Day 01
Cairo and Giza Highlights Tour
- We will pick you up from your hotel in the morning in a private air-conditioned vehicle, accompanied by your tour guide, to begin a day of exploration at one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
- Giza Pyramids Complex: The Giza Pyramids Complex is an everlasting wonder dating back to the early days of the Old Kingdom (2686-2134 BC). It is famous for containing the three divine pyramids of Giza, six smaller pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple.
- The Great Pyramid: The Great Pyramid of King Khufu is an architectural wonder constructed around 2600 BC using 2.3 million blocks of limestone weighing a total of 6 million tons, reaching a height of 147 m. Inside the pyramid are a number of hidden structures, including the King's Chamber.
- The Great Sphinx: The Great Sphinx is a mythical figure from history, created around 2500 BC to honor the legacy of the wise and powerful King Khafre. It was carved from a single piece of limestone in his likeness, with the body of a strong lion.
- The Valley Temple: The divine Valley Temple was built between 2700 BC and 2600 BC to transform the bodies of the royal family of the 4th Dynasty into immortal mummies that would seek their way to the heavens.
- The Grand Egyptian Museum: The Grand Egyptian Museum is a golden portal to ancient Egyptian creations shaped across 5,000 years of continuous innovation and vivid artistic imagination. Within this colossal wonder, you will have the chance to discover some of the greatest archaeological monuments and artifacts ever made.
- Highlights include the Hanging Obelisk, King Ramses II Statue, the 10 Statues of King Senusert, the Grand Staircase, statues of Ptolemaic kings and queens, the Victory Column of King Merenptah, the Royal Regalia, and the Grand Atrium and gift shop.
- There is also a VIP ticket that gives access to a number of additional artifacts.
- Lunch Time: Lunch will be served at a Pyramids- or Nile-view restaurant before continuing to the next visits.
- The Egyptian Museum: The extraordinary Egyptian Museum came into existence in 1901 to shed light on the heavenly artifacts and history of ancient Egypt, dating back more than 4,500 years.
- Al Muizz Street: Al Muizz Street is a historic street in the heart of Old Cairo, established during the 10th century AD. It is home to incredible Islamic architecture and marvelous cafes.
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar: Khan El Khalili Bazaar was established in 970 AD and later expanded between 1382 and 1389 AD to become a commercial street filled with magical cafes and shops offering remarkable artifacts and souvenirs.
- Finally, we will drive you back to your hotel in Cairo.
