St. Catherine and Mount Sinai tours from Cairo

Travelling from Cairo to St. Catherine Monastery and Moses Mountain is one of the best things you can do from Cairo. Experience St.Catherine and Mount Sinai tours from Cairo and get the chance to climb the holy mountain where Moses has received the Ten Commandments from God and then visit St Catherine Monastery which is considered one of the oldest monasteries all over the world. 

Start your tour by visiting  St. Catherine Monastery and climbing Moses Mountain. Entertain your eyes and watch the sunrise at the top of the sacred mountain where Moses has received the Ten Commandments from God with St. Catherine Monastery and Moses Mountain Tour and then visit St. Catherine Monastery which is considered to be one of the oldest monasteries all over the world, built according to the order of the Emperor Justinian between 548 and 565 AD and dedicated to St. Catherine. The Monastery of St. Catherine nowadays is an important landmark of Sinai that has amazing multicultural arts, Russian and Greek icons, marbles, Arab mosaics, large illuminated manuscript and oil painting, scout to The Monastery's Library consists of the largest and most important of its type in the world, the library contains a rich collection of 4,500 manuscripts, mainly Greek, but also Arabic, Coptic, Syriac, Slavonic and others. In addition to the manuscripts, the Library contains a considerable number of printed books. About 5,000 of these are old editions, some of which date from the earlier days of the art of printing. Prepare to be blown away by the magnificence of St Catherine Monastery.

Live the adventure, climb the sacred Moses Mountain which is referred as the holy mountain (El Tur) where Moses received The Ten Commandments from God, the climb is certainly worth the effort. Then you will climb down to visit St Catherine Monastery which is considered to be one of the oldest monasteries all over the world, built according to the order of the Emperor Justinian between 548 and 565 AD and dedicated to St. Catherine. The Monastery of St. Catherine nowadays is an important landmark of Sinai that has amazing multicultural arts, Russian and Greek icons, marbles, Arab mosaics, large illuminated manuscript and oil paintings. The Monastery was named after St. Catherine (the daughter of Kistery) who was tortured to death by her father because of her succeeds in converting 50 of his followers to Christianity in 307 AD.

Scout around the gleaming finds of this monastery with our St Catherine Monastery Trip from Cairo while staring at Burning bush, keen to see the room of skulls, moreover be astonishment with the rich history indeed. The earliest description refers to the Monastery of the Holy Virgin, for the revelation of God at the Burning Bush was seen as a type of the Virgin Mary and the Incarnation. The monastery is also especially dedicated to the holy prophets Moses and Elias, who both came to this mountain, and who both spoke with Christ at the Transfiguration. More recently, it has been known as Saint Catherine’s Monastery. This remains its name today, though the monastery has not lost its earlier dedications. The monastery has been honoured by rulers throughout its history. These include the Empress Helena, the Emperor Justinian, Mohammed the Founder of Islam, Sultan Selim I, the Empress Catherine of Russia, and Napoleon Bonaparte.

Overview:

It is your day to relax and be away of the pressure, St. Catherine and Mount Sinai tours from Cairo your best choice, Scout Moses springs as well as the seven daughters monastery on the way, then arrive St. Catherine, next day climb Mount Sinai before dawn, arriving to the top, enjoy the sun rising over the desert and the peaks, feast your eyes with St. Catherine Monastery, Burning Bush, Room of the Skulls and more.

Itinerary:

Day 01:                                                                                        

On this sumptuous journey, travel through time to discover the essence of St. Catherine Monastery and Mount Sinai, Plan Egypt Tours guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, he will escort you to St. Catherine, on the way you will pass by Moses Springs, Snap your astonishing photos, meet with some Bedouins, next move to the Seven Daughters Monastery, visit the Seven Daughters Monastery, then drive to St. Catherine, arrive Catherine, Check into your hotel, Dinner and Overnight in St. Catherine. 
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Day 02: 

Once you wake up at 01:30 am., get your free tea at hotel, then start to climb Mount Sinai (Moses Mountain) arrive to the top, enjoy the Sun rise, then come down, beguile your eyes with the beauty of St. Catherine Monastery, Burning Bush, Room of the Skulls, your guide will reveal all the stories of the area, at the end of your tour back to your hotel, get your breakfast, Finally Plan Egypt Tours guide will escort you back to your hotel in Cairo. 

