6 Days Cairo and Alexandria Tour Package
CHILDREN POLICY:
0 - 01.99 Free
2 - 05.99 pay 25% of the tour price
6 - 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12 years and over pay the full price of the trip per adult person
Route
A GizaB Alexandria
Day 1:Arrival Day - Cairo
Your first day in Egypt will be mainly free if you want to relax and take a rest from traveling disturbance. You will arrive at Cairo International Airport ,Our Egypt Day Tour representative will meet you at the airport with your name on it he will make the paperwork easier for you. Then you will be transferred by an air-conditioned coach to your hotel in Cairo for your overnight and get ready for your 6-day Egypt Vacation Package.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: No Meals
Day 2:Pyramids & Egyptian Museum
At 8 am after your breakfast, you’ll meet your private guide for a morning of exploration in Cairo. The first stop of the day will be at the Great Pyramids of Giza which is the oldest monument of the ancient wonders. It is also the only one that still exists today. Pay attention to your guide as he tells you about how the pyramids were constructed using ancient and primitive techniques.
Pyramids were mainly built to house the remains of the deceased Pharaohs. Next, head to a panoramic view of all three pyramids of Giza to capture amazing photos that will last forever. The following will be a visit to the Great Sphinx in Cairo, the guardian of the royal tombs. Have a peek at the Valley Temple of the Pyramid of Chephren.
Afterwards, a drive through the busy streets of Cairo to the final stop of the day; the Egyptian Museum. The Egyptian Museum of Cairo contains 120,000 artifacts. It houses the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities. An extensive collection of papyrus, Greek, Roman, and Islamic coins used in the Ancient world is located on the 1st floor. Do not forget to look at the Grave Mask of King Amenemope, Mummy Mask of Psusennes I, Figurine of Khufu, Narmer Palette, and Merneptah Stele.
Before you head back to your hotel, enjoy a city tour along the magnificent river Nile; later you will reach your hotel where your tour will end.
Overnight in Cairo Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3:Alexandria Tour
Enjoy a day far away from the hustle and bustle of Cairo exploring the magnificent coastal city of Alexandria. From your Cairo hotel; meet your guide and ride your private air-conditioned vehicle in the early morning and relax during the scenic 3-hour drive to Alexandria.
This itinerary covers both sides of Alexandria: the archaeological site and daily life. Start your day with a visit to Pompey’s Pillar, the biggest memorial column in Egypt. Standing in the ancient city of Alexandria, this structure is 100 feet high approximately.
This will be followed by a visit to Kom El-Shoqafa Catacomb. 3 underground floors show how they used to bury the dead in the Greek-roman period. It will also show you how much the Egyptian art reflects on them from many scenes decorated the tomb.
Next, visit the library of Alexandria from the outside. It is the biggest library in the world now with 8 million books. The Library of Alexandria was opened in 2002. Later head to the Citadel of Qaitbay; which was built on the lighthouse site. Alexandria’s famous lighthouse was one of the old seven wonders of the ancient world. Later on, you will go to the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city Abo El Abbas Mosque.
Further, your guide will lead you on an enjoyable walking tour from the unknown soldier Memorial blend with the locals, and get deep into the small alleys of the original streets of the city. You will see the oldest tram in Alexandria. Afterward, reach El Ramel station, enjoy a delicious lunch, and taste local food in a well-selected restaurant, Then hop back to the vehicle and drive along the Cornish 30 km to see the whole city of Alexandria from the seaside.
A stopover is the famous bridge of Stanley, a modern landmark of modern Alexandria. Finally, head to the El Montazah to visit the Royal Gardens of King Farouk to watch the royal Palaces of Haramlek and Salamlek, visit to royal beaches of the queens then return to the vehicle and relax during the journey back to your hotel in Cairo where the tour concludes.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch
Day 4:Sakkara and Memphis Tour
Enjoy a day trip to Sakkara and Memphis with an expert guide to show you some hidden beauty of Egypt. The old Egyptian civilization spread in all parts of Egypt not only in the Pyramids area. You can visit different places in Egypt like Saqqara and the Memphis area. It is the perfect choice if you are fascinated by pyramids and their mysteries.
Start your full-day tour by visiting the Djoser Step Pyramid in Sakkara. It is considered the oldest pyramid ever built for King Djoser with its 6 rectangular bases. It was built as a burial ground during the old kingdom as a evolution from the normal standard mastabas for nobles. The step pyramid in Saqqara has been designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
The second stop will be the ancient city of Memphis, which was an important administrative and military center. Memphis was a regional center for commerce, trade, and religion. The ruins of the ancient Memphis today offer fragmented evidence of its Glorious past. Your guide will tell you the Legendary history of Memphis as retold by the Greek historian Herodotus.
He said Alexander the Great was crowned as a pharaoh in the Temple of the creator god Ptah. The ruins of ancient Memphis have yielded the largest limestone statue of Rameses II Pharaoh. Afterward, On your way to the south, you will make the last stop to visit the Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid at Dahshur. Finally, relax on the coach ride back to your hotel.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5:Cairo free day
It is time to follow your ideas
(Optional) trip to Coptic and Islamic Cairo ( 60$ Per person )
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6:Departure Day - Cairo
After breakfast, and getting a real flavor of Egypt’s history and daily life for 6 days, it is time for your adventure in Egypt to come to an end. Our tour escort will be waiting for you at the Hotel lobby and he will take you to Cairo Airport for Final Departure and he will assist you with immigration and customs.
Meals: Breakfast
Tour Includes
Meet and greet’ service by our representatives .
5 Nights hotel accommodation in Cairo on a bed and breakfast basis.
1 Day tour in Cairo visiting the Egyptian Museum, Great Pyramids, Sphinx.
1 Day tour in Cairo visiting Memphis & Sakkara.
1 Day tour in Alexandria.
Private Egyptologist guide (language you selected )
All your tours and excursions are by an A/C vehicle
All your visits include entrance fees All taxes and services
All Service charges and taxes.
Tour Excludes
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
Entry visa to Egypt.
International Airfare ticket
Gratuities (optional ).
