Package 8 Days 7 Nights Cairo & Xmas, NY by Air

Day 1: Arrival Cairo

1. Sun Pyramids Tours
   Pass by
   Welcome to Cairo, Egypt (Around The Clock)
   Your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport (Arrival procedures) and then he will escort you to the hotel by exclusive air-conditioned vehicle. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: Giza Pyramids and Sakkara

1. The Pyramids Of Giza
   2h · Admission ticket included
   you will be accompanied by your personl guide to Giza Plateau to visit the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus – Famous Sphinx and Valley temple facing the great statue.
2. Pyramids of Dahshour
   2h · Admission ticket included
   proceed to Saqqara area to visit Saqqara Complex and first pyramid ever built (Djoser Pyramid). Move to Memphis; Old kingdom’s capital and famous Necropolis. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 3: Cairo Sightseeing Tours

1. Egyptian Museum
   1h · Admission ticket included
   you will be escorted by your private guide to visit: Egyptian Museum.
2. 1h
   then moving to visit Salah El Din Citadel including Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside.
3. Coptic Cairo
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Continue to Coptic Cairo to visit the museum,
4. The Hanging Church
   20m · Admission ticket included
   Hanging Church to visit and enjoy timing.
5. Synagogue Ben Ezra
   20m · Admission ticket included
   and Ben Ezra Synagogue to visit and enjoy timing.

Day 4: Fly Cairo to Aswan

1. Aswan High Dam
   30m · Admission ticket included
   The High Dam, located in Aswan, Egypt, is a major engineering marvel completed in 1970. It spans the Nile River and was built to control flooding, generate hydroelectric power, and provide water for irrigation. The dam created Lake Nasser, one of the largest artificial lakes in the world.
2. Unfinished Obelisk
   30m · Admission ticket included
   The Unfinished Obelisk, located in Aswan, is an ancient granite obelisk that was never completed. Dating back to the 18th Dynasty, it was intended to be the largest obelisk ever erected, measuring about 137 feet long. Its unfinished state provides valuable insights into ancient Egyptian stone-cutting techniques.
3. Temple of Philae
   2h · Admission ticket included
   The picturesque Philae Temple was built in honor of the goddess Isis on Philae Island during the Ptolemaic period, between 380 and 362 BC. In modern times, it was rescued from destruction with the aid of UNESCO. Its walls intricately depict the tales of Isis and Osiris, showcasing Isis's sacrifice and her role in resurrecting Osiris. Additionally, the temple once served as a place of Christian worship.
   You’ll wrap up your unforgettable tour by returning to your Nile Cruise. As the day winds down, take in the stunning surroundings and get ready for your Amazing the next day.
   Overnight
   Overnight in Aswan.

Day 5: Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples

1. Kom Ombo Temple
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Kom Ombo Temple, is unique for its dual dedication to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. Built during the Ptolemaic period (180–47 BCE), the temple features symmetrical twin sections, each with its own sanctuaries and halls. The site includes fascinating reliefs, statues, and a crocodile museum displaying mummified crocodiles.
2. Edfu
   2h
   Edfu Temple, is one of the best-preserved ancient temples in the country. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, it was built during the Ptolemaic period between 237 and 57 BCE. The temple features impressive reliefs, statues, and inscriptions detailing ancient religious rituals and mythology.
   
   Overnight

Day 6: Luxor Tours

1. Valley of the Kings
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Valley of the Kings, located on the West Bank of the Nile near Luxor, Egypt, is a renowned burial site of pharaohs and nobles from the New Kingdom period (1550-1070 BCE). It houses over 60 tombs, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun. The tombs are richly decorated with elaborate wall paintings and inscriptions that depict scenes from Egyptian mythology and the afterlife. This archaeological site offers invaluable insights into ancient Egyptian burial practices, art, and beliefs about the afterlife.
2. Hathor Chapel In Hatshepsut Temple
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Queen Hatshepsut Temple, also known as the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, in Deir el-Bahari on the West Bank of the Nile, Built in the 15th century BCE for Pharaoh Hatshepsut, it is a stunning example of ancient Egyptian architecture. The temple features terraces, colonnades, and detailed reliefs depicting Hatshepsut’s reign and divine birth. It is renowned for its harmonious design, blending seamlessly with the surrounding cliffs.
3. Colossi of Memnon
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, located on the West Bank of the Nile near Luxor, Egypt. Each statue stands about 60 feet tall and originally guarded the entrance to Amenhotep III's mortuary temple, which is now largely destroyed. These statues have stood for over 3,400 years and are renowned for their impressive size and historical significance.
   Overnight
   
   You will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your return flight to Cairo, where you will be met and assisted at the airport. From there, you will be taken to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.

Day 7: Luxor – Fly Back to Cairo

1. Luxor
   Pass by
   Disembarkation after breakfast, pay a visit to the West Bank of the River Nile in Luxor to the Valley of the Kings, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir EL Bahari and the Colossi Memnon with free time at leisure in Luxor for great shopping opportunity and then you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your return to Cairo where you will be met and assisted at the airport then taken to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 8: Cairo – Fly Back Home

1. Pass by
   transfer to Cairo International Airport for departure.

Pickup details

Cairo International Airport
Please provide a copy of passport which must be sent to the local partner at the most 2 days before the tour

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels