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Egypt · Monuments
The journey
Dive into Egypt's rich history on this 5-day tour through Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Memphis, and Alexandria. Visit the Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Valley Temple, the Step Pyramid of Sakkara, and the Egyptian Museum, and explore landmarks such as the Citadel of Salah El-Dein, the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali, and Old Coptic Cairo. Continue to Alexandria to discover the Catacomb of Kom El-Shokafa, Qaitbay Fortress, Montazah Gardens, Pompey's Pillar, and the ancient Roman amphitheatre while learning about the history, culture, and architecture of these iconic Egyptian cities.
As you move towards the Sphinx, visit the Valley Temple and then continue to the Step Pyramid of Sakkara (King Zoser Pyramid), the oldest major stone structure in the world.
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At a glance
Day by day
Once you arrive at Cairo Airport, our representative will be waiting for you, holding a sign with your name.
They will assist you with your transfer to your hotel in Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo.
After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will pick you up and escort you in an air-conditioned vehicle to visit the Three Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus.
Your next stop will be the Panorama area, where you can enjoy taking great pictures of the Pyramids. Enjoy a short camel ride for an extra fee, available on request. As you move towards the Sphinx, visit the Valley Temple and then continue to the Step Pyramid of Sakkara (King Zoser Pyramid), the oldest major stone structure in the world.
Your last stop will be Memphis City, where you will visit the open-air museum, which houses a huge statue of Ramses II.
Go shopping in the local market and buy souvenirs for your family and friends.
At the end of the day, the representative will escort you back to your hotel in Cairo for an overnight stay (breakfast & lunch).
After enjoying a sumptuous breakfast at the hotel, our representative will pick you up from your hotel.
Embrace the culture of Cairo by visiting its greatest highlights, starting with the Egyptian Museum. You may also visit the mummy room for an extra fee.
Continue to explore the Citadel of Salah El-Dein and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali. Then take a walk through Old Coptic Cairo and visit the Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
As the day nears its end, visit the famous Khan El-Khalili Bazaar.
Transfer back to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo (breakfast & lunch).
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to visit Alexandria City, where you can experience a different culture at the Catacomb of Kom El-Shokafa.
Visit the Qaitbay Fortress and see the Alexandria Library from outside, then walk through the magnificent Montazah Gardens and visit Pompey's Pillar.
Enjoy your time at the ancient Roman amphitheatre.
Transfer back to Cairo for an overnight stay at the hotel (breakfast & lunch).
Once you are done with breakfast, the tour representative will escort you to Cairo International Airport for your final departure (breakfast).
Where this trip takes you
Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Pompey's Pillar (column)
The route
The fine print
Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport, plus transfer to the hotel by air-conditioned modern van
Accommodation in Cairo for 4 nights on a bed-and-breakfast basis
Excursions in Cairo for 2 days as mentioned in the above itinerary
Excursion in Alexandria for 1 day as mentioned in the above itinerary
Private English-speaking guide in Cairo
One bottle of mineral water for each person
Entrance fees to the above-mentioned sites as mentioned in the itinerary
Service charges and all taxes
Transfer to Cairo International Airport on your final departure
One free phone SIM card upon arrival for guests during their stay in Egypt
International flight
Visa to Egypt
Optional tours, if required
Tips
A short camel ride is available on request for an extra fee.
The mummy room at the Egyptian Museum can be visited for an extra fee.
Logistics
Your 5 days finish where they began, in Cairo.
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