Cairo overnight private from Hurghada
2 Days Starting in Hurghada to Cairo and ending in Cairo to Hurghada
Visiting: Hurghada - Cairo, Cairo
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CAI1
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 24
Age range:
18-70
Special diets catered:
Meat, Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Buffet
Tour operated in:
English , GermanTrip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Cairo overnight private from Hurghada. Enjoy Cairo for two days from Hurghada. Explore the capital of Egypt, the mother capital of the Arabic world, the seat of government, the goal of all travelers, and the center of education and culture. It is the biggest city in Africa with a huge number of population and cars. Spending a night in Cairo will be very enjoyable at least more time to visit plenty of sites. You will enjoy the visit to the Museum with the treasure room of King Tutankhamen, the citadel of Salah Al-Din with the alabaster mosque of Mohamed Ali. The Pyramids and the Sphinx further to Sakkara Pyramid and Memphis the first capital for the civilized man. Accommodation will be in 5* or 4* hotels on B.B. bases.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Hurghada - Cairo
Location: Hurghada - Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel, Between 4* and 5* hotels
Meals Included: Lunch
Hurghada / Cairo Sightseeing
Early Morning transfer by Private deluxe vehicle to Cairo (450 km / 5.00 hours). One stop by road for rest then continue driving. In Cairo a full day guided tour visiting the Great Pyramid (the only remaining wonder of world 7th wonders) the three largest and best preserved of Egypt, the most well-known is the Cheops's Pyramid consists of 2.3 Million stone blocks, each weighing 2.5 to 15 tons, constructed as a tomb of the great pharaoh Cheops. The second largest pyramid was built for Cheops's son, King Chephren (also known as Khafra). In addition to the usual parts of a pyramid complex, pyramid is guarded by a huge Sphinx and attached with the valley temple, the Mighty Sphinx which represents the King Chefren with human head and lion body as a guardian for the entire sacred palace protecting king's tombs from thieves and enemies. The third largest pyramid was built for the pharaoh Mycerinus (also known as Menkaure). Lunch at local restaurant then visit the Egyptian Museum which is locates at downtown and houses over 120.000 antiquities of ancient Egyptian as well different prehistory eras, the most remarkable objects and the marvellous treasure of King Tutankhamun extracted from his intact tomb that locates at the valley of the Kings in Luxor which recovered by archaeologist Howard Carter with most beautiful golden Sarcophagus (110 kg) & solid gold mask displayed transfer to hotel, balance of day at leisure & overnight. (L)
Day 2 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Check out
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Cairo Sightseeing
Breakfast at hotel, 08.30 Proceed for a guided tour visiting Sakkara which is the best known for the Step Pyramid, the oldest known of Egypt's 97 pyramids. It was built for King Djoser of the 3rd Dynasty by the architect and genius Imhotep, who designed it and its surrounding complex to be as grand as it was unique and revolutionary. Continue visiting Old Cairo, where early Judaism and Christianity flourished in Egypt the remains of the Fortress of Babylon. First built by the Persians around the 6th century BC, these ruins are indeed Cairo’s oldest original structure. Within the confines you will find the Church of St. Sergius, where the Holy Family is reported to have stayed, and the Hanging Church, the seat of the Coptic patriarchate for centuries. Visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue. Inside this basilica-style temple, the so-called “Geniza Documents” were found, a treasure hailed as an unparalleled source of information about life of the Jews in Egypt’s past. Lunch at local restaurant then visiting the Citadel of Saladin (Built by Saladin in 1176 to protect Egypt from the enemies, overlooking the city it was easy to defend from any attacks) & visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque one of the most famous mosques in Egypt. It is distinguished by its beautiful architectural design, numerous domes, and tall minarets. The architects modelled it after the Blue Mosque in Istanbul. Visit at Khan El Khalili Bazaar As one wanders through the labyrinth of narrow streets you will find workshops and stalls selling all manner of things from woodwork, glassware and leather goods to perfumes, fabrics and Pharaonic curiosities. End tour and transfer back to Hurghada.
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
During the visits
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Accommodation
In 4* or 5* hotel with bed and breakfast
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Airport Transfers at Destination
At Hurghada airport we provide free transfer for downtown hotels
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Entrance Fees
All entrance fees for the mentioned sites
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Fully Guided
Egyotolgist guide
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Local Taxes
All taxes included
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Meals – Breakfast Only
Berakfasy in the hotel for next day
What's Not Included
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
No flights
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Country Entry Visas
Drinks during meals are extras
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Entary ticket of the great pyramids
Going inside the any pyramid is extra
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Mummy room in the museum is extra
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Additional Services
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Optional
Mode of Transport
Deluxe Air-conditioned vehicle.
Accommodation
5* or 4* hotel with BB bases
Check out our Q&As
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Egypt's entry visa upon arrival is a must
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What is the maximum group size?
The minimum is two Maximum 24 persons
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No vaccines is required in general
Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Sam Egypt Tours requires a minimum deposit of 85% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 20 days before departure.