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8 days
Specific Tour
8 people
English
Cairo and Sharm El Sheikh
Egypt Deluxe bring the ultimate family-friendly experience in the form of the Cairo Highlights & Sharm tour, a combination of fun filled activities and the best of the iconic “must-see” attractions. We’ve got kids ourselves so know how important it is to strike a happy balance to ensure all ages get the ultimate enjoyment from their vacation. And we’re pretty proud of the itinerary we’ve put together.
We experience the very best of ancient Cairo, visit Memphis and Sakkara, and, naturally, we take a camel ride around the jaw-dropping beauty and history that are the Pyramids of Giza. Here, even the most cell-phone addicted teen will be inspired to snap the odd selfie to wow their Insta. fans, and the younger kids will be enthralled by the gory tales of mummification and golden death masks at the Egyptian museum.
Wildlife is always a hit—no matter what your age—and the rich flora and fauna on display at the Africa Safari Park certainly won’t disappoint. A trip to Alexandria will delight the history buffs and, don’t worry, we’ll be sampling excellent traditional foodstuffs throughout out tour. And while we do, of course, embrace the incredible ancient history on offer, we also ensure that we take a walk through the best of 21st century Egypt too, with visits to the ultra-modern Cairo Festival and Mall of Cairo.
The beach side city and resort of Sharm El Sheikh provides R&R and adventure in equal measures. We snorkel or dive the rich waters of the Red Sea to view what is probably the best display of sea life on the planet. There’s ample opportunity to have fun above the water as well, with parasailing, a visit to the famous dolphin show, and a thrilling 4X4 desert adventure. Rest assured, this will be a holiday to remember—the perfect fusion of old and new, history and excitement… We provide the medium, all you need bring is the family…!
Arrive at Cairo International Airport where you’ll be met by your Egypt Deluxe resident tour leader. Enjoy a private, air-conditioned transfer to the luxurious, conveniently located Semiramis Intercontinental Hotel, an incredible residence where you get to rest your head in a glorious atmosphere .
Dinner and overnight at the hotel. Hotel Semiramis Intercontinental
Enjoy an early breakfast before boarding our transport to start the tour by visiting the step pyramid of SAKKARA. Here you’ll discover the first Pyramid built by DZOSER, it is the first rock-cut building in the history. We lunch before heading to what is probably the most famous landmark in the world, the Pyramids of Giza. Forget what you’ve read, forget the pictures you’ve seen, because nothing will prepare you for the awe-inspiring emotions you’ll experience when you first set eyes on the only ancient wonder of the world that still exists today—The Great Pyramid. These marvels of ancient architectural skill are guarded over by the steely gaze of The Sphinx, and we have plenty of time to get up close and personal with these behemoth structures. Board your own ‘ship of the desert’ for a sunset camel ride before returning to the hotel. Free evening to either relax at the hotel or perhaps explore the hustle and bustle of Cairo's old town.
Hotel Semiramis Intercontinental Meals: Breakfast,Lunch.
After breakfast we start early (07:30) we head to the safari wonders that is Africa Park and the port city of Alexandria. Africa Park opened in 2004 and is the only open zoo/safari park in the whole of the Middle East. This wonderful forested area offers the chance to get up close to some of Africa’s gentle indigenous fauna, and then take a boat trip along the park’s river to see some of the more ferocious in their natural habitat, such as crocodiles and hippos. Rare reptiles are also a big draw, as are Cobras, Turtles, Jerboa, and Falcons. We then drive to Alexandria for a well-earned lunch at the Fish Market Restaurant. Enjoy a tour of the city’s highlights; The catacombs of KOM El SHOKAFA that date back to the 2nd century, the impressive, 30-meter-high column that’s known as Pompey’s Pillar, and hewn from a single piece of red Aswan granite, and view from outside the library of Alexandria. This was one of the largest and most significant libraries in the ancient world, and is the most famous library classical antiquities and the beautiful and extensive gardens of Montazah Palace. After a full day of exploration, we drive back to the hotel for some well-deserved time to unwind for the evening.
Hotel Semiramis Intercontinental Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner.
Enjoy an early breakfast and then board our transport at 08:00 am to visit what is probably to most fascinating collection of ancient artefacts on the planet—The Egyptian Museum. With an almost overwhelming number of exhibits on offer, your experienced guide will ensure you don’t miss the ‘must-see’ attractions. We also visit the wonderful Citadel of Salah El Din, perhaps the most impressive medieval fortresses in the world, where we can wander, it’s foreboding walls and marvel at the impenetrable gateways and towers. It also houses no less than three places of worship, and we visit one of them—the Mohamed Ali Mosque, a truly impressive building boasting a 52-meter high dome and twin 84 meter tall minarets towering above the landscape. We finally have a tour at the every-changing alleyways of Khan el Khalili bazaar. After a filling local meal you’ll get the chance to test your bartering skills in the souks.
Semiramis Intercontinental Hotel Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner.
We breakfast early before heading to the airport for our short flight to the beautiful beach city and resort of Sharm El Sheikh. Our base for the next three nights is the gorgeous Cleopatra Luxury resort, a 5-star luxury with everything you need for pampered elegance. You’ll enjoy a few hours to relax and explore before we hit the dunes with a sunset safari into the desert (Mote or quad bike ). The 2-hour trip takes us to a local Bedouin settlement where we learn their thousands of years old secrets of baking bread (delicious!) and weaving traditional garments. They treat us to tea before we board our 4X4 s once again to head back to the hotel.
Cleopatra Luxury Hotel & Spa Hotel Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner.
It’s another early start today and we leave the hotel after breakfast at 08:00 for a full day on the water. Our comfortable boat transports us to some of the best snorkeling and swimming spots in the Red Sea at Ras Mohamed, Ras Muhammad is the most famous national park in Egypt and one of the most famous diving sites in the world. A national park that is located between the rich coral reefs of the Red Sea and the inland desert of the Sinai- it covers the coral headland at the southernmost tip of Sinai. At the southern end of the headland there is a small stand of Mangrove . Beneath the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea you'll find coral reefs teeming with life including a diversity of vertebrate and invertebrate species. Prepare to be blown away by the vivid colors of the reef, fish, and corals. All snorkeling gear and life jackets are provided. We have lunch on board and there’s ample room under cover to escape the sun when you need to. And after such a full on day, you’ll be delighted to learn that this evening is your own to enjoy the delights of the hotel amenities or wander out into town for a little self-exploration.
Cleopatra Luxury resort Hotel Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner.
Take breakfast at your leisure as this morning is free time. There’s so much to do in Sharm, from parasailing, camel rides, shopping, or—as so many choose to do—get back into the water and snorkel with the extraordinary mix of underwater life. For many, this is the ultimate activity of the trip! Afternoon, enjoy a city tour of Sharm visiting El Sahaba Mosque, walking in the Old Market and spring lively place over the beauty of Sharm, visit Soho Square to see the Dancing Fountain show, a wonderful fountain dancing to the tunes of songs, Egyptian dances, and lighting colors to the music. Transfer to airport for flight back to Cairo. Arrival Cairo and transfer to your hotel.
Cleopatra Luxury resort Hotel Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner.