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2010-10-11T04:05:00.000-07:00

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2010-10-06T15:36:00.000-07:00

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2010-10-04T05:21:00.000-07:00

Shore excursions in Egypt

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Petra shore excursions

2010-09-04T07:49:00.000-07:00

Private Day Tour to Petra (AQB 3)

Adult Price: from 210 $ to 270 $ per person (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

the large valley running from the Dead Sea to the Gulf of Aqaba. Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985

Petra is a historic and archaeological city in the Jordanian governorate of Ma'an that has rock cut architecture and a water conduits system. Established sometime around the 6th century BC as the capital city of the Nabataeans,it is a symbol of Jordan as well as its most visited tourism attraction. It lies on the slope of Mount Hor in a basin among the mountains which form the eastern flank of Arabah (Wadi Araba), the large valley running from the Dead Sea to the Gulf of Aqaba. Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

The site remained unknown to the Western world until 1812, when it was introduced by Swiss explorer Johann Ludwig Burckhardt. It was described as "a rose-red city half as old as time" in a Newdigate Prizewinning sonnet by John William Burgon. UNESCO has described it as "one of the most precious cultural properties of man's cultural heritage.Petra was chosen by the BBC as one of "the 40 places you have to see before you die"

From Aqaba Port, you will be transferred by an air-conditioned vehicle for about 1.5 hours to the rose red city in Petra, a must-see in the Middle East. Upon arrival at the Visitor's Centre start on horseback or on foot to the Siq, a narrow gorge, and continue to the beautiful Treasury. From there you will be walked along the Street of Facades, the Royal Tombs and Qasr Al Bent. After buffet lunch you will be driven back to the cruise in Aqaba.

Petra shore excursions

2010-09-04T07:47:00.000-07:00

Day Tour Dead Sea (AQB 2)

Adult Price: from 155 $ to 175 $ per person (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

The Dead Sea has attracted visitors from around the Mediterranean basin for thousands of years.

The Dead Sea also called the Salt Sea, is a salt lake bordering Jordan to the east, and Israel and the West Bank to the west. Its surface and shores are 422 metres (1,385 ft) below sea level,[2] the lowest elevation on the Earth's surface on dry land. The Dead Sea is 378 m (1,240 ft) deep, the deepest hypersaline lake in the world. It is also one of the world's saltiest bodies of water, with 33.7% salinity. Only Lake Assal (Djibouti), Garabogazköl and some hypersaline lakes of the McMurdo Dry Valleys in Antarctica (such as Don Juan Pond) have a higher salinity. It is 8.6 times more salty than the ocean.[3] This salinity makes for a harsh environment where animals cannot flourish, hence its name. The Dead Sea is 67 kilometres (42 mi) long and 18 kilometres (11 mi) wide at its widest point. It lies in the Jordan Rift Valley, and its main tributary is the Jordan River.

From Aqaba Port you will be transferred by an air-conditioned vehicle for about 2.5 hours to the lowest point on earth at 400 meters below sea level: the Dead Sea. This unique place is famous for its salty waters. The high concentration of minerals makes water and the dark mud on the shores precious for various health treatments already known by King Herod the Great. Arrived at Dead Sea you have leisure time, the chance to float on water and enjoy a lunch at this incredible site. Around 15.30 P.M. you leave the Dead Sea and drive back to Aqaba port.

Petra shore excursions

2010-09-04T07:45:00.000-07:00

Day Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum (AQB 1)

Adult Price: from 265 $ to 295 $ per person (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

Wadi Rum , also known as The Valley of the Moon is a valley cut into the sandstone and granite rock in south Jordan at 60 Km to the east of Aqaba.

It is the largest wadi in Jordan. The name Rum most likely comes from an Aramaic root meaning 'high' or 'elevated'. To reflect its proper Arabic pronunciation, archaeologists transcribe it as Wadi Ramm. The highest elevation in Wadi rum is Mount Um Dami at more than 1800m above sea level.

From Aqaba Port you will be transferred by an air-conditioned vehicle about 1.5 hours to the rose red rock city Petra, a must-see in the Middle East. Upon arrival at the Visitor's Centre start with your guide on horseback or on foot to the Siq, a narrow gorge, and continue to the beautiful Treasury. From here walk to the Street of Facades and the Royal Tombs. After buffet lunch at 5 star hotel drive 1.5 hrs to the protected area of Wadi Rum, one of the most impressing desert landscapes in the world. The area was made famous in the west by Lawrence of Arabia who described it as "vast, echoing and god-like". Discover the area featured by rugged mountains and colored sand dunes during a 4x4 Jeep tour, enjoy canyons, sand dunes and rock inscriptions. Then continue 40 minutes to Aqaba Port.

