After breakfast you will be accompanied by your personl guide to:
Giza Pyramids Complex
The Giza Pyramids Complex, includes the iconic pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, built around 2600-2500 BCE. It features the Great Sphinx and several smaller tombs, showcasing ancient Egyptian engineering and architectural mastery. This site offers profound insights into Egypt's rich history.
The Great Pyramid
The Great Pyramid, also known as the Pyramid of Khufu, is the largest and oldest of the three pyramids in the Giza Pyramids Complex. Built around 2580-2560 BCE, it originally stood at 481 feet tall and was the tallest man-made structure for over 3,800 years. Constructed with over 2 million limestone blocks, this ancient wonder exemplifies the remarkable engineering skills of the ancient Egyptians and remains a must-see for anyone visiting Egypt.
The Great Sphinx
The Great Sphinx, is a colossal limestone statue with a lion's body and a pharaoh's head, likely Khafre. Carved around 2500 BCE, it's 240 feet long and 66 feet high, making it one of the world's largest and oldest statues. This iconic monument is famed for its enigmatic expression and historical significance.
The Valley Temple
The Valley Temple, located near the Great Sphinx in Giza, Egypt, dates back to around 2500 BCE. Built during the Old Kingdom for Pharaoh Khafre, it served as a site for mummification and religious rituals. The temple is renowned for its impressive limestone and granite architecture, offering key insights into ancient Egyptian funerary practices and monumental construction.
Lunch Time
Upon concluding your Giza tour, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch at a high quality restaurant.
Saqqara Step Pyramid
The Saqqara Step Pyramid, is the world's oldest stone pyramid, built around 2630 BCE for Pharaoh Djoser. Designed by the architect Imhotep, it features a distinctive stepped design with six tiers. This ancient structure marks a significant advancement in architectural techniques and serves as a precursor to the later smooth-sided pyramids. The Step Pyramid is a crucial site for understanding the development of ancient Egyptian tomb construction and engineering.
Memphis City
Memphis City, was ancient Egypt's capital during the Old Kingdom, founded around 3100 BCE by Pharaoh Menes. It was a political and cultural hub, home to significant historical sites like the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx.
Overnight
As night falls, you'll return to your hotel in Cairo, ready to rest and recharge for the New Year Celebration adventures that await.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Fairmont Nile City