Magical Cairo: An unforgettable weekend full of adventure!

Erleben Sie ein unvergessliches Wochenende in Kairo mit kulturellen Highlights, Märkten und dem neuen Grand Egyptian Museum.
Experience an unforgettable weekend in Cairo with cultural highlights, markets and the new Grand Egyptian Museum. (Symbolbild/ER)

Magical Cairo: An unforgettable weekend full of adventure!

Kairo, Ägypten - On May 14, 2025, a group of family and friends set off for an unforgettable extended weekend in Cairo. Your journey takes you to the lively and fascinating world of the Egyptian capital, where you will not only experience the historical sights, but also the unique flair of the city.

A highlight of the trip is a visit to the old Khan-El Khalili market, which has been known as Africa since the 14th century. Here the travelers can discover a wide selection of goods, from aromatic spices to artistically embroidered slippers to fine perfumes that are offered by a local fragrance magician. To round off the day perfectly, the return trip takes place with a tuk-tuk, a small, colorful vehicle that would be illegal in Europe.

cultural discoveries

The tour group also has the pleasure of visiting a dervish show that is intended not only for tourists, but also for the locals. Your accommodation takes place in the Roma pension, a charming low-budget-high-style accommodation in a neoclassical building that is lovingly managed by an elderly lady. This personal note ensures an inviting atmosphere.

The group is accompanied by Isis, a committed leader with an Egyptian father and a German mother who leads her through the exciting streets of Cairo. A significant part of the program is to visit the impressive Sakkara pyramid, which is older than the neighboring pyramids of Giza. Isis clearly explains the pyramid construction and faith in ancient Egypt. In addition, a visit to the Serapeum is on the plan where holy APIS bulls were once buried.

The Grand Egyptian Museum

Another important event during the stay is the softopening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, which was opened after 20 years of construction. With an impressive area of ​​80,000 square meters, the GME will issue a proud 100,000 artifacts. Including the legendary golden mask of the Pharaoh Tutankhamun, which will be transferred to the museum that day. For those interested, the official ticket website Visit-gem.com

Currently there are already limited access to several areas of the GEM, including the main galleries and the large hall. Special highlights are the Tutankhamun galleries and the Khufu’s Boats Museum, for which, however, access to the official opening is limited. The opening times of the Gem complex are every day except Saturday and Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. On these two days, the opening times are extended until 10:00 p.m.

The anticipation for the experiences is increased by visiting the Greek Club, founded in 1906. Here, visitors not only enjoy the nostalgic atmosphere, but also the wonderful view of the lively Talaat Harb Square. This trip promises to become an unforgettable experience that offers a deep insight into the culture and history of Egypt.

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