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Cairo 2 Day Tour from Eilat
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2 Days in Cairo from Eilat - The ultimate introduction to the wonders of Egypt’s transcendental capital. Visit the famous Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, the Papyrus Institute, the Sphinx and Khan el Khalil Bazaar.
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2 Day Cairo Tour from Eilat - Visit All the Best Sites
Cairo is the home to some of the most famous pyramids in the world.
The pyramids in Cairo are an astounding site to see, they were built to house the dead Pharaohs, and their nobels.
In our 2 Day Cairo Tour you will visit the famous Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, the Papyrus Institute, the Sphinx and the Khan el Khalil Bazaar.
Get to see the Egyptian Museum with its vast collection of ancient artifacts.
This museum holds over 160,000 paintings, sculptures, ancient coins, mummies, and crypts that can only be seen there.
In those 2 days in Cairo you will also see the Sakkara, the Mohammed Ali Castle and get a feel for the culture of the bustling city of Cairo.
And of course while visiting these sites, enjoy an authentic Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant where you will be exposed to the flavors of Egyptian cuisine.
Highlights of 2 Days in Cairo (from Eilat)
- ♦ Pickup from your accommodation in Eilat, and drive towards south along the of the Red Sea, for Taba Border Crossing.
- ♦ Travel through the stunning landscape of the Sinai Dessert along the way to the Suez Canal to the Egyptian capital of Cairo.
- ♦ Arrive at mega-city Cairo as the sun rises.
- ♦ Treasures the archaeology by visiting the Egyptian Museum which is the home of one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites.
- ♦ Taste authentic Egyptian food.
- ♦ Visit the world-famous Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
- ♦ Witness the incredible manifestation which is the Sphinx
- ♦ Take a stroll through the impressive Cairo’s old bazaar, Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the magnificent market (souk).
- ♦ Overnight at a hotel in Cairo.
Cairo from Eilat - Itinerary for 2 days
Day 0
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Pick up from your accommodation in Eilat and transfer to the Egyptian Border.
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Cross into Egypt
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Travel through the stunning landscape of the Sinai Dessert towards Cairo.
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Arriving in Cairo
Visit the inspiring Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza was built 4600 years ago. Khufu, the successor of Sneferu, was known as a tyrant and in his arrogance, he decided to have a tomb built that was bigger and better than all others.
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The three Pyramids:Cheops (Khufu), Chephren (Khafra) & Mycrenios (Menkaura). The Great Pyramid was built by King Cheops (IV Dynasty). King Chefren, the son of Cheops, built the second Pyramid and the third pyramid was built in the reign of “Menkaura”, the son of Chefren.
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The mysterious Sphinx: mask of Chephren and body of a Lion, stands Close by the guard of the land of Pharaohs. The Sphinx and the three pyramids were considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
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Sakkara: Lies 25 Km south of Cairo. Djoser’s (Zosser’s) step Pyramid, (built 4700 years ago), dominates the skyline and is believed to be the ancient Egyptians’ first attempt at pyramid building, to see the first pyramids ever built the step pyramid of Zosser.
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Egyptian Museum : Where you will see many precious antiquities.
Checkin the hotel: arrival to the hotel in Cairo, a free evening in the city. * We recommend you visit all the beautiful Cairo sites by night, you can explore it with the city map given at the hotel. - Day 2
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After breakfast, we will visit the Islamic areas of Cairo, including the Citadel of Saladdin which boasts the famous Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali
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Head back to Taba
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Arrive in Taba border and cross back to Israel where our 2 day cairo tour comes to its end.
- All times are approximate
- Minimum 2 participants per order
- Please note that due to unpredictable arrival time back to Taba, transfer back to eilat is not available
INCLUDED in the tour
- Transfer from Eilat to Taba border
- Meet the assistant at the border
- Transport in our newest models of air-conditioned vehicles.
- English-speaking tour guide.
- Lunch at a local authentic restaurant.
- Entrance fees to Pyramids + Sphinx.
- Entrance fees to Egyptian museum.
- Visit the famous market of Khan EL Khalili.
- Visit the famous Mohammed Ali Castle and Sakkara.
- One night in a 4 stars hotel in Cairo double room + Breakfast
- Return coach to Taba border crossing.
- Border Taxes and Visa
NOT INCLUDED
- Health insurance.
- Additional $25 for a single room.
Remarks
- All times are approximate
- Minimum 2 participants per order
- Please note that due to unpredictable arrival time back to Taba, transfer back to eilat is not available
INCLUDED in the tour
- Transfer from Eilat to Taba border
- Meet the assistant at the border
- Transport in our newest models of air-conditioned vehicles.
- English-speaking tour guide.
- Lunch at a local authentic restaurant.
- Entrance fees to Pyramids + Sphinx.
- Entrance fees to Egyptian museum.
- Visit the famous market of Khan EL Khalili.
- Visit the famous Mohammed Ali Castle and Sakkara.
- One night in a 4 stars hotel in Cairo double room + Breakfast
- Return coach to Taba border crossing.
- Border Taxes and Visa
NOT INCLUDED
- Health insurance.
- Additional $25 for a single room.
