Day One: Fly to Cairo from Makadi Bay and see the Giza Pyramids
The trip of a lifetime starts on the first day when you are picked up from your Makadi hotel and driven in an air-conditioned car to Hurghada Airport, where you will catch a flight to Cairo. When you arrive at Cairo Airport, a tour guide will be waiting for you to start your two-day trip from Makadi Bay to Cairo by plane to explore the wonders of ancient Egypt, which are:
Egyptian Pyramids in Giza
The Giza Pyramids complex, which dates to 2400 BC, is home to the three big pyramids, the well-known Sphinx, six lesser pyramids, and a variety of other spectacular buildings deserving of making your two-day trip from Makadi Bay to Cairo one of life’s most enjoyable experiences.
The Great Pyramid
The Great Pyramid of King Khufu is the final remaining marvel of the ancient seven wonders of the world, rising at a height of 147 m (481 ft) employing 2,300,000 slabs of limestone. Visiting it will make your two-day trip from Makadi Bay to Cairo one of your fondest experiences.
The Great Sphinx
The perfect holiday has it all, from a sense of solid splendor in the form of the tallest and widest monument in the world—73 meters (240 feet) tall—to the appearance of the mythological sphinx, which has the body of a lion and the head of King Chephren.
The Valley Temple
Every tourist leaving Makadi Bay will experience eternal life behind the granite walls of the Valley Temple, one of the best-preserved ancient monuments built during the Egypt Old Kingdom (2686-2181 BC), which functioned as the hub for mummification.
Take a break for lunch at a nearby eatery before seeing Egypt’s oldest pyramid:
Step Pyramid of Saqqara
An endless number of wonders, including the Saqqara Step Pyramid, which was built by the brilliant architect Imhotep the vizier of Pharaoh Djoser (2686 BC – 2649 BC) to be the first of its kind and inaugurate the golden age of pyramid creation of the ancient Egyptian civilization up until the end of the old kingdom, can be seen with every step during the enjoyable Makadi Bay tour to Cairo.
Transfer to a 5-star hotel in Cairo to finish the night.
Day Two: Go sightseeing in Old Cairo
Start your second day with breakfast, check out of the hotel, and a 2-day flight from Makadi Bay to Cairo with your tour guide to see the finest sights, including:
The Egyptian Museum
A trip to the Egyptian Museum is like seeing the splendor and enchantment of ancient Egypt come to life in the more than 250,000 objects that span the more than 5000-year-old civilization.
After having lunch at a neighborhood eatery in Cairo, you will proceed to:
Citadel of Salah El-Din
The magnificent Cairo Citadel, completed in 1182 AD by the great conqueror Salah El Din, is a highlight of your two-day excursion from Makadi Bay to Cairo by air. Its towering walls enclose remarkable structures that evoke a sense of majesty and awe, offering a stunning glimpse into Egypt’s rich history. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of this iconic site and experience the vibrant atmosphere of the city. Next, you go to:
Mosque of Mohamed Ali
The Alabaster Mosque, which was built between 1830 and 1848 AD to be a replica of the blue mosque in Istanbul and serve as a symbol of independence and freedom against the Ottoman Empire, will reflect a ray of happiness throughout your tour from Makadi Bay to Cairo. It has beautiful decorative elements.
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is a surreal link between predynastic and modern and current eras via art and recollections. With the aid of the most cutting-edge museological techniques, the museum will employ the simplest and most wonderful means to present all the great art, history, and culture of Egypt that date back more than 4000 years.
You will next go to the world’s oldest bazaar:
Open since 970 AD, the Khan El Khalili Bazaar embodies the essence of the early Islamic era. Here, you’ll find a treasure trove of goods, along with enchanting cafés and shops steeped in history. After exploring this vibrant market, you’ll return to Makadi Bay, concluding your two-day Cairo adventure. We will then take you to Cairo airport for your departure.
