Two days trip from Hurghada to Cairo and Alexandria

Two days private trip from Hurghada to Cairo and Alexandria

Travel from Hurghada to discover Cairo and Alexandria by high-class air-conditioned vehicle on a tow days sightseeing tour.

Overview

Visit The Great Pyramids of Giza , the last existing of the 7 ancient world wonders and the Sphinx and then explore the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum in the world. Visit The Citadel of Cairo ( Citadel of Saladin ) and the Hanging Church. Venture to the Mediterranean city of Alexandria to explore its highlights.

Day 1: Cairo

visit to the Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Great Sphinx, where you can marvel at the architectural brilliance that has fascinated the world for millennia. Capture amazing photos and immerse yourself in the history and mystery of the pharaohs. After discover the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum in the world, Step inside and explore over 100,000 artifacts, including the complete Tutankhamun collection displayed together for the very first time. Wander through halls filled with magnificent statues, jewelry, ceremonial objects, and interactive exhibits that bring Egypt’s 7,000-year history to life.

Visit The Citadel of Sultan Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi (Saladin) is one of the most iconic monuments in Islamic Cairo, and among the most impressive defensive fortresses dating to the Middle Ages. Its strategic location on the Muqattam Hills gave it a formidable defensive position, and offered, as it still does today, an unrestricted panoramic view of Cairo. Sultan Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi was the first to order the construction of a fortress over the Muqattam Hills in (572 AH/ 1176 AD), but it was not completed during his lifetime. This was achieved during the reign of Sultan al-Kamel ibn al-Adel (604 AH/1207 AD) who decided to reside in it, making it the official residence of the rulers of Egypt. You also visit The famous “Hanging church”. This church was known as the” Hanging Church“ because it was built over the ruins of Old Cairo‘s Roman fort, and situated near the Coptic Museum. The church is made up of a court divided into four wings separated by three rows of marble columns. A wooden semi-circular vaults covers the main court. The church also contains an inscribed granite baptismal tank and a marble pulpit carried upon ten columns decorated with mosaic. The pulpit dates to the eleventh century AD.

Day 2: Alexandria

Pickup from your hotel in Cairo and travel to Alexandria, the distance is 220 k/m Northwest of Cairo. Arrive at Alexandria around 10 am. –The Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa Start your day in Alexandria by visiting The Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa, it was one of the Seven Wonders of the Medival World. The Catacombs were discovered by accident in 1900 and is considered the largest Roman burial site in Egypt which hosts a great combination of Pharaonic and Greco-Roman designs celebrating all traditions of the dead. Initially, the Catacombs were built in the 2nd century to be the burial site for one wealthy family, however, later on, usurpers used the catacombs as general burial sites. – Pompey’s Pillar On a rocky hilltop in the middle of the great city of Alexandria, lies the only known free-standing column to ever exist in Egypt and the largest monolith column ever erected. The Pillar is 25 meters high, made from one single piece of red granite quarried in Aswan, and is said to be built over the ruins of the Serapeum, a temple complex dedicated to the Greco-Egyptian god Serapis, adding a great historical depth to the site. The Pillar is a legendary element of power, and grandeur that conveys some dazzling facts about the Roman period in Egypt that, in turn, enlarged the city to new heights able to captivate the souls, minds, and eyes of visitors from all over the world.

–The Citadel of Sultan Qaitbay The Citadel was built in the 15th Century by the Mamlouk Sultan Qeitbay to guard the city against the threat of Crusaders. This wonderful Islamic Monument was built on the ruins of the old Alexandria Lighthouse that was constructed by Ptolemy 11 in the 3rd Century B.C. and was damaged during an Earthquake in 1303 A.C. during the reign of the Mamlouk King Sultan Qaitbay. The citadel is considered one of the most important defensive strongholds guarding cities against all naval attacks. – Lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria, –Bibliotheca Alexandrina The new Library of Alexandria is dedicated to recapturing the spirit of openness and scholarship of the original Bibliotheca Alexandrina. It is much more than a library. The Library of Alexandria was reborn in October 2002 to reclaim the mantle of its ancient namesake. It is not just an extraordinarily beautiful building; it is also a vast complex where the arts, history, philosophy, and science come together. Moreover, the myriad activities it offers have made it a place for open discussion, dialogue, and understanding. –The Roman Amphitheatre It’s a fascinating archaeological site that dates back to the 2nd century and was built during the reign of the Roman Emperor, Antoninus Pius. It could accommodate thousands of spectators who used to gather to witness the athletic competition and dramatic battles. The site has undergone many excavations and restorations and now, it stands as a testament to Alexandria ‘s rich heritage and the exquisite effect of the Roman Empire on the city.

Included

Pick up and drop off from the hotel and back
All transfers by an air-conditioned vehicle
Private tour guide
Entrance fees for the above mentioned sights
Lunch at restaurant on both days
1 nights hotel accommodation incl. Breakfast
All taxes and service charges

Excludes

Price

400 euro per person for 2 persons
375 euro per person for 3 persons
350 euro per person for 4 persons
325 euro per person for 5 persons
300 euro per person for 6-8 persons
Children from 0 – 5 years free
Children from 6 – 10 years 50% discount.

Available days : everyday
Duration : 2 Days
Tour Type Private

Two days private trip from Hurghada to Cairo and Alexandria

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