2-Day Private Guided Tour to Giza, Saqqara, Dahshur and Cairo

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8-Hour Private Tour of the Pyramids, Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum

2 days

Moderate


2 Days in Cairo

  The many great places around Cairo in Egypt contributes to the many reasons why people love to go there. With the right 2 day itinerary in Cairo, you not only can enjoy the many amazing places, but can also get to make the most of your 2 days tour Cairo.

First Day in Cairo

Start up your tour on the first day with a trip to the Giza Pyramids at the heart of the city of Cairo. Here, you can stop at the Khufu  , Khafre, Menkaure and Queens Pyramids. All of these pyramids have a narrow tunnel that allows you to get a clearer view from within. It is best to get to these pyramids early enough to avoid the crowds and get a better view of every part of it. Just close to the Giza Pyramids is the Great Sphinx which is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. From the pyramids, then you will proceed to Sakkara  a.k.a Saqqara where you will get a really close look at the Step Pyramid of king Zoser complex, the pyramid of Teti with the Pyramid Texts on its inner walls and one of Noblemen's tombs or mastabas with unrivaled scenes of ancient Egyptian daily life . Later you will visit Dahshur and its 2 pyramids of King Snefru; The Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid.

In the evening you will attend the spectacular Sound and Light show right before the Sphinx and Giza pyramids.

The Second Day in Cairo

For the second day, on your 2 days tour Cairo, you can start the day with a visit to the Egyptian museum   in Cairo that has more than 160,000 ancient Egyptian historical relics varying from tiny domestic objects to colossal statues and showing jewelry, papyri, etc. Then you will enjoy a ride on a felucca (traditional sailboat) on the Nile  . Later you will visit the Hanging Church. This building expresses the amazing Coptic architecture and beautiful mosaics. From here, you can stop by the Coptic Museum which is very close to the church. Wrap up this 2 days Cairo tour   with a visit to the Saladin Citadel where you can catch a better view of Cairo from its top and live the experience of the Khan el Khalili Bazaar .  

In the evening you will enjoy a dinner on a cruise on the Nile  while watching belly dancing and Tannoura folklore show.

This 2 day itinerary in Cairo ensures that you visit the best and popular places in Cairo in just two days. With this, no doubt, you are going to have an amazing 2 days tour Cairo  that you will always remember.


What's included?
  • Food & drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Camel ride for 30 minutes in Giza plateau
2 Lunches
Sound and light show in Giza
Dinner on a Nile cruise with show (belly dance and Tannoura)
Bottled water
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Transport by air-conditioned minivan with free WiFi
Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
Gratuities
Extra entrance fees (interior of Giza pyramids, Solar Boat museum, Royal Mummy room)
Personal items
Drinks
Please note
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Infant meals not included
    • Dress code is smart casual
    • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Dress code is smart casual • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
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