Ready to visit awesome Egypt? If so, then you better spend at least three days only in Cairo. Cairo is the capital of Egypt. Before exploring the other incredible cities in Egypt, you should know how to spend 3 days in Cairo Egypt first. Then you are free to spend some other days somewhere else.
Egypt is full of wonders. Pyramids are only some examples of incredible wonders you are about to see when visiting Egypt. Since pyramids are not the only place you are about to visit, get your note ready and write down these incredible places and activities before visiting the country.
How to Spend 3 Days in Cairo Egypt
There are too many things you can do during your visit to Cairo. But if you can’t spend more than three days, you need to note these most amazing activities and do them all when you are still in Cairo. It is safe now to fly to Egypt and spend your vacation in Cairo by doing these:
1. Make wishes at Giza pyramids
Giza Plateau has three awesome pyramids waiting for you to explore. The biggest pyramid here is the Great Pyramid. The other two pyramids around it are smaller yet amazing to explore. You can take a camel ride around the pyramids, enter the pyramids, and take selfies with the Sphinx here.
Inside the biggest pyramid in Giza, you will find the King’s Chamber. This is a hot and dark chamber where you will see a sarcophagus made of granite. After exploring the interior of the Great Pyramid, continue exploring the smaller pyramids.
2. Visit the Citadel
Another idea of how to spend 3 days in Cairo Egypt is by visiting the Citadel. There are two reasons why you should visit the Citadel. The first reason is that Citadel is a car-free place you will find in this town. There, you will find many activities you can do comfortably.
The second reason why you should visit Citadel on your first day in Cairo is because this is an excellent place where you will enjoy a gorgeous view over the capital. If you come on a clear day, you will also be able to see the Pyramids far away.
3. Explore Coptic Cairo’s churches
Coptic Cairo is considered the oldest district of Cairo. Coptic has been home for many people since the 6th century BC. The district remains Christianity’s stronghold in the country until today. This is the most peaceful place you will see, no noise, no traffic, perfect place to wander around.
In Coptic Cairo, the most famous sight you are about to see is the Hanging Church. The word ‘hanging’ is used because the church was built right on a Roman fortress’s passage and is suspended right over the ground. Some parts of the church’s floor are made of glass.
The glass floor allows all visitors to the church to see what’s under the church: the extraordinary Roman gatehouse.
4. Visit Egypt’s Round Church
Close to the Hanging Church, you will see St. George Church and Monastery. Those buildings are also in the Coptic Cairo but are less famous compared to the Hanging Church. However, the architecture of this unique church is unique and stunning. The shape of this church is round.
Though round churches can be found anywhere in many other countries, Egypt only has one round church, it is the St. George Church and Monastery. It wasn’t built to resemble Jerusalem’s Holy Sepulchre. It has a round shape since that shape was more practical than the other shapes.
St. George Church was built above the Roman tower. You can still see the foundations of the Roman tower today.
5. Climb the Cairo Tower
Cairo Tower is the tallest building you will find not only in Egypt but also in North Africa. Its height reaches up to 187 meters. Between 1961 and 1971, Cairo Tower was considered the tallest structure in Africa. But Johannesburg’s Hillbrow Tower surpassed this building’s height.
You will find Cairo Tower on Gezira Island. In order to reach the top of this tower, you need to pay 200 LE before you start climbing. Or you can also enjoy a fantastic dinner at a restaurant that is located on top of the tower. Dinner will be the most romantic one with awesome Pyramids views as background.
Actually, the main view you will see from the tower’s top is the city’s scenic views. But when the weather is clearer, it isn’t impossible to spot Pyramids.
The Best Time to Explore Cairo
If you really want to enjoy your three days in Cairo, you need to know when is the right time to book your flight and explore the city. Below are some guides you better learn about the right time to visit Cairo. Make sure you book the best tour to Cairo after reading about these details below, not before.
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Visit between October and April
October to April is the best time to explore Cairo. The weather in the country is pleasant and dry, not too hot for everyone. Cairo is close to the desert which means this city will always dry during the year. But the hottest time will be in summer, starting in May.
Starting from May, the temperatures around the city will be higher than 40 degrees Celsius. Going outside will be too difficult with that weather. If your only chance to visit Cairo is during summer, you need to get to the desert in the morning when the weather is cooler.
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Avoid visiting Cairo from December to February
Those months are the peak tourist season. Visiting Cairo during Christmas and New Year’s break will only give you stress since there will be too many people in so many destinations. You won’t enjoy your trip around the city.
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That’s how to spend 3 days in Cairo Egypt more comfortably. If you want to explore many more places during your three day vacation, contact us at +20 120 250 0027. Exodustravel.net love to recommend to you the best places to visit so that your limited stays in the city will be more effective.