Included:

·         Pick up from your hotel in Cairo 

·         Air-conditioned Vehicle Cairo / St. Catherine / Cairo 

·         01 Night accommodation in St. Catherine at 04 stars hotel on Half board  

·         Excursion to St. Catherine Monastery and Mount Sinai as mentioned above 

·         Entrance fees to St. Catherine National Park  

·         English speaking guide during the tour 

·         Bedouin escort once you climb Mount sinai 

·         One bottle of Mineral Water during the tour

·         All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle

·         All service charges and taxes

·         Transfer back to your hotel in Cairo 

Excluded:

·         Any extras not mentioned at the above trip

·         Tip

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Sound and Light Show at Pyramids

Enjoy the dramatic history of Ancient Egypt and book Soundand Light Show Pyramids at pyramids , Enjoy the entertainment of the spectacular Sound and Light show which allows you to explore the history of the Ancient Egyptians, the show depicts the story of the Sphinx who has been the vigilant guardian of the city of the dead for 5000 years. It also shows how they were building the pyramids and relates the history of great and famous figures of ancient Egypt, while the pyramids and Sphinx are illuminated in multi-colored lasers and visual projections. Book the show online and know more about the mysterious history of Egypt with Sound and Light Show Giza Pyramids.

Get delighted by an exciting experience Sound and Light Show at Pyramids, beguile your eyes with the lights as well as the music which will give you a new knowledge about pharaonic civilization, in this show you’ll know more about the achievements of the great Pharaohs, feast your ears by listening to the story with nice music, it is amazing show you have ever seen, The show starts with the story of the Sphinx who has been the vigilant guardian of the city of the dead for five thousand years. The show also depicts the story of building the pyramids and relates the history of great and famous figures of ancient Egypt such as Thutmosis IV, Akhnaten, Nefertiti and Tut Ankh Amon. Unleash your inner with Sound and Light Show Giza and see the pyramids and Sphinx specially illuminated to tell the story of their construction. In the show visitors sit together in theaters style seating in the area beneath the Sphinx, as the mighty monument narrates the story. Booming voices, eerie music and carefully choreographed lighting effects are used to give visitors an insight into the ancient world of the pharaohs. The show allows you to discover how the life was thousands of years ago and offers you images of all historical eras. The one-hour show begins with the illumination of the Sphinx, who narrates the history of the pyramids and their builders. Using laser beams and light projections on the walls of the Mummification Temple, desert sands, pyramid walls and the Sphinx itself, a condensed story of Egypt unfolds.

Hear about the mysterious pyramids of Giza, and know more about The Giza plateau which is the  one of the most enduring prehistoric monuments in the world. It is home to the three great pyramids of Cheaps, Chephren and Mykerinus in addition to the mighty Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Discover the famous area with our Pyramids of Giza Tour and wonder at the great Pyramid of Giza which is considered the last of the Ancient Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Feast your eyes watching the mysterious statue of Sphinx and watch the amazing architecture of the Valley Temple which was the main entrance to the Giza Plateau and more.

The Giza Plateau of Egypt, located about 15 miles southwest of modern Cairo, is one of the most important and famous archaeological sites in the world, get to explore the mysterious Giza Pyramids which considered one of the most attractive places in the world, the historical pyramids were built during a frenetic period of construction, from roughly 2550 to 2490 B.C and contains three pyramids known as Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus,the first one Built by King Khufu in the Fourth Dynasty of ancient Egypt’s Old Kingdom (around 2550 BCE), the Great Pyramid was the largest ever constructed in Egypt, originally reaching a height of 481 feet. The great pyramid contains approximately 2.3 million stone blocks. Herodotus said that this pyramid was built by more than 100,000 workers and it took about thirty years to be finished, but the other story says that they were farmers who built it instead of farming due to the Nile River flooding; therefore they concentrate their efforts in building this pyramid. Unleash your inner with Giza Pyramids Tour and move to visit Chephren Pyramid which is considered the second largest pyramid at Giza and in Egypt was built for Khafre, the third pharaoh of the 4th Dynasty during the Old Kingdom Period of Ancient Egypt around 2540 BC. Khafre, also known in history by the Greek name Chephren, was the son of Khufu, who is the Great Pyramid and the grandson of Sneferu, another great builder of Ancient Egypt.

