Why choose this Cairo tour ?
Begin an enchanting journey into Egypt’s rich history, straight from the Cairo Airport. Our specially curated trip offers the privilege of witnessing stunning archaeological marvels including the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx. Further on, the tour progresses to the Citadel, a location exploding with a grandiose presence of the past. As the itinerary concludes, find yourself amidst the historic labyrinthine lanes of Old Cairo, soaking up the enduring charm of this ancient city with a modern pulse.
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What makes Trip from Cairo airport to great pyramids Sphinx Citadel and Old Cairo a unique experience ?
Starts with Pickup from your hotel in Cairo by our tour guide then you will be transferred to Giza City by Private A/C Vehicle to Start your day Tour Visiting Giza Pyramids where you see the Great Pyramids – Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos. Cheops is the most colossal ever built. Next is the Valley Temple where the dead body was mummified it`s also the same place where you can get a close-up look at the Sphinx – a huge funeral complex guarded by the legendary lion body with the face of king Chephren. The pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx are among the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and indeed already were even in Roman times. Each of these spectacular structures served as the final resting place of a king of the 4th Dynasty (c.2613–2494 BC). The Great Pyramid of Giza was built for king Khufu (c.2589–2566 BC), and the other two for Khafre and Menkaure, his son and grandson.
then The Sphinx – The legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren.
The only completely preserved portrait of the king is a three-inch high ivory figurine found in a temple ruin of a later period at Abydos in 1903. All other reliefs and statues were found in fragments, and many buildings of Khufu are lost. Everything known about Khufu comes from inscriptions in his necropolis at Giza and later documents. For example, Khufu is the main character noted in the Westcar Papyrus from the 13th dynasty.
Khafre’s pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple yielded several statues of Khafre. Several were found in a well in the floor of the temple by Mariette in 1860. Others were found during successive excavations by Sieglin (1909–10), Junker, Reisner,
Menkaure’s pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple once contained several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added on to the valley temple. The mortuary temple also yielded several statues of Menkaure.
Then visiting the Old Cairo that known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is Among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still; though their stay was brief, for the Governor of what was then Fustat enraged by the tumbling down of idols at Jesus’ approach sought to kill the Child. But they took shelter from his wrath in a cave above which, in later years, the Church of Abu Serga (St Sergious) was built. This and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon is a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion pervades the whole district there. Also There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old Jewish synagogue – Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Then visit The Citadel Of Saladin where you visit Mohamed Ali Mosque that knows as The Alabaster Mosque
End your day tour by a visit to Khan El Khalili Bazaars. Shops in this district are legendary for fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques etc. At the end of the day, we will transfer you back to your hotel.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entry fees includes basic area only
- Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
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Trip from Cairo airport to great pyramids Sphinx Citadel and Old Cairo Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Tour guide
- All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Entrance fees
- Bottle Water
Not Included
- Lunch (Optional)
- Inside any of the pyramids
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Egypt Tours Online.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Cairo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 3 Stars based on 3 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• TRAVEL TIP: Due to very low wages, “Baksheesh” or tips/gratuities are an integral part of life in Egypt. It is useful to carry small notes with you at all times. If you are unsure who, or how much to tip, please do not hesitate to ask your tour guide for guidance.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Dress code is smart casual