Itinerary
Day 1: Giza pyramids,Saqqara &Dahshour
Stop At: Pyramids of Giza, Al Haram Str., Giza 12611 Egypt
Today at 8:00 AM, You will be escorted by your private guide to start your lovely day: firstly, you are going to explore the Giza Plateau to visit the one of 7 wonders of antient world- the Great Pyramid-
Then sure will visit the sight of Khafre (Chephren) pyramid, the second largest pyramid at Giza site, the remains of the funeral temple, also the pyramid of Menkaura (Mykerinus), and 3 small pyramids. Then, proceed to visit the Great Sphinx. The tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple. This temple served two functions: first, it was used for the purification of the mummy of the king before its burial. Second, it was used for making the mummification process of the king. After visiting the pyramids, you'll then continue across the plateau for a photo opportunity of the three pyramids rising from the sands, with the Cairo skyline in the background. Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids, Al Giza Desert, Saqqara 12919 Egypt
After that will visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world's oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2700 BC) for King Djoser, the tomb of a high official, the pyramid of King Titi, and the pyramid of King Unas.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Pyramids of Dahshour, Giza Egypt
Then later you drive south to Dahshour where you can see the first true pyramid in Egypt which back to the founder of the 4th dynasty king Senefru father of Khufu. By the end of the day your guide will return you back to your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Not included
Day 2: Cairo city tour
Stop At: The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, Midan El Tahrir Geographical Society Building, Cairo 11511 Egypt
This day at 8:00 our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel to visit The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, known commonly as the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Egypt. It is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiques which dates back some 5,000 years of art and which is considered the largest and most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, with a representative amount on display, the remainder are in storerooms. The Egyptian Museum is filled with thousands of Pharaonic artifacts.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Coptic Cairo, Cairo Egypt
Then later your guide will take you to Old Cairo to see the wonderful Hanging Church, so called because it was built on the Roman Tower of the fortress of Babylon. Then you will see the famous crypt in which the Holy Family stayed beneath the church of Abu Serga. Then sure will not miss the Ben Ezra synagogue of the Jewish community.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Mosque of Muhammad Ali, Al Abageyah El Khalifa, Cairo 4252360 Egypt
Then, move to Citadel of Salah El-din, where you will see the view of all Cairo. Then, visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque which is considered the largest to be built in the beginning of the 19th century. The ruler of Egypt (1805-1849), who ruled Egypt over 45 years, live there. The mosque is built in Turkish style.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Khan Al-Khalili, Cairo Egypt
Before extending your trip, you will be served with a warm delightful lunch meal at a high-quality restaurant. From there, you will drive to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the most famous and oldest bazaars in the Middle East. After that by the end of the day you be transferred back to your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Not included
Day 3: Alexandria day
Stop At: Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Kom Al Shokafa, Alexandria 21599 Egypt
You will be driven via an air-conditioned modern vehicle to Alexandria. Upon arrival at Alexandria, you will visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, dug in three levels under the ground. The catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa are not only tombs for housing the dead bodies but also it has many artistic features that combine between the ancient Egyptian and the ancient Roman art
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pompey's Pillar, Al Karah WA at Toubageyah WA Kafr Al Ghates, Alexandria 21599 Egypt
Then will explore the area of Pompey's pillar, the tallest and highest pillar standing alone without any support, there you will listen to your guide explanation about the story behind it.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bibliotheca Alexandrina, El Shatby, Alexandria 30100 Egypt
Then move on to visit Alexandria library “Bibliotheca Alexandrina” to see it from the inside.
. Lunch included during the tour in a good quality seafood restaurant.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Alexandria, Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate
Then continue your tour to visit Qaitbay citadel that was built at the same spot where the ancient lighthouse of Alexandria stood. At the end of the day tour, you will be transferred back to Cairo to have a great dinner on a cruise exploring the city of Cairo.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Not included
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