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Private tour in Cairo Tarek A
Shore Excursion from Alexandria to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum with Lunch
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I'm Tarek, your private tour guide in Cairo. Licensed Egyptologist | Cairo Native | 444 Five-Star Reviews Egypt is not just a destination to me — it is my life, my profession, and the story I have dedicated more than 20 years to sharing with travelers from around the world. With a Master’s degree in Egyptology and 446 five-star reviews on ToursByLocals, I specialize in private, personalized tours that combine deep historical knowledge with the comfort, flexibility, and local insight travelers need to truly enjoy Egypt with confidence. Many visitors arrive excited about the pyramids but also concerned about safety, crowds, scams, traffic, or feeling overwhelmed. My job is to remove that stress completely so you can focus on experiencing the wonder of Egypt in a relaxed, meaningful, and unforgettable way. Whether we are standing before the Great Pyramids of Giza, exploring the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum, walking through Old Cairo, or making the most of a short airport layover, I adapt every tour to your interests, pace, and curiosity. Travelers often describe me as patient, knowledgeable, flexible, and easy to understand. One of my greatest strengths is simplifying the complexity of ancient Egypt — turning thousands of years of history into stories that are engaging, clear, and memorable rather than overwhelming. As someone born and raised in Cairo, I also help travelers experience the Egypt beyond the monuments: local culture, daily life, authentic food, hidden corners, and the human side of this extraordinary country. My tours are ideal for travelers who want more than a checklist of sites. They are for people who want to understand Egypt, feel connected to it, and experience it through the eyes of someone who truly knows and loves it. If you choose to tour with me, you are not just booking a guide — you are gaining a trusted local expert dedicated to making your time in Egypt smooth, insightful, personal, and unforgettable.
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Make the most of your time in port with a private shore excursion from Alexandria to Cairo. Visit the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum with a licensed Egyptologist guide, enjoy authentic Egyptian lunch, and travel in comfort with flexible timing.
Overview of your Cairo tour
Make the most of your time in port with a private full-day shore excursion from Alexandria to Cairo’s most famous landmarks. Travel in comfort with a reliable driver to the Giza Plateau where you’ll marvel at the Great Pyramid, the smaller pyramids and the timeless Sphinx. Capture panoramic views before visiting the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), home to amazing treasures including the collection of King Tutankmoun. Enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a trusted local restaurant before returning safely to your cruise ship in Alexandria. With private air-conditioned transport, expert guidance and flexible timing, this tour combines Egypt’s legendary highlights with a seamless, stress-free shore experience. Tour Highlights • The Great Pyramids and the Sphinx • The Grand Egyptian Museum’s world-famous collection • Authentic Egyptian lunch • Learn from a licensed Egyptologist guide • Travel in private, air-conditioned comfort from port to Cairo
Your Cairo tour itinerary
Your private reliable driver will meet you at Alexandria Port for a comfortable drive to Cairo in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival, you will meet your Egyptologist guide, explore the Giza Plateau and stand before the Great Pyramid, the smaller pyramids and the legendary Sphinx. Capture sweeping desert photos before continuing to the Grand Egyptian Museum and admire fantastic artifacts and the treasures of King Tutankamoun. Pause for a traditional Egyptian lunch at a trusted local restaurant before starting the return journey to Alexandria. Enjoy personalized commentary, flexible timing and seamless logistics throughout this private full-day tour designed for cruise travelers who want to see Egypt’s greatest highlights in comfort and safety.
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Pick Up
Transportation by air-conditioned, clean and modern vehicle.
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Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt
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