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Seniors Explore the Millennia-Old Legends of the Egyptian Museum

Seniors, come travel to Egypt! Pure sightseeing with no shopping stops, leisurely visits to the pyramids and the Sphinx, and in-depth museum tours! Super practical guide, save it now! -------------------- Egypt, an ancient civilization with a long history🏛️, where pyramids and deserts dance together🏜️. Here, customs are unique, and people are warm and hospitable. Tour the banks of the Nile River🌊 and feel the mystery and charm of millennia! -------------------- 📅Itinerary: D1: Chongqing Gathering Day 📍Gather in Chongqing and get ready to embark on a mysterious journey to Egypt! D2: Pompey's Pillar -> Library of Alexandria -> Montaza Palace 📍Visit the ancient ruins of Pompey's Pillar, experience the artistic atmosphere of the Library of Alexandria, and then head to Montaza Palace to feel the grandeur of the Egyptian royal family. D3: Egyptian Museum -> Giza Pyramids -> Sphinx -> Grand Egyptian Museum 📍Immerse yourself in the treasures of the Egyptian Museum, then head to the Giza Pyramids, gaze into the eyes of the millennia-old Sphinx, and finally visit the new exhibitions at the Grand Egyptian Museum. D4: Cairo -> Hurghada (Red Sea) 📍Depart from Cairo and arrive in the beautiful Red Sea city of Hurghada, enjoying free time by the Red Sea. D5: Hurghada (Red Sea) 📍Continue your stay in Hurghada, enjoy a full day of free activities, and bask in the warm sunshine of the Red Sea. D6: Luxor Temple -> Karnak Temple 📍Visit the magnificent Luxor Temple, then head to Karnak Temple to experience the religious atmosphere of ancient Egypt. D7: Hanging Church -> Sadat's Tomb -> Khan el-Khalili Market -> Saladin Citadel 📍Visit the unique Hanging Church, explore the history of Sadat's Tomb, stroll through the bustling Khan el-Khalili Market, and finally climb the Saladin Citadel for a panoramic view. D8: Doha -> Chongqing 📍Depart from Doha, return to Chongqing with a heart full of memories and experiences, and end this unforgettable journey to Egypt. -------------------- Travel Checklist:🧳 Going to Egypt, these essential items must be brought! 📞 Prepare a phone card, so you can surf the Internet and make calls without worry, and have enough data for peace of mind. 🔌 A plug adapter is essential, as Egyptian sockets are different from ours, so you can use them with an adapter. 📜 Complete documents are important, passport, visa, and ID card, none of them can be missing, remember them well. 👕 Simple and comfortable clothing is good, February in Egypt has suitable temperatures, and lightweight clothing is appropriate. 🔋 Don't forget the charger, both cameras and phones need charging, to capture more beautiful memories. That's it! Be well-prepared, and your trip to Egypt will be more enjoyable!🌟 -------------------- On your trip to Egypt, explore the mysteries and legends of millennia, don't forget to leave your footprints👣, and feel the charm of history together!
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