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TWO SEAS (Dunes and Waves) (11 days)
The 2 SEAS (Dunes and Waves) circuit is very good for those interested in this type of adventure travel through the desert; It includes the oases of Egypt and Sand Sea, to the temples of the Nile valley, Cairo, Luxor and Red sea. Sleeping in camps and hotels.
Accommodation:
- 3 nights at a hotel in Cairo (with breakfast)
- 3 nights in desert (full board)
- 2 nights at a hotel in Luxor (half board)
- 2 nights at a hotel in Hurghada (full board)
ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival to Cairo
Our services begin from your arrival at the Cairo International Airport, where our Misrona Tours representative awaits you at the immigration counter with a sign with your name to help you with the visa procedures. Then departure from the airport with your suitcases and transfer in a modern air-conditioned car to the hotel. Finish your hotel accommodation and declare your itinerary details.
Day 2: Giza pyramids and sphinx
After breakfast and early in the day, departure to visit the impressive visit of the Giza enclosure and its pyramids. A journey of approximately three hours on the Giza plateau to discover the most outstanding monuments worldwide, of course the only wonder of the ancient world that exists until now; the pyramid of King Cheops. Also, next to it are two more large pyramids; that of Khafre, son of Cheops and that of Menkaure, son of the last and grandson of Cheops. This is where the most famous sculpture in the world is located; the Sphinx of Giza, dating from the time of Khafre with a human head and a lion's body. Also visit its temple called Temple of the Valley. In the enclosure there are six satellite pyramids; three next to that of Cheops and three that of Menkaure which was for his wives and daughters.
Those who are not overwhelmed by closed places, can access the interior of a pyramid. They can choose between the pyramid of Menkaure for only 100 L.E. or the pyramid of Cheops, the price is 440 L.E. Tickets are bought at the ticket offices of the main entrances of the enclosure and only the Egyptian currency, the pound, is accepted. We went through a gallery of papyrus to see how the ancient papyrus was made.
Afternoon the optional excursion to the Memphis site, which is an open-air museum. The city was founded as the first capital of the country Egypt from the year 3100 a. With the name of Men-Nefer to Memphis in Greek. Here we have statues from the time of Ramses II with a 10.3-tall colossus made from a single piece of limestone. Also, an alabaster sphinx from the time of the new empire, possibly from the time of Tuthmosis III, one of the great pharaohs with a total weight of 80 tons and 8 meters long. At the end of the visit of Memphis, eat a traditional menu. Then we continue to visit Sakkara necropolis, which is really the most important in the history of Egypt where, here you can see the stepped pyramid of Pharaoh Djoser, the first pyramid that was built in the country in limestone 2700 BC. A. In the enclosure one also visits a tomb of many that are distributed by the necropolis of Saqqara. These tombs are called mastabas, they belong to the nobles, and they generally have quite well-preserved colors and their interesting themes describe the daily life of the ancient Egyptians in the countryside and the Nile River. We also entered a pyramid with the texts of the pyramids that form the first book on the afterlife and guaranteed for the kings a safe and quiet journey to paradise and eternity. They can also enjoy a panoramic view of the great pyramid field of the western Egyptian desert. The stepped pyramid is open to the public from 2020 with extra admission for only 100 L.E. Tickets are bought at the ticket offices of the main entrances of the enclosure and only the Egyptian currency, the pound, is accepted... Then we back to hotel.
Day 3: Cairo - Bawiti – White Desert
Early departure from Cairo to the Bahariya Oasis 380 km. Upon arrival we have lunch. Then we go to the Black Desert, the Bedouin village (El Haez) with the fresh water well, then we continue to the crystal mountain. Then we continue to El Agabat known as the New White Desert. We continue to the Old White Desert where we admire the natural forms of the mountains. Like (mushrooms - hen - ice cream and sphinx). We spend the night there with dinner for B.Q.A. Sleeping in tents. We enjoyed the stars never seen better in Egypt.
Day 4: White Desert - El Dakhlah
Breakfast in the White Desert and departure on the way to the Farafrah oasis, following the path to the Dakhlah oasis and passing through the Islamic settlement of Al Qasr from medieval times. The capital of the oases during the Ottoman times from the 16th to the 19th centuries. It has partly preserved the medieval character. And its oldest neighborhood is crossed by dark streets. After the visit we continue to the camp where we have lunch and the possibility of an excursion with the sunset in the dunes of Dohus on the camels. Dinner at the camp and spend the night there.
Day 5: El Dakhlah - El Khargah
Breakfast at the camp and we left with luggage on the way to the Kharga oasis; to the Pioneer Sol Y Mar hotel where we have lunch, and after lunch we go out to visit the Hibis temple. It is undoubtedly the best preserved of all the temples in the oases. It was propped up with large wooden logs to prevent it from collapsing due to water seepage since 1948. It was dismantled and moved to another location not far away, about 500 m. northeast to protect it from being destroyed. Then we visit the Bagawat necropolis; It is 500 m. long by 200 m. the maximum width. They are grouped into 8 groups. In total there are 263 chapels, of which 30 are destroyed. Among them there is only one church that bears the number (180). Dinner at the hotel and spend the night there.
