2 Days Private Tour From Port Said To Cairo
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 2-day private tour from Port Said to Cairo, where you'll explore the iconic Giza Pyramids, the enigmatic Sphinx, and the ancient Step Pyramid of Djoser. After a comfortable night in Cairo, delve into the rich history at the Egyptian Museum, home to the treasures of Tutankhamun. Visit the majestic Saladin’s Citadel and the stunning Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali. Conclude your journey with a stroll through the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar. Enjoy seamless transfers, a private tour guide, and delicious local meals, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience in Egypt. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Port Said
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Lunch
Port Said/ Pyramids Tour
Sun Pyramids Tours representative will pick you up from Port Said port upon your cruise ship arrival holding a sign of your name and it will takes about 3 hours in transfer to cairo
After that you will be transferred by an air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo, approximately 3 hours, joining a police convoy till reaching Cairo. Arrive to Cairo to enjoy a visit to the Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerine.
Then proceed to visit the great sphinx , the head of a pharaoh with a lion’s body, which dates back to the time of Chephren;
the tour also includes a visit to the Valley temple which belongs to the Pyramid of Chephren.
Continue driving to visit the Step pyramids of Djoser, the world’s oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd destiny (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo.
Accommodation for 1 night at hotel
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Day 2 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Egyptian Museum / Salah Din Citadel/ Port Said
Breakfast in your hotel, then you will be escorted by your tour guide to have an excursion to the Egyptian Museum which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which are considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian artifacts in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to Tutankamon collection of treasures, gold and jewelry which were enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before its discovery in the 1920s when his tomb was excavated. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo.
Then move on to Salah el din Citadel and the Alabaster mosque of Mohamed Ali which was designed by the architect Yousif Boushnaq, a Turkish man who came especially from Istanbul to build this great mosque for Mohamed Ali, the ruler of Egypt. who ruled Egypt for over 45 years
Continue driving to the area of Islamic Cairo (If there is enough time), where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar.
After that travel via air-conditioned modern vehicle to the Port. Back to your cruise ship in Port Said port for your final departure and it will takes about 3 hours back to the port
What's Included
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Lunch
Lunch is included during the tour.
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Pick up services
Pick up services from Port Said port and return are included.
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Transfers
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle are included.
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Private tour guide
A private tour guide is included.
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Entrance fees
Entrance fees to mentioned sites are included.
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Bottled water
Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour is included.
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Shopping tours
Shopping tours in Cairo are included.
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Service charges and taxes
All service charges and taxes are included.
What's Not Included
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Extras
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary are excluded.
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Tipping
Tipping is not included.
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Pyramid tickets
Tickets to get inside the pyramids are not included.
Know Before You Go
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Infant Seats Available
- Passport Required
Please Note
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not wheelchair accessible
- pick up the traveler from the port , Our guide will be waiting you with a sign of your name at the confirmed pick-up time
Mode of Transport
All transfers are conducted by a private air-conditioned vehicle, including a police convoy from Port Said to Cairo, ensuring a safe and comfortable journey.
Accommodation
Accommodation for 1 night at a hotel in Cairo, providing a comfortable stay after a day of exploring the city's historic sites.
Check out our Q&As
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What is included in the tour package?
The tour package includes lunch, pick-up services from Port Said port and return, all transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle, a private tour guide, entrance fees to mentioned sites, bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour, shopping tours in Cairo, and all service charges and taxes. ...more ...less
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What is not included in the tour package?
The tour package does not include any extras not mentioned in the itinerary, tipping, and tickets to get inside the pyramids.
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Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible.
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Are infant seats available during the tour?
Yes, infant seats are available during the tour.
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Is a passport required for this tour?
Yes, a passport is required for this tour.
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Is the tour suitable for pets?
No, the tour is not suitable for pets.
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Is public transportation available nearby?
No, there is no public transportation nearby.
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Can infants sit on laps during the tour?
No, infants must not sit on laps during the tour.
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How will I be picked up from the port?
The guide will be waiting for you with a sign of your name at the confirmed pick-up time.
