6 Days Cairo and Alexandria Vacation




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6 Days Cairo and Alexandria Vacation
The 6-Day Cairo and Alexandria Budget Package offers an exciting exploration of Egypt's historic capitals. Beyond The Nile Tours ensures a professional Egyptologist guide, comfortable accommodations, and a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Guests will discover over 4,000 years of ancient history, with key landmarks along the Mediterranean coast, including the Catacombs, Qaitbay Citadel, and the Library of Alexandria.
Book this classical tour package and explore the wonders of ancient Egypt.
Tour Highlights:
Giza Attractions
- Giza Pyramids
- The Sphinx
- The Grand Egyptian Museum
- Saqqara Step Pyramid
- Memphis City
Cairo Attractions
- The Egyptian Museum
- Cairo Citadel
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- The National Museum
Cairo Attractions
- The Hanging Church
- Ibn Tulun Mosque
- Ben Ezra Synagogue
- Hassan & Al Rifai Mosques
Alexandria Attractions
- Qaitbay Citadel
- Pompey's Pillar
- The Catacombs
- Alexandria Library
Included/Excluded
- Accommodation at 5* hotel in Cairo for 5 Nights.
- All transfers in by a private A.C. Car.
- The service of meet and assist at all your destinations.
- Expert Egyptologist tour guides during all your tours.
- Lunch meal during your tours.
- All taxes and services.
- International Airfare.
- Egypt entry visa.
- Drinks and any personal expenses.
- Tipping.
- Entrance fees to all sites in the itinerary.
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrival Cairo.
We will arrange your pick up upon arrival at Cairo International Airport by a private A/C vehicle to our hotel in Cairo where you will check in and start your relaxation.
Day 2: Visit to the Giza Pyramids, The Grand Egyptian Museum.
After breakfast, you will meet your tour guide to take you to the most famous and sophisticated sights of Cairo and Giza.
The Giza Pyramids Complex
The Pyramids of Giza, which includes the Great Pyramid of Khufu, has been built to be the resting place of the pharaohs of the 4th dynasty and their queens since around 2600 BC.
The Great Pyramid
The Great Pyramid, built in 2570 BC, is a remarkable stone structure of 2 million tones. It was completed in just 15 years and is still considered one of the original Seven Wonders of the World. Well-preserved over centuries, it stands at 146.6 meters (481 feet) and is the heaviest object in the world, weighing about 6 million units. It features an impressive King’s Chamber.
The Great Sphinx
The Great Sphinx in Horus of the Horizon was created by Pharaoh Khafre between 2558 and 2532 BC. Modeled after a lion, the Sphinx symbolizes divinity and is a guardian of immortality. Its unique characteristics are highlighted by its connection to the Dream Stele of Thutmose IV.
The Valley Temple
The necropolis is the most famous of the Old Kingdom period, with 4th Dynasty burial complexes. It was used to prep for their journey into the hereafter and perform the mummification and opening of the mouth rituals.
The Grand Egyptian Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum was built to be the gateway to the innumerable treasures of ancient Egyptian origin, which were the result of 5000 years of bond bone and beautiful artistry. The presence of this great wonder led to experiencing high architectural constructions and unique examples.
After you finish your visits to Pyramids Giza and The Grand Egyptian Museum, we will arrange you to your hotel in Cairo.
Meal: breakfast and lunch
Day 3 : Day Trip To Alexandria, Landmarks Of Alexandria.
After breakfast, we will transfer you to Alexandria by A/C vehicle. You will visit:
The Catacomb of Kom el Shoqafa Mohamad's said Al Haldwani Mohamed said Al hallway, Alexandria 21599 Egypt The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa are the most significant Roman Cemetery, consisting of three levels cut in the rock. The site is an interesting mix of Pharaonic art displayed in the wall paintings and Roman influence seen in statues, tombs, etc.
Pompey's Pillar was a huge 30-meter column built between AD 298 and 302 on an artificial hill above the village of Rhakotis. It was made from Aswan red stone and retrieved from the Serapeum Temple.
Qaitbay Castle: This Mamluk fortress, located within the area, was built in 1480 by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qaitbay. It is the most impressive architectural landmark at Alex. Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbey built this soaring fortress to block the Ottomans from invading.
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the New Library of Alexandria, was the first human scientific achievement of the new century (2002), and it contains about 8 million books from various disciplines.
