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Classic Cairo Highlights

Sokhna, Egypt

Classic Cairo Highlights

DETAILS

  • 11
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Meal

OVERVIEW

Explore iconic attractions in and around Cairo and come away with a deeper understanding of Egypt’s illustrious past. While browsing the Grand Egyptian Museum, you will see exhibits from prehistoric times through the Roman periods, although most of the artifacts focus on the era of the pharaohs. The collection includes sarcophagi and the treasures of King Tut, which will provide an engaging introduction to the timeless wonders awaiting on the Giza Plateau. There, you will behold the Great Pyramids and spend free time at the base of the Chephren or Mykerinos pyramid. As you will discover, the nearby Great Sphinx is equally breathtaking. The scale of this half-human, half-lion monument is staggering and the details of its construction are still unknown. The ancient Egyptians also developed papyrus as the first writing material and you will see how at a papyrus-making demonstration. Time to shop at a bustling bazaar will offer a glimpse into modern life.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See rare Egyptian artifacts in a museum, including those from King Tut’s tomb.
• Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and spend free time at the base of one of them.
• Behold the enigmatic Great Sphinx, which likely dates to around 2500 B.C.
• 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 four hours of moderate to strenuous walking and standing over a combination of paved surfaces, museum floors with stairs, and sandy, uneven terrain at the Giza Plateau. The area around the pyramids can be dusty, and guests should be prepared for extended periods outdoors. This tour is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair and may not be suitable for those with mobility concerns, who are cautioned to carefully evaluate their personal level of stamina and ability. Visit inside a Pyramid is not part of the tour as it requires an additional fee. Not recommended for people suffering from claustrophobia or having back and/or knee problems. The corridor is dark and low and at most of the time visitors must stop or bend their knees while they walk. The main chamber is totally empty. Very humid and dark inside. Site order and timing may vary due to traffic conditions, security requirements, or the ship’s sailing schedule, and in some cases shopping time or the papyrus institute visit may be shortened or omitted. Guests entering Egyptian ports are required by local authorities to carry their passports while ashore.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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    Challenging
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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