Egypt Express: Cairo and the Great Pyramids

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Egypt Express 5 days
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 Sun, 18 Jan 2026
Confirmed

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7 WeRoaders


$624
Book your spot with a $104 deposit
Pay the outstanding balance of $ 520 by 15 Dec
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The deposit option is only available if you book this tour before 15 Dec.
Private room included when booking for 2
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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Itinerary

day 1

Welcome to Egypt

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Round trip flights are not included in the package, so you can choose from where and when you want to fly. This is to give you maximum freedom of choice!

To kickstart our journey, we'll take a leisurely stroll through the city's historic streets, immersing ourselves in its rich past. This will also serve as an excellent opportunity for us to bond and enjoy some local delights, such as sipping on refreshing mint tea and sampling the regional cuisine. It's the ideal way to begin our adventure on a delightful note!

Included: overnight stay

Money pot: local transport

Not included: meals and drinks

day 2

The Great Pyramid of Giza

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The ancient world
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Today, the highlight of our journey awaits as we set our sights on the oldest of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramid of Giza, also known as the Cheops pyramid. But that's not all – in the Giza necropolis, we'll also encounter the pyramids of Chefren and Menkaure, not to mention the enigmatic Sphinx. It's an incredible opportunity to witness these colossal monuments, which have endured the test of time.

However, being WeRoad adventurers means we don't settle for mere sightseeing. Are you ready for some excitement? Great! Because we're taking things up a notch by venturing into the desert on quad bikes!

Sailing along the Nile

After checking off one of the seven wonders of the world from our list, it's time to unwind and take a leisurely stroll through the city centre. Alternatively, we can opt for a serene felucca ride on the Nile River. On this traditional boat, we'll have the chance to admire a breathtaking sunset over the city, reminiscing about all the epic moments of this day, which will undoubtedly leave a lasting imprint in our memories.

Included: overnight stay, breakfast, guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza and return transfer from Cairo

Money pot: local transport, entrance tickets, quad and felucca rides

Not included: meals and drinks

day 3

Ancient Egypt

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The Egyptian Museum

Today, we kickstart our day with a must-visit destination to deepen our understanding of this incredible place – the Egyptian Museum in Cairo! Housing a staggering 150,000 artefacts, it boasts the world's largest collection of items from the Ancient Egyptian era. While we might not get to see everything, we'll certainly give it our best shot.

For a more enlightening experience, we have the option to explore the museum alongside an expert Egyptologist. As we stroll through the corridors adorned with papyrus, statues, sarcophagi, and even mummified pharaohs, we'll unravel the history of this ancient civilization. Among all the treasures, one piece shines the brightest – the death mask of Pharaoh Tutankhamun.

This immersive experience sets the stage for the rest of our day as we continue to explore the city, now equipped with a much deeper appreciation of its historical and cultural richness.

Memphis: the Capital of Ancient Egypt
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In the afternoon, we'll explore an unexpected treasure – not the well-known pyramids, but rather the historic gems of Memphis, Ancient Egypt's inaugural capital, and the nearby Saqqara necropolis. Just under five years ago, an astonishingly well-preserved new tomb, likely belonging to a 4,400-year-old Egyptian official, was unearthed here.

Amid the aura of mystery, we'll encounter Djoser's pyramid, the country's oldest, where a total of 17 pharaohs found their resting place. If time permits, we'll venture to the Dashur necropolis, home to the unique bent pyramid that opened to the public in 2019.

Included: overnight stay, breakfast

Money pot: entrance fees to the sites and tickets

Not included: meals and drinks

day 4

Cairo

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The Medieval City

Today marks our final day in Cairo, and while the bittersweet feeling of journey's end lingers, we're undaunted! A full day awaits us to uncover the unique treasures of the city's Islamic quarter.

Our exploration commences at the majestic Citadel of Saladin, a historical bastion where the Alabaster and Sultan Hasan mosques grace the landscape. Originally constructed as a defence against Crusaders, its elevated position provides unparalleled panoramic views.

Next on our itinerary is Khan el Khalili, the city's bustling souk, an essential stop for souvenir hunters. Here, you can stock up on everything from replica ancient Egyptian artifacts to lamps, vases, and papyrus scrolls.

