Cairo & Alexandria

Cairo city pic

Welcome to the bustling capital of Egypt and home to the most famous ancient structure in the world, the Great Pyramids.

You’ll be met by our airport representative who will help you through airport procedures, and be transferred to your hotel for the evening. Free time for the remainder of the day.

Overnight Cairo hotel: Standard, Premium, Premium plus or Ultra Luxury options

Meals own arrangement.

INCLUDED ACTIVITES

• Great Pyramids of Giza

• The Great Sphinx

• Grand Egyptian Museum

Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx

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Enjoy your breakfast before starting your guided tour to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the world, the Great Pyramids of Giza. Your Egyptologist guide will escort you around the pyramid complex and brief you on thousands of years of history.

The largest, the Pyramid of Khufu — also known as the Great Pyramid — was originally covered in gleaming white limestone casing stones and stood at 146 metres tall, making it the tallest man-made structure in the world for over 3,800 years.

Next, visit the Great Sphinx. This mythical creature has the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, and stands tall guarding the Giza Plateau in Egypt.

Grand Egyptian Museum

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The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located just outside Cairo near the Giza Pyramids, is the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization. 

The GEM is already making waves for its striking modern design and the scale of its collection—over 100,000 ancient Egyptian artifacts, many of which have never been displayed before.

 Its crown jewel is the complete collection of treasures from King Tutankhamun’s tomb, displayed together for the first time in one place.

Overnight Cairo Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES

• National Museum of Egyptian Civilization with Mummy hall

• Citadel of Saladin

• Moez Street

• Khan El Khalili Market

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

NMEC

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization showcases Egypt's rich heritage, covering prehistoric to present-day periods.

The museum also boasts the Mummy Hall, a remarkable underground collection of mummies (18 Kings & 2 Queens)  and burial objects, shedding light on the ancient Egyptian beliefs surrounding the afterlife. 

Citadel of Saladin

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Constructed by Salah al-Din on the Moqattam Hills in 1183 AD as a defense against Crusader armies. The Citadel is now a preserved historic site of mosques and museums, including the Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha. Its commanding position high above greater Cairo offers impressive sweeping views of the city and beyond.

Moez Street

Moez

Moez Street in Cairo is a historic street that showcases Egypt's rich Islamic heritage. Located in the heart of Old Cairo, it’s lined with beautifully preserved mosques, madrasas, and palaces from the Fatimid, Mamluk, and Ottoman eras.

Khan El Khalili Market

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Nestled within the vibrant streets of the historic Islamic Cairo district lies an enchanting world of colors, scents, and cultural treasures. The Khan el-Khalili Bazaar is a bustling, vibrant market that has been around for centuries. Famous for its gold souks, visitors can shop for unique pieces and souvenirs through its whimsical laneways.

Overnight Cairo Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES

• Catacombs

• Roman Theatre

• Qaitbay

Today we make our way north to the city of Alexandria, on the Mediterranean Sea. Alexandria is Egypt's second-largest city and boasts a thriving port along its 32 kilometres of coastline. Founded by Alexandria the Great, and once ruled by the Greek and Romans, the city has many incredible sights.

Drive time: estimated 3 to 3.5 hours drive time each way dependent on your starting point in Cairo and traffic conditions on the day.

Catacombs

catacombs

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a historical archaeological marvel and one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages, is a journey into the heart of ancient Alexandria. Known as the 'Hill of Treasure,' this sprawling necropolis and royal cemetery, dating back to the 2nd century AD.

Roman Theatre

roman

Discover a remarkable archaeological treasure in Alexandria: a 4th-century AD Roman theatre that served as a dynamic hub for ancient public life. Far more than a mere performance venue, this architectural marvel hosted a diverse array of events, from musical performances and wrestling matches to crucial city council meetings.

Qaitbay

Qaitbay

The Citadel of Qaitbay stands as a formidable testament to Egypt's enduring maritime history and defensive ingenuity. 

This iconic 15th-century fortress, built between 1477 and 1479 AD by the Mamluk Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qaitbay, occupies the very site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria. . Its construction was a strategic response to the growing threat of the Ottoman Empire, aiming to fortify Alexandria's crucial port and coastline.

Overnight Cairo Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Today marks the end of your tour.

You will be transferred to the airport for your flight out, or ask us about extending your time in Egypt with additional nights.

Meals: Breakfast