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CAIRO – ALEXANDRIA – SIWA 09 Nights – 10 Days

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Duration

9 Nights - 10 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

20 people

Languages

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Overview

After visiting one of the biggest cities and the world , enjoying the breeze of the mediterranean Alexandria, relax be surprised by the magic of the desert.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Cairo

Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival at the airport in Cairo, meet up with your travel representative, who will assist you through customs and formalities. Then, you will be escorted to your hotel for check-in. Relax after a long day of travel.

Day 2: Full Day to Visit The Great Pyramids, Saqqara and Memphis

Early Morning ABC Travel tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to start your amazing tour to visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, Some of the oldest structures in Cairo date back to almost two centuries BC during the Greco-Roman period; however, the Giza Pyramids are considered as the most famous and the oldest structures among all other pyramids in Egypt. Despite being close to Cairo city, the gap in the date between building the pyramids and the city itself proves that they have distinct histories. first you will visit the pyramid of Cheops also called the Pyramid of Khufu, is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza Necropolis bordering what is now Cairo, Egypt, and is the only remaining member of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It is believed the pyramid was built as a tomb for Fourth dynasty Egyptian King Khufu (Cheops in Greek) and constructed over a 20 year period concluding around 2560 BC. Then you will visit pyramid of Chephren, The second largest pyramid at Giza and in Egypt was built for Khafre, the third pharaoh of the 4th Dynasty during the Old Kingdom Period of Ancient Egypt around 2540 BC. Khafre, also known in history by the Greek name Chephren, was the son of Khufu, who is the Great Pyramid and the grandson of Sneferu, another great builder of Ancient Egypt.beside pyramid of Chephren you will see the Great Sphinx, carved out of natural rocky outcrop, the lion's body stretches 45 meters, the paes are 15 meters, the head is 10 meters long & feet 4 meters wide, yet the Sphinx is small in comparison to the vast hulks of the pyramids, move to the pyramid of Mykerinus the smallest one of the three pyramids, this pyramid is partly dressed with pink granite slabs, then visit the Valley temple proceed Egypt Pyramids Tour to Discover two of the historically interesting walks of Egyptian history and visit the places Memphis and Sakkara. Start your visit with Memphis a 25 KM away south of Cairo situated and explore the "city with the white walls", which was founded circa 3000 v. Chr., and was founded in the Old and Middle Kingdom religious and political center of Egypt. Admire Memphis Museum, the imposing statue of Ramses II. Of granite and look at the fascinating Sphinx made of alabaster. Then discover the necropolis Saqqara one of the most important of Egyptian tombs and admire the fascinating step pyramid of King Djoser, it is considered as the mother of all pyramids. Let the largest and most impressive tomb of the 3rd Dynasty of the Old Kingdom (2750 v. Chr.) Impress with the famous 5 levels. After finishing your tour, transfer back to your hotel.

Day 03:

Full Day to visit the Egyptian Museum and Salah El Dien Citadel
Early morning ABC Travel tour guide will pick you up from Hotel by private Air-condition Vehicle to start a day tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, it's the richest museum of Egyptian antiquities in the whole world, located in the Tahrir Square in Cairo is considered to be the largest museum in the entire world. With so many exhibits put on display in the Egyptian museum, and even double the number of exhibits kept in storage rooms, the guests would take days to view everything in the Museum Of Egyptian Antiquities. The Museum Of Egyptian Antiquities consists of two floors; the ground floor that hosts the bigger displays such as coffins, huge statues, and stone carvings.
There is no visit to Egypt is complete without a trip to go through this magnificent collection of rare jewelry & treasures of Tutankhamun, you can visit The Royal mummies room (additional cost), then proceed visiting the massive medieval Salah El-din citadel ( Mohamed Ali Alabaster mosque in Salah El Din Citadel), Throughout different stages of Egyptian history, the citadel has always played a significant role in Egyptian politics. On some occasions, a king would rule over Cairo while another Sultan or ruler had control of the citadel. In fact, the Citadel has defended Egypt against many violent attacks throughout time. Several important monuments were built in the Citadel of Saladin during its long history. This includes the marvelous Mosque of Mohamed Ali, which is truly the best example of the Ottoman architecture in Egypt. Stop for lunch at local restaurant then driving to Complete your exploration by visiting Old Cairo, Coptic Cairo is a part of Old Cairo which encompasses the Babylon Fortress, the Hanging Church, The Greek Church of St. George and many other Coptic churches and historical sites. It is believed in Christian tradition that the Holy Family visited this area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius Church (Abu Serga). Where you will enjoy also Ben ezra synagogue and Church of St. Barbara, transfer back to your hotel in Cairo evening free time at Hotel.

