DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for Egypt
Depart for Egypt
DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Cairo
Arrive in Cairo, the captivating capital of Egypt and transfer to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure
Overnight: Cairo
DAY 3, Thursday - Three Religions Tour & Historic Cairo Walking Tour
This morning, head to Old Cairo. This area is the original home of the Coptic Christians, one of the world's oldest Christian denominations. Visit the Hanging Church, which was built in the 7th century. Admire the courtyard and interior with its elaborate wooden screen, marble pulpit, and icons. Proceed to Abu Serga, formally known as Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church. This place has great significance as it is believed to be the site where the Holy Family took refuge during their journey in Egypt. Then, continue to the Jewish synagogue, a testament to the once-thriving Jewish community in Egypt. Next, visit the Ibn Tulun Mosque, one of the oldest in Cairo. Built in the 9th century, it features a famous spiral minaret and a vast open courtyard. Opportunity to shop at a local perfume shop, where you'll explore a diverse collection of traditional and exotic scents, while learning about the art of perfume making. In the late afternoon, embark on a walking tour that takes you through Cairo's historic center. View ancient landmarks and uncover hidden gems. Next, participate in an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a reception
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Friday - Full Day Pyramids & Sphinx of Giza, Grand Egyptian Museum
This morning, visit the Pyramids of Giza, built during the 3rd and 4th dynasties of the Old Kingdom. These monumental undertakings stand as a testimony to the skill and determination of their builders. Get a close-up view of the Great Pyramid, built for the Pharaoh Khufu, as well as the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure. Not too far from the Pyramids, view the great Sphinx of Giza, the legendary statue with the head of a human and the body of a lion, amazingly carved out of a single piece of limestone. Next, visit a shop where you can watch a demonstration of how the ancient paper is made from papyrus grass and then browse through an extensive collection of hand-painted works. Continue with a visit to the splendid new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located near the iconic Pyramids of Giza. This state-of the-art museum houses the world's largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Explore the cutting-edge exhibits and interactive displays, that span over 5,000 years of history. Afterward, return to the hotel. Tonight, don't miss the optional Half Day Nile Dinner Cruise. Embark on a delightful cruise along the iconic Nile River and discover the beauty of the ancient Egyptian city by night. Enjoy a Tanoura dance show and later watch a belly dancer perform mesmerizing routines. Take in the views of the city's sparkling lights as you savor local specialties for dinner
Optional: Half Day Nile Dinner Cruise (PM)
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5, Saturday - Full Day in Cairo or Optional Full Day Alexandria
Today is free to explore Cairo on your own. Perhaps, join the optional Full Day Alexandria. Discover the legendary city of Alexandria, a culturally rich seaside metropolis and Egypt's second largest city. Begin the exploration of the city founded by Alexander the Great with a visit to the Roman amphitheater, a marble theater that once seated 800 spectators. Continue to the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, a necropolis hewn into a cliff that consists of 3 levels, dating from the 2nd century AD. View the Roman triclinium - a funeral banquet hall to honor the dead. Later, visit the Royal Jewelry Museum, housed in the former palace of Princess Fatma Al-Zahra. View precious artifacts, jewels, and jewelry of the Muhammad Ali Dynasty that ruled Egypt from 19th to the mid-20th century. After lunch at a local restaurant with views of the Mediterranean Sea, return to Cairo
Optional: Full Day Alexandria
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Sunday - Full Day Memphis & Sakkara
Your day of exploration begins with drive to Memphis, the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom, founded by Pharaoh Menes around 3100 BC. Today, it stands as an open-air museum highlighted by a giant statue of Ramses II. Next, continue to Sakkara, the site of hundreds of tombs, serving as the necropolis for the ancient capital, Memphis. Here, you can view the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser, considered to be the oldest pyramid in Egypt. After lunch at a local restaurant, stop at a local carpet shop. During your visit, you can observe skilled artisans at work, hand-weaving intricate patterns using time-honored techniques. Later this evening, explore El Khalili Bazaar, Cairo's most famous souk. Established in the 14th century, this vibrant market is a treasure trove of traditional crafts, jewelry, spices, textiles, antiques, and souvenirs. Immerse yourself into the lively atmosphere as you navigate the narrow alleys.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 7, Monday - Full Day in Cairo or Optional Full Day Luxor with Flights
Spend the day at leisure or participate in the optional Full Day Luxor with Flights. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. On arrival, begin the exploration of the magnificent West Bank. Visit the UNESCO listed Valley of the Kings, the necropolis of Thebes and admire the tombs of Egypt's pharaohs from the 18th to the 20th dynasties. Next, head to the mountainside Temple of Hatshepsut, a colonnaded structure surrounded by cliffs and learn about the life of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt's longest-reigning female ruler. Visit an alabaster workshop, where you can view a demonstration of shaping alabaster the old-fashioned way. Browse the extensive collection of alabaster pieces. Conclude the tour at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III. These imposing figures, each towering at 600 feet high, were originally designed to guard his mortuary temple. Return to Cairo by flight
Optional: Full Day Luxor with Flights
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8, Tuesday - Full Day in Cairo or Optional Full Day Civilization Museum & Citadel with Lunch
On your last day at leisure join the optional Full Day Civilization Museum & Citadel with Lunch. The tour begins with a visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Be amazed by its extensive collection of more than 50,000 artifacts, depicting the several stages of the development of Egyptian civilization from the Predynastic period to the modern age. Next, visit to a jewelry shop. Browse the extensive collection of uniquely crafted gold jewelry and notice the array of distinctive cartouches, local symbols of good luck and protection from evil. Next, visit the Saladin Citadel of Cairo, a UNESCO world heritage Site. This impressive structure, located in central Cairo is a medieval Islamic fortification. Lunch is included in this tour. Tonight, at dinner, bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Optional: Full Day Civilization Museum & Citadel with Lunch
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9, Wednesday - Depart Egypt
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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