Private Full Day Tour to Tanis & Suez Canal from Cairo Discount Tickets

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Overview

This full-day tour from Cairo offers a unique journey through both ancient history and modern engineering marvels. Begin at the archaeological site of Tanis, Egypt's forgotten capital in the Nile Delta, where you'll explore extensive ruins often called the "Saqqara of the North." Discover temples, royal tombs, and scattered monuments that reveal the city's former glory as a major pharaonic center. Then continue to the iconic Suez Canal, where you'll witness global shipping traffic navigating this vital waterway and learn about its profound impact on world trade. With an expert guide, comfortable transportation, and included lunch, this tour provides a fascinating contrast between ancient Egyptian civilization and modern maritime achievement in a single comprehensive day trip.

Pickup Information

Tour Departs From Centrally Located Cairo And Giza Hotels. Please Include The Details Of Your Hotel At The Time Of Booking.

Language Offered

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Itinerary

1. Tanis
You will be picked up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza to drive 160 km approx. away from Cairo. In the North East of the Delta lies the city of Tanis which was once the capital of Egypt during the 21st and 22nd dynasties. The drive will be through the fertile fields of the Delta. The site is full of granite monuments that were taken from (PR RAMSES) the city that was the northern capital of Egypt during the time of Ramses 2nd. The ruins include the remains of obelisks and statues of Ramses the 2nd.there are a lot of ruins of the main temple in the city that was dedicated to the god Amun RA and the ruins of the two subsidiary temples of his wife and his son. The city of Tanis has its religious importance in addition to its historical one. In the old testament, this place was known as the land of Goshen, where the sons of Israel (brothers of the prophet Joseph) settled down escaping from the famine and brought their cattle and families here till the era of the Exodus.
Duration: 120 mins
2. Suez Canal
Later, you drive to the city of Ismailia on the Suez canal where you will have lunch and learn about the history of the canal. you can still see the path of this great waterway but going close to the canal is not allowed ( permission needed). After visiting the Suez Canal, relax as you travel back to Cairo in your private, air-conditioned vehicle. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel, marking the end of your fascinating day exploring Egypt’s ancient and modern wonders.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Supplied by Your Egypt Tours

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