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Day Trips in Cairo
Edit ThisIf you're hoping to see a bit more of Egypt while you're in Cairo, there are plenty of day trips that you can make. They will take you back in time to the eras of pyramids and tombs. With a short trip you can explore the times of the Pharaohs, Greeks and Romans.
Memphis
This ancient city was declared by Menes to be the capital of the newly united Egypt. Here you can see the excavation of the city ruins and explore the open-air museum. In the museum are the Colossus of Ramses, an image made famous in many films, and the alabaster sphinx. The tomb of Ramses is also on location. The cost for entrance to the museum is 21LE (Pounds Egyptian).
Giza
Naturally you will want to head far enough out of Cairo to get a close-up view of the pyramids that can be seen from within the city. Make your way by camel or horse (or bus, for those less adventurous) to the Great Pyramids of Egypt. You can explore the surrounding tombs and get up close and personal with the sphinx. If you want to go inside a pyramid, it's recommended to head into one of the smaller Queen's pyramids (or, even better, head to Saqqara) to avoid paying hefty fees, dealing with crowds, and being disappointed at the lack of decoration inside.
Saqqara
The Step Pyramid of Saqqara was the first pyramid ever constructed in Egypt. Imhotep built the prototype that would eventually become the Great Pyramids of Giza. You can also see the pyramids of Teti , Pepi and Unas , as well as the Tomb of Mereruka . All of these are highly decorated with hieroglyphics and are much more interesting from the inside than any of the pyramids in Giza, though naturally they aren't as impressive from the outside. The cost to enter the area of Saqqara is 60LE.
Alexandria
Hop a train to the Greek capital of Egypt, Alexandria, to explore another era of Egyptian life. The fort of Alexandria sits on what was the site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria. It's even possible to arrange a dive trip to see the remains of the lighthouse now hidden beneath the water. Or, you can visit the Roman amphitheater to see the ruins that have already been recovered from the sea. And, of course, the Library of Alexandria is both an ancient wonder and modern marvel. The trip takes about 3 hours from Cairo with regular trains throughout the day. The cost is 30 to 40LE each way.
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Horseback Desert Safari
Edit Thisphoto by: Dr Raju C.Abraham, Kerala
Experience
the spirit and stamina of the Egyptian Arabian horse on an exhilarating
tailormade tour. Gallop through the desert sands in the shadow of the Pyramids
for an unforgettable desert experience.
The
awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza provide the backdrop for this once in a
lifetime experience. Let Karim guide you through the desert on one of our
beautiful Egyptian horses, each one handpicked to suit you and your ability.
Follow in the hoofprints of pharaohs as you ride past the
ancient pyramid sites of Saqqara, Abu Sir and Darshur. Relax at the end of the more..
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1Day tour to Edfu & Kom Ombo from Luxor
Edit This1Day tour to Edfu & Kom Ombo from Luxor $ 85
Go Egypt Travel representative will pick you up from your hotel by air-conditioned modern van to visit Edfu, as soon as you arrive Edfu you will enjoy a horse carriage going to Edfu temple, 123 km. north of Aswan on the West Bank of the Nile, which was dedicated to the worship of god Horus represented as a falcon, which consider one of the most beautiful Egyptian temples. Then you will be transferred to visit Kom Ombo temple, 45km. north of Aswan, built on a hillside overlooking the Nile, it more..| World66 rating: | |
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Visit Cairo & Alexandria from Alexandria Port 230 USD
Edit ThisWith Go Egypt Travel, enjoy a private tour to visit Cata Comb, Alexandria Library, Pompeii’s Pillar, Kaitbay Citadel, Pyramids of Queops, and Quephren&Mykerinus, Great Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo...
