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Egyptian Pound (EGP)
October, November
5 days
Africa's largest city is home to the last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World — the Great Pyramids of Giza stand at the city's edge, the Sphinx beside them. Cairo is a city of extraordinary archaeological density, where the Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo's medieval mosques, and a chaotic, living urban culture collide.
Pyramids of Giza
the Great Pyramid and Sphinx, the oldest Wonder of the Ancient World
Egyptian Museum
King Tutankhamun's golden death mask and 120,000 artefacts
Khan El-Khalili Bazaar
medieval Islamic market operating since the 14th century
Islamic Cairo
Al-Azhar Mosque, Citadel of Saladin, and the City of the Dead
Coptic Cairo
one of the oldest Christian communities and the Hanging Church
Luxor day trip (or overnight)
Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple
Nile cruise at sunset
felucca sailing on the most storied river in history
Koshary
Cairo's beloved street food of rice, lentils, pasta, and spiced tomato sauce
The ideal months to visit Cairo are October, November, December, February, March. During these months you can expect the most favourable weather conditions for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Estimated daily spend per person including accommodation, food, and activities in EGP.
Budget
EGP 35
per day
Mid-range
EGP 80
per day
Luxury
EGP 220
per day
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