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Ancient Wonders: Rome Athens Cairo (Classic, Air Tax Athens To Cairo, 10 Days) (from Rome to Giza)

10 days
From Rome to Giza
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Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 24
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Rome

    Meet your group this afternoon in Rome and get settled at your accommodation. Once everyone arrives, you'll start with a walking tour through Rome's cobblestone streets, seeing the major historical sites and famous fountains around the city. Dinner happens at a local restaurant where you can try authentic Italian food.

    Meals
    Dinner (Italian cuisine at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Genova (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel Santa Costanza (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Rome's historical sights
    • Italian dinner at local restaurant supporting jobs for people with disabilities
    Landmarks
    Trevi Fountain
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  2. Day 2

    Rome

    Today is yours to spend however you'd like exploring Rome's monuments and museums at your own pace. If you're interested, there's an optional activity where you can make and eat fresh pasta during the day, which is a nice hands-on way to experience local food culture.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Genova (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel Santa Costanza (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Make and eat pasta in Rome
  3. Day 3

    Rome

    This morning you'll do a guided tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum, learning about ancient Rome's history and how these structures fit into the city's past. The afternoon and evening are free to wander around Rome on your own, and your Trip Manager can suggest places to eat dinner if you want recommendations.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Genova (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel Santa Costanza (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Colosseum and Roman Forum
    Landmarks
    Colosseum
    Roman Forum
  4. Day 4

    Rome to Athens

    You'll leave Rome this morning by train heading to the airport. A short flight takes you to Athens, where you arrive this evening. After checking in at your hotel, you can explore the city at your own pace and get a feel for the place before your official activities start.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Dorian Inn (or similar))
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  5. Day 5

    Athens

    A local guide leads you through Athens with entry to the Acropolis included, so you'll learn about the city's historic landmarks and the architecture that makes them significant. If you're interested in food, there's an optional evening tour focusing on Athens' well-known food scene and local dining spots.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Dorian Inn (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Locally guided tour of Athens with entry to the Acropolis

    Optional Activities

    • Tour of Athens' famous foodie hotspots
    Landmarks
    Acropolis
  6. Day 6

    Aegina Island

    You'll take an island cruise to Aegina, spending time exploring the traditional town and seeing legendary monuments there. Later you return to Athens for a group dinner featuring fresh tzatziki and moussaka at a local restaurant. It's an early night since tomorrow involves travel.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Fresh tzatziki, moussaka and group dinner at local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Dorian Inn (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Island cruise to Aegina
    • Explore Aegina traditional town and monuments
    • Dinner at local restaurant featuring tzatziki and moussaka
    Landmarks
    Aegina
  7. Day 7

    Athens to Cairo

    You'll fly from Athens to Cairo, Egypt's busy capital city. Landing this evening, you'll check into your hotel and have dinner provided. It's a good idea to get some rest tonight so you're ready to start exploring the major sites tomorrow.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Pyramids Resort By Jaz (or similar)), Hotel (Cosmopolitan Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Dinner in Cairo
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  8. Day 8

    Giza

    Today is all about the Pyramids of Giza where you'll see the Great Pyramid and the Sphinx up close. In the afternoon, there's an optional guided tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum if you want to see one of the world's largest museum collections and learn more about Egyptian history.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Pyramids Resort By Jaz (or similar)), Hotel (Cosmopolitan Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Pyramids of Giza
    • View Great Pyramid and Sphinx

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Grand Egyptian Museum with local guide
    Landmarks
    Pyramids of Giza
    Great Pyramid of Khufu
    Great Sphinx of Giza
  9. Day 9

    Cairo

    There's an optional guided tour of Old Cairo in the morning where you can visit historic sites like Salah El Din Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque. The afternoon is free for you to relax by the hotel pool and cool off. In the evening, you can optionally take a Nile cruise that includes a buffet dinner and a show.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Pyramids Resort By Jaz (or similar)), Hotel (Cosmopolitan Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Old Cairo including Salah El Din Citadel and Alabaster Mosque
    • Nile cruise with buffet dinner and show
    Landmarks
    Salah El Din Citadel
    Alabaster Mosque
  10. Day 10

    Cairo

    After breakfast this final morning, you'll head to the airport for your departure. It's time to say goodbye to the group and reflect on all the ancient sites and history you've seen across Rome, Athens, and Cairo.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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  • Ancient Wonders: Rome Athens Cairo (Classic, Air Tax Athens To Cairo, 10 Days) (from Rome to Giza) reviewer 1
    · September 25th, 2025
    Great tour, really enjoyed the food and the places we visited
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