Overview:

Amuse your eyes with dazzling and illuminated Sound and Light Show at Pyramids, relish unforgettable Pyramid Light Show with a narration to give you more information about Pyramids history and sphinx, accompanied with dramatic music and sound effects.

Itinerary:

Plan Egypt Tours delegate will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, he will escort you to legendary Sound and Light Show at Pyramids area, it will give you more info about the ancient Egyptian history, amuse your eyes with spectacular show at Pyramids of Giza "Cheops, Chefren and mycerinus", Show will start to give you info about the Sphinx Story who was the guard for city of the dead for five thousand years, Pyramids Show will characterize how Pharaohs built the Pyramids, watch the amazing multi-colored laser illuminated at Pyramids and Sphinx, while listening to the music and narration through concert, at the end of your Sound and light Show excursion Plan Egypt Tours delegate will escort you back to your hotel in Cairo.

Included:

·         Pick up from your hotel in Cairo 

·         Excursion to Sound and Light Show as mentioned above

·         Entrance fees to the Sound and light show 

·         English speaking escort included 

·         A bottle of Mineral water to each person on the way

·         All Transfers in Cairo by air-conditioned vehicle 

·         All service charges and taxes 

·         Assist and transfer back to your hotel at the end of your tour.

Excluded:

·         Any extras not mentioned at the above Excursion

·         Tip

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Coptic Cairo and Islamic Tours

Feast your soul with Coptic Cairo and Islamic Tours and get a spiritual journey to discover the outstanding religious landmarks in the historical city of Cairo. Explore the great Citadel of Salah El Din and get the chance to visit the astonishing mosque of Mohamed Ali. Enjoy visiting the fascinating sights located in the heart of Cairo while exploring the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.

No trip to Cairo would be complete without a visit Old Cairo which sacred to three major religions, Islam, Christianity and Judaism, explore the history of the three religious tin this area , scout Salah El Din Citadel, The citadel of Salah El Din is the seat of government and major Headquarters of Salah El Din, medieval fortress, with large imposing gateways, towers and high defending walls,The Citadel was fortified by the Ayyubid ruler Salah al-Din to protect them from Crusaders, Saladin set out to build a wall surround both Cairo and Fustat. Built on a promontory beneath the Muqattam Hill,The citadel has three main areas: the main fortress and eastern walls, which were built by the great Salahedin El-Ayyoubi in 1176, the southern enclosure with 19th century walls and the lower enclosure extending down the western face of the hill.

Islamic Cairo is not more or less Islamic than the rest of the city, but it's the area of the city which holds the most, the greatest and the most famous Islamic monuments. Islamic Cairo is the historic core of the new city that was constructed by the Fatimid dynasty in 969 AD, scout Amr IbnAl-As Mosque considered the first Mosque built in Egypt, It was built in Al-Fustat, known as Crown of the Mosques, Erected in 642 AD (21 AH) by Amr Ibn al As, also not only used for worship, but used as a court for settling religious and civil disputes for islamic khalifa.

