Saqqara-Memphis-Dahshur
Day tour at Saqqara-Memphis-Dahshur
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Itinerary Details:
Meeting & Departure
Gather at 11 Gawad Hosny, Abdeen Square, Downtown Cairo.
Departure is promptly at 8:00 AM, so please arrive on time.
– Visit to Memphis
Colossus of Ramses II
Stand before the towering statue of Ramses II, one of Egypt’s most powerful and celebrated pharaohs.
Open-Air Museum
Discover the remains of ancient Egypt's first capital, including fascinating artifacts from the Old Kingdom.
– Visit to Saqqara
Imhotep museum:
Step Pyramid of Djoser
Explore Egypt’s oldest pyramid, designed by the renowned architect Imhotep. Discover its importance in the history of architecture as the first monumental stone structure.
Unas Pyramid Complex
Learn about the Pyramid of Unas, famous for its interior pyramid texts, which are the earliest known religious writings.
Tombs of the Nobles
Marvel at the vibrant wall paintings in the tombs of high-ranking officials, which depict everyday life and religious scenes in ancient Egypt.
Serapum :
– Lunch at a Lotus Farm House ? Possible in Dahshur farm instead?
Enjoy a traditional Egyptian meal, featuring local delicacies such as grilled meats, fresh salads, and other regional specialties, all in a peaceful farm setting.
Visit to Dahshur
Bent Pyramid
See the uniquely shaped Bent Pyramid, constructed by Pharaoh Sneferu. Learn about its significance as an important step in the evolution of pyramid design. In this pyramid you will have the chance to discover the most complex pyramid interior ever.
Red Pyramid
Explore Egypt’s first true smooth-sided pyramid. You’ll have the opportunity to enter its chambers and experience the burial rooms firsthand
– Return to Cairo
Tour Details:
- Duration:7-8 hours
- Meeting Point: 11 Gawad Hosny, Abdeen Square, Downtown Cairo
- Cost:Cost 1300 EGP includes **(includes tour guide, private transportation, and lunch)** excluding entry fees tickets
Spots Available:
- Limited to 25 participants
- A minimum of 10 participants is required for the tour to proceed.
Entry Fees (Separate):
- Saqqara
- Dahshur
- Memphis
Disclaimer:
- If fewer than 10 participants sign up, the tour may be canceled with a full refund or rescheduled.
- In case of cancellation after confirmation, fees are non-refundable.
To Book:
- Email: [email protected]
- WhatsApp: +201100022242
08 days - Cairo-Luxor-Dahabiya Cruise-Aswan-Abu Simbel
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Highlights of Egypt and Dahabiya Cruise in 8 days
Day 1
Visit Saqqara. Include the Step pyramid, Titi pyramid, the Nobles tombs.
Visit Dahshur. Include the bent pyramid and the Red pyramid.
Lunch at Saqqara- a good place to try Egyptian food. Normally they serve mixed grill, kofta, and lots of small dishes filled with appetizers.
Visit Giza. view the Great Pyramid, The Sphinx, Khara pyramid, Menkawra pyramid and, the nobles tombs
Night stay in Cairo .
The tour duration 8-9 hours.
Optional extras
Going Inside the great pyramid
Camel rides
Attend Giza sound and light show in the evening.
Day 2
Transfer to Cairo airport and fly to Luxor.
About 1 hour flight.
Pick up at Luxor airport.
Visit The Valley of the Kings, The Colossi of Memnon and Hatshepsut temple.
The tour duration is 5-6 hours.
Lunch and Check in the hotel.
Afternoon:
Visit Habu temple
Visit a local farmer family in Luxor and have dinner in their house.
The tour duration 3- 4 hours.
optional extras- Queens Valley
Night stay in Luxor .
Day 3
Check out from the hotel after breakfast.
Visit Karnak and Luxor temple.
The tour duration about 3-4 hours.
Transfer from Luxor to Esna. About 1 hour drive,
Check in to the Dahabiya Cruise.
Lunch on board.
Sailing for about 4-5 hours to El Hegz Island.
Going on a walking tour in El Hegz village and visiting a local family there.
Dinner and overnight on board.
Optional Tours :-
Hot air balloon ride over the west bank during the sunrise. The tour duration is about 2 hours, including 50 minutes flight.
Donkey ride in the fields
Day 4
Breakfast on board.
Sailing
Visit El Kab ancient tombs and temple ruins.
Sailing.
Lunch on board.
Visit.
Sailing.
Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 5
Breakfast on board.
Visit Bisaw Island and village, and meet more locals and learn about the lifestyle in a remote Egyptian village.
Enjoy a ride with local fishermen helping them in fishing in the Nile River.
Sailing.
Visit El Selsela ancient sandstone quarry and shrines.
Sailing.
Special barbeque dinner by moonlight and overnight stay on board.
Day 6
Breakfast on board.
Visit Kom Ombo temple, Daraw town, camel market( according to availability), and local market.
Lunch on board.
Sailing.
Farewell dinner and overnight stay on board near Aswan.
Optional Tours:-
Philae temple sound and light show.
Day 7
Check out from the Dahabiya after breakfast.
travel to Abu Simbel(3 hours’ drive along the desert)
Visit the 2 temples of Abu Simbel
Drive back to Aswan and stop at the High Dam.
Note: Aswan – Abu Simbel – Round trip flights are available occasionally.
The tour duration 8-9 hours.
Lunch
Boat tour in the Nile in Aswan to view the following: Elephantine Island – Agha Khan Mausoleum – The Cataract – The Nobles tombs
The tour duration is 2 hours.
Transfer to Aswan airport and fly to Cairo.
Arrive in Cairo airport and transfer to the hotel.
Night stay in Cairo.
Day 8
Visit the Egyptian museum. Including King Tut Ankh Amon collection and The Animals mummies room.
lunch at Abo Tarek, famous for Koshri as the most common fast food in Egypt, mix of rice, pasta, lentils, chickpeas, fried onion, and tomato sauce.
Walking tour in Downtown Cairo. The most famous among the area is Tahrir square, the birthplace of Egypt’s great revolution, and visit the places where important events happened during the Egyptian revolution.
Visit the Citadel. Including the Alabaster mosque of Mohamed Ali.
Walking tour in El Muizz St, of Medieval Cairo. The most preserved area with medieval Islamic architecture such as Mosques, Houses, markets, and other Medieval architecture. It’s a perfect place to experience the local culture of Egypt today.
Visit Khan El Khalili market.
The tour duration 9-10 hours.
