After breakfast is served in the hotel, you will be ready to explore the wonders of Cairo. You begin your visits by the Giza Pyramids where your Egyptologist would tell you all about the construction of these massive startling structures that used to serve as the royal necropolis of the kings of Egypt during the Old Kingdom. You discover the secrets of the Grand Pyramid of Cheops, Chechen, and Mykerinus. You will also view the greatness of the Pharaohs reflected in the Sphinx, the lion-bodied and Pharaoh-faced stone statue that protected the Giza Pyramids for years and years.
You move on with your tour afterward to visit Saqqara, one of the most interesting royal burial sites of ancient Egypt. The major highlight is the impressive Step Pyramid of Djoser, the belonged to the 3rd dynasty, more than 4500 years ago. This is the first pyramid to be built in Egypt.
You enjoy breakfast at one of the finest local restaurants in Cairo.
Your last visit of the day would be to Memphis city, the first capital of unified Egypt. King Menes established Memphis when he was able to unify Southern and Northern Egypt and establish the first dynasty. You would view the huge statue of Ramses II, the alabaster sphinx, and many other ancient displays. After the Tour, you will be transferred to the Giza train station to catch the sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan. Dinner and breakfast will be served on board.
Overnight accommodations inside your compartment on the train.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visiting: Giza pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis and Sakkara complex