Cairo City Break
This 4 day trip is the perfect introduction to the history and culture of classical Egypt. The tour begins with 2 days spent exploring the sights of Cairo including the world famous Pyramids and Egyptian Museum before traveling to Alexandria to visit one of the oldest and most important cities in the world.
Day 1 – Arrive into Cairo
Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival into Cairo our representatives will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel for the start of your tour.
(No meals included)
Day 2 – Cairo. Pyramids Tour & Saqqara
Our tour of Egypt begins this morning with a trip to Giza to view the Sphinx and the world famous Pyramids where we enjoy a fully guided tour of the sites before giving you the chance to explore on your own. This afternoon we make the short drive to the huge ancient necropolis found at Saqqara. Built in the third dynasty and designed by renowned architect Imhotep, Saqqara is famous for its dramatic stepped Pyramid – the oldest pyramid in Egypt. Finally we head back to Cairo and end the day with an evening dinner cruise on the Nile.
(Breakfast and dinner included)
Day 3 – Cairo. Museum & City tour
After breakfast our city tour of Cairo begins with a visit to the incredible Egyptian Museum – home to countless ancient artifacts including the Tutankhamun exhibition. We then continue our tour of Cairo with a trip to the Citadel and the Mohamed Ali mosque which overlook the city. The maze like streets and the bustling bazaars of Khan-el-Khalili market are next before we end the day exploring the fascinating churches of Coptic Cairo – both the hanging church of St. Mary’s (one of Egypt’s oldest churches) and St. Sergio which is believed to have been visited by the Holy Family of Joseph, Mary and Jesus.
(Breakfast included)
Day 4 – Cairo. Alexandria Day trip
Following breakfast we depart Cairo for the short drive to the ancient city of Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast. Alexandria has had an integral role throughout history and various civilizations have left their mark on the city resulting in many unique sites such as the Alexandria Library, the ancient catacombs and the Roman Amphitheatre. Our tour ends at the beautiful Montazah Palace and Gardens before driving back to Cairo.
(Breakfast and lunch included)
Day 5 – Cairo. Departure transfer to the airport
Free time. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
(Breakfast included)
