramid, then reach Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast. A private car and guide take care of the long hops, so you can spend your energy on the sites rather than arranging each transfer.

I like two things about this plan: it pairs the famous Giza sights with older, quieter Saqqara and Memphis, and it makes room for Cairo’s Coptic quarter and Saladin’s Citadel before the Alexandria day trip. The guide is available in English, Spanish, German, French, or Italian, and lunch is included each day.

The trade-off is a tight schedule with important costs outside the starting price. Admission fees, accommodation, and personal expenses are extra, and the quality of the trip depends on sensible timing. Confirm the day’s order and any optional camel ride price before you set off.

At a glance

• Giza’s headline sights: See the Great Pyramids and Sphinx, with timing that matters because the site closes in the late afternoon.
• Saqqara and Memphis: Add the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the ancient city of Memphis to the better-known Giza stops.
• Cairo’s historic mix: Visit the Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo’s churches and synagogue, and the Citadel with its Muhammad Ali Mosque.
• A full Alexandria day: The drive takes about 2.5 to 3 hours each way, so expect a long day on the road.
• Private transport and a guide: Hotel pickup in Cairo or Giza, a private car, a guide in one of five listed languages, and lunch are included.
• Budget for extras: Entry tickets and lodging are not covered by the starting price, and camel rides or other personal purchases may cost more.

Three days, from Giza to the Mediterranean

This is a fast-moving introduction to some of Egypt’s most important sights. Day one centers on Giza, Memphis, and Saqqara; day two covers Cairo’s museum and historic districts; day three is set aside for Alexandria. The exact timing and order can shift with traffic and weather.

The private format helps with a route this broad. You have a car for the transfers and a guide to explain what you’re seeing, rather than needing to piece together transport between distant sites. But private does not mean leisurely by default. You’ll want to confirm the order of stops and keep an eye on the clock, especially at Giza and on the Alexandria day.

Pickups are offered at hotels or personal addresses in Cairo or Giza, with departure times shown between 8:00 and 10:00. The operator is supposed to confirm your pickup time in advance. Airport pickup or drop-off, including a nearby hotel, carries an extra fee.

Day one: Pyramids, Memphis, and Saqqara

The Great Pyramids and the Sphinx are the natural focus of the first day. They are enormous, familiar from photographs, and much more striking when you are standing close enough to see their scale. Your guide can help make the visit more than a quick photo stop, but you should make sure there is enough time on site to explore at a pace that suits you.

That timing is worth discussing before you leave. One account of this tour described arriving at Giza around 4 p.m., with the site due to close at 5. That left little time for the pyramids and created pressure around an optional camel ride. Ask when you’ll reach Giza and how long you’ll have there. If a camel ride is offered, agree on the price and duration with the provider before you accept; one reported ride quoted at 350 Egyptian pounds per person ended up costing 1,200 per person. Treat that as a clear reason to confirm the terms, not as a standard rate.

Memphis and Saqqara add useful context to the headline sights. Memphis was an ancient Egyptian city, while Saqqara is home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser. Seeing these places alongside Giza gives you a broader view of Egypt’s early monumental architecture instead of devoting the whole day to the most famous plateau.

The order matters. If you care most about the pyramids, say so at the start and ask the guide to plan around their closing time. The schedule may change with traffic and weather, but a clear conversation makes it easier to protect time for the sites that matter most to you.

Lunch is included, though the details of the restaurant and menu are not specified. Think of it as a practical break in a full day, rather than a reason to skip asking about food needs or other personal requirements before you go.

Day two: Cairo’s museum, churches, synagogue, and Citadel

Day two brings a different side of Cairo. The Egyptian Museum gives you a chance to see ancient objects gathered in one place, while Old Cairo takes you to historic religious sites: the Hanging Church, the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, and Ben Ezra Synagogue. The mix makes this more than a day of pharaonic monuments. It introduces several layers of the city’s religious and civic past.

The Citadel of Saladin and Muhammad Ali Mosque round out the day. Their presence on the route gives you a change of scale and setting after the museum and the narrow historic quarter. You’ll want to ask how much time is planned for each stop, since the program covers several places and can feel rushed if the schedule slips.

Pay close attention to which museum is included in the day’s plan. There has been confusion on this tour between the Egyptian Museum named in the highlights and a different museum visit. Confirm the intended museum with the operator before departure, then check with your guide on the day. This simple question can prevent a disappointing mismatch between what you expected and where the car takes you.

The listed tour length for this day is not clearly stated. One reported outing finished in about four hours despite an expectation of a longer visit, with a planned museum stop missed. So don’t assume every site will receive equal time. Before setting off, ask which stops are definite and how the day’s route will be handled if traffic or opening hours cause delays.

