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Wonders of Ancient Egypt: Pyramids, Grand Museum & Nile Dinner
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Ancient wonders, guided tours and Nile dining
Step back thousands of years as you explore the most iconic monuments of the ancient world on this Egyptian holiday. With expert English-speaking guide, you'll visit the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Citadel of Salah El Din, and the bazaars of Khan El Khalili, including all entrance fees and transfers. Also enjoy a magical dinner cruise along the Nile, complete with a folkloric show and belly dancer. Choose the 7- or 10-night option to add a day tour to Alexandria!
What's Included
- Return flights to Cairo (SPX)
- Return airport transfers in air-conditioned vehicle with meet and assist by English-speaking representative
- 4 nights in Cairo at the Barcelo Cairo Pyramids in a Superior City View Room
- 3 full days of touring including visits to:
- the Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx and Valley Temple, and The Grand Egyptian Museum
- Citadel of Salah El Din, St. George Church, Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church, Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-Aas
- National Museum and Khan El Khalili area with a visit to the historical café Fichaoui, Saidna El Houssine, Al Azhar Mosque
- Dinner cruise with folkloric show and belly dancer (excluding beverages)
- English-speaking guide during the mentioned sightseeing
- Entrance fees for the mentioned sightseeing
- 3 lunches & breakfast daily
Please note: all taxes included. Does not include entry visas, visit to any of the Giza Pyramids from inside, or tips or services not mentioned in the itinerary
Want to stay at a 5-star Hilton hotel? Choose our 5-star option!
Interested in a Nile river cruise instead? See our The Best of Egypt: Beach & Nile Cruise package.
Great Ways to Explore
Marvel at the Great Pyramids and Sphinx up close.
Explore the world's largest archaeological museum.
Cruise the Nile with a live folkloric dinner show.
Discover Cairo's ancient mosques and Coptic churches.
Day trip to Alexandria along Egypt's Mediterranean coast.
Egypt has captivated travellers for millennia, and it is not hard to see why. This 4-night holiday puts the very best of the country within reach, pairing a carefully structured guided programme with plenty of time to soak up the extraordinary atmosphere of one of the world's oldest civilisations. With full local representation throughout and an English-speaking guide on every tour day, you can relax knowing every detail is taken care of.
The highlights are genuinely world-class. The Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza is the largest archaeological museum on the planet, and your included visit gives you time to take in its breathtaking collection of ancient artefacts. The Great Pyramids and Sphinx need little introduction, while a guided tour of Islamic and Coptic Cairo reveals a layered city of medieval mosques, ancient churches, and the labyrinthine lanes of Khan El Khalili bazaar.
No visit to Egypt would be complete without an evening on the Nile: your included dinner cruise features a folkloric show and belly dancer for a truly memorable night on the water.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
What's Included
- Return flights to Cairo (SPX)
- Return airport transfers in air-conditioned vehicle with meet and assist by English-speaking representative
- 4 nights in Cairo at the Barcelo Cairo Pyramids in a Superior City View Room
- 3 full days of touring including visits to:
- the Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx and Valley Temple, and The Grand Egyptian Museum
- Citadel of Salah El Din, St. George Church, Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church, Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-Aas
- National Museum and Khan El Khalili area with a visit to the historical café Fichaoui, Saidna El Houssine, Al Azhar Mosque
- Dinner cruise with folkloric show and belly dancer (excluding beverages)
- English-speaking guide during the mentioned sightseeing
- Entrance fees for the mentioned sightseeing
- 3 lunches & breakfast daily
Please note: all taxes included. Does not include entry visas, visit to any of the Giza Pyramids from inside, or tips or services not mentioned in the itinerary
Want to stay at a 5-star Hilton hotel? Choose our 5-star option!
Interested in a Nile river cruise instead? See our The Best of Egypt: Beach & Nile Cruise package.
Great Ways to Explore
Marvel at the Great Pyramids and Sphinx up close.
Explore the world's largest archaeological museum.
Cruise the Nile with a live folkloric dinner show.
Discover Cairo's ancient mosques and Coptic churches.
Day trip to Alexandria along Egypt's Mediterranean coast.
Package Overview
Egypt has captivated travellers for millennia, and it is not hard to see why. This 4-night holiday puts the very best of the country within reach, pairing a carefully structured guided programme with plenty of time to soak up the extraordinary atmosphere of one of the world's oldest civilisations. With full local representation throughout and an English-speaking guide on every tour day, you can relax knowing every detail is taken care of.
