3 Days Trip to Cairo and the Grand Egyptian Museum from Sahl Hasheesh by Car
We offer an unforgettable 3 Days Cairo Tour from Sahl Hasheesh by Private Car, including the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Pyramids of Giza, Islamic Cairo, and Coptic Cairo. Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle, stay overnight in Cairo, and explore with an expert Egyptologist guide.
Day 1 – Grand Egyptian Museum Tour from Sahl Hasheesh
Your private 3-day Cairo tour from Sahl Hasheesh begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Sahl Hasheesh. Relax during the comfortable drive across the Eastern Desert in a modern air-conditioned private vehicle with scheduled rest stops before arriving in Cairo. Upon arrival, meet your expert private Egyptologist guide and begin your unforgettable exploration of the spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum in the world located near the Giza Pyramids.
Discover the incredible treasures of King Tutankhamun, magnificent colossal statues of Ramses II, beautifully preserved royal mummies, ancient sarcophagi, colorful papyrus collections, priceless jewelry, monumental sculptures, and thousands of artifacts representing every era of Ancient Egyptian civilization. Your guide will explain the fascinating stories behind Egypt’s pharaohs, dynasties, temples, and archaeological discoveries, making your museum visit both educational and memorable.
After enjoying lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant, you will have free time to relax or choose one of several optional evening activities such as a Nile Dinner Cruise with traditional entertainment, a panoramic Cairo by Night Tour, or a relaxing visit to a traditional Egyptian café overlooking the Nile River. Finally, transfer to your Cairo hotel for check-in and overnight accommodation.
Day 2 – Pyramids of Giza, Memphis and Saqqara Tour
After breakfast at your hotel, continue your unforgettable private Cairo sightseeing tour by visiting the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and Egypt’s most iconic archaeological site. Explore the magnificent Great Pyramid of King Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaure, the mysterious Great Sphinx, the ancient Valley Temple, and the panoramic viewpoint offering spectacular photography opportunities. Guests may also enjoy an optional camel ride across the Giza Plateau for unforgettable desert views.
Following lunch at a quality local restaurant, travel to Memphis, the first capital of Ancient Egypt, where you will admire the enormous Colossus of Ramses II, the impressive Alabaster Sphinx, ancient temples, and fascinating archaeological remains dating back thousands of years.
Continue your journey to the remarkable Saqqara Necropolis, home to the legendary Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the oldest large stone monument ever built and the birthplace of pyramid construction. Explore beautifully decorated ancient tombs, burial chambers, colorful hieroglyphics, and learn how Egyptian architects developed pyramid design before constructing the Great Pyramids at Giza. Return to your Cairo hotel for another relaxing overnight stay.
Day 3 – Islamic Cairo, Coptic Cairo and Khan El Khalili Bazaar
