Day 02   Before we leave Cairo behind, Proceed to Giza plateau, visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body. The tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the complex of Chephren.Proceed to Memphis, the first capital of ancient Egypt, which contains a colossal statue of King Ramses II as well as the famous Alabaster Sphinx. Also Alexander the great was crowned there as Egyptian pharaoh. Not far from Memphis liese Necropolis of Saqqara where stands the ruins of the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the first Pyramid ever Dinner and overnight will be at hotel.

Day 03   After Breakfast, Proceed to Alexandria desert rood in the direction to Al Almien, on the rout visit the three Monasteries of Wadi El Natrun (Natrun Valley), which were founded in the 4^th Century. This tour gives us an excellent opportunity to take a deep look at Coptic Christianity and its heritage. Lunch will be taken in a restaurant on the way. Proceed to Alexandria. Evening will enjoy the view of Fort Qaitbay is the site of Pharos Lighthouse, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Dinner at local restaurant, overnight at hotel

Day 04   Today we explore the deferent faces of Alexandria. We will start with the Roman one, visit the imposing Pompey's Pillar, one of the largest monolithic columns ever erected. It was madein honor of the Emperor Diocletian in 302 AD. Proceed to the Catacombs cimatery of Kom El Shoukafa which dating from the Roman period. This interesting funerary complex has been preserved in its original state and is believed to date from the 2nd century AD. We will explore the site of the Roman Theater and Islamic face of the city in the Mosques, s Squire. Tour in the city and finally visit the Royal Gardens of Montazah.

Day 05   After breakfast, we leave Alexandria behind, we arrive to Alamein 100-km. There we visit the IIWW Museum and the war memorial. (Lunch en route) Moving on, we pass by Marsa Matrouh. Upon reaching Siwa, we tour in the old Siwa Village of Shali, Dinner and overnight in hotel.

Day 06   After breakfast, we visit Cleopatra’s spring, Mountain of the Dead, Alexander the Great Temple (Temple of the Oracle); take a donkey-Drawn Cart for a tour around the city. Afternoon we will start our adventure heading off road 17-km to the Great Sand Sea. Then we rest at the hot spring of Bir Wahid where we can bathe. Dinner and overnight will be in the hotel.

Day 07   Leave Siwa behind, on a 420-km trip to Bahariya Oasis. On route, we will pass by Al Bahrain, Nawemisa and Sitra Oases. Explore the magnificent sand dunes of the eastern edge of the Great Sand Sea.Overnight and dinner is in the hotel

Day 08   In Bahariya we will visit the Golden mummies museum, the noble’s tombs in Qasr Selim (tomb of Bennentiu and Zed-Amoun-Eyof-ankh) which dated back to the 26^th Dynasty, Ain El Bishmu (Roman spring), the temple of Ain El Muftillah and finally Alexander the great chapel. Driving through the Black Desert and its volcanic remains. In the Dune area we will climb sand dune (about 60-meter height), having our picnic lunch in El Haiz Oasis (San George Oasis). Proceed to the Crystal Mountain, Al Agabat the area of the wonders with the desert roses and finally arrive to the White Desert and its unusual limestone formations, the wind carved sculptors that resemble both human and animal faces. Camping under the stars of the sky in natural tranquility and peace of mind.

Day 09   Enjoy the breakfast in the sunshine. Walk through the White Desert near the shaped rocks, with enough opportunities to linger and take photos. Afterwards drive to Farafra oases (40-km). Upon reaching Farafrawe will take a walk between the Fields and the Palm trees, we will explore the unique system of agricultural irrigation in the oases. Visit the village of Qasr El Farafra and the museum of Badr *the local artist, then move on to Dakhla oasis 300-km, before reaching Dakhla, we will visit the roman temple Deir el Haggar "Monastery of Stone" which was built by the Roman Emperor Nero and was dedicated to the Theban Triad Amun, Mut and khonso. Later proceed to Al Kaser (the old Covered City) with its Oil Press; School, Courthouse and Dwelling Chambers. Having lunch as a picnic. Dinner and overnight will be in the hotel in El Kasr village.

Day 10   Leaving Dakhla behind, we head to Kharga 190-km. visit Mut city (the capital of Dakhla oasis), which named after the ancient goddess of the Theban Triad. Proceed to the small villages Balat, walk through the old city, and visit some houses, mosques and finally the famous Mastabas from the old Kingdom and the site of Archaeological Excavations of the hidden ancient village Ain Asil. Have a lunch experience in a simple Egyptian house with the natives. Proceed to Kharga, visit El Bagawat Cemetery and The Museum of Kharga. Dinner and overnight will be enjoyed in the hotel.

Day 11   Have breakfast in the hotel. Following the famous caravan route southwards, we pass through the oasis Paris. Walk through the city, Watch the special kind of pilgrimage arts (Haj art). The Walls are decorated with drawings and descriptive scenes of the pilgrimage to Mecca. Proceed to Darb Alarbien Road (Forty Days Caravans Road), driving to area of Dush, which was a religious, military and civilian complex that primarily developed as the result of the caravans’ road between Egypt and Sudan crossing the desert to Assuit or Esna. We will visit the Dush temple, which was dedicated to Serapis, Isis and Horpocrates. Driving to Luxor, lunch will be enjoyed on way. Upon arrival to Luxor’s west bank, visit the Necropolis of Thebes, Valley of the Kings, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the colossi of Memnon.Dinner and Overnight will be at hotel.

Day 12   Today we will explore the glory of ancient Thebes or Luxor. We will start with the west bank; visit the Necropolis of Thebes, Valley of the Kings, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the colossi of Memnon. After lunch proceed to the largest ancient religious site in the world Karnak temple. And finally visit Luxor temple with the famous granite obelisk of Ramses II.Transfer to Cairo by the sleeper train. 

Day 13   Today we will explore Cairo (City of a thousand minarets), visit the Egyptian museum, (one of the most famous museums contains the most magnificent collection of antiques include; Mummies, Sarcophagi & fabulous treasures of TUTANKHAMUN' tomb). Then proceed to Salah El Din citadel and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali. Finally drive to the famous bazar of Khan El Khalily.

Day 14   Transfer to Cairo airport for the final departure.

Program Including

* Visa support before passport control up on arrival

Program Excluding

* Egypt entry visa cost