Day 6: El Khargah - Luxor
Breakfast at the hotel and we leave with luggage on the way to Luxor passing through the Gheweta temple: It is 17 km away. south of the city El Kharga. It is a temple dedicated to the Theban triad: Amun, Mut and Khonsu. It is one of the very few temples built in the Ptolemaic era in the desert. It is from the time of the XXV dynasty, named after Pharaoh Darius I, completed by Ptolemy III, IV and X. surrounded by adobe buildings.
Then we set out on our way to Luxor. Once we arrive, we have lunch and then continue to visit the eastern bank of Luxor; the temple of Luxor, from the time of the new kingdom of the pharaohs: Tuthmosis III, Ramses II, Amenophis III and Alexander the Great next to the Nile River. We can see the avenue of the 2,500-meter-long sphinxes dating back to the 4th century BC and the reign of Nectaneb II that connected the temple of Luxor with the temple of Karnak.
Then we go to check in at the hotel of Luxor. Night at hotel
Day 7: Western Luxor
In the early morning, enjoy a relaxed breakfast. You’ll then set out to visit the western bank includes the visit of the most important necropolis in Egypt (place of Truth), the Valley of the Kings and we can enter three tombs of the 63 in total that have been discovered so far in the enclosure. The tombs have well preserved colors with very interesting texts that describe the afterlife and the king's journey to the afterlife of paradise. Our guide chooses the most interesting of those that are opened. Then we visit the temple of Deir el Bahary; It is the funerary temple of Pharaoh Hatchepsut from 1480 BC. which has a very rare shape of two ramps and three terraces in front of the cliff of the Theban limestone mountain. You can still see colors on the walls of the temple that still has a more carved part inside the mountain with the sanctuary of the holy place. Then we have a stop in front of the Colossi of Memnon; two gigantic statues that were moved from Cairo to flank the entrance to the funerary temple of King Amenophis III but the temple was lost and the statues remain, witness to the greatness that the temple possessed in its time.
Lunch in local restaurant at Luxor, then we visit the temple of Karnak, it is the largest temple of worship in the world with more than 23 hectares. It is the history of Luxor (Thebes) with 22 centuries of works from the 20th century BC. until the 2nd century AD, all for the cult of the main triad of the city: Amon Re, Mot and Khonsu. Then time to relax with felucca trip... Then back to the hotel. Night at Luxor hotel.
Day 8: Luxor - Hurghada
After breakfast check out from Luxor hotel with luggage, you’ll move by bus to Hurghada city, once you arrive you have the lunch in the hotel and afternoon free time.
Days 9: Hurghada
Free day for optional activities in Hurghada city
Day 10: Hurghada - Cairo
After breakfast free morning. At the noon we move with luggage to Cairo (6 hours) … sleep in Cairo hotel.
Day 11: Cairo (Final Departure)
Breakfast at the hotel and at the scheduled time, transfer to Cairo International Airport to go to your next destination.
END OF TRIP AND SERVICES!
This circuit is available in two categories: (Click on the name of the hotel to see details)
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Luxor hotels |
Hurghada hotels |
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LUXURY |
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What services are included in the price?
- Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports.
- Assistance of our guest relations during your stay.
- Transfer from Aswan to Cairo by sleeping car train with dinner and breakfast.
- Accommodation for 3 nights in Cairo including daily breakfast.
- Accommodation for 2 nights in Luxor hotel with half board.
- Accommodation for 2 nights in Hurghada hotel with (full board).
- Accommodation for 3 nights in the desert (full board).
- All sightseeing tours in Cairo (Private Tours).
- English-speaking tour guide during all your circuit.
- Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
What services are not included in the price?
- International Airfare.
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Any optional tours.
- Tipping for your guide.
How can I book?
- Please fill in the window to the right of the current page, indicating the start date of the trip and the date the trip ends.
- Determine the number of adults and children.
- A mobile phone number and email address are required to communicate. You can also write any notes about the trip.
When can I book?
- Please; Book as soon as possible to ensure availability, especially during public holidays and celebrations such as New Year and Easter....
- You can book 2 weeks in advance (Cairo time) if there are still places available.
Confirmation of booking and receipt:
- Once your reservation is confirmed, you will receive an email containing your reservation voucher.
- Please print or download it to your smartphone/tablet to show to a representative of the travel agency (Misrona Tours) on the day of the activity.
- Details will include tour operator contact numbers, customer service and additional information for your convenience.
- The prices in US dollars per person in a double room and for single occupancy, a supplement is paid according to the price list.
- Price for minimum 4 persons.
- Deposits can be sent via Western Union or paid using a credit card (Visa or MasterCard).
- Your tour will be secured upon receipt a deposit of 35% of the full price 65% must paid before 7 days of the beginning of tours.
- The price for children under 2 years of age FREE.
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Children under 11 years |
Single Supplement |
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1035 $$ | 800 $$ | 350 $$ |
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LUXURY |
1185 $$ | 950 $$ | 450 $$ |
We would like to inform you that the order of the activities may vary depending on the arrival, but the visits will surely be fulfilled according to the itinerary.
Of course it will be enough to have the voucher or reservation on your mobile and not print it.
