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All Inclusive 2-Day Ancient Egypt and Old Cairo Highlights Tour

5.0(142)2 daysCairo✓ Free cancellationPrivate tour
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Length

2 days

Itinerary

2 days planned

Group

Private

Guides

Arabic, German

Overview

Pressed for time in Cairo? This 2-day, private tour covers both the ancient Egyptian highlights and UNESCO-listed Old Cairo. Visit the Giza Pyramids (Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus), the Sphinx, the tombs and pyramids at Saqqara, Egypt's first capital, Memphis and wonder at the masterpieces of its museum, and the Egyptian Antiquities Museum that holds the greatest collection of the majestic ancient Egyptian civilization. Then explore the Citadel of Saladin that represents a great example of military fortification of the Islamic era, the Alabaster Mosque that represents an excellent example of Ottoman religious architecture in Egypt), the Hanging Church with its icons and architecture that is considered one of the oldest churches in the world, and Ben Ezra Synagogue, concluding with a shopping trip to the Khan al-Khalili bazaar that is more than 1,000 years old

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Giza- Memphis- Sakkara⌄

    The exterior area of the Pyramids of Giza (extra fee for entry to each site). Great Pyramid of Cheops Pyramid of Chephren Pyramid of Mycerinus Camel ride Valley Temple of Chephren Sphinx

    Step Pyramid complex of Zoser Pyramid of Teti Nobleman's tomb

    Colossal statue of Ramses II Huge alabaster Sphinx

    Meals: Lunch

  2. 2Csiro tour⌄

    100's of thousands of ancient Egyptian artifacts

    Alabaster Mosque

    Hanging Church Synagogue of Ben Ezra Church of Abu Serga

    Meals: Lunch

What's included

  • ✓Entrance fees to the outside areas of the Pyramids
  • ✓25-minute camel ride around Giza Pyramids
  • ✓Lunch
  • ✓Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • ✓Qualified Egyptologist guide

Not included

  • ✕Extra entrance fees (interior of Giza pyramids, Solar Boat museum, Royal Mummy Room)
  • ✕Drinks
  • ✕Gratuities

Good to know

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may be refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements (for the second day).
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

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