Cairo
Get the chance and spend these layover hours among the largest pyramids in the world, the pyramids of Giza, and explore the treasures of the pharaohs in the Grand Egyptian Museum. Then, enjoy the authentic atmosphere of Cairo in the biggest market in the Middle East (Khan El Khalili bazaar)
Upon meeting at the airport, start your private tour with your Egyptologist guide to the Giza Plateau. When you enter the area, you will be able to go very close to the Great Pyramid of Cheops. Staring at that massive structure, you will realize that your dream of visiting the only surviving wonder of the ancient world has come true. Your guide will provide you with the full history of these 4,600-year-old tombs, giving you enough time to take as many photos as you wish. You may also choose to enter the burial chamber of one of the pyramids (optional).
Passing by the pyramids of Chephren and Menkaure, you will stop at the panorama area, where you can take stunning photos of all the pyramids together. In this part of the Sahara Desert, you will also have the chance to ride a camel, take memorable pictures, and enjoy the experience (optional). A short drive will then take you to the feet of the fascinating Sphinx, the largest monolith statue in ancient Egypt, symbolizing the pharaoh’s power and wisdom.
You will also visit a papyrus institute to see how the ancient Egyptians produced this unique artwork thousands of years ago.
Afterward, you will head to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where you will explore one of the most modern and impressive museums in the world. As you walk through its grand halls, you will discover an extraordinary collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the remarkable treasures of King Tutankhamun such as his golden mask, jewelry, and royal belongings. The museum offers a unique journey through thousands of years of history, bringing ancient Egypt to life in a captivating and immersive way.
Feeling excited and inspired by what you have seen, the journey continues to Saqqara, where you will visit the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, designed by the great architect Imhotep around 2800 B.C., considered the oldest stone structure in the world. You will also enter one of the Mastaba tombs of the nobles to witness scenes of daily life carved on the walls.
From Saqqara, you will proceed to Memphis, the oldest capital of ancient Egypt and once the center of culture and prosperity during the Old Kingdom. Here, you will visit the open-air museum, which displays remarkable artifacts including the second-largest Sphinx statue, the colossal statue of Ramses II, sarcophagi, and many other antiquities.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to the airport.
Price quotes are in US dollars per person per trip and are valid until April 30, 2027. Please inquire for pricing over Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter holidays.
Reservations should be made as early as possible to book the desired holiday. Space on a given tour will be secured upon receipt a deposit of 25% of the full price. This payment will be 50% during the Christmas and New Year holidays and on packages including airfare. This deposit counts as part of your final payment. Deposits can be made by bank wire transfer or sent via Western Union or paid using a credit card (Visa or MasterCard). Payment should be received within 7 days of booking.
Up to 2 years: FREE
Age from 2 and below 6 years: 25% of adult price
Age from 6 up to 11 years: 50% of adult price
Ages 12 and up: adult price.
Notes:
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room).
If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.
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