Egypt in Light (EIL) — 4 Days / 3 Nights
Duration : Days / 3 Nights | Type : Privately Guided Package | Runs : By Request (Tailor-made)Overview
Egypt in Light is a short, value-focused itinerary designed to capture the highlights with a strong cultural mix. Begin with a warm welcome in Cairo and a classic evening in Khan El Khalili. Day two covers the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) and the Pyramids of Giza. Day three is a full-day excursion to Alexandria, “The Pearl of the Mediterranean,” featuring key Greco-Roman and coastal landmarks before returning to Cairo.
Highlights
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar with dinner in Old Cairo
- Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) including Tutankhamun treasures
- Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx (camel ride optional)
- Alexandria full-day tour: Graeco-Roman Museum, Catacombs, Roman Amphitheater
- Photo stop at Qaitbay Fort (site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse)
Trip Style
- Trip Type: Privately Guided Package
- Runs: By Request (Tailor-made)
- Level of Fitness: Intermediate
Pricing: To ensure every detail aligns with your expectations, pricing is provided after a short discovery call/session.
Itinerary
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Day1
Day 1 Arrival + Khan El Khalili Bazaar Dinner
Upon international arrival, your Kaya Escapes greeter will warmly welcome you, assist with all formalities, and accompany you to your hotel for check-in.
Meet your private Egyptologist guide and enjoy an evening visit to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, followed by a special dinner at a local restaurant in the heart of Old Cairo.
Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.
Included Activities :
Airport meet & assist, Khan El Khalili Bazaar visit, dinner in Old Cairo
Meals Included :
DinnerOptional Tours :
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Day2
Day 2 Grand Egyptian Museum + Pyramids of Giza
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Day3
Day 3 Alexandria Full-Day Discovery + Return to Cairo
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Day4
Day 4 Final Departure
Inclusions
- Meet & assist on arrival and departure
- Private transfers in latest air-conditioned vehicles
- Private guided sightseeing as per itinerary
- Meals as stated in the itinerary
- All service charges and taxes (where applicable)
- Meals as stated: 3 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner.
Exclusions
- International flights.
- Country Entry visa.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses (shopping, minibar, massage, spa sessions, tele calls etc.).
- Tips/gratuities.
- Optional activities: camel ride, quad bike, and any add-ons not listed as included.
Pearls
- Cultural Walking tour
- Pyramids of Giza
- Grand Egyptian Museum
- Tut Gallery
- Khufu’s boat
- Mediterranean Sea shore of Alexandria
- Kom El Shukafa Catacombs
- Graeco Roman Museum
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Seamless Arrival & Support
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A Guide Who Brought Egypt to Life
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Private Transfers, Zero Stress
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Planned Around Our Priorities
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Great for Families & Flexible Pacing
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FAQs
Send us your travel date, group size, and preferred pace, and we’ll recommend the best plan—day tours, multi-day itineraries, or a mix.
- Travel date + approximate trip length
- Group size (adults/children)
- Your pace (relaxed vs full schedule)
- Top interests (Pyramids, museums, Nile, desert, etc.)
- Optional Red Sea extension: dates, preferred coast (Hurghada vs Sharm vs quieter resorts), and whether you want relaxation, diving, or family beach time
Contact us and we’ll take it from there.
Our trips are designed around your exact expectations. To make sure every detail aligns with what you want, pricing is confirmed after a short discovery call/session.
Once we understand your dates, preferences, and priorities, we share the best-fit option and quote.
Yes—our experiences are built around private service, including privately escorted sightseeing and fully escorted transfers.
- Privately escorted sightseeing
- Fully and privately escorted transfers
- Latest air-conditioned vehicles
Inclusions depend on the itinerary, but our core approach focuses on comfort and expert support throughout the journey.
- Air-conditioned transfers
- Licensed Egyptologist guides
- VIP immigration service for international arrivals and departures (by prior arrangement)
- Exclusive access opportunities like pre- and post-hours visits (subject to permission and surcharges)
Visa rules can change, so check the latest requirements with the nearest Egyptian Embassy/Consulate before travel.
- E-Visa: apply online before travel (typically valid for 30 days)
- Visa on Arrival: available at major Egyptian airports (cash USD/EUR; typically valid for 30 days)
- Pre-purchased visa: available at major airports (some providers can arrange in advance)
Common requirements: passport valid for at least 6 months, and supporting travel details may be requested.
Egypt’s local currency is the Egyptian Pound (£E). Local currency is useful for tipping and small purchases, while major cards are widely accepted in many places.
- Currency: Egyptian Pound (£E)
- Cash: helpful for tips and small buys
- Cards: Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted; American Express is accepted at leading hotels
Yes. Kaya Escapes is built on respect for the environment and the communities we visit, guided by sustainability and community cooperation.
- Straw to Paper: a community initiative involving special needs individuals, orphans, and widows working together
- Nile River Rescue: a community effort to collect and recycle plastic waste along the Nile to reduce pollution
