Tour of Alexandria and Cairo, 5 Days, 4 Nights

Start your day with a gourmet breakfast at your Cairo day tour hotel before meeting your certified tour guide for an in-depth exploration of the Giza pyramids. You'll be transported to the Great Pyramid of Cheops, where you can either enter the pyramid or take photos of its impressive structure as your guide shares its history. Next, visit the slightly smaller Pyramid of King Chephren, along with the majestic Great Sphinx, carved from a single stone. See the smallest of the Giza pyramids, built for King Mycerinus, and enjoy an optional camel ride for spectacular views and photos. Continue to the Valley Temple, where rituals for King Chephren were performed, and then drive to Memphis to explore its open-air museum, showcasing treasures from Egypt's ancient capital. At Saqqara, marvel at the Step Pyramid, the oldest pyramid designed by Imhotep, and visit the pyramid of Teti with its hieroglyphic inscriptions, as well as a Mastaba tomb adorned with colorful scenes. After a local lunch in Saqqara, you'll return to your Giza hotel to relax for the night. Meals included: breakfast and lunch.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before continuing your Egypt Classic Tours. Today, your licensed tour guide will lead you to the Egyptian Museum, renowned for its extensive collection of Egyptian artifacts spread across two floors, including the renowned treasures of Tutankhamun. Next, visit the Citadel of Saladin, which once served as the administrative heart of Egypt. Here, explore the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali, a striking example of Ottoman architecture. Your tour of Islamic Cairo will showcase its numerous historic mosques and towers, many of which are centuries old. In Coptic Cairo, you’ll visit the Roman fortress of Babylon and the Hanging Church, also known as Al Mualaka, which sits atop the fortress towers. See the Church of St. Sergius, built over the crypt where the Holy Family is said to have stayed, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, traditionally located at the spot where baby Moses was found. After a tasty lunch, delve into the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar, exploring its medieval streets and ancient gates. Finally, return to your hotel in Cairo for an overnight stay.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.