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7 Days in Cairo: Unveiling Ancient Wonders

Hilal Acar

4 Jan 2024

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Embark on a captivating journey through time and culture in Cairo. Discover the secrets of the Pharaohs, explore magnificent palaces, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of bustling markets. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Cairo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Majestic Palaces and Serene Gardens

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$13

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$ 1

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

14 - 17 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

Day 2Thrilling Rides and Tranquil Retreats

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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

18 - 22 min

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Al-Azhar Park

Manicured gardens & lawns with fountains, cafes, restaurants & an open-air theater, plus city views.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$4

Day 3Unleashing the Spirit of Cairo

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$25

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$ 2

Khan el-Khalili

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Abdeen Palace Museum

Ornate former palace with 500 rooms, home to museums containing silver, weapons & royal artifacts.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

9 - 11 min

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The Egyptian Museum in Cairo

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

Day 4Ancient Mysteries and Cultural Treasures

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$70

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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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$50

29 - 35 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

Day 5A Glimpse into Pharaonic Life

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$50

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$ 2

Pharaonic Village

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

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.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Mosque of Muhammad Ali

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$13

Day 6Spiritual Journeys and Iconic Bridges

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$0

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$ 1

Al-Azhar Mosque

Cairo's first mosque, commissioned in 970 to develop into a major center for Islamic learning.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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6 October Bridge

Busy, elevated pedestrian & road bridge opened in 1996, crossing the Nile in 2 places.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Panoramic Views and Architectural Marvels

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$30

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$ 1

Cairo Tower

Tower inspired by lotus flowers, made up of 8 million mosaic lozenges, with a revolving restaurant.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

18 - 22 min

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Mosque of Ibn Tulun

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$5

Budget breakdown: $196 In total

Activities & Food:$191

Transport:$5