4-day 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 tovisit the highlights of Egypt like the Egyptian Museum & the national museum of Civilization, the Pyramids of Giza ,The Sphinx ,Sakkara,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 the 5 star hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle. 

Dinner Cruise:

in the evening you will be transferd to Andera Memphis for dinner cruise  for two hours sailing trip on the Nile with belly dancer, folklore show, Oriental music and dinner. All the time, you'll be delighted in our Chef's menu along with a selection of Egyptian favorites, made with the freshest ingredients, and prepared to make it a memorable dining experience.

Overnight:

After that you will transfer back to your hotel for overnight
Meals (dinner)

Day 2- visit Pyramids and Egyptian Museum:

Marsa Alam Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza to start a journey to Giza pyramids and Egyptian Museum (Places where you will never forget )

here you will start your day by visiting one of the seven wonders the Great Pyramid of King Cheops as well as the pyramids of King Khafra and King Mycrinus. On this Trip you will see Giza pyramids which were built as tombs of the pharaohs, these pyramids have stood over the years not only as monumental structures but also as a symbol of power 

Do you think that the greatness has stopped when you see the sphinx your answer will be No as you will see a rock sculpture with a head of a pharaoh and the body of a lion, and then you will have a Trip to see Khafraa's valley of the temple 

After witnessing the greatness of the pyramids you will be hungry.So let's take a break for a delicious Egyptian lunch where you will lose your mind because of the most tasty food you will eat 

Tired?! Not now as it is the time of the fabulous Egyptian museum that contains many important pieces of ancient Egyptian history. It houses the world's largest collection of pharaonic antiquated 

Then you will move on to the Egyptian Museum which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented.


If you wish to visit the mummy's royal hall, where you will have the feeling of strolling down the   Valley of the Kings  where most of these mummies were originally resting then ask your Tripguide to take you to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. It will cost 50 $ Extra per person.

Optional Tour to the grand Egyptian museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum   (GEM) is currently in its trial opening phase, which began in October 2024. Visitors can explore several key sections, including the Great Hall, the Grand Staircase, and 12 main galleries showcasing artifacts from various periods of Egyptian history. However, some sections, such as the   Tutankhamun   galleries, remain closed and will be accessible upon the museum's full official opening, which is expected at a later date​​​​​​.

Tickets for the trial phase are available, with pricing varying for Egyptians and foreign visitors. The museum operates daily, with extended hours on weekends. It's advisable to plan for a half-day visit to fully enjoy the open areas

kindly note that this tour is suitable for families with small children and teenagers

Overnight in the Hotel Cairo  

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 hotel 
 

Day 4- the end of the itienrary:

After breakfast you will tranfser to Cairo Airport to final departure

Meals:Breakfast
 

 

 

 

 

 

Highlights

  • 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

Inclusions:

  • Meet & assist at Cairo International Airport upon arrival and departure.
  • Accommodation in Cairo 3 nights hotel on bed & breakfast basis.
  • Dinner cruise on Andera Memphis
  • 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