Join the discovery of Ancient pharaonic, Coptic and Islamic Cairo on this fascinating 2 day overnight Tour from Taba Heights to Cairo. See the wonders of the Pyramids and Great Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Old Churches and Mosques, and delight in the colourful Old Bazaar for shopping
Day 1- Fly to Cairo - Pyramids Tour
Pick up early from your Hotel in Taba Heights then transferred by air-conditioned modern vehicle to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for your flight to Cairo where you will be met on arrival and accompanied by your own expert Egyptologist Tour Guide to visit Saqqara, part of Memphis's massive Necropolis, and burial site of the most ancient Pharaohs. Here you will see the first Pyramids build in Egypt, that of the Step Pyramid of King Djoser designed by Imhotep, the ancient Egyptian architect along with a visit to the Teti Pyramid and Tombs in Saqqara. Then transferred to Memphis, the ancient Capital of Egypt to visit the colossal statue of Ramses II and nearby, still half-buried Hathor Temple then drive to the famous Giza Plateau, home of Egypt’s signature attractions to visit the Great Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World including the Great Pyramid of Cheops, Middle Pyramids of Chephren,the smallest Pyramid of Mykerinos and mysterious Sphinx, the Father of Terror to the ancient Pharaohs. The tour includes a visit to the Valley Temple facing the great Sphinx. On the way, lunch will be included then later, you will be transferred to your Hotel in Cairo for some free leisure time. Enjoyable overnight stay. Lunch Included.
Day 2 - Cairo Sightseeing / Back to Taba Heights
A relaxing breakfast at your hotel in Cairo. Your day’s touring will start at the world-renowned Egyptian Museum of Antiquities that was built in neo-classical style, designed by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon and exhibits a collection now of over 120000 masterpieces ranges from Pre-Dynastic era, Pharaonic era to the Greco-Roman period in Egypt. After this fascinating insight into ancient artifacts, you will Move to the Citadel of Saladin overlooking the City from the Muqattam Hills. The magnificent Mohammed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside The Citadel was built in Turkish style and is very similar to the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey and simply considered to be one of the greatest landmarks in Cairo whose Minarets can be seen from any part of Old Cairo. From the walls of the Citadel you can even see as far as the Pyramids on a clear day with amazing panoramic views for photographs. Next will be an opportunity to explore the Christian heritage in Coptic Cairo including some of the early religious monuments of the city such as the Hanging Church (or Suspended Church), this Basilica Church was named for its location on top of the south gate of the Fortress of Babylon. This Church became the centre of the Christian Church of Egypt. Finally you will have the chance to visit the famous Old Bazaar known as Khan Khalili where you will find an array of hand crafted Egyptian gifts and souvenirs. At the end of your day touring, you will be transferred to Cairo Airport to fly back to Sharm El Sheikh with direct transfer to your Hotel in Taba Heights. Lunch included.
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