Islamic Cairo & Alexandria
Overview
Explore the rich Islamic heritage and ancient wonders of Cairo and Alexandria through a journey filled with history, culture, and iconic landmarks. The program includes visits to the Pyramids of Giza, historic mosques, museums, traditional bazaars, and the famous Bibliotheca Alexandrina, alongside the ancient attractions of Alexandria. Guests will enjoy a memorable cultural experience combining Egypt’s Pharaonic, Islamic, and Greco-Roman heritage with leisure opportunities and authentic local cuisine.
Highlights of this trip
- Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx
- The Egyptian Museum
- Sultan Hassan Mosque
- Al Rifai Mosque
- Ibn Toulon Mosque
- Gayer-Anderson Museum
- Salah El Din Citadel
- Mohamed Ali Mosque
- El Moez Street
- El Aqmar Mosque
- El Hakem Mosque
- Barqouq Mosque
- Bab Zuweila
- Qalawun complex
- Beit el Suheimi
- Amr Ibn El-As mosque
- The Islamic Museum
- Citadel of Qaitbay
- Abu Al Abbas Al Mursi Mosque
- The Bibliotheca of Alexandria
- National Museum
- Catacombs
- Roman Theatre
- Pompay’s Pillar
Itinerary
Day 1
Cairo
- Arrival at Cairo International Airport, meeting and assistance by our qualified representative. - Transfer by deluxe coach to your hotel for check-in. - Evening free at leisure. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 2
Cairo
- Breakfast at hotel. - Proceed to a full day visit of the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum including lunch at local restaurant. - Return to hotel after the tour. - Evening free at leisure or Optional Tour to the Sound & Light show at the Pyramids of Giza. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 3
Cairo
- Breakfast at hotel. - Proceed to a full day visit of Sultan Hassan Mosque, Al Rifai Mosque, Ibn Toulon Mosque and the Gayer-Anderson Museum, including lunch at local restaurant. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 4
Cairo
- Breakfast at hotel. - Visits of Salah El Din Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque and El Moez street including El Aqmar Mosque, El Hakem Mosque, Barqouq Mosque, Bab Zuweila, Qalawun complex and Beit el Suheimi followed by lunch at local restaurant in Khan Khalili bazaars area. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 5
Cairo
- Breakfast at hotel. - Proceed to the visit of Amr Ibn El-As mosque and the Islamic Museum followed by lunch at El Azhar Park. - In the evening, Optional Tour to enjoy dinner on board of a floating restaurant for two hours sailing on the Nile including folkloric show. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 6
Cairo / Alexandria
- Breakfast at hotel and check-out. - Depart to Alexandria by deluxe coach (220 Km. approx. 3.5 hours). - Upon arrival, view of the Citadel of Qaitbay, visit Abu Al Abbas Al Mursi Mosque and the Bibliotheca of Alexandria followed by lunch at local restaurant. - Check-in at hotel after the tour. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 7
Alexandria / Cairo
- Breakfast at hotel and check-out. - Proceed to the visit of the National Museum, Catacombs, Roman Theatre and Pompay’s Pillar including lunch at local restaurant. - Transfer back to Cairo after the tour. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 8
Cairo / Final Departure
- Breakfast at hotel. - Check-out and transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure.
What's Included
Included
- 06 nights accommodation at hotel in Cairo on bed and breakfast basis.
- 01 night accommodation at hotel in Alexandria on bed and breakfast basis.
- Private sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary including transportation by deluxe coach, entrance fees and qualified local English-speaking guide.
- 04 lunches at local restaurant in Cairo.
- 02 lunches at local restaurant in Alexandria.
- All ground transportation by deluxe coach as per itinerary.
- Meeting and assistance by our qualified representative at airports and hotels.
- Assistance by our qualified representatives throughout the program.
Not Included
- Egypt’s entry Visa.
- Beverage during meals.
- Personal expenses.
- Any expenses not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tipping.