Itinerary: Day 1 - Go Egypt Travel representative will pick you up from your Ship Cruise by air-condition modern van to visit Alexandria sightseeing including visits to Cata Comb of Kom el Shokafa, Alexandria Library, Pompeii’s Pillar, Roman Amphitheater & Kaitbay Citadel. Have lunch at local restaurant. Drive to Cairo. Transfer to hotel. Optional more..| World66 rating: | |
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Cairo Tour Package
Edit This04 Days / 03 Nights
Day 01
Arrive Cairo International Airport , meet & assist as our representative will handle all your procedures through passport control, luggage area and customs formalities. After that you will be transferred to your hotel by a private air-conditioned vehicle. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 02
Breakfast at the hotel - enjoy an excursion to visit the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus & see the Sphinx , which was discovered in 1912 more..
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Tour to the Egyptian Museum, Salah El-Din Citadel, Mohamed Ali’s Mosque & Coptic Cairo
Edit ThisPick up from your hotel in Cairo , enjoy an excursion to visit the Egyptian Museum where you can see the collection of Tutankhamun among other splendid pharaonic artifacts.The museum exhibits over 120000 objects, some of the important groups of these objects are : Artifacts from the tombs of kings and members of the royal families . After that visit Salah El-Din Citadel that rises on The Hill of Al-Moqattam, in one of the highest areas in Cairo. It’s about 800 years old, but still firm and grand and there you will visit also Mohammed Ali’s Mosque. Then onto the Coptic area more..
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| address: | 33 A Ramses st., Cairo, Egypt |
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Abu Simbel day tour by coach from Aswan
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Youregypttours.com See the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel on a
minibus tour from Aswan. With a qualified Egyptologist as your guide,
you’ll enjoy a personalized visit to Abu Simbel. With its four
rock-hewn pharaohs, your guide will explain the history of the site,
including how the temples were discovered by accident in 1813. Due to
the large number of visitors to Abu Simbel, guides are not permitted
inside either the Great Temple of Ramses II or the smaller Temple of
Hathor.
Schedule Details:
Departs:
Daily
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Day Tour To Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara
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Day Tour To Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara
Departure
: Everyday
Length
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| address: | 124, Haram street, Giza, Egypt |
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Egypt Inspiration Travel Package (05 Nights/06 Days)
Edit ThisDeparture : Everyday
Length : 05 Nights / 06 Days
Type : Classic Tour
Guide : Private guided tour
Price : From : 390 EURO
Tour Itinerary
(Arrival Cairo)
Day 1 : Upon arrival Cairo international airport you will be meeting by our representative who will hold a sign which include your name, & assist you in handling all your procedures through passport control , customs formalities & more..
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| address: | 124 Haram street, Giza, Egypt |
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Cairo & Luxor Tours from Marsa Alam flying,Two days Cairo & Luxor Egypt Tours
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Day1: Flight to Cairo - sightseeing in Cairo - fly to Luxor- Pick up and tranfer from your hotel in Marsa Alam to Hurghada Airport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Flight to Cairo - Meet up by your Egyptologist tour guide - Visit the Great Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian museum and old Cairo
- Free time in Cairo tours for shopping and optional tours
- Lunch meal in a high quality restaurant in Cairo - Transfer to Cairo airport to flight to Luxor
- Transfer from Luxor airport to your hotel in Luxor for overnight
Day 2: Sightseeing more..
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| address: | 124, Haram street, Giza, Egypt |
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Cairo daily Excursion from Hurghada by Coach
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(Cairo Tour From Hurghada By First Class Bus)
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Hurghada then you will be transferred to Hurghada bus station & taking a first class air-conditioned bus to Cairo to enjoy Cairo tour from Hurghada by A/C bus, Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be met & transferred by a private air-conditioned modern vehicle, accompanying with a private Egyptologist guide for discover Cairo tour, first visit the enigmatic Pyramids of Giza of King Cheops , Chefren , Mykernuis , Sphinx , & the more..
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| address: | 124, Haram street, Giza, Egypt |
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Cairo tours to Memphis, Dahshure, Sakkara
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Departure : Everyday
Length : Approx 6 hours
Type : Sightseeing tours
Guide : Private guided tour
Price : From : 60 EURO
Day Tour Sakkara,Memphis,Dahshure
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza to enjoy a day tour to Sakkara, Memphis & Dahshure, visit the first large Egyptian pyramid which is the Step Pyramid of king Djoser (Zoser) at Sakkara, it build during the third dynasty of the old kingdom to protect the body of more..
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| address: | 124, Haram street, Giza, Egypt |
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Accessible Tour Packages, Egypt Tours for wheelchair users,wheelchair accessible
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Departure : Daily
Length : 13 Days - 12 Nights
Type : Accessible Tour Pacakage
Guide : Private Professional Egyptologist Guide
Price : From : 995 EURO
Itinerary:- Day # 1 ) Arrive Cairo, Egypt
Arrival at Cairo International Airport, Special meet and assistance accompaniment and service from arrival through customs and immigration formalities. Meet our driver and our air conditioned van. Accessible transfer to our specially selected hotel in Cairo. Balance of the evening for more..
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| address: | 124, Haram street, Giza, Egypt |
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Egypt Classical Tours Package, Egypt customized Tour Packages,Travel to Egypt
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Departure : Daily
Length : 9 Days - 8 Nights
Type : Sightseeing Tour Package
Guide : Private Professional Egyptologist Guide
Price : From : 645 EURO
Itinerary:- DAY 1: Arrive Cairo, Egypt
Upon your arrival at Cairo Airport, our representative will be waiting to assist you through airport formalities and escort you to the hotel in Cairo for check in and overnight stay in Cairo.
DAY 2:Cairo sightseeing tours - Train to Aswan
Check out after breakfast. Depart for a full day city more..
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| address: | 124, Haram street, Giza, Egypt |
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Siwa Egypt Desert Safari
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Departure : Everyday
Length : 07 Nights / 08 Days
Type : Private tour
Guide : Professional Egyptologist guide
Price : From : 785 EURO
Itinerary:- (Arrival Cairo)
Day 1: Upon arrival Cairo international airport you will be meeting by our representative who will hold a sign which include your name, & assist you in handling all your procedures through passport control , customs formalities & luggage area, then transfer you to your hotel via air conditioned modern vehicle & more..
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| address: | 124, Haram street, Giza, Egypt |
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Egypt Pharaohs' Glory Holiday package
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(Arrival Cairo) Day 1 : Upon arrival Cairo international airport you will be meeting by our representative who will hold a sign which include your name, & assist you in handling all your procedures through passport control , customs formalities & luggage area, then transfer you to your hotel via air conditioned modern vehicle & overnight in Cairo . (Pyramids – Egyptian Museum) Day 2 : After having your breakfast , enjoy a full day tour to visit the enigmatic Pyramids of Giza of King Cheops , Chefren , Mykernuis , Sphinx , &Valley more..| World66 rating: | |
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Day Trip To Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo
Edit ThisDeparture : Everyday
Length : Approx 4 hours
Type : Sightseeing tour
Guide : Private guided tour
Price : From : 35 EURO
Itinerary:- Day trip to Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza to enjoy a day trip to Egyptian museum & Old Cairo, first visit the Egyptian antiquities Museum commonly known as the Egyptian more..
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| address: | 124, Haram street, Giza, Egypt |
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Sightseeing trip to Luxor and Karnak Temple from Hurghada by private vehicle
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| address: | Egypt, Red Sea, Hurghada |
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Tour to Cairo from Port Said by private vehicle
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Egypt Sightseeing tours, Egypt day tours, Egypt Nile Cruise package
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Departure : Every Saturday - Monday - Wednesday
Length : 06 Nights / 07 Days
Type : Classic Tour
Guide : Private guided tour
Price : From : 470 EURO
Itinerary:- (Arrival Cairo)
Day 1 : Upon arrival Cairo international airport you will be meeting by our representative who will hold a sign which include your name, & assist you in handling all your procedures through passport control , customs formalities & luggage area, then transfer you to your hotel via air conditioned modern vehicle & more..
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| address: | 124, Haram street, Giza, Egypt |
| email: | Hend@egyptonlinetours.net |
Abu Simbel Tour From Cairo By Flight
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