🗺️ Cairo — 3-day guide
Balance antiquities with Islamic Cairo and local neighborhoods.
🧭 Guide at a glance
- 💡One day for icons, one for neighborhoods, one for a day trip or deep dive.
- 💡Aim for a long lunch each day—book popular spots in advance.
Day 1 – Antiquities & the Nile
morning
Egyptian Museum / GEM
Focus on highlights; consider a guided tour for context.
afternoon
Giza Pyramids & Sphinx
Go with a vetted guide; avoid midday heat when possible.
evening
Nile sunset felouka + dinner
Zamalek has great riverside options.
Day 2 – Islamic Cairo & Bazaars
morning
Citadel & Muhammad Ali Mosque
Panoramic views of Cairo; modest dress recommended.
afternoon
Khan el-Khalili & Al-Muizz Street
Stroll historic lanes; expect bargaining in markets.
evening
Dinner in Garden City / Downtown
Try Egyptian grills or contemporary spots.
Day 3 – Neighborhoods & Coptic Cairo
morning
Coptic Cairo
Visit Hanging Church and Coptic Museum.
afternoon
Zamalek galleries/cafés
Art stops and leafy streets.
evening
Maadi riverside
Relaxed dinner; plan rideshare return.