This morning, your private guide will pick up you for a full day tour of the pyramids at Giza and Saqqara. Start in chronological order, as it were, by visiting the step pyramid of Saqqara; the 1st ever pyramid built in the history of the mankind “Zoser Pyramid”4800 B.c, built by King Djoser, and then a quick visit to the Carpet School.
Then you will be driven to Dahshour Bent pyramid and the famous RED PYRAMID that located in the desert on the west bank of the Nile approximately 40 kilometres (25 mi) south of Cairo.
Stop for lunch break (drinks not included) then, continue visiting the Giza Plateau to explore the world famous pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, Mycrenos and Sphinx; these structures that have stood tall for 4500 years. Discover the beauty of the Sphinx, one of the largest monolith statues in the history of mankind, enjoy the views and take remarkable pictures. You’ll find your local Egyptology guide a wealth of knowledge and full of enthusiasm about Egyptian history, and their country in general. At the end of the day, drive back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
Meals Included: Lunch
Accommodation: Not Included.
Day 2: Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, Khan Al Khalili or Cairo Citadel
Take your breakfast, then, start your day tour to the Egyptian Museum; home to the fantastic Tut Ankh Amun exhibit, see his golden mask and many of the New Kingdom royal mummies, lose yourself in the many rooms and galleries full of thousands of artifacts.
Cairo’s Khan al-Khalili Bazaar is an essential Egyptian experience – lose yourself in the colors and aromas of this fascinating marketplace or have a chance to visit the famous Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali Pasha At Salah Al Din Citadel. (you need to choose either Khan Al Khalil Bazaars or The Citadel)
Have lunch at a local restaurant (drinks not included) before exploring some of the most famous churches in Cairo. Travel to the Hanging Church and the Church of St. George the Martyr. Both these churches were built into the walls of the Babylon Fortress and their remains could be Cairo’s oldest structures. Visit the Church of St Sergius next before driving back to your hotel.
Meals Included: Lunch
Accommodation: Not Included.
Day 3: Alexandria Day Trip from Cairo
Start with early morning pick-up at 6:30 am for a full day tour to Alexandria from Cairo. Tour Alexandria’s most significant and fascinating spots with your private tour guide. See the Greek and Roman masterpieces ruins at the National Museum, descend into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, with the beautiful artworks, visit the Roman Theater, take in views from the 15-century fortifications at the Citadel of Qaitbay. Explore the New Alexandria library at your own pace. Drive Back in comfort to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.
Lunch will be served at a seafood restaurant between visits (drinks not included)
Meals Included: Lunch
Accommodation: Not Included.
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