Ultimate 3-Day Guide to Cairo & Giza

Curated By

Grace Sarkor

Egypt
Cairo
Arts & Culture
Off-the-Beaten-Path Travel
Sightseeing
Local Culture
Local Food

A woman standing in front of a pyramid on a sunny day.

Curator’s statement

Egypt holds a special place in my heart for several reasons. Seeing the ancient sites in person was a whole different ballgame compared to just reading about them — it felt like stepping into a history book. The culture is so vibrant, and getting to dive into it alongside super welcoming locals made the whole trip extra special. Plus, you can't go to Egypt and not try the falafel — it's seriously amazing. Every day there felt like a new adventure!

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Where to stay

Marriott Mena House, Cairo

Just outside Cairo, this vast luxury sleep has an ornate style, an 18-hole golf course, heated pool, three international restaurants and direct views of the Pyramids.

The St. Regis Cairo

On the Nile Corniche, the St. Regis Cairo is an opulent stay occupying 39 stories of a modern building with ample space for restaurants, a spa, a kids’ club and more.

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Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Set on the banks of the Nile, this luxury stay has multiple restaurants and bars, three outdoor pools and a luxe on-site spa.

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Day 1: The Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx

View of a garden full of palm trees and sand-colored buildings with the pyramids in the background.

Start the trip off with the main attraction, a private full-day tour.

Sites included: The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, a camel ride and an ATV ride through Giza with views of the pyramids.
Lunch and transportation are included.
Extra stops: A natural perfumery, one of four certified papyrus sellers and one of the only certified gold sellers in Giza. Finally, see the Sound and Light Show at The Pyramids.
Guide name: Gamil

Day 2: Egyptian Museums

A jewelry stall at a market selling beaded necklaces of many different colors.

Head to The Egyptian Museum

Pro tip: Arrive right when it opens at 9 AM to avoid crowds.
The museum is huge, so allow at least three hours to explore.
Lunch break at Klakit Art Place.
Next, head to The National Museum.
Final stop of the day: Khan El-Khalili Bazaar.

Day 3: Memphis, Sakkara, and the Dahshur Pyramids

A large sandstone building with a stone path leading up to it. A woman is standing at the forefront of the photo, facing away from the camera and wearing a large sun hat.

Half Day Tour To Memphis, Sakkara, and Dahshur Pyramids.

Tour the open-air museum in Egypt's first capital, Memphis.
Dahshur is home to the Bent and Red Pyramids, which you can enter!
Sakkara houses the earliest pyramids.
The tour includes transportation & lunch.

Sunset Nile River Cruise

Length: two hours.
Includes dinner, belly dancing and wonderful views.

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This itinerary is part of our ongoing series on travel to Egypt. For more travel tips, check out Fora Advisor McKensie Worley’s itinerary, The Perfect 8-Day Itinerary for Exploring Egypt.