Luxurious Amenities At Cairo'S Hotels

After arriving at Cairo airport, we'll be there to greet you and assist with visa formalities and luggage collection. You'll then be transferred to your luxurious boutique hotel located in the heart of Old Cairo. Once you've settled into your suite, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. If your flight arrives early, you could take advantage of the time and catch a glimpse of the pyramids at the spectacular sound and light show, or explore the nearby El Moez Street. Overnight: Cairo boutique hotel

Your Egyptian journey begins with a relaxing breakfast in the hotel this morning. During the morning, our local representative will give you a briefing on the hotel and your location in Old Cairo, along with some tips on exploring the area. We'll also discuss any additional optional tours you may have pre-booked or wish to arrange during your stay. Early in the afternoon, we'll embark on a sightseeing tour for a first taste of ancient Egypt, beginning with a visit to the enigmatic Sphinx and the three greatest pyramids in Egypt. The Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) is a breathtaking man-made structure, towering at 500 feet high and 750 feet wide at its base. Built from enormous stone blocks with a white limestone covering, the limestone has been stripped away over the years to expose the inner block structure. Along with the smaller pyramids of Khafre (Chephern) and Menkaure (Mycerinus), the sight of these huge structures looming out of the desert is unforgettable. One of our specialist Egyptologist guides will accompany you and explain the history of pyramid building and the different dynasties of the ancient Egyptian empire. If you wish, you'll have the opportunity to climb down inside the pyramids, but please note that you'll be on your own, as your guide cannot accompany you (a limited number of tickets are available for the Great Pyramid). After visiting the pyramids, we'll head to the nearby Sphinx, which was only properly uncovered from the desert sands in the last century. Finally, we'll return to our hotel and experience local Egyptian life as El Moez Street comes alive with a relaxed yet exciting energy in the evenings. Overnight: Cairo boutique hotel Meals: Breakfast

You'll have the next two days to explore independently or participate in more guided sightseeing. The area of Old Islamic Cairo surrounding your hotel is one of the city's most charming, featuring covered markets, narrow streets, old buildings, and mosques. This quarter most evokes Cairo's past and has changed very little over time. It has inspired many writings, from Arabian Nights to the works of the modern Nobel Laureate Naguib Mahfouz. Getting lost amongst the winding alleys while walking from the hotel to the nearby Khan-el-Khalili bazaar is a delightful experience. If you'd like some guidance, a guided walking tour is available to help you make the most of your surroundings and explore the various bazaars, markets, and architectures around you. Other optional tours include a City Tour to the Citadel, with its great views over the city; the tiny streets and churches of Coptic Cairo; and the famous Egyptian Museum, home to the impressive Tutankhamun display. Additionally, you could take a trip to learn more about the history of pyramid building at Memphis, Saqqara, and Dashour, or enjoy a full day trip to the colonial coastal city of Alexandria. Furthermore, you may choose to take a flight to the Nile-side city of Luxor in Upper Egypt, which is home to a vast number and variety of ancient Egyptian temples, tombs, and other sites. This overnight trip includes a tour of Karnak Temple on the East Bank of the Nile, as well as the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, and the Valley of the Artisans on the West Bank. You'll spend a night in a 5-star hotel by the Nile before flying back to Cairo. This is an excellent opportunity to delve deeper into ancient Egyptian history and witness some of the most impressive archaeological wonders in the world. Overnight: Cairo boutique hotel Meals: Breakfast