Best Cairo 5 Days Christmas Trip

Today, after enjoying breakfast at your hotel, we will visit one of Egypt's most renowned sites, the Great Pyramids of the Giza Plateau, located ten miles south of downtown Cairo on the outskirts of the city. These pyramids are among the few remaining wonders of the ancient world. The largest and oldest, the Great Pyramid of Cheops, dates back over 4,000 years. Khafre (Chephren) retains its original stone top, while the smallest, Menkaura (Mycerinus), completes the trio. Please note that entrance to the Pyramids can be arranged for an additional fee.

Nearby stands the enigmatic Sphinx, sculpted almost entirely from a single block of limestone and one of the most photographed ancient monuments globally. Your visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza promises to be a highlight of your Cairo tour.

Following this, our Cairo day tour continues to the Saqqara area, just 27 km southwest of Cairo. Upon arrival in Saqqara, we will explore the Step Pyramid, also known as the Djoser Pyramid. This pyramid holds significant historical importance as one of the earliest examples of pyramid architecture, marking the transition from simple mastabas to the iconic pyramid shape. It is also renowned as the world's first stone structure.

After Saqqara, we will journey to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt since the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt. Here, you will discover the colossal statue of Ramses II and the impressive alabaster Sphinx. Following a delicious lunch at one of Cairo's esteemed restaurants, we will transfer you back to your hotel.

As an optional evening activity, you can enjoy a Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise, which includes transportation, dinner, and captivating performances featuring Belly Dancing and the Tanoura Dance Show.

You will spend the night at your hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before being chauffeured by a private vehicle to downtown Cairo to kick off your Cairo excursions. Begin with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, situated in the famous Tahrir Square. This museum houses a rare collection spanning 5,000 years, boasting over 120,000 priceless Egyptian antiquities. Among its highlights is an exhibition dedicated to Tutankhamun's treasures, including gold and jewelry, which remained undisturbed in his tomb for over 3,500 years until their discovery in 1922 by Howard Carter.

Next, explore the historic district of Old Cairo, known for Egypt's early adoption of Christianity. Visit the Church of Abu Serga and the Hanging Church, along with the ancient Ben Ezra Synagogue.

After enjoying a delicious lunch of Egyptian cuisine, you will be driven back to your hotel. In the evening, you can opt to attend the Sound and Light show at the Giza Pyramids.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Proceed to the Citadel of Saladin, known for its impressive towers and fortifications. Here, you will explore the citadel and visit the alabaster mosque inside, commissioned by Mohamed Ali in 1805 in the Turkish architectural style. The citadel itself, constructed in the 12th century by Sultan Saladin Al Ayyubi, was built to defend Cairo against potential threats.

Afterward, enjoy a delightful lunch before continuing your Cairo day trips to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a bustling area renowned for its vibrant atmosphere from dusk till dawn. Embark on a Cairo walking tour through the bazaar and indulge in the finest mint tea at one of the local cafes.

Return to your hotel in Cairo for overnight accommodation.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be escorted to the airport. Your tour leader will guide you through the boarding procedures for your return flight home.

We trust you had a wonderful experience on your 5-day Cairo Christmas Trip.

Meal included: Breakfast