Visit To Cairo " one day"
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Nov-21-2011
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s the capital of Egypt and the largest city in the Arab world and Africa, and the 16th largest metropolitan area in the world. Nicknamed "The City of a Thousand Minarets" for its preponderance of Islamic architecture, Cairo has long been a centre of the region's political and cultural life. Cairo was founded by the Fatimid dynasty in the 10th century AD.; but the land composing the present-day city was the site of national capitals whose remnants remain visible in parts of Old Cairo. Cairo is al
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Tour Itinerary
One Sky Tours representive will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to visit amazing sightseeng in Cairo:
Step back in time to the days of ancient Egypt on a private tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, the necropolis of Sakkara and the former capital, Memphis. With your own private Egyptologist guide to lead the way on this private tour, you can determine the amount of time you'd like to spend at each of the sites you'll visit.
The Giza Plateau is only around 30 minutes from Cairo, where your qualified Egyptologist guide will provide a fascinating introduction to each of the three pyramids: Cheops, Khafre and Menakaure. You will have free time to enter one of the pyramids (additional cost), though your guide is not permitted to enter with you, or take a camel ride (additional cost).
After visiting the pyramids, you'll continue across the plateau for a photo opportunity of the three pyramids rising from the sands, with the Cairo skyline in the background. A short drive to the city side of the plateau finds you standing at the feet of the Sphinx, for thousands of years the enigmatic symbol of Egypt. Also in Giza you may visit the Solar Boat Museum (optional), home to the remarkably well preserved funerary boat of Khufu.
Your next stop is Sakkara, home of Egypt's oldest pyramid, built in 2650 B.C. Your guide will provide a brief history of the famous Step Pyramid and you'll have free time to walk around.
Your final stop is Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. Here you will see artifacts from many of the great rulers of Egypt, including the fallen statue of Ramses II. You will also have the chance to visit a Papyrus Institute to see how the famous artwork is made.
Cairo Tower
One of the curiosities of Cairo to visit: you will not regret it! ! This tower 185 meters high built on the island of Gezira Was completed in 1961. It is supposed to represent a braiding in osier.La panoramic view can be appreciated without moving Through the revolving dining room, which makes 360 ° in 20 minutes, Although sometimes capricious mechanical… On the flat roof of the cafeteria, the long-views await you.
The Pharaonic Village
The Pharaonic Village is Egypt's historic park. It's a unique place where Egypt's entire history is explained in 2 to 3 hours including our ancient history as well as our modern history. Visiting The Pharaonic Village is recommended to be at the beginning of the trip to Egypt. It is located on an island in the Nile, just 3miles south of the center of Cairo. In this village you are transported by floating amphitheaters, and a hundred actors and actresses demonstrate scenes from ancient Egypt (Papyrus making, sculpting, home building….etc.).
Then you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.
Tour Includes
* Pick up and drop off service from your hotel
* Professional guide assistance
* Hotel pickup and drop off
* Transport by air conditioned vehicle
Tour Excludes
* Any extras not mentioned in the program
* Drinks in Restaurant
* personal expenses
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Article Source :
http://www.articleseen.com/Article_Visit To Cairo " one day"_107534.aspx
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Author Resource :
http://www.oneskytoursegypt.com/
http://www.oneskytoursegypt.com/Excursions/Egypt-Cairo/
http://www.oneskytoursegypt.com/Excursions/Egypt-Cairo/Sightseeing/
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Keywords :
cairo, egypt, nile cruise, pyramid, sphinx,
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Travel and Leisure
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Travel and Leisure
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