Egypt
Tourism in Egypt is down in recent years, but with a focus on guest safety and hospitality, numbers are back on the rise. The Great Pyramids, last remaining of the original Seven Wonders of the World, is a bucket list item that will not disappoint. With museums, archeological sites, markets, and so much more, the Cairo area has more history than you could possible cram into a single trip - but you should try!
Guide to Cairo
Cairo, Egypt
4 Day Itineary
Day 1: Arrive and enjoy the pyramid view and evening light show
Day 2: Guided Tour at Pyramids of Giza/Camel Riding/Memphis/Saqqarah
Day 3: Visit the Khan El Khalili market and Nile River
Day 4: Egypt museums and depart
This was our itinerary. See other itinerary suggestions below!
How To Use This Map
This map is created in Google Maps. Click on it to open in a new window. Then click the icon at the top that says "open with my google maps." The map will become interactive. You can see the towns we stayed in and many of the stops we made along the way. Each one also includes a photo! Enjoy!
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Visit the Giza Pyramids
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Take a camel ride
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Watch the Pyramids light show
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Visit Sakkara to see the step pyramid and a variety of other pyramids
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Explore Memphis to see huge statues
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Walk through a market
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Enjoy the Nile by dinner cruise or lookouts
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Check out the museums in Cairo
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Outside of Cairo:
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Visit and Dive the Red Sea
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Luxor
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Alexandria
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Things To Do!
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Egyptian barbecue is a local favorite!
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Fresh squeezed fruit juices - mango is our favorite!
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Eggplant and chickpea dip
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Roasted eggplant salad
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Egyptian Tea
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Pita bread
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Vegetable dumplings
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Beans
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Sugary desserts
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Egypt is a Muslim country so you won't see much Pork
Food To Try!
You can ride a camel while visiting the Giza Pyramids. Be prepared to haggle if you don't go with a tour.
Pretty much all Egyptians are skilled photographers when it comes to the creative shots. They will take a TON of photos for you!
They are SO big!
You can ride a camel while visiting the Giza Pyramids. Be prepared to haggle if you don't go with a tour.
Our favorite Cairo places!