Morning

· The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square
· Spend 3–4 hours exploring the vast collection. Must-sees:
· Tutankhamun Galleries (gold mask, throne, jewelry).
· Royal Mummy Room (extra ticket; haunting and fascinating).
· Old Kingdom statues and the Amarna Room (Akhenaten & Nefertiti artifacts).

Afternoon

· Lunch in Downtown Cairo (e.g., Café Riche, historic venue).
· Islamic Cairo
· Visit the Citadel of Saladin for panoramic city views.
· Explore the stunning Mosque of Muhammad Ali (the “Alabaster Mosque”).
· Walk through Khan El Khalili Bazaar — get lost in the alleys, bargain for souvenirs, and sip mint tea at El Fishawy Café.

Evening

· Dinner at Naguib Mahfouz Café in Khan El Khalili for an atmospheric experience.
· Optional: Whirling Dervish show at Wekalet El Ghouri.

Morning

· Coptic Cairo
· Visit the Hanging Church (El Muallaqa) — built atop a Roman gate.
· See the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, where the Holy Family is believed to have sheltered.
· Explore the Ben Ezra Synagogue — Cairo’s oldest.
· Walk along the Coptic Museum (optional; rich in Christian artifacts).

Afternoon

· Lunch in Old Cairo (try local koshary at Abou Tarek).
· Manial Palace (or) Museum of Islamic Art — choose based on interest.
· Feluca Ride on the Nile at sunset — a peaceful break from the city bustle.

Evening

· Dinner on a Nile dinner cruise (many offer traditional shows) or at a riverside restaurant like Sequoia or The Blue

Full-Day Excursion

· Drive to Alexandria (~3 hours each way; recommended private driver/guide).
· Highlights:
· Bibliotheca Alexandrina — stunning modern library and cultural center.
· Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa — a blend of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman art.
· Qaitbay Citadel — 15th-century fortress on the site of the ancient Lighthouse.
· Montaza Palace Gardens — scenic royal grounds by the sea.
· Lunch at a seafood restaurant by the Mediterranean.

Evening

· Return to Cairo.
· Relax at your hotel or explore Zamalek’s cafes and galleries.

Option A: If the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is open

· Spend the entire morning at the GEM (near the Pyramids). This state-of-the-art museum will eventually house the complete Tutankhamun collection and thousands of artifacts.
· Afternoon: Last-minute shopping at Cairo Festival City Mall or Khan El Khalili.

Option B: If GEM is not yet fully open

· Morning: Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) — home to the Royal Mummies Parade exhibits.
· Afternoon: Explore upscale neighborhoods like Zamalek or Heliopolis. Visit the Cairo Tower for 360° views.
· Final souvenir shopping at Khan El Khalili or a modern boutique.

Evening

· Farewell dinner at a rooftop with pyramid views (e.g., Pyramids View Restaurant) or a fine-dining venue like Osmanly at Kempinski Nile Hotel.