Day 01: Pyramids / Saqqara Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from Alexandria port by the cruise exit door to private air-conditioned car to transfer to Cairo to visit the pyramids of Giza one of the seven wonders of the world and enjoy the great Sphinx for the king Chephren then visit Sakkara where there the step pyramids of Zoser it was built around 2630 B.C as a tomb for the king Zoser and consider the oldest stone structure then have lunch, overnight in Cairo.
Day 02: Egyptian Museum, Salah Din Citadel
visit the Egyptian museum which had 120,000 collections from the pharaonic period also the treasures of Tut ankh Amon which discovered in his tombs in 1920. Then have your lunch after that visit Saladin citadel and Alabaster mosque Mohammed Ali Turkish man who ruled Egypt over 45 years (1805-1849) continue to Islamic Cairo where you will be to Khan El Khalili then drive back to Alexandria port back to your cruise ship for the final departure.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Accommodation in Cairo for 1 nights including bed
✔ Lunch
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Breakfast
✖ Entry Fees (Optional)
✖ Expert Egyptologist guide (Optional)
✖ Dinner Cruise on the River Nile (Optional)
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Adham Compound Hotel
2. Africa Safari Park & Motel
3. Green Leaves Hotel
4. Union Hotel
5. Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria At San Stefano, Egypt
6. Plaza Hotel
7. Hilton Alexandria Green Plaza
8. Indulge El Montazah Hotel
9. Mecca Hotel
10. Egyptians Hotel
11. Borg El Arab Beach Hotel
12. Eastern Al Montazah Hotel
13. Kaoud Sporting Hotel
14. Hilton Alexandria King's Ranch
15. Green Desert Hotel
16. Sheraton Montazah Hotel
17. Hotel Crillon
18. Green Plaza Inn Hotel
19. TOLIP North Coast Hotel & Resort
20. Romance Alexandria Hotel
Additional Info: Pick-up and drop-off at centrally located Alexandria hotels or Alexandria Port
Itinerary
Giza Pyramids Tour, Step Pyramid of Zoser in Sakkara and Memphis
1
Alexandria
Tour Guide will pick you up from Alexandria Port by the cruise exit door, holding a sign of your name. After that you will be transferred by an air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo, approximately 3 hours, with a stop if needed to have a rest, to
Duration: 3 hours
2
Pyramids of Giza
enjoy an excursion to visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world The great Pyramid of Khufu’s (Cheops), 3 small pyramids You will continue to explore the rest of Giza plateau including the sight of Khafre’s (kaphren) pyramid - Khufu's son, the second-largest pyramid on Giza site,, the remains of the funeral temple, the pyramid of Mankawra( Mykerinus) and 3 small pyramids. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the pyramids of chefren This temple served definitely 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.
Duration: 2 hours
3
Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
then Move to visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world's oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser, the museum of I mhotep, the tomb of a high official, the pyramid of king titi, the pyramid of king Unas, and see the pyramids of Dahshur from a distance.
Duration: 2 hours
4
Memphis and Sakkara
After that transfer to Memphis, which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, The city reached a peak of prestige under the 6th dynasty as a centre for the worship of Ptah, the god of creation and artworks. The alabaster sphinx that guards the Temple of Ptah serves as a memorial of the city’s former power and prestige. The Memphis triad, consisting of the creator god Ptah, his consort Sekhmet, and their son Nefertem, formed the main focus of worship in the city. Memphis declined briefly after the 18th dynasty with the rise of Thebes and the New Kingdom, and was revived under the Persians before falling firmly into second place following the foundation of Alexandria and see the Statue of Ramses II-16 meters high, the alabaster sphinx you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Overnight in Cairo
Duration: 1 minutes
Cairo Sightseeing, Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, Hanging Church and Citadel of Salah El-din
1
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
Breakfast at the hotel and then you will be escorted by your private guide to visit: The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities, and dates back some 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, with a representative amount on display, The Egyptian Museum which is filled with thousands of Pharaonic artifacts, including the golden treasures of King Tutankhamen. Fascinating objects such as jewels, headdresses, alabaster vases and toys from ancient Egypt are all on display, and many priceless statues and other artifacts can also be seen which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1922s when his tomb was excavated, The Egyptian Museum is one of the first stops on most people’s itineraries when travelling to Egypt. from earlier time to the Greco Roman period is worth seeing,
Duration: 2 hours
2
Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary)
After lunch, proceed to Old Cairo to visit fascinated built wonders such as the Hanging Church that was built in 3rd and beginning of the 4th century. also in the Basilica style.
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Synagogue Ben Ezra
the Abu Sirga Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue which dates back to the beginning of the 15th century AD It was built in the Basilica style above the cave in which the Holy Family took refuge.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As
End your tour in Cairo with a visit to Amr Ibn El-aas mosque which is the very first mosque built in Egypt.
5
Cairo Citadel
You will continue to explore Then transfer the Citadel of Salah El-din, where you will see the view of all Cairo, as you will 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 & it is built in Turkish style,Before extending your trip you will be served with a warm delightful lunch meal at a high quality restaurant. After lunch,There you will drive to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, (if there's enough time), one of the most famous and oldest bazaars in the Middle, After that travel via air-conditioned modern vehicle Back to Alexandria.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
