<DB13D1> 13 Days Egypt & Dubai
View: Cairo, Sphnix, Sakkara Pyramid, Aswan, Nile Cruise, Luxor, Temple of Hatshepsut
Tour Guide Languages : Cantonese, English, Mandarin
Departure:Every MON
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Day 1 - Home City Cairo
Depart from home city to Cairo – Capital of Egypt.
Day 2 - Arrival in Cairo
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to hotel for rest.
Day 3 - Cairo - Giza Pyramids – Sphnix – Camel Ride – Egyptian Museum – Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Today we enjoy a full day of sightseeing including one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx, which casts its enigmatic gaze across the sands of the desert. A camel ride and the admission to the Pyramid will be provided. Later, we will visit the Egyptian Museum, home of King Tutankhanum’s priceless treasures and magnificent collection of antiquities including mummies and sarcophagi. Finally, a stroll at El Khalili Bazaar for local specialties is a must.
Day 4 - Cairo - Free at Leisure - Sakkara Pyramid – By Train - Aswan
Morning is free at leisure to explore this city on your own, or join an optional excursion to see the Memphis. After lunch we will visit Sakkara which is dominated by the step pyramid of king Zoser, and is one of the oldest stone structures in the world for more than 4700 years. Then before transferring to station for an overnight train to Aswan, take a shower and short break at a 4-star hotel.
Day 5 - Aswan - High Dam - Unfinished Obelisk – Temple of Abu Simbel (Optional) – Nile Cruise
Upon arrival at Aswan in the morning, we explode the High Dam – a testimony to modern engineering, holding back the massive water of Lake Nasser and visit the Unfinished Obelisk. An once in a lifetime optional excursion to Abu Simbel is highly recommended before boarding the cruise ship to set sail for Luxor. The mighty Sun Temple of Abu Simbel was flanked by four giant stone statues of Rames I, reclaimed from the dam and reconstructed in its present and unforgettable site
Day 6 - Kom Ombo - Edfu - Luxor
Along the sailing, we will stop at Komo Ombo for the Temple of Sobek and Horus built for the falcon and crocodile gods and at Edfu for the Temple of Edfu – Egypt’s best-preserved cult temple dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
Day 7 - Luxor - Valley of the Kings - Temple of Hatshepsut
Today’s highlight will be the visit to the Valley of the Kings. Selected in the hills, the new Kingdom of Pharaohs were buried in dramatically shafted tombs. Next we will visit the Temple of Colossi of Memnon and the breathtaking Queen Hatshepsut’s impressive temple. Afternoon start touring the gigantic temple complex at Karnak and the grand temple of Luxor. Belly dance show is reserved for you tonight on board the cruise.
Day 8 - Luxor Cairo – Citadel Fort – Old Cairo
We will Disembark the cruise and take the flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, we coach you to the destination of Citadel Fort. It is a medieval fortress built by Saladin, the hero who led Muslim resistance to the European Crusaders. We then go to the Old Coptic, and area of great historical and cultural importance. The most attractive sight is the Hanging Church, known in Arabic as al-Muallaqah (The Suspended), this church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and most possibly the first built in Basilican style. Accommodation: Movenpick Hotel or similar
Day 9 - Cairo Dubai
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport for flight to Dubai. Upon arrival in Dubai, transfer to hotel. Dinner at local restaurant.
Day 10 - Dubai (Included lunch at 7 stars hotel Burj Arab)
After breakfast, Visit Jumeiah Park, Jumeirah Mosque and view Burj Al Arab 7 Stars hotel from exterior. Visit Dubai Museum and understand the history and development of UAE.
Afterwards, continue for a city tour in Dubai. View Emirates Palace (exterior) then take the water taxi and see the beauty of the bay. Included deluxe lunch at 7 stars Burj Al Arab Hotel. In the afternoon, take an optional excursion and enter the desert by 4WD. There is Arab Camel Farm. You may experience the “Sand Board” and view the sunset at desert.
Afterwards, take a camel ride and enjoy a traditional Arab dinner. Various salad, grilled food, and non-alcoholic drinks will be served. Enjoy an Arab cultural performance. You may also try on the Arab costume for photo opportunities. Desert Safari end and return to hotel for rest.
Day 11 - Abu Dhabi
After breakfast, proceed to Abu Dhabi. Upon arrival, visit the Congress Building, Man-made Island, and Emirates Palace. Proceed to Alhassan. Return to Dubai afterwards.
Day 12 - Sharjah
After breakfast, transfer to Sharjah. Visit Cultural Plaza, King Fasal Mosque. Pass by Emirate Palace. Stroll at the Gold Souk. Afternoon, visit City Center, the largest shopping mall in the Middle East region. Evening, optional night cruise: tour around the bay for 2 hrs. Enjoy a seafood buffet dinner on board and enjoy the traditional Arab music. Afterwards, transfer to airport for midnight return flight.
Day 13 - Dubai Hometown
Board the return flight on the night of Day 12.
***** Charming *****
