4 Days Giza Pyramids and Wadi El Hitan Tour | Alexandria Escape

4 Days Giza Pyramids and Wadi El Hitan Tour | Alexandria Escape

Wadi El Hitan, Al Fayoum Governorate, Egypt

Duration

4 days

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Overview

Uncover the ultimate combination of ancient wonders, coastal elegance, and prehistoric mysteries with our premier Giza Pyramids and Wadi El Hitan Tour. This masterfully condensed 4-day, 3-night private itinerary is explicitly designed for discerning adventurers who want to experience the absolute best of Northern Egypt’s diverse landscapes in a limited time frame.

Your boutique journey begins with the legendary Giza Plateau and Sphinx in Cairo, followed by a scenic coastal day trip to Alexandria on the Mediterranean Sea to explore ancient Roman catacombs and the beachfront Citadel of Qaitbay. The expedition reaches a thrilling climax as you board a rugged 4×4 Jeep safari vehicle, driving deep into the Fayoum desert to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Wadi El-Hitan (Valley of Whales) to view 40-million-year-old marine fossils hidden among dramatic sand formations. Supported by fully private air-conditioned transfers, premium accommodations, and expert personal Egyptologist guides, this 4-day tour delivers an unmatchable luxury-adventure experience.

Included/Exclude

Private airport meet, greet, and assistance services by our representatives
All private transfers in modern, air-conditioned vehicles throughout the 4 days
Dedicated, licensed 4x4 rugged Jeep vehicle for the Wadi El-Hitan and Fayoum safari day trip
3 Nights premium hotel accommodation in Cairo/Giza on bed and breakfast basis
Meals specified in the itinerary (3 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches at premium local restaurants)
Private English-speaking professional Egyptologist guides during all sightseeing tours
All official environment permits and desert national park entry permissions handled in advance

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Tour Plan

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Giza Pyramids & Great Sphinx Exploration

Welcome to Egypt! Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where our professional representative will greet you at the terminal and assist you with your entry visa and luggage. Step into your private, modern air-conditioned vehicle and transfer straight to the Giza Plateau to begin your adventure. Stand in awe before the majestic Great Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus) and the iconic Great Sphinx. After a traditional Egyptian lunch at a premium local restaurant, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy a relaxing evening soaking up the historic Cairo atmosphere. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: Alexandria Coastal Wonders & Mediterranean Day Trip

Savor a fresh breakfast at your hotel before embarking on a private day tour to Alexandria, the Pearl of the Mediterranean. Travel along the comfortable desert highway in your private AC vehicle. Upon arrival, explore the fascinating Greco-Roman heritage, starting with the mysterious Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa and the soaring Pompey's Pillar. Enjoy a fresh Mediterranean seafood lunch overlooking the water, followed by a visit to the historic Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the foundations of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, and see the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Drive back to Cairo in the evening for overnight.

Day 3: 4x4 Fayoum Desert Safari & Wadi El-Hitan UNESCO Adventure

After breakfast, board our rugged, professional 4x4 Jeep vehicle for an extraordinary safari expedition to Fayoum Oasis. Our first stop is the stunning Magic Lake and the beautiful waterfalls of Wadi El-Rayan. From there, we blast off-road across the sweeping sand dunes into the remote valley of Wadi El-Hitan (Valley of Whales), a protected UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk through the open-air desert museum to see exceptionally preserved, 40-million-year-old fossils of prehistoric whales with hind legs. Enjoy a freshly prepared traditional lunch in the desert before driving back to Cairo for your final hotel night.

Day 4: Cairo Culture Shopping & Final Airport Departure

Savor your final breakfast at the hotel. Check out of your room and meet your guide for a final morning visit to the historic, medieval Khan El Khalili Bazaar to enjoy a walking tour and shop for authentic local souvenirs, spices, and handmade crafts. Following a fresh local lunch, your private vehicle will transfer you seamlessly back to Cairo International Airport for your international flight home, successfully concluding your epic 4-day treasures of Egypt tour.