Day 1:

Start driving from Alexandria port towards Cairo about 3 hours driving through the flat desert landscape to Africa's largest city, Cairo. Upon arrival, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. Free time will be taken for photos and for those wishing, to walk closer to the pyramids. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and all the pyramids below. Your next stop will at the guardian of the mortuary complex, the mysterious Sphinx. Carved out of a solid natural rock around 2650 B.C., the Sphinx has the head of a man, body of a lion; you will have free time for photos and to explore the area Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Following your tour, you will start driving back to the port, about 3 hours driving back

Day 2:

Start driving from the Alexandria port to the Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, one of the Seven Wonders of the middle Ages. Constructed in the 2nd century A.D, we will continue driving to the Citadel of Quait Bay for a photo stop. Our next stop will be at one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the lighthouse of Ancient Alexandria once stood on this site. Finished in the 3rd century B.C, The present day fort was built in the 1480's by Sultan Qaitbey using pieces of the lighthouse. These blocks are clearly visible due to their excessive size in comparison to surrounding masonry. A photo stop will be made at the beautiful Abu El Abbass mosque; A photo stop will also be made at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier which dates back to 1915. Next, you will visit the new Bibliotheca Alexandrina, built on or near the site of the ancient Library of Alexandria. Built at the beginning of the 3rd century BC, Next, you will take a drive along the Mediterranean coast to the Montaza Gardens, 115 acres of gardens that surround the Montaza Palace, built in 1932 by King Fouad and inherited by his son King Farouk, last of the Egyptian kings. Start driving back to the port

Package price per person :

( 2-3 ) 170 USD
( 4-6 ) 155 USD
( 7-9 ) 140 USD
(10 -14 ) 110 USD

Inclusions :

• 1 days Tour in Cairo with private guide.
• 1 days Tour in Alexandria with private guide.
• Free mineral water during the tour on board the vehicle.
• Private A/C Van for all visiting sights.
• Meet & assist upon arrival.
• An Egyptology tour guide.
• Sightseeing admissions.
• Security during the tour .
• All transfers the port to the port

Exclusions :

• Egypt 's entry visa
• Gratuities & personal expenses
• Beverages in hotels and restaurants
• Entrance to the solar boat museum and mummy room
• Lunch during tour

Shore Excursion Duration : 36 Hours

Shore Excursion Leaves : on the ship pier

Food/Beverage provided : No lunch is included during the one day tour, Mineral water during the tour is included (in the day tour)

Dress : Comfortable clothing and sensible, comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Sun glasses and sunscreen are suggested.

Flexibility: this tour is designed to accommodate private groups, individuals & it is flexible to match all our clients' inquirers

Payment Method : Upon Arrival. Cash payments in USD & EURO are accepted and preferred. Payment in credit card is subject o 3% bank commission (Please note that credit card payment will not be done inside the port, but will be during the tour) we accept also Egyptian currency and you can you an ATM machine everywhere during the tour , we advice that you carry an ATM card as well

Vehicles: all vehicles are modern and air conditioned provided by mineral water during all the tour on board the vehicle

The Camera Fees:

• In the pyramids area free
  
• In the museum not allowed
  
• In sakkara it is allowed except inside the tombs
  
• In the sound and light show it is free but video camera with 7 USD

Tour Confirmation: we require the following info to confirm the tour

The guest names , the guest's phone / cell number (essential), Cruise arrival date & schedule, Cabin number

Children policy :

Infant from 1 up 4:99 are free of charge
Children under from 5 yrs to 11:99 yrs old will have 50% discount
Children from 12 & up are adult with full payment

Meals : Meals are not included during the one day tour unless specified & it is included for the overnight excursions

Lunch options: Nile blue excursions is offering a Varity of lunch options

Pyramids view restaurant: 10 USD PP
Nile view restaurant: 15 USD PP
Vegetarian meals are available on request
Kosher meals are available on request

Tour plans :

This tour can be operated from Alexandria , Port Said , Suez and Sukhna ports
The tour order plan is subject to change due to traffic & cruise ship arrival
Please note that credit card payment will not be done inside the port , but will be during the tour

Make the most of your time, listed below are the optional activities that are available on this trip.

Camel ride Safari :
You will have the opportunity to take a 15-minute short camel safari from the Pyramids down to the Sphinx. This is a great photo opportunity! The price is $15 single "occupancy", $25 double "occupancy".

Traditional Felucca Ride (an hour tour) :

There's no better way to appreciate the easy pace of life on the Nile than to join a felucca sail trek. The felucca has been the most popular vessel on the Nile for centuries and is still widely used today. About 11m long and rigged with a tall lateen or triangular sail, it has no motor and relies only on the steady north wind. We use up to three feluccas for our leisurely sail trek (15$ per person)

The sound and light show at the pyramids :

You will attend the English Version of the Sound and Light Show. The magnificent history and achievements of the ancient Egyptians come to life as the illuminated Pyramids and the impressive mysterious Sphinx dominate the surrounding darkness, check in into you hotel (30 $) per person ( sound and light schedule could be changed without prior notice )

Nile Dinner Cruise on the Nile Maxim or similar :

These cruises are known to offer one of the most luxurious dinner cruises on the Nile with the best service. the food and the entertainment (belly dancers, twirling dervishes and singers) are known to be excellent. This is a dinner option for the tour and costs 50$ per person. www.maximrestaurants.com dinner cruise booking will be according to the available schedule on the arrival day (5:45 pm to 7:30 pm & 8:15 pm to 10:00 pm & 10:30 pm to 12:30 am & dinner cruise schedules could be changed without prior notice)

Dinner in old Cairo :
Enjoy Cairo's most spectacular open air view. Serves fresh salads and delicious oriental and international dishes, you will enjoy the medieval Atmosphere and the view to the old mosques and churches in old Cairo
(45$) pp

Dinner in local restaurant :
Near to the hotel to taste the local food &. Here you have a choice of red meat, chicken, or fish, calamari & shrimps (15$) pp

Dinner or lunch on board a private yacht:
Enjoy your dinner or lunch on board a private yacht cursing the Nile up and down, only for your group