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Cultural Exploration in Cairo

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Day 1: Pyramids and Sphinx

Cairo, Egypt

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a delicious traditional Egyptian breakfast at your hotel to fuel up for a day of exploration.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
Complimentary with stay, 1 hour

9:00AM

The Giza Pyramids and Sphinx

Visit the iconic Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, marvel at the ancient wonders, and take a camel ride around the site.
Take a taxi or Uber to the Giza Pyramids (approx. 30 mins drive from central Cairo).
EGP 200 for entrance to the Pyramids complex, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Egyptian meal at a local restaurant near the Pyramids.
Head to a nearby restaurant for lunch.
EGP 150 per person, 1 hour

2:00PM

Great Sphinx of Giza

Explore the Great Sphinx of Giza, an enigmatic statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh.
Walk to the Great Sphinx area from the Pyramids.
Included in the Pyramids entrance ticket, 1 hour

4:00PM

Back to Hotel

Return to your hotel and relax after a day of sightseeing.
Take a taxi or Uber back to your hotel.
Approx. EGP 100, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant

Enjoy a dinner at Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant in Khan El Khalili, known for its traditional Egyptian dishes and vibrant atmosphere.
Take a taxi or Uber to Khan El Khalili for dinner.
EGP 250 per person, 2 hours
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Day 2: Museum and Bazaar

Cairo, Egypt

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
Complimentary with stay, 1 hour

9:00AM

Egyptian Museum

Explore the Egyptian Museum, home to a vast collection of ancient artifacts including the treasures of King Tutankhamun.
Take a taxi or Uber to the Egyptian Museum.
EGP 200 for entrance ticket, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Felfela Restaurant

Indulge in a traditional Egyptian meal at Felfela Restaurant, known for its delicious falafel and kebabs.
Walk to Felfela Restaurant for lunch.
EGP 120 per person, 1 hour

2:00PM

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Shop for souvenirs and immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest markets in the Middle East.
Walk to Khan El Khalili Bazaar from Felfela Restaurant.
Free to explore, 2 hours

4:00PM

Tea at El Fishawy Cafe

Relax with a cup of traditional Egyptian tea at El Fishawy Cafe, a historic cafe in Khan El Khalili.
Head to El Fishawy Cafe within Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
EGP 30 per person, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant

Enjoy another dinner at Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant, savoring more Egyptian culinary delights.
Take a taxi or Uber to Khan El Khalili for dinner.
EGP 250 per person, 2 hours
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Day 3: Citadel and Park

Cairo, Egypt

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Begin your day with breakfast at your hotel.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
Complimentary with stay, 1 hour

9:00AM

Citadel of Saladin

Explore the Citadel of Saladin, a medieval Islamic fortress with panoramic views of Cairo.
Take a taxi or Uber to the Citadel of Saladin.
EGP 180 for entrance ticket, 2 hours

11:00AM

Al Azhar Park

Visit Al Azhar Park, a beautiful green oasis in the heart of Cairo offering stunning views of the city skyline.
Walk or take a taxi to Al Azhar Park from the Citadel.
EGP 60 for entrance ticket, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Citadel View Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious meal with a view at Citadel View Restaurant in Al Azhar Park.
Dine at Citadel View Restaurant within Al Azhar Park.
EGP 180 per person, 1 hour

3:00PM

Relax at Al Azhar Park

Take some time to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Al Azhar Park.
Explore the park at your leisure.
Free entry, 1 hour

4:00PM

Shopping at Khan El Khalili

Shop for souvenirs at Khan El Khalili Bazaar, picking up some last-minute gifts before you depart from Cairo.
Take a taxi or Uber to Khan El Khalili for shopping.
As per your shopping budget, 2 hours
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