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Day 1-Giza-pyramids and the Grand Egyptian museum:
You will be picked up from your cruise in Alexandria Port by our tour guide to Enjoy a great excursion on a Private day trip to Cairo from Alexandria Port Then drive to The Pyramids of Giza (Cheops,Chephren, and Mykerinus.you will visit the Great Pyramid of Giza (also known as the Pyramid of Khufu or the Pyramid of Cheops ) is the oldest and largest of the pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex. It is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one to remain largely intact.
The Pyramids of Cheops :
The Great Pyramid was built as a tomb for the Fourth Dynasty Egyptian pharaoh Khufu and it is estimated that it was built in the 26th century BC
Initially standing at 146.5 metres (481 feet), the Great Pyramid was the tallest man-made structure in the world for more than 3,800 years. Throughout history, the majority of the smooth white limestone casing was removed, which lowered the pyramid's height to the present 138.5 metres. What is seen today is the underlying core structure. The base was measured to be about 230.3 metres (755.6 ft) square, giving a volume of roughly 2.6 million cubic metres (92 million cubic feet), which includes an internal hillock.
If you wish to visit the burial chamber of King Cheops. Then we will visit the Pyramid of Chephren or Khafre. This is the second-tallest and second-largest of the 3 Ancient Egyptian Pyramids of Giza and the tomb of the Fourth-Dynasty pharaoh Khafre (Chefren), who ruled c. 2558−2532 BC .Then we will the Pyramid of Mykerinus. Enjoy a Panoramic View of the 3 Pyramids of Giza
We go head to visit the Valley Temple of king Chephren. While doing that you can have a closer look at the Great Sphinx . the legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren.
After witnessing the greatness of the pyramids you will be hungry.So let's take a break for a delicious Egyptian lunch where you will lose your mind because of the most tasty food you will eat
Visit the Papyrus Institute:
See how the ancient Egyptians how made the first Paper in History by Using the Papyrus Plant, if you like to buy real papyrus Gifts this will be the most suitable place
Lunch will be served during the Pyramids at the local restaurant in Giza.
Now as it is the time of the fabulous Grand Egyptian museum that contains many important pieces of ancient Egyptian history. It houses the world's largest collection of pharaonic antiquated
Then visit the Grand Egyptian museum:
Tour to the Grand Egyptian museum:
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located near the pyramids of Giza, is set to be one of the largest archaeological museums in the world. It will showcase Egypt's rich history with over 100,000 artifacts, including the complete collection of King Tutankhamun ’s treasures, displayed together for the first time. The museum’s modern design incorporates traditional Egyptian elements, featuring spacious galleries, interactive displays, and panoramic views of the pyramids. GEM aims to provide a state-of-the-art experience for visitors, bridging Egypt’s ancient past with cutting-edge museum technology.
Overnight in the Hotel Cairo
Meals: Lunch
Check out after breakfast,Then join your private tour guide to visit old Cairo Highlights including:
the Saladin Citadel , constructed by Salah al-Din on the Moqattam Hills in 1183 AD as a defense against Crusader armies. Known for its fresh air and sweeping views of Cairo, it is now a preserved historic site of mosques and museums, including the Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha
Designed by the Turkish architect Yousif Boushnaq, who came to Cairo especially from Istanbul to build the great building, the mosque's alabaster structure stands in beautiful contrast to the sandstone city.
Lunch will be served in a local restaurant in Old Cairo
Then, visit Old Cairo to see major attractions such as the Hanging Church, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Church of St. Barbara, and the Church of Abu Serga, one of the oldest Coptic churches in Cairo
Continue to the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest bazaars in the Middle East. Discover a maze of alleys that have been at the center of Cairo’s trading activities since the 14th century. Then transfer to Alexandria Port from Cairo arriving at 19:00 if your cruise leaves earlier we can get you back on time. we can also drop you off at Portsaid instead of Alexandria .