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Iconic Pyramids Of Cairo

Sokhna, Egypt

Iconic Pyramids Of Cairo

DETAILS

  • 9
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Meal

OVERVIEW

Delve into the mysteries of antiquity at Giza, site of the Great Pyramids and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. A leisurely drive will bring you to the famed Giza Plateau where these iconic monuments rise above the desert floor. The three pyramids were royal tombs, each built for a different pharaoh. Over the centuries, the pyramids have been looted of their treasures and stripped on their white limestone outer casings. Even so, they are so fabulous and historically and architecturally important that UNESCO has deemed them worthy of a World Heritage site designation. The nearby Great Sphinx is also included in that recognition. This colossal statue is a single block of limestone carved out of the bedrock. Traces of pigment suggest that the sphinx’s face may have been painted. You will also visit the nearby Papyrus Institute to watch papyrus plants being crafted into writing materials and other products using traditional methods.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Great Sphinx.
• Discover why UNESCO declared these iconic monuments a World Heritage site.
• Watch papyrus being made into a paper-like material using an ancient technique.
• Enjoy a lavish buffet lunch at a 5-star venue.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes approximately two hours of moderate walking and standing over sandy, gravel, and uneven terrain at the Giza Plateau, with additional walking at the guest’s discretion during shopping stops. The tour is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair and is not considered suitable for those with mobility concerns. Interior pyramid visits are not included and, if purchased separately, are not recommended for guests with claustrophobia or heart conditions. Due to traffic conditions or port time limitations, the papyrus institute or shopping stop may be shortened or canceled, and the order of visits may vary.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve physical exertion for extended periods of time; can involve uneven or steep terrain or swimming in a light current. Recommended only for physically fit and adventurous travelers.
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