Two
Days Shore Excursions From Alexandria Port To Cairo
Embarking on a two-day
shore excursion from Alexandria Port to Cairo offers travelers an in-depth
exploration of Egypt's rich history and vibrant culture. This extended
adventure allows for a more leisurely pace, enabling visitors to fully
appreciate the iconic sights and experiences that Cairo has to offer. The
journey begins with a scenic drive, showcasing the beautiful landscapes of the
Egyptian countryside.
Day One: The Pyramids and Egyptian Museum
On the first day, guests typically visit the renowned Giza
Plateau, where they can marvel at the Great Pyramids and the enigmatic Sphinx.
Knowledgeable guides provide fascinating insights into the construction and
significance of these ancient marvels. After exploring Giza, the tour often
continues to the Egyptian Museum, home to a vast collection of artifacts,
including the treasures of Tutankhamun. As the day concludes, visitors can
enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner before settling in for the night at a
comfortable hotel.
Day Two: Islamic Cairo and Cultural Insights
The second day immerses travelers in the vibrant life of
Cairo. The itinerary usually includes visits to historical Islamic sites such
as the Citadel of Saladin and the stunning Mosque of Muhammad Ali. Guests also
have the opportunity to explore the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar, where they
can shop for unique souvenirs and experience local culture firsthand. After a
day filled with exploration and discovery, the excursion wraps up with a scenic
drive back to Alexandria Port, leaving travelers with lasting memories of their
Egyptian adventure
Day Trips To Cairo Giza Pyramids From Alexandria Port
Day 01: Travel to Cairo from Alexandria - Pyramids Tour
World Tour Advice Representative
will wait for you in Alexandria port by the cruise excit door, holding in hand
a sign with your name,
Direct transfer to Cairo by an air-conditioned private modern van to Cairo,
Distance between Cairo & Alexandria is 280 Km,
take about 3 hours. Accompanied by your tour guide Start the first day tour by
a visit to Giza Pyramids belonging to Cheops,
Chephren & Mykerinus. proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, who was for
centuries the guardian of pyramids, his name in arabic
is Abu El Hol means father of terror. continue pyramids tour to visit to the
Valley Temple which is very close to the sphinx &
belongs Chephren the owner of the second pyramid. Proceed to visit the Step
Pyramid in Sakkara, the world oldest major
stone structure & the first pyramid ever built, visit Mastaba & Heb sed
festival buildings. The house of south, Imhotep museum,
Shopping , Lunch, Overnight in Cairo.
Day 02: Cairo city tour Egyptian Museum / Old Cairo /
Saladin Citadel
Enjoy your breakfast at hotel, meet your tour guide excursion to Old Cairo, the
complex of religions where you visit the Synagogue
which was built in the same site where Prophet Moses was found in a basket in
Nile when he was a child, then the holy family
crypt in old churches where the Holy Family allegedly rested at the end of
their journey to Egypt, proceed tour to the hanging church
, then tour to Saladin fortress or the citadel which was built 800 years ago to
protect Egypt from the Crusaders, 200 years ago
Mohamed Ali built the white mosque there visit its mosque which is also known
as the Alabaster Mosque because of the extensive
use of this fine material.
Lunch will be served at good local restaurant , proceed the trip to Cairo
Egyptian Museum where are exihibited artifacts mainly from
Pharaonic period & some halls from Greek Roman period. The most famous part
in museum is Tut Ankh Amon treasures, Golden
mask, coffins, beds, military chariotts, shrines & jewelries which were
enclosed in his tomb valley of kings in Luxor for over 3,500
years before its discovery in the 1920s If your cruise will depart late&
there is enough time continue tour to Khan El Khalil market &
free time for shopping. End of the trip travel via air-conditioned modern van
back to Alexandria port to your Cruise for final departure.
Included
- Services of Pick up & drop off from your ship at Alexandria Port
- All the tours Transfers will be by private air-conditioned vehicles
- Entrance fees to Cairo attractions as per the tour itinerary
- Private Egyptologist expert tour guide throughout Cairo tour
- Our tours REP assistance in pick up
- Mineral water & soft drinks during Cairo tours
- Lunch meal during Cairo tour at a local restaurant
- Shopping tour in Cairo famous bazaars
- Accommodation for one night in Cairo at five stars hotel ( bed &
breakfast )
- All the tour Service charges & taxes
Excluded
- Optional tours such as going inside Pyramids, Solar boat, mummies room
- Any extras not mentioned in our tour itinerary ( Cairo from Alexandria )
- Beverages
- Tipping (Recommended )
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