4 Days Itinerary Cairo and Alexandria

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Are you looking For a 4-day Itinerary for Cairo and Alexandria? we can help you with an amazing 4 days itinerary in Cairo and Alexandria to visit the highlights of Egypt like the Egyptian Museum  the Pyramids of Giza The Sphinx ,Qitbay Citadel,Alexandria Library,Pompey Pillar and Catacombs

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Day 1- Arrival in Cairo

Marsa Alam tours representative will meet & assist you at  Cairo  International Airport, Transfer to your hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle. 

Day 2- visit Pyramids and Egyptian Museum

after breakfast you will be visit the Pyramids of giza 

(also known as the Pyramid of Khufu or the Pyramid of  Cheops  ) is the oldest and largest of the pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex. It is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one to remain largely intact.
The great pyramid was built as a tomb for the Fourth Dynasty Egyptian pharaoh Khufu and estimate that it was built in the 26th century BC during a period of around 27 years.
Initially standing at 146.5 meters (481 feet), the Great Pyramid was the tallest man-made structure in the world for more than 3,800 years. Throughout history, the majority of the smooth white limestone casing was removed, which lowered the pyramid's height to the present 138.5 meters. What is seen today is the underlying core structure. The base was measured to be about 230.3 meters (755.6 ft) square, giving a volume of roughly 2.6 million cubic meters (92 million cubic feet), which includes an internal hillock
If you wish to visit the burial chamber of King  Cheops. You can ask the tour guide to buy it for you it costs 400 l. E per person( 25 $ per person)
Then we will visit the Pyramid of Chephren or Khafre. This r is the second-tallest and second-largest of the 3 Ancient Egyptian  Pyramids of Giza  and the tomb of the Fourth-Dynasty pharaoh Khafre (Chefren), who ruled c. 2558−2532 BC

If you wish to visit the burial chamber of King Chephren. You can ask the tour guide to buy it for you it costs 100 l. E per person( 7 $ per person)
Then we will the Pyramid of Mykerinus.

Enjoy a Panoramic View of the 3  Pyramids of Giza
We go head to visit  the Valley Temple  of king Chephren. While doing that you can have a closer look at the Great Sphinx - the legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren. Enjoy a camel ride by the  Pyramids of Giza  in the desert
Then visit the Egyptian Museum
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Tahir
It exhibits a rare collection of over 250,000 genuine artifacts that date as far back as 5000 years, including an exclusive exhibit dedicated to the Tutankhamen - A collection of treasures, gold, and jewelry that were buried in his tomb for over 3,500 years before they were discovered in 1920 when his tomb was excavated.
If you wish to visit the mummies royal hall. You need to ask the tour guide to take the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and you pay for this. It will cost 30 $ Extra per person 
at the end you will go back to your hotel for overnight 
Meals(Breakfast - Lunch
Day 3- tour to Alexandria 

After breakfast you will transfer to Alexandria to start your trip in Alexandria with visitng 

The Catacombs Kom el Shoqafa
Archaeologists believe that the catacomb of Kom el Shoqafa was started in the 2nd century A.D. and was used to intern the dead for the next 200 years. this was a period in the history of the city of Alexandria when there was a great mixture of different cultures. Of course, there was the ancient history of the great Egyptian kingdoms which went back thousands of years

Pompey Pillar

Has nothing to do with Pompey.The story behind the name refers to the possible burial ground of the Roman general when he fled to Egypt and was assassinated after losing a major battle in Greece against Caesar. The red granite column was probably built to honour Emperor Diocletian. Today it stands 25 meters high and is the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria

The Citadel of Sultan Qeitbay

The Citadel was built in the 15th Century by the Mamlouk Sultan Qeitbay, To Guard the city against the threat of Crusaders, This wonderful Islamic Monument was built by the use of the ruins of the old Lighthouse that was constructed by Ptolemy 11 in 3rd Century A.c. The Lighthouse was damaged during an Earthquake that Occurred in Egypt in 1303 A.c during the reign of the Mamlouk King Qeitbay

lunch in Alexandria

Lunch in Alexandria in Egyptian Restaurant
the new Library of Alexandria
The Library of Alexandria was reborn in October 2002 to reclaim the mantle of its ancient namesake. It is not just an extraordinarily beautiful building; it is also a vast complex where the arts, history, philosophy, and science come together. Moreover, the myriad activities it offers have made it a place for open discussion, dialogue, and understanding.
Back to Cairo  from Alexandria to spend overnight at a hotel 
Meals(Breakfast- Lunch)

Day 4- old cairo and departure 
Marsaalamtours representative will pick you up from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza.
Enjoy a comfortable journey in an air-conditioned vehicle as you discover some of the world-famous landmarks of Cairo.  visit the famous Citadel of Saladin, also known as the Citadel of Cairo. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has a storied history dating back nearly 850 years. Built by the Sultan of Egypt, Salah Al-Din on the Mokattam Hills, enjoy beautiful views of the city as you learn about the Citadel's fascinating history.
Then, explore one of the oldest markets in the Arab world, Khan El-Khalili Bazaar. This beautiful 14th-century market still retains traces of its former glory. Walk through the old lanes of the bazaar where you can browse for antiques or handicrafts from the shops. Then, visit a local restaurant to enjoy a traditional Cairo lunch.
then transfer to Cairo airport for an international flight 

Höhepunkte

  • The Pyramids of Giza
  • The Sphinx 
  • The Egyptian Museum
  • The treasures of Tutankhamen
  • Visit the new Library of Alexandria
  • The Catacombs Kom el Shoqafa
  • The Citadel of Sultan Qeitbay
  • Pompey Pillar
  • old cairo 

Inclusions:

  • Meet & assist at Cairo International Airport upon arrival and departure.
  • Accommodation in Cairo 3 nights hotel on bed & breakfast basis.
  • All sightseeing tours in Cairo & Alexandria.
  • Entrance fees to all sites as indicated in the itinerary.
  • Expert tour guide.
  • All transfers by an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • All service charges & taxes.

Not Included

  • International Airfare.

  • Entry visa to Egypt.
  • Any optional tours.
  • Personal Spending.
  • Tipping
  • Egyptian Museum

Route

  1. Cairo
  2. Alexandria
  3. Cairo