The Pyramids of Giza:
The first wonder from the Seven Wonders of the World the most famous structure in
the world was built by King Cheops (IV Dynasty) around 2650 B.C., on an area of
13 acres. Its height now is 137 ms (original height: 146 ms). Almost 2.5 million
blocks of stone were put into building this pyramid, which measure 230 ms square
at the base. And they were 100,000 workers for building these pyramids
Egyptian Museum:
Located in North of Tahrir Sq., The Egyptian museum contains the best and richest
collection of pharaonic antiques in the world and contains splendid burial furnishings
of Tutankhamen.
The Sphinx:
The Sphinx is one of the best known monuments on Earth and dates back over 4,500
years to the Old Kingdom and the time of King Khafre - builder of the second largest
pyramid on the Giza plateau on Cairo's outskirts. The head of the Sphinx probably
depicts Khafre, while the body is that of a recumbent lion.
Saqqara:
Saqqara is the ancient site of Memphis City, it is the most ancient burial ground
in ancient Egypt. Built by the engineer Imhotep for King Zoser, the first of the
III Dynasty pharaohs circa 2780 B.C.
Khan El-Khalil Market:
The most impressive among oriental bazaars and one of the oldest places as it dates
from the 14th Century A.D. It contains on large number of bazaars which expose fabulous
collection of gold and silver jewelry, copper and wooden, handmade carpet, and you
can buy all of these things as presents.
The Citadel:
The citadel houses contains a number of important monuments including the mosque
of Suleiman Pasha the Alabaster Mosque (Mohamed Ali Mosque) the 90 meter deep Bir
Yusuf (Joseph's well) and Al-Gawhara Palace.
Coptic Monuments:
The Christian monuments in old Cairo like Coptic museum, St. Guirguis, St. Mina,
St. George, the Hanging church & St. Serguis churches.
Sound & Light in Night:
One of the questions that often come upon Tour Egypt concerns the Sound and Light
shows, particularly at the Pyramids and Luxor. What many do not know is that there
are also sound and light shows at Philae and Abu Simbel, and soon, there will also
be Sound and Light shows at the Citadels both in Cairo and Taba (Sinai). The Sound
and Light shows are simply that, a mix of multimedia and presentation concerning
these monuments, and Egypt in general, and most people who attend these are very
pleased with the performance.
Pyramids of Dahshur:
Located in South Saqqara stand the pyramids of Dahshur. The Red Pyramid and the
Bent Pyramid are about 2 km south of the Mastaba Faraoun. The constructor of these
pyramids is thought to have been Snofru (2575 - 2551 BC).
The Pharaonic Village:
Just a few minutes from the center of Cairo- the model of Ancient Egyptian life-
featuring a floating amphitheatre, the canal of Mythology, a display of the most
prominent gods, a typical garden, wheat cultivation in an agricultural field, construction
of Papyrus boats in an ancient ship-yard, a fishing scene and Ancient crafts.
Islamic Cairo:
The tour begins with the visit of the Islamic art museum, the largest museum in
the middle east housing 80,000 rare objects dating from the down of Islam to the
ottoman period The next stop will be Mosque of Ahmed Ibn Tulon, the third mosque
built in Egypt and characterized by its spacious grounds and its unique minaret,
spiral, and a large collection of Gypsum decoration. The tour will be completed
with a visit to the House of Al-Seheimi, a charming example of typical Cairo home
during the 16th and 17 th centuries.
Nile Cruises:
This Cruise offers a Panoramic view of Cairo by day or night, sailing on the Nile
from downtown Cairo to the Island of Gold. An exquisite lunch or dinner will be
served on board and enjoy Oriental Music and belly dancer.
Al-Montazah Palace:
It was built east of Alexandria on a high hill and overlooking the most beautiful
beach of Alexandria, amid about 370 feddans of gardens and woods. The Palace comprises
of a group of building of which the most important are being Al-Haramlek of which
the first storey has been transformed into an international casino, the second and
third stories into a museum for the belongings of the former royal family.
The Greco - Roman Museum:
It tells the story of the invasion of Egypt by Alexander the Great and the building
of Alexandria. It houses many collections of rare Greek and Roman relics and coins,
about 40 thousand pieces, dating from the 3rd century BC till the 7th. Century AD.
The most important and priceless statues in the museum is the "Tanagra" statues.
The Pompey's Pillar:
It is a huge granite pillar. About 27 ms high, dates from the third century amidst
the remaining relics of the Serapium. The pillar was erected in honor of the Greek
Emperor Diocletian.
Qaitbay Citadel:
It lies at the northern tip of the eastern harbor, on the site where the ancient
Pharos of Alexandria was setup. This fort was built in the 15th century by Qaitbay,
and it consists of three stories similar to medieval fortresses in Egypt. It also
houses the naval museum which revives the marine heritage of Alexandria.
El Alamein:
In Western Desert road (70 miles) to El Hamam & El Alamein (The Two Flags), where
one of the most decisive battles of World War II (October 1942) took place. Visit
of the battlefield, the Allied Forces cemetery, Rommel’s headquarters, & the German
& Italian memorial monument.
KARANAK TEMPLES:
A group of temples and the religious quarter of Thebes, the temple of Amon with
its Hypostyle hall of 134 columns, Obelisks and Sacred lakes was linked to the Nile
by a canal through which moved the famous Sacred boats. Other buildings include
chapel of Seti II, temple of Ramses III and temple of Khonsu.
LUXOR TEMPLE:
The temple was constructed by Amenophis III and Ramses II and was once linked with
Karnak by Avenue of Sphinxes.
