Michael Johnson
Aug. 25, 2024, 3:55 a.m.What an incredible tour! Cairo's highlights are mesmerizing, especially the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. The Egyptian Museum was full of wonders. Alexandria offered a fantastic contrast with its diverse history and coastal beauty. Our guide's knowledge and enthusiasm made the tour even better. A must-do for anyone visiting Egypt!
1) Day 1 -Pyramids Tour - Egyptian Museum
You will be picked up from your Hotel by our tour guide to enjoy a great excursion on a Private day trip to CairoThen drive to The Pyramids of Giza ( Cheops , Chephren, and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates back to the time of, and visit the Valley Temple . Visit the Papyrus Institute See how the ancient Egyptians made the first Paper in History by Using the Papyrus Plant, if you like to buy real papyrus Gifts this will be the most suitable place Lunch will be served during the Pyramids at the local restaurant in Giza Then visit the Egyptian Museum The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Tahir It exhibits a rare collection of over 250,000 genuine artefacts that date as far back as 5,000 years, including an exclusive exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamen - A collection of treasures, gold, and jewellery that were buried in his tomb for over 3,500 years before they were discovered in 1920 when his tomb was excavated. If you wish to visit the mummy's royal hall, where you will have the feeling of strolling down the Valley of the Kings where most of these mummies were originally resting then ask your tour guide to take you to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. It will cost 50 $ Extra per person. The New Grand Museum is not officially open yet. It will be opened officially by the end of 2023. but if you wish to visit it we offer limited tours to test site readiness and the visitor experience ahead of the official opening. Access is currently limited to the Grand Hall, commercial area, and exterior gardens. All other interior paces, including access to the galleries and collections, are restricted until the official opening. Optional trip to the sound and the light show at Giza Pyramids and it costs 40 $ Per person With the Sound Light Show at the Giza pyramids, the pharaonic history is being re-told by the sphinx, unravelling the ancient secrets and mysterious tales. The Sound and Light show at the pyramids narrates the history of those great kings; Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Transfer to your Hotel in Cairo
Meals: Lunch
2) Day 2 -Alexandria Highlights
Start your Private tour to Alexandria From Cairo, starting at 08:00 a.m. with Pickup from your hotel by our Egyptologist and transfer by Private A/C Vehicle to Alexandria . The Catacombs Kom el Shoqafa : Archaeologists believe that the Catacomb of Kom el Shoqafa was started in the 2nd century A.D. and was used to intern the dead for the next 200 years. This was a period in the history of the city of Alexandria when there was a great mixture of different cultures. Of course, there was the ancient history of the great Egyptian kingdoms which went back thousands of years. Visit Pompey Pillar: Has nothing to do with Pompey. The story behind the name refers to the possible burial ground of the Roman general when he fled to Egypt and was assassinated after losing a major battle in Greece against Caesar. The red granite column was probably built to honour Emperor Diocletian. Today it stands 25 meters high and is the tallest ancient monument in Alexandria . Visit The Citadel of Sultan Qeitbay: The Citadel was built in the 15th Century by the Mamlouk Sultan Qeitbay, To Guard the City against the threat of Crusaders, This wonderful Islamic Monument was built by the use of the ruins of the old Lighthouse that was constructed by Ptolemy 11 in the 3rd Century B.c. The Lighthouse was damaged during an Earthquake that Occurred in Egypt in 1303 A.c during the reign of the Mamlouk King Sultan Qeitbay. Lunch will be served in Alexandria in Egyptian Restaurant. The Library of Alexandria : The Library of Alexandria was reborn in October 2002 to reclaim the mantle of its ancient namesake. It is not just an extraordinarily beautiful building; it is also a vast complex where the arts, history, philosophy, and science come together. Moreover, the myriad activities it offers have made it a place for open discussion, dialogue, and understanding.
Back to your Hotel after unforgettable 2 days in Cairo and Alexandria