JOURNEY TO THE ANCIENT DESTINATION

EGYPT and BULGARIA

MYSTERIOUS DESTINATIONS

PYRAMIDS AND MUSEUMS

WORLD FAMOUS STRUCTURE

PYRAMID OF GIZA

BULGARIA

LEISURE and FUN

Egypt + Bulgaria Tour Packages

 

Egypt and Bulgaria Tour Packages will take you to mysterious, wonders of this ancient country. It’s famous for the complex pyramid structures, have long been Egypt’s hallmark. Indeed, it is a testament to their brilliance that today, in a time of such modernity; visitors still flock to Egypt to marvel at the pyramids and the Sphinx. Egyptian tourism is abundantly blessed: beyond the remains of the ancient Egyptian civilization, visitors can also enjoy remnants of Greek and Roman influence on the land, as well as centuries-old Christian churches and equally impressive Islamic mosques.

 

Ivan Vazov National Theatre is a grand neoclassical structure that remains in Bulgarian culture to this day. The building with its towering portico is an iconic structure for Bulgaria, also appears on the banknotes and is most famous for its drama productions. Egypt and Bulgaria Tour Packages  has a lot to offer but the problem is “what to choose?”

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DAY 01 | ARRIVAL AT CAIRO

 

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, which 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, Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

DAY 02 | CAIRO (OPTIONAL TOUR)(B)

 

Early breakfast at the hotel in Cairo then starts a guided tour(Optional 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.

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 prehistoric 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.

Dinner and Overnight at the Hotel.

 

DAY 03 | CAIRO  –> 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 04|  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 05 |RILA / BANSKO

 

After breakfast will depart to the Rila Monastery – one of the symbols of Bulgaria. Visit to the Rila monastery, founded in the 10th century. It is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. You will take a guided tour of the monastery complex. You will see the gold-­‐plated iconostasis in the main church; the monastery museum, famous for housing Rafail’s Cross; the tower of Hrelyu and the residential part of the complex that consists of chambers, four chapels, an abbot’s room and a kitchen (noted for its uncommonly large vessels). Lunch at your own. Then, continue to the charming mountain resort of Bansko. Free time for dinner. Overnight in Bansko

 

DAY 06| PLOVDIV

 

Buffet breakfast.  Transfer by coach to Plovdiv -­‐ the second largest city in Bulgaria and one of the oldest towns in Europe. Its history spans 6,000 years, with traces of a Neolithic settlement dating to roughly 4000 BC, ranking it among the oldest cities in the world. The town is not only ancient, but also artistic and spiritual, and is chosen to be the European capital of culture in 2019. City tour of Old Plovdiv -­‐ you will see numerous preserved historical sites of different ages: the Roman theatre (early 2nd century BC) and Stadium (late 2nd century BC), the St. St. Constantine and Elena Church, the Ethnographic museum. In the afternoon, enjoy wine tasting at a unique winery nearby Plovdiv. Return transfer to Plovdiv for overnight.

 

DAY 07| NESSEBAR / KAZANLAK

 

Departure to the Southern Black coast and Nessebar.  City tour of the old town (UNESCO site) -­‐ The ancient town with millennia-­‐old history is on a romantic rocky peninsula, Today the old part of the town is an attractive place for romantic walks along the narrow cobbled streets, among the little shops offering handcrafted souvenirs – pottery, crocheting, and jewelry. Lunch at your own in Nessebar. Continue to the famous valley of Roses and Kazanlak, which is well-­‐known for the rose oil production and the Rose festival organized annually at the beginning of June. Entrance to the famous Thracian tomb of Kazanlak (replica). Stop at the “House of Roses” to taste rose liquor and Bulgarian delight.  Free time for dinner. Overnight in Kazanlak.

 

DAY 08|   VELIKO TARNOVO / ARBANASSI

 

Following breakfast, head north to the old capital of Bulgaria – Veliko Tarnovo. Upon arrival, Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Veliko Tarnovo – the historical capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire. Visit the historical hill Tsarevets with the fortress, the Patriarchal church, and the Emperor Boldin’s Tower.

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

 

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 10| DEPARTURE (B)

 

Breakfast at the hotel and then be transferred to the airport for your international flight.

  • Cairo City Tour
  • Egyptian Museums
  • Khan el Khalili
  • Wine tasting of Bulgarian

MORE DETAILS

  • Entry visa to Egypt.
  • 02 Night accommodation in Cairo on Double/Triple sharing with CPAI Basis. (Bed + Breakfast)
  • 07 Night accommodation in Bulgaria on Double/Triple sharing with CPAI Basis. (Bed + Breakfast)
  • Cairo City Tour
  • Folklore show dinner at a traditional restaurant in Sofia.
  • Local modern A/C car, minivan or bus.
  • Wine tasting of Bulgarian wines at wine cellar near Plovdiv
  • Entrance fees to Rila monastery’s museum, Antique Theatre in Plovdiv, Thracian tomb of Kazanlak (replica) and Tsarevets hill in Veliko Tarnovo.
  • Meet & assist at Cairo & Bulgaria Airports/ Stations.
  • All transfer from/to airports in a/c vehicles.
  • Private transfer from airports to the hotels vice versa as per the above itinerary.
  • Private guided tours to visit all sights as per the itinerary in Cairo, & Bulgaria with local English-speaking guides.
  • Current entrance fees.
  • Private Half-day guided tour to the pyramids and Sphinx area with entrance fee.
  • Egyptian Museum & Khan & Khalili Bazars.
  • On-Board Cruise sightseeing with English speaking guide to visit:
  • All sightseeing tours, transfers, and entrance fee as per mentioned in the itinerary inclusions.
  • All transfers throughout upon arrival & departure.
  • Stay connected during your tour with complimentary Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi connectivity is limited in certain hotels or remote areas).
  • 5% GST Extra.
  • Any additional meal/snacks.
  • Entry of solar boat museum (5.00 USD – per person)
  • Entry of Cheops pyramid (16.00 USD – per person)
  • The entrance of the mummies room in the Egyptian museum  (8.00 USD – per person)
  • All tipping for the guide, drivers, representatives, restaurants, cruise …etc.
  • Any personal items like laundry, phone calls, drinks like water, juice, soft, hard drinks,………….etc.
  • Bank transmitting fees
  • The package cannot be combined with any other offer.
  • Camera fee (still / video).
  • Whatever not mentioned in inclusions.

Cancellation Policies:

 

  • Cancellation stage: 21 days or more before departure.
  • 25% of the package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation 21 days before departure
  • Cancellation stage: 15 to 20 days before departure.
  • 50% of the package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation between 11 to 20 days before departure
  • Cancellation stage: 07 to 15 days or less before departure.
  • 75% of the package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation 07 to 14 days before departure
  • Cancellation stage: 7 days or less 24 Hrs before departure.
  • 100% of the package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation 10 days before departure
  • Flights Cancellation.
  • For all Domestic / International Flights we will comply with airline cancellation policy.

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