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Egypt Package Tours

4 Day Cairo Tour from Eilat with Saqqara

4 days
Pickup: Eilat hotels
4.4/5 company rating on TourRadar

Duration4 days
Starts09:00 PM, hotel pickup
GuideEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
CancellationNon-refundable: this tour includes pre-paid hotel nights.

Overview

This 4 day cairo tour from eilat gives you three full days of guided sightseeing in Egypt's capital without a single flight. You travel overland through the Taba border, see the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, spend time with the treasures of the Egyptian Museum and finish at Saqqara with the oldest known pyramid. Two hotel nights in Cairo with breakfast, three lunches and entrance fees are included.

Day 1 is an evening pickup in Eilat and an overnight drive to Cairo. Day 2 covers the Giza Plateau, the Sphinx and the Papyrus Institute, with an optional Nile cruise in the evening. Day 3 starts at the Egyptian Museum and ends in the lanes of the Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Day 4 is Saqqara and the Step Pyramid, then the drive back to Taba and Eilat, where you arrive in the early hours.

This trip is made for travelers already in Eilat who want more than a quick look at the pyramids. Compared with a one or two day dash, this 4 day Cairo tour from Eilat gives each part of the city its own day, so you can enjoy the museum and the bazaar at an easier pace. It works well for couples, friends and curious families who do not mind long road journeys.

Pickup is from your Eilat hotel at 21:00 on day 1, and you are dropped back at your hotel at the end. You stay two nights in a 4-star Cairo hotel with breakfast, priced per person in a shared room for 2 or more travelers, or as a single room if you travel solo. Children are welcome, and the booking form shows the exact price for your number of travelers. The tour departs daily, subject to availability, and is non-refundable because the hotel nights are pre-paid. Prefer a shorter trip? See our Cairo day tour from Eilat and the 2 day Cairo tour from Eilat, or head to Jordan on our Petra tour from Eilat. Choose your date and book your 4 day Cairo tour from Eilat now.

Highlights

Pickup from your Eilat hotel and overland travel through Taba
Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx
Papyrus Institute demonstration
A morning at the Egyptian Museum
Free time in the Khan el-Khalili bazaar
Saqqara and the Step Pyramid of Djoser
2 nights in a 4-star Cairo hotel with breakfast
3 lunches and entrance fees included

Itinerary & route

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Numbers match the itinerary below. Solid lines are walking legs, dashed lines are drives. Map is for orientation only.

Day 1Overnight Journey to Cairo
1

09:00 PMPickup from your Eilat hotel
We collect you from your hotel in Eilat at 21:00. Have your passport ready and travel light. The short drive takes you to the Taba border crossing.
2

Late eveningTaba border crossing
You pass Israeli and Egyptian border control at Taba. On the Egyptian side a driver is waiting to take you on to Cairo. Border formalities can take some time, so patience helps.
EveningOvernight drive to Cairo
The drive across Sinai and on to Cairo takes about 10 hours. Try to sleep on the way, since day 2 starts with sightseeing. There is no hotel on this first night.
Day 2The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
3

MorningPyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
Your guided touring starts at the most famous sight in Egypt, the pyramids on the Giza Plateau, part of the Memphis and its Necropolis World Heritage site. Walk around the great pyramids and then stand in front of the Great Sphinx. Lunch at a local restaurant is included.
AfternoonPapyrus Institute
Visit the Papyrus Institute to see how papyrus was made in ancient times, from the reed to the finished sheet. It is a good spot to pick up an authentic souvenir. Then check in to your hotel.
Optional eveningDinner cruise on the Nile
If you have energy left, you can join an evening cruise on the Nile for an extra charge. It is a relaxed way to see Cairo lit up at night. Ask your guide on the day.
EveningOvernight in Cairo
Your first hotel night is in a 4-star Cairo hotel with breakfast. Hotel details are sent with your confirmation. The rest of the evening is free.
Day 3Egyptian Museum and Khan el-Khalili
4

MorningThe Egyptian Museum
After breakfast you spend the morning at the Egyptian Museum, home to one of the world's great collections of ancient Egyptian art. Your guide helps you focus on the highlights so you get the stories behind the statues and treasures. Lunch is included.
5

AfternoonKhan el-Khalili bazaar
In the afternoon you have time to wander through Khan el-Khalili, Cairo's best known market. Browse spices, lamps, jewelry and crafts, and practice your bargaining. It is one of the liveliest corners of historic Cairo.
EveningOvernight in Cairo
Your second night is in the same Cairo hotel with breakfast. Pack your bag tonight, since day 4 ends with the long drive home. Dinner is on your own.
Day 4Saqqara and Return to Eilat
6

MorningSaqqara and the Step Pyramid
After breakfast you drive to Saqqara, the vast burial ground of Memphis, capital of the Old Kingdom. You visit several pyramids and tombs, including the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest known pyramid. Lunch is included.
7

Early afternoonDrive back to Taba
In the early afternoon you leave Cairo and drive back across Sinai to the Taba border crossing. It is a long road, so bring water and snacks.
8

About 02:00 AMBorder crossing and drop-off in Eilat
After crossing back into Israel you are driven to your hotel in Eilat. The estimated arrival time is about 02:00 in the morning. This is where your trip ends.

