Egypt Budget Tour – 4 Days Cairo and Alexandria

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival
1 stop
1
Cairo International Airport
Arrival Cairo International Airport, meet and assist with formalities and transfer to your Hotel for Overnight stay.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Pyramids and Museum
2 stops
2
Pyramids of Giza
Our guide will pick you from your hotel to start your visit the Giza Plateau, where the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, The Pyramids of Giza still stand. A stop at the Western Plateau affords photo opportunities of the famous three pyramids and the sprawling city of Cairo in the background. Continue to the base of Chephren’s Pyramid for some free time to explore the ancient site on your own. Reboard the Vehicle for the drive down the valley to marvel at the mighty Sphinx with its mysterious expression as it stands guard over the vast pyramid complex.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
3
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
Afterwards, drive to Tahrir (Liberty Square), the heart of downtown Cairo to discover the National Archeological Museum. The museum is the repository of the world’s largest and richest collection of Egyptian Antiquities including the priceless artifacts of the boy King Tut Ankh Amun.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Alexandria day trip
4 stops
4
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
Board your Vehicle for the approximate 2.5-hour drive to Alexandria. Alexandria Founded by Alexander the Great in 332 B.C., Alexandria is the shining pearl of the Mediterranean. Immortalizing Alexander’s name, the city flourished beyond all expectations into a prominent cultural, intellectual and economic metropolis. It was the renowned capital of the Ptolemies and the setting of the thrilling drama involving Cleopatra, Julius Caesar, Mark Anthony and Octavius. Begin with a drive through the colorful streets of Alexandria. View the unique architecture and experience the charming nostalgia of yesteryear. Visit the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqfa, an extensive three level funerary complex dating from the second century A.D.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
5
Alexandria National Museum
Then proceed to the National Museum housing underwater photographs and statues from the ongoing operation to salvage artifacts from the sunken palace of Cleopatra.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
6
Montazah Gardens
A scenic drive along the beachfront boulevard will take you to the Montaza Gardens where the summer palace of King Farouk is located. Stroll through the palm covered grounds and view the palace, still used today for official state functions
1 hour • Admission ticket included
7
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Next, proceed to the Bibliotheca Alexandria, one of the most unusual architectural masterpieces of the 21st century. Marvel at the ultra modern interiors as a library guide takes you through Alexandria’s crown jewel. Then start your return back journey to your hotel at Cairo.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Departure
1 stop
8
Cairo International Airport
Escorted transfer from hotel to airport and assistance with check in formalities for the flight End of services.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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