Why not extend your day trip to Cairo and go and visit the amazing City of Alexandria. It is only 3 hours by air conditioned bus from Cairo to Alexandria. A city not to be Missed
You are picked up from your hotel in SHARM EL SHEIKH and transported to the airport for your short flight to CAIRO.
You will meet your guide outside the arrivals terminal he will be waiting you holding a Falcon Board as he is not allowed inside the airport terminal.
Your first stop will be at THE MUSEUM OF EGYPTIAN ANTIQUITIES known commonly as the Egyptian Museum or Museum Of Cairo.It is considered to be the largest museum in the whole world,it dates back to 1825 when the ruler of the time in Egypt Mohamed Ali Pasha issued a decree to establish a museum for the antiquities of Egypt.There are over 100,000 pieces held here obviously not all on show located on the ground floor and upper floor.Here you will find THE GOLDEN MASK OF TUTANKHAMEN an amazing spectacle .
OPTION 1
How about taking a motorboat down the nile and capture all the wonderful sights that cairo has to offer this tour is optional you are not obliged to do it and will cost £15
LUNCH is served as an open buffet ,soft drinks are not included.
After lunch we take you to a PAPYRUS shop.Here we invite you to watch how this paper was made and used in ancient times for writing ,you will also have some free time to shop .
We then move to the 5000 year old necropolis in GIZA.The Home of THE GREAT PYRAMIDS and also THE SPHINX.This site is not only the most popular attraction in Egypt, it is one of the most loved destinations in the world,
There are three main Pyramids here which were built in the 4th dynasty. The pyramids were built as tombs for the Kings and Queens and it was a privilege to have a Pyramid Tomb.
THE GRAND PYRAMID OF KHUFU is by far the most famous Pyramid in Egypt,the biggest ,tallest and most intact For a period of 4300 years the Pyramid was also the tallest building on earth until the French built the Eiffel Tower in 1889 to take that accolade.
Entry into The Great Pyramid is extra.300 LE for Adults and 150LE for child
We then move to Witness THE GREAT SPHINX. Facing directly from West to East it stands on the Giza Plateau on the west bank of the Nile in Giza.It is a limestone statue of a reclining Sphinx , a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human
After this we then take you to a perfume shop. The perfume is made from pure fragranced oils longer lasting alcohol free.you have time to shop or browse.
We then transport you to your 4 or 5 * hotel to relax and enjoy the rest of the evening
DAY 2 ALEXANDRIA
After an early morning breakfast we start the drive to Alexandria.Here we explore the highlights of ALEXANDRIA.
Starting at THE CATACOMBS OF ALEXANDRIA which is a historical site located in Alexandria and is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages.
Consists of a series of ALEXANDRIAN TOMBS ,STATUES and ARCHAEOLOGICAL objects of the Pharaonic funeral cult with Hellenistic and early Imperial influences.Due to the time period many of the features of the catacombs of KOM EL SHOQAFA merge Roman,Greek and Egyptian cultural points,some statues are Egyptian in style yet bear Roman clothes and hairstyle whilst other features share a similar style.A circular staircase which was often used to transport deceased bodies down the middle of it leads to the tombs.
We also see POMPEYS PILLAR and the CITADEL OF QAITBAY from outside and enjoy the amazing view of the CITADEL and the ocean
Lunch is included in a high quality restaurant
After lunch we continue our tour and visit the famous LIBRARY OF ALEXANDRIA.This library was one of the most significant libraries of the ancient world .It was dedicated to the MUSES the nine goddesses of the arts. The library was part of a larger research institution where many of the most famous thinkers of the ancient world studied
After this we drive you back to Cairo International Airport for your return flight back to Sharm El Sheikh.
All entry fees into all the mentioned sites
Private Guide
Private Air Conditioned Bus
One night Hotel accomodation in a 4 or 5 * Hotel
All Taxes and Services
Tipping
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary
| sunday | 4.00am - on the 2nd day 10pm |
| monday | 4.00am - on the 2nd day 10pm |
| tuesday | 4.00am - on the 2nd day 10pm |
| wednesday | 4.00am - on the 2nd day 10pm |
| thursday | 4.00am - on the 2nd day 10pm |
| friday | 4.00am - on the 2nd day 10pm |
| saturday | 4.00am - on the 2nd day 10pm |
WHY BOOK ON LINE?
Booking online means your spaces for the trips will be reserved and organized, previous to your arrival.
HOW DO I RECEIVE MY TOUR VOUCHERS?
You can either receive your tour voucher via email , or one of our reps can deliver them personally to your hotel.
DO THE TOURS INCLUDE TRANSFERS FROM MY HOTEL?
All trips include collection and return to your hotel in an air conditioned vehicle.
WHAT IF I WANT TO CHANGE THE DAY OR DATE OF A TOUR I HAVE BOOKED?
The dates can be changed easily for local trips, as long as plenty of notice has been given. Any tours which include flights tickets cannot be changed.
WHY BOOK WITH FALCON ADVENTURE?
When booking with Falcon Adventure, you will receive a personalized service from our professional and enthusiastic team. Our aim is to make sure all aspects of your trips are enjoyed. We have a mixture of British and Egyptian management which is the perfect cocktail to ensure great customer service.
IS THERE A SPECIAL RATE FOR PRIVATE GROUPS BOOKING WITH FALCON ADVENTURE?
We are able to arrange private group tours and special discounts and offers on request.
HOW MUCH WILL I HAVE TO PAY AS A DEPOSIT? HOW WILL I PAY IT?
A 50% deposit is required for trips. This can be paid via our online payment system or can be paid by cash, in resort.
IF I AM FORCED TO CANCEL MY TRIP WITH FALCON ADVENTURE WILL I RECEIVE A REFUND?
If you cancel a trip 24 hours before the trip starts, the refund is 50% of the balance. If canceling on the same day, there will be no refund.
Please be aware flight costs are non-refundable.
DO I NEED A VISA FOR THIS EXCURSION?
If travelling to Hurghada, a Visa will be required for all. For Sharm El Sheikh you will only require a Visa if staying longer than 3 weeks or if you travel outside Sharm El Sheikh, St.Catherine's and Dahab.
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