Rondleiding door het Grand Egyptian Museum en de wonderen van het noorden - GEM1

Today, a busy day is waiting for you on this remarkable Egypt tour package.

Following breakfast, your tour in Egypt begins with the Great Pyramids of Giza, the majestic work of 3 great Pharaohs: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure that testify to royal perfectionism & artistry and bring the history to life in front of your eyes.

Also, at the Giza plateau, you’ll meet the mighty Sphinx, an architectural beauty of limestone 3,000 years old of a mythical creature that represents the greatness of ancient Egypt architecture.

Next, we’ll take you to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located near the Giza Pyramids in Egypt, is set to be the largest archaeological museum in the world dedicated to a single civilization. Spanning over 480,000 square meters, it will house a vast collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the complete tomb collection of Tutankhamun, showcased together for the first time. The museum's modern design, featuring a grand glass facade offering views of the pyramids, aims to blend Egypt's rich history with contemporary architecture. It serves as a new cultural hub, offering immersive experiences through advanced display techniques and interactive exhibits.

After lunch, you’ll be taken back to the hotel.

Upon breakfast, you’ll hit the road to the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqarah, which represents a major shift in the pyramids' construction principle. It was surrounded by temples and courtyards honoring King Djoser. 

Then, you’ll get a chance to meet the Bent Pyramid in Dahshur, which showcases the evolution of the Pyramids building process and has unique smooth sides covered with limestone casing that used to reflect sunlight with two entrances.

After a delicious lunch, we conclude the day with a visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which houses Egypt’s major stock of artifacts and monuments of almost 170,000 different extraordinary pieces like the treasuries of great Kings like Tutankhamun and his famous mask.

Finally, we’ll get you back to the hotel.

Following breakfast, you’ll be taken on a religious mixture of Islamic, Jewish, and Coptic treasures starting with the Sultan Hassan Mosque, which is situated as a masterpiece of the Islamic art complex that consists of a mosque and a madrassa that showcases brilliant intricate craftsmanship in each of its corners.

Then, you’ll continue to the Coptic Cairo starting with Ben Ezra Synagogue, which has peaceful interiors with fabulously crafted furnishings and decorations, along with stained glass windows imposing the cultural and historical importance of the synagogue itself which allegedly was built where baby Moses was discovered by the Pharaoh's daughter.

Continuing, you’ll witness the Hanging Church, a Coptic marvel that was once the major center for Christian worship for centuries and mixes between the Byzantine and Coptic architectural styles.

Shortly after, you’ll enter the Church of Abu Serga or “Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church”, where the Holy Family took refuge and has a unique style in its basilica layout, nave, and its wooden roof that symbolizes Noah’s Ark.

After lunch, we’ll head to Al Rifai Mosque, and witness its cultural mix of Mamluk and Ottoman architectural styles that can be seen in the minarets, arches, and its artistic inner design that includes wooden doors, Islamic calligraphy, and high domes.

Finally, we'll head back to the hotel.

Following your breakfast, you’ll be taken via our air-conditioned vehicle to start your day trip to Alexandria from Cairo. 

We’ll kick off the day with the mysteries of the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa or “Mound of Shards”, which was once a necropolis that mixes Egyptian, Roman, and Greek funerary styles. You’ll see the “Hall of Caracalla” or the Hall of Bones of those murdered by the Roman emperor, Caracalla.

Next, we’ll move to Pompey’s Pillar, an 88-foot red granite pillar carved with unbelievable engineering precision. The pillar is located at what was once the temple of the Greco-Egyptian god, Serapis.

Shortly after, you’ll be headed to St. Catherine Church, a blend of the European and Neo-Gothic architectural styles, and known for its exquisite arches, beautifully stained-glass windows, and tall spires, with an interior artwork of the altar, religious paintings of the Catholic identity of the church, making it a worth visiting destination. 

After a local Egyptian cuisine lunch, we’ll continue with the Qaitbay Citadel, a medieval military pearl built over the ruins of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Qaitbay Citadel is known for its thick walls and its defensive capabilities which enabled it to defend Alexandria many times.

Later, we conclude the day trip to Alexandria from Cairo at the Cornish strolling across Stanley Bridge for serene and calming views of the sea.

Finally, we’ll head back to Cairo concluding our 5-day tour.