Amazing Full-Day Tour Pyramids, Papyrus Institute From Port Said Port
Overview
Cairo day tours allow great exploration of rich history and vibrancy of culture in one of the oldest cities in the world. Visitors, starting drives from Port Said Port, will tour around the great Pyramids of Giza, which were built as tombs for pharaohs, explaining their construction techniques and purpose. The trip offers a unique look into the beautiful ancient wonders of Egypt by first allowing visitors to explore the site, walk around the Great Pyramid of Khufu, and venture inside if the conditions of the day permit.
Following the Pyramids, the tour will take you to the Papyrus Institute to see the traditional steps of making papyrus, an art that has been protected for thousands of years. The artisans show the visitors how the papyrus plant is planted, processed, and transformed into paper using techniques passed down from ancient Egyptian times. As such, this is a learning experience that is also an appreciation of the artistry involved in creating this unique material. Many visitors especially enjoy the opportunity to buy authentic papyrus artworks, which makes for a very special memento of their journey.
The whole day might be filled with the glimpse of ancient history combined with modern culture in Cairo's bustling atmosphere with local sellers and traditional Egyptian food giving an immense, unparalleled touch. Your guide will give ample opportunity to ask for more about the places visited and making the understanding complete for all the locations covered.
Returning back to Port Said Harbour, by then, the visitor might sit, reflect upon the many experiences of the day-learning about the ancient art of papyrus-making and connecting to Egypt's rich heritage.
Cairo day tours allow great exploration of rich history and vibrancy of culture in one of the oldest cities in the world. Visitors, starting drives from Port Said Port, will tour around the great Pyramids of Giza, which were built as tombs for pharaohs, explaining their construction techniques and purpose. The trip offers a unique look into the beautiful ancient wonders of Egypt by first allowing visitors to explore the site, walk around the Great Pyramid of Khufu, and venture inside if the conditions of the day permit.
Following the Pyramids, the tour will take you to the Papyrus Institute to see the traditional steps of making papyrus, an art that has been protected for thousands of years. The artisans show the visitors how the papyrus plant is planted, processed, and transformed into paper using techniques passed down from ancient Egyptian times. As such, this is a learning experience that is also an appreciation of the artistry involved in creating this unique material. Many visitors especially enjoy the opportunity to buy authentic papyrus artworks, which makes for a very special memento of their journey.
The whole day might be filled with the glimpse of ancient history combined with modern culture in Cairo's bustling atmosphere with local sellers and traditional Egyptian food giving an immense, unparalleled touch. Your guide will give ample opportunity to ask for more about the places visited and making the understanding complete for all the locations covered.
Returning back to Port Said Harbour, by then, the visitor might sit, reflect upon the many experiences of the day-learning about the ancient art of papyrus-making and connecting to Egypt's rich heritage.
Inclusion
- A qualified Egyptologist will advise you.
- Entrance fees to the Giza Pyramids region.
- Sakkara requires an entry charge.
- Entry fees for Memphis port include port pickup and drop-off.
- Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Bottled mineral water.
- Lunch meal.
Exclusion
- Personal expenses
- Tipping
- Food and drinks, unless specified in the itinerary.
- Entry inside the Giza Pyramids chambers.
- Entrance fees to the step pyramid at Sakkara.
Itinerary
Our tour of Cairo's historical sites is a journey into the past, exposing many hidden secrets about the ancient Egyptian monarchs, pioneers, and leaders. To begin your journey, our tour leader will greet you and introduce you to your driver, who will be driving you and your family in a modern, comfortable, private automobile. Second, you will meet your qualified tour guide, who will explain and guide you as you learn Egyptian history.
Next, we'll go to the adjacent Sphinx, a famed limestone statue with a lion's body and a human's head. We'll look at the history and mythology around the Sphinx. You will be able to take memorable amusing images with the Great Sphinx and the Pyramids to remember your tour.
Then Continue your day journey to Sakkara, located just 27 km southwest of Cairo. Visit the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, which is regarded as a watershed moment in the growth of the pyramids from the simple mastaba to its well-known design. It is also known as the first pyramid built on Earth.
Continue your day excursion to Memphis City, home to the massive Ramses II monument and the massive Alabaster Sphinx, which formerly served as ancient Egypt's capital. This city has been around since 3100 BC.
After that, we'll visit the Papyrus Institute to learn about the ancient Egyptian art of papyrus-making. We'll watch the process of creating papyrus together and gain experience to do our own paThen we'll eat lunch at a local high-quality restaurant in the neighbourhood.
Finally, we will return to Port Said Port, where our tour will complete. We hope you liked learning about the Pyramids and the Papyrus Institute, and we hope you will return to see us soon!
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Price
| Number of Persons | Prices |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $280 Per Person |
| 2 - 3 Persons | $170 Per Person |
| 4 - 6 Persons | $135 Per Person |
| 7 - 10 Persons | $105 Per Person |
Start from : $105
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