visit Hanging Church which was built on the southern gate of the Roman Fortress of Babylon, the remains of which are still visible. It was dedicated to The Virgin Mary and St. Dimiana and considered one of the most charming churches in the Middle East. It dates back to the end of the 3rd Century A.D. Our Coptic Cairo Tour allows you to visit Ben Ezra Synagogue which is the oldest Jewish temple in Cairo, it was originally named El-Shamieen Church, but the Orthodox Church decided to sell it to the Jewish community, situated behind the "hanging church". Ben Ezra Synagogue has a high importance for the Egyptian Jews and it has a special history. The Ben Ezra Synagogue was originally a Christian church that the Copts had to sell, to the Jews, in 882A.D in order to pay the annual taxes imposed by the Muslim rulers of the time, and therefore Abraham Ben Ezra, who came from Jerusalem during the reign of Ahmed Ibn Tulun, bought the church for the sum of 20,000 dinars, visit  Abu Serga Church which in known as The Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, who were two well-known soldiers-saints martyred in Syria during the era of Emperor Maximian defending the Christian faith. Abu Serga church is considered the oldest Coptic Church in Cairo, dating back to the 4th century, and it was probably finished during the 5th century. This church was built over the site, where the Holy Family stayed during their escape from King Herod to Egypt. Abu Serga Church has a significant historical importance where several patriarchs of the Coptic Church were elected and the first Patriarch to be elected in this church was Patriarch Isaac.

Overview:

incomparable thrills starts from Coptic Cairo and Islamic Tours, Visit Salah El Din Citadel and Alabaster Mosque, Explore Old Cairo which sacred to three major religions, Islam, Christianity and Judaism, then meander among Khan El-Khalili streets, all Customers are fortunate to get Plan Egypt Tours and services.

Itinerary:

Plan Egypt Tours guide will Pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, today like no other, it is time to hear Salah El Din Citadel story where history and culture pave the way to breathtaking, be witness for the architectural splendor of the Alabaster Mosque with its Alabaster walls, then move to visit Old Cairo including the hanging church, Abu Serga Church, and Ben Ezra synagogue, relax and have your lunch at local restaurant, finally visit Khan El-Khalili Market where you can choose between variety of souvenirs to your friends, at the end of your tour Plan Egypt Tours Guide will escort you back to your hotel in Cairo. 

Included:

·         Pick up from your hotel in Cairo 

·         Tours to Salah Eldin Citadel, Old Cairo and Khan El-Khalili as mentioned at the above excursion

·         Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites 

·         English speaking guide included 

·         Lunch at local restaurant 

·         A bottle of Mineral water to each person during the tour

·         All Transfers in Cairo by air-conditioned vehicle 

·         All service charges and taxes 

·         Assist and transfer back to your hotel at the end of your tour.

Excluded:

·         Optional tours

·         Tip

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Hurghada Excursions

Explore our fancy Hurghada Excursions, which will take you to the charming city of Hurghada, which is a large Egyptian city and lies 500 km far from Cairo, it also has lots of exciting places, as you can enjoy calm beach resorts with the warm weather and sunshine beaches, get your tan under the warm shiny sun while enjoying your fresh drinks and watching the beautiful nature, marvelous Hurghada contains spectacular sea, sky and mountains.

Enjoy Cairo Tour from Hurghada By Plane, visit The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus at Giza, Continue tour to the Great  sphinx, a large half-human and half-lion statue, Have a relish lunch during the trip, with our fancy Tours from Hurghada to Cairo you will visit  Egyptian museum, which contains Tutankhamen's treasure, our Cairo Tours from Hurghada also includes a visit to Old Cairo, finally fly back to Hurghada.

Experience Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan from Hurghada, and sail along the great Nile River, Unleash your inner with Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan from Hurghada while exploring the archaeological sites between Luxor and Aswan, Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan from Hurghada  allows you to visit  Karnak Temple and  Luxor Temple , Valley of the Kings , Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan sites.

Discover the charm of the beautiful nature of Hurghada to Luxor Day Trip, visit Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Relish Hurghada to Luxor Day Trip and know the history and culture of Luxor and Ancient Egyptians.

Entertain your soul and eyes by watching the beautiful designing with  2days trip to Cairo and Luxor from Hurghada, Fly from Hurghada to Cairo, Visit Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx and Egyptian Museum, scout the treasures of Tut Ankh Amun, then travel to Luxor, be witness for the glory of Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, it is good chance to try these marvelous 2 days. 

Experience a fancy 2 Days Trip to Cairo from Hurghada, Fly from Hurghada to Cairo, Visit  Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, Memphis, Sakkara Step Pyramids, Then the Second Day  you'll feast your eyes by visiting  Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Salah El-Din, Khan El Khalili, At the end of our exciting  2 Days Trip to Cairo from Hurghada fly back to Hurghada.

Discover the life of the Bedouins and enjouy Safari Travel through the eastern Egyptian desert in our Hurghada Safari Trip by Jeep 4x4 , get excited with the experience of riding Camel in the Egyptian desert, in our fancy Hurghada Safari Trip By Jeep 4x4 you'll enjoy the views of the sunset while you are relaxing on the back of a camel and taste the relish barbeque dinner.

Enjoy beautiful GiftunIsland Snorkeling Trip from Hurghada, Explore the underwater life through Giftun Island Snorkeling Trip , Experience swimming and diving among colored fish and charming coral reefs with our Giftun Island Snorkeling Trip

Experience  Hurghada Submarine Tour  in the Red Sea, Explore the underwater life through unforgettable Hurghada Submarine Tour and explore colorful fish and astonishing coral reefs.

Get a thrilling adventure of your life via Hurghada Quad Biking with Plan Egypt Tours and get the chance to discover the astonishing desert, Experience real adventure on a four wheels quad out in desert for approx 25 km and explore the Bedouin life .

Superb SunsetQuad Bike Safari, Hasten with your bike to Bedouin village, enjoy Hurghada Sunset during your barbecue dinner at bedouin village, amazing experience to Ride a Camel, listen to Egyptian folkloric music as well as songs, it is marvelous adventure you need to try.

Experience Mahmya Island Snorkeling Trip, Watch different kinds of Coral reefs in our fabulous Mahmya Island Snorkeling Trip , Try a lot of water activities in one of the most beautiful islands in Hurghada  through Plan Egypt Tours.

Try different evening in Hurghada with AlfLeila Wa Leila Show show, beguile your eyes with an amazing Show and special stories in the evening, with Alf Leila Wa Leila Show  get to know more about the Arabian Nights, watch the amazing acting of Arab as well as the Egyptians History, with Plan Egypt Tours. 

One of our Hurghada Excursions:

Cairo Tour from Hurghada By Plane

Overview:

Inconceivable Cairo Tour from Hurghada By Plane, experience cairo heritage with its 

incredible sites, taste the flavor of Cairo Tours such as mysterious pyramids of giza and 

the sphinx, then head for the vast Egyptian museum, go among khan el khalili streets to 

enjoy shopping and more fun.

Itinerary:

Plan Egypt Tours delegate will pick you up from your hotel in Hurghada, He will escort you 
to Hurghada Airport, fly to Cairo, once you arrive Cairo array of visits are waiting for you, 

watch the glory of Giza pyramids, it is a must for a real traveler, if you want to capture the 

best travel photos, go to the panorama area to snap your marvelous photos for the three 

pyramids, then proceed to the sphinx and the valley temple, relax and have your lunch at 

local restaurant, next move to the Egyptian Museum, scout the treasures of Tut Ankh Amun, 

your last visit will be to Old Cairo, visit the hanging church, Abu Serga Church, and 

Ben Ezra synagogue, finally your guide will escort you to Khan El-Khalili, enjoy a fun time

 there, at the end of your tour Plan Egypt Tours Guide will escort you to Cairo Airport, fly back 

to Hurghada, meet & assist at Hurghada Airport, transfer back to your hotel in Hurghada.

Included:

• Pick up from your hotel in Hurghada 
• Transfer from your hotel in Hurghada to Hurghada Airport 
• Meet & assist at Cairo Airport
• Tours to Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo and Khan El-Khalili as 

          mentioned at the above excursion

• Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites 
• English speaking guide included 
• Lunch at Local restaurant in Cairo
• A bottle of Mineral water to each person during the tour
• All Transfers in Hurghada and Cairo by air-conditioned vehicle 
• All service charges and taxes 
• Transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Hurghada
• Meet & assist at Hurghada Airport and transfer back to your hotel in Hurghada

Excluded: 

• Optional tours
• Domestic Flight Hurghada / Cairo / Hurghada
• Tip

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