5 Days Cairo and Alexandria Tour Package

Giza Pyramids Complex

It is the home of one of the world's most famous and recognized archaeological locations. The complex was designed to be a true reflection and solidification of the greatness of ancient Egyptian civilization. The complex has been located in the massive western desert for the last 4000 years, which makes it one of the oldest monuments in History.

The Great Pyramid

One of the most important monuments in human history, the pyramid is the last remaining intact wonder of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World AND one of the oldest and largest structures on earth. The pyramid was designed by King Khufu to stand at the height of 147 m (481 ft), which made it the tallest building in the world for 3800 years until the Lincoln cathedral England was constructed in 1311. The Great Pyramid was the first of its kind that launched the golden age of construction in Ancient Egypt, as it dates to 2580 BC, which makes its age more than 4500 years old.

The Great Sphinx

The Great Sphinx has been the guardian of Egypt since its creation. It is the world's greatest and oldest statue in history; it has the shape of a mythical creature known as the Sphinx, which has the body of a lion and the head of a man, which is probably shaped after King Khafre head as a symbol of wisdom and might. In ancient times, it was called "Hor-Em-Akhet" which means "Horus of the Horizon" but now it is known as Abu Al-Hawl, which means The Father of Terror in Arabic.

The Valley Temple

The Valley Temple lies just next to the Pyramids of Giza; it was constructed in Egypt old Kingdom (2686 2134 BC), the place where the Mummification Process took place. It is one of the best-preserved structures of the ancient Egyptian civilization, made entirely from red limestone & granite, and holds amazing diorite statues of Chephren.

Lunch Time

Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo. Then continue your journey by visiting:

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a remarkable institution based on state-of-the-art technology that uncovers the essence of the archaeological treasures of ancient Egypt, aligned with the stellar pyramids of Giza, and spans nearly 490,000 square meters. It serves as a gateway to 5,000 years of history, illuminating the artistry, spirituality, and enduring legacy of ancient Egypt for generations to come. GEM is designed to have one of the biggest conservation centers in the Middle East, along with research labs and educational facilities dedicated to preserving Egypt’s heritage. Everyone can marvel at treasures such as the Hanging Obelisk, the 11-meter colossus of Ramses II, and the complete collection of over 5,000 artifacts from Tutankhamun. 

Overnight

Finally, we drive you back to your hotel for the overnight.

Salah El Din Citadel

The Citadel has been overlooking the glorious city of Cairo for more than 800 years. It looks over the entire city of Cairo from the hill of Mokattam since its construction in 1182 AD by the great conqueror Salah El-Din. It served as the center of rule and a powerful fortress against foreign invaders like the crusaders & napoleon's French invasion. Inside the citadel lie several museums and beautifully structured buildings. The Cairo Citadel served as the headquarters of the government for more than 700 years. The citadel was the witness to all the biggest events that ever took place between its walls.

Mohamed Ali Mosque

The mosque has gained the name of the alabaster mosque due to its unique design and the extensive usage of marble. It was constructed between 1830 and 1848 AD to be a replica of the blue mosque in Istanbul and act as a symbol of independence and freedom against the Ottoman Empire. Mohamed Ali Mosque is truly enchanting, with its ottoman style architecture of French rococo influences with enchanting finishes of ornate of red, green, and gold, and a great, enchanting dome. The mosque holds an ornate brass clock, a gift from King Louis Philippe of France to Muhammad Ali in 1845 in exchange for an obelisk that stands in the Concorde Square in Paris. 

Lunch Time

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo, then proceed to visit:-

Al Muizz Street

Al-Muizz Street is a golden open-air museum that acts as a cultural gathering that was made during the 10th century AD in the center of Cairo to be the main street of the Fatimid capital, located subsequent to the incredible Khan El Khalili bazaar.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Khan El Khalili is the oldest and most active street in the Middle East, which became known as the golden brick road of the Middle East. The street dates to 970 AD and remains very busy & active till today and contains everything a traveler might dream of, plus all the magical cafes and shops that date back to countless generations. All the phenomenal Islamic architecture and decorations of the street are in a very intact condition and are totally hypnotic & enchanting.

Overnight

At the end of the day, we will transfer you to the hotel for overnight.

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa is truly hypnotic as it acts as a beautiful piece of art symbolizing the influence of the ancient Egyptian culture on the Greco-Roman Period. It was built as a necropolis dating to the 2nd century AD, which is able to merge the artistic elements of the Hellenistic and Roman culture with the ancient Egyptian Pharaonic design in the ultimate breathtaking fashion. It holds a great number of Greek and Roman artifacts and decoration in its three-level stories, which made it gain the title of one of the seven wonders of the Middle Ages.

Pompey's Pillar

Pompey's pillar is famous for being the largest monolith column ever built outside of Rome. It was named Pompey's Pillar as in the Middle Ages the Crusaders mistakenly believed that the remains of the great Roman general Pompey were located in a pot at the very top of the pillar. It stands at a height of 28 m and is 2.7 m wide of pure red granite, and on its western upper side is a Greek inscription dedicated to Emperor Diocletian.

Lunch Time

Lunch will be served at a seafood restaurant, then move to visit:-

Qaitbay Citadel

It is the beautiful fusion of Greco-Roman & Islamic architecture; it was constructed in 1477 by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-din Qa'it Bay on the same site that held the legendary lighthouse of Alexandria, using the stones salvaged from the destroyed lighthouse that served as the third longest surviving ancient wonder in the world until its destruction by a series of earthquakes between 956 AD and 1323 AD. Qaitbay Citadel is famous because it is believed to hold the immortal illuminating spirit of the Alexandria Lighthouse, plus some incredible designs from the Islamic era.

Overnight

Finally, we will drive you back to your hotel in Cairo for the overnight.