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Private 2-Day Cairo Tour
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Experience the best of Cairo on this comprehensive 2-day private tour. Explore ancient wonders, modern treasures, and vibrant local culture with a private Egyptologist guide. This tour is ideal for travelers who want to see Cairo’s highlights at a relaxed pace with a personalized experience. You will visit the iconic Giza Pyramids, the impressive Grand Egyptian Museum, the Citadel of Saladin, historic mosques, and the bustling Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Explore the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx of Giza
- Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
- Discover the historic Citadel of Saladin and Mohamed Ali Mosque
- Experience Cairo’s vibrant culture at Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- Private Egyptologist guide for personalized insights
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Cairo
Day 01 - Welcome to Egypt! At 8:00 AM, after your breakfast, your tour guide will meet you in the hotel lobby to pick you up and transfer you to Memphis. Your tour will begin with a visit to the oldest capital in history.
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Cairo
Local Flavor at Saqqara. Day 01 - Sakkara: You will be guided for one hour through the open-air museum of Memphis, which was founded by King Menes and served as the capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdom. For over 3,000 years, it was a center of rule and culture as Egypt's first capital. During the visit, you will see the Statue of Ramses II. Afterward, you will proceed to the Sakkara Necropolis, where your guide will take you to the key highlights, including the Step Pyramid complex, the main entrance of the necropolis, and the Pyramid of King Teti. Following the tour, you will have lunch at a local restaurant.
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Cairo
Sightseeing at Giza pyramid complex. Day 01 - Pyramids of Giza: Our next stop is the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. As one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Pyramids continue to captivate with their mystery. The Sphinx, an enigmatic symbol of Egypt, adds to the experience. You will have free time to enter one of the Pyramids (additional cost) if you wish. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to shop and visit a perfume factory and a traditional papyrus institute, where you can see how papyrus is made and purchase a unique gift. We will then drive you back to your hotel."
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Day 01 - Accommodation: Night in a hotel
Day 2
Cairo
Local Flavor at Egyptian Museum. Day 02 - Egyptian Museum: Your guide will meet you at your hotel and transfer you in an air-conditioned van. Start your day with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, where you will see 165,000 Egyptian artifacts. The highlight of the museum is the priceless treasures of King Tutankhamun, including his six gilded coffins displayed in the main hall and his magnificent death mask, the star attraction. You also have the option to visit the Mummies Hall for an additional cost.
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Local Flavor at The Hanging Church. Day 02 - The Hanging Church: Next, you will visit the Hanging Church, named for its location above a gatehouse of the Babylon Fortress. Following this, you will explore the Coptic Museum, which houses the largest collection of Egyptian Christian artifacts in the world. Nearby, you will find the Ben Ezra Synagogue, known for its 19th-century discovery of a geniza (storeroom) containing a treasure trove of abandoned Hebrew manuscripts.
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Cairo
Sightseeing at The Saladin Citadel Of Cairo. Day 02 - The Saladin Citadel: Next, you will visit the Citadel of Saladin, a historic fortification in Cairo. Afterward, you will enjoy lunch and then take a walk through Khan El Khalili Street. You might wonder how a market in Egypt is linked to the founding of the United States—this is an experience you won't forget.
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Day 02 - We hope you enjoyed your trip with us! You will be returned to your hotel, and our services will be finished.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Qualified Private Egyptologist guide Private Hotel pickup and drop-off Round-trip private transfer
Not Included
Tips and gratuity Food and drinks Anything extra not mentioned Entrance fees
What to Bring
Camera Sunglasses Sunscreen & Hat Bag for Essentials Comfortable clothing and footwear Passport or ID
Restrictions
Infants must not sit on laps Infant seats unavailable Not suitable for pets No public transportation nearby A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Meeting & Pickup
Our representative will be waiting for you at the designated meeting point or cruise port and will be holding a sign displaying your name for easy identification.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
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