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What will I see on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerine, the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple, and the Step Pyramids of Djoser. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo, and you will have accommodation for one night at a hotel.
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What will I see on the second day of the tour?
On the second day, you will visit the Egyptian Museum, Salah el Din Citadel, the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali, and, if time permits, explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo, and you will then travel back to Port Said.
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Can you purchase alcohol in Egypt?
Yes, alcohol Alcohol is permitted for sale and available in Egypt, either in better hotels, Nile Cruises, higher-class restaurants and cafes, pubs and Bazaars. You will also find off-licenses as well. The Egyptian people understand drinking alcohol according to different customs and cultures. Please note, though, it is illegal to drink alcohol in the streets in Egypt.
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Can I obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt?
Egypt visa arrival policy applies to the following countries: the United States, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada, all European Union countries, Norway, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Serbia, Malaysia, Macedonia, Japan, South Korea, China (as of May 2018). If you are a citizen of one of these countries, you can obtain a visa with your passport information, personal information, and details about your travel plans upon arrival at an Egyptian port of entry. The visa on arrival is usually valid for 30 days.
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Can unmarried couples stay together in Egypt?
Foreign unmarried couples can stay together in Egypt. Egyptian or Arabian unmarried couples are not allowed to stay together, as it is illegal. The same goes for an Egyptian man/foreign woman or Egyptian woman/foreign man, as it is illegal for them to stay in a hotel together.
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What to wear when I travel to Egypt?
Clothing: Egypt's climate is dry all year round, so you won't require rainwear unless you are going to Alexandria between December and February. In winter you will need light woolen clothes with sweaters, “layers of clothing are recommended. “From December to February travelers to winter clothing is essential. In spring and autumn, a combination of both is advisable for the warm days and cool nights, so pack accordingly. From May to November, light cotton clothes are recommended People in Egypt are used to tourists visiting their countries. You are welcome to wear walking shorts and a short sleeve shirt for sightseeing excursions On board Nile cruises we recommend to dress 'smart casual' to dinner each evening. Swimsuits are absolutely fine for the swimming pools and beaches On days that you visit Holy sites (mosques and churches), you preferably wear slacks, long skirts and long sleeves. If not, they provide in the mosques something long to wear to enter the mosques Strong and comfortable closed-toe shoes are wise choices to keep your feet from sand, dust, or mud. Sandals are not good options, except for beach areas.
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Are there any special customs I should observe whilst in Egypt?
Yes, most Egyptian customs differ from the Western customs due to the cultural and religious differences, as shown below: 1. Most women in Egypt behave conservatively with strangers. 2. Most mosques require visitors to remove their shoes before entering. 3. Use the right hand to eat and give gifts. 4. It is inept to take photos of soldiers, tanks, or any other military property.
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Can I get a visa on arrival from other border crossings other than airports?
Regarding the conditions for obtaining a visa at border crossings and ports, they are applied in accordance with the policy for obtaining an Egyptian visa, as mentioned previously. But kindly note that in some ports, guarantee letter will be required and also permission from the tourism police, to leave the port and return and your travel agent will help you in this case by providing the guarantee letter. It is therefore possible to apply for an Egyptian visa on arrival at the border control for the countries that take the visa upon arrival However, it is strongly advised against crossing the land border as information on checkpoints that issue visas on arrival is not always up to date. Thus, applying for a visa on arrival in Egypt can be done mainly at the following international checkpoints: Cairo International Airport Hurghada International Airport St Catherine's International Airport Borg El Arab International Airport in Alexandria Sharm El Sheikh International Airport Luxor International Airport
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Free Date Changes
Sun Pyramids Tours allows you to make 4 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 7 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Sun Pyramids Tours allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform sun pyramids tours, 7 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Sun Pyramids Tours requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 7 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of sun pyramids tours charges.
Up to 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 10 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
2 Days Private Tour From Port Said To Cairo
2 Days Starting and ending in Port Said, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo
Tour operator:
Tour code:
816933
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
1-
