1 day · Cairo itinerary
Cairo in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary
Only have one day in Cairo? You can still stand before the Pyramids of Giza, meet the Sphinx and see the treasures of Tutankhamun. Here is how to spend one perfect day in Cairo — plus the best-rated tours and tickets to make every minute count.
At a glance
- 1Giza Pyramids & Sphinx at opening
- 2Camel ride on the plateau
- 3Grand Egyptian Museum
- 4Nile dinner cruise
Morning: the Pyramids and the Sphinx
Start early with a guided tour of the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx, before the heat and crowds build. A camel ride to the panorama point gives the classic photo of all three pyramids.
Midday: the Grand Egyptian Museum
Just minutes from the plateau, the Grand Egyptian Museum holds the complete Tutankhamun collection and the Grand Staircase of statues — a guided visit finds the highlights fast.
