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WHERE IT ALL BEGAN GROUP TOUR

GROUP TOUR GROUP TOUR OF 10 OR MORE PASSANGERS DEPARTURE ∙ 3 NIGHTS EGYPT ∙ 2 NIGHTS JORDAN ∙ 7 NIGHTS ISRAEL

14 Days / 12 Nights Fully Escorted Tour of Egypt, Jordan, and Israel
Focus on Christian and Biblical Sites with Group Travel
Daily Breakfast, and Dinner. Lunch included in Cairo during full day tour and Petra.
English or Spanish Speaking Tour
Tour Guides for the Israel portion of this Tour are certified by the Israeli Ministry of Tourism

Travel on a Biblical journey of a life time, where legends were born where it all began

This tour of Egypt, Jordan, and Israel 14 day tour takes you back to the land of legend, the land of the bible "Where it all Began". Start your tour with a visit to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Pyramids of Giza. See the majestic Sphinx, which is the largest single block sculpture located on the foot of the grandest Pyramid Chephren. End your grand day visiting perhaps one of the most impressive Museums in the world, the famous Egyptian Museum. Your second day of touring will take you to Old Cairo experiencing the city's cultural landmarks spanning three millennium of Egyptian history such as the Hanging Church, the Basilica "Al-Mu'Allagah" built atop the Fortress of Babylon, St. Sergius a 5th Century Coptic Church, Ben Ezra the oldest Jewish synagogue in Egypt build in 882 AC, explore the spices and silks in the medieval bazaar of Khan el-Khalili, one of the biggest bazaars in the Middle East, from here take a short ride to St. Chatherine via the Suez Cannel to the west of the Red Sea, following the Biblical Exodus. Early morning climb-up Mt. Sinai. Enjoy a time of praise and incredible views of the Sinai wilderness, where in the book of Genesis God revealed him self to Moses and where he received the Ten Commandments.

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Next see one of the world's greatest archaeological sites, the 2,000-year old city of Petra, known as the red rock city. It was the ancient capital of the Nabateans from the 3rd century BC to the 2nd century AC. Carved by the Nabataeans out of solid rock. Cross to Israel, into the Promised Land. See the biblical town of Madaba best known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics and for its Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. We continue to the biblical Mt. Nebo from which Moses viewed the Promise Land. Mt. Nebo, believed to be the site of the tomb of Moses, commands a spectacular view across the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. Continue to Bethany beyond the Jordan, where John the Baptist is purported to have baptized Jesus, from here cross the Allenby Bridge to Israel. We drive by Jericho to our hotel in Tel Aviv. We depart Tel Aviv and drive along the coastal plain to Caesarea, capital of Judea under the Romans. Visit the excavations of the ancient city, Roman theatre and aqueduct. Continue to Megiddo, identified as the site of Armageddon. Continue to Haifa and see the beautiful Bahai Shrine. From Haifa, we drive to Acre to visit the ancient city. After a short tour of Tiberias, we take a boat ride to Capernaum. Visit the remains of the 2nd century synagogue. Next to Tabgha, the site of the "Miracle of Fish and Loaves". Continue to Mount of Beatitudes, the place where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. From here to the Banias Springs and waterfalls and tour the Golan Heights. See the birth place of Jesus Nazareth, visit the Church of Annunciation, St. Joseph's workshop and Mary's well. Next is Beit Shean to Jerusalem. Continue to one of the highlights of your tour the crown jewel of Israel, the Golden City of Jerusalem. Visit the Old City for a panoramic view atop the Mount of Olives, visit the church of All Nations, King David's Tomb and the Room of the Last Supper on Mount Zion. Enter within the walls of the Old City and visit the Cardo, Temple Mount, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Oriental Bazaar and Garden Tomb. Take an emotional visit to Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust, visit the Israel Museum, where the Dead Sea Scrolls are housed. Proceed to Bethlehem* to visit the Church of Nativity. Drive to Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Visit the ancient city of Qumran and drive along the shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth to Massada, the last stronghold of the Jews after the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 A.D. Ascend Massada by cable car, return to Jerusalem for overnight and rest for your trip back home, ready to make your plans for your next visit to the Holy Land.

