DAY 01 | ARRIVAL AT CAIRO (D)
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, IML Travel representative welcomes you and assists you through the immigration process. Escorted transfer by a modern air-conditioned vehicle will take you to the hotel through Old Cairo to enjoy the panoramic view of the citadel with the towering mosque of Mohamed Ali pass by Sultan Hassan & El Refaie mosques. Check in the hotel upon arrival & free time to refresh.
Dinner &Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 02 | PYRAMIDS, SPHINX, MUSEUM, KHAN EL KHALILI (B+L+D)
Early breakfast at the hotel in Cairo then starts a guided tour to visit one of the Seven Wonders the great Pyramids of Giza; (Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus) were reckoned by the Greeks to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World. A single pyramid is built with 2.300.000 blocks, each weighing an average of two and a half tonnes. In the face of such immensity, one cannot help but feel the wonder and awe that, so many writers and artists have sought to convey over the centuries. The Cheops Pyramid is more interesting because its interior burial chambers are open for inspection by the public. Not far from the Pyramids is the Great Sphinx of Giza, which dates from the time of Chephren (2620 BC). Hewn from natural yellowish limestone and standing 65 feet high and 187 feet long, this unforgettable statue combines the head of a Pharaoh with a lion’s body. A quick visit to papyrus institute or a perfume shop can be arranged after the visit.
Lunch at an Indian restaurant then start afternoon visit to the Egyptian Museum for another tour Egyptian Museum; was established by the Egyptian government in 1835. The present museum building was built in 1900, in the new classical style by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon. The museum exhibited collections now exceed 120,000 objects ranges from the pre-historic era to the Greco Roman period. It has 107 halls, and the ground floor houses huge statues. The upper floor houses small statues, jewels, Tutankhamen treasures, and the mummies. The museum also comprises of a photography section and large library. A hall for the Royal Mummies was opened at the museum, housing eleven kings and queens.
After the visit to the museum, a short drive through the downtown will take you to Khan El Khalili bazaars; which is one of the most famous worldwide with its amazing narrow alleyways. Drive back to the hotel & free time to refresh. Dinner in an Indian restaurant & drive back to the hotel &overnight at the hotel in Cairo.
DAY 03 | CAIRO –> AMMAN(B)
Morning Breakfast and get ready to catch your flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman International Airport. Meet and greet with a tour guide and transfer to the hotel. Check-in and afternoon at leisure. In the evening we suggested exploring the city on your own. Back to the hotel. Overnight in Amman.
DAY 04 | AMMAN – AJLOUN – JERASH
Morning Tour of downtown Amman including the Citadel, continue North to Ajloun Castle. After the castles visit, continue to the Roman city of Jerash which is acknowledged as Pompeii of the Middle East.
Overnight: Amman
DAY 05 | AMMAN – MADABA – NEBO – WADI RUM
After Breakfast, visit the Mosaic city of Madaba which has the oldest Mosaic map depiction of the Holy Land, Depart to Mount Nebo, and the memorial of Moses overlooking the Holy Land. Continue to the magnificent red sand desert of Wadi Rum, ride the old 4 by 4 Jeeps to reach a magnificent sunset view in the middle of nowhere, spend the night in a desert camp.
Overnight: Rum
DAY 06 | AMMAN –> SOFIA(B)
Upon arrival at Istanbul International Airport, IML Travel representative welcomes you and assists you and transfer by a modern air-conditioned vehicle will take you to the hotel.
Check in the hotel upon arrival & free time to refresh.
Back to the hotel & overnight stay in Sofia.
DAY 07 | SOFIA- CITY TOUR
10,000 years of history on a guided walking tour of Sofia, and learn how the city sits on land that has been settled over the centuries by Thracians, Romans, Huns and more. Marvel at its well-preserved monuments and outstanding sights, such as the East Gate of the Serdika ruins from Roman times. Walk through the underpass connecting the Presidential Palace and Ministerial Council to encounter shops selling traditional souvenirs and rosewater.
Experience the city laid-back charm as you explore streets scattered with mosques and impressive onion-domed churches. Dinner Overnight in Sofia.
DAY 08 | SOFIA
Take a walking tour of the village, known for its rich history and a large number of historical monuments, such as 17th and 18th-century churches and examples of Bulgarian National Revival architecture. Return transfer for overnight in Veliko Tarnovo.
DAY 09 |SOFIA –> ISTANBUL (B)
Morning Breakfast and get ready to catch your flight to Istanbul. Arrival at Istanbul International Airport. Meet and greet with a tour guide and transfer to the hotel. Check-in and afternoon at leisure. In the evening we suggested exploring the city on your own. Back to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
DAY 10 | Full Day Bosphorus Tour with Lunch (Istanbul)
After breakfast, visit the Spice Market, where locals still shop for herbs and spices from all over the world. Cross the Bosphorus by driving through the Bosphorus Bridge to go over the Asian side of Istanbul. A visit to Beylerbeyi Palace, the white marble summer residence of Ottoman Sultans used in the 19th century. After lunch takes a cruise by boat on Bosphorus, the unique winding strait separating two continents.
DAY 11 | A boat Trip with dinner on Bosporus (Istanbul)
Enjoy delicious gourmet foods while you dance with the panoramic view of the Bosphorus that separates the two continents Europe and Asia. Enjoy as you cruise The Bosphorus and see historical places like Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Ortakoy, Rumeli Fortress, Fatih Bridge, Beylerbeyi Palace Maiden’s Tower. Also, Istanbul very famous night clubs as you wine and dine the night away. No other Istanbul experience can match this unique combination of romantic ambiance. We combine fresh food with unparalleled views of Istanbul and live entertainment to create Istanbul‘s leading Bosphorus Dinner Cruise.
After dinner, you can enjoy the entertaining music provided by a Professional DJ and traditional show programs or simply relax with a drink and enjoy the view.
DAY 12 |BYZANTINE & OTTOMAN TOUR
You will be picked up from your hotel for a full day tour.
Tour Highlights: Agia Sophia museum, Byzantine Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Palace, Sultans tomb.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
DAY 13 | DEPARTURE TOWARDS ONWARD DESTINATION
Early morning gets recharged with a healthy breakfast. Check-out from your hotel and proceed to International Airport to board your flight to India. Come back to your home with the lovely experiences and cheerful memories of tour to cheer forever.
***YOUR Egypt Turkey Tour CONCLUDES***
