Embark on a captivating private tour of Cairo’s top attractions, perfect for a layover. Begin your journey at the Giza Pyramids, the last remaining of the Ancient Seven Wonders. Learn about the construction techniques used by the ancient Egyptians and explore the pyramids’ significance as tombs for Pharaohs. Capture stunning panoramic photos of the pyramids and visit the iconic Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple.
Start your private Cairo Layover tour to explore the highlights of Cairo attractions. your First stop will be Giza Pyramids. It is the oldest monument of the ancient seven wonders and the only surviving one until today. Listen to your guide when he tells you about how the pyramids had been constructed with very old and simple techniques.
The pyramids were mainly built to house the remains of the deceased Pharaohs. You will explore the place deeper with your informative guide and know more about Egypt’s history and old Egyptian civilization. Next, head to a panoramic view of all three pyramids of Giza to capture amazing photos that will last forever.
Next, head to the Great Sphinx that belongs to king Pharaoh Khephren. It is a huge stone transformed into an amazing architectural statue. We will visit the Valley Temple as well then move up to the pyramids Panorama area to take snap photos with pyramids and sphinx in the background – don’t forget to bring your camera with you during this tour.
Once we are finished at the pyramids complex, we will make our way to the Egyptian Museum. The Egyptian Museum of Cairo contains 120,000 artifacts. It houses the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities. An extensive collection of papyrus, Greek, Roman, and Islamic coins used in the Ancient world are located on the 1st floor. These sarcophagi give us a brief about how rich the owners were. Do not forget to have a look at the Grave Mask of king Amenemope, Mummy mask of Psusennes I, Figurine of Khufu, Narmer Palette, and Merneptah Stele.
In the end, proceed to Khan El-Khalili Bazaar. you will enjoy free time to wander through the streets of the bazaar. Feel free to bargain for your souvenir. It is part of the culture. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to Cairo Airport to catch your flight at least 2 hours before your flight time.
