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Cairo & Alexandria Escape

Tours to Egypt with Globus lets you escape to Cairo & Alexandria, and experience Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and more - all without the crowds! Book tours to Egypt today!

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Cairo & Alexandria Escape
The mysteries of the Sphinx await on this off-season vacation in Egypt! Enjoy an escorted vacation in Cairo and Alexandria. Visit the incredible Grand Egyptian Museum and marvel at the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Giza—the oldest of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Visit the 4th-century Mediterranean harbor founded by Alexander the Great in Alexandria. Guided sightseeing includes the Catacombs of Kom El Shogafa, Pompey’s Pillar, and the lush Montazah Gardens. Travel through the El Beheira desert en route to Wadi el Natrun to visit the Coptic Monastery. This 6-day guided vacation in Egypt is even better with fewer crowds and more savings during off-season—a wondrous escape to be sure!

Day 1: ARRIVE IN CAIRO, EGYPT

Welcome to Cairo. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

Day 2: CAIRO. EXCURSION TO GIZA

Secrets of the Sphinx Your Egyptian discovery starts in the vibrant city of Cairo, located on the River Nile, with a guided sightseeing tour that features a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Later, a short drive to Giza is the start of an iconic visit to see some of the most recognizable landmarks in the world - the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORY & MYSTERY Get up close and personal with The Pyramids of Giza - one of the World’s Seven Wonders. Ponder the enigmatic secrets of the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Giza. Marvel at the massive monument of Cheops, the most colossal pyramid ever built with an original height of 496 feet.

Day 3: CAIRO–WADI EL NATRUN–ALEXANDRIA

The Mediterranean Pearl Today, depart Cairo and head to the desert. En route stop at [LF] the oasis of Wadi El Natrun and visit a Coptic Monastery. Continue to the charismatic city of Alexandria, located on the Mediterranean coast, and boasting the oldest tram system in Africa. Enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace. (B) 137 mi / 220 kmLOCAL FAVORITE CULTURE & TRADITIONS In Arabic, Wadi El Natrum means “Valley of Nitrates,” due to the presence of eight different lakes containing nitrates in the surrounding area. In Coptic, the region is also known as Shi-Hyt, which can be translated as “balance of the heart” or “measure of hearts.” The monasteries of Wadi el-Natrun are the source of indispensable data for the study of the Coptic heritage, and especially for Coptic literature, art, and architecture.

Day 4: ALEXANDRIA

Royal Majesty of the Montazah Gardens This morning, discover the fascinating city of Alexandria with a guided sightseeing tour that includes the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, that commemorates the ancient Library of Alexandria, and the 15th-century Qaitbay Citadel. Visit the Montazah Gardens that were once frequented by Egypt’s royal family. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon and evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORY & CULTURE Originally founded by Alexander the Great, Alexandria was once one of the wealthiest cities in the world and the Montazah Palace gardens are a true testimony of this wealth. Designed to be a place of relaxation and recreation for the Khedive and his guests, they are filled with flowers, trees, and shrubs.

Day 5: ALEXANDRIA–CAIRO

A Drive Through the Red Land Enjoy a scenic drive back to Cairo through the El Beheira desert. Enjoy some free time in Cairo before joining your travel companions for a farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D) 155 mi / 250 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDER In ancient times, the Egyptians called the desert the "red land", distinguishing it from the flood plain around the Nile River, called the "black land". These colors reflect the fact that the desert sands have a reddish hue and the land around the Nile turned black when the annual flood waters receded. Over thousands of years, the Nile River evolved into its present shape, surrounded by the Eastern and Western deserts.

