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DAILY TOURS IN CAIRO:
All our tours are conducted on a private basis, so you are free to make it your own and do it your way.
Our tours include the services of an English-speaking Egyptologist/guide (other languages available on request), entrance fees, pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, and transportation by air conditioned car/bus.
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1- Full day Tour 8 hours (approx.): |
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Giza tour program (Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis and Sakkara): |
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Excursion tour to visit the Step pyramid in Sakkara (Sakkara (Saqqara) is one of the most extensive archaeological sites in Egypt! It was the cemetery for Memphis, the capital of Ancient Egypt, yet it is still one of the virgin archaeological sites, despite the fact that so much has already been found here! The site is dominated by the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, which goes back to 2700 BC. It is one of the oldest stone structures in the world!). Then visit the cemetery for Memphis (Founded in the 1st Dynasty (3100 B.C) by King Narmar, Memphis was the capital of Ancient Egypt, and the first capital city founded after the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt. It remained as the capital of Ancient Egypt throughout the Old Kingdom. Because of the many necropolises associated with Memphis, many Egyptologists believe that it was once an extremely large city, though no archaeological evidence proves this, at present!), then we will visit the papyrus institute, then a visit to one of the Seven Wonders of the World: the Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus), Cheops is the most colossal ever built. Next is a close-up look at the sphinx - a huge funeral complex guarded by the legendary lion body with the face of king Chephren and The Valley Temple. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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2- Half day Tour 4 hours (approx.): |
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Giza Pyramids, The Valley Temple and Sphinx: |
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Excursion tour to visit the one of the Seven Wonders of the World: the Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus), Cheops is the most colossal ever built. Next is a close-up look at the sphinx - a huge funeral complex guarded by the legendary lion body with the face of king Chephren and The Valley Temple. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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3- Full day Tour 8 hours (approx.): |
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Sakkara and Memphis: |
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Excursion tour to visit the Step pyramid in Sakkara (Sakkara (Saqqara) is one of the most extensive archaeological sites in Egypt! It was the cemetery for Memphis, the capital of Ancient Egypt, yet it is still one of the virgin archaeological sites, despite the fact that so much has already been found here! The site is dominated by the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, which goes back to 2700 BC. It is one of the oldest stone structures in the world!). Then visit the cemetery for Memphis (Founded in the 1st Dynasty (3100 B.C) by King Narmar, Memphis was the capital of Ancient Egypt, and the first capital city founded after the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt. It remained as the capital of Ancient Egypt throughout the Old Kingdom. Because of the many necropolises associated with Memphis, many Egyptologists believe that it was once an extremely large city, though no archaeological evidence proves this, at present!). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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4- Full day Tour 8 hours (approx.): |
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The Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel & Khan El Khalili: |
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Excursion tour to visit, The Egyptian Museum of antiquities. On display is a rare collection of 5000 years of art the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artefacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to the Tutankhamen collection of treasures, gold, and jewellery, as it was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1920s when his tomb was excavated. Then visit Saladin Citadel that was built by Saladin in the 12th Century and was the seat of power for the following 700 years. On the premises is the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali, one of the landmarks in Cairo whose minaret can be seen from any part of the city. The Mohammed Ali mosque was built in Turkish style, very similar to the Blue Mosque in Turkey. Then visit El-Azhar Mosque, Al Hussein Mosque and Khan El Khalili Bazaars (One of the earliest and greatest markets in the Middle East). After finish drive back to your hotel. |
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5- Half day Tour 4 hours (approx.): |
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The Egyptian Museum: |
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Excursion tour to visit, The Egyptian Museum of antiquities. On display is a rare collection of 5000 years of art the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artefacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to the Tutankhamen collection of treasures, gold, and jewellery, as it was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1920s when his tomb was excavated. After finish drive back to your hotel. |
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6- Full day Tour 8 hours (approx.): |
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Giza Pyramids, The Egyptian Museum & Khan El Khalili: |
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Excursion tour to visit, one of the Seven Wonders of the World: the Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus), Cheops is the most colossal ever built. Next is a close-up look at the sphinx - a huge funeral complex guarded by the legendary lion body with the face of king Chephren and The Valley Temple. Then visit The Egyptian Museum of antiquities. On display is a rare collection of 5000 years of art the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artefacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to the Tutankhamen collection of treasures, gold, and jewellery, as it was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1920s when his tomb was excavated. Then visit Khan El Khalili Bazaars. Shops in this district are legendary for fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques …etc. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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7- Dinner Cruise 2 hours (approx.) at Floating Restaurant: |
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Dinner Cruise with Spectacle Show: |
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One of the latest fashions to hit the Egyptian capital is going on cruises on the Nile to have dinner cruise. The food is excellent, the live band plays and sings Arabic classics as well as modern jazz standards, the main attraction is the belly dance routine, which usually comes on later in the program, after the main course. Tourists are sometimes invited to share a dance with the belly dancer, so shy individuals should keep well away from the center stage. |
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8- Half day Tour 4 hours (approx.): |
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Old Cairo: Abu-Sergah, St. Barbara, The Hanging Church, The Coptic Museum and Ben Ezra |
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Excursion tour to visit, The Old part of Cairo, as Egypt was one of the first countries to embrace Christianity. We visit The Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, The Hanging Church, and The Coptic Museum which has a large collection of Coptic arts and antiquities dating from 300-1000, and we will also visit The Old Jewish Synagogue Ben Ezra Synagogue. After finish drive back to your hotel. |
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9- Full day Tour 8 hours (approx.): |
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The Saladin Citadel & Old Cairo: |
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Excursion tour to visit, Saladin Citadel that was built by Saladin in the 12th Century and was the seat of power for the following 700 years. On the premises is the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali, one of the landmarks in Cairo whose minaret can be seen from any part of the city. The Mohammed Ali mosque was built in Turkish style, very similar to the Blue Mosque in Turkey. Then visit The Old part of Cairo, as Egypt was one of the first countries to embrace Christianity. We visit The Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, The Hanging Church, and The Coptic Museum which has a large collection of Coptic arts and antiquities dating from 300-1000, and we will also visit The Old Jewish Synagogue Ben Ezra Synagogue. After finish drive back to your hotel. |
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10- Sound and light show at Pyramids Tour: |
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Sound & light show at Pyramids: |
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Each day the sun sets on the bustling city of Cairo, and the famous pyramids on the Giza plateau, south of Cairo, are absorbed into the night sky. These colossal structures are never out of sight completely, as they reawaken at night during the magnificent Sound and Light Show. Thousands of years have passed since the Pharaohs walked the Earth, but with your imagination, they will appear before your eyes. History comes to life with each show and provides the audience with a magical experience of learning about ancient Egypt, while staring up at the pyramids....
THE SHOW:-
Each visit to the pyramids and the Sound and Light show is an enchanting experience not to be missed. We may never know exactly how the magnificent pyramids were built. The Riddle of the Sphinx may remain one of the world’s oldest mysteries. We are visiting the pyramids in the 21st century, thousands of years after they were built, and they will continue to endure for generations. These magnificent towering structures manage to humble us with their size, at the same time as they testify to the great human spirit that created them. An evening performance at the Giza plateaus, where the Pyramids and Sphinx are specially illuminated to tell their story in the sound and light show. There are two performances each night in different languages, and starting times do vary according to the hour of dusk. Make sure to wear something warm during the winter months. |
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11- Cairo Felucca Tour: |
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Sailing Trip on the Nile (at night): |
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Take a relaxing ride down the Nile on a felucca, a traditional Egyptian sailing boat, and see a different side of Cairo. This 1-hour ride gives you plenty of time to experience this unique mode of transport. |
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12- Full Day Tour 8 hours (approx.): |
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Islamic & Christian Cairo |
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Your tour of Islamic Cairo begins with the 12th century Citadel of Saladin. Within the walls of this medieval fortress is Alabaster Mosque and the Qasr El-Gawahara or Jewel Palace built by Mohamed Ali, on a site which was once occupied by Mamlouk and Ottoman palaces. Next you visit the Mosque of lbn Toulon, built in 876 AD, the oldest original mosque in Cairo. Continue to Christian Old Cairo, where the Romans constructed the fortress of Babylon. Built over the ruins of the two towers of this fortress is the Church of St. Mary or El-Moallaqah (meaning overhanging or suspended) which is why the most popular name for this church is the hanging Church. Visit the Church of St. Sergius, founded at the end of the 4th century; it stands on a crypt that is said to have sheltered the Holy Family during their flight to Egypt. Your tour ends with a visit to the Coptic Museum, containing the world's richest collection of Coptic art and treasures. After finish drive back to your hotel. |
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13- Full Day Tour 8 hours (approx.): |
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Dahshour Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara |
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Excursion tour to visit The red and The bent pyramid: the 2 pyramids were built for king Seneferu (4th dynasty of the old Kingdom) the father of king Cheops both pyramids are considered the step before the last on the long way of evolution in pyramid building (Giza Pyramid are the most perfect). The bent Pyramid called so due to its unique bent top, it was believed if they continue building with straight angle the pyramid would have collapsed, it is the only pyramid still have the complete lime stone layer covering the whole pyramid which make it very special. The Red Pyramid is as big as Chephren pyramid but with different angles and in a very good condition, it was called the red pyramid due to the colors of the inside room walls, the room inside is open to visit). Then visit the Step pyramid in Sakkara (Sakkara (Saqqara) is one of the most extensive archaeological sites in Egypt! It was the cemetery for Memphis, the capital of Ancient Egypt, yet it is still one of the virgin archaeological sites, despite the fact that so much has already been found here! The site is dominated by the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, which goes back to 2700 BC. It is one of the oldest stone structures in the world!). Then visit the cemetery for Memphis (Founded in the 1st Dynasty (3100 B.C) by King Narmar, Memphis was the capital of Ancient Egypt, and the first capital city founded after the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt. It remained as the capital of Ancient Egypt throughout the Old Kingdom. Because of the many necropolises associated with Memphis, many Egyptologists believe that it was once an extremely large city, though no archaeological evidence proves this, at present!). After finish drive back to your hotel. |
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14- Half Day Tour 3 - 4 hours (approx.): |
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The Pharaoh village: |
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Experience ancient Egypt like never before at The Pharaonic Village in Cairo. A great family-friendly activity during your Egyptian vacation, the Pharaonic Village is a living museum of ancient Egyptian life.
Sail along canals as you pass by recreated scenes of life in ancient Egypt, all painstakingly produced with the utmost detail and authenticity. The one-hour guided cruise will introduce you to the history and lifestyle of Egypt in the time of pharaohs. Pass by scenes of everyday life, along with recreations of famous events such as the discovery of baby Moses floating on the Nile. A popular attraction at The Pharaonic Village is the replica of King Tutankhamen's tomb as it was when discovered by Howard Carter in 1922. With the original tomb in the Valley of Kings long emptied of its treasures, this is a great chance to see the amazing sight if Egypt's only untouched pharaoh's tomb. You can also learn about the ancient technique of mummification at a demonstration of the process. There is also an Islamic and Christian Museum dedicated to the two main religions of Egypt, as well as a newly opened exhibit detailing the history of Alexandria. |
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15- Half Day Tour 4 - 5 hours (approx.): |
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Manial Palace & Cairo Tower : |
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Excursion tour to visit to Manial Palace where you will visit Mohamed Ali Home, Rooms, the unique Planet garden, Mummified Animal Museum, Treasury and Meeting Rooms. Then proceed to visit the Nilometer at Al Roda Island. Then visit Cairo Tower where you can take photos for the beautiful panoramic view. The Cairo Tower or El Gezira tower or (Brag El Qahari) in Arabic language is considered one of the most prominent features of the Egyptian capital. Its partially open lattice-work design is intended to evoke a lotus plant. After finish drive back to your hotel. |
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16- City Tour 3 hours (approx.): |
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Cairo by night: |
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This is a city tour all around Cairo to see the known places in Cairo. |
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17- Full Day Tour 5 - 8 hours (approx.): |
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Pharaonic village and Khan El-Khalili: |
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Experience ancient Egypt like never before at The Pharaonic Village in Cairo. A great family-friendly activity during your Egyptian vacation, the Pharaonic Village is a living museum of ancient Egyptian life.
Sail along canals as you pass by recreated scenes of life in ancient Egypt, all painstakingly produced with the utmost detail and authenticity. The one-hour guided cruise will introduce you to the history and lifestyle of Egypt in the time of pharaohs. Pass by scenes of everyday life, along with recreations of famous events such as the discovery of baby Moses floating on the Nile. A popular attraction at The Pharaonic Village is the replica of King Tutankhamen's tomb as it was when discovered by Howard Carter in 1922. With the original tomb in the Valley of Kings long emptied of its treasures, this is a great chance to see the amazing sight if Egypt's only untouched pharaoh's tomb. You can also learn about the ancient technique of mummification at a demonstration of the process. There is also an Islamic and Christian Museum dedicated to the two main religions of Egypt, as well as a newly opened exhibit detailing the history of Alexandria.). Followed by a visit to Khan El-Khalili bazaars (a center displaying Eastern goods such as spices perfumes, gold, silver, carpets, brass, copperware, ceramics & mashrabia). Lunch follows. |
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18- Full day Tour 8 hours (approx.): |
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Islamic Tour: |
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Excursion tour to visit, Saladin Citadel that was built by Saladin in the 12th Century and was the seat of power for the following 700 years. On the premises is the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali, one of the landmarks in Cairo whose minaret can be seen from any part of the city. The Mohammed Ali mosque was built in Turkish style, very similar to the Blue Mosque in Turkey. then drive to Gayer Anderson museum witch consists of 2 houses from the 16th and the 17th century built with a unique architecture style, both houses were delightfully joined together, the museum is filled with antique furniture from all over the Middle East, the 2 houses were owned by a British Lord called Gayer Anderson who collected all the antiques in the museum, in the same spot you will be visiting Ibn Toulon mosque one of the biggest mosques in Cairo built in the 8th century with a unique design influenced with Persian style then El sultan Hassan mosque built in the 13th century and is considered one of the best Islamic architectures in the Islamic era,Then proceed to Cairo Famous Gats (Bab): According to Maqrizi there were eight gates but three of replacements still exist and are well known: Bab Zuwayla, Bab Al Futuh and Bab El Nasr. Then visit El-Azhar Mosque, Al Hussein Mosque and Khan El Khalili Bazaars (One of the earliest and greatest markets in the Middle East). After finish drive back to your hotel. |
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19- Half day Tour 4 hours (approx.): |
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The Cairo Opera House: |
The Cairo Opera House is a cultural landmark renowned for leadership, excellence and imagination. It has carved itself a significant place in the cultural landscape of Egypt and the Middle East. Its mission is to:
-Provide first-class productions of ballet, operatic and symphonic works
-Encourage co-operation with other opera companies and orchestras
-Discover and develop the most talented young artists in Egypt
-Support learning, innovation and creativity
-Provide excellent venues, facilities and services to both artists and audience
With its appealing mix of high-quality cultural events, its unique venues and state-of-the-art facilities, the Cairo Opera House is exceptionally well-suited to fulfil its mission and become a symbol of arts and culture in Egypt and the whole world. |
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20- Over Day Tour 10 hours (approx.): |
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Tanis & the Suez Canal: |
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Departure from Cairo in the early morning, driving by car to San el Hagar (Tanis) the delta capital of Ramses II, via the agricultural road, passing on a small town called Zagazig and the site of Bubastis where the cat was worshiped in ancient times. Visit the ruins of Tanis. Then proceed to Ismailia on the Suez Canal for lunch. Return to Cairo by the desert road. N.B. prior to the visit of Bubastis and Tanis a special permission is to be obtained from the Department of Antiquities in Cairo. |
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21- Over day Tour 10 hours (approx.): |
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Alexandria: Roman Theatre, Pompay's Pillar, the Catacomb, Library of Alexandria, Qaytbay Citadel & El Mursi Abu El Abbas Mosque: |
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Early Morning drive to Alexandria by an air-conditioned coach to and from Alexandria (approx. 3 hours each way). Arrival Alexandria, start your Trip by visiting the Roman Theatre (A theatre with marble seats up to 800 spectators, Galleries, Section of mosaic flooring & a pleasure garden surrounded by Roman Villas & baths). Then visit Pompay's Pillar, Followed by visit to the Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa (Tombs on three levels, also contains The Triclinium where relatives used to sit on stone benches to feast the dead, a center with relieves of bearded serpents. Inside, there are 2nd Century AD statues of Sobek & Anubis wearing Roman Armor).Followed by Visiting Library of Alexandria (build in the same spot the historical one was existing the library contains a beautiful museum with very special pieces from the ancient and modern history of Egypt). From out side you will Visit Qaytbay Citadel & El Mursi Abu El Abbas Mosque. After finish drive back to your hotel in Cairo. |
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22- Over day Tour 11 - 12 hours (approx.): |
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El Alamein: Military Museum, WW II Cemeteries, WW II Cemeteries Alexandria: Pompay's Pillar, the Catacomb, Qaytbay Citadel & El Mursi Abu El Abbas Mosque: |
Very early Morning drive by an air-conditioned coach to El Alamein, approximately 340 km far from Cairo. Proceed to World War II remains and cemeteries. Your first stop will be at the Military Museum including displays of weapons, military garb and tanks. Descriptions of the actions of Montgomery, Rommel and the others participated in the battle are also on display. Continue to visit the WW II Cemeteries, located on the west of the town, on a small peninsula overlooking the sea. The citadel like cemeteries is the final resting place for Common wealth, Greek, Italian and German soldiers.
