CAIRO AND THEBES

First part of the morning, breakfast and begin the visits with the visit of THE PYRAMIDS OF THE GUIZA PLATEAU: KHUFU, KHAFRE and MENKAURE, the only wonders of Antiquity that are still standing. The pyramids of Giza occupy a prominent place in the list of the greatest tourist attractions on the planet. 

We also visit THE CELEBRATED SPHINX AND ITS SOLAR TEMPLE. The enigmatic sphinx has a height of about 20 meters and a little over 70 meters in length, it is endowed with a human head and a lion’s body, something that for the ancient Egyptians brought together intelligence and strength in the same figure.

Then, transfer to visit SAQQARA , one of the most fascinating historical and archaeological areas in all of Egypt. The site is dominated by the famous Step Pyramid of King Djoser, considered the world’s first pyramid and the oldest large stone structure.

In Saqqara we visit other small pyramids such as the funerary complex of UNAS AND THE PYRAMID OF TETI, along with the tombs of some prestigious nobles and rulers that almost reach the level of the Kagemny . 

Lunch in a typical Egyptian restaurant.

Our last stop of the day will be to MEMPHIS, the ancient and first capital of Upper and Lower Egypt. The city was founded by Narmer, the first pharaoh of Egypt.

Back to the hotel for the overnight.

In the morning, breakfast and transfer to visit THE GREAT EGYPTIAN MUSEUM (GEM), the largest archaeological museum in the world dedicated to a single civilization. The structure will be just 2 kilometers from the three pyramids of Giza.

Then, transfer to the NATIONAL MUSEUM OF EGYPTIAN CIVILIZATION AND THE ROOM OF THE ROYAL MUMMIES. It is the first museum dedicated to the entirety of Egyptian civilization, where more than 50,000 artifacts relate the stages of civilization’s development from the earliest times of the prehistoric period to the modern era.

Lunch in a typical Egyptian restaurant.

Later, we visit the COPTIC CAIRO, one of the most unique in the city. There, we will visit THE CHURCH OF SAINT SERGIUS, known as the Church of the Cave, where the Holy Family was hidden during their flight to Egypt.

After the visit, transfer to the train station to take the sleepeing train to Luxor.

Dinner on the train and overnight.

Accommodation on the train. Half board regime.

Breakfast on the train.

Arrival in Luxor and reception by the representative of TRAVOR.

Transfer to the West Bank to discover the following fantastic visits:

First, we visit the mysterious VALLEY OF THE KINGS, this great necropolis contains more than 60 tombs of pharaohs and nobles of the New Kingdom, one of the most prosperous periods in the history of ancient Egypt, (the visit includes 3 tombs, the tomb of Tutankhamen is excluded).

Then, we visit the TEMPLE OF HATSHEPSUT known as the TEMPLE OF DEIR EL BAHARI, it is an extraordinary monument capable of dazzling its visitors. It was designed by the architect Sennenmut. It is dedicated to Hatshepsut, the only woman to reign in Egypt for a long period. The temple has a part excavated in the rock and another area on the outside formed by three terraces.

Our last stop of the West Bank will be to the ruins of the giant COLOSSI OF MEMNON, they are two statues that represent Pharaoh Amenhotep III and that were built to preside over his mortuary temple on the west bank of the Nile. They were built 3,400 years ago and show the pharaoh in a relaxation pose, with his hands resting on his knees and his gaze on the rising sun.

Lunch at a local restaurant. 

Transfer to the hotel, the representative will assist you with a smooth check-in.

Afternoon, transfer to visit the LUXOR TEMPLE when it is illuminated, it is one of the most spectacular temples in Egypt and the most important monument in Luxor. It is dedicated to Amon (god of the wind) and was built by the pharaohs Amenhotep III and Ramses II, the former built the inner part and Ramses the outer enclosure, adding the façade, the colossi and the obelisks.

Back to the hotel for the overnight.

In the morning, breakfast and transfer to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Queens, it is the necropolis of Egypt where the queens wives of the pharaohs, the royal princes and princesses and the mothers of the kings were buried during the New Kingdom. More than sixty graves have been discovered. Also, it is one of the necropolises that together with the city of Thebes are classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Then, transfer to the Temple of Deir El Medina , known as the Valley of the artisans. The temple situated on older structures was dedicated to the goddesses Hathor and Maat. It is a small building surrounded by a high adobe wall covered with Greek, Coptic and Demotic graffiti. Inside, there are also small New Kingdom chapels erected by the inhabitants of Deir el-Medina.

To finish the West Bank, transfer to the area of ​​the noble tombs to visit the Ramoza Tomb (TT 55 ), it is one of the most important in the necropolis. It is characterized by its enormous size and also by the presence of 4 rows of pillars that support the roof of the transversal room. Four captions in the style of a papyrus pack. The longitudinal room ends with the space for offerings. it is characterized by the presence of 3 niches (hollows) to the right and left of the interior. 

Later, transfer to the East Bank to visit the TEMPLE OF KARNAK , dedicated to the cult of the god Amon of Thebes, the largest temple complex in the world. For centuries, this place was the most influential Egyptian religious center. There was also a sacred lake, numerous smaller temples and chapels, and multiple rooms and warehouses located within the walls that surrounded the main enclosure.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Transfer to the train station to take the sleeping train and back to Cairo.

Dinner on the train and overnight.

Accommodation on the train. Half board regime.

Breakfast on the train.

Arrival in Cairo and meet by the representative of TRAVOR.

Transfer to the CITADEL OF SALADIN AND MOHAMMED ALI MOSQUE It is known as the Alabaster Mosque. The Citadel is a peak of history, this magnificent structure has witnessed numerous historical events throughout history.

Then, visit the MUSEUM OF ISLAMIC ART, where pieces of the culture with the greatest presence in modern Egypt are preserved, with up to 80 thousand objects including stucco panels, tombstones, wood carvings, stained glass windows, ceramics, etc.

Also, transfer to the IBN TULUN MOSQUE, The Mosque has impressive proportions and is surrounded by a huge courtyard that gives it a calm character in the heart of the bustling city.

Our next stop will be to explore the following fantastic gates:

BAB AL-NASR, Victory Gate, one of the three famous gates of Cairo. Victory Gate consists of a huge building block, the width of its facade is 24.22 meters, its depth is 20 meters, and its height is 25 meters.

BAB AL-FUTUH, gate of conquests, it is one of the three gates that have been able to survive from the  old wall of the old city of Cairo .  The defensive features of this gate were so important because they were built to defend the capital of the Fatimids. 

Then, visit BAYT AL-SUHAYMI, an old house-museum from the Ottoman era, originally built in 1648. Its great part is made of marble with wooden furniture.

Also, visit WEKAELT BAZARA in the El Azhar area, a market that sells cotton, fabrics, embroidery and veils.

The last stop before lunch, BAYT WASILA , Casa de Wasila, is a historic house built at the end of the 17th century and was renovated at the beginning of the 21st century.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Our last stop of the day will be to KHAN EL-KHALILI, the most famous market in Cairo. Walking through its labyrinthine streets is like visiting a real open-air museum. It is the perfect place to buy souvenirs and reproductions of Ancient Egyptian objects.

Also, enjoy AL MOEZ STREET, one of the most unique in the city with jewels of world Islamic architecture.

Back to the hotel for the overnight.

Breakfast and transfer to the airport with the representative of TRAVOR to take the departure flight to the origin.

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