7 Day Egypt's Pyramids

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Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Embark on a morning tour of the Pyramids of Giza that includes a visit to the magnificent Sphinx that guards the Giza plateau

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    5 Cairo

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
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End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Africa

Attractions

  • Alexandria
  • Cairo

Trip includes

    • Round trip flights New York-Cairo, Cairo-New YorkOther departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 5 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers Breakfast daily

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Wednesday - Depart for Egypt
Depart for Egypt

DAY 2, Thursday - Arrive in Cairo
Arrive in Egypt, one of the world's greatest ancient civilizations; transfer to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day acclimating to your new surroundings in exotic Cairo, an extraordinary mix of old and new. This evening, enjoy a welcome drink with your fellow travelers Overnight: Cairo

DAY 3, Friday - Explore the Pyramids of Giza
Awaken in this city of ancient wonders. Begin your discovery of the Pyramids of Giza, built during the 3rd and 4th dynasties of the Old Kingdom. Enjoy an up-close view of the Great Pyramid, built for the Pharaoh Khufu, the oldest surviving structure, named one of the "se...
DAY 4, Saturday - Full Day in Cairo
Spend the day at leisure to further explore this fascinating city, or join the optional Half Day Egyptian Museum with Lunch. Begin with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, which houses the world's most extensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities. Stroll through its galleri...
DAY 5, Sunday - Full Day in Cairo
Today is at leisure in Cairo, or join the optional Full Day Alexandria Tour. Discover the legendary city of Alexandria, a culturally rich seaside metropolis and Egypt's second largest city. Begin the exploration of the city founded by Alexander the Great with a visit to ...
DAY 6, Monday - Full Day in Cairo
Another day at leisure to explore, or join the optional Full Day Civilization Museum & Coptic Cairo with lunch. Visit the Civilization Museum and explore the many exhibits displaying more than 50,000 artifacts from Ancient Egypt. Gain insight into the history and evo...
DAY 7, Tuesday - Depart Egypt
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Price per day$153
Last Updated: 12/20/2023

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Optional Activities
Full Day Alexandria Discover the legendary city of Alexandria, a culturally rich seaside metropolis and Egypt's second largest city. Begin the exploration of the city founded by Alexander the Great with a visit to the Roman amphitheater, a marble theater that once seated 800 spectators. Continue to the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa; the necropolis hewn into a cliff that consists of 3 levels, dating from the 2nd century AD. View the Roman triclinium - a funeral banquet hall to honor the dead. Later, visit the Royal Jewelry Museum, housed in the former palace of Princess Fatma Al-Zahra. View precious artifacts, jewels and jewelry of the Muhammad Ali Dynasty that ruled Egypt from 19th to the mid-20th century. After lunch, at a local restaurant with views the Mediterranean Sea, return to Cairo. Approximate tour duration is 12 hours   OnDay : 5 Price : $119 Full Day Civilization Museum & Coptic Cairo with lunch The tour begins with a visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Be amazed by its extensive collection of more than 50,000 artifacts, depicting the several stages of the development of Egyptian civilization from the Predynastic period to the modern age. Then, make your way to Old Cairo, this area is the original home of the Coptic Christians, one of the world's oldest Christian denominations. Visit the Hanging Church, that was built in the 7th century, probably on the site of a previous 3rd century church. Admire the courtyard and interior with its elaborate wooden screen, marble pulpit and icons. Proceed to Abu Serga, known formally as Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church. This place has great significance as it is believed to be the spot where the Holy Family took refuge during their journey in Egypt. Continue towards The Church of St. George, a Greek Orthodox church built atop the north tower of the old Roman fortress of Babylon. Head to a local restaurant for lunch and sample delectable traditional cuisine. Approximate tour duration is 7 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $85 Egyptian Museum with lunch & Citadel & Khan El Khalili Bazaar with dinner Combo Package Begin with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, which houses the world's most extensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities. Marvel at the vast collection of artifacts from Predynastic Period to the Greco-Roman Era. The original collection was established in the late 19th century. After lunch, visit a jewelry shop. Browse the extensive collection of uniquely crafted gold jewelry on sale. Later, make your way to the impressive Citadel, dating from the 12th century. Built by Saladin as a defense against Crusader attacks. It served as the seat of government in Egypt for 700 years. Admire the stunning alabaster-tiled Mohammed Ali Pasha Mosque, situated at the summit of the Citadel. Afterward, head to the heart of Islamic Cairo and wander the narrow winding alleys of El Khalili Bazaar, Cairo's most famous souk. Here, you will find everything from gold and spices to scarabs and antiques. Dinner at a local restaurant is included. Approximate tour duration is 12 hours. Optionals "Half Day Egyptian Museum with lunch" and "Half Day Citadel & Khan El Khalili Bazaar with dinner" operate at the same time as "Egyptian Museum with Lunch & Half Day Citadel & Khan El Khalili Bazaar with dinner Combo Package" and should not be booked together. OnDay : 4 Price : $139 Half Day Citadel & Khan El Khalili Bazaar with dinner Begin with a visit to a jewelry shop. Browse the extensive collection of uniquely crafted gold jewelry on sale. Later, make your way to the impressive Citadel, dating from the 12th century. Built by Saladin as a defense against Crusader attacks. It served as the seat of government in Egypt for 700 years. Admire the stunning alabaster-tiled Mohammed Ali Pasha Mosque, situated at the summit of the Citadel. Afterward, head to the heart of Islamic Cairo and wander the narrow winding alleys of El Khalili Bazaar, Cairo's most famous souk. Here, you will find everything from gold and spices to scarabs and antiques. Dinner at a local restaurant is included. Approximate tour duration is 6 hours. Optionals "Half Day Egyptian Museum with lunch" and "Half Day Citadel & Khan El Khalili Bazaar with dinner" operate at the same time as "Egyptian Museum with Lunch & Half Day Citadel & Khan El Khalili Bazaar with dinner Combo Package" and should not be booked together. OnDay : 4 Price : $79 Half Day Egyptian Museum with lunch Begin the tour with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, which houses the world's most extensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities. Stroll through its galleries to discover ancient treasures and learn about Egypt's rich history. After lunch, tour a jewelry shop. Browse the extensive collection of uniquely crafted gold jewelry on sale before returning to your hotel. Approximate tour duration is 6 hours Optionals "Half Day Egyptian Museum with lunch" and "Half Day Citadel & Khan El Khalili Bazaar with Dinner" operate at the same time as "Egyptian Museum with lunch & Citadel & Khan El Khalili Bazaar with Dinner Combo Package" and should not be booked together. OnDay : 4 Price : $79 Sakkara Pyramids with lunch Travel to Sakkara, site of hundreds of tombs, serving as the necropolis for the ancient capital, Memphis. Here, you can view the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser, considered to be the oldest pyramid in Egypt. Tour includes lunch in a local restaurant. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $73 Nile Dinner Cruise Spend an evening in Cairo with a delightful dinner cruise along the iconic Nile River. Relax and discover the beauty of the ancient Egyptian city by night, as you glide along the water. Enjoy a Tanoura dance show, then watch as a captivating belly dancer enchants you with her swirling dances. Take in the views of the city's sparkling lights as you savor dinner of local specialties. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours OnDay : 3 Price : $89
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