Cairo Airport to Pyramids & Citadel Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza
- Marvel at the Sphinx's ancient grandeur
- Visit the historic Citadel of Saladin
- Wander through the vibrant streets of Old Cairo
- Experience the rich history of Coptic Cairo
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation from Cairo Airport
- Guided tours of the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Citadel, and Old Cairo
- All entrance fees and taxes
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Starts with Pickup from your hotel in Cairo by our tour guide then you will be transferred to Giza City by Private A/C Vehicle to Start your day Tour Visiting Giza Pyramids where you see the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos. Cheops is the most colossal ever built. Next is the Valley Temple where the dead body was mummified it`s also the same place where you can get a close-up look at the Sphinx - a huge funeral complex guarded by the legendary lion body with the face of king Chephren. The pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx are among the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and indeed already were even in Roman times. Each of these spectacular structures served as the final resting place of a king of the 4th Dynasty (c.2613–2494 BC). The Great Pyramid of Giza was built for king Khufu (c.2589–2566 BC), and the other two for Khafre and Menkaure, his son and grandson.
then The Sphinx - The legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren.
The only completely preserved portrait of the king is a three-inch high ivory figurine found in a temple ruin of a later period at Abydos in 1903. All other reliefs and statues were found in fragments, and many buildings of Khufu are lost. Everything known about Khufu comes from inscriptions in his necropolis at Giza and later documents. For example, Khufu is the main character noted in the Westcar Papyrus from the 13th dynasty.
Khafre's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple and the king's pyramid. The valley temple yielded several statues of Khafre. Several were found in a well in the floor of the temple by Mariette in 1860. Others were found during successive excavations by Sieglin (1909–10), Junker, Reisner,
Menkaure's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king's pyramid. The valley temple once contained several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added on to the valley temple. The mortuary temple also yielded several statues of Menkaure.
Then visiting the Old Cairo that known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is Among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still; though their stay was brief, for the Governor of what was then Fustat enraged by the tumbling down of idols at Jesus' approach sought to kill the Child. But they took shelter from his wrath in a cave above which, in later years, the Church of Abu Serga (St Sergious) was built. This and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon is a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion pervades the whole district there. Also There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old Jewish synagogue - Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Then visit The Citadel Of Saladin where you visit Mohamed Ali Mosque that knows as The Alabaster Mosque
End your day tour by a visit to Khan El Khalili Bazaars. Shops in this district are legendary for fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques etc. At the end of the day, we will transfer you back to your hotel.
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Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is wheelchair accessible; please inform us in advance if assistance is required.
- Service animals are allowed; please notify us ahead of time.
- The tour is suitable for all ages; however, some areas may require moderate walking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and attire suitable for the weather.
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Entry fees includes basic area only
- Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
Traveler reviews
Unfortunate
My flight was to land at 5:30 AM at Cairo. Unfortuately, post booking, the details/ information was so so limited regarding the entire procedure of when to meet, where to meet, who to meet that we had just no clue of what to do and where to go. Unfortunately again, our flight got delayed. We landed at 7:30 AM and had just no clue to where to find, needless to say that we did not even expect some tour to start at 5:30 AM in the morning. Timing of the tour not mentioned, details so so very limited. Complete money gone in drain. We had to book another expensive tour from the Airport. I wish I could get some refund back considering this entire unfortunate event.
First Time in Egypt with Ehab
Ehab was wonderful! With his expertise, we got to see so much we wouldn’t have been able to get to on our own. Ehab was informative and his antidotes gave us a deeper insight into the places we visited. He brought the city to life for us! Wonderful day!
My plane was delayed but after I...
<p>My plane was delayed but after I arrived at Cairo, I had no trouble to find my guide , Mahmoud Sultan, holding my name waiting for me since 4:30 am. I was traveling solo by myself, little scared about this trip. But end of the day, I had to say I had enjoyed every moment of it. Had Egyptian breakfast and tea, rode camel in front of Giza pyramids, climbed inside of the great pyramid, enjoyed in private sail boat on River of Nile, etc. Mahmoud always made sure I satisfied with everything I did, and took lot of memorable pictures for me. The drive , Karim Medo, didn't speak English, but with his amazing driving skill made my journey safe and fun in crazy congested traffic Cairo. It was perfect trip to complete my dream destination .</p>