The highlights are genuinely world-class. The Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza is the largest archaeological museum on the planet, and your included visit gives you time to take in its breathtaking collection of ancient artefacts. The Great Pyramids and Sphinx need little introduction, while a guided tour of Islamic and Coptic Cairo reveals a layered city of medieval mosques, ancient churches, and the labyrinthine lanes of Khan El Khalili bazaar.
No visit to Egypt would be complete without an evening on the Nile: your included dinner cruise features a folkloric show and belly dancer for a truly memorable night on the water.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Upgrade & Include Even More!
Enhance your holiday with:
- Upgrade to a pyramid view room.
Deal Of The Week
Day 1. Welcome to Egypt!
Your English-speaking representative will meet you on arrival at the airport and escort you to your air-conditioned transfer vehicle for the short journey to the hotel. Check in, settle into your room, and take in the surroundings. Why not head down to the hotel's restaurant for a relaxed first dinner and raise a glass to the adventures ahead?
Transfer from airport to hotel
Check-in - Barcelo Cairo Pyramids
Cairo,
Egypt
Located just off Sharia Al Haram Avenue, this upscale hotel offers a prime base for exploring Cairo’s iconic landmarks. It is situated 3.7 miles from the Giza metro station and 5 miles from the Giza Plateau, home to the legendary royal pyramids and the Great Sphinx. The hotel’s convenient location provides easy access to the city’s vibrant cultural and historical sites, as well as transit options that connect guests to downtown Cairo and beyond.
Guest accommodations feature free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and in-room safes. Select rooms offer views of the pyramids, while spacious suites include separate lounges and kitchenettes for added convenience.
Dining options include three contemporary restaurants, one specializing in Italian cuisine and another boasting a terrace with panoramic views of the city. The hotel also features a 24-hour bar and a shisha bar adjacent to a heated outdoor pool, a fully equipped gym, sauna, and a spa offering a range of massage treatments. Complimentary parking is provided for guests arriving by car.
Day 2. Cairo
Your first full guided tour day begins today, including the Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, and more.
Begin your adventure with an expert Egyptologist on the Giza Plateau, home to the iconic 4,500-year-old Great Pyramids. Stand in awe before the final surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, come face-to-face with the mysterious Sphinx, and tour the historic Valley Temple as your guide uncovers ancient royal legends and architectural triumphs.
Following lunch at a local eatery, immerse yourself in traditional craftsmanship at an authentic papyrus workshop, a gold atelier, and a showroom of hand-carved treasures.
Conclude an unforgettable day at the monumental Grand Egyptian Museum, the planet's largest exhibition dedicated to one civilization. This magnificent new architectural marvel holds an unrivalled collection of antiquities, spotlighting the complete treasures of King Tutankhamun's tomb, beautifully displayed together for the first time in history.
Day 3. Cairo
After breakfast, set out for another day of sightseeing! Later tonight, spend the evening at your leisure, perhaps with a shisha and a mint tea at a local café near the hotel.
Join your professional Egyptologist guide to explore the multi-layered history of Cairo, where ancient Christian and Islamic traditions intertwine. Your journey begins at the Citadel of Salah El Din, a commanding medieval fortress that overlooks the city skyline and houses several iconic landmarks.
Next, venture into Coptic Cairo, an ancient and spiritually significant quarter. You will visit St. George Church, the famous Hanging Church, and the Church of Abu Serga, which stands above the cave where the Holy Family is said to have hidden during their time in Egypt. Your tour also includes the Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-Aas, celebrated as the very first mosque constructed in the country.
Conclude your excursion with lunch at a local restaurant before heading back to your hotel, leaving you with a deeper understanding of the diverse cultural and spiritual heritage that has defined Cairo through the ages.
Day 4. Cairo
Have breakfast at the hotel, followed by another incredible day of sightseeing featuring the National Museum and more. Back at the hotel tonight, relax and have a leisurely dinner.
Meet your expert Egyptologist guide and begin an inspiring journey through the National Museum, home to an extraordinary collection of ancient artifacts that trace thousands of years of Egyptian history.
After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the lively Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of Cairo’s most iconic marketplaces. Wander its bustling lanes and soak in the city’s atmosphere with stops at El Fishawi Café, the spiritual Sayyidna El Hussein district, and the impressive Al‑Azhar Mosque, a cornerstone of Islamic scholarship.
In the evening, board a floating Nile restaurant for a memorable dinner cruise. Enjoy illuminated views of Cairo, a delicious meal, and traditional entertainment featuring folkloric performances and captivating belly dancing (beverages excluded). Return to your hotel afterward.
Day 5. Depart Egypt
After breakfast, you will be met by the representative and transferred to the airport for your flight home.
Transfer from hotel to airport
Fly home
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