10 Days in Cairo: Unveiling Ancient Wonders

MARTIN QUIROZ

9 Dec 2023

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through time and culture as you explore the vibrant city of Cairo. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Egypt, from ancient mosques and palaces to iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Middle East!

Trip to Cairo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Mystical Bazaars and Majestic Cathedrals

$ 2

Large souk in the bazaar district selling souvenirs & crafts plus jewelry, clothing & spices.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Fortified gate to Cairo’s Old City, also known as the Gate of Victory, constructed in 1087.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Rococo-style, 19th-century mansion with lavish interior decor, marble statues & a rooftop cupola.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Unveiling the Treasures of Egyptian Civilization

$33

$ 2

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

Sculpture, pottery & metalware charting millennia of Egyptian civilization, plus a hall of mummies.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

18 - 22 min

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Also called Aqsunqur, this 1300s structure features a mausoleum, courtyard & a blue-tiled interior.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Sprawling ancient cemetery known for its warren of ornate tombs, mausoleums & historic burial sites.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Stately & abandoned Indian Hindu temple featuring a carved wooden spiral staircase & gardens.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$13

Day 3Gateways to the Past: Mosques and Historic Landmarks

$ 1

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

2 - 3 min

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Landmark 10th-century mosque with a grand entrance, large inner courtyard with arcades & 2 minarets.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Architectural Marvels and Spiritual Serenity

$ 1

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

3 - 4 min

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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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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

9 - 11 min

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Vast mosque & educational institution with unique architectural features & opulent interiors.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Day 5From Ancient Mosques to Enchanting Palaces

$38

Sprawling 9th-century mosque featuring a spiral minaret & a courtyard lined with stucco arcades.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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3 - 4 min

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17th-century home turned museum showcasing Egyptian architecture, furnishings, costumes, art & more.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

16 - 23 min

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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

Day 6Exploring the Giza Plateau and Cultural Delights

$63

$ 2

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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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$13

Day 7Immersive Pharaonic Experience and Artistic Wonders

$50

$ 2

Living museum of Egyptian history, with replicas of an ancient village & the tomb of Tutankhamen.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

9 - 11 min

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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$13

6 - 9 min

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Road bridge across the Nile River, known for its 19th-century bronze lion statues & evening strolls.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 8Art Galleries and Historical Museums

$12

$ 2

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Extensive collection of Egyptian artifacts covering 5,000 years, including Tutankhamun's treasures.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

12 - 15 min

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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 9A Journey through Religious Diversity

$25

$ 2

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

14 - 17 min

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Rebuilt, circular Greek Orthodox church on an ancient site, with colorful frescoes & stained glass.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Ornately adorned synagogue believed to have been built on the site where baby Moses was found.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Grand, 19th-century mosque in Cairo's iconic Citadel, lavishly decorated with Islamic motifs.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$13

Day 10Iconic Churches and Ancient Pyramids

$63

$ 2

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 - 6 min

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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

56 - 68 min

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The world's 1st large-scale cut stone structure, forming the centerpiece of a huge mortuary complex.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$25

34 - 41 min

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A necropolis for Memphis, the ancient burial chamber & passages can be explored by guided tour.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$38

Budget breakdown: $299 In total

Activities & Food:$290

Transport:$10