Day 04: Alexandria

Meet our Egyptologist guide and drive to Alexandria for 3hr driving start to visit Highlights of Alexandria " THE CATACOMBS OF KOM EL SHOUKAFA" is Discovered accidentally in 1900 when a donkey disappeared through the ground, these catacombs make up the largest-known Roman burial site in Egypt and one of the last major works of construction dedicated to the religion of ancient Egypt. Demonstrating Alexandria’s hallmark fusion of Pharaonic and Greek styles, the architects used a Graeco-Roman approach. The catacombs consist of three tiers of tombs and chambers cut into bedrock to a depth of 35m (the bottom level is flooded and inaccessible)., Continue to visit CITADEL OF FORT QAITBEY , The Citadel of Qaitbay is a 15th century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean sea coast, built upon/from the ruins of the Lighthouse of Alexandria. It was established in 1477 AD by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qa'it Bay. The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria is considered one of the most important defensive strongholds, not only in Egypt, but also along the Mediterranean Sea coast. It was erected on the exact site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria, which was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It formulated an important part of the fortification system of Alexandria in the 15th century AD. Then move to the restaurant for lunch then proceed to Visit Morsi Abu Alabas Mosque after that transfer to the Hotel for check in and overnight

Day05: Alexandria

after breakfast transfer to visit The Library of Alexandria was reborn in October 2002 to reclaim the mantle of its ancient namesake. It is not just an extraordinarily beautiful building; it is also a vast complex where the arts, history, philosophy, and science come together. Moreover, the myriad activities it offers have made it a place for open discussion, dialogue, and understanding then proceed to the Pompey’s Pillar, A column of red Aswan granite standing some 90 feet high, with a circumference of 27 feet, the pillar was erected in honor of the Emperor Diocletian, stop for lunch at Sea food restaurant then move to visit Montazah Gardens, This 114-acre complex belonged to Mohamed Ali Family, which ruled Egypt from the mid-19th century until 1952. It is surrounded by great walls from the south, east and west, and a beach to the north then back to the hotel
At night Enjoy Alexandria by night and see the memorial of the Unknown Soldier of Alexandria and the statue of Alexander the Great. Then driving along the Cornish (30 km) to seethe whole city of Alexandria from the sea side, Stop over the famous bridge of Stanley – the modern landmark of modern Alexandria and Zanket El Setat Market then transfer for dinner then back to the hotel and overnight

Day 06 : Siwa Oasis

check out after breakfast and drive to Alamein 120-km. There We visit the WWII Museum and the war memorial then stop for lunch at local restaurant and continue visit the Commonwealth Cemetery, the Italian and German Military Cemetery and the Alamein Battlefield then Moving on to Siwa, we pass by Marsa Matrouh. Upon reaching Siwa. check-in your Hotel
Dinner and overnight at Hotel.

Day 07: Siwa Oasis

Breakfast at Hotel then start to visit Mountain of the Dead, Alexander the Great Temple (Temple of the Oracle) and take a donkey-drawn cart for a tour around the city.
Later after Lunch, we visit Siwa House Museum and the Old Fortress of Shali, Have a swim in Cleopatra Pool.
Transfer to attend the sunset from Fitnas Island
Dinner and overnight in the Hotel.

Day 08: Siwa Oaiss

Morning breakfast in Hotel then drive to visit Dakrour Mountain (famous for its hot sand, the best place ever for sand bath, used as an effective natural cure for rheumatism, rheumatoid later We tour the old Siwan village of Shalli.
Afternoon, start drive by 4×4 to lakes of Bir Wahed (or Well No. 1) to swim in salt & fresh water.
Then the Hot Spring (37 C), stop to collect shells from the Fossils Mountain.
Start Drive over the highest Sand Dunes in the western desert .
Then Enjoy the Sand boarding and enjoy watching the sunset from the highest place around Siwa, and having Tea then having dinner around the fire.
Camping, Sleep overnight in the desert covered by the stars.
Overnight in the Desert.

Day 09: Cairo

after Breakfast start drive to Cairo for 8hr via Alamain road, stop for Lunch at local restaurant
Arrive Cairo and transfer to Enjoy Dinner on board Nile Cruise with Belly dancer Show, Tanoura and Folkloric then transfer to check in & overnight

check out after breakfast and transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure with sweet memories

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodation in Cairo for 4nts/5days based on Bed & Breakfast
  • Accommodation in Alexandria for 2nts/3days based on Bed & Breakfast
  • Accommodation in Siwa for 2nts/3days based on Bed & Breakfast
  • Camping at Siwa desert for 1nt/2days based on Half Board
  • Meals: 9 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 7 Dinners
  • Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary with private Egyptologist English guide & Entrance fees
  • All Transfers as mentioned in the itinerary with Private A/C modern Coach
  • Daily mineral water during sightseeing
  • International flight tickets
  • Egypt Visa
  • Any Extras not mentioned
  • Entrance inside

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