Egypt trip: Cairo and Fayoum exploration
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Secure your place on the Cairo and Fayoum exploration and shape a bespoke Egyptian adventure that matches your interests and pace. Our Egypt trips are designed for travelers seeking authentic, tailor-made experiences, with local experts crafting itineraries around your preferences, arranging private guides, and creating meaningful cultural connections. Every detail is carefully managed so you can travel with confidence.
Book a free planning call to personalize dates, accommodations, and special experiences, and turn your travel vision into a journey uniquely your own.
Exploring Cairo and Fayoum trip highlights
- Private pyramids and Sphinx sunrise: Experience an intimate sunrise tour of the Pyramids and Sphinx with a private guide.
- Curated museum and Old Cairo walk: Explore the Egyptian Museum and Khan el-Khalili with a local expert.
- Fayoum Oasis and Wadi El Rayan adventure: Discover Fayoum’s lakes, waterfalls, and desert landscapes on a custom day trip.
- Hands-on cultural workshops: Join makers in Fayoum’s villages for handicraft workshops and authentic meals.
- Desert activities and bespoke relaxation: Choose sandboarding, or a private sunset picnic, and unwind in eco-friendly desert camps.
| Day | Location | Activity | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cairo | • Private transfer from Cairo International Airport • Hotel check-in and orientation • Leisure time with optional market walk | Cairo |
| 2 | Giza / Sakkara / Memphis / Dahshur | • Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus • Great Sphinx and Valley Temple • Step Pyramid of Zoser at Sakkara • Lunch at a local restaurant • Memphis open-air museum and Ramses II statue • Bent Pyramid and Dahshur necropolis | Cairo |
| 3 | Fayoum | • Wadi El Rayan protected area • Wadi Hitan Valley of the Whales • Mudawara Mountain • Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls • Magic Lake boat ride or sandboarding | Desert Camp |
| 4 | Fayoum / Cairo | • Desert sunrise and camp breakfast • Optional stops at Qasr Al Rahala, Qusur El Arab, or Watermelon Valley • Return transfer to Cairo • Check in at Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids | Cairo |
| 5 | Cairo | • Egyptian Museum and Tutankhamun collection • Salah El Din Citadel • Mohamed Ali Mosque • Coptic Cairo churches and synagogue | Cairo |
| 6 | Cairo | • Leisure morning • Hotel check-out assistance • Private transfer to Cairo International Airport | — |
Arrival in Cairo
Welcome to Cairo. Upon arrival, your private driver meets you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel in the heart of the city. Enjoy a warm welcome, efficient check-in, and a brief orientation to begin your tailor-made Egypt travel.
The afternoon is at leisure, with the option of a guided walk to a nearby market to sample local flavors. Personalized service and local expertise ensure a smooth and authentic start to your journey.
Giza Pyramids, Sakkara, Memphis City, and Dahshur
Your guide meets you at the hotel for a tailor-made tour of the Giza Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Continue to the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple, followed by the Step Pyramid of Zoser at Sakkara, the world’s oldest large-scale stone structure.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before the afternoon visit to Memphis, where you see the Statue of Ramses II and the alabaster Sphinx. The day concludes at Dahshur, home to the Bent Pyramid and Egypt’s early royal necropolis.
Tips from Ahmed
Egypt Travel Expert
Egypt’s culinary scene is best explored locally. Try koshari in Cairo, fresh fish in Aswan, and, if you have the chance, homemade bread from a village oven. These simple, authentic flavors are often what travelers talk about long after they return home.
Exploring Fayoum’s natural treasures
Discover Wadi El Rayan and Wadi Hitan, the Valley of the Whales, home to 40-million-year-old whale fossils and striking desert formations.
Climb Mudawara Mountain, stop at the Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls, and glide across the tranquil Magic Lake by boat or try sandboarding on the surrounding dunes. These landscapes highlight why the Fayoum region ranks among the best places to visit in Egypt.
Return to Cairo, desert sunrise, and optional stops
Wake to a desert sunrise and enjoy breakfast at camp before returning to Cairo by private vehicle. Along the way, optional stops at Qasr Al Rahala, Qusur El Arab, or Watermelon Valley allow time for photography, brief walks, and local encounters that add flexibility to your Egypt itinerary.
Arrive in Cairo in the afternoon and check in at the Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids.
Egyptian Museum, Citadel, and Coptic Cairo
Begin at the Egyptian Museum, home to Tutankhamun’s treasures and thousands of ancient artifacts. Continue to the Salah El Din Citadel and the Mohamed Ali Mosque, offering panoramic city views and classic Ottoman architecture.
After lunch, discover Coptic Cairo with visits to the Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, revealing Egypt’s layered religious heritage.
Departure from Cairo
Enjoy a final breakfast at your Cairo hotel, followed by free time to relax, take last photographs, shop for souvenirs, or revisit a favorite place. Personalized checkout assistance ensures a smooth conclusion to your Egypt trip.
At the scheduled time, a private transfer takes you to Cairo International Airport, with support for luggage and airport formalities for a comfortable departure.
