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8 Days in Cairo: A Journey Through Ancient Wonders

Simone Farag (Simo)

Simone Farag (Simo)

20 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the historic city of Cairo. Explore magnificent mosques, ancient pyramids, and fascinating museums on this 8-day itinerary.

Trip to Cairo

Day 1
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$19

Mosque of Ibn Tulun
Sprawling 9th-century mosque featuring a spiral minaret & a courtyard lined with stucco arcades.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
11 - 16 min

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Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Vast mosque & educational institution with unique architectural features & opulent interiors.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$11
Day 2
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$75

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$ 1

Giza Plateau
Iconic, ancient 4,500-year-old plateau featuring the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx & other sites.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$75
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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$18

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$ 1

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
Extensive collection of Egyptian artifacts covering 5,000 years, including Tutankhamun's treasures.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$18
11 - 14 min

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قاعة الزمالك للفن
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$19

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$ 1

Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Grand, 19th-century mosque in Cairo's iconic Citadel, lavishly decorated with Islamic motifs.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$19
9 - 11 min

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Bab Zuweila
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 1

Bab al-Futuh
Landmark city gate built in 1087, with 2 round towers & elaborately carved geometric motifs.
8:00 AM - 10:00 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$30

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$ 1

Al-Aqmar Mosque
Grand city mosque, built in the 12th century, with ornate carvings & inscriptions, plus courtyards.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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قلعة صلاح الدين الأيوبي
Imposing fortress & wall built by Saladin in the 12th century as protection against the Crusaders.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$30
Day 7
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$0

Saints Sergius and Wachus Church
4th-century church believed to be built on the spot where Joseph, Mary & baby Jesus once rested.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Fortress of Babylon
Remains of a centuries-old fortified complex, now housing several Coptic Orthodox churches.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 8
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$38

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$ 1

Pyramid of Djoser
The world's 1st large-scale cut stone structure, forming the centerpiece of a huge mortuary complex.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
62 - 75 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $203 In total

Activities & Food:$198
Transport:$5