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Celebrate Tet with Mytour as we explore the mystical wonders of ancient civilizations along the Nile in the 8N7D Egypt tour. Uncover famous and enticing tourist destinations that cannot be missed.
Experience the Marvels: 8N7D Egypt Tour along the Nile
Egyptian Museum
Kickstart the 8N7D Egypt tour with a visit to the Egyptian Museum. This vibrant red building in the capital stands as the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East, housing unparalleled collections related to Egyptian civilization.
Moallaqa Church
Moallaqa Church, also known as the Hanging Church, stands as one of Egypt's oldest churches, with a history dating back to the 3rd century AD. This suspended church is reconstructed on the ancient remains of the Roman Babylon fortress, Abu Srega Church, and Saint Barbara Church.
Unfinished Obelisk Memorial
The Unfinished Obelisk, crafted from a single block of granite, remains abandoned during its construction until today. The base of the tower still clings to the foundation. These incomplete memorials offer unique insights into the ancient Egyptian stone-working techniques, showcasing visible tool marks and color-coded paths marking their work areas.
Temple of the God Horus
Valley of the Kings – The Royal Necropolis
Around 1550 BCE, due to concerns about tomb robbery, the Pharaohs of Egypt's peak dynasty chose the Valley of the Kings as their final resting place instead of intricate pyramids. Archaeologists have discovered 62 tombs in this royal cemetery. Most tombs feature a long, narrow corridor leading to the burial chamber, but the decorative details within each tomb vary, reflecting the artistic styles of different periods.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an ancient marvel in Egypt, was erected for Pharaoh Hatshepsut during the eighth dynasty. Situated beneath the cliffs at Deir el Bahari, on the west bank of the Nile near the Valley of the Kings, this temple venerates the sun god Amun and stands adjacent to the towering temple of Mentuhotep II. It is considered one of the 'unparalleled monuments of ancient Egypt.'
Colossi of Memnon Statue Pair
These are two colossal statues depicting Pharaoh Amenhotep III on his throne. The Colossi's duty was to guard the entrance of the temple, the final resting place of Amenhotep, once the largest temple in ancient Egypt, now mostly swallowed by the sands of time, leaving only two colossal statues standing resilient against the ages.
Temple of Luxor
The Luxor Temple in Egypt not only worships the ancient Egyptian trinity of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu but also serves as the venue for coronation ceremonies of kings. It evolved into a fortress and residence for Roman officials when they occupied Egypt. Primarily constructed with sandstone from the Gebel Silsileh quarry located southwest of Luxor city, this type of stone was commonly used to reconstruct monumental temples in Upper Egypt.
Giza Pyramid Complex
The Giza Pyramid Complex, located in the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt, boasts a total of 6 pyramids, including 3 towering pyramids (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure) and 3 smaller ones. With colossal sphinx statues, it entices tourists with 2.3 million tightly bound stone blocks, weighing a total of 5.9 million tons. Remarkably, each stone block ranges from 2-30 tons, with some as hefty as 50 tons.
Another intriguing fact is that the Giza Pyramid Complex precisely aligns with Earth's true North. This alignment is more accurate than any other structure worldwide.
Khafre Pyramid
The Khafre Pyramid, also known as Chephren, stands as the second-largest and grandest pyramid in the Giza Complex. This site serves as the burial chamber for Pharaoh Khafre (Chefren), who ruled ancient Egypt from 2558 to 2532 BCE.
Similar to the great pyramid, a core block of stone was used in the construction of the Khafre Pyramid. The stones at the base are massive, but as you ascend the pyramid, the stones become smaller, measuring only 50cm (20 inches) thick at the top. At the northwest corner of the pyramid, the stone platform is shaped like steps.
Papyrus Paper Institute
At this institute, visitors can observe the process of making Papyrus paper, the oldest form of paper that has preserved the Nile River civilization, one of the world's oldest civilizations, to this day.
By Mytour
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Reference: Travel Guide by Mytour
MytourNovember 4, 2022