Day 6: CAIRO

Safe Travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Details

Tour Operator
Globus
Start City
CAI
End City
CAI
Duration (Days)
6
Pricing & departures
Option From Departs Returns
Land Only (Double) USD 1,469 January 3, 2027 January 8, 2027
Single Supplement USD 1,919 January 3, 2027 January 8, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,469 January 10, 2027 January 15, 2027
Single Supplement USD 1,919 January 10, 2027 January 15, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,469 January 17, 2027 January 22, 2027
Single Supplement USD 1,919 January 17, 2027 January 22, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,469 January 24, 2027 January 29, 2027
Single Supplement USD 1,919 January 24, 2027 January 29, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,699 January 31, 2027 February 5, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,149 January 31, 2027 February 5, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,699 February 7, 2027 February 12, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,149 February 7, 2027 February 12, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,799 February 14, 2027 February 19, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,249 February 14, 2027 February 19, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,799 February 21, 2027 February 26, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,249 February 21, 2027 February 26, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,799 February 28, 2027 March 5, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,249 February 28, 2027 March 5, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,799 March 7, 2027 March 12, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,249 March 7, 2027 March 12, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,799 March 14, 2027 March 19, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,249 March 14, 2027 March 19, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,799 March 21, 2027 March 26, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,249 March 21, 2027 March 26, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,799 March 28, 2027 April 2, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,249 March 28, 2027 April 2, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,849 April 4, 2027 April 9, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,299 April 4, 2027 April 9, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,849 April 11, 2027 April 16, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,299 April 11, 2027 April 16, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 1,849 April 18, 2027 April 23, 2027
Single Supplement USD 2,299 April 18, 2027 April 23, 2027
Day by day
  1. Day 1

    ARRIVE IN CAIRO, EGYPT

    Welcome to Cairo. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

  2. Day 2

    CAIRO. EXCURSION TO GIZA

    Secrets of the Sphinx Your Egyptian discovery starts in the vibrant city of Cairo, located on the River Nile, with a guided sightseeing tour that features a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Later, a short drive to Giza is the start of an iconic visit to see some of the most recognizable landmarks in the world - the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORY & MYSTERY Get up close and personal with The Pyramids of Giza - one of the World’s Seven Wonders. Ponder the enigmatic secrets of the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Giza. Marvel at the massive monument of Cheops, the most colossal pyramid ever built with an original height of 496 feet.

  3. Day 3

    CAIRO–WADI EL NATRUN–ALEXANDRIA

    The Mediterranean Pearl Today, depart Cairo and head to the desert. En route stop at [LF] the oasis of Wadi El Natrun and visit a Coptic Monastery. Continue to the charismatic city of Alexandria, located on the Mediterranean coast, and boasting the oldest tram system in Africa. Enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace. (B) 137 mi / 220 kmLOCAL FAVORITE CULTURE & TRADITIONS In Arabic, Wadi El Natrum means “Valley of Nitrates,” due to the presence of eight different lakes containing nitrates in the surrounding area. In Coptic, the region is also known as Shi-Hyt, which can be translated as “balance of the heart” or “measure of hearts.” The monasteries of Wadi el-Natrun are the source of indispensable data for the study of the Coptic heritage, and especially for Coptic literature, art, and architecture.

  4. Day 4

    ALEXANDRIA

    Royal Majesty of the Montazah Gardens This morning, discover the fascinating city of Alexandria with a guided sightseeing tour that includes the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, that commemorates the ancient Library of Alexandria, and the 15th-century Qaitbay Citadel. Visit the Montazah Gardens that were once frequented by Egypt’s royal family. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon and evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORY & CULTURE Originally founded by Alexander the Great, Alexandria was once one of the wealthiest cities in the world and the Montazah Palace gardens are a true testimony of this wealth. Designed to be a place of relaxation and recreation for the Khedive and his guests, they are filled with flowers, trees, and shrubs.

  5. Day 5

    ALEXANDRIA–CAIRO

    A Drive Through the Red Land Enjoy a scenic drive back to Cairo through the El Beheira desert. Enjoy some free time in Cairo before joining your travel companions for a farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D) 155 mi / 250 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDER In ancient times, the Egyptians called the desert the "red land", distinguishing it from the flood plain around the Nile River, called the "black land". These colors reflect the fact that the desert sands have a reddish hue and the land around the Nile turned black when the annual flood waters receded. Over thousands of years, the Nile River evolved into its present shape, surrounded by the Eastern and Western deserts.

  6. Day 6

    CAIRO

    Safe Travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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