VALLEY OF THE KINGS & QUEENS:
Cross the Nile by ferryboat where lies the city of the Dead, the Necropolis of Thebes.
Visit some of the most interesting tombs such as set I, Ramses VI, Amenophis II
and Tutankhamen. See also temple of queen Hatsheput, the twin Colossi of Memon erected
on the fringe of the desert with their heads facing the Nile. Both represent king
Amenophis III. Visit also the Ramesseum courtyards, pillars and statutes. One the
way back visits the valley of queens and Nobles which shelters the tombs of the
queens and young princess. it is located on very picturesque mountain site.
Sound and Light at Karnak:
A new performance of Sound & Light is now presented at the enchanting site of Karnak,
start after sunset.
ASWAN HIGH DAM, QUARRIES & PHILAE TEMPLE:
Admire the craftsmanship of the ancient stone-hewers of the city of Syene (original
name of Aswan). The quarries show remarkable traces of the industry and skill of
the masons who wrought for the pharaohs, See the unfinished obelisk and the old
Dam, which is the start of one of the greatest achievements of 20th century dedicated
to Isis and Osiris has now been reconstructed on the island of Aglikia.
ISLAND, MAUSOLEUM OF AGHA KHAN:
Visit Elephantine island sail across the Nile fringed with black lava-rock, one
of these rocks has the unmistakable shape of an elephant; continue to the Nilometer
and museum, containing a great number of antiquities-most were found in the vicinity
of Nubia. Walk around beautiful gardens of Botanic Island with tropical trees and
flowers, used as an experimental place for acclimatizing foreign species of plants.
Also visit the beautiful Mausoleum of Agha Khan.
Elephantine Island:
It was one of the most powerful forts on Egypt’s southern borders. It lies opposite
the old Cataract Hotel. On the island there are the relies of stone temples of various
eras including the temple of Khnum, erected during the old Kingdom and reconstructed
at the turn of Pharaonic era. The island houses “The Nilometer” dating from the
Roman era and also a museum containing an important collection of relies of the
Greco-Roman eras which were discovered in Aswan sand Nubia.
Kalabsha Temple:
The Temple of Kalabsha, which has been dismantled & re-erected on a hill near the
High-Dam site (Western Bank). Originally built by Toutmosis II & Amenophis II at
Kalabsha, 40 miles south of Aswan, the Temple was restored during the Roman conquest.
Abu Simbel Temple (Abu Simbel City):
The colossal Temple of Abu Simbel built by Ramses II (19th Dynasty) & lately saved
from inundation of the Nile water is among the glories of ancient Egyptian monuments.
The temples were built out of a sandstone rock cliff, & representation of deities
to which each was dedicated is carved on his huge facade. The small temple of the
King’s wife Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathour.
Ras Mohamed Snorkeling By Boat:
Enjoy a nice day in the swimming, snorkeling and admiring the wonders of the red
sea.
Tiran Snorkeling By Boat:
Enjoy the nice day on the sea, swimming, snorkeling and admiring the wonders of
the red sea.
Colored Canyon:
Discover the extraordinary colors and shapes of the Canyon's rich formation, Dive
to the Dolphin Bay for a swim and finally a stop in Dahab for shopping.
St. Catherine, Mount Moses And Dahab:
Early morning departure to visit the famous monastery. A pilgrimage to the mountain
of the ten commandments for a memorable experience, while climbing the mountain
to enjoy the sunrise, After desert a visit to the monastery.
Dahab & Nuweiba:
From Sharm El Sheikh to Dahab, Nuweiba are situated on the Gulf of Aqaba, best known
for scuba diving. It also offers other water and beach activities, as well as fascinating
desert trips through colored canyons.
Al-Kharga Oasis:
The Al-Kharga Oasis Depression is west of the Nile Valley Town of Asyut and joined
to it by a roadway. Evidence of tectonic plate movement can be seen in the escarpment
walls. One of the most distinctive features of the Kharga Oasis Depression is the
escarpment that one must descent before arriving to the town of Kharga.
Dakhla Oasis:
Dakhla Oasis Depression is 75miles (120km) west of Kharga. Unlike all the other
depression, 45 percent of its land is cultivable. Its primary water source is furnished
by the deep artesian wells. This water is from the rainfall in Equatorial Africa
and is believed to take 500 years to reach the oasis.
Farafra Oasis:
Farafra Oasis Depression is connected to Dakhla by a road that crossed the chalk
escarpment at Bab al Qasmand Pass. There is one major village in the depression,
Qasr EL Farafrah, supported by 20 freshwater springs. There is a large area of sand
dunes in the eastern and south-eastern section of depression which extends for some
93 miles (150km).
Bahariya Oasis:
Bahariya Oasis Depression differs from other depressions in Western Desert in that
it is surrounded by an escarpment. The depression is 26 miles (42km) long and 8
miles (14km) wide. Dolorite and quartzite rock hills are scattered along the depression
floor.
Siwah Oasis:
Siwah Oasis Depression has the saltiest water of all oases. Although this water
also comes from Equatorial Africa, the water passes through salty strata on its
long journey north to Siwah. The entire floor of the depression is below swa level.
The area is 680 square miles (1,088 square km). The southern part of the depression
is covered by 312 mile (500km) sea of sand.
Fayyum Oasis:
Because it is joined to the Nile by the Bahr Youssef, a man made canal, one does
not think of the Fayyumas a depression. Even the soil is composed of Nile silt brought
in since the Middle Kingdom when it was first used as a catchment basin for the
Nile overflow.