from $450,00

Overnight Trip to Cairo from Luxor

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Duration

2 Days & One Nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

Deutsche, English, Español, Français, italiano, русский, العربية, 中国語, 日本語

Overview

 

Private overnight trip from Luxor to Cairo to visit Memphis, Saqqara, Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and citadel of Saladin with shopping tour

 

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Giza pyramids
  • Saqqara
  • Memphis
  • Egyptian Museum
  • Old Cairo
  • Citadel

Itinerary

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First Day: Pyramids Tour "Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, Memphis"
First Day:  Pyramids Tour "Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, Memphis"

Ancient Egypt Tours Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor, transfer to Luxor Airport for Flight to Cairo, where you will be met & assisted by our Cairo representative, Then drive to enjoy an excursion to visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world The great Pyramid of Khufu’s (Cheops),3 small pyramids You will continue to explore the rest of Giza plateau including the sight of Khafre’s (kaphren) pyramid - Khufu's son, the second-largest pyramid on Giza site,, the remains of the funeral temple, the pyramid of Mankawra( Mykerinus) and 3 small pyramids. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the pyramids of chefren This temple served definitely two functions: First, it was used for the purification of the mummy of the king before its burial. Second, it was used for making the Mummification process of the king. After visiting the pyramids, you'll then continue across the plateau for a photo opportunity of the three pyramids rising from the sands, with the Cairo skyline in the background. Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant Then Move to visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world's oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser, the museum of I mhotep, the tomb of a high official, the pyramid of king titi, the pyramid of king unas, and see the pyramids of Dahshur from a distance. After that transfer to Memphis, which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, The city reached a peak of prestige under the 6th dynasty as a center for the worship of Ptah, the god of creation and artworks. The alabaster sphinx that guards the Temple of Ptah serves as a memorial of the city’s former power and prestige. The Memphis triad, consisting of the creator god Ptah, his consort Sekhmet, and their son Nefertem, formed the main focus of worship in the city. Memphis declined briefly after the 18th dynasty with the rise of Thebes and the New Kingdom, and was revived under the Persians before falling firmly into second place following the foundation of Alexandria and see the Statue of Ramses II-16 meters high, the alabaster sphinx you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Second Day: Cairo Sightseeing " Museum - Citadel - Old Cairo "
Second Day: Cairo Sightseeing " Museum - Citadel - Old Cairo "

Breakfast at the hotel and then you will be escorted by your private guide to visit: The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, known commonly as the Egyptian Museum, in Cairo, Egypt, is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities, and dates back some 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, with a representative amount on display, the remainder in storerooms, The Egyptian Museum which is filled with thousands of Pharaonic artifacts, including the golden treasures of King Tutankhamen. Fascinating objects such as jewels, headdresses, alabaster vases and toys from ancient Egypt are all on display, and many priceless statues and other artifacts can also be seen which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1922s when his tomb was excavated, The Egyptian Museum is one of the first stops on most people’s itineraries when travelling to Egypt. This distinctive museum that houses a vast store of priceless objects, from earlier time to the Greco Roman period is worth seeing. Before extending your trip you will be served with a warm delightful lunch meal at a high quality restaurant. proceed to Old Cairo to visit fascinated built wonders such as the Hanging Church that was built in 3rd and beginning of the 4th century. also in the Basilica style., the Abu Sirga Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue which dates back to the beginning of the 15th century AD It was built in the Basilica style above the cave in which the Holy Family took refuge. End your tour in Cairo with a visit to Amr Ibn El-aas mosque which is the very first mosque built in Egypt. You will continue to explore Then transfer the Citadel of Salah El-din, where you will see the view of all Cairo, as you will visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque which is considered the largest to be built in the beginning of the 19th century the ruler of Egypt (1805-1849) who ruled Egypt over 45 years & it is built in Turkish style. Then you will be transferred to Cairo domestic airport to fly back to Luxor where you will be met by a company Representative and transferred by private air conditioned van class to your hotel in Luxor. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Included/Excluded

  • Pick up services from hotel in Luxor & return.
  • 1 night Accommodation in 5 stars hotel.
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
  • Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Expert tour guide.
  • Domestic flight ticket Luxor / Cairo / Luxor .
  • Shopping tours in Cairo.
  • All taxes & service charge.
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities
  • Tipping

Children Policy

  • 0 – 05.99 Free of Charge
  • 6 – 12 pay 50% of tour price
  • 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person

Cancellation

You can cancel up to 24 Hours  in advance of the experience for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 Hours before the experience’s start time. If you cancel less than 24 Hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Any changes made less than One Week before the experience’s start time will not be accepted. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

from $450,00
Price/Person
Single 650
2 – 3  540
4 – 6 500
7 -10 480
11 -15 450

 

Languages

Deutsche, English, Español, Français, italiano, русский, العربية, 中国語, 日本語

Information Contact

Email

info@ancientegypttours.com

Phone

+20-1008888479

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