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The Coptic and Islamic Cairo tour is a kind of spiritual Egypt tour to some of the holy places in Cairo. In fact, Cairo day tours to the Coptic and Islamic heritage in Cairo offer a glimpse into Cairo's rich history and diverse cultural heritage.
Start your Egypt tours by visiting an iconic church called the Hanging Church. Then, please your heart when you visit Saint Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga) where the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ rested for 3 months during private tours in Cairo.
After that in your Egypt day tours, go inside the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali on the Citadel and feel the peace of heart and mind. Moreover, you will be amazed by Sultan Hassan Mosque and Madrasa and how it operates in the past. Also, you will enter Al Rifae Mosque.
Cairo, to be exact! Your tour leader will meet and greet you at the Cairo International Airport, holding a sign with your name on it and ready to help with all the arrangements as you set foot onto a holiday in Egypt. You will be transferred to the hotel upon your arrival by an air-conditioned modern vehicle. Upon arrival at the hotel, your Golavita Travel guide will assist in checking in and reviewing the details of your Egypt Classic tour with you, including pickup times for each tour.
Free Welcome Drink
Enjoy your stay in Cairo!
Do not forget to enjoy your breakfast at the hotel before starting your Cairo Day Tours to Giza Pyramids, Memphis, and Saqqara.
After that, you will head over to see the Great Sphinx, which symbolizes the power and intelligence of the old monarchs in the form of a big statue, and then to the Valley Temple of King Chephren to learn more about the mummification process.
Lunch will be in a good quality restaurant, where you can enjoy some delicious food before continuing your tour to the Step Pyramid of King Zoser in Sakkara, the oldest stone building in the world. You will also visit the pyramid of Teti and the Kagemni tomb to see the scenes of daily life in ancient Egypt.
At the end of the day, you'll stop at Memphis, famous for its open-air museum featuring statues and a great collection of monuments from the capital city of the pharaohs. Afterwards, drop off at your hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch.
Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel to start the tour of The Egyptian Museum and Coptic Cairo. You will first visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, where you will enjoy a thrilling journey through ancient Egyptian history, with over 250,000 antiquities displayed there.
After lunch, your guide will lead you around on an Old Cairo Tour that includes visiting the Citadel of Salah El Din and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture reflecting the design of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul. The Citadel has been the seat of the government in Egypt for most time since it was built by Salah Edin.
After a heavenly lunch at a high-class restaurant, you will take a tour of Coptic Cairo starting from the ancient Roman fortress of Babylon, then you will visit The Hanging Church, one of the most beautiful churches built in old Cairo. You will pass also by the church of St. Sergius, the Cavern Church.
Finally, you will go to the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which is believed to be the place where Moses was found in the Nile.
Complete your sightseeing in Cairo with a visit to Islamic Cairo, which includes a lot of remains from medieval Cairo: scrappy old walls, mosques, madrasas, and gates.
You will arrive in Luxor, and head to the hotel to check in. Take the rest of the day to relax and adjust to your new surroundings. Spend the night at the hotel in Luxor.
Let's begin with a tour of Luxor's East Bank, starting with the Karnak Temple Complex, a natural museum of ancient Egyptian art showcasing the power and glory of the Golden Age. After that, visit Luxor Temple, which is a witness to the greatness of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom. After the tour, return to the ship to relax and enjoy a relaxing evening before dinner is served at the boat restaurant. Enjoy peace and quiet on your first night on your Nile River Cruise in Luxor.
Optional: Sound and light show at Karnak temple.
Meals included a welcome drink, Lunch, and Dinner.
Today, we will disembark from the boat to explore two of Egypt's most renowned attractions - the rock-carved tombs of the New Kingdom Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut or El-Dier El Bahari via the mini train.
After this unforgettable experience on the west bank of Luxor, you will be taken back to the cruise where you can enjoy lunch as the ship sails to Esna to pass through the lock. Take in the breathtaking views of the Nile Valley during tea time on the upper deck of the cruiser. Indulge in a delicious oriental dinner on board upon reaching Edfu, where you will spend the night relishing the belly dancing and musical show on the serene waters of the Nile.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Your breakfast will be on board the Nile Cruise, then a visit to Edfu to take a horse-drawn carriage to the huge temple of Edfu, which was built during the Ptolemaic period to worship the falcon god Horus. Then you will be transferred back to the cruise to continue its sailing down the Nile to the Kom Ombo site. We will disembark upon arrival to visit the fascinating Kom Ombo temple dedicated to two gods: the god of crocodiles, Sobek, and one of God Horus' forms worshipped at Kom Ombo called Haroeris. Upon your return to the Nile Cruise, head toward Aswan while sipping tea onboard. Enjoy your dinner on board in the evening and enjoy the evening's entertainment before getting a sound night's rest beside the water of the river Nile.
