2-Days Trip to Cairo & Alexandria by Flight from Aswan
Overview
On a unique journey that will take you from Aswan by air to explore the beauty and grandeur of Cairo and Alexandria, your two-day trip begins with an early morning arrival in Cairo, where the day starts with a tour of the Giza area, where you can visit the pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure and have your photos taken next to the famous Sphinx.
Then, you will start on a new journey to the city of Alexandria, the bride of the Mediterranean, and have an experience that will live in your memory forever. some 220 kilometers from Cairo. Upon arrival, the tour begins with a visit to the modern Library of Alexandria, a beacon of science and culture. Next, head to the Qaitbay Fortress, located on the site of Alexandria's ancient lighthouse, offering breathtaking views of the sea. Afterwards, visit the Roman Theater and the Sawari Column, two of the city's most prominent monuments. In the afternoon, enjoy a walk along the Alexandria Corniche and stop for lunch at one of the restaurants overlooking the sea.
You will love every second of your journey when you travel with Cairo Top Tours.
On a unique journey that will take you from Aswan by air to explore the beauty and grandeur of Cairo and Alexandria, your two-day trip begins with an early morning arrival in Cairo, where the day starts with a tour of the Giza area, where you can visit the pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure and have your photos taken next to the famous Sphinx.
Then, you will start on a new journey to the city of Alexandria, the bride of the Mediterranean, and have an experience that will live in your memory forever. some 220 kilometers from Cairo. Upon arrival, the tour begins with a visit to the modern Library of Alexandria, a beacon of science and culture. Next, head to the Qaitbay Fortress, located on the site of Alexandria's ancient lighthouse, offering breathtaking views of the sea. Afterwards, visit the Roman Theater and the Sawari Column, two of the city's most prominent monuments. In the afternoon, enjoy a walk along the Alexandria Corniche and stop for lunch at one of the restaurants overlooking the sea.
You will love every second of your journey when you travel with Cairo Top Tours.
Inclusion
- Spending the night in Cairo in a 5-star hotel.
- Full expenses and taxes.
- Tickets to all the places indicated.
- Two lunches.
- Domestic flights from Aswan to Cairo and back.
- Meet and transfer service from/to your hotel in Aswan.
- Certified tour guide.
- Modern air-conditioned vehicles for all visits and transfers.
Exclusion
- Gratuities
- Expenses for personal items
- Beverages during meals
- Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
Itinerary
In the morning, and before your flight schedule, you will be met in the lobby of your hotel in Aswan by one of our expert representatives, who will accompany you in a private, air-conditioned car to the Aswan airport so you can catch your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will be assisted by our assistant, who will help you at the airport and take you comfortably to the area of the Pyramids of Giza.
We will embark on our journey from Cairo to the Giza plateau, where you will be impressed by the three massive pyramids, testimony to the grandeur of the ancient Egyptian civilization and the majesty of the ancient Egyptians. Once you arrive at the pyramids area, you will find our expert guide waiting for you, and then we will begin our tour by visiting the Great Pyramid, The largest and oldest of the Giza pyramids, the Pyramid of Cheops, is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Built as the tomb of Pharaoh Khufu in the 26th century BC, the pyramid has an original height of 146.5 meters.
We next visit the Pyramid of Khafre, which has a distinctive aspect due to the presence of a portion of the original limestone shell at its summit. The smallest of the three pyramids, the Pyramid of Menkaure, is next on our tour. Its elegance and simplicity define its design.
We will next proceed to one of the trip's highlights, the Sphinx, which is thought to be a representation of King Khafre and combines the head of a man with the body of a lion. One of Egypt's most notable monuments, this enormous statue serves as the pyramids' protector.
Lastly, for a seamless check-in, we will return you to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
Your second day in Cairo will start with a delicious breakfast at your hotel. After that, we will transfer you in a modern air-conditioned car to the Mediterranean Sea with an Egyptologist guide who will explain everything in detail. The Alexandria Day Trip is considered one of the excursions you can enjoy during your visit to Egypt.
Your day trip to Alexandria begins with a visit to the Library of Alexandria. The library has a large collection of around 1.5 million books as of early 2013, selected in Arabic, English, and French, as well as a selection of books in other European languages such as German, Italian, and Spanish and other rare languages such as Creole, Haitian, and Zulu, and the current collection includes donor sources from around the world on a variety of subjects.
After that, we go to where the Catacombs of Kom el-Shokafa are located in the district of Karmouz, in the district of Alexandria West, dating from the second century AD, and are considered to be one of the most important tombs in the city, and the area received its name because of the numerous remains of pottery and mashers that accumulated in this place. The tomb was found on September 28, 1900, the tomb was found by chance, although excavations in this area had already begun in 1892. The importance of the tomb is due to its size, abundance of decorations, and the complexity of its layout, and it constitutes one of the clearest examples of the interweaving of Pharaonic and Roman art in the city and one of the best examples of funerary architecture.
Then, ww will explore the Pompey Pillar, which is one of the most famous monuments in Alexandria. It was erected on Bab El Sidra Hill between the current Muslim burial area known as the “Tombs of the Columns” and the ancient plateau of Kom El Shokafa. The pillar is about 27 meters long and was erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian in the third century AD. It is the last surviving relic of the Serapeum Temple erected by Emperor Posthumus. The column is one piece, and its total height, including the base, is about 26 meters. 85 meters. 85 meters, and there are two similar sphinxes made of pink granite, dating back to the reign of Ptolemy VI.
We conclude our excursion with a visit to Qaitbay Castle in the Bahri area, built on the former site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, which was destroyed in 1307 after the devastating earthquake that struck Alexandria, and Sultan Al-Ashraf Abu Al-Nasr Qaitbay began building this castle in 1468 and completed its construction in 1496.
When you are ready to return to Aswan, we will take you to the Cairo airport and transport you to your hotel or any other location you want in Aswan.
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Yes, all transportation, flight tickets, and the tickets for the sites mentioned are included and you will have a private car with a personal tour guide.
Some must-visit attractions in Alexandria include the Qaitbay Citadel, the Montaza Palace, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Aswan to Alexandria by plane. There are flights available between Aswan International Airport (ASW) and Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) in Alexandria.
The flight duration between Aswan and Alexandria is usually around 1-2 hours, making it a convenient option for those who prefer to save time while traveling between the two cities.
Yes, there are daily flights that allow tourists to visit Cairo and Alexandria from Aswan, but you should be aware that the travel distance between Aswan and Cairo or Alexandria is considered somewhat long. These trips usually involve transferring by train or plane from Aswan to Cairo or Alexandria early in the morning and returning on the same day after visiting the sights in both cities.
The city of Alexandria offers many distinctive places for shopping, where you can find stores offering a variety of products. Here are some popular places for shopping in Alexandria:
San Stefano Grand Mall.
City Center Alexandria.
Old wholesale market (Montaza Palace Market).
Attarine Market.
Alexandria Corniche.
Gold Souk.
Day tours can last anywhere from a few hours to a full day, starting early in the morning. Tours to Abu Simbel tend to be longer due to the travel time involved.
Tipping is customary in Egypt and highly appreciated. Consider tipping your guide, driver, and any boat crew if you are satisfied with their services.
There is no proof that there is anything inside because the rock has been carved. Some stories say there might be a hidden room, but it has not been proven.
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