5-Day Egypt Travel Tour Package from Sharm El Sheikh: Cairo, Nile & Fayoum

Overview

  • Duration:6 days 5 nights
  • Travelers:9 guests
  • Tour Type:Group tour, Package tour, Private tour
  • Language:English


6-Day Private Tour Cairo


Discover Egypt’s timeless wonders on a 6-Day private tour Cairo experience combining the Pyramids of Giza, ancient temples, fascinating museums, and the peaceful landscapes of Fayoum Oasis. Travel with a private guide, explore remarkable archaeological sites, and enjoy a balanced itinerary filled with history, culture, and natural beauty. This journey is ideal for travelers seeking comfort, flexibility, and a deeper connection with Egypt’s extraordinary heritage.

What to Expect From the 6-Day Private Tour Cairo Program

This 6-Day private tour Cairo itinerary combines Egypt's most famous archaeological sites with historic neighborhoods, religious landmarks, world-class museums, and the unique natural scenery of Fayoum Oasis. Traveling with a private guide and private transportation allows you to explore at a comfortable pace while benefiting from detailed historical and cultural insights throughout the journey.

Over six days, you will visit the Giza Pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Memphis, Saqqara, Dahshur, Islamic Cairo, Coptic Cairo, Old Cairo, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Salah El-Din Citadel, Al-Azhar Park, and the protected landscapes of Fayoum. Lunch is included on each touring day, while accommodation can be arranged separately upon request.

Itinerary for the 6-Day private tour cairo
Day 1

Cities:
└──➤ Cairo — Giza — Cairo

Visits:
└──➤ Grand Egyptian Museum — Giza Pyramids — Great Sphinx

Your private driver will meet you at Cairo International Airport or collect you from your hotel or accommodation within Cairo.

Travel to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where you will meet your private guide and begin exploring Egypt’s ancient history. Discover the archaeological displays while your guide explains the development of Egyptian civilization and the importance of the collections.

Continue by private car to the Giza Plateau to explore the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. Learn about their construction, history, and cultural importance while visiting one of Egypt’s most famous archaeological areas.

Optional camel riding, horse riding, or quad biking near the Pyramids can be arranged for an additional charge.

Lunch is included during the touring program. After completing the visits, your driver will transfer you back to your hotel or accommodation in Cairo.

Airport pickup followed by sightseeing depends on your confirmed arrival time. The order and duration of visits may be adjusted according to flight timing, traffic, and crowd conditions.

Day 2

Cities:
└──➤ Cairo — Memphis — Saqqara — Dahshur — Cairo

Visits:
└──➤ Memphis — Step Pyramid of King Djoser — Dahshur Pyramids

Begin with an early morning pickup from your hotel or accommodation. Your private driver and guide will meet you before traveling toward some of Egypt’s most important ancient archaeological areas.

Your first stop is Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. Explore the archaeological remains while your guide explains the city’s history and importance.

Continue to Saqqara to visit the Step Pyramid of King Djoser. Learn how this early monument represented an important stage in the development of ancient Egyptian pyramid architecture.

Travel onward to Dahshur, an archaeological area known for its important pyramids and its role in the development of pyramid-building techniques.

Lunch is included during the day. After completing the scheduled visits, your private driver will return you to your accommodation in Cairo.

Day 3

Cities:
└──➤ Cairo — Fayoum — Wadi El Rayan — Wadi El Hitan — Tunis Village — Cairo

Visits:
└──➤ Wadi El Rayan Protected Area — Wadi El Rayan Lake — Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls — Mudawara Mountain — Magic Lake — Wadi El Hitan — Tunis Village

Begin early as your private driver collects you from your accommodation for the approximately two-hour journey to Fayoum.

Explore the Wadi El Rayan Protected Area, including Wadi El Rayan Lake and its waterfalls. Continue through the surrounding desert landscape toward Mudawara Mountain and Magic Lake.

Travel onward to Wadi El Hitan, also known as the Valley of the Whales, where you can discover the natural and geological importance of the area. An included jeep ride forms part of the desert experience.

Continue to Tunis Village, one of Fayoum’s best-known traditional villages, before completing the scheduled sightseeing program.

Lunch is included during the day. After the visits, begin the approximately two-hour private return journey to Cairo, where your driver will drop you off at your accommodation.

This is one of the more active days of the itinerary because of the early departure, longer transfers, outdoor sightseeing, and desert activities.

Day 4

Cities:
└──➤ Cairo

Visits:
└──➤ Sultan Hassan Mosque — Al-Rifa’i Mosque — Mosque of Ahmed Ibn Tulun — Gayer-Anderson Museum — Al-Muizz Street — Al-Hakim Mosque — Bayt Al-Suhaymi — Al-Aqmar Mosque — Qalawun Complex — Khan El Khalili — Al-Azhar Mosque

After breakfast at your own arrangement, your private driver and guide will collect you from your accommodation for a full-day exploration of Islamic Cairo.

