We set out this morning at 8 AM for the Giza Pyramids, and were amazed just how close they are to our hotel. Our guide Tariq (or Derrick) was wonderfully informative and took the time all day to make sure we had all the information possible for what we were to see, and what or who to avoid. Our first stop was Cheops Pyramid 
where we climbed onto the pyramid, making sure adequate pictures were taken. We then took the bus about 5 minutes to the Khafre's Pyramid where we had the opportunity to take our very first Camel ride—this was 
quite an experience as we rode out into the Sahara Desert and looked back at the pyramids and the city. The opportunity for pictures was amazing. 
Then we were onto the Sphinx—a sight we could hardly believe we were seeing first hand.
But the morning was not yet over. We then went to a Papyrus Factory where we learned about the amazing technology developed so many thousands of years ago. A few took the opportunity to purchase some wonderful art for their walls. Then on to the Sahaanista Restaurant for a delightful-strictly Egyptian lunch.
This afternoon started with a visit to Memphis where we gazed at the Limestone statue of Ramses II, and the Sphinx c
arved in Alabaster. 
Though much smaller than the Sphinx of Giza—it was no less magnificent.
Our journey continued onto Sakkara where we gazed with amazement at the
oldest pyramid—some 4800 years old. The whole area, set in the back drop of the Sahara Desert was magnificent. 
A few of us went exploring, but were soon turned back by the guards who felt we had overstayed our welcome. 
Our last stop before dinner was at a perfume factory where we had the opportunity to smell all types of essential oils, many of which are the basis for world famous perfumes. We then headed back to the hotel for some time to clean up and refill our wallets and stomachs. Ready for an equally busy day tomorrow.
where we climbed onto the pyramid, making sure adequate pictures were taken. We then took the bus about 5 minutes to the Khafre's Pyramid where we had the opportunity to take our very first Camel ride—this was 
quite an experience as we rode out into the Sahara Desert and looked back at the pyramids and the city. The opportunity for pictures was amazing. 
Then we were onto the Sphinx—a sight we could hardly believe we were seeing first hand.
But the morning was not yet over. We then went to a Papyrus Factory where we learned about the amazing technology developed so many thousands of years ago. A few took the opportunity to purchase some wonderful art for their walls. Then on to the Sahaanista Restaurant for a delightful-strictly Egyptian lunch.This afternoon started with a visit to Memphis where we gazed at the Limestone statue of Ramses II, and the Sphinx c
arved in Alabaster. 
Though much smaller than the Sphinx of Giza—it was no less magnificent.Our journey continued onto Sakkara where we gazed with amazement at the
oldest pyramid—some 4800 years old. The whole area, set in the back drop of the Sahara Desert was magnificent. 
A few of us went exploring, but were soon turned back by the guards who felt we had overstayed our welcome. 
Our last stop before dinner was at a perfume factory where we had the opportunity to smell all types of essential oils, many of which are the basis for world famous perfumes. We then headed back to the hotel for some time to clean up and refill our wallets and stomachs. Ready for an equally busy day tomorrow.
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