5 days in Cairo and Ain Sokhna short vacation

Experience Egypt with a visit to Cairo and Ain Sokhna. Highlighted by the Great Pyramid of Giza, standing at 146.6 meters, and the Grand Egyptian Museum, the largest museum dedicated to a single civilization, this trip offers a deep cultural immersion.

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Short Vacation in Cairo and the Red Sea

Start an unforgettable experience in Egypt with a visit to Cairo and Ain Sokhna. Visit the most famous sites, such as the Giza Pyramids. The Great Pyramid of Giza stands at approximately 146.6 meters tall and stayed the tallest man-made structure worldwide.

Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum. The Grand Egyptian Museum is the world's largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization, situated on the edge of the Giza Plateau just a couple of kilometers from the pyramids.

Egypt Travel Package is the ideal option to explore the ancient Egyptian sites and civilization. 5 days and 4 nights in Cairo and Ain Sokhna deliver an exceptional experience that blends cultural and historical sites.

Ain Sokhna is one of the best destinations in the Red Sea region. Ain Sokhna is a major coastal town that is located along the western shore of the Red Sea's Gulf of Suez in the Suez Governorate. Known as the closest Red Sea resort destination to Cairo.

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Day 1

Arrival in Cairo

Upon arriving at Cairo International Airport, you will be met by a professional representative  who will welcome you in a private, air-conditioned car and assist you with all the necessary formalities. Then, you will be transferred to your Cairo Pyramids hotel for check-in, where you can rest and relax after your arrival.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: welcome drink

Day 2

Giza Pyramids - Saqqara - Memphis

After your breakfast at the hotel, our tour guide will meet you in the lobby. Your first stop will be the Giza Pyramids. See the Great Pyramid of King Cheops (Khufu), the Pyramid of King Chephren, the Pyramid of King Menkaure, the Queen's Pyramids, the Valley Temple, the site of royal mummification, and the Great Sphinx.

After that, head to Memphis. During your visit, explore the open-air museum, where you can admire remarkable ancient Egyptian monuments, including the impressive colossal statue of Ramses II, the beautiful alabaster Sphinx, and other fascinating archaeological treasures.

After that, we will have a delicious lunch at a good-quality restaurant.

Then, head to Saqqara. After arriving in Saqqara, you can visit the tombs of Ti (Titi), Unas, Kagemni, Nakht (Nakawsi), Ankhmahor, and Mereruka, all renowned for their intricate wall carvings that depict daily life in ancient Egypt.

Then, you will also explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the Pyramid of Unas with its Pyramid Texts, the Serapeum, and several beautifully decorated Old Kingdom mastaba tombs.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight in Cairo

Day 3

The Grand Egyptian Museum - Coptic and Islamic Cairo

Have breakfast, then a guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo. You will visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) to explore its ancient Egyptian collections and learn about Egypt’s history.

After that, you will head to the Citadel of Salah El-Din. The Citadel of Salah El-Din is one of Cairo’s most important Islamic landmarks. The Muslim leader Salah El-Din (Saladin) built it in 1176 AD to protect the city from Crusader attacks, and the impressive Mosque of Muhammad Ali, offering panoramic views over Cairo.

Then, enjoy a delicious lunch in a good-quality restaurant.

Then, we will head to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church (Saint Virgin Mary’s Church), built above the Roman fortress gate.
Explore the Church of St. Sergius, believed to be built over the cave where the Holy Family stayed during their time in Egypt. See the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the oldest and most important Jewish landmarks in Cairo.

Finally, we will head to the Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight in Cairo

Day 4

Ain Sokhna overnight from Cairo

Have breakfast, then our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo. Then, check out of the hotel and make the 90-minute drive to the resort; we will be travelling to the Red Sea in Ain Sokhna today. There, we will have dinner prior to the night show, a buffet lunch starting at 3:00 PM, and a fun time at the beach or swimming pool.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight in Ain Sokhna

Day 5

Porto Sokhna Cabla Car Tour Up the Mountain

Have breakfast, then our representative will pick you up from your hotel, and we will drive to the famous resort, Porto Sokhna, for almost 30 minutes to take the Cable Car (Teleferik) up Galala Mountain to enjoy a fresh seafood lunch in a restaurant overlooking the Red Sea and the mountain. 

Enjoy the resort's beach, take amazing photos, and relax at the resort.

Finally, you will return to Cairo to your drop-off location.

Melas: Breakfast

Whats Included Whats Not

Included

  • Met and assisted upon arrival at Cairo International Airport
  • Transportation is provided by private air-conditioned vehicles.
  • A certified Egyptologist tour guide
  • Lunch meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Accommodation for 3 nights in Cairo Pyramids Hotel, including breakfast.
  • Accommodation for 1 night in El Ain Sokhna resorts on a full board basis.
  • Shopping tours in Cairo.
  • All taxes and service charges.

Not Included

  • International flight tickets
  • Any extras not included in the itinerary.
  • Tipping.
  • Beverages during meals
  • Personal expenses
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Prices

Price as per availability

Golden Accommodation: Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel or similar. B.B

Start From $840
Room Type May Sep Oct Apr
Single $1270 $1320
Double $980 $1030
Triple $930 $990

Silver Accommodation: Mazar Pyramids Hotel or similar. B.B

Start From $840
Room Type May Sep Oct Apr
Single $1060 $1130
Double $870 $940
Triple $840 $880
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Tour Highlights & Landmarks

  • The Giza Pyramids
  • Sphinx
  • The valley temple
  • The Grand Egyptian Museum
  • Saqqara
  • Memphis
  • Salah El-din citadel 
  • Mohamed Ali Mosque
  •  The Church of Abu Serga
  • The Hanging Church
  • The Synagogue of Ben Ezra
  • Khan El Khalili

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Cairo Internaional Airport

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