CAIRO AND ALEXANDRIA TOUR: EGYPT TOUR5 days/4 nightsFrom $526 (double occupancy)
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This is an incredible journey designed to offer you the best of Cairo and Alexandria. Begin your Cairo and Alexandira Egypt Tour with a visit to see King Tut's treasure's at the Egyptian Museum. Continue on to visit the Cheops' Pyramid--one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World--and the Sphinx. In Old Cairo visits to ancient synagogue's, churches and mosques dating back to the 1183 AD. In Alexandria you will get a chance to visit the Roman Amphitheater; Pompey's Pillar and the Catacombs.
Cairo & Alexandria Tour: Itinerary
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Day 1 Cairo Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport you will be met, assisted through Immigration & Customs, then escorted to your selected hotel. |
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 Cairo |
Day 2 Cairo Today's sightseeing takes you to the fabulous Egyptian Museum. Regarded as one of the most prominent in the world, it offers visitors remarkable insights into Egypt's ancient history dating back 5000 years. The priceless antiquities include King Tutankhamon's Treasures -- a spectacle beyond belief! After lunch we visit Cheops' Pyramid--one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World--and the Sphinx, the great god-lion sentinel, built over 35 centuries ago. The towering pyramid stands majestically on a desert plateau with two slightly smaller pyramids (one built by Cheop's son Kephren and the other by Mycerinus) erected to preserve their bodies and treasures for the afterlife. East of Cheops Pyramid is the Solar Boat Museum housing the spectacular funerary boats placed at the King's disposal for his journey of Day and Night in the afterlife with the Sun God Ra. Your sightseeing also includes the bazaars featuring a variety of items and bargains galore! (BL) |
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Ben Ezra Synagogue |
Day 3 Cairo Drive through Old Cairo to visit the ancient Ben Ezra Synagogue; Al Moallaka Church, better known as the "Hanging Church", and the Abu Sergah Church dating back to the beginning of the 5th Century. Then proceed to the Citadel of Salah El Din. Built in 1183 AD, it houses many important monuments, including the great Mohammed Ali Mosque, constructed in 1830 AD. (BL) |
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Alexandria |
Day 4 Cairo/Alexandria/Cairo Early morning we drive north to Alexandria to visit the National Museum OR Graeco-Roman Museum; the Roman Amphitheater; Pompey’s Pillar and the Catacombs. After lunch we visit Alexandria Library before heading back to Cairo. (BL) |
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Day 5 Cairo Transfer to Airport. Fly back home or take one of our extensions. (B) |
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 (B)- Breakfast (L)- Lunch (D)- Dinner |
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Note: All itineraries are subject to change |
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* No Minimum of passengers is required for regular tour service.
All Tours are subject to availability and should be confirmed within 72 business hours.
Cairo and Alexandria Tour: Highlights
5 days/4 nights
From $526 (double occupancy
- See one of the 7 wonders of the world: The Cheop's Pyramid and Sphinx, dating back 35 centuries!
- Visit the Egyptian Museum to see such priceless antiquities as King Tutankhamon's treasures!
- Wander through the active and dynamic bazaars filled with Egyptian crafts, spices, and unique jewelry; not to mention the bargains galore!
- Explore Old Cairo with special attention paid to the religious structures of the Ben Ezra Synagogue, Al Moallaka and Abu Sergah Church, and the Citadel of Salah El Din and Mohamed Ali Mosque. See the diverse way these ancient structures play a role in modern day Cairo.
- Includes: Airport transfers; Accommodations; Meals as indicated BLD; Guided sightseeing & entrance fees as per itinerary.
Price Includes:
- Airport transfers
- Accommodations
- Meals as indicated BLD
- Guided sightseeing & entrance fees as per itinerary.
Not included services in our tour rates:
- Tips to guide/driver and Hotel staff
- Items of a personal nature (laundry, souvenirs, film/toiletries)
- Travel Insurance (Strongly Recommended)
- Stay connected with a Cell Phone for your trip to Egypt!
Additional Information:
- Touring in Cairo is based on shared seat in a van. Private touring available on request.
- Cruise Shore excursions, shared with other English Speaking passengers onboard. Private guide available on request
- Shore excursions are at the discretion of the cruise line. Description provided may be altered or changed. Refer to the Ship lobby bulletin Board for the final daily cruise itinerary schedule.
- Egyptair is the only major airline within Egypt. Their internal flights are generally very early morning and late evening. Be prepared for flight cancellation; delay; change of schedule; overbooking condition; too many or too little flights. therefore, your cooperation and understanding are very much appreciated.
- Beyond our Control: During certain times of the year, hotels and cruise ships may overbook. If so, we reserve the right to substitute accommodations within the same or higher category. We also reserve the right to change the sequence of the itinerary and internal flight schedule should local conditions necessitate. Onsite passenger(s) will be attended to at all times.
Note: No credit/refund for any unused services.
Cairo and Alexandria Tour: Dates
LO SEASON |
May 1 – September 30, 2010 (Tour ENDS October 3, 2010) | ||||||
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HI SEASON |
September 26, 2009 to April 30, 2010 except holidays (Tour ENDS May 2nd, 2010) | ||||||
HOLIDAYS & PREMIUM |
December 19, 2009 to January 3, 2010 – March 27 – April 9, 2010. | ||||||
HI SEASON - Estimated Cost Increase 5%-15% unless otherwise specified. |
October 1, 2010 to April 30, 2011 except holidays (Tour ENDS Sunday May 1st, 2011) | ||||||
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