Itinerary

1. Day 1: Giza Highlights & The Egyptian Museum

   • After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, meet your guide, who will accompany you to Giza Plateau to visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
   • Continue to explore the rest of Giza plateau including the sight of Khafre’s (kaphren) pyramid - Khufu's son, the second-largest pyramid on Giza site, the remains of the funeral temple, the pyramid of  Mankawra( Mykerinus) and three small pyramids.
   • Proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the pyramids of chefren This temple served two functions: First, it was used for the purification of the mummy of the king before its burial. Second, it was used for making the Mummification process of the king. 
   • After visiting the pyramids, you'll then continue across the plateau for a photo opportunity of the three pyramids rising from the sands, with the Cairo skyline in the background. 
   • Move to visit The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, known commonly as the Egyptian Museum, in Cairo, Egypt, is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities, and dates back some 5000 years of art which is considered the most extensive most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, with a representative amount on display, the remainder in storerooms, The Egyptian Museum which is filled with thousands of Pharaonic artifacts, including the golden treasures of King Tutankhamen. Fascinating objects such as jewels, headdresses, alabaster vases and toys from ancient Egypt are all on display. Many priceless statues and other artifacts can also be seen in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1922s when his tomb was excavated. The Egyptian Museum is one of the first stops on most people’s itineraries when travelling to Egypt. This distinctive museum that houses a vast store of priceless objects is worth seeing from earlier time to the Greco Roman period.
   • Enjoy a warm and delightful lunch meal at a high quality restaurant.

2. Day 2: Old Cairo

   • Today, proceed to Old Cairo to visit fascinated built wonders such as the Hanging Church that was built in 3rd and beginning of the 4th century.
   • See the Ezra Synagogue which dates back to the beginning of the 15th century AD. It was built in the Basilica style above the cave in which the Holy Family took refuge. 
   • End your tour in Cairo with a visit to Amr Ibn El-Aas mosque, which is the very first mosque built in Egypt.
   • Continue driving to Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar. 
   • Transfer to Cairo International Airport for departure.