Explore the Giza Pyramids, Islamic Cairo, and Khan Khalili Bazaar on a private layover trip in Cairo. Immerse yourself in ancient history, vibrant culture, and lively markets.
Explore the Giza Pyramids, Islamic Cairo, and Khan Khalili Bazaar on a private layover trip in Cairo. Immerse yourself in ancient history, vibrant culture, and lively markets.
- Gizeh Plateau - Embark on a full-day tour of the Giza Pyramids, where you’ll explore the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos. Visit the Valley Temple, where priests mummified King Chephren’s body, and get an up-close view of the Sphinx, the legendary guardian with a lion’s body and the head of King Chephren.
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Gizeh Plateau - Embark on a full-day tour of the Giza Pyramids, where you’ll explore the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos. Visit the Valley Temple, where priests mummified King Chephren’s body, and get an up-close view of the Sphinx, the legendary guardian with a lion’s body and the head of King Chephren.
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Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu) - Khufu’s pyramid complex includes a valley temple, now buried under the village of Nazlet el-Samman. Diabase paving and nummulitic limestone walls have been discovered, but the site remains unexcavated.
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Khafre’s Pyramid - Khafre’s pyramid complex features a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple revealed several statues of Khafre, some of which were found in a well in the temple floor by Mariette in 1860.
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Menkaure Pyramid - Menkaure’s pyramid complex includes a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple once housed several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added to the valley temple.
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Great Sphinx - The Great Sphinx of Giza, often called the Sphinx of Giza or simply the Sphinx, is a limestone statue of a reclining sphinx, a mythical creature. Facing west to east, it stands on the Giza Plateau on the west bank of the Nile in Giza, Egypt. The Sphinx’s face is believed to represent Pharaoh Khafre.
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Panoramic view of the Pyramids - Discover the timeless wonder of the ancient pyramids with our Panoramic view tour. Marvel at the majestic structures from every angle and take in the breathtaking beauty of these iconic landmarks. Our expert guides will share fascinating insights into the history and significance of the pyramids, making this an unforgettable experience.
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Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan - The Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan (Arabic: مسجد ومدرسة السلطان حسن) is a monumental mosque and madrasa in Cairo’s historic district. Built between 1356 and 1363 during the Bahri Mamluk period by Sultan an-Nasir Hasan, the mosque is renowned for its massive size and innovative architectural elements. It remains one of Cairo’s most impressive historic monuments.
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Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As - Continue your tour to Islamic Cairo, founded in 641 A.D. by the first Muslim leader Amr Ibn Elas. Visit the Amr Ibn Elas Mosque, built in 642 A.D. by the Muslim leader in the El Fustat area.
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Al-Azhar Mosque - Al-Azhar Mosque (Arabic: الجامع الأزهر, romanized: al-Jāmiʿ al-ʾAzhar, lit. ’The Resplendent Congregational Mosque’), known simply as al-Azhar in Egypt, is a mosque in Islamic Cairo. Commissioned by Jawhar al-Siqilli for the newly established capital in 970.
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Mosque of Ibn Tulun - The Mosque of Ibn Tulun (Arabic: مسجد إبن طولون, romanized: Masjid Ibn Ṭūlūn) is located in Cairo, Egypt. It is one of the oldest mosques in Egypt and Africa, surviving in its original form, and is the largest mosque in Cairo by land area. The mosque’s open square courtyard allows natural light to filter through, showcasing its ancient architectural styles, with decorations made from carved stucco and wood.
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Khan Al-Khalili - Continue your tour to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where numerous shops offer fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques, and more.
- All Pickup and drop off
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- All Pickup and drop off
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Personal Items
- Tipping
- Tour guide (Optional)
- Entry Fees (Optional)
- lunch (Optional)
- Personal Items
- Tipping
- Tour guide (Optional)
- Entry Fees (Optional)
- lunch (Optional)
Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of one of the world’s oldest cities with our Personalized Cairo Stopover Tours. This distinct journey consists of visits to some of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks: the Giza Pyramids, the epicenter of Islamic Cairo, and Khan Khalili Bazaar. Explore the ancient hallways of the Pyramids, travel into the past in…
Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of one of the world’s oldest cities with our Personalized Cairo Stopover Tours. This distinct journey consists of visits to some of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks: the Giza Pyramids, the epicenter of Islamic Cairo, and Khan Khalili Bazaar. Explore the ancient hallways of the Pyramids, travel into the past in Islamic Cairo, and get lost in the rich hues and thrilling sounds of Khan Khalili Bazaar. With our private tours, you can appreciate the attractions at your own speed and forge unforgettable memories.
- Entry fees includes basic area only
- Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.