After enjoying your breakfast at the hotel in Cairo, you will meet your guide to start your 12-day Egypt tour in Cairo by visiting:
Giza Pyramids Complex
Giza Pyramids Complex tour is your gateway to the essence of the ancient Egyptian civilization, where the ancient Egyptians achieved greatness. You will see the three Pyramids, which are the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Middle Pyramid of Khafre, and the Small Pyramid of Menkaure. Then move to visit:
Khufu Pyramid
The Great Pyramid of Khufu is a colossal monument and an extraordinary masterpiece of ancient engineering. Built around 2570 BC to serve as the final resting place of Pharaoh Khufu, traditionally dated to the 26th century BC, it currently stands at a height of 138.5 meters (454.4 ft). Today, it remains an enduring symbol of Egypt and stands proudly as the only surviving member of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The Great Sphinx
The Great Sphinx is one of the greatest and most beautiful statues in the world that was carved from a giant limestone block to honor the magnificent heritage of Pharaoh Khafre (2558–2532 BC) by carving his face in the body of a colossal lion.
The Valley Temple
The ancient Egyptians believed in life after death, so the Valley Temple was associated with royal mortuary rituals and purification ceremonies, such as the symbolic opening of the mouth ceremony. There were large chambers in the valley temple, and some of them have been used in the embalming and the sanctifying of the king's body.
The Grand Egyptian Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is a state-of-the-art cultural institution located near the Giza Pyramids, custom-built to showcase the world’s most comprehensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, spanning over 5,000 years of history. Within this monumental museum, you will explore thousands of magnificent treasures and unique exhibits, including:
The Hanging Obelisk, the 10 Statues of King Senusret, King Ramses II Statue, the Statues of Ptolemaic Kings and Queens, the Grand Staircase, The epic Royal Regalia, the Victory Column of King Merneptah, and the Grand Atrium & Gift Shop.
The museum offers a VIP ticket which provides access to some very Unique wonders, for more info contact us at any time.
Lunch Meal
After that, you will have your delicious lunch at a Pyramids / Nile view restaurant, then you will move to visit:
Saqqara Step Pyramid
Saqqara step pyramid is one of the most successful creations of ancient Egyptian architecture that was designed by Imhotep to act as the worship center for King Djoser that was made between 2670–2650 BC. It is a final resting place that has an incredibly complex filled with marvels.
Overnight
Finally, you will return back to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.