May 21, 2024
Salah El-Din Citadel
Located on a notable hill in Cairo, Egypt, the Salah El-Din Citadel is a massive fortress with a ric...
When in El Gouna, don´t waste the special opportunity to visit Cairo and explore some phenomenal Great Cairo highlights: the Pyramids and the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar and have lunch in one of the native restaurants. A Cairo day tour from El Gouna is just what one needs to feel the heart of Egypt in an unforgettable day.
Cairo attracts a big number of tourists to see El Gouna day tours. The timeless monuments were constructed in the Fourth Dynasty, but Giza was never otherwise considered throughout the New Kingdom and the Third Intermediate Period. On your Cairo day trip, you will hear some of the great, amazing stories and mysteries of these architectural wonders and delve into Egypt's ancient heritage with your professional guide.
Various theories stand on how the pyramids were made, but really, the ancient Egyptians remain incredible to this day. Somehow, the Great Pyramid was made into one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and seeing it is truly an eye-opening experience on any Cairo day tour. As you continue your Egypt day tour, many more wonderful facts and secrets will unfold about ancient Egypt, leaving you and your tour full of discovery and awe.
Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in El Gouna for your El Gouna day tours, to drive you to Hurghada airport, for a flight to Cairo. A happy Egypt tour guide will be waiting for you outside the arrival terminal with your name to commence your tour :
The Egyptian Museum:
No Cairo day tour is successfully wrapped up if the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square is not visited. This magnificent museum houses the largest array of Ancient Egyptian artifacts, arraying along over 120,000 treasures that tell the story of one of the greatest civilizations in the world.
On the first floor, there are some artifacts from dynasties 29 and 30, with some items from the tombs of the Valley of the Kings, in particular the amazing treasure of King Tutankhamon.
There are two special rooms containing several mummies.
Note: the mummies’ room has a private ticket.
Saladin’s Citadel:
The top Cairo day tours and day trips cannot be complete without visiting Saladin’s Citadel, which, with its magnificent vistas of the city, sheds light on Egypt’s Islamic heritage. Having been founded in the 12th century by the great ruler Salah ad-Din (Saladin), this impressive fortress served as the stronghold of Cairo before it was attacked by Crusaders.
During the 19th century, Mohamed Ali built his popular mosque there, which is known as Mohamed Ali mosque.
Khan El Khalili:
Located right in the heart of Old Cairo, Khan El Khalili Bazaar is said to be among the oldest and most famous markets in the Middle East. During the 14th century, the thriving emporium was a symbol of Egypt's rich culture and traditional handicrafts.
There is a big collection of shops, workshops, and coffee shops.
Lunch: Enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant, where you can sample traditional dishes such as koshari, falafel, or grilled kebabs.
Breakfast at the hotel and start your tour :
The Giza Pyramids and Sphinx:
giza pyramids tour from cairo, the land of the dead. Guarded by the Great Pyramids and Sphinx, the plateau is dominated by the massive pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. To the south of the Great Sphinx, lies the cemetery and Town of the Pyramids Builders.
The pyramids are indeed remarkable feats of engineering. But the question is
why the pyramids constructed?
The pyramids were constructed in the 4th dynasty, but Giza remained important through the New Kingdom and the 3rd intermediate period.
There are so many theories about the techniques of the construction of the pyramids.
Notes: Tickets for entry inside the pyramids aren’t included.
Saqqara:
The Saqqara tour on one day in Cairo, it is a very vast burial ground, serving as the cemetery of Memphis, the first capital of Egypt. It includes the famous step pyramid of Djoser and some other mastabas.
The step pyramid complex is the oldest stone structure in history.
Some pyramids were built at Saqqara by the kings of the 5th and 6th dynasties, such as Userkaf, Unas, Pepi I, and Pepi II.
Some private tombs of the Old Kingdom were built there. The best-known tombs are those of Ti, Kagemni, Ptah Hotep, and Meruruka. Know more about this through Cairo attraction.
Lunch: Enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
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El Gouna has many activities ranging from snorkeling, diving, and kite surfing to golfing and lounging on its gorgeous beaches. Additionally, one can visit the local marina, take boat trips, and enjoy the nightlife scene.
Indeed, El Gouna is a huge destination for diving and snorkeling due to the easy access to the nearby coral reefs and some shipwrecks in the Red Sea. Diving is unique in that there are many places in the area that offer courses or training for divers of all experience levels.
It is recommended to travel to El Gouna in the period between October and April because of the favorable climate allowing for any outdoor activities.
There are several methods in which to buy things in El Gouna; there are local artisan markets and clothing shops, boutiques for clothes, accessories, confectionary, jewelry, and other handmade trinkets. Do not exclude the traditional bazaar when searching for souvenirs.
Entertainment includes beach bars, live music, nightclubs, and events at the marina and downtown at El Gouna.
Tourist attractions that are found in the destination include the El Gouna Film Festival and music festivals, arts, and entertainment.
Yes, there are desert safaris, quad biking, and camel riding. Also, you can enjoy Bedouin dinner in the neighboring desert.
El Gouna consists of art galleries, local art and crafts shops, and various other cultural activities such as exhibitions and shows by artists from the region.
Yes, El Gouna offers amazing Red Sea snorkeling tours to locations like Orange Bay, Giftun Island, and nearby coral reef spots with crystal-clear water and rich marine life.
Luxor is approximately 4–5 hours by private car from El Gouna, making it a full-day excursion where you can explore iconic sites like Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings.
The most popular El Gouna Day Tours include Luxor temple tours, Valley of the Kings excursions, Orange Bay and Giftun Island snorkeling trips, and desert safari adventures in the Eastern Desert.
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