2 Day Private Guided Tour of Cairo & Giza with Cairo Airport Transfers
What your day looks like
See all Cairo’s top attractions in two action-packed days on this private tour, with an Egyptology 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 Tutankhamun and other highlights at the Egyptian Museum. Admire the Ottoman-style Mohammed Ali Mosque, known as the ‘Alabaster Mosque,’ at Saladin’s Citadel. Immerse yourself in Cairo’s lively culture during a visit to the Khan Al-Kahlili market. Enjoy undivided attention and personalized commentary from a private guide. Enjoy a complimentary free pick up and drop off at Cairo International Airport. Daily hotel pickup and drop-off by an A.C. vehicle and lunch included.
The experience, in brief
- Explore the Giza Plateau and the worldfamous pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, Mycrenos
- Discover the beauty of the Sphinx, one of the largest monolith statues in the history
- See how the Egyptians produced this genuine artwork thousands of years ago
- Visit the Step Pyramid, the world’s oldest major stone structure, in Saqqara
- Visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities
Your day, step by step
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Welcome to thsi trip! We will start our 2 day package by picking you up at Cairo airport (please, provide your flt details; flt number, airline and arrival time). Our English speaking driver will be waiting for you outside the arrival hall at Cairo airport, holding a sign with your name to transfer you to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
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Archaeological Exploration at Giza Plateau. Explore Giza Plateau: 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.
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Sightseeing. Papyrus institute: You will have the chance to go to a papyrus institute to see how the Egyptians produced this genuine artwork thousands of years ago.
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Sightseeing at Pyramid Of Djoser. Pyramid of Djoser: 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. 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, and many of the New Kingdom artifacts, lose yourself in the many rooms and galleries full of thousands of artifacts.
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Sightseeing 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.
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Sightseeing at Alabaster Mosque. Alabaster Mosque: 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.
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Local Flavor at Khan el-Khalili. Khan el-Khalili: Cairo’s Khan al-Khalili Bazaar is a major souq in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt. The bazaar district is one of Cairo’s main attractions for tourists and Egyptians alike. It is an essential Egyptian experience – lose yourself in the colors and aromas of this fascinating marketplace.
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This is the end of your trip! Finally, you will be transferred to Cairo Airport.
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 Camel ride is optional during the Giza Pyramids tour. 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 in Cairo Intl Airport/ Cairo or Giza Hotel
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
What travelers are saying
My guests was really happy ! Good guide experience with good knowledge !