Welcome to Cairo, Egypt ,your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport (Arrival procedures) and then he will escort you to the hotel by exclusive air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. At hotel the tour manager will assist with a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour. Overnight in Cairo. Meals : Welcome Drink

Breakfast : Breakfast buffet at hotel . Your DST Representative will introduce you to your Egyptologist . Memphis & Sakkara: Morning tour of Memphis , the ancient capital of Egypt dating from 3,100 BC , and the legendary city of Menes , the king who United Upper and Lower Egypt . Proceed to its necropolis of Sakkara where you will see the world-famous Step Pyramid of King Zoser , the oldest known of Egypt's pyramids and the world's first freestanding stone structure. Pyramids & Sphinx: Proceed to visit to the 4,500 year old Pyramids built for pharaohs Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus on the Giza Plateau,the Great Pyramid being the only survivor of the " seven wonders of the Ancient World ". Just to the east of the second pyramid lies the legendary Sphinx , whose human face is thought to represent that of Chephren acting as the guardian of the Pharaoh's enormous funerary monument. Return to your hotel . Overnight : At your hotel in Cairo. Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast : Breakfast buffet at hotel . Egyptian Museum: In the morning visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, exhibiting over 120,000 objects in its 107 halls. It comprises the world ' s greatest collection of Ancient Egyptian artifacts . Marvel at the many rooms filled with golden treasures extracted from the world-famous tomb of King Tutankhamen. Islamic Cairo : In the afternoon , tour of Islamic Cairo to visit the Citadel , a spectacular medieval fortress dating from the 12th century and perches on hill above the city . Also located in the citadel are the Mosque and Tomb of the great Ottoman ruler Mohamed Ali. Muizz Street: It is one of the oldest streets in Cairo, approximately one kilometer long. It has the greatest concentration of medieval architectural treasures in Islamic World. The Street is named for Al-Muizz Li-deen Allah, the fourth caliph of the Fatimid dynasty. Khan El Khalili Bazaar: You will have the chance to stroll through the bustling Khan El-Khalili Bazaar . Founded in the 14 th century as a watering stop for caravanserai; nowadays it is reputedly the largest bazaar in the Middle East . Overnight : At your hotel in Cairo . Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast : Breakfast at your hotel . Day at leisure or join our most valuable optional tour to the second capital of Egypt, Alexandria Qaitbay Citadel : It was built in the 15th century by Sultan Qaitbay on the spot where Alexandria's ancient lighthouse once stood . It is one of the most important defensive strongholds, not only in Egypt, but also along the Mediterranean Sea Coast . Alexandria Library : It is the new and much acclaimed Alexandria Library. The Catacombs : It is Roman cemetery , cut out of the rock . Return to your hotel in Cairo. Overnight : At your hotel in Cairo. Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast : Breakfast at your hotel . Transfer : To Cairo International Airport for departure to Turkey. Your English-speaking driver will meet and assist you at Istanbul Airport and then escort you to your hotel. Check in : At your hotel . Rest of the day is at leisure Overnight : At your hotel in Istanbul Meals: Breakfast

After your breakfasDay 7: Morning Bosphorus Cruise - Spice Market After your breakfast at hotel, our driver will pick you up from your hotel and short drive brings us to the Eminonu Pier where we embark on a Bosphorus ferry for a 1,5 hours long breathtaking cruise along the Bosphorus strait which runs right through Istanbul city and also between Asia and Europe continents. Our expert local guide explains us about several Ottoman palaces ancient fortresses suspension continental bridges and wealthy shore villages with typical Ottoman architecture that we view along the shore. Then have a guided visit at the colorful Spice Market from the 17th century where we can smell and taste various kinds of herbs and Turkish delights. If time permits we have a short stop at an Istanbul leather wholesaler firm. Later back to your hotel. Overnight : At your hotel in Istanbul. Meals: Breakfast t at hotel, enjoy a full day tour of the Sultanahmet area which is the UNESCO recognized heart of old Istanbul and enjoy your lunch. Our local guide takes us to Hagia Sophia. Built in 537 AD as world's first large dome building it was the religious focal point of the Orthodox Church before its conversion in a Muslim Mosque. We have a look at its many unique decoration from Byzantine and Turkish periods. Then we enjoy a short walk to Blue Mosque. Built in 17th century it owes its fame to the exquisite blue Iznik Tiles on its walls. Next, you will see the German Fountain which was a gift of Kaiser Wilhelm 2. We then go to Grand Bazaar. Following introduction by our guide at a recommended store we will have some free time to browse its 1 200 spice and gold shops. Then we visit the amazing Topkapi Palace. Our guide gives a tour at the gardens halls where we view staggering collection of imperial and religious treasury golden thrones and emerald crowns. Next place to see is Hagia Irene Church (from outside). Our final place of interest is Church of Sergius and Bacchus today known as “Petit Hagia Sophia Mosque”. Return to your hotel Overnight : At your hotel in Istanbul. Meals: Breakfast

After your breakfast at hotel, our driver will pick you up from your hotel and short drive brings us to the Eminonu Pier where we embark on a Bosphorus ferry for a 1,5 hours long breathtaking cruise along the Bosphorus strait which runs right through Istanbul city and also between Asia and Europe continents. Our expert local guide explains us about several Ottoman palaces ancient fortresses suspension continental bridges and wealthy shore villages with typical Ottoman architecture that we view along the shore. Then have a guided visit at the colorful Spice Market from the 17th century where we can smell and taste various kinds of herbs and Turkish delights. If time permits we have a short stop at an Istanbul leather wholesaler firm. Later back to your hotel. Overnight : At your hotel in Istanbul. Meals: Breakfast

Wake – up call : Please arrange with telephone operator Luggage : Please prepare your luggage to be ready for collection Breakfast : Breakfast at hotel Check-out :A DST Representative will be on hand to assist you with all check-out procedures Departure :Transfer to Istanbul International Airport to board your flight Flight : Take – off for your return flight Meals: Breakfast