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seize a wonderfully unique opportunity to visit the major attractions of Cairo and Istanbul on this 8 day Tour to Egypt and Turkey. visit the world-famous Landmarks of the pharaohs and the once ottoman empire on a unique tour of Cairo and Istanbul. Visit the pyramids of Giza, the mighty Sphinx and the amazing Egyptian Museum then move to delightful Turkey touring the exciting City of Istanbul and Cappadocia soaking in the aromas, smiles, art, laughter and warm Turkish hospitality as you visit landmark sites such as the Blue Mosque. explore the best of the middle east with one of our best Egypt Turkey tours.
- Meet and greet service by English speaking driver at the airport in Turkey
- Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports in Egypt
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Accommodationin istanbul for 3 nights including bed and breakfast
- Accommodation in Cairo for 4 nights including bed and breakfast
- All sightseeing tours as mentioned in Istanbul sharing Group
- All sightseeing tours as mentioned in Cairo is Private
- Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary
- English-speaking tour guide during the tour
- Meals as mentioned in the above itinerary
- Portage when needed
- All service charges and taxes
- International airfare to Egypt & Turkey
- Entry visa to Egypt & Turkey.
- Personal spending.
- Optional excursions.
- Tipping for Guides
Start your 8 days of Cairo and Istanbul with a refreshing Breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, after which you will meet your personal guide who will accompany you to Giza Plateau to visit the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus, the famous Sphinx and Valley temple facing the great statue. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant, then proceed to the Saqqara area to visit Saqqara Complex and first pyramid ever built (Djoser Pyramid). Back to your hotel spending an overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Proceeding your Breakfast at the hotel in Cairo, you will be escorted by your private tour guide to visit the New Grand Egyptian Museum, alternatively called the Giza Museum, an archaeological treasure trove in Giza, Egypt, approximately 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) from the renowned Giza pyramid complex. The GEM Complex grants restricted entry to evaluate site preparedness and visitor experiences before its official opening. At present, access is confined to the Main Galleries, Grand Hall, Grand Staircase, commercial zone, and outdoor garden areas. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo. Head to the Egyptian Museum, the Treasures room for the child King Tutankhamun, alongside many other fascinating artifacts. Finally, we end the day by transferring you back to the hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Following your breakfast at your hotel, you will have the option to spend the day at your own leisure in Cairo or join one of the most unpassable tour to the second capital of Egypt, Alexandria, visiting one of the most important defensive strongholds, not only in Egypt, but also along the Mediterranean Sea coast, Qaitbay Citadel, built in the 15th century by Sultan Qaitbay on the spot where Alexandria's ancient lighthouse once stood, then move on to the new and much-acclaimed Alexandria Library. Also visit the Roman cemetery cut out of the rock, the Catacombs. Finally, you will return you to your hotel in Cairo. for an overnight stay at your Cairo hotel finalizing the 4th day of your Tour of Cairo and Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast
Following your hotel breakfast, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for departure to Turkey. Your English-speaking driver will meet and assist you at Istanbul Airport and then escort you to your hotel. After you Check in to your room feel free to explore the wonderful city of Istanbul retreating afterwards for an overnight stay marking the fifth day of your 8 day Cairo and Istanbul experience.
Meals: Breakfast
After your breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a full-day tour of the Sultanahmet area which is the UNESCO recognized the heart of old Istanbul and enjoy your lunch. Our local guide takes us to Hagia Sophia. Built-in 537 AD as world's first large dome building it was the religious focal point of the Orthodox Church before its conversion in a Muslim Mosque. We have a look at its many unique decorations from Byzantine and Turkish periods. Then we enjoy a short walk to Blue Mosque. Built-in 17th century it owes its fame to the exquisite blue Iznik Tiles on its walls. Next, you will see the German Fountain which was a gift of Kaiser Wilhelm the second. We then go to Grand Bazaar. Following the introduction by our guide at a recommended store, we will have some free time to browse its 1,200 spices and gold shops. Then we visit the amazing Topkapi Palace. Our guide gives a tour at the gardens halls where we view the staggering collection of imperial and religious treasury golden thrones and emerald crowns. Next place to see is Hagia Irene Church (from outside). Our final place of interest is Church of Sergius and Bacchus today known as “Petit Hagia Sophia Mosque”, later back to your hotel for an overnight stsy in Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
After your breakfast at the hotel, our driver will pick you up from your hotel and a short drive brings us to the Eminonu Pier where we embark on a Bosphorus ferry for a 1,5 hours long breathtaking cruise along the Bosphorus strait which runs right through Istanbul city and also between Asia and Europe continents. Our expert local guide explains us about several Ottoman palaces ancient fortresses suspension continental bridges and wealthy shore villages with typical Ottoman architecture that we view along the shore. Then have a guided visit at the colourful Spice Market from the 17th century where we can smell and taste various kinds of herbs and Turkish delights. If time permits we have a short stop at an Istanbul leather wholesaler firm. later back to your hotel for an overnight stay in Istanbul concluding the seventh day of your Tour of Cairo and Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast
Meals: Breakfast
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