Egypt - 8 Day Luxury Independent Tour | 
| The countrys biggest attractions are the astounding temples and relics of Egyptian antiquity. The pyramids of Giza are still magnificent thousands of years on from construction, and even though its nose is out of joint, the inscrutable Sphinx retains its beguiling quality. Although looted by grave robbers and over-zealous archaeologists over the centuries, the wealth of treasures rescued from the pyramids and exhibited in Cairos spectacular Museum of Antiquities is one of the most important collections of ancient artefacts on earth. |
| Name: Egypt - 8 Day Luxury Independent Tour | |
| Category: AFRICA - Egypt | |
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Day 1
Private transfer from the Cairo airport to the hotel.
3 nights accommodation in Cairo at 5 star Hotel Grand Hyatt, buffet breakfast included.
This hotel is located on one of the islands on the Nile River which has a connecting bridge to the mainland in the Garden City area. It is also close to the Egyptian Museum. The best hotel in Cairo.
Day 2
Full day Cairo sightseeing tour with private guide, duration 8hrs.
Enjoy this tour of Cairo, the triumphant city, the capital of Egypt, considered to be the cradle of civilization and beacon of religion. This is the largest city in the Middle East and Africa. Cairo lies at the centre of all routes leading to and from the three continents Asia, Africa and Europe. You will visit the most famous Egypt Museum where you will be able to see the finest collection of Egyptian antiquities in the world dating back from the Old Kingdom, the Middle Kingdom and subsequent dynasties as well as the renowned treasures of King Tut Angh Amun. You will also visit the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the oldest shopping area in Cairo with Islamic designs that reflect the Islamic civilization.
Note: entrance fees are not included.
Day 3
Full day tour to Dashur, Sakkara and The Pyramids and The Sphinx with private guide, duration 8hrs.
The Egyptian Pyramids (entrance fee not included) are the oldest and only surviving member of the Ancient Wonders. Out of the 10 pyramids at Giza, the 3 largest and best preserved were built at the beginning of the Old Kingdom. The most well known pyramid, The Great Pyramid, was built by Pharaoh Khufu in about 2600 B.C. It is 479 ft high and was built from over two million blocks of stone. Next you will visit the famous Sphinx which, carved from the bedrock of the Giza plateau, demonstrates a mysterious marvel from the days of ancient Egypt. With the body of a lion and the head of a king or god, the Sphinx has become a symbol of strength and wisdom.
Day 4
Private transfer from the hotel to the Cairo airport. Enjoy your flight to Luxor.
Private transfer from the Luxor airport to the hotel.
3 nights accommodation in Luxor at 5 star Hotel Sofitel Old Winter Palace, buffet breakfast included.
The hotel is located in the centre of Luxor, close to the Karnak Temple. This is an old colonial style building set in its own well tended gardens. This is an exceptional hotel in a very superb location, close to the Nile and other attractions of Luxor.
Day 5
Full day tour of Luxor Temple and tour of Valley of the Kings and Queen Hatshepsuts Temples with private guide, duration 8hrs.
Valley of the Kings which comprises of the East and the West Valley. On your tour down the West bank of the Nile you will be able to see some inspiring sights. Amongst sugar plantations, desert and mountains stand the magnificent Pharaohs. You will visit the great mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut built out of the rock with terraces and colonnades, and pass by the Colossus of Memnon which was erected in the honor of the pharaoh Amenophis.
Note: Entrance fees are not included.
Day 6
Half day tour of Karnak Temple with private guide, duration 4hrs.
Karnak temple starts with a historical introduction covering the birth of the great city of Thebes (todays Luxor) and erection of the Karnak temple. The tour also narrates the glorious achievements of some of the great Pharaohs.
Note: Entrance fees are not included.
Day 7
Private transfer from the hotel to the Luxor airport. Enjoy your flight to Cairo.
Private transfer from the Cairo airport to the hotel.
1 night accommodation in Cairo at 5 star Hotel Grand Hyatt, buffet breakfast included.
Day 8
Private transfer from the hotel to the Cairo airport. Enjoy your flight home.
Departure Dates: Year round, at your convenience.
Pricing: Based on double occupancy. On tour air fare included.
Itinerary: Based on 5 star accommodations, can be modified to fit your interests and needs.
Deposit: 10% per person, minimum $500
Final Payment: Due 60 days before departure.
Air Fare: Air fare to the tour start point and return air fare home is not included.
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