DAY 1

Arrive at the Cairo International Airport, assist through the immigrations. Transfer to your hotel on Bed & breakfast basis. Check in and rest of the day at leisure

DAY 2

Breakfast at the hotel. Then enjoy the Captivating city of Cairo.
Highlights of the day:

Memphis

Memphis, the oldest capital of Egypt, was built by King Menes, and lies 24 kms south-west of Cairo. The colossal statue of Ramses II is exhibited in the museum. This is the most beautiful representation of Ramses II. It is made of fine-grained limestone, 13 meters long, and weighs 120 tons. Also in Memphis are the Temple for Embalming the Sacred Apis Bull.

Saqqarra

Saqqara is the oldest Ancient Egyptian cemetery. lt lies on a desert plateau, south-west of Cairo. Above rises the Step-Pyramid and mortuary compound, built by the engineer lmhotep for King Zoser. It is composed of six receding mastabas on top of each other. The Pyramid measures 123.5 by 107 m at the base and about 59 m in height.

South of the Step-Pyramid, lies the Pyramid of Unas, last of the V Dynasty pharaohs. It is noted for its tomb chamber whose walls are inscribed with the “Pyramid Texts”, and whose ceiling is decorated with stars. Near to the Pyramid of Unas lies the Persian Shaft, a tomb of XXVI (Persian) Dynasty, 25 m deep.

Saqqara also houses the Serapeum (Temple of Serapis).
Only the lower corridors remain, measuring several hundred meters in length. Close to the Serapeum lies the Greek Philosophers Circle, which contains statues of Plato, Heraklites, Pythagoras and Pindar. The Mastabas of Ptah-Hotep, Kagemni, Ti, and Mereruka lies south-west of the Step-Pyramid and contain numerous mural paintings and inscriptions portraying daily farming and hunting activities, wildlife scenery, medical practices, and religious and funerary rites.

• The pyramids of Giza- The great pyramids are the only ones surviving of the seven wonders of the ancient world. They are Egypt?s most visited monuments and among the worlds greatest tourist attractions.
• The sphinx- is carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with the head of a pharaoh thought to be the portrait of Chepren.
• The perfumery- Since time immemorial the Egyptians have been extracting essential oils for essences. Here you have a chance to experience the aromas like, ‘The secrets of the desert,’ ‘The lotus’ and all popular international designer perfumes and colognes.
• The papyrus- was first made in ancient Egypt. Learn how to manufacture this paper using papyrus reeds. And you have an opportunity to buy some hand painted papyrus.

Transfer to hotel. Meal plan: Breakfast / Lunch in local restaurant

DAY 3

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for the full day tour.

Highlights of the day

• The Khan-El-Khalili- the most famous of oriental bazaars Khan El Khalili is a treasure of trove of medieval craftsmanship. Shop to your total hearts content for the Egyptian artifacts?or order yourself a sheesha, indulge and watch the world go by?both very enjoyable pass times!
• Egyptian museum- called the museum of the Egyptian antiquities; it is one of the greatest museums you will ever see, housing an unrivalled collection of antiquities reaching back 5000years.
• Coptic Cairo

The hanging church (AL MUALLAQA) – was built in the 4th century over southern gate of the fortress of Babylon .Dedicated to Virgin Mary, its treasures includes a 14 the century wall painting of the Nativity.

Church of St.Sergius (ABU SERGA) – A 5th century basilica built over crypt where the Holy Family is believed to have stayed during their flight into Egypt.

Church of St.Mercurius (ABU SEFEIN) – boasts a unique collection of Coptic art including 175 icons that depict scenes from the old and new testaments, wall paintings, etching and stained glass.

Greek Orthodox Church of Mari Girgis- built on one of the towers of Babylon Fortress, this basilica is round in structure with domed roof.

Pharonic Village

Take a step back in time; about three thousand years back, to be exact. Just a few miles from the center of Cairo is a time machine waiting to take you on a fantastic journey to the days of the Pharaohs, a time brought to life by an incredible group of actors and actresses, faithful and exact reproductions of buildings, clothing, and lifestyles At the Pharonic Village, visitors sail on comfortable motorized barges down a network of canals and view incredibly accurate tableaux of the recreation of ancient Egyptian life. Over a hundred actors and actresses perform all the daily activities and arts of the ancient Egyptians, including agriculture, pottery, sculpture, weaving, and much more.

Everyone that would have existed in an ancient Egyptian city is here in the modern recreation, from pharaohs to fishermen, from potters to priests. Because of this attention to detail, the Pharaonic Village is more than education and entertainment; it is a vital resource in the preservation of our knowledge of the ancient world.

The Nile cruise dinner

Return to the hotel to rest freshen up and meet at the hotel lounge at 1900hrs. Transfer to the Nile cruising dinner for an oriental night, to be savored today and remembered forever. Tantalize your taste buds with the authentic Egyptian dinner. Tantalize your senses with the oriental belly dancing!! Transfer to the hotel for overnight.
Meal plan: Breakfast / Lunch in local restaurant

DAY 4

Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure

Meal plan: Breakfast

DAY 5

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out of the rooms. Day at leisure to shop at the many souks and malls in Cairo.
Transfer to the airport for your flight.
Meal plan: Breakfast

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Rate includes

• Return air fare
• Arrival and departure transfers in Cairo
• Airport departure taxes
• 4 nights hotel accommodation on bed & breakfast
• 2 full day tours in Cairo with lunch
• All entrance fees to mentioned sites
• Nile cruising dinner
• Services of English speaking guide

Rate excludes

• Tips, drinks, laundry and all items of a personal nature.
• Traveler insurance & personal expenses.
• Visa to Egypt
• Any other item not stated as included in the itinerary above

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