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Day 1
Departure from North America or other International gateway to Cairo, Egypt.

Day 2
Egypt
Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival into Cairo International Airport, you are met and assisted by our airport representative, assisted through passport and custom formalities, and transferred to your hotel Pyramind Parks Hotel in Cairo for evening at leisure and overnight.

Optional Evening Activity: Pyramids Sound & Light show $ 46.00 Per Person should be reserved before travel.

Day 3
Pyramids/Sphinx/Solar Boat Museum/Egyptian Museum/Old and New Cairo/Coptic Cairo/Synagogue of Ben Ezra
Buffet breakfast, meet your Egyptologist guide start the tour to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient World, the 3 Pyramids of Giza , Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three was built in the 3rd dynasty about 2690 B.C. Pyramids of Chechen, visit of the majestic Great Sphinx, which is the largest single block sculpture located at the foot of the grandest Pyramid Chechen. An opportunity to ride a camel by the Pyramids area, Followed by visit the Solar Boat Museum, whose main attraction is an ancient Egyptian cedar wood boat dating back 4,500 years. Continue to visit the famous Egyptian Museum, here we shall provide you with a brief, but colorful insight into the five thousand years history of Egypt fascination land. Old Cairo, visit the City’s cultural landmarks that span three millennium of Egyptian history. We begin with Coptic Church, where you will visit the Hanging Church, dating to the late 4th and early 5th century. This basilica was named "Al-Mu'allaqah" because it was built atop the south gate of the Fortress of Babylon. Continue to the Church of St. Sergius, a 5th century Coptic Church. This basilica is built on the cave in which the Holy Family stayed and is regarded by visitors as a source of blessing. As we stroll along, we will come to the recently restored Synagogue of Ben Ezra - the oldest Jewish synagogue in Egypt built in 882 AC. Next, we will explore the spices and silks in the medieval bazaar of Khan el-Khalili, one of the biggest bazaars in the Middle East and North Africa’s most famous bazaar. Lunch will be served during the tour at a local restaurant. Return to hotel. Overnight at the Ramses Hilton including Breakfast and Dinner.

Optional Evening Activity: Nile Cruise Dinner with Show $ 60.00 per person , please reserve before departure.

Day 4
Sinai Desert/Morah by the Red Sea/Elim/Rephdsim/Land of Goshen
After Breakfast departure by private air-conditioned mini coach or bus to St. Catherine via the tunnel underneath the Suez Cannel to the west branch of the Red Sea, following what is thought to be the route of the Biblical Exodus (Genesis16-18). Our drive through the Sinai Peninsula and the biblical Land of Goshen to the Mount Sinai area (233 miles) takes about 6 hours. Marah by the Red Sea the desert springs along the shore of the Red Sea where the children of Israel found the water bitter. Continue to Alim visit the desert oasis continue to Wadi Feiran ( Rephidim).the desert valley where the children of Israel fought against Amalekites. Then to Mount Serbal, the possible site where Moses held his arms up for victory we continue inland heading towards the granite mountains of Mt. Sinai and Wadi El Raha According to traditions the area where the Israelites camped and the golden calf was forged (Exodus 32). We will arrive to the hotel near Mt Sinai and St Catherine’s Monastery. Do to the limit of hotels in the remote area of Mt. Sinai we use the best hotel in this area has to offer. Overnight Morgan Land Village Hotel- Breakfast and Dinner included.

Optional night activity: Climb Mt. Sinai. For those who wish to climb Mt. Sinai, please bring warm
clothing for the ascent. Camel ride up to 1/3 of the Mount can be arranged at the spot with your tour guide for $ 25.00 per person.

