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38 | Egypt Destination Guide CAIRO Day 1-2 DAY 1 - CAIRO Arrive in Cairo, Egypt's exhilarating capital. This historic, bustling city was made prosperous over millennia as a stopover for Sahara caravans on trade routes to Byzantium. Transfer to your centrally located hotel for a 3-night stay. DAY 2 - CAIRO Today, the fascinating sights of Cairo unfold before you. Travel to see Sakkara, the world's oldest step pyramid. Then, tour the Citadel of Saladin, perched on a rocky hill, followed by time to discover the Mosque of Muhammad Ali. This evening, consider an optional guided visit to experience a kaleidoscope of sights, sounds and scents at Khan el-Khalili, Cairo's centuries- old souk, followed by a traditional dinner. Khan el-Khalili Market Experience the energy and centuries-old tradition of shopping in Cairo, followed by a traditional dinner. Drive to Khan el-Khalili where Old Cairo comes to life. Its narrow warrens are teeming with all manner of goods. After an orientation, you will have time to browse its stalls selling brassware, lanterns and jewellery. OPTIONAL Giza Pyramid & Grand Egyptian Museum Discover over 100,000 artefacts and King Tut's treasures. Learn about ancient Egypt's dynasties and achievements before travelling to the Giza Plateau to admire the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, the imposing Great Pyramid of Khufu and the Great Sphinx of Giza. INCLUDED C A IRO SA K K A R A SHORE EXCURSIONS IN CAIRO

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