Cairo in a Day: Pyramids, Pharaohs & a Nile Sunset 🏺🛶

🌇 1 Day in Cairo, Egypt | Pyramids, Bazaars & Falafel 🏺🐫 📍Morning: Ancient Wonders • Giza Pyramids (أهرامات الجيزة) – Sunrise at the Great Pyramid of Khufu 🛕 • Sphinx (أبو الهول) – Snap a selfie with this mysterious guardian 🐆 • Camel Ride or ATV Tour – Epic desert views with pyramid backdrops 🐪 📸 Photo Tip: Head to the panoramic viewpoint for all three pyramids + golden hour glow 🌅 🥘 Brunch: Felfela Restaurant – Iconic spot for falafel, taameya & fresh pita 🫓 ⸻ 📍Afternoon: History + Heartbeat of the City • Egyptian Museum (متحف الآثار المصرية) – Tutankhamun’s gold mask & mummies 🏺 • Tahrir Square – Cairo’s political and cultural core 🌍 • Lunch: Koshary Abou Tarek – National dish of lentils, pasta, & spice explosion 🍲 ⸻ 📍Evening: Bazaar Magic & Rooftop Vibes • Khan El Khalili Bazaar (خان الخليلي) – Gold, spices, lamps, & souvenirs ✨ • Al-Azhar Mosque – Visit one of the oldest Islamic universities (dress respectfully) 🕌 • Sunset Drink: Rooftop cafe at El Fishawy – Sips with minaret views & oud music 🎶 🍽️ Dinner: Zooba – Hip Egyptian street food with a modern twist (try the hawawshi!) 🍖 🌙 Optional Late Night: • Nile River Cruise with Dinner & Tanoura Dance – Dine while floating past Cairo’s skyline 🚢 • Zamalek nightlife – Chill cafes & jazz bars on this leafy island 🎷 ⸻ 📍📍 Must-Visit Attractions • Giza Pyramids & Sphinx • Egyptian Museum • Khan El Khalili • Al-Azhar Mosque • Tahrir Square 🥘🥘 Must-Try Food • Koshary • Taameya (Egyptian falafel) • Hawawshi (spiced meat pita) • Fresh sugarcane juice • Mint tea in Khan El Khalili 📷📷 Photo Spots • Pyramids at sunrise • Sphinx side profile • Inside Khan El Khalili with lanterns • Rooftop views from El Fishawy 📣📣 Tips ✔️ Wear sunscreen + hat at the pyramids ☀️🧢 ✔️ Cash is king – carry Egyptian pounds 💵 ✔️ Bargain respectfully at the bazaar 💬 ✔️ Dress modestly for mosques 🙏 🏠🏠 Accommodation Suggestion: Marriott Mena House – Sleep with pyramid views from your window 🏨 ⸻ #cairoinaday #pyramidpower #egyptianeats #middleeastmoments [📸 Photo idea: You on a camel with the pyramids in the back 🐪📸] ⸻ Like ❤️ | Save 📌 | Share ↗️ for your epic Cairo day trip!