Day 5
Mt. Sinai to the Red Sea/Mountains of Edom/St Catherine Monastery/Taba Border/Eilat ( Israel) cross to Jordan/Aqaba/Petra
Early morning, climb-up Mt. Sinai Jabel Musa . Enjoy a time of praise and incredible views of the Sinai wilderness, we read from the Book of Genesis God revealed himself to Moses in the Burning Bush and where he received the Ten Commandments. Descending the mountain we return to the hotel to rejoin the rest of the group for Breakfast. Touring the St. Catherine Monastery with its History , constructed at the foot of Mt. Sinai the oldest working Christian Monastery. St. Catherine Monastery was built in ( 527 and 565 A.C) by the Roman Emperor Justinian, and where it’s believed God appeared to Moses in the Form of a burning bush. The Greek Orthodox Church building is the oldest continuously used church building in the world. Leaving Mt. Sinai area toward the eastern shores of Sinai Peninsula and on the Red Sea north to Taba Border,( Egypt Israel crossing border)After crossing meet our Israeli representative and welcome to Israel. Will take short city tour in Eilat Israel’s southernmost town on the Red Sea. After Lunch at the lovely kibbutz Eilot we will arrive at the Arava Border ( Israel Jordan southern border). Cross to Jordan and meet with our Jordanian tour guide, Welcome to Jordan, visit the city of Aqaba along the King’ Highway to Wadi Musa then to the ancient city of Petra. Overnight at Petra Panorama Hotel Breakfast and Dinner included.

Day 6
Full day Visiting the Nabatean City of Petra, Amman
Exploring the Nabatean Treasure City of Petra. A short drive from our hotel lays the entrance to one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites – the 2,000-year old city of Petra, known as the red rock city. It was the ancient capital of the Nabateans from the 3rd century BC to the 2nd century AC. Carved by the Nabataeans out of solid rock, Petra was forgotten for hundreds of years until it was rediscovered in 1812. At the entrance to Petra travelers are offered the option to ride a horse for 800m - from the visitors centre to the entrance of the dramatic “Siq” ( canyon). From the entrance to the Siq there is a 1,250 meter walk to the 1st monument “The treasury”. Throughout most of the day we will explore Petra’s incredible structures: the treasury, the field of tombs, the obelisks and the altar, and much more. In the late afternoon we will drive north to Amman – Jordan’s capital and largest city. Check in and Dinner at hotel. Overnight at the Golden Tulip Grand Palace.

Day 7

After breakfast we head to the biblical town of Madaba. Madaba is best known for its Byzantine and mosaics and for its Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. Here we will view the earliest original map of the Holy Land. We continue to the biblical Mt. Nebo from which Moses viewed the Promise Land. Mt. Nebo, believed to be the site of the tomb of Moses, commands a spectacular view across the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. We will drive by Bethany beyond the Jordan, where John the Baptist is purported to have baptized Jesus and cross to Israel via the Allenby Bridge. As we enter into Israel we remember Joshua as he led the children of Israel on this exact path - into the Promised Land. We will drive by Jericho and to the Mediterranean Sea to visit the 4,000 years old Port City of Jaffa , we will explore the old town of Jaffa and its restored structures, this is the port allowed cedars from Lebanon to arrive for the construction of King Solomon’s Temple. This is also the town where Simon the Tanner lived, and it was here that the Apostle performed a miracle. Finally we arrive in Tel Aviv - Israel’s largest and most modern city. Check in at our hotel and dinner. After dinner we will meet in the hotel conference room for orientation. Free time to rest, relax and enjoy your first evening in Israel. Our Tel Aviv hotel is conveniently located near the shore of the Mediterranean Sea and close to the city center and attractions. Overnight in Tel Aviv at the Tal Hotel Breakfast and Dinner included.

