2 Days Alexandria Shore Excursion to Cairo – Pyramids & More

Your two-day Cairo Tours from Alexandria Port starts when our Egypt Tours Group representative picks you up from Alexandria Port once your ship reaches the exit door to board a private air-conditioned vehicle, approximately 3 hours to Cairo, where you will be escorted by a local Egyptologist tour guide to visit:

Giza Pyramids Complex:

The 4th dynasty’s legacy is where the three paralleled pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus lie. The three pearls are fascinating structures that are remarkable in both their cultural significance and their architecture.

The oldest and largest of the three pyramids belongs to Pharaoh Cheops, also known as Khufu, and it’s the last of the still-existing Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

The Great Sphinx:

Another pearl of the Giza Plateau is the impressive Sphinx. It's one of the largest and best known carved sculptures in history. It features the body of a lion with a human head to represent for wisdom and intensity of the pharaoh.

The Sphinx is believed to be devoted to King Chephren (2558-2532 BC) and it had been carved out of a single block of limestone.

The Valley Temple:

It's one of the Giza Plateau's treasures which was used to purify the mummy of Pharaoh Khafre. It features impressive statues of the pharaoh and the Goddess Hathor.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant then you head to visit:

Saqqara Step Pyramid:

The Step Pyramid was established in 2700 BC during the reign of the third dynasty to carry the tomb of King Djoser (2721-2780 BC). The pyramid is located in Saqqara area and it’s called the “Step Pyramid” due to its six mastabas, which feature the construction.

Then, you will check into a 5-star hotel to spend the night in Cairo

Meals: Lunch

Breakfast at the hotel, then you will meet your personal tour guide to continue your 2 Days Cairo Tour from Alexandria Port.

The Egyptian Museum:

The Egyptian Museum is a once-in-a-lifetime monument that holds a wide selection of priceless objects and everlasting artifacts, such as the priceless collection of Tutankhamun. The Cairo Museum is the owner of the largest collection of Egyptian antiquities on earth, dating back to 1902.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, then you head to visit:

Saladin Citadel:

The citadel, one of Cairo's most impressive legacies, is a medieval Islamic fortress with a strategic position, playing a defensive role for the cities of Cairo and Al Fustat.

Established in 1176, it protected Cairo against the Crusaders and was later used as the ruling headquarters during the Ayyubids, Mamluk, and Ottoman ruling periods.

Mohammed Ali Mosque:

This beautiful mosque, also known as the Alabaster Mosque, was built by the Ottoman ruler Mohammed Ali Pasha in the 19th century and is a masterpiece of Islamic architecture.

Its domes, minarets, and beautiful interior make it one of the most impressive landmarks of Cairo, and its hilltop location offers breathtaking views of the city below.

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization:

Inaugurated in 2017 and fully refurbished in 2020, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) showcases an exquisite array of artifacts and relics, including several royal mummies. It encapsulates the rich tapestry of ancient Egyptian history and culture in its vast collection.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar:

Wrap up your Cairo Tours From Alexandria Port in 2 days with leisure time to shop and explore the vibrant streets of Khan El Khalili, a historic bazaar renowned for its narrow alleys and diverse shops offering souvenirs, spices, and gold.

Afterwards, we will transport you back to Alexandria Port by A/C vehicle.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch