Cairo is a great base for exploring beyond the city. Here are the best day trips from Cairo, from the ancient to the adventurous — all arranged as private tours by licensed Egyptologist guides.
The classic. See the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, then travel back to the very origins of pyramid building at Saqqara’s Step Pyramid and ancient Memphis.
See the Giza, Saqqara & Memphis tour.
A deeper dive into pyramid history — the Step Pyramid, the Bent and Red Pyramids, and the ancient capital Memphis.
See the Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur tour.
The Mediterranean’s “Pearl” — the Catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the Citadel of Qaitbay.
A 4WD adventure to the Valley of the Whales (UNESCO), Tunis village and Lake Qarun.
An overnight desert safari under the stars — one of the most magical experiences in Egypt.
Not far, but worth a full day on its own — or paired with Giza.
Short on time? Giza + Saqqara. Have a spare day? Alexandria or the GEM. Want adventure? The Faiyum or the White Desert.
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