Day 8
From Tel Aviv to the Galilee
Caesarea/ Mt. Carmel/Megiddo/Nazareth/Sea of Galilee/Tiberias
Depart Tel Aviv. Drive north along the coastal plain to Caesarea Maritime (Acts 9.30 Acts 10 24-48) which was the center of early Christians, and capital of Judea under the Romans. Visit the excavations of this ancient city, the Roman theatre and aqueduct, here where Paul made his defense before Festus and King Agrippa prior to his final journey to Rome (Acts 25 & 26). We will stop at Mount Carmel ( Muchraka ), where Elijah issued his challenge to the False Prophets.
Will have a breath taking view of Haifa Bay and the Western Galilee region. Continue to Megiddo (1 Kings 4.28, 9, 15, 2 Kings 23, 29 & Revel. 16.16), identified as the site of Armageddon (Revelation 16), see the remain from Solomon’s days, View the site where the Battle of Armageddon will be fought. Visit the archaeological excavations at Megiddo, including the well preserved water supply system. Continue along the Jezerel Valley to visit the town of Nazareth (Luke 1.26, 4.16-29, Matthew 2.23) we will take a beautiful view from the top of Mt. Precipice and drive via Cana of Galilee (John 2.1-11) and the Lower Galilee region to the beautiful Sea of Galilee and Tiberias. Overnight Sea of Galilee, Royal Plaza Hotel Tiberias including Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 9
Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights.
Sail on the Sea of Galilee/Jesus Boat/Golan Heights/Upper Galilee/Caesarea Philippi/Yardenit
We board a wooden boat and sail on as the disciples did 2000 years ago. We will dock at Kibbutz Nof Ginosar and visit the “ Ancient Jesus Boat “ the remains of a 2,000 years old boat that was discovered in 1986.This boat was used at the time of Jesus and his disciples. Visit Banias- ancient Ceasarea Philippi (Matt. 16. 13 and Mark 7.27) where Jesus said “ on this rock I will built my Church” Continue to the Hula Valley and the Upper Galilee, returning to the Sea of Galilee with visit to Yardenit- the baptismal site on the Jordan River. Overnight Sea of Galilee, Royal Plaza Hotel Tiberias – Including Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 10
Jesus early Ministry along the Sea of Galilee, River Jordan
Mount of Beatitudes/Tabgha/Capernaum/Beath Shean/Dead Sea
Today will visit early Jesus Ministry around the Sea of Galilee, visiting Mount of Beatitudes ( Matt, 5, 6, 7, 8 )where Jesus preached the Sermon on the Mount., visit Tabgha- the site of the Feeding of the 5,000 and Primacy of Peter ( Matt, 13, Mark, 33, 45, & John 21 ), Church of Multiplication with its 4th Century Mosaic Floor, Capernaum ( Matt, 4.13, 13.54,17.24,Luke 7, Marl 1.2, John 4.46.54) Here we can stand in what is left of the synagogue in which Jesus ministered. . From this synagogue in which he preformed many miracles, and where Peter’s mother-in-law lived and was healed. Through the Valley of Beth Shean to the ancient city of Beth Shean ( Mark 5.20, 7.31), view the archeological site. It was here that after defeating Saul and his sons on Mount Gilboa, the Philistines hanged their bodies on the walls of Beth Shean, continue through the Jordan Valley past the city of Jericho and arrive to the Dead Sea lowest place on earth. Check in at the hotel located at the shores of the Dead Sea , enjoy optional spa treatments and a massage, float on the salty water of the Dead Sea or a dip at the hotel pool. Overnight Dead Sea Moriah Classic Hotel- including Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 11
Dead Sea and the Judean Desert
Today will visit Masada famous for being the last stronghold of the Jewish rebellion against the Romans. We will ascend to Masada by cable car and discover the first century Synagogue, Herod’s Bathhouse and other sites, continue to the oasis of Ein Gedi, where David hid in a cave when running from Saul (Samuel 23) next visit to Qumran where a cache of ancient biblical texts the Dead Sea Scroll discovered in 1947. Continue to Jerusalem, will proceed to the panoramic view of Jerusalem from Mt. Scopus, and take time for prayer. Continue to the hotel conveniently located within walking distance from the Old City. Overnight Jerusalem, Grand Court Hotel- including Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 12 - Friday
Old Jerusalem, Mount of Olives/Kidron Valley/Garden of Gethsemane/Western Wall tunnels ( Kotel Tunnels )/Pool of Bethesda/ Church of Holy Sepulcher/Via Delarosa/Christian Quarter
From the top of Mount of Olives where the Lord ascended into heaven ( acts 1 ) we will have view across the Kidron Valley to the Eastern Gate where the prince of Peace will enter ( Ezekiel 44). Will pass by Pater Noster Church and visit Dominus Flevit where “The Lord wept “as he beheld the Holy City. Through Palm Sunday Road down to the Gethsemane where you will see 2,000 year old Olive trees that date back to the time of Christ. Then to the Western Wall- The holiest site in Judaism and one of the original walls that retained the Temple. We will visit the Western Wall Tunnels running along the base of the Western Wall will lead us through the Second Temple era and reveal the amazing construction of the Temple Mount, water supply and Roman street where our Lord was led to judgment. Continue to ST.Anne Church and the Pool of Bethesda. We will walk the stations of the Cross- the Via Delarosa to visit Judgment Hall of Pilate all the way to Church of the Holy Sepulcher ( Matt, 27, 33.57, 28.10) In the afternoon you will enjoy time to shop the colorful bazaars. We will join the prayer at the Western Wall, return to the Hotel for Shabbat Dinner. Overnight Jerusalem Grand Court Hotel – including Dinner and Breakfast.

