Wedding Reception
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Prince Mohamed Ali Palace - Manial Palace at the Gardens
1 Al Saraya, Al Manyal Ash Sharqi, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate 4240291, Egypt
Great Pyramids of Giza
& Grand Egyptian Museum Day Tour
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Giza
A private guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza and the new Grand Egyptian Museum, coordinated with our travel partners. Additional details regarding logistics, payment & transportation will follow.
Welcome Dinner
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Khufu's Restaurant
Our celebration begins with an intimate welcome dinner overlooking the Great Pyramids of Giza. We will exchange our vows and share speeches surrounded by our family and friends.
Cocktail Attire
Farewell Evening
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2026
6:00 - 9:00 pm
Location TBD
We’ll close our wedding weekend with a relaxed and magical evening — either a sunset cruise along the Nile or a desert night under the stars. A perfect way to unwind and celebrate one last time with our loved ones. Further details to follow.
AIRPORT
Most guests will arrive via Cairo International Airport (CAI), located approximately 30–40 minutes from central Cairo and one hour from Giza (depending on traffic). You can ask your hotel for an airport pick-up.
ACCOMMODATIONS
THE BEEKMAN
$315 / Night
Book before July to receive the special wedding rate
Use booking code: Friends
THE SOHO GRAND
$275 / Night
Only 20 rooms available
VISA
Most international guests will need a tourist visa to enter Egypt. Citizens of Argentina, Spain, Guatemala, and the United States are eligible for this process. Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months after the arrival date.
Cost: $25 USD
Valid: 30 days - single entry
How To Get It
How to get it:
1. At the Egyptian airport upon arrival - you can pay $15 to skip immigration line. This is a very easy process!
2. Online Application: You may apply for an eVisa online through the official Egyptian government website.
We recommend completing your visa application no later than one month before travel to allow for processing time.
Weather
Daytime temperatures typically reach the high 20s to low 30s °C (roughly 82 °F to 90 °F), while evenings drop to the mid‐ to upper-teens °C (about 60-65 °F).
Attire recommendation: Daytime: lightweight fabrics, breathable layers. Evening: a light sweater or shawl is advisable for outdoor gatherings.
