From Hurghada to Cairo Overnight trip by bus
Immerse yourself by discovering the history of Cairo and the 7000 years old pyramids among two days, your own private Egyptologist from Egypt Excursions Online will lead you around this bustling, colorful metropolis, pointing out its other landmarks en route.
Route
A HurghadaB Cairo
Day One - Topping everything is Giza and its famous pyramids. Feast your eyes on these colossal tombs, the last remaining wonders of the ancient world. Gaze at the great guardian of the complex, the Sphinx, and you may visit the solar boat, which is a boat used to ferry the pharaoh's mummy across the Nile. There’s also another highlight – the Egyptian Museum, which is the world-renowned Museum of Egyptian Antiquities that was built in neo-classical style designed by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon which exhibited collections that now exceed 120000 masterpieces ranges from the pre-dynastic era. Day two - will begin with a visit to the citadel of Saladin and Mohamed Ali's Alabaster mosque. The latter in the Ottoman style is so constructed that it can be seen from all over Cairo. Next, we go to the fortress of Babylon, to visit the Church of St. Sergio with the Crypt in which the Holy Family sought refuge, the suspended church, which is rich in antiques from the early Christian period, and the Church of St Barbara, in which the relics of St. John. You will not leave Cairo before visiting the oldest market in Africa Khan El Khalili Bazaar to grab memories with you back home.
Tour Not Included:
- Drinks and Personal expenses.
- Any extras not mentioned in the program.
- Tipping.
You Should Know:
- Cameras are not allowed in the Egyptian Museum.
- Recommended comfortable shoes.
- Light jacket for the A.C in the Plane.
- Egyptian currency is recommended.
- Sunglasses & a hat are recommended.
- A passport or personal ID is a must.