Cairo in 5 Days for Seniors - Great Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx
In Collaboration with Egypt Direct Tours. Updated on February 10, 2026.
Budget 5-day holiday between Cairo and Alexandria with hotel accommodation, guided day tours covering Cairo, Giza and Alexandria, airport pick-up and drop-off, and bottle water during tours. Visits include the Giza Pyramids & Sphinx, Saqqara Step Pyramid, Alexandria highlights (Pompey's Pillar, Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel, Bibliotheca Alexandrina), the Egyptian Museum, Saladin's (
This itinerary was created in collaboration with Egypt Direct Tours, inspired by the tour Cairo -Alexandria Short Break 5 Days to Land of the Kings with Sightseeing . Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- Great Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx
- Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara
- Pompey's Pillar and the Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa (Alexandria)
- Qaitbay Citadel and Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- Egyptian Museum and historic Old Cairo (Coptic area, Ben Ezra synagogue)
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Cairo. Meet & assist at Cairo International Airport, private air-conditioned transfer to your Cairo hotel and check-in (hotel check-in from 14:00, early check-in subject to availability). Overnight in Cairo.
Arrival: Meet & transfer to hotel
Meet our representative at Cairo International Airport on arrival, assisted transfer by private air-conditioned car to your Cairo hotel and hotel check-in. Representative will confirm local arrangements and next-day pick-up times.
Tips from local experts:
- Keep passport and flight details handy for the meet-and-assist at arrivals; the representative will ask for your name.
- Hotel check-in is officially from 14:00; if you arrive early, luggage can usually be stored and room allocation is subject to availability.
- Flights can be delayed; if your arrival time changes, notify us as early as possible so the airport pickup can be adjusted.
Day 2
Full-day guided tour of the Giza Plateau (Great Pyramids & Sphinx) and Saqqara (Step Pyramid). Lunch at a local restaurant is included. Tour runs approximately 09:00–16:00 and includes transfers from/to your Cairo hotel.
Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Saqqara (full-day)
Pickup from your hotel at 09:00. Visit the Giza Pyramid Complex to see the Great Pyramids of Khufu (Cheops), Khafre (Chephren) and Menkaure (Mykerinos), and the Sphinx (approx. 2.5 hrs on site). Lunch at a local restaurant (1 hour). In the afternoon visit Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the surrounding necropolis (approx. 2 hours). Return to the hotel at the end of the day.
Tips from local experts:
- The Giza plateau and Saqqara have uneven and sandy surfaces—wear low-heeled, closed shoes and a hat; bring sunglasses and sunscreen.
- Bring a printed or digital copy of your passport for site entrances; entrance fees are excluded from the package and are usually paid on site.
- There are rest and shaded seating areas near the visitor facilities; ask your guide to schedule short rests if needed to avoid long continuous walking.
Day 3
Day trip to Alexandria by deluxe car. Visit Pompey's Pillar, the Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Lunch at a seafood restaurant by the sea is included. Return to Cairo in the evening.
Alexandria: Pompey's Pillar, Catacombs, Qaitbay Citadel, Library
Early pickup from your hotel and transfer to Alexandria (road transfer approx. 2.5–3 hours each way). On arrival visit Pompey's Pillar, the Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa, have lunch at a seafront fish restaurant, then visit Qaitbay Citadel and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Depart Alexandria to return to Cairo at the end of the day.
Tips from local experts:
- The drive between Cairo and Alexandria can take 2.5–3 hours each way—bring any medications, a light snack, and water for the transfer.
- Most Alexandria sites have steps and uneven surfaces; use the guide for assistance and choose lower-traffic visiting times where possible.
- If you need a quieter seating area at lunch, ask the guide to reserve a calm table; seafood restaurants usually provide shaded seating by the sea.
Day 4
Full-day Cairo sightseeing visiting the Egyptian Museum, the Citadel of Salah al-Din (Saladin) and the historic Old Cairo (Coptic area: Abu Serga, Hanging Church, Ben Ezra synagogue). Return to hotel in the late afternoon.
Egyptian Museum, Saladin's Citadel and Old Cairo (full-day)
Start at 09:00 with a guided visit to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square to see the main collection and highlights. Continue to the Citadel of Salah al-Din and then to the Coptic area of Old Cairo to visit Abu Serga, the Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra synagogue. The guide will adapt walking pace and provide seating/rest stops throughout the day.
Tips from local experts:
- The Egyptian Museum and the Citadel can be crowded—carry a small bag and keep valuables secure; seating is available in the museum's main galleries.
- Several Old Cairo sites are historical buildings with steps—if stairs are difficult, ask the guide to plan shorter, seated visits or view the exteriors.
- Bring a light scarf or shawl for modest dress when visiting religious sites; comfortable shoes and a small bottle of water will help during walking sections.
Day 5
Breakfast, hotel check-out (check-out time 12:00; late check-out up to 14:00 subject to availability), and assisted transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure.
Hotel check-out and transfer to Cairo International Airport
After breakfast, the representative will meet you to confirm check-out and transfer arrangements and drive you to Cairo International Airport for your departure. Official hotel check-out time is 12:00; late check-out until 14:00 is subject to availability.
Tips from local experts:
- Confirm your flight time with the representative the evening before to allow suitable transfer timing and airport arrival (recommended at least 2–3 hours before international departures).
- Keep passport, boarding pass and any luggage tags ready; airport traffic can be variable—allow extra time for peak traffic windows.
- If you require a later check-out, request it at reception the day before; late check-out until 14:00 is possible but depends on hotel availability.
Itinerary Attributes
| Days | 5 |
| Highlights | 5 |
| Season | - |
| Month | - |
| Persona | Seniors |
| Transfers | 2 |
| Restaurants | - |
| Total Activities | 3 |
| Total Places | 3 |
| Activities Types | Transfer, Culture |