Begin at the Sultan Hassan Mosque and Al-Rifa’i Mosque, two important religious and architectural landmarks located close to Salah El-Din Citadel.

Continue to the Mosque of Ahmed Ibn Tulun, followed by the Gayer-Anderson Museum, where you can explore historic interiors, traditional architecture, and collections displayed inside the connected houses.

Proceed toward Al-Muizz Street, beginning near Bab Al-Futuh. Explore important landmarks including Al-Hakim Mosque, Bayt Al-Suhaymi, Al-Aqmar Mosque, and the Qalawun Complex.

Continue to Khan El Khalili, where you can walk through the historic market and browse for souvenirs.

Your final scheduled visit is Al-Azhar Mosque, one of Cairo’s important historic religious landmarks.

Lunch is included during the touring program. After completing the visits, your driver will return you to your accommodation.

This is a full sightseeing day with several walking sections. The order may change according to traffic, prayer times, crowd levels, and operating conditions.

Day 5

Cities:
└──➤ Cairo — Old Cairo — Cairo

Visits:
└──➤ Cave Church — Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As — Hanging Church — Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus — Ben Ezra Synagogue — Coptic Museum

After breakfast at your own arrangement, meet your private driver and guide at your accommodation for a cultural and religious heritage tour.

Begin at the Cave Church, an important religious site known for its distinctive location and design.

Continue to Old Cairo and visit the Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As. Proceed to the Hanging Church, one of the best-known churches in Coptic Cairo.

The tour continues to the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus, also known as the Church of Abu Serga, followed by the Ben Ezra Synagogue.

Your final scheduled visit is the Coptic Museum, where you can learn about Coptic history, art, religious traditions, and archaeological collections.

Lunch is included during the touring program.

An optional felucca sailing trip on the Nile may be added at the end of the day for an additional charge. It is not included unless selected and confirmed in advance.

After completing the program, your driver will transfer you back to your accommodation in Cairo.

Day 6

Cities:
└──➤ Cairo

Visits:
└──➤ National Museum of Egyptian Civilization — Salah El-Din Citadel — Al-Azhar Park

Your final touring day begins with an early pickup from your accommodation after breakfast at your own arrangement.

Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and explore collections representing different periods and developments throughout Egyptian history.

Continue by private car to Salah El-Din Citadel. Your guide will explain the historical importance of this famous fortified complex and introduce you to its major landmarks.

The final scheduled visit is Al-Azhar Park. Spend time in the landscaped surroundings and enjoy panoramic views across Cairo.

Lunch is included during the day.

After completing the visits, your private driver will transfer you to Cairo International Airport, your hotel or accommodation, or another agreed location within Cairo.

The 6-Day private tour cairo concludes after your final drop-off.

What You Will Experience Across Cairo, Giza, and Fayoum

Each day offers a different perspective on Egypt's history and landscapes. Explore the monuments of ancient pharaohs, walk through centuries-old mosques, churches, and traditional streets, then travel beyond Cairo to discover desert scenery, waterfalls, lakes, and one of the world's most important fossil sites.

The itinerary combines archaeological exploration with cultural experiences, giving you time to appreciate both famous landmarks and lesser-known destinations. Throughout the tour, your private guide will provide explanations tailored to your interests while your private vehicle ensures convenient travel between every destination.

How the 6-Day Private Tour Cairo Itinerary Works Day by Day

Your journey begins with airport or hotel pickup before visiting the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Giza Pyramids, including the Great Sphinx. The second day focuses on Egypt's earliest pyramid complexes with visits to Memphis, Saqqara, and Dahshur.

Day three is dedicated to Fayoum Oasis, where you will visit Wadi El Rayan, its lakes and waterfalls, Mudawara Mountain, Magic Lake, Wadi El Hitan, and Tunis Village, with a jeep ride included as part of the desert experience.

The fourth day explores Islamic Cairo, including Sultan Hassan Mosque, Al-Rifa’i Mosque, Ahmed Ibn Tulun Mosque, Gayer-Anderson Museum, Al-Muizz Street, Al-Hakim Mosque, Bayt Al-Suhaymi, Al-Aqmar Mosque, the Qalawun Complex, Khan El Khalili, and Al-Azhar Mosque.

On the fifth day, you will discover the religious heritage of Old Cairo, including the Cave Church, Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As, Hanging Church, Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Coptic Museum.

The final day includes the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Salah El-Din Citadel, and Al-Azhar Park before your transfer to Cairo International Airport, your hotel, or another agreed location within Cairo.

