3 Days Tour in Cairo

Itinerary
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Pass By: Pyramids of Giza, Al Haram Str., Giza 12611 Egypt

Day 1- Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world-- the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) and 3 small pyramids.

You will continue to explore the rest of Giza plateau including the sight of Khafre (Chephren) pyramid - Khufu's son, the second largest pyramid on Giza site, the remains of the funeral temple, the pyramid of Mankawra (Mykerinus), and 3 small pyramids. Then, proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, which dates from the time of Chephren. The tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the pyramids of Chephren. This temple served two functions: first, it was used for the purification of the mummy of the king before its burial. Second, it was used for making the mummification process of the king. After visiting the pyramids, you'll then continue across the plateau for a photo opportunity of the three pyramids rising from the sands, with the Cairo skyline in the background. Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant.

Then visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world's oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser, the tomb of a high official, the pyramid of King Titi, and the pyramid of King Unas.

After that, transfer to Memphis which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdom. It was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3,000 years and was the first capital of Egypt.


Pass By: Egyptian Antiquities Museum, Midan El Tahrir Geographical Society Building, Cairo 11511 Egypt

Day 2-This day at 8:00 our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel to visit The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, known commonly as the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Egypt. It is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiques which dates back some 5,000 years of art and which is considered the largest and most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, with a representative amount on display, the remainder are in storerooms. The Egyptian Museum is filled with thousands of Pharaonic artifacts including the golden treasures of King Tutankhamen.

Fascinating objects such as jewels, headdresses, alabaster vases, and toys from ancient Egypt are all on display, and many priceless statues and other artifacts can also be seen which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1922s when his tomb was excavated.

The Egyptian Museum is one of the first stops on most tourist's itinerary when traveling to Egypt. This distinctive museum that houses a vast store of priceless objects, from earlier time to the Greco-Roman period, is worth seeing.

Then, move to Citadel of Salah El-din, where you will see the view of all Cairo. Then, visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque which is considered the largest to be built in the beginning of the 19th century. The ruler of Egypt (1805-1849), who ruled Egypt over 45 years, live there. The mosque is built in Turkish style.
Before extending your trip, you will be served with a warm delightful lunch meal at a high-quality restaurant. From there, you will drive to to Khan El Khalili Bazaar (if there's enough time), one of the most famous and oldest bazaars in the Middle East. After that by the end of the day you be transferred back to your hotel.


Pass By: Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary), Shar'a Mari Girgis Street, Cairo 11511 Egypt

Day 3- You will visit the Old Cairo to see the local wonders like the Hanging Church that was built in the 3rd century and beginning of the 4th century. Also, stop by Abu Sirga Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue which dates back to the beginning of the 15th century AD. It was built in Basilica style above the cave in which the Holy Family took refuge. End your tour in Cairo with a visit to Amr Ibn El-aas mosque which is the very first mosque built in Egypt.
After that you drive to the Nile river to enjoy with Nile felucca,then go to restaurant to have your lovely lunch,then back to your hotel.