After a thorough exploration of this incredible city, it's time to bid adieu, perhaps over a delicious meal at a traditional restaurant. Here, we'll raise a toast to this unforgettable adventure and all the exciting journeys yet to come!

Included: overnight stay, breakfast, local guide, city tour, farewell dinner

Money pot: entrance fees to the sites and tickets

Not included: additional meals and drinks not mentioned above

day 5

Goodbye Egypt

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Check-out and goodbye

Check-out and goodbye – until your next WeRoad adventure!

End of services. The itinerary may undergo some variations that differ from what is stated above. These variations may not be predictable nor depend on WeRoad’s will, i.e. climate conditions, national holidays, strikes, etc.

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Hi there! My name is Giulia and I'm a travel enthusiast (as you can already imagine). I work as an Executive Assistant in Finance and my favourite time of the year is when I go on holidays, no matter if it's winter or summer. I'm so looking forward to travel with you and explore this beautiful world we live in!
During Ramadan, from March 9th to April 8th, 2024, our itinerary may be adjusted due to changes in the opening hours of public places. We'll rely on packed lunches and dine in private areas during the day, as part of our commitment to respecting local traditions and immersing ourselves more deeply in the culture.
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During Ramadan, from March 9th to April 8th, 2024, our itinerary may be adjusted due to changes in the opening hours of public places. We'll rely on packed lunches and dine in private areas during the day, as part of our commitment to respecting local traditions and immersing ourselves more deeply in the culture.

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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Is the flight included?

Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.

Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!

What is the Money Pot and how does it work?

This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!

The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. 

It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group. 

It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.

You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.

The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.

It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.

It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.

If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.

The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.

If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.

Which are the accepted payment methods?

We offer several payment methods to meet all needs:

1. Credit or debit card from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.

2. Installment payments for certain countries only

If you choose the deposit and balance option, you can pay the balance from your MyWeRoad Personal Area via bank transfer.

Can I cancel or modify my booking?

Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. (Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.) If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.

If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option. Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.

You can do it directly from your personal MyWeRoad account!
 
Within your booking you will find the "Change Your Trip" section at the bottom right, just underneath your booking details. You will be able to select a different date for the same trip, or a different trip entirely. Whether you are able to change the trip depends on the cancellation terms of your booking. For your original booking if you selected the Private Room, Flexible Cancellation or entered any discount code, gift card or voucher, before confirming the change we will let you know if anything isn't applicable to the new trip and you can decide whether to proceed or not. If you have any issues please do get in touch with the WeRoad team and we'll be able to help. 
 
It's not possible to move to a 'sold out' trip and with any trips that are 'on request' we will need to check availability with our local partners so please do get in touch if you want to move to an 'on request' trip. Please bear in mind that if the trip has the 'final spots' status, there may be no places left in either the male or female room.

How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.

What type of accommodation should I expect on your trips?

In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.

For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.

The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!

Why do we have the Money Pot on all WeRoad trips?

If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!

Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group. 

But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements! 

It also helps us speed up paymentsimagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.

In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants. 

The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button

which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:

How can I find the flight details of my travel buddies?

WeRoad is not authorised to provide this information due to privacy reasons.

However, there is a solution - you can connect with your travel buddies by joining our Facebook group. Look for a post related to your trip, or ask the group admins for help in connecting with your future travel companions!

If a Travel Coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you're interested in, you can easily find their introduction post in the group via the website: in the tour list, click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip details page, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator's name] for information on this trip in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!

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What's the average size and age of a WeRoad group?

In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.

On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.

All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curios to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +447716573700

Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.  

Can I see who’s in the group before I book the trip?

Yes! If you're curious, you can take a sneak peek at the group before booking – although, in our opinion, that kind of spoils the surprise! You’ll find the info in the ‘Group’ section for each trip on the departures page, showing how many WeRoaders have already booked. Click the little arrow and you’ll even see their gender and ages – but hey, that’s exclusive info, so we’ll ask you to log in or sign up to see that!

You can spot this info in the screenshots below:
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Will I share the room?

Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.

There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.

During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.

Who is and what does the Travel Coordinator do?

The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!

You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.

How can I be part of the community?

When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.

But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!