Meals: Breakfast, then Lunch, then Dinner.
Spend a wonderful start to your day having breakfast on board the Nile Cruise, and get ready to be inspired in Aswan. You will visit the High Dam in Aswan, known as the High Dam, and the largest Unfinished Obelisk in Egypt. After visiting those historical places, return to the cruise to have lunch on board, which will provide you with unforgettable scenes of the Nile and its surroundings of islands. Lounge on the sun deck during tea time and admire the view. This afternoon, relax at leisure onboard to do whatever you wish: sunbathe, swim, read in your cabin, or take an invitation to pamper yourself with a spa treatment. Savor a delicious dinner onboard while you experience your last night in Aswan. Tonight, don't miss the optional sound and light show at Philae Temple!
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Don't forget to settle your bill after savoring your final delicious breakfast on the Nile Cruise. Say your farewells to your companions before hopping on a modern vehicle to Aswan airport for your flight back to Cairo. Once you arrive at Cairo International Airport, our representative will be there to greet you and help you get to your hotel for the night.
Included meal: Breakfast.
Enjoy a leisurely day in Cairo today, with the option to take a tour to Alexandria, a city that boasts the stunning Citadel built by Qaitbay in the 15th Century. Explore the Greco-Roman monuments such as the Roman Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa and Pompey's Pillar, and immerse yourself in the rich history of this beautiful city.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Our representative will take you back to Cairo International Airport after breakfast for your final departure, marking the end of our 10-day Egypt Private Tour Package.
Meals: Breakfast
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Packing light clothes, good walking shoes, sunhats, glasses, sunscreen and water bottles is recommended. Do not forget your cameras and any travel documentations.
Travel insurance is not part of any of our holiday packages. We seriously counsel that you buy travel insurance independently to address unforeseen contingencies.
You may book Golavita’s classic Egypt tour by visiting one of our branches or calling customers’ service or online through their website. Our team will assist you with booking questions as well as queries on anything.
Regarding our tourists’ safety issues remain priority to us at Golavita Travel where we ensure that all our guides have adequate training while keeping in mind vehicle routine maintenance as well as local health and safety regulations. In addition to this we also update on any travel advisories issued by the government.
The Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx are among the best tourist destinations in Cairo, offering a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. Exploring the pyramids and capturing their beauty through photographs is a must-do activity for anyone visiting Cairo, making it the perfect holiday destination.
Egyptian cuisine is a delightful blend of flavors with a rich historical background and influences from various cultures. Some must-try dishes include koshari, shawarma, falafel, molokhiya, fava beans, hawawshi (Egyptian meat pie), and mahshi. These dishes offer a taste of the local food scene and are best enjoyed in many restaurants across Egypt.
The best time to visit Egypt is from October to April when it is cooler. It is more comfortable for sightseeing, especially in the desert and southern parts of the country.
Yes, our classic tours are suitable for solo tourists. We ensure a safe and enjoyable experience and many solo tourists attest to their satisfaction due to opportunities to interact with fellow visitors.
Egypt is generally safe for tourists, but always maintain situational awareness and follow local advice. When using taxi services, only employ registered ones and avoid travelling alone through remote areas after dark while keeping all valuables close by. Since the climate there is hot one should always remain hydrated and use sunscreen too.
A variety of our classic trips will have some meals with them typically being breakfast and some lunches or dinners. A detailed menu for each trip is provided.
The local currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP). Although most hotels and larger restaurants accept credit cards, it is recommended to carry cash when visiting smaller establishments and markets. There are ATMs around major cities.
Egypt is generally safe for tourists, but always maintain situational awareness and follow local advice. When using taxi services, only employ registered ones and avoid travelling alone through remote areas after dark while keeping all valuables close by. Since the climate there is hot one should always remain hydrated and use sunscreen too.
The best time to visit Egypt is during the cooler months from October to April. The weather is more comfortable for sightseeing, especially in the desert and southern regions.