Cairo: Tours To Giza Pyramids, Citadel and Islamic Cairo

El-Sayedah Zeinab, Cairo



Spend the day visiting Ancient Egypt from Cairo airport to the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx before visiting the Islamic Cairo, Where you can visit the historical mosques

Overview

This guided tour in Cairo covers the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and The Citadel, suitable for travelers interested in Egypt’s ancient and Islamic landmarks.

Highlights

  • Explore Cairo’s major sights including the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx
  • Visit The Citadel of Cairo and the Mohamed Ali Mosque (Alabaster Mosque)
  • See Sultan Hassan Mosque and El Rifai Mosque in Islamic Cairo
  • Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off included
  • Lunch provided at a local restaurant

Description

Your tour begins with a hotel pick-up between 7:00 am and 11:00 am. Visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, followed by the Great Sphinx, which dates back to the time of Chephren. Continue to the Valley Temple, associated with Chephren’s pyramid.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading to Islamic Cairo. Here, visit The Citadel to see Mohamed Ali Mosque, known as the Alabaster Mosque. The tour continues with visits to Sultan Hassan Mosque and El Rifai Mosque.

Note: Pick-up and drop-off from Cairo Airport, Sphinx Airport, New Administrative Capital, New Cairo, Heliopolis, Badr City, Shorouk, Rehab, Obour, Sheraton Al Matar, Sheikh Zayed City, Ring Road, Mirage City, Meridian Airport, or Madinty City incur an additional cost.

Includes

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • All transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private tour guide
  • Entrance fees to sites (if the ticket option is selected)
  • Bottled water during transfers
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Shopping tour in Cairo
  • All taxes and service charges

Excludes

  • Extras not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tickets for entry inside the pyramids
  • Tipping
  • Beverages during lunch

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Book early to secure your preferred pick-up time. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a camera. The morning tour offers cooler temperatures, ideal for sightseeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple, the Citadel of Cairo, Mohamed Ali Mosque, Sultan Hassan Mosque, and El Rifai Mosque.
The tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, providing convenient transportation to and from the Giza Pyramids and other sites.
Yes, the tour includes lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo.
Your representative will pick you up from your hotel between 7:00 am and 11:00 am; exact times can be confirmed upon booking.
This tour focuses on exterior visits to the pyramids and monuments; interior access may not be included, so check the tour details before booking.
You will visit the Mohamed Ali Mosque (Alabaster Mosque), Sultan Hassan Mosque, and El Rifai Mosque.
Yes, the tour covers significant historical and architectural landmarks in Cairo including ancient pyramids and historic mosques.
Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, and check the local weather; remember to confirm pick-up time with your provider.
Operating hours vary, so please check the official websites or your tour provider’s information for the most up-to-date schedules.
This particular tour is offered as a private guided experience with personalized hotel transfers.

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