5 days on a marvelous journey in the most interesting cities in Egypt, Cairo and Alexandria. You would be visiting all the remarkable historical sites and exploring all the wonders of ancient Egypt.
Cairo and Alexandria are the perfect choice for a great vacation in Egypt, Never miss the chance to book this amazing tour.
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Your first day will start by welcoming you at the Cairo International Airport then drive you to your hotel in Cairo riding in one of our private air-conditioned vehicles.
check in the hotel in Cairo and start the relaxing time till the next day.
Start a fresh morning by enjoying your breakfast in the hotel and get ready for your first adventurous day.
Once you are in Cairo of course your first destination should be to The Great Pyramids of Giza. This is the most astonishing architectural achievement of the Pharaohs which were built during the 25th century BC. You will be amazed by the magnitude and grandeur of these royal tombs of the kings.
Let’s continue this journey by visiting Saqqara city, one of the most remarkable burial ancient sites all over Egypt. You will find there the oldest surviving stone structure in history called the Step Pyramid of Djoser.
The third site in Cairo would be to Memphis, the first capital of Egypt since more than 5000 years ago. You will enjoy the open-air museum in Memphis including the huge colossi of Ramses II and the famous alabaster sphinx which all date back to the reign of the New Kingdom.
It’s now the time to have your lunch which will be in one of the best local restaurants in Cairo.
You will drive back to your hotel at the end of this day to rest and get ready for the next day.
First start your day with the best breakfast ever at your hotel.
Today’s tour in Cairo will start with exploring the Egyptian Museum which hosts more than 100 thousand displays dating to various periods of the Egyptian history. You will know mostly everything about old Egypt just by visiting the largest and most interesting museum in the world.
Let’s enjoy lunch in one of the best local restaurants in Cairo and get some rest.
Then your next destination would be to the Citadel of Saladin, One of the most popular historical sites of Cairo city. A huge building like this constructed over one thousand years ago is highly recommended to visit.
Moving on with this interesting tour to the Hanging Church. This marvelous church dates back to 1500 years ago. you will find there many features to regard and admire.
Then to the Church of St. Sergius that built in the location where the holy family resided during their journey to Egypt.
As a last visit you will be exploring the Ben Ezra Synagogue, One of the most important Jewish temples in Egypt. Visiting the ancient monuments of the 3 religions in Egypt is what makes this country so special.
It’s now the time to drive you back to your beloved hotel to rest and share the great moments of the day.
Your fourth day will begin with the best Breakfast served at your hotel in Cairo.
Then you will be moving on an exciting trip within 3 hours traveling to the amazing city, Alexandria.
Once you arrive in Alexandria, your first visit should be to the Library of Alexandria. This is the modern version of the great ancient library of Alexandria that was founded more than 2000 years ago. In this library you will be dazzled by its huge circular design and great structure.
For the lovers of Greek civilization, this place is for you. The Roman Amphitheatre is such an impressive theatre that was founded in the 2nd century AD. What will impress you about this theatre is that it contains 13 rows of marble seats and it is the only survivor of its kind in Egypt.
Then your next site will be the Pompey’s Pillar. This 27 meters' impressive granite pillar is the only remaining section of the Serapium Temple that was founded in Alexandria during the 3rd century AD.
Don’t miss the lunch time at one of the finest local restaurants in Alexandria, a taste you will never forget.
Let’s continue this trip by visiting the Citadel of Qaitbay. This marvelous imposing fort represents the best example of military constructions built in 1485 by the Mamluks. You will fall in love with the amazing view of the citadel directly on the Mediterranean Sea.
The best always comes at the end, The Montazah Gardens one of the rare examples of the summer resorts established by the former royal family of Egypt. What makes this place special is the beautiful gardens plus two Italian designed palaces to enjoy the royal feeling.
After this great day in a unique city like Alexandria, it is now the time to travel back to Cairo via our comfortable vehicles and reach your hotel happily.
Time flies really fast and our adventure reaches an end now. On your last day you will wake up to enjoy your breakfast at the hotel.
After the check out we will drive you to the Cairo International Airport with our wishes to have a safe flight back to your home country with many memories to share.