Day 13
Jerusalem Old and New City
Mt. Zion/Upper RooM/King David Room/Jewish Quarter/Ein Kerem/Bethlehem/Church of the Nativty/Shepherd’s Field/Garden Tomb
Drive to Mt. Zion, visit the Upper room (Luke 22), Lord’s Supper, visit King David Tomb, and walk through the Jewish Quarter. Drive through the New City pass the Israel Parliament (Keneset ) and continue to Ein Karem, the Birthplace of John the Baptist (Luke 1.39-80), visit Church St. John the Baptist. Continue to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity (Luke 2: 1-7). Visit the Shepherd’s Field (Luke 2:8-20, where an angel appeared to announce the birth of Jesus. In the afternoon visit the Garden Tomb, to celebrate the resurrection with a time for prayer (Luke 23). Evening farewell Dinner at the hotel. Overnight Grand Court Hotel Jerusalem. - including Breakfast and Dinner

Day 14
Departure day
Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport will depart from the lobby of your hotel 4 hours prior to flight departure time.

The above program can be extended and tailor-made for Groups.

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Israel Tourism Consultant provides the perfect accommodation choices for your Tours in Egypt, Jordan, and Israel. With years of experience we provide the best combination of comfort, value, and location for your individual needs. On Where it all Began Tour we offer category:

4 Stars Standard Plus

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4 Stars Standard Plus

Ramses Hilton, Egypt

Located on the banks of the River Nile, the Ramses Hilton hotel is a stunning destination in the heart of Cairo. Take in views of the Nile and the Pyramids from this Egypt hotel's 36th-floor Windows on the World restaurant. Relax by the outdoor pool or enjoy coffee and pastries at the Garden Court Café. The Ramses Hilton hotel boasts a British-style pub, an Indian restaurant, a shopping Galleria and Executive Lounge. Only 45 minutes from Cairo International Airport, the Ramses Hilton hotel is 5 minutes from the Egyptian Museum and within easy reach of famous Cairo attractions. Wake up to a bright and airy 36m²/387sq.ft room, overlooking the magnificent River Nile or the majestic Cairo City. Surf the web with high-speed internet access or curl up in the easy chair to watch the satellite TV.

Morgan Land Hotel Saint Catherine, Sinai

Hotel Saint Catherine Tourist Village Sinai

St. Catherine's Village is a unique style hotel surrounded by Mount Sinai. The 116 bungalow rooms are located throughout the hotel gardens all providing a private terrace with views of the Monastery. The rooms include air-conditioning, telephones, multilingual satellite TVs and a stocked mini-bar. The hotel was built as an eco-lodge with only 25% of the hotel area occupied with man-made structures and many of the plant species found in the area are protected. The hotel is ideal for visiting S. Catherine's Monastery and custom tours to the Sinai Peninsula.

Petra Panorama Hotel, Petra

The hotel Petra Hotel overlooks the breath-taking rocky mountains of Petra, and has 130 rooms. Located in the rocky mountains of Petra and offers a wonderful view over the environment. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning / central heating, television, telephone, private bathroom, hair-dryer and mini-bar. The facilities include outdoor swimming pool, international restaurant with panoramic view, two bars, 24-hour room service, safe-deposit boxes. The hotel offers a large conference room, and one large conference theatre style room with two independent entrances that can seat 200 people.

