Overnight Trip to Cairo from Alexandria Port

  

Overnight Trip to Cairo from Alexandria Port

Embark on an unforgettable Overnight Trip to Cairo from Alexandria Port, where you’ll immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Egypt’s capital. This two-day adventure allows you to explore the iconic Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum, home to countless treasures from ancient times. Enjoy a relaxing evening in Cairo, complete with a traditional dinner and a night at a comfortable hotel. The next day, you’ll have the opportunity to visit local markets and enjoy the bustling atmosphere of this historic city before returning to Alexandria.

 

Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Alexandria to Cairo, where you’ll first visit the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza. After a guided tour, enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant. In the evening, experience Cairo’s vibrant nightlife or take a leisurely stroll along the Nile. You’ll spend the night in a well-appointed hotel, ensuring a restful stay. The following morning, explore the Egyptian Museum to see artifacts like the golden mask of Tutankhamun, followed by free time for shopping in the bustling bazaars. This overnight trip combines historical exploration with cultural experiences, making it a perfect getaway.

Overnight Trip to Cairo from Alexandria Port, to visit the Great Pyramids, Sphinx and Valley Temple the Step Pyramid at Sakkara, Memphis city and the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, with two lunch meals and two breakfast meals included.

Itinerary

Day 1: Alexandria Port - Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara:
Our Cairo tour will start with pick up from your ship terminal in Alexandria port by air-conditioned vehicle. Then you will be taken into 3 hours drive to Cairo. In your arrival you will be accompanied by your private Egyptologist guide to start your Cairo tour by visiting the Great Pyramids of Giza one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient World. Giza Pyramids are constructed from 4500 years by millions of limestone. Continue your Cairo trip to mystical Sphinx, The 20-metre-high, 57-metre-long, head of a man, and body of a lion is the guardian of a sun temple to the east of the Great Pyramid of King Khufu of Giza. Lunch will be served during Cairo tour. Continue driving to visit the ruins of Memphis 20 km south of Cairo, on the west bank of the Nile, the city was founded by the pharaoh Menes around 3000 BC. Capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom. You will visit the monumental statue of Ramses II and a beautiful sphinx carved from a single, enormous piece of alabaster. Today, the remains of a great temple to Ptah as well as some royal palaces, and a large necropolis are also available for visitors to explore. Ramses II, He is often regarded as Egypt's greatest, most celebrated, and most powerful pharaoh. Then proceed to Sakkara which is one section of the great necropolis of Memphis. Sakkara is best known for the Step Pyramid, the oldest known of Egypt's 97 pyramids. It was built for King Djoser of the 3rd Dynasty by the architect and genius Imhotep. Transfer to your hotel by the Pyramids for overnight stay

Day 2: Egyptian Museum & Citadel – Back to Alexandria Port:
Pick you up from your hotel in Giza after breakfast. Your Egyptologist tour guide will accompany you to the famous Tahrir Square (Libration Square) where the Egyptian Revolution indulged January 2011 against Mubarak and his government. Where you will visit the Egyptian Museum which renewed in 1900 to neo-classical style by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon it was exhibited 120000 objects till now from the pre historical era to Greco-Roman period, the most interesting in the Egyptian Museum is the golden treasure of the child king Tutankhamen. Then continue Cairo tour to Salah el din Citadel (Saladin) The Citadel was fortified by the Ayyubid ruler Salah al-Din (Saladin) between 1176 and 1183 CE, to protect it from the Crusaders. You will also visit The Albaster mosque of Mohamed Ali Pasha which was designed by the Turkish architect Yousif Boushnaq. You will be transferred to Khan El Khalil, the famous Bazaars for shopping and souvenirs. Drive back to Alexandria Port, drop off at your ship terminal. (end of Cairo trip ) 

Included

Overnight Trip to Cairo from Alexandria Port includes:
- Meet & greet services at your cruise terminal at Alexandria Port
- All transfers by deluxe air-conditioning vehicles in Alexandria Port and Cairo
- Sightseeing tours as per Cairo Tour itinerary
- Egyptology expert guide in Throughout Cairo Trip
- Entrance fees to the sighs as per Cairo Trip itinerary
- Five star hotel accommodation in Giza with breakfast
- Lunch meal will be served during Cairo Tour at a local restaurant by the Pyramids

For more info

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