Day three: Alexandria and a long road day

Alexandria is about 2.5 to 3 hours from Cairo by car, each way. That makes this a substantial excursion, not a quick add-on. The tour describes the day as a full-day visit, with lunch included and a return to your hotel or address shown between 16:00 and 18:00. Actual timing can vary with traffic and weather.

The itinerary provided does not name Alexandria’s individual stops. Ask the operator which places are planned before booking, especially if you have a particular site in mind. One itinerary ended early when the Library of Alexandria was closed on a Friday, without another sight added. If your date falls on a Friday, confirm whether the library is open and what the plan is if it isn’t.

Because the drive uses a large part of the day, a short visit to Alexandria can feel rushed if the schedule is not well planned. Ask what time you expect to leave Cairo, how many stops are included, and what time the return journey begins. Those answers will help you judge whether this day trip fits your priorities.

What the price covers, and what it doesn’t

The advertised price starts at $134.55, while the package description also gives a starting figure of $130 for a private car, guide, and lunch without entry fees or accommodation. Prices can vary by booking details, so check the final amount and exact package before paying. The key point is that the low starting price does not include admission.

The excluded fees cover a broad set of stops: the Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, the Citadel, Giza’s pyramids, Memphis, Saqqara, and Alexandria. You’ll also pay separately for accommodation, personal expenses, and tips. Add up likely ticket costs before deciding if the tour fits your budget, and keep a little flexibility for optional activities or purchases.

In return, the package includes a private car, a guide in English, Spanish, German, French, or Italian, round-trip hotel transfers in Cairo or Giza, and lunch. For a three-day route with a long Alexandria drive, having transport arranged can be worth paying for, particularly if you prefer not to plan each leg yourself. The value depends on whether the operator keeps the day moving and gives you enough time at the stops you care about.

Sami Tours has 1,611 total reviews and a 94% good review rate, though the overall rating shown for this particular activity is 3 out of 5 based on two reviews. That small activity-specific sample points to a mixed picture: one account praised a professional driver and a friendly, funny English-speaking guide, while another described timing problems, a missed museum, and an unexpectedly high camel-ride charge. There is no guide’s name provided, so you cannot request a particular person based on the details available.

That contrast makes expectations important. The driver and guide can make a long itinerary much easier, but you should still ask direct questions about the schedule, museum, Alexandria stops, and optional costs. A friendly guide is a plus; clear timing and pricing matter just as much.

Who will get the most from this tour

This works best if you have three days, want to cover Cairo, Giza, and Alexandria in one booking, and value private transport over having every detail arranged independently. It suits first-time visitors who want a guide to connect the major sites and are comfortable with a packed schedule.

It may be less suitable if you want long, unhurried visits, need a firm promise about every stop, or prefer to choose each museum and meal yourself. The Alexandria drive alone takes several hours round trip, and the Cairo days include multiple sites. If you have more time in Egypt, spreading these visits across extra days may give you room to linger.

Before booking, check the final price, confirm the pickup address and time, and ask for the day-by-day route in writing. Ask specifically which museum is planned, what Alexandria stops are included, and how optional activities are priced. Those small checks address the main risks without taking away the convenience of a private itinerary.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want a guided, three-day overview and accept that admission and lodging are separate costs. The strongest reasons to go are the range of sites, a private car, hotel pickup, and lunch, with an option to choose among five guide languages.

Skip it if your top priority is slow sightseeing or if you don’t want to manage extra ticket costs and clarify the schedule. The trip can be good value when the route is well timed, but it asks you to be an active participant: confirm what you’ll see, protect time at Giza, and settle optional prices before agreeing to them.

FAQ

What places does the three-day tour cover?

The tour includes the Great Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza, Memphis, Saqqara’s Step Pyramid of Djoser, Cairo’s Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo’s Hanging Church, Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, and Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Citadel of Saladin, Muhammad Ali Mosque, and a full day in Alexandria.

Are admission tickets included?

No. Admission to the Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, the Citadel, Giza’s pyramids, Memphis, Saqqara, and Alexandria is excluded.

Is accommodation included?

No. You need to arrange and pay for your own accommodation.

What is included in the package?

The package includes a private car, a guide, lunch, and round-trip transfers to and from your hotel or the meeting location.

Which languages are available for the guide?

The listed guide languages are English, Spanish, German, French, and Italian.

Where can I be picked up?

Pickup is offered at a hotel or personal address in Cairo or Giza. Airport pickup or drop-off, including a nearby hotel, costs extra.

How long is the drive to Alexandria?

The drive from Cairo to Alexandria is approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. The return trip is also part of the day.

What is the cancellation policy?

A full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date, using the destination’s local time.