Don’t miss this amazing long vacation in Egypt which will include all the historical sites of the Egyptian capital including Pharaonic, Coptic, and Islamic historical sites. The very first days of the journey will be exploring all the historical sites of Cairo with all the Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and the Citadel. Next, to the jewel of the medeterinian sea, Alexandria city, where you will enjoy the beauty of the Greek civilization beside the Ancient Egyptian civilization. Then on the rest of the days, you will be having long comprehensive tours of the Islamic and the Coptic monuments of Cairo. Don’t miss such an interesting journey to the main highlight of the capital of Egypt, Cairo.
Itinerary
When you arrive at the Cairo International Airport, one of our best tour representatives will be waiting to assist you with everything and anything you may need.
you will be riding one of the best and most comfortable vehicles to head to your hotel in Cairo.
check in the hotel in Cairo and spend a relaxing night after a long flight.
Start your day by enjoying breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and get ready to begin a magnificent tour to Egypt.
Let’s begin this interesting tour by exploring the secret of the Pharaohs in the Egyptian Museum. Established at the beginning of the 20th century, the museum hosts a huge collection of ancient Egypt. The most impressive include the collection of Tut Ankh Amun, the mummies hall, and much more!
You will be enjoying your lunch in one of the best local restaurants in Cairo and have a taste for the Egyptian food.
The next visit in this magnificent Cario tour should be to the great Citadel. Built 1000 years in the past, the citadel used to serve as the residence of the kings and rulers of Egypt for centuries. Now, it is a popular tourist attraction with the Mosque of Mohamed Ali as the centerpiece.
At the end of this great tour of Cairo,you will be heading back to your hotel to spend a great night and get some energy for tomorrow’s journey.
You will be having the best breakfast in the morning at your beloved hotel in Cairo. Then you will be exploring all the Pharaonic monuments of Cairo today.
To begin this amazing tour of Egypt you should visit the Pyramids of Giza. Constructed during the 25th century BC, the pyramids of Giza are among the most ancient and astonishing historical sites all over the globe. The sphinx, this huge stone statue of a king with the body of a lion guarded the pyramids for centuries.
Let’s enjoy having lunch in one of the best local restaurants in Cairo.
You move on with this interesting tour by visiting the incredible city of Memphis. Can you imagine that this ancient town was the very first capital of Egypt? This was more than 5000 years ago when Menes unified Northern and Southern Egypt. The open-air museum in Memphis today includes many remarkable displays.
The next visit in Cairo tours should be to the city of Saqqara which is the royal burial site of the Old Kingdom of Egypt. It is considered among the richest historical sites all over the world. The highlight of Saqqara is the Step Pyramid of Djoser.
After this magnificent tour of Cairo, you will be going back to the hotel to spend the night and get some rest.
In the early morning you will enjoy the best breakfast at your beloved hotel in Cairo
In this wonderful tour of Cairo you will begin with the Islamic monuments by visiting El Azhar Mosque. This is among the largest and oldest historical mosques of Egypt. Established more than 1000 years ago by the Fatimids, many rulers of Egypt had their own contributions added afterwards. The complex also includes one of the most ancient universities all over the world.
To continue discovering the Islamic tour of Cairo you should visit the Al Mouayyed Mosque, Located next to Bab Zweila historical gate of Cairo, the mosque was established more than 500 years ago and contains many marvelous details.
Now you have to pass by the amazing site of Bab Zweila. This is among the few remaining gates of the ancient walls of Cairo constructed by the Fatimids.
Next you will be visiting the most interesting building of Beit El Sehimy, one of the most impressive historical residential complexes of Cairo. Established around the middle of the 17th century, the house has many amazing features.
It’s now the time to enjoy your lunch in one of the local restaurants of Cairo.
Then you should be ready to explore Al Hakim Mosque, One of the biggest mosques built by the Fatimids in Egypt. The mosque is featured with its marble floor, many sections, and the oldest surviving minaret all over Egypt.
It’s now the time to explore Bab El Futuh, one of the two remaining gates of the Southern walls of Cairo. The gate was founded more than 10 centuries ago.
As the last visit of the day you will be exploring Bab El Naser, the other ancient gate located in the walls of Cairo which contains several architectural elements.
At the end of this great tour of Cairo, you will be heading back to your beloved hotel in Cairo to spend a relaxing night.
