sharm el sheikh
2 days

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Overview

An enriching historical trip that includes the Sphinx and the famous Pyramids of Giza, showcasing the traditional art of the Pharaohs in Cairo. Alexandria, with its centuries-old history, is a bustling metropolis that boasts globally significant monuments.


Kait Bey Fortress is built on Faros Island on the ruins of the ancient Alexandria Lighthouse, which was destroyed by an earthquake. The fortress now houses the Naval Museum, featuring exhibits from the Roman Empire and Napoleon's era.


The Alexandria Library is a unique structure with a repository for 8 million books, a manuscript restoration laboratory, a planetarium, three museums, and four art galleries. Reading rooms are located on 11 levels under a transparent dome.


Highlights
  • DAY 1 - CAIRO:

  • Giza Pyramids (Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure).

  • The Great Sphinx.

  • National Cairo Museum.

  • Papyrus Institute, oil factory.

  • DAY 2 - ALEXANDRIA:

  • Departure from Cairo

  • Moataz Palace Park.

  • Kait Bey Fortress.

  • Alexandria Library.

Basic Information
Duration:
2 days
Departure Time:
07:00
Return Time:
11:00
Included:
  • Transportation services for the duration of the trip.

  • Services of aN ENGLISH-speaking guide.

  • Entrance tickets to the attractions.

  • 2 lunches, breakfast, and dinner during the trip.

  • Overnight stay in a hotel.

Not Included:
  • Drinks during lunch.

  • Nile River boat ride ($10 per person).

Items To Bring
  • Passports with visas, travel insurance.

  • Money for personal expenses.

  • Water, dry breakfasts (pre-order at the reception).

  • Headgear, comfortable shoes, and sunglasses.

Tour Program

  • DAY 1 - CAIRO:

  • Giza Pyramids (Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure).

  • The Great Sphinx.

  • National Cairo Museum.

  • Boat ride on the Nile River (optional, $10).

  • Lunch (buffet).

  • Papyrus Institute, oil factory.

  • Transfer to the hotel, free time, and dinner.

  • DAY 2 - ALEXANDRIA:

  • Departure from Cairo at 7:00 am, breakfast (dry ration).

  • Moataz Palace Park.

  • Kait Bey Fortress.

  • Alexandria Library.

  • Lunch.

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