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10 Days in Cairo: Unveiling Ancient Wonders

Adrian Doß

Adrian Doß

8 Jan 2024

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through time as you explore the vibrant streets of Cairo. From majestic mosques to iconic pyramids, immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this captivating city. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

Trip to Cairo

Day 1Tea Salons, Hidden Treasures, and Divine Cuisine
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$52

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$ 1

صالون الشاي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
19 - 23 min

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Gayer-Anderson Museum
17th-century home turned museum showcasing Egyptian architecture, furnishings, costumes, art & more.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
3 - 4 min

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Mosque of Ibn Tulun
Sprawling 9th-century mosque featuring a spiral minaret & a courtyard lined with stucco arcades.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$5
10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 2Fishing Delights, Majestic Pyramids, and Riverside Bliss
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$82

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$ 2

الصياد
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
11 - 14 min

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Giza Plateau
Iconic, ancient 4,500-year-old plateau featuring the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx & other sites.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
38 - 46 min

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Qasr El Nil Bridge
Road bridge across the Nile River, known for its 19th-century bronze lion statues & evening strolls.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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مهراني
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 3Moroccan Charms, Pharaonic Marvels, and Culinary Delights
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$73

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$ 3

الرواق المغربي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
14 - 17 min

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The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
Extensive collection of Egyptian artifacts covering 5,000 years, including Tutankhamun's treasures.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$12
17 - 21 min

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Saints Sergius and Wachus Church
4th-century church believed to be built on the spot where Joseph, Mary & baby Jesus once rested.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
46 - 56 min

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Pyramid of Djoser
The world's 1st large-scale cut stone structure, forming the centerpiece of a huge mortuary complex.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$25
30 - 36 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 4Seafood Extravaganza, Sacred Sites, and Royal Splendor
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$42

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
21 - 26 min

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The Hanging Church
Coptic Orthodox church with a wooden roof in the shape of Noah's ark, a 5th-century pulpit & icons.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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قصر الأمير طاز
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 5Charcoal Grills, Architectural Wonders, and Citadel Exploration
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$70

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
21 - 26 min

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Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Vast mosque & educational institution with unique architectural features & opulent interiors.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8
4 - 5 min

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Al-Rifa'i Mosque
Islamic place of worship with a high ceiling, 44 pillars & tombs of Egyptian royals & Iran's Shah.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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قلعة صلاح الدين الأيوبي
Imposing fortress & wall built by Saladin in the 12th century as protection against the Crusaders.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$20
12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 6Tea Salons, Historical Mansions, and Spiritual Journeys
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$32

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$ 2

صالون الشاي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
23 - 28 min

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بيت السحيمي
Restored mansions with elaborate marble interiors & wooden balconies, set around a courtyard.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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St. Mark Coptic cathedral
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 7Tea Salons, Ancient Gates, and Architectural Gems
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$32

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$ 2

صالون الشاي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
23 - 28 min

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Bab El Nasr
Fortified gate to Cairo’s Old City, also known as the Gate of Victory, constructed in 1087.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Mosque of Sultan al-Muayyad Shaykh
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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موال
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 8Tea Salons, Palatial Marvels, and Cultural Encounters
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$32

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$ 1

صالون الشاي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
24 - 29 min

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Beshtak Palace
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Wekalet El Ghoury
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Bab Zuweila
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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موال
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 9Tea Salons, Islamic Heritage, and Grilled Delicacies
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$30

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$ 2

صالون الشاي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
22 - 27 min

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Bab al-Futuh
Landmark city gate built in 1087, with 2 round towers & elaborately carved geometric motifs.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Al-Azhar Mosque
Cairo's first mosque, commissioned in 970 to develop into a major center for Islamic learning.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 10Tea Salons, Hidden Mosques, and Iconic Landmarks
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$51

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$ 2

صالون الشاي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
23 - 28 min

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Al-Aqmar Mosque
Grand city mosque, built in the 12th century, with ornate carvings & inscriptions, plus courtyards.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Al-Nasser Mohammed Ibn Kalawoun
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Grand, 19th-century mosque in Cairo's iconic Citadel, lavishly decorated with Islamic motifs.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$13
12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24

Budget breakdown: $505 In total

Activities & Food:$495
Transport:$10