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We’ll embark on our journey from Mariout, the city of rustic and Bedouin medley, to surveil the history of the Marble city and the context of its construction, together with a spiritual experience at the Jesuit Center and an authentic Bedouin experience at a Bedouin tent, where you’ll dive into their simple, amazing life, as they tell folkloric stories on a sailing boat on the scenic Mariout Lake. You’ll also uncover the monumental area of Marmina, with a new adventure among fishermen, sharing their fulfilling fishing activities and celebrating their fresh sea catch.
On the pathway of spirituality, you’ll visit the second oldest church in Egypt, in the river mouth city of Rosetta for a unique spiritual journey, while tracing the history of the early Christians who lived on the river banks in the same region around the captivating Edku Lake.
Another highlight of the journey is a visit to the Bokalia Church, the first church in Africa; amble through the grave yards of Saint Markos and the Apostles and wander at the classical heritage of the Greek poet Cavafy, as you tour his house, which was turned into a museum in Alexandria. You’ll also immerse yourself into the historic streets of Alexandria on the way to the Greek Church and Saint Catherine’s Cathedral, the burial place of the last Italian king, Victor Emmanuel. Perhaps you push your limits off a bit for an extra dose of a mind-blowing adventure if you join us in a diving mission to explore the secrets of the remains and ruins of the submerged city in the eastern port of Alexandria.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Arrival at Mariout
Welcome to the mesmerizing Mariout, Egypt. After arrival, you will check-in at King Mariout Motel & enjoy a delicious dinner. Overnight at the hotel
Day 2
Mariout
09:00 am: After breakfast, we will take a minibus on a journey through the Bedouin trails to Marmina Monastery
10:00am: Take a tour of the sandy road to the UNESCO World Heritage monumental monastery, the marble city. Following this trip, we’ll head back to the great monastery and the possibility to purchase some of the monastery’s products
01:00pm: Continue with a Minivan to Aknash eatery for some especially delicious Bedouin dishes in a Bedouin setting. Enjoy the different taste of the bedouin tea during sun set & your team time.
04:00pm: Back to your hotel
Early evening, a delightful dinner by the pool is a perfect way to end the day. Over night at the hotel
Day 3
Mariout
08:00am: Kick the day off with some refreshing juice or a bite of toast at the hotel before heading to the Jesuit Center.
09:00am: After a delicious traditional breakfast at the Jesuit Center's which is a spiritual and a recreational facility.
10.00am : Enjoy a yoga session for relaxation, indulging in some seclusion time for contemplation.
11:30am: Continue to the Fagnoon Art Center. This is where a world of colored artifacts awaits exploration. Experience pottery artifacts or manual weaving.
01:30pm: You are now invited to the magical El Temsah Village, a landmark restaurant, where we'll have a mouthwatering lunch.
03:30pm: : Heading back to King Mariout Motel and relax up till your dinner in a quiet atmosphere.
Overnight at Mariout
Day 4
Mariout
08:00am: Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00am: Using a minivan, you will head to one of the docks on the Mariout Lake for a felucca Sailing boat) ride experience. This is the same way fishermen move in the lake early morning. You’ll then indulge into the unique experience of sharing the daily life activities of the area’s fishermen and their family who help him in his work.
01:00pm: Back on the minivan, you’ll venture off to Al Borj plants nursery for a floral & botanic experience to plant some seeds, sitting down for a cup of tea with the hospitable farmer.
01:30 pm: We’ll saunter down the road to the nearby Cordoba Resort for Bedouin lunch
04:30pm: Back to the hotel, dinner will be served by the pool at the hotel. Overnight.
Day 5
Rosetta city - Edku
08:00am: You will have a nutritious and delightful breakfast
09:00am: transfer to Rosetta City
10:30am: Visit the St. Mark Monumental Church, the second oldest church in Egypt, with origins dating back to the fifth century
12:00pm: You will continue to be accompanied by your professional tour guide to, visit Egypt's second largest open museum of Islamic monuments which features detailed Mamluk art in architectures like Shahin House and the Amasily Mill.
01:30pm: Dine on a scrumptious meal of your choice of fresh-caught fish fit for a king at Al Shorbagy Restaurant in the center of the city’s market
03:30pm: Enjoy On a Nile cruise with local Rosetta families, folkloric music, and tea or coffee. You may see the region's fish farms across the Rosetta Branch of the Nile.
