5-Day Family Trip: Pyramids, Sphinx, and Alexandria’s Wonders

5-day Family Trip Itinerary

1st day: Arrival in Cairo & Light and Sound Show

• Arrival: Greeted by our agent at the airport, assistance with paperwork, and transportation to the hotel.
• Evening Activity: Enjoy a special light and sound show at the Giza Plateau during the full moon, learning about ancient Egyptian civilization.
• Dinner: Family dinner at a local restaurant.
• Overnight: Stay at a hotel in Cairo.

2nd day: Memphis City & Giza Pyramids

• Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
• Morning Activities: Explore the Giza Pyramids Complex, including:
  • The Great Pyramid: Built for Pharaoh Khufu, it stands as a marvel of ancient engineering.
  • The Great Sphinx: One of the largest sculptures, featuring a lion’s body and a human head.
  • The Valley Temple: Used for mummification of rulers and queens.
• Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant with views of the Pyramids and the Nile.
• Afternoon Activities: Visit:
  • Step Pyramid of Saqqara: The first pyramid built for Pharaoh Djoser.
  • City of Memphis: The first capital of Egypt, established around 3200 BC.
• Evening: Return to the hotel for the night.
• Meals: Breakfast and lunch included.

3rd day: Old Cairo Wonders

• Breakfast: Start the day with a hearty breakfast.
• Morning Activities: Visit the treasures of Cairo:
  • The Egyptian Museum: Home to artifacts over 5,000 years old.
• Lunch: Enjoy lunch in Cairo.
• Afternoon Activities: Explore:
  • Citadel of Salah El Din: A historic fortress with stunning architecture.
  • Mosque of Mohamed Ali: Known as the Alabaster Mosque, a symbol of independence.
  • National Museum of Egyptian Civilization: Showcasing Egypt’s rich history.
  • Khan El Khalili Bazaar: A vibrant market for shopping local crafts.
• Evening: Return to the hotel for the night.
• Meals: Breakfast and lunch included.

Day 4: Explore Alexandria

• Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast before departure.
• Morning Activities: Travel to Alexandria with a tour guide to see:
  • Kom El Shoqafa Catacombs: A historical marvel from the 2nd century BC.
  • Pompey’s Pillar: A tall granite monument built for Emperor Diocletian.
  • Citadel of Qaitbay: Built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
• Lunch: Family lunch at an Alexandrian restaurant.
• Afternoon Activity: Visit the Bibliotheca of Alexandria, home to a vast collection of books and museums.
• Evening: Return to Cairo for the night.
• Meals: Breakfast and lunch included.

Last day: Departure

• Breakfast: Have breakfast at the hotel before concluding the trip.
• Departure: Return home after an unforgettable 5-day family adventure in Cairo and Alexandria.
• Meal: Breakfast included.

This itinerary ensures a fun, educational, and memorable experience for the whole family!