Drive to Alexandria where you will see the Pompay's pillar. Then proceed to Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. From out side you will Visit Qaytbay Citadel & El Mursi Abu El Abbas Mosque. After finish drive back to your hotel in Cairo. After finish drive back to your hotel in Cairo. |
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23- Over day Tour 10 hours (approx.): |
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Over day Tour to Oasis of Fayoum: |
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Early Morning drive to El Fayoum by A/C car (103 Km south west of Cairo). Visit Qaroon lake is considered the oldest natural lakes in the world, the third largest lake in Egypt and the rest of lake Old Maurice. It is considered an interior lake which is not related to any sea and an area of around 53 thousands acres in Fayoum Down. At the edge of the Oasis, there are many ruined temples at Karanis, the ancient city. Then Proceed to Fayoum Museum which is famous for its Roman portrait, then onto Wadi Al Rian where you can enjoy the cataract by ridding a felucca around it. After finish drive back to your hotel in Cairo. |
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24- Over day Tour 11 hours (approx.): |
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El Minya: Tell Al-Amarna, Tuna el-Gebel and Beni Hassan: |
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Early Morning drive to El Minya. Visit Tell Al-Amarna (It is the place chosen by Akhenaton to build the capital of kingdom called Akht Aton (Horizontal of Aton) for the worship of Aton which is represented by the Sun disk emitting rays which end with human hands bestowing life on the universe. This area still has monuments of the temple and places where Akhenaton and his wife Nefertiti lived, and also the royal tombs of which of the high priest Mery Ra 1 st.), Tuna el-Gebel (10 km west of Ashmounein. There are cemeteries with murals decorated with striking paintings, which is a blend of Pharaonic and Greek arts. Its most important monuments are priest Petosiris and lsidora's tombs. The area contains also the labyrinth area which is the burial ground of god Toth. In Mallawi there is a museum that houses most of the relics of Ashmounein and Tuna Al-Gabal). Tombs of Beni-Hassan, where interesting paintings of the old and middle Kingdom are visited. After finish drive back to your hotel in Cairo. |
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25- Cairo Airport Transfer: |
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Meet, Assist & Transfer From / To Cairo Airport: |
Welcome upon arrival to Cairo Airport, smoothing and speeding up all arrival procedures to protect you from being hassled at any point in Cairo International Airport. Moreover, we can help you to get your visa to Egypt upon arrival at Cairo airport. Also, your bags are completely handled by our representative. Then you will be transferred by a private air-conditioned vehicle to your Hotel in downtown.
The price includes:
-Meet & assist at Cairo Airport upon arrival
-Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle
-English speaking representative at the airport
-Trolley for luggage at Cairo airport
The price not includes:
-Entry visa to Egypt |
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| | Price excludes |
- International Flights.
- Visa Entry for Egypt.
- Personal items.
- Meals.
- Tipping.
- Any other items not mentioned.
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Above tours are Daily on Private Basis.
PRICES
All prices are in American USD $ Currency, per person. Contact us for exact price according to your dates of trip and the number of participants.
CAIRO
Cairo is a city that never sleeps; it is a 5000 years old megalopolis stretching to the pyramids. Memphis Necropolis In 3200 BC the legendary Pharaoh "Mena" unified Egypt and created the first state in history, his capital was "Memphis". There parallel to the capital, on the Nile western bank, the "city of the dead" covered a sandy stretch 50 km long. More than 80 pyramids, hundreds of tombs and mastabas bearing colored paintings which represent the daily life of the ancient Egyptians. Giza pyramids and the sphinx built 4600 years ago for the pharaohs Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos. Sakkara steps Pyramid, built 4700 years ago for the pharaoh Djoser, the first rocky construction in history. Cairo became the capital of Egypt in 1176 Saladin built the Citadel and surrounded the old city and the capital, with defensive walls. The reign of Ismail started, in 1865, a new era of modernization: Cairo was enlarged by adding new extensions, wide streets adorned with trees, gardens, Opera house, houses and villas, large hotels. In 1952, a revolution took a place and Egypt became a republic, some of the new cities were built around Cairo to solve the problems of overpopulation. Cairo today is one of the world's largest cities, it is a very metropolitan city, many luxurious hotels, wide variety of restaurants, all types of museums, galleries of arts, Opera house and theaters, 5 large universities, sports clubs and stadiums, zoological gardens and many entertainment centers, movies and shopping centers, the Old Bazaar of Khan El Khalili, a large net of underground metro, bridges and highways, also 2 international airports, floating hotels and restaurants on the Nile, modern hospitals also the banks, aviation and tourist agencies, embassies and cultural centers. And above all of that there are the welcoming Egyptian people.
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