Easter_ Between History & Adventure
Tour Itinerary
Easter _ Between History & Adventure
Easter: Between History & Adventure
Cairo 3-Day Tour | Pyramids, Fayoum Oasis & Old Cairo
Book a private 3-day Cairo tour — Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum, Fayoum Oasis nature trip, and Old Cairo's historic sites. All-inclusive with lunch, guide & safari.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Pyramids of Giza, Papyrus Institute & Grand Egyptian Museum
Visit the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World:
- The Great Pyramid of Khufu
- The Pyramid of Khafre
- The Pyramid of Menkaure
See the Great Sphinx, the iconic guardian of the pyramids, and hear the story behind its mysteries. *Optional: a camel ride around the pyramids for a unique experience and amazing photos.*
Stop 2 – Papyrus Institute: Discover how ancient Egyptians made the world's first paper.
Stop 3 – Lunch: A delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant.
Stop 4 – Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM): Explore one of the largest archaeological museums in the world, home to thousands of artifacts and the treasures of King Tutankhamun.
Day 2: Full-Day Trip to Fayoum Oasis — Nature, History & Serenity
- 08:00 AM — Pick-up from your hotel in Cairo, drive to Fayoum
- Lake Qarun — a peaceful lake ideal for birdwatching and relaxation
- Wadi El-Hitan (UNESCO Site) — an open-air museum of fossil whale remains in the middle of the desert
- Wadi El-Rayan — Egypt's only waterfalls, framed by golden dunes
- Tunis Village — an artistic village known for handmade pottery, greenery, and local crafts; lunch served here with natural views
Free time for photos before the return to Cairo by sunset.
Day 3: Old Cairo Tour
After breakfast, pick-up with your private guide and vehicle to explore Old Cairo:
- Salah El-Din Citadel & Mosque of Muhammad Ali — a medieval Islamic fortress with panoramic views of Cairo, and the Ottoman-style Alabaster Mosque inside
- The Hanging Church — one of Egypt's oldest and most important Coptic churches
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar — Cairo's oldest market, with narrow alleys, crafts, spices, perfumes, and souvenirs
*Optional Activity: 2-hour Nile Dinner Cruise*
Trip Details
- Duration: 3 Days
- Tour Type: Private Tour
- Pickup: From your Cairo accommodation
What's Included
- Modern air-conditioned private vehicle
- Tour guide speaking your language
- Lunch meals
- Safari trips
- Bottled water
Not Included
- Entrance tickets
- Gratuities/tips