What's included

Included

Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Eilat
Road transfers between the Taba border and Cairo
2 nights in a 4-star Cairo hotel with breakfast, double occupancy
3 days of guided tours
Entrance fees to the sites in the program
3 lunches at local restaurants during the tours

Not included

Egypt visa and border taxes
Optional Nile evening cruise
Extra nights, tours and transfers
Food and drinks not mentioned in the program
Tips and personal expenses

Pickup & meeting point

Eilat hotels 21:00No pickup fee

You choose your pickup city when you book. We confirm the exact pickup time and place by email or WhatsApp the day before the tour.

Tour ends with: Border crossing and drop-off in Eilat

Know before you go

Pickup and Start Time

Pickup is from your hotel in Eilat at 21:00 on day 1. You return to your Eilat hotel at about 02:00 after day 4. The tour departs daily, subject to availability.

Accommodation

2 nights in a 4-star hotel in Cairo with breakfast. The first night is an overnight drive, and there is no hotel night after day 4. Hotel details are sent with your confirmation.

Hotel Options and Prices

Prices are per person in a shared room for 2 or more travelers, or for a single room if you travel solo. A 5-star hotel upgrade can be added on the booking form. The booking form shows the exact price for your number of travelers.

Border and Visa

You cross into Egypt at Taba with a valid passport. The Egypt visa and border taxes are not included in the price and are paid separately. Send us your passport details when you book.

What to Bring

Valid passport
Comfortable walking shoes
Hat, sunscreen and a water bottle
A light jacket and a neck pillow for the overnight drive
Cash for tips, drinks and souvenirs

Physical Requirements

Moderate walking on sand and uneven ground at the pyramid sites, plus long road journeys at night. A normal level of fitness is enough.

Age and Children

Children are welcome. There is no separate child rate, and the booking form shows the price for your group.

Language

The tour is guided in English. A French speaking guide can be added for an extra fee.

Cancellation Policy

Non-refundable, because the package includes pre-paid hotel nights. Date changes may be possible on request, subject to availability.

Cancellation policy

When you cancel	Cancellation fee
Any time after booking, or no-show	100% fee (no refund)

This tour includes flights or accommodation that are booked for you as soon as you book, so it is non-refundable, including no-shows. Border and visa fees are also non-refundable once paid. We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers trip cancellation. If we cancel or materially change the tour, you can choose an alternative date, a credit or a full refund. Read the booking terms.

Frequently asked questions

What does the 4 day Cairo tour from Eilat include?

The price includes your Eilat hotel pickup, road transfers to and from Cairo through Taba, two nights in a 4-star Cairo hotel with breakfast, three days of guided tours, entrance fees to the sites in the program and three lunches at local restaurants. The booking form shows the exact price for your number of travelers.

Do I need a visa for Egypt?

Yes, you need a valid passport and an Egyptian visa to travel to Cairo. The Egypt visa and border taxes are not included in the tour price and are paid separately. We need your passport details to confirm the booking. Egypt runs its official e-visa service at visa2egypt.gov.eg, so check your nationality there before you travel.

Where and when is pickup?

Pickup is from your hotel in Eilat at 21:00 on day 1. At the end of day 4 you are driven back to your Eilat hotel, arriving at about 02:00.

Where do I sleep on this tour?

You spend two nights in a 4-star hotel in Cairo with breakfast, on days 2 and 3. The first night is spent on the overnight drive from Taba to Cairo, and you arrive back in Eilat in the early hours after day 4.

How long is the drive from Eilat to Cairo?

The supplier estimates about 10 hours by road from the Taba border to Cairo. The outward drive is overnight, so try to rest on the way.

Is the Nile cruise included?

No. The evening Nile cruise on day 2 is optional and costs extra. Your guide can arrange it on the day.

Can children join?

Children are welcome. There is no separate child rate on this tour, and the booking form shows the price for your group. Keep in mind the long overnight drives, which can be tiring for young kids.

How much walking is involved?

Expect moderate walking at Giza, Saqqara, the Egyptian Museum and the bazaar. Most surfaces are sandy or uneven, so wear comfortable shoes. The long drives are the most demanding part.

When is the best time to visit Cairo?

October to April is the most pleasant time, with warm days and cooler nights. Summer is very hot, so bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water if you travel then. Our Israel, Jordan and Egypt travel guide has more planning tips.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

This tour is non-refundable because the Cairo hotel nights are pre-paid as soon as you book. If your plans change, contact us and we will check other dates, subject to availability. Full details are in our booking terms.

Why book with Booking-Tours

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Licensed local guidesSmall details, good pacing and real stories at every stop.
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