Golden Tulip Grand Palace Hotel, Amman

Centrally located in Amman's most progressive district, Shumesani. Next to the Royal Cultural Center and the Amman Stock Market and only steps away from the shopping, commercial, and banking centers you will find The Golden Tulip Grand Palace Hotel. Offering an idyllic setting for business or leisure. The Golden Tulip Grand Palace Hotel was opened in May 1974. The hotel enjoys a reputation of being the venue of a number of the most important events in the history of modern Jordan. It is currently fully refurbished by Hotel & leisure Design co. Holland. The hotel offers 136 completely renovated large guest rooms with air conditioning, sound proof windows, sprinklers and smoke detectors, direct line telephone, 30 TV channels including CNN, in room sage and marble bathrooms with didet, fixed and hand held showers and a hair dryer.

Tal Hotel Tel Aviv

This hotel offers a combination of comfort and location. Tal Hotel is located within walking distance of the nightlife of the city of Tel Aviv, the beautiful sandy beach of the Mediterranean and the famous Dizengoff shopping street. The hotel has 120 rooms that are fully equipped with modern facilities, making it pleasant and comfortable for both business travelers and tourists. Some rooms are equipped with kitchenette, there are rooms for families and special rooms for honeymooners are available. Also new in Tal Hotel: direct Internet access for business travelers, from some rooms of the hotel through the system.

Royal Plaza Hotel Tiberias

The Royal Plaza Hotel in Tiberias, located on the coast of the Sea of Galilee, offering guests 160 rooms including 16 magnificent suites and family rooms overlooking the sea. The atmosphere is family oriented, warm and inviting, perfect for groups, and the experienced and dedicated staff offers professional services. The rooms are fully air-conditioned and include hair dryers, two telephones, voice mail, cable T.V.,personal safes and electronic locks.Some rooms feature a jacuzzi. Rooms for the handicapped available with easy access. The Royal Spa Health club and large swimming pool, new and large and features a snack bar, sunbathing area, children's pool, sauna jacuzzi. The Royal Plaza hotel is situated on the outskirts of the town of Tiberias, offering a tranquil and pastoral atmosphere.

Leonardo Dead Sea

Located in Neve-Zohar, on the south-west cliff facing the Dead Sea shores with an adjacent beach designed for its guest. Its 280 spacious and elegant rooms, junior suites and suites overlooking the Dead Sea and Judean Desert, are all tastefully furnished and decorated. Leonardo Dead Sea caters to connoisseurs of finest spa resorts, with superb international cuisine and an array of food and beverage outlets. The hotel features three outdoor freshwater swimming pools, sunbathing facilities for men and women, a new children’s club, free parking, lounges and lobby-bar, main banquet hall and a variety of meeting rooms, wifi access in public areas. The Spa of Leonardo Dead Sea, with cooperation with International Cosmetic Company "MAGIRAY", is expertly equipped and featuring a variety of therapeutic pools, baths and showers, treatment rooms and fitness center.

Grand Court Hotel Jerusalem

This hotels is an excellent choice for vacation tours, in the holy city of Jerusalem. Located in the heart of Jerusalem and just a short walking distance from the Old City with its holy sites, colorful markets and many cultural attractions. The Grand Court Hotel features 442 luxurious rooms and suites, among them 2 presidential suites, family rooms and rooms specially designed for handicapped guests. The new hotel’s rooms are lavishly furnished and equipped with every modern convenience. Guests enjoy the spacious sun lighted dining room and garden view lounge. The hotel offers well-planned banquet and business facilities equipped with the latest technology, suitable for group meetings, social gatherings and family celebrations.

4 Stars Standard

Mercure Le Sphinx Cairo, Egypt

Sofitel Le Sphinx Cairo combines an exciting location & incomparable service. This impressive hotel offers its guests a unique opportunity to explore the historical surroundings in total comfort & convenience. Located in a magnificent park at the foot ofthe Giza Pyramids & the Sphinx, 35 km from Cairo international airport, this 5-star hotel is ideal for leisure & relaxation seekers with its various recreational facilities as well as business trips with its two fully equipped meeting rooms.