Pyramids, Ancient Capitals, and Museum Visits Included

This itinerary covers several of Egypt's most significant archaeological and historical attractions. Highlights include the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Memphis, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara, and the pyramids of Dahshur, showcasing the development of pyramid construction through different periods.

Museum visits include the Grand Egyptian Museum, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, the Gayer-Anderson Museum, and the Coptic Museum, offering opportunities to explore ancient artifacts, religious heritage, architecture, and Egyptian history across multiple civilizations.

Fayoum Oasis, Wadi El Rayan, and Wadi El Hitan Experience

One full day is dedicated to exploring the natural attractions of Fayoum. Travel by private vehicle to the protected landscapes of Wadi El Rayan, where you will visit the lakes, waterfalls, Mudawara Mountain, and Magic Lake before continuing deeper into the desert.

The program also includes Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales), a UNESCO-listed fossil site renowned for its prehistoric whale remains and geological significance. A jeep excursion is included for this part of the journey before continuing to the traditional surroundings of Tunis Village prior to returning to Cairo.

Private Transportation, Pickup, Lunch, and Accommodation Details

Private transportation is provided throughout the six-day itinerary, including airport pickup on arrival or collection from your hotel or accommodation in Cairo. Daily transportation between attractions and the final transfer at the end of the tour are included.

Lunch is provided during each sightseeing day. Hotel accommodation is not included in the tour price but may be arranged separately upon request. Airport pickup on the first day is subject to your confirmed flight arrival time, and the sightseeing schedule may be adjusted accordingly.

Guide Languages and Optional Activities During the Tour

The tour is available with private guides in several languages, including English, Italian, German, French, Spanish, and Russian, allowing you to choose the option that best suits your travel preferences.

Several optional activities are available at additional cost. Near the Giza Pyramids, camel riding, horse riding, and quad biking can be arranged. An optional felucca sailing trip on the Nile may also be added after the Old Cairo tour if selected and confirmed in advance. These activities are not included unless specifically booked.

Walking Conditions, Schedule Changes, and Important Travel Notes

This itinerary includes moderate walking across archaeological sites, museums, historic streets, and religious landmarks. Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and suitable clothing are recommended throughout the tour.

The Fayoum excursion involves early departure, longer driving distances, outdoor sightseeing, and desert conditions, making it one of the most active days of the itinerary. Daily schedules, visit order, and timing may change depending on traffic, weather, operating hours, prayer times, flight schedules, or crowd levels to ensure the smooth operation of the tour.
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Highlights

  • See Pyramids at Sunrise in silence.
  • Ride across sand before dawn.
  • Watch pyramids sunrise colors appear.
  • Enjoy a private desert route.
  • Choose a camel or horse.
  • Explore the Giza Plateau closely.
  • Learn stories from a guide.
  • Capture sunrise at the pyramids views.

Includes/Excludes

  • Private guide service
  • Sunrise desert ride
  • Camel or horse
  • Giza Plateau visit
  • Private pacing
  • Pyramids at Sunrise
  • Hotel transfer option
  • Lunch option
  • Tickets not always included
  • Lunch not always included
  • Transfer not always included
  • Add-on sites
  • Private photographer
  • Nile felucca ride
  • Quad bike
  • Pyramids sunrise extras

Frequently asked questions

What to Bring for Pyramids at Sunrise Private Tour

- Wear closed shoes for Pyramids at Sunrise.
- Bring a light layer for dawn.
- Carry water for the early start.
- Pack a camera for pyramids sunrise.
- Wear comfortable clothes for riding.
- Bring sun protection for later hours.
- Keep personal items easy to carry.
- Bring your phone for sunrise at the pyramids.

Not Allowed on Trip to Pyramids at Sunrise Private Tour

- Do not rush during Pyramids at Sunrise.
- Do not ignore the guide’s instructions.
- Do not wear unsafe shoes for riding.
- Do not expect a large group setting.
- Do not plan extra sites unless booked.
- Do not forget this is a dawn start.
- Do not treat pyramids sunrise as a fixed rush.
- Do not separate from your guide in the desert.

Know Before You Go to Pyramids at Sunrise Private Tour

- Pyramids at Sunrise starts before dawn.
- Pickup is about 1.5 to 2 hours early.
- Sunrise times change by season.
- Sunrise at the pyramids is quieter early.
- Camel and horse rides suit beginners.
- The pace is relaxed and private.
- The tour continues inside the plateau.
- Extra experiences are selected during booking.

Extra Services

Airport transfers

Airport transfers

Arrange airport pickup service for a smooth arrival in Cairo, ensuring a stress-free transfer with professional assistance directly from the airport to your hotel.

€35.00/person
Photography

Photography

Capture your Cairo journey professionally with a private photographer who ensures beautiful, stress-free photos at the museum and landmarks without missing key moments.

€100.00/package

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