Following your breakfast at the hotel in Cairo, your accredited guide will transport you to the Giza Pyramids area where you will fulfill your dream of visiting the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the largest and most popular of the many pyramids constructed during the ancient Egyptian Old Kingdom era. These pyramids were built as burial tombs for pharaohs. You will also have the opportunity to admire the pyramids of Chephren and Mycerinus, as well as the stunning Sphinx of Giza, believed to have been constructed during the fourth dynasty. Additionally, you may opt for a thrilling camel ride at the Giza Pyramids (available at an extra charge). The tour concludes with a visit to the Valley Temple or the mummification temple of King Chephren.
Accompanied by your personal driver and Egyptologist guide, you will visit The Egyptian Museum located in downtown Cairo. The museum houses a unique collection of artifacts and masterpieces that date back over 6000 years of Egyptian history. It contains a remarkable display of 160,000 treasures made of gold, silver, and massive stone blocks, including royal sarcophagi and statues of ancient Egyptian rulers and kings. The museum also features the royal mummies room and the funerary collection of Yuya and Tuya, who were the great-grandparents of King Tutankhamun.
After enjoying a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, you will proceed with your Cairo Day Tour to Islamic Cairo. With your guide, you will explore the walls and gates of Cairo and gain a deeper understanding of the daily lives of the local people. The tour concludes with a visit to the oldest functioning café in Egypt, El Fishawy café, located in the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. This bazaar is one of Cairo's most renowned landmarks and is a key destination during any Islamic Cairo excursion. Here, you can savor a refreshing mint tea or a special mango juice while taking in the vibrant atmosphere of this historic location.
Following the tour, you will be transported back to your hotel for an overnight stay. If you choose to do so, you may opt for the optional Nile Dinner Cruise with an entertainment show in Cairo. You can discuss the details of this excursion with your guide and arrange for pick-up from your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch