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Cairo and Giza
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Cairo Egyptian Museum
Tour 7,000 years of history at the Egyptian museum, which houses the largest collection of ancient Egyptian art in the world. Key features of the museum include the treasures of the boy-king Tutankhamun, including his gold mask, the solid gold sarcophagus that held his mummy and his beautiful throne.
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Cairo Khan El Khalili Bazaar - Half Day
The fascinating Khan El-Khalili Bazaar is reputed to be the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Originally founded as a watering stop for caravanserai in the 14th century, the bazaar has now grown to vast proportions. Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets to find workshops and stalls selling all manner of things from woodwork and glassware to leather goods and perfumes.
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The Grand Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) Complex is a cultural hub and includes one of the largest museums in the world displaying the heritage of a single civilization. The Museum contains over 100,000 artefacts, reflecting Egypt's past from prehistory until the Greek and Roman Periods. As you enter the museum, you can’t miss the colossal statue of King Ramses II, nor the 87 huge royal artefacts exhibited at the grand stairs. These stairs lead up to an impressive 28-meter-high glass façade overlooking the pyramids of Giza. The GEM also hosts over 5,000 artefacts from the tomb of the golden Pharaoh Tutankhamun
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Pyramids of Giza
Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, built over 4,500 years ago as monumental tombs for Pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Towering in scale, Khufu’s pyramid alone was constructed from more than two million stone blocks.Nearby stands the mysterious Sphinx, with the body of a lion and the face of a king, guarding the pyramids for millennia. Legends tell of a young prince who dreamed the Sphinx promised him the throne if he cleared away the sands—a story immortalized on the Dream Stela between its paws.
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Memphis-Sakkara -Pyramids of Giza
Step back in time to the legendary city of Memphis, once the capital of Egypt’s Old Kingdom and a bustling hub of trade. Continue to Sakkara, home of the world’s first pyramid—the famous Step Pyramid of King Zoser—a remarkable symbol of ancient innovation.
Your journey culminates at the awe inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza, the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, alongside the mysterious Sphinx, guardian of the Pharaohs. Together, they tell timeless stories of kings, dreams, and monuments that have endured for over 4,500 years.
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Dahshour Red and Bent Pyramids
Visit the ancient royal cemetery at Dahshour and uncover the pyramids that were the transition between the step pyramids of Sakkara and the smooth-sided ones at Giza. The unusual "Bent Pyramid" gets its name from the curious way that its side’s curve, while the "Red Pyramid" is named for the reddish limestone used to make it.
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Coptic and Islamic Cairo
Discover Egypt’s rich heritage with a visit to the Coptic Museum, showcasing rare sculptures, icons, and colorful textiles. Step into history at the Church of St. Sergius, believed to be where the Holy Family once rested, and admire the iconic Hanging Church suspended above the ancient Roman fortress.
Continue to the Ben Ezra Synagogue, famed for its priceless Geniza documents, then explore the mighty Citadel, a medieval fortress overlooking Cairo. Marvel at the grandeur of the Mosque of Sultan Hassan and the ornate Refaie Mosque, resting place of Egypt’s last royal family.
End your journey wandering through the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a labyrinth of stalls and workshops offering everything from perfumes and leather goods to handcrafted treasures.
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Egyptian Museum & Islamic Walking Tour – Full Day
Explore 7,000 years of history at the Egyptian Museum, home to the treasures of Tutankhamun, including his iconic gold mask and golden sarcophagus.
Then stroll down Muiz El Din Allah Street, Cairo’s historic main avenue, lined with stunning Islamic monuments and lively markets. Pass through the grand gates of Baab El Fotouh and Baab Zuweila, and soak in the atmosphere of one of the world’s richest heritage streets.
Finish your day at the bustling Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a maze of narrow alleys filled with workshops and stalls offering everything from perfumes and glassware to handcrafted leather goods.
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Wekalet El Ghoury Cultural Center
Step into history at this 16th century caravanserai, beautifully restored into a vibrant arts hub. Explore its courtyard, artists’ studios, and craft shops, and experience the world famous Tannoura Dance Troupe in the evenings, accompanied by oriental music, coffee, and local flavors.
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National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC)
Discover Egypt’s story from prehistoric times to today. Highlights include the Royal Mummies Hall, where cutting edge interactive displays reveal the secrets of ancient rituals and beliefs, bringing 7,000 years of civilization vividly to life.
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Gayer Anderson Museum
Known as Bayet al-Krityya , The Geyer Anderson Museum in Cairo was once home to English officer Geyer Anderson Pasha, who settled there in 1935 with permission to furnish the residence in Islamic style and collect Pharaonic, Islamic, and Asiatic antiquities. Upon his departure in 1942, the houses and collection were gifted to Egypt and transformed into a museum.
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Museum of Islamic Art
Admire one of the world’s largest collections of Islamic treasures, from carved woodwork and decorated ceramics to rare manuscripts. Restored and reopened in 2017, the museum offers a journey through centuries of science, art, and faith.
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Coptic Museum
Step into Egypt’s rich Christian heritage at the Coptic Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of Coptic artifacts. Discover illuminated manuscripts, sacred icons, and vibrant frescos that reveal how Coptic art blended with Pharaonic, Greek, Roman, and Byzantine influences.
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Mahmoud Mokhtar Museum
Celebrate Egypt’s modern artistic spirit at the Mahmoud Mokhtar Museum, dedicated to the father of modern Egyptian sculpture. Highlights include his iconic masterpiece Nahdet Masr (Egypt’s Renaissance), alongside works in bronze, marble, and granite that fuse ancient motifs with modern style.
