Day 01
Cairo and the Wonders of Ancient Egypt
- Meet the tour guide at the exit door of the cruise ship in Port Said.
- Drive for 3 hours in an air-conditioned vehicle to reach the amazing capital of Egypt.
- Start your day with the wonders of Egypt: the Giza Pyramids. Once you enter the area, you will be able to go very close to the Great Pyramid of Cheops and stare at that massive structure. Learn about the full history of these 4,600-year-old tombs, with enough time to take as many photos as you wish.
- Optional: Enter the burial chamber of one of the pyramids.
- Pass by the pyramids of Chephren and Menkaure, then stop at the panorama area, where you can take photos of all the pyramids together.
- Optional: In this part of the Sahara Desert, you will have the chance to ride a camel.
- Then, take a short drive and find yourself at the feet of the fascinating statue of the Sphinx, the largest monolith sculpture in Ancient Egypt. This mysterious monument was carved to symbolize the pharaoh's power and wisdom.
- On the way to the museum, stop for lunch and visit a papyrus institute to see how this genuine artwork was produced in ancient Egypt.
- A visit to this museum is a must. With your guide, dive into a sea of 165,000 artifacts and antiquities. The masterpieces of the place are the treasures of the young pharaoh Tut Ankh Amun, including his golden mask, coffins, and the contents of his intact tomb.
- Enjoy looking at the fantastic sculptures, sarcophagi, jewellery, and papyrus scrolls that date back to different eras.
- Optional: Have the chance to see the royal mummies of the great pharaohs.
- After finishing the tour, return to the hotel.
- Overnight in Cairo.
