Kid-friendly attractions
Day 1: Arrive in Cairo and enjoy the Light and Sound Show: Our agent will greet the family at the airport in Cairo, help them with the necessary papers, and carry their bags. A private A/C vehicle will transport everyone to their hotel in Cairo so they may check in and unwind.
The whole family will go to a special light and sound display at the Giza plateau during the full moon with their tour guide to learn the complete history of how the ancient Egyptian civilization sprang from the heavenly Nile River. The whole family will have supper at a neighborhood eatery before spending the night at their hotel in Cairo.
Food: Dinner
Day 2: Visit Memphis City and the Giza Pyramids: After breakfast, the whole family will go with their tour guide to explore:
Giza Pyramids Complex
The Giza Pyramids Complex is home to several ancient structures that date back to then 4500 years, including:
The Great Pyramid
The Great Pyramid of Pharaoh Khufu is a stunningly magnificent structure that serves as the only extant example of an earlier era’s wonders. It is one of the tallest and oldest structures on the planet, having been built by his vizier Hemiunu in 2600 BC using 2.3 million limestone stones to reach a height of 147 meters (481 feet) and a weight of up to 6 million tonnes.
The Great Sphinx
(2558–2532 BC) The enormous Sphinx of Khafre One of the biggest and oldest sculptures ever created by humans, Horus of the Horizon, has the lion’s body and Khafre’s face on it. The fabled dream stele of Thutmose IV is displayed in front of the Sphinx.
The Valley Temple
The principal goal of the Valley Temple was to finish mummifying the former kingdom’s rulers and queens.
The whole family will have lunch at a magnificent restaurant with a view of the Pyramids and the Nile before traveling to:
Step Pyramid of Saqqara
The great step pyramid of Saqqara was constructed for Pharaoh Djoser between 2670 and 2650 BC according to the original idea of his vizier Imhotep, who sought to construct a six-step pyramid with a funeral complex and a sizable plaza.
City of Memphis
Memphis City, which was established around 3200 BC as the first capital of all of Egypt under the leadership of Pharaoh Narmer and the divine protection of the god Ptah, the patron of craftsmanship and the arts, is one of the earliest towns ever constructed. It was referred to as the enclosure of the ka of Ptah, which served as the source of the term “Egypt” and was once known in Greek as “Aigyptos.”
The whole family will then make the trip back to your accommodation in Cairo for the night.
Day 3: Visit the Old Cairo Miracles: After breakfast, the whole family will go with their tour guide to see the treasures in the heart of Cairo, including:
The Egyptian Museum
Opened in 1901, the Egyptian Museum is a historical and cultural treasure that houses several monuments and relics that date back more than 5000 years.
The whole family will have lunch in Cairo before traveling to:
Citadel of Salah El Din
Between 1176 and 1182, the Cairo Citadel was built as a strong defensive fortification and served as the seat of Egypt’s government for more than 700 years. The citadel is home to several mosques and museums, all of which display stunning Islamic architecture and design.
Mosque of Mohamed Ali
Mohamed Ali Mosque, a beautiful place of worship built between 1830 and 1848, has become a real emblem of independence. It is regarded as the pinnacle of Ottoman architecture and artwork. Due to the walls’ use of white alabaster from the Giza complex, it has earned the moniker “The Alabaster Mosque.”
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
To shed some light on Egypt’s extensive history and culture, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) was established in 2017. About 50,000 works of art from various periods—including the Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Islamic, and modern eras—spanning more than 5000 years are shown at the museum in the best possible way. 18 remarkably well-preserved monarchs and 4 queens who date back more than 4500 years may be found in the hall of mummies.
Market in Khan El Khalili
In the heart of Cairo, the Khan El-Khalili bazaar, built-in 970 AD, is a magnificent place for shopping. It is home to many marvelous treasures and the most talented local artisans, who have created some amazing decorations.
The whole family will return to their Cairo hotel to spend the night.
breakfast and lunch
Day 4: Visit Alexandria, a fascinating city: After breakfast, the complete family will travel in a private A/C vehicle with their tour guide to the charming city of Alexandria to explore:
Kom El Shoqafa’s catacombs
A marvel from the Middle Ages, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa date back to the 2nd century BC. Its three levels include the Caracalla hall from the early Roman and Hellenistic times as well as distinctive embellishments.
Pompey’s Pillar
Pompey’s pillar, which stands 33.85 m tall and is composed of granite, was built for the Roman emperor Diocletian in 300 AD and is supposed to hold General Pompey’s bones.
Citadel of Qaitbay
The Qaitbay Citadel, which is situated on the Mediterranean seashore, was constructed in 1447 AD by Mamluk Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qa’it Bay on the exact site of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Lunch will be served to the whole family at an Alexandrian eatery.
Alexandria Library
To preserve the essence of the historic library of Alexandria, the Bibliotheca of Alexandria was made accessible to the general public in 2002. The sixth-largest francophone book collection in the world is housed there, along with other internal museums, art galleries, and other facilities.
The whole family will spend the night in Cairo at their hotel.
Day 5: Wrap off your unforgettable 5 Days Family Trip To Cairo and Alexandria: Everyone will have breakfast before concluding their fantastic 5-day family vacation of Cairo and Alexandria by returning home.