05:30pm: At the close of the day, we’ll check into Rosetta International Hotel for a pleasant dinner and a peaceful night
Day 6
El Madeya- Edku
08:00am: Rise and shine and nibble a delicious breakfast at the hotel and check out.
09:00am: Short drive on a minibus to Edku city to take in the experience of riding horse-driven carriages; stroll through scenic views of the palm tree farms on the way to Edku Lake
11:00am: Take a Felucca tour with a group of local fishermen to explore the lake's fishing sites, help make fishing nets, and maybe even sail the Felucca yourself with the crew's help!
01:30pm: Next, we sail to the seashore for a unique, sea-to-table supper of Rasha cuisine's fish specialties. Learn about Al Maadiya Tabia (forte), snap photos, relax, and enjoy the beach.
03:30pm: After lunch, drive to the New Capri Hotel in Alexandria.
04:30 pm: Check into New Capri Hotel in Alexandria, A perfect end for the day is an authentic Arab-style dinner at the hotel's restaurant
Overnight at Alexandria
Day 7
Al Montazah
08:00am: Delicious breakfast at the hotel
09:00am: We embark on a walk to Saint Mark’s Cathedral in Alexandria, the first church ever built in Africa and the Middle east, and which contains the bones of Saint Mark, the martyr and first Pope of Alexandria
11:30am: Visit Alexandria's oldest coffee shop, Sefiano Paolo, for a cup of fragrant coffee,within a walking distance, we arrive at the house of the late Greek poet “Cavafy, Cavafy was one of Alexandria's most influential poets 100 years ago.
02:00pm: In regards to going back in history we “talk the talk and walk the walk” at the Sailors Club, a center of 20th century classics, for lunch to the fine tunes of charming Egyptian classical music
03:30pm: It is time to wander in the city and explore more. After that, but we recommend Lagete and Zananeri Souq.
05:00pm: Back at the hotel, you’ll enjoy a delightful dinner and a peaceful night.
Overnight at Alexandria
Day 8
Down Town Alexandria
08:00am: Come down to a wonderful breakfast at the hotel
09:00am: On a double decker, we’ll take a tour of the Citadel and the area around it; we’ll get a glimpse of knowledge about the history of the citadel
12:00pm: Next, we'll sail the Mediterranean on a felucca as the tour guide tells us about the submerged monuments in the eastern port and Cleopatra's Palace
Possibility that you can dive to see the eastern port's submerged monuments or visit Al Anfoshi Cemetery.
01.30pm: A scrumptious, delightful lunch is spreading aromas at the Sky View Restaurant in the Le Metropole Hotel. Continue to enjoy the view after lunch.
04:00pm: After lunch.take a tour of the downtown and Latin Quarter on a horse-driven carriage
05:00pm: returning to the hotel for a pleasant evening and overnight at Alexandria
Day 9
Down Town Alexandria
08:00am: Wake up and have breakfast at the hotel
09:00am: Amble to the Greek Church (Evangelismos Church), a 1935 architectural marvel with one-of-a-kind portraits (icons) by prominent European artists
10:00am: Our next stop is the 19th-century St. Catherine's Cathedral, which houses Victor Emmanuel's tomb, "the last Italian king."
01:00pm: In Al Attarin, Malek Al Samman Restaurant serves rice with pigeon liver, grilled quail, and oriental salad for a delicious lunch.
02:00pm: Next is a tour to Attarin, the eighth century's spice trading hub, and a visit to the souq (market) of antique
04:00pm: A culturally-rich evening waits at the hotel, where you will attend a cultural seminar on Christian history in Alexandria, by specialist key speakers on the hotel’s rooftop until dinner is served.
Overnight at Alexandria
Day 10
Departure
Today is the last day of your itinerary; wake up and enjoy your breakfast at the hotel before your final departure
- Accommodation in a hotel for 9 nights
- All program transfers
- All of the main meals mentioned
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- Tickets to museums, archaeological sites, monuments, and other attractions.
- All service charges and taxes.
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- Entry visa to Egypt.
- PCR test.
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- Tipping
- Anything not mentioned in the itinerary or listed as optional
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