Overnight Tour to Cairo from Sokhna Port
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Overnight Tour to Cairo from Sokhna Port
Book a top Egypt tour with New Travel Dynamics. Get a strong deal and the best rate for a private 2-day shore trip from Sokhna Port to central Cairo.
You will travel in real comfort. You will have a private Egyptologist. You will also ride in an air-conditioned car during each stop.
On day one, you start at the Giza Pyramids. Then you see the Great Sphinx. After that, you visit the Step Pyramid area in Saqqara. Later, you stay overnight in a high-end 5-star hotel so you can rest well.
Day two brings more of Cairo’s story. You visit the Egyptian Museum. Next, you tour the Salah El Din Citadel. Then you go to the Mohamed Ali Mosque. In the afternoon, you explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar. You also walk through Muizz Street to see its old style lanes.
Reserve your spot now for this cultural 2-day private experience.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Pyramids Tour from Sokhna Port
Day 1:
Pyramids Tour from Sokhna Port
A representative from New Travel Dynamics will meet you at Sokhna Port. Guide you through your two-day trip from Sokhna Port to Cairo. You will drive to Cairo, which takes three hours in an air-conditioned vehicle. You will join a tour to visit the following places:
Giza Pyramids Complex
The celestial heaven from above Giza Pyramids rose from the lands of Giza during the old kingdom (2686 – 2134 BC) to preserve the immortal heritage of the great kings of ancient Egypt.
The Great Pyramid
In the miracle of King Khufu (2609 BC. 2584 BC) the great pyramid of Giza was made to touch the skies. It was architected by the main vizier of Kufu "Hemiunu" to have a total height of 147 m tall by using 2.3 million limestone blocks weighing in a total of 6 million tons. The main chamber within the pyramid includes the Queen’s chamber, the King’s chamber, the big void the grand hall and many more.
The Great Sphinx
The immortal symbol of power and wisdom the Sphinx a.k.a Horus of the Horizon holds the spirit of Pharaoh Khafre (2558 BC. 2532 BC). It stood in watch protecting the wonders of ancient Egypt. Between the legs of the sphinx is the dream Steele of Thutmose IV which was added in 1401 BC.
The Valley Temple
The enchanting Valley temple is a masterpiece of art made to perform religious customs which as the Mummification ritual in order to enter through the gate of paradise. All the members of the dynasty were prepared for their burial rituals in this great temple.
The Grand Egyptian Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum is a creation of wonder and magic loaded with beautiful archaeological treasures that stood the test of time. It is aligned with the pyramids of Giza and spans nearly 490,000 square meters. It serves as a gateway to 5,000 years of history illuminating the artistry, spirituality and enduring legacy of Egypt for generations to come. GEM is designed to have one of the conservation centers in the Middle East along with research labs and educational facilities dedicated to preserving Egypt’s heritage. Everyone can marvel at treasures such as the Hanging Obelisk, the 11-meter colossus of Ramses II and the complete collection of over 5,000 artifacts from Tutankhamun.
Lunch Time
Enjoy lunch at a restaurant then join your private tour guide to visit the Saqqara Step Pyramid.
Saqqara Step Pyramid
The Primal Saqqara Step Pyramid is an experience that launched the golden era of pyramid construction. It was designed by the famous Imhotep to have six steps standing at a height of 62 m during the reign of King Djoser (2649 BC. 2611 BC).
Overnight
Finally transfer to a 5* hotel, in Cairo for the overnight.
Day 2:
Old Cairo Day Tour
Day 2:
Old Cairo Day Tour
Check out after breakfast then join your tour guide to visit Cairo tourist attractions including:
The Egyptian Museum
The golden treasure house known as Egyptian Museum was constructed in the heart of the epic city of Cairo in 1901 AD to preserve and display the most majestic collection of ancient artifacts and monuments ever created in the history of ancient Egypt.
Lunch Time
Lunch will be served at a restaurant in Cairo then proceed to visit:
Salah El Din Citadel
The powerful Cairo Citadel is a fortress found on the highest ground of Cairo overlooking the epic landscape of Cairo it was constructed from 1176 to 1182 AD. It is filled with great works of art and architecture filled with a number of magical museums and mosques.
Mohamed Ali Mosque
The glorious Mosque of Mohamed Ali came into existence between 1830 and 1848 AD inside the great citadel of Cairo to be known as the Alabaster Mosque" as its walls are made out of pure alabaster which was directly taken from the great pyramids of Giza. To this current moment this mosque became an example of Ottoman architecture.
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) opened its doors to everyone after being renovated in 2020 to be contained and display a number of the most magical collection of artifacts and monuments also within the majestic museum is the hall of mummies that contains 28 royal kings and queens from the long history of ancient Egypt.
Al Muizz Street
The heavenly cultural street of Al-Muizz will shed light on the history of the Islamic age that came into reality in the 10th century AD in the heart of the magical city of wonders and minarets next to the mesmerizing khan El Khalili bazaar. This marvelous street is filled with a number of cafes and authentic cultural gatherings.
Khan El Khalili Bazaar
The gifted street of Khan El-Khalili feels like it came from the history books to showcase the divine and everlasting treasures of ancient Egypt which was established between 1382 and 1389 AD to offer the most incredible and memorable chance to do the most magical and memorable shopping experience.
Finally drive back, to Sokhna Port to board your ship.
Included / Excluded
Inclusion
- Pick up from your cruise exit at Sokhna Port & return.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Accommodation in Cairo at 5* Hotel.
- Private Egyptologist guide during the 2-day tours.
- Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour.
- 2 Lunch meals during your tours.
- Shopping tours in Cairo.
- Entrance fees for all Sightseeing mentioned.
- All service charges and taxes.
Exclusion
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tipping.
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