After your tour ends in Alexandria, we will transfer you to your hotel in Cairo.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 4: Cairo Historic Attractions
After breakfast, we will arrange you to visit:
Egyptian Museum (Cairo, Egypt)
After breakfast, you have a day at leisure. An optional tour to Cairo, known as the "City of Minarets," is available. Your tour guide will provide insights into the city's captivating sights.
The Egyptian Museum
The famous Egyptian Museum, which houses many rare and wonderful antiques from 5,000 years ago and was inherited from the 5th Dynasty, is all included within one center. It is a dynamic, lively part of Cairo, and the two-story building was erected in 1902. This edition emphasizes the true origins and culture of Egypt.
The Hanging Church
The hanging church is one of the most historically significant sites from the early Coptic era in the 5th century A.D. It is said to be the main reason it was 30 feet above the street level, near the southern wall of the Roman fortress of Babylon. The church is also rich in artistic treasures from the 7th to the 13th century.
the Amr ibn Al Aas Mosque.
The first mosque in Africa, the Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque, was constructed in 641 AD. Since its 7th-century origin, it has been reconstructed many times. It is still used as a mosque and is the epicenter of Egypt's historical architectural heritage. The mosque makes Egyptians proud; it has been reconstructed several times throughout history. Thus, it has become a living example of Islamic architectural development.
The Ben Ezra synagogues
are famous places to visit for tourists in Cairo.
Ben Ezra Synagogue: The eldest synagogue in the Holy Land, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, dates back to the 19th century. It was transformed from a church to a synagogue in 882 AD, and it became one of the most important Jewish meeting points in Egypt, enriched by ornaments and complicated geometry.
National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) houses 5000 years of ancient Egypt's historical and cultural heritage. The museum, inaugurated in 2020, is the first of its kind in Africa and the world. Now is an excellent time to experience ancient Egypt's glory.
El Muizz Street
Al Muizz Golden Street was established by Fatimid between 953 and 975 AD and further expanded in 1171 AD. It is a cultural center displaying stunning examples of Islamic art and architecture in its many house museums, cafes, and art galleries.
The Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Khan El Khalili is a disorderly commercial strip in the Middle East with the largest commercial center and roadside in the region. The road was constructed in 970 AD and still possesses all the facilities travelers need—multiple generations of magical cafes and shops. Exceptionally well-preserved Islamic architecture and street decorations give you the feeling of returning to your 1000—or 2000-year-old life.
After that, you can even stay in a Cairo hotel for the night to rest.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5 : Islamic Cairo Day Tour
The Salah El Din Citadel
Salah El Din Castle, one of the ancient architectural sites, Constructed in 1182, this fort symbolizes Egypt's power and importance in the Middle East. Located in Mokattam, the highest part of Cairo, it was originally constructed as a defensive fortress and a meeting place for rulers. Today, the citadel is renowned for its museums and galleries, which showcase valuable artifacts.
The Mosque of Muhammed Ali (Salah Ed-Din Mosque)
The Muhammad Ali Mosque, also known as the Alabaster Mosque, is renowned for its unique use of marble. Built between 1830 and 1848 to replicate Istanbul's Blue Mosque, it symbolizes freedom from Turkish colonial rule. The mosque combines Ottoman architecture with French Rococo style, making it particularly captivating. A notable feature is a brass clock by King Louis Philippe of France, which was gifted in 1845 in exchange for an obelisk at Concorde Plaza in Paris.
The Sultan Hassan Mosque
The Sultan Hassan Mosque built between 1356 A.D. and 1363 A.D. near the citadel of Cairo during the mamluk(epoch of Egypt) period, represents the period of Egypt's high luxury, where each mosaic was an engineering marvel that stood in just the right spot, i.e., the bend of the minaret. This mythical creature at the center of Old Cairo is a Mosque-Madrasa, both in spirit and body. Its size, as well as many of its architectural elements, make it so popular.
The Al Rifai Mosque
The Al-Rafai Mosque, constructed in modern times and mentioned in guidebooks from 1868 to 1912, is situated east of the Sultan Hassan Mosque. Its impressive architecture showcases a quadruple stand and incorporates various European styles. Later, it was converted into a mausoleum for the Muhammad Ali family.
The Ibn Tulun Mosque
The Ibn Tulun Mosque is one of Africa's oldest mosques in Cairo. Built between 868 and 884 AD on the Hill of Thanksgiving—considered the resting place of Noah's Ark—it showcases Egypt's rich architectural heritage with its stunning golden stucco and wood decorations.
After that, you will be taken back to your hotel in Cairo to stay overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hiking on day 6: back to Egypt.
After Breakfast at the Cairo hotel, you will check out and we will transfer you to Cairo international Airport.

