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Exploring the Wonders of Cairo: A 5-Day Adventure

Tobias

Tobias

26 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the captivating city of Cairo, Egypt. Discover ancient mosques, majestic palaces, scenic parks, and iconic landmarks that will leave you in awe.

Trip to Cairo

Day 1
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$13

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$ 2

Al-Hakim Mosque
Landmark 10th-century mosque with a grand entrance, large inner courtyard with arcades & 2 minarets.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Panorama October
Huge 3D diorama of a 1970s conflict, set in a cylindrical building with military vehicles outside.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Baron Empain Palace
Stately & abandoned Indian Hindu temple featuring a carved wooden spiral staircase & gardens.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$13
15 - 18 min

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The International Park
Plants & replica buildings from across the world displayed in gardens with a small zoo & food court.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$4

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$ 1

Merryland Park
Urban green space with shade trees & walking paths, plus play structures, fountains & grassy lawns.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Khan el-Khalili
Large souk in the bazaar district selling souvenirs & crafts plus jewelry, clothing & spices.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Al-Azhar Mosque
Cairo's first mosque, commissioned in 970 to develop into a major center for Islamic learning.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
20 - 29 min

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Al-Azhar Park
Manicured gardens & lawns with fountains, cafes, restaurants & an open-air theater, plus city views.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$4
Day 3
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$125

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$ 2

Abdeen Palace Museum
Ornate former palace with 500 rooms, home to museums containing silver, weapons & royal artifacts.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
7 - 9 min

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The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
Extensive collection of Egyptian artifacts covering 5,000 years, including Tutankhamun's treasures.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$12
9 - 11 min

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Prince Mohamed Ali Palace (Al Manial Palace)
Ornately decorated palace with a clocktower built between 1900 & 1929 in a mix of Islamic styles.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$10
5 - 6 min

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Giza Zoo
Zoo specializing in African wildlife, with grottoes, a bridge by Eiffel & a natural history museum.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$90
Day 4
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$25

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$ 2

6 October Bridge
Busy, elevated pedestrian & road bridge opened in 1996, crossing the Nile in 2 places.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
43 - 64 min

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Cairo Tower
Tower inspired by lotus flowers, made up of 8 million mosaic lozenges, with a revolving restaurant.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
10 - 12 min

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Orman Garden
Sprawling garden park with rose patches, a herbarium & plants such as cacti & papyrus.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Maadi Island
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$78

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$ 2

قلعة صلاح الدين الأيوبي
Imposing fortress & wall built by Saladin in the 12th century as protection against the Crusaders.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
16 - 20 min

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The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
Sculpture, pottery & metalware charting millennia of Egyptian civilization, plus a hall of mummies.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$20
9 - 11 min

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Amr ibn Al-A'as Mosque
Airy landmark mosque featuring multiple minarets, a roomy inner courtyard & engraved marble.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Pharaonic Village
Living museum of Egyptian history, with replicas of an ancient village & the tomb of Tutankhamen.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$38

Budget breakdown: $250 In total

Activities & Food:$244
Transport:$7