2 Day Private Guided Tour Of Cairo and Giza Pyramids including Lunch
What your day looks like
Discover Cairo’s iconic landmarks in two action-packed days on this private tour, with an expert tour guide. Experience the stunning Giza pyramids and Great Sphinx; and visit the ancient pyramid fields of Saqqara and Dahshur. Marvel at the treasures of King Tutankhamen and other highlights at the Egyptian Museum or the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization NMEG. Admire the Ottoman-style Mohammed Ali Mosque, known as the ‘Alabaster Mosque,’ at Saladin’s Citadel. Tour Old Cairo, the city that pre-dated Cairo with many historic churches and Roman sites. Enjoy undivided attention and personalized commentary from a private guide. Daily hotel pickup and drop-off at your Cairo or Giza hotel by an A.C vehicle and lunch included.
The experience, in brief
- Get the opportunity to be guided by an Egyptology guide
- Explore the pyramids of Giza by visiting the Giza Plateau
- Visit the Step Pyramid (Built for King Zoser)
- See the Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid at Dahshur
Your day, step by step
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Archaeological Exploration at Giza pyramid complex. Welcome to this trip! This morning, your private guide will pick you up around 8 am, for a full day tour of the pyramids at Giza , Saqqara and Dahshur. Start by visiting the Giza Plateau to explore the world famous pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, Mycrenos and Sphinx; these structures that have stood tall for 4500 years.
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Sightseeing at Great Sphinx Of Giza. Sphinx: Discover the beauty of the Sphinx, one of the largest monolith statues in the history of mankind, enjoy the views and take remarkable pictures. You’ll find your local Egyptology guide a wealth of knowledge and full of enthusiasm about Egyptian history, and their country in general. At the end of the day, drive back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza. After this great tour, you will have the chance to go to a papyrus institute to see how the Egyptians produced this genuine artwork thousands of years ago. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant.
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Sightseeing at Pyramid Of Djoser. Step Pyramid: Proceed to Saqqara, located only 27 km southwest away from Cairo. Visit the Step Pyramid (Built for King Zoser), the world’s oldest major stone structure, in Saqqara, it is considered an important part of the pyramid evolution, which were made from the simple mastaba to its widely known form. This pyramid was built during the reign of the Third Dynasty of Ancient Egypt 4,800 years ago. Also visit the Tombs of the Nobles in Saqqara and learn more about the daily life of ancient Egyptian noblemen.
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Sightseeing at Red Pyramid. Red Pyramid and Bent pyramid: You will continue to explore and then transfer to the south and visit the Red Pyramid and Bent pyramid at Dahshur. This is a famous royal necropolis in Egypt located in the desert on the West Bank of the Nile approximately 40 kilometres (25 mi) south of Cairo. It is known chiefly for many famous pyramids two of which are among the oldest, largest and best preserved in Egypt, built from 2613–2589 BC; the red and bent Pyramids of King Snefru.
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Accommodation.
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Local Flavor at Egyptian Museum. Egyptian Museum: Pick up at 8 am, then drive towards the Egyptian Museum of antiquities, home to the fantastic Tutankhamun exhibit, see his golden mask and many of the New Kingdom royal mummies, lose yourself in the many rooms and galleries full of thousands of artifacts.
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City/Town Tour at The Saladin Citadel Of Cairo. Cairo Citadel: Continue to the Citadel of Salah El Din, built on famous hill Al Moqattam in Cairo, that was constructed for military purposes, for protecting Cairo from incoming threats. Since then, it became a residence of the king of Egypt for many centuries. On this tour, you will visit the beautiful Mohamed Ali known as Alabaster Mosque. Political event called “Massacre of the Citadel” happened in the Citadel in 1811, where Mohamed Ali, the ruler of Egypt (1805-1849) murdered Mameluke leaders in Qaser El Gawhara palace, and it’s not currently opened for visits. Then, lunch at a local restaurant.
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Local Flavor at Saint Barbara Church in Coptic Cairo. Coptic Cairo: Then, visit to the Old Cairo that is known as Christian Coptic Cairo. It is among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is sill felt. Discover gilded icons and holy relics in an Old City Coptic church. Visit the Church of Abu Serga (St. Sergious) was built as a prime landmark for many tourists. This, and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon, is a destination of pilgrimage not only for Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion permeates the whole district here. You will also get to learn about the old Jewish synagogue – Ben Ezra Synagogue
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The trip ends here. You will take back lovely memories of many enchanting destinations of your tour. Finally, you will be transferred to Cairo or Giza hotel
What to know before booking
Included
Professional English-speaking tour guide All Transfers, pick up and drop off by A.C vehicle and non-smoking drivers 2 Day Tours in Cairo; Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo & Al Khalili Bazaars
Not Included
Hotels accommodations Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing Tipping to the guide and drivers Any optional Tours Water or Beverage during the lunchtime
What to Bring
Weather-appropriate clothing Comfortable footwear Camera and other items you may need
Meeting & Pickup
Pick up Location: Cairo Intl Airport/ Cairo or Giza Hotel
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
-You will need to buy the entrance fees to the sightseeing by card
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business