3 Day Highlights Guided Tour in Cairo and Alexandria

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Giza Pyramids, Memphis and Saqqara
3 stops
1
Pyramids of Giza
Your knowledgeable Egyptologist guide will meet you at your hotel and join you in exploring the Great Pyramid of King Cheops, the only remaining wonder of the Ancient World, as well as the Pyramid of Chephren and the Pyramid of Mocerinos. During the tour, your guide will offer interesting commentary. Afterward, you will have the chance to take in the breathtaking view of all the pyramids and take memorable photos. Following this, you will visit the famous Sphinx, explore the valley temple, and enjoy a camel ride in the Sahara Desert that surrounds the pyramids.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
2
Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
Head to Sakkara to marvel at the ancient six-step pyramid, the oldest stone building in history. Delve into the depictions of daily life on the walls of the tombs belonging to high-ranking officials from the old kingdom. Enhance your experience by entering the Teti Pyramid.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
3
Memphis and Sakkara
A home of great kings, big temples and great palaces of ancient Egyptian monarchs, Memphis is close to Sakkara. It was the first capital in ancient Egypt. Admire giant statues that once decorated and flanked gates to temples and palaces of the ancient Egyptian capital.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Egyptian Museum & Cairo Citadel and Coptic Cairo
3 stops
4
Egyptian Museum
We will pick you up and begin our day with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, situated downtown, showcasing the finest collections of artifacts discovered in the temples, tombs, pyramids, and beneath the desert sands of Egypt. Our main focus will be on royal items as well as items representing the upper class and working class in ancient society. We will explore the Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, and New Kingdom collections, featuring figures, tools, and mummies. We will conclude our visit and let you Admire the collection of King Tut ankh Amon
2 hours • Admission ticket included
5
Coptic Cairo
We will head to Coptic Cairo, where the most beautiful churches were built. Get a wonderful experience visiting the hanging church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and enjoy a Vip lunch at Coptic Cairo.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
6
Cairo Citadel
Our next stop will be the Cairo Citadel, which was constructed in 1176 AD on a mountain looking over Cairo. Take the time to discover the Alabaster Mosque, a stunning example of Islamic architecture. After exploring the mosque and learning about its history, we will escort you back to your hotel, ensuring you have had a memorable and enriching experience in Cairo.
2 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 3
A Day Tour to the Highlights of Alexandria
6 stops
7
Alexandria
We will depart for Alexandria early in the morning. We will reach Alexandria in about two hours.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
8
Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
The Catacomb of Kom Elshokafa is considered the largest and most beautiful cemetery in Alexandria during Greco-Roman times. It was discovered more than 100 years ago and became one of the most popular attractions. The decorated tombs of wealthy citizens of Alexandria reflect the combined elements of three cultures and civilizations: ancient Egyptian and Greco-Roman. Admire a unique example of integration and the creation of a peaceful society reflected in art.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
9
Lighthouse of Alexandria
Then we will head to Alexandria's harbor, where the Greeks built the famous lighthouse, which was eventually destroyed by an earthquake. Sultan Qaitbay Citadel, the largest citadel in the Mediterranean, was built using some of these blocks. Established in 1474 AD. Admire the citadel of Alexandria and take breathtaking photographs.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
10
Pompey's Pillar
Then you will hear the amazing story about the highest pillar in Egypt, the Pompey pillar. Admire the remains of the great temple of Alexandria, where the pillar stands today. Explore the sanctuary and the statue of Apis bull, deity of Alexandria
1 hour • Admission ticket included
11
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Explore Alexandria's contemporary library and embark on a delightful journey. Discover significant manuscripts and a vast collection of books from all over the world, making for an unforgettable experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
12
Cairo
Then we will drive back to Cairo in our comfortable a/c vehicle to drop you off at the hotel
2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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