Breakfast will be served to you in the hotel in Cairo then you will start a new section of this marvelous tour to Cairo and Alexandria.
Our tour guides and the most comfortable vehicle will be welcoming you to start today’s journey towards Alexandria, the city established by Alexander the Great more than 2000 years ago.
As a start of Alexandria tours you should be heading to visit the Library of Alexandria. The new version of the ancient library of Alexandria that was built more than 1500 years ago. The new library, founded in 2002, has numerous original books and scripts
Moving on with this great tour of Alexandria you will be visiting the popular Roman Amphitheatre. Founded more than 2000 years ago, it is the only surviving roman theatre in Egypt. It hosts 13 rows of the finest types of marble and used to host several events in ancient times and modern days also.
Your next visit in Alexandria will be to explore the Pompey’s Pillar. This great column of granite represents the only remaining features of an ancient Roman temple that was quite huge and impressive. Never miss the chance to explore the two sphinxes as well.
You will be having lunch in one of the most recommended local restaurants in Alexandria
After lunch you will resume the Alexandria tour by visiting the Citadel of Qaitbay, the finest example of military establishments founded by the Mamluks, the citadel is very well preserved for its charm and features.
Let’s have some fun and relaxing time and visit the Montazah Gardens and complex. Founded as the royal family summer resort at the beginning of the 20th century, today it hosts many attractions and gardens.
You will be riding back to Cairo at the end of the day and spend the night at your hotel in Cairo.
Enjoy your breakfast in the hotel early in the morning and get ready for today’s tours which will be in one of our private and comfortable cars.
To start the Cairo tour you will explore the Mosque of Ibn Tulun. This is in fact the most amazing historical mosques of Egypt that succeeded to preserve most of its original elements and features. Built more than 1000 years ago, the mosque is featured with its minaret, layout, and charming decorations.
The next place should be the Mosque of Sultan Hassan. This is the most amazing mosque ever built by the Mamluks in Egypt. Erected in the 14th century, the mosque is one of the largest and most impressive all over the world.
Then you will be discovering the secret of the neighboring mosque. El Refa'i Mosque. Built by Khoshiar Hanem, the mother of Khedive Ismail as the royal burial site more than 200 years ago, the mosque has some marvelous decorations and elements.
Enjoy your lunch in one of the best local restaurants around Cairo and try the Egyptian food.
It’s now the time to discover some of the beauty of the coptic monuments, so you will start by visiting the Hanging Church. Established more than 1500 years ago, this is one of the most marvelous churches ever founded in Egypt. There are many features to regard and admire.
You shouldn’t miss visiting the Church of St. Sergius, one of the most remarkable historical churches of Cairo. Built in the location where the holy family resided during their journey to Egypt, the church is included in many day packages in Cairo.
The last visit of the Islamic and Coptic tour in Cairo should be to the Ben Ezra Synagogue, One of the most ancient in Egypt, the Ben Ezra Synagogue is a must visit during a tour to Cairo.
At the end of the day, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo to spend the night.
Start your day by having the most delicious breakfast at your hotel. Then, the rest of the day will be free at leisure in Cairo.
In the evening, it will be the time to go attend A Tanoora Dance performance. Held in Wikalet El Ghoury, the whirling dervishes represent one of the most amazing cultural and heritage aspects of Egypt. The show remains for around 2 hours.
Once the show ends, you will be heading back to your beloved hotel to spend a relaxing night.
You will be having a delicious breakfast in the morning at your hotel, then you will be checking out the hotel.
It’s now the good bye time when you will be heading to the Cairo Airport to take the flight after enjoying a wonderful tour in Cairo and Alexandria.
- 07 nights’ accommodation in Cairo at 5* hotel – based on B.B basis.
- Meet and assist by English-speaking representatives.
- Entrance fees to the above mentioned archaeological sightseeing.
- Private Egyptologist English-speaking tour guide (s).
- Lunch meal (s) at local restaurants during the tours in Cairo.
- Complementary 01 bottle of water per day per person.
- All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified driver (s).
- AFree Sim Card for mobile internet with 3.5 G.B
- All local taxes and services.
- International Airfare
- Visa, we can provide you with your visa upon arrival at your request.
- Any optional tours
- Tips and personal expanses
- Drinks and any other expenses
- Tipping