Haifa Shore Excursions

2010-09-04T07:44:00.000-07:00

Private Jerusalem and Jewish Heritage (HA 6)

Adult Price: from 715 $ to 875 $ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

After meeting your guide on the pier in Haifa, they will drive you into the stark, yet strikingly beautiful Judean Hills. During your approximate two and one half hour drive, you will wind through the Judeean hills, you will pass the castle fortification before arriving at the remarkable Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Martyrs' and Heroes' Remembrance Authority. The museum, which was opened in 2005, is dedicated to documenting the history of the Jewish people during the Holocaust period, emphasizing each victim's experience through original artifacts, survivor testimonies and personal possessions. This unique perspective is presented in a sprawling complex of tree-studded walkways that lead to museums, exhibits, archives, monuments, sculptures and memorials. Your visit here is approximately two hours.

Leaving Yad Vashem, you will navigate your way into Jerusalem, viewing some of Israel's most notable landmarks, such as the Hebrew University, home to 2005 Nobel Prize winner Professor Emeritus Robert J. Aumann, the Israel Museum, the Shrine of the Book, the Knesset (Israel's Parliament) and the State Supreme High Court. A break will be taken so you can have lunch on your own and relax.

After the break, you will set out on an approximately two and one half hour walking tour of the Old City. Entering via the Zion Gate, scene of some of the fiercest fighting in Jerusalem during the siege of 1948, your walk will take you past some of the most sacred sites in religious history. As you make your way through the Jewish Quarter of the Old City, you will see the Cardo, Jerusalem's main thoroughfare during the Roman and Byzantine eras. You will also see the newly rebuilt Hurva Synagogue. Burned by angry creditors in 1720, it was rebuilt in 1856, only to be destroyed again during the 1948 conflict. Descending into the lower city, you will view the Temple Mount and the golden-topped Dome of the Rock. With its stunning blue and gold ceramic tiles, this amazing shrine built in the late 7th century is considered the third holiest site in Islam. You will also visit the famous Western (Wailing) Wall, the holiest site in the Jewish world because it is believed to have been closest to where the Holy Ark once stood.

Exiting the Old City, you will re-join your transportation and begin the three hour drive back to Haifa. Along the way, enjoy a drive past the city walls and through the Kidron Valley. From here you will have a view of Absalom's Tomb and the Tomb of Zacharia before it's time to travel back to the pier in Haifa.

Haifa Shore Excursions

2010-09-04T07:41:00.000-07:00

Private Acre and the Crusaders' Kingdom (HA 5)

Adult Price: from 595 $ to 750 $ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

After meeting your guide on the pier in Haifa, they will drive you for approximately 60 minutes to the northernmost point of Haifa Bay. Upon your arrival at Acre, you will begin to experience the decidedly medieval atmosphere of the area as you descend into the headquarters of the Knights of St. John. Part of this underground city was known as the Hospitaler Quarter because it was here that the knights received their medical care. Your tour takes you through a series of barrel-vaulted rooms called the Crusader Halls, which lead to the Refectory (dining hall). Also referred to as the 'Crypt', it is a true representation of Crusader architecture. Near to the Crypt is a stairway which leads to a long underground passage that is thought to be an escape tunnel that was built by the Crusaders in order to reach the port during attacks by Moslem forces.

Returning to the surface, you will next explore the Ottoman period of Akko's long and colorful history. This portion of your tour has you visiting the vibrant 18th century Turkish Bazaar, the elegant restored Turkish Baths - which are now a museum, and the lively marketplace with its exotic offerings and intoxicating scents. From the marketplace you will continue on to the enormous Kahn El Umdan, also referred to as the 'Pillar's Inn', an ancient caravanserai which once served the camel caravans.

Before leaving the city behind, you will make a stop at the picturesque Pisan Port which was built by Crusader seamen from Pisa, Italy. Then relax during your one hour drive back to the pier.

