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Discover the Wonders of Cairo: A 5-Day Adventure

Maryam Aal Ali

Maryam Aal Ali

16 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant city of Cairo, Egypt. Explore ancient wonders, immerse yourself in rich history, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.

Trip to Cairo

Day 1
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$160

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$ 4

Fairmont Nile City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

48 - 58 min

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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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$50
31 - 38 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
16 - 20 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
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.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$20
13 - 16 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 2
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$116

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$ 4

Fairmont Nile City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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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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$12
17 - 21 min

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Pharaonic Village
Living museum of Egyptian history, with replicas of an ancient village & the tomb of Tutankhamen.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$38
25 - 30 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
11 - 14 min

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Khan el-Khalili
Large souk in the bazaar district selling souvenirs & crafts plus jewelry, clothing & spices.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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مطعم الشرقاوى
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
Day 3
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$93

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$ 3

Fairmont Nile City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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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
24 - 29 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
13 - 16 min

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Orman Garden
Sprawling garden park with rose patches, a herbarium & plants such as cacti & papyrus.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$38
Day 4
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$85

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$ 4

Fairmont Nile City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Baron Empain Palace
Stately & abandoned Indian Hindu temple featuring a carved wooden spiral staircase & gardens.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
18 - 22 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
23 - 28 min

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فسخاني البطل
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
14 - 17 min

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Abdeen Palace Museum
Ornate former palace with 500 rooms, home to museums containing silver, weapons & royal artifacts.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$13
15 - 18 min

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مطعم الشرقاوى
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
Day 5
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$70

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$ 3

Fairmont Nile City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Al-Azhar Park
Manicured gardens & lawns with fountains, cafes, restaurants & an open-air theater, plus city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$4
22 - 27 min

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The International Park
Plants & replica buildings from across the world displayed in gardens with a small zoo & food court.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$32
13 - 20 min

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Merryland Park
Urban green space with shade trees & walking paths, plus play structures, fountains & grassy lawns.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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الحوت
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34

Budget breakdown: $538 In total

Activities & Food:$524
Transport:$15