Cairo by Air: Pyramids & Khan El Khalili Day Tour from Soma Bay

First thing in the early morning, you will head to Hurghada Airport from Soma Bay to catch your flight to Cairo. The moment you land, you will meet your tour guide then head straight to Cairo and begin your journey, starting with: Giza Pyramids Complex You can't find anything like the Giza pyramids complexes anywhere in the world built during the old kingdom (2686 – 2181 BC) which features a number of monuments that achieved immortal popularity. It consists of the three great pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, the valley temple, and three minor pyramids. The Great Pyramid The Great Pyramid is a living miracle created to provide immortality to one of the greatest kings in history; built-in 2570 BC in the reign of Pharaoh Khufu (2609 BC - 2584 BC) to be his immortal resting place in only 20 years with 2.3 million limestone block and 400,000 workers to reach 147 m (481 ft) high which remains one of the tallest building and the only standing wonder in the ancient ages in the world. The Great Sphinx In front of the second great pyramid is the oldest statue in history the sphinx which is also the name of a mythical creature with the physical structure of a lion and the head and facial expression of a man believed to be Khafre (2558–2532 BC), sitting at the height of 73 m (240 ft) and 19 m (66 ft) wide made interlay from limestone. The Valley Temple Imagine a place where time doesn't move, well this place does exist and it is called the valley temple created in the old kingdom (2686 – 2181 BC) to perform many mortuary rituals primarily the mummification process on the ancient pharaohs which is known as the opening of the mouth ceremony. The Grand Egyptian Museum The Grand Egyptian Museum stands as a modern gateway to five millennia of pharaonic heritage, spanning nearly 490,000 m² and purposefully aligned with the majestic pyramids. Inside its soaring, light-filled atrium and climate-controlled galleries, visitors are greeted by Egypt’s most iconic wonders, the Hanging Obelisk, the towering 11-metre colossus of Ramses II, ten statues of King Senusret, the processional Grand Staircase, and Merneptah’s Victory Column. At its heart lies the most comprehensive, purpose-curated exhibition of over 5,000 treasures from Tutankhamun, inviting travelers on an immersive journey into the artistry, spirituality, and enduring power of one of the world’s greatest civilizations. Lunch Time Lunch will be served on a Nile view and pyramids restaurant: The Egyptian Museum No tour is complete without a visit to the heart of Cairo in Tahrir square where the one and only Egyptian museum is located, which was built in 1901 AD home to many artifacts made from gold and stone plus other materials. Al Muizz Street The enchanting Al Muizz street is a magical creation filled with golden works of art that were made in the 10th century AD in the Fatimid Islamic period as a commercial center. Across the heavenly maze of the Muizz are a string of exquisite cafes, enchanting art galleries, and fabulous houses that will showcase the rich culture and history of this celestial civilization. Khan El Khalili Bazaar Walking through ancient history is a dream coming true with every step taken in the golden brick road of Khan El Khalili bazaar one of the oldest marketplaces in the world, that came to be between 1382 and 1389 AD in the Mamluk era and one of the few that remains very active. The Bazaar is covered with the most hypnotic examples of Islamic architecture and filled with many cafes and shops that feature unique goods only to be found in Egypt. You will head back to Cairo airport and then catch the flight to Hurghada then head to your hotel in Soma Bay thus ending your day trip from soma bay to Cairo by plane. Flight From Hurghada to Cairo & Return Meals Lunch First thing in the early morning, you will head to Hurghada Airport from Soma Bay to catch your flight to Cairo. The moment you land, you will meet your tour guide then head straight to Cairo and begin your journey, starting with:You can't find anything like the Giza pyramids complexes anywhere in the world built during the old kingdom (2686 – 2181 BC) which features a number of monuments that achieved immortal popularity. It consists of the three great pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, the valley temple, and three minor pyramids. The Great Pyramid is a living miracle created to provide immortality to one of the greatest kings in history; built-in 2570 BC in the reign of Pharaoh Khufu (2609 BC - 2584 BC) to be his immortal resting place in only 20 years with 2.3 million limestone block and 400,000 workers to reach 147 m (481 ft) high which remains one of the tallest building and the only standing wonder in the ancient ages in the world. In front of the second great pyramid is the oldest statue in history the sphinx which is also the name of a mythical creature with the physical structure of a lion and the head and facial expression of a man believed to be Khafre (2558–2532 BC), sitting at the height of 73 m (240 ft) and 19 m (66 ft) wide made interlay from limestone. Imagine a place where time doesn't move, well this place does exist and it is called the valley temple created in the old kingdom (2686 – 2181 BC) to perform many mortuary rituals primarily the mummification process on the ancient pharaohs which is known as the opening of the mouth ceremony. The Grand Egyptian Museum stands as a modern gateway to five millennia of pharaonic heritage, spanning nearly 490,000 m² and purposefully aligned with the majestic pyramids. Inside its soaring, light-filled atrium and climate-controlled galleries, visitors are greeted by Egypt’s most iconic wonders, the Hanging Obelisk, the towering 11-metre colossus of Ramses II, ten statues of King Senusret, the processional Grand Staircase, and Merneptah’s Victory Column. At its heart lies the most comprehensive, purpose-curated exhibition of over 5,000 treasures from Tutankhamun, inviting travelers on an immersive journey into the artistry, spirituality, and enduring power of one of the world’s greatest civilizations. Lunch will be served on a Nile view and pyramids restaurant: No tour is complete without a visit to the heart of Cairo in Tahrir square where the one and only Egyptian museum is located, which was built in 1901 AD home to many artifacts made from gold and stone plus other materials. The enchanting Al Muizz street is a magical creation filled with golden works of art that were made in the 10th century AD in the Fatimid Islamic period as a commercial center. Across the heavenly maze of the Muizz are a string of exquisite cafes, enchanting art galleries, and fabulous houses that will showcase the rich culture and history of this celestial civilization. Walking through ancient history is a dream coming true with every step taken in the golden brick road of Khan El Khalili bazaar one of the oldest marketplaces in the world, that came to be between 1382 and 1389 AD in the Mamluk era and one of the few that remains very active. The Bazaar is covered with the most hypnotic examples of Islamic architecture and filled with many cafes and shops that feature unique goods only to be found in Egypt. You will head back to Cairo airport and then catch the flight to Hurghada then head to your hotel in Soma Bay thus ending your day trip from soma bay to Cairo by plane.