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10 Days in Cairo: Unveiling Ancient Wonders

Eric Elsaad - Lisgar MS (1569)

Eric Elsaad - Lisgar MS (1569)

5 Dec 2023

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through time and culture in Cairo, Egypt. Explore iconic landmarks, immerse in the rich history, and savor the delectable local cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Cairo

Day 1Mysteries of عالفحم and Royal Splendor at Baron Empain Palace
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$75

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
16 - 23 min

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Baron Empain Palace
Stately & abandoned Indian Hindu temple featuring a carved wooden spiral staircase & gardens.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
12 - 18 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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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$26
15 - 22 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 2Vibrant Bazaars, Majestic Palaces, and Mokattam's Enchanting Views
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$52

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$ 3

الرواق المغربي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
17 - 21 min

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Habib Pasha El-Sakakini Palace
Rococo-style, 19th-century mansion with lavish interior decor, marble statues & a rooftop cupola.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Khan el-Khalili
Large souk in the bazaar district selling souvenirs & crafts plus jewelry, clothing & spices.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$16
19 - 23 min

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Mokattam
Range of low hills in Cairo's suburbs that features the Cave Church & sweeping views of the city.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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اسماك اليوم
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 3Spiritual Serenity at Al-Azhar Mosque and Majestic Marvels of Sultan al-Muayyad Shaykh Mosque
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$54

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$ 1

صالون الشاي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
16 - 20 min

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Al-Azhar Mosque
Cairo's first mosque, commissioned in 970 to develop into a major center for Islamic learning.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 10 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
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$18
4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$22
Day 4Ancient Wonders of Giza Plateau and Treasures at The Egyptian Museum
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$124

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$ 3

الصياد
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
18 - 22 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
39 - 47 min

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Island in the Nile River offering various city landmarks, cultural sites & athletic facilities.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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مهراني
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$26
24 - 36 min

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The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
Extensive collection of Egyptian artifacts covering 5,000 years, including Tutankhamun's treasures.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$12
7 - 9 min

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مطعم خل خال النيل
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 5Artistic Gems, Tranquil Gardens, and a Culinary Delight at Wadi Nile Restaurant
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$66

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
20 - 24 min

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Khalil Museum
Ornate, neoclassical palace housing a collection of Impressionist paintings, with views of the Nile.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
57 - 86 min

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Al Horreya Garden
Statues of key figures from Egyptian history in a palm-filled garden overlooking the Nile.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$24
13 - 16 min

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Wadi Nile Restaurant (مطعم وادي النيل)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 6Architectural Marvels, Historic Fortresses, and Authentic Flavors of Cairo
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$83

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
20 - 24 min

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Mosque of Ibn Tulun
Sprawling 9th-century mosque featuring a spiral minaret & a courtyard lined with stucco arcades.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
11 - 16 min

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Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Vast mosque & educational institution with unique architectural features & opulent interiors.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$8
3 - 4 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$18
13 - 20 min

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قلعة صلاح الدين الأيوبي
Imposing fortress & wall built by Saladin in the 12th century as protection against the Crusaders.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$20
10 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 7Cultural Immersion at Rhoda Island and Al-Azhar Park
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$60

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$ 2

الرواق المغربي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
18 - 22 min

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Rhoda Island
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Al-Azhar Park
Manicured gardens & lawns with fountains, cafes, restaurants & an open-air theater, plus city views.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$4
17 - 26 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$22
14 - 21 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 8Sacred Sites, Coptic Heritage, and a Gastronomic Adventure
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$92

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$ 3

صالون الشاي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
20 - 24 min

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Amr ibn Al-A'as Mosque
Airy landmark mosque featuring multiple minarets, a roomy inner courtyard & engraved marble.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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The Coptic Museum
Collection of ancient Egyptian Christian artwork, objects & manuscripts housed in a 1908 building.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$13
37 - 45 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$22
32 - 39 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$25
56 - 68 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 9Pharaonic Village, Hanging Church, and Local Delights at حاتي البركة
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$100

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
18 - 22 min

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Pharaonic Village
Living museum of Egyptian history, with replicas of an ancient village & the tomb of Tutankhamen.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
14 - 17 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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$24
8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 10Royal Opulence, Iconic Mosques, and a Glimpse of Egyptian Civilization
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$99

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$ 3

صالون الشاي
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
14 - 17 min

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Abdeen Palace Museum
Ornate former palace with 500 rooms, home to museums containing silver, weapons & royal artifacts.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
12 - 15 min

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Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Grand, 19th-century mosque in Cairo's iconic Citadel, lavishly decorated with Islamic motifs.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$13
13 - 16 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$16
12 - 15 min

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The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
Sculpture, pottery & metalware charting millennia of Egyptian civilization, plus a hall of mummies.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$20
12 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24

Budget breakdown: $818 In total

Activities & Food:$803
Transport:$15