2-Day Private Tour to Cairo from Safaga by Car

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Safaga to Cairo ( Pyramids of Giza, Museum of Egyptian Antiquities)
5 stops
1
Safaga
Your journey begins at 7:00 AM when you are picked up from your cruise at Safaga Port. You will be transferred to Cairo by a comfortable drive, which takes approximately 6 hours.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
2
Pyramids of Giza
Upon arrival in Cairo, you will visit the Giza Pyramid Complex. This ancient site includes three main pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple, dating back to the 4th dynasty around 2500 BCE. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids on the Giza plateau and the only one to remain intact from the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. Standing at 147 meters tall, it is made from approximately 2,300,000 stones and took about twenty years to construct. Next, marvel at the Great Sphinx, the largest statue in the world, measuring 73 meters in length, 19 meters in width, and 20 meters in height. It is the oldest known monumental sculpture. Explore the Valley Temple, a granite mortuary temple used by the Ancient Egyptians for the mummification process. It is the only remaining temple on the Giza plateau.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Cairo
Enjoy a delightful lunch with a view of the Pyramids or the Nile at a local restaurant.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
4
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
After lunch, visit the Egyptian Museum, which houses a rare collection of artifacts spanning 5000 years of Egyptian history. The museum boasts over 250,000 genuine artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamen, such as his golden mask and jewelry, which were entombed for over 3,500 years.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
5
Cairo
After your museum visit, you will be transferred to the Hotel, where you will spend the night in a luxurious setting.
Admission ticket free
Day 2
Cairo Citadel and Mosque of Muhammad Ali back to Safaga
5 stops
6
Cairo Citadel
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and join your private tour guide to visit some of Cairo's most notable landmarks. Visit the impressive Salah El Din Citadel, a fortress that served as Egypt's seat of government until the 1860s. Constructed between 1176 and 1182 during the reign of Salah ad-Din, this citadel offers panoramic views of Cairo.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
7
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Explore the Mohamed Ali Mosque, also known as the "Alabaster Mosque" due to its alabaster-covered walls. Built between 1830 and 1848, it is a replica of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul and a significant landmark in Cairo.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
8
Cairo
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
9
Khan Al-Khalili
After lunch, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Khan El Khalili This historic market is a bustling hub of shops and stalls offering a wide range of goods, from intricate jewelry and textiles to spices and souvenirs. Enjoy some free time to browse and perhaps pick up a few unique mementos of your visit.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
10
Safaga
Return to Safaga: After your visits, you will be driven back to Safaga, departing Cairo at 4:00 PM. You will be transferred back to your cruise, concluding your enriching two-day tour. This two-day tour offers a perfect blend of Egypt's ancient wonders and historical landmarks, providing a comprehensive and luxurious experience from start to finish. Book now to secure your place on this exclusive adventure and explore the treasures of Giza and Cairo in style.
6 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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