Haifa Shore Excursions

2010-09-04T07:40:00.000-07:00

Private Caesarea Maritime - Herod’s Dream (HA 4)

Adult Price: from 595$ to 750 $ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

After meeting your guide on the pier in Haifa, they will drive you to Mount Carmel, approximately 60 minutes away, for a breathtaking view of Haifa Bay, the golden dome of Haifa's Baha'i Shrine and Acre in the distance.

Drive along the ancient Via Maris to Caesarea and visit the ancient port city built by Herod the Great on the ruins of an ancient anchorage known as Stratton's tower. He named it Caesarea in honor of his Roman patron, Augustus Caesar. In 66 C.E., in Caesarea, which was the capital of the country during the Roman period, the Jews of the city raised the revolt against Rome, touching off the Jewish war. Caesarea became an important Christian center that was alternatively conquered by Moslems and Crusaders until it was destroyed at the end of the thirteenth century. Among the magnificent array of archaeological finds you will see during your two hour visit are restored Crusaders fortifications, a Byzantine street and a Roman Theater.

A walk among the ruins cannot be complete without observing the splendor displayed in the Travel Through Time displays that combine to recreate a city being reawakened in front of your eyes. Then continue to the Tower of Time, where you can take a virtual tour of the city, enter buildings and visit the streets, even participate in various activities such as horse racing in the hippodrome, performances in the theater, roaming around the market booths, and receiving ships arriving at the port, all of which tangibly and powerfully indicate Caesarea's importance throughout the ages. After your tour, begin the 45 minute drive back to Haifa.

Haifa Shore Excursions

2010-09-04T07:38:00.000-07:00

Private Nazareth and Galilee (HA 3)

Adult Price: from 533$ to 695 $ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

Departing from the pier in Haifa, you will travel over the Carmel coastal range to the childhood home of Jesus, Nazareth. A photo stop will be made from atop Mount Carmel, the historic scene of the struggle of Elijah with the prophets of Baal.

Upon arrival in Nazareth, you will visit the Basilica of the Annunciation. The current church was constructed in 1969 over the site of two earlier churches. Inside, the lower level contains the Grotto of the Annunciation, believed by many Christians to be the remains of the original childhood home of Mary. A large structure was commissioned by Emperor Constantine I, who had directed his mother, Saint Helena, to found churches commemorating important events in Jesus Christ's life. The Church of the Annunciation was founded around the same time as the Church of the Nativity (the birthplace) and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre (the tomb). Nearby is the Franciscan Church of St. Joseph which is believed to be built on the location of Joseph's workshop.

You will then walk in the center of downtown Nazareth past the bazaar and see the site of Mary's well. Today, it is a modern water trough which was built over the ancient trough where women and animals went for water. The well is fed by a natural spring to the north. According to tradition, this was the place where the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and informed her she would give birth to the son of God. You will then drive through the nearby town of Cana (Kafr Kanna) which is believed to be where Jesus performed his first public miracle, the turning of a large quantity of water into wine at a wedding feast. Time will be taken forl unch on your own.

After lunch you will tour the Galilee region. Traditionally divided into Upper, Lower and Western Galilee, most of Galilee consists of rocky terrain, at heights of between 1,600 and 2,300 feet above sea level. There are several high mountains including Mount Tabor, thought to be the site of the Transfiguration of Jesus, and Mount Meron, the highest point in Israel at over 3,900 feet. The region has relatively mild temperatures and high rainfall. As a result, it has very green areas with flora and wildlife. You will drive to Tabgha, the traditional site of the miracle of the multiplication of the loaves and fishes. Further along the Sea of Galilee are the ruins of Capernaum. This was the home of the apostles Peter, Andrew, James and John, as well as the tax collector Matthew. According to the New Testament, Jesus taught in the synagogue in Capernaum on the Sabbath days. At the place where the Jordan River flows out of the Sea of Galilee is Yardenit, where the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist took place. After your visit, you will begin the drive back to Haifa. Along the way you will pass by Mount Tabor.

Please note: Due to traffic or crowds at the sites, the tour itinerary may be altered in an attempt to avoid foreseen delays. All sites mentioned in the tour will be visited and crowds are to be expected.

Haifa Shore Excursions

2010-09-04T07:37:00.000-07:00

Private Day in Jerusalem (HA 2)

Adult Price: from 533 $ to 690 $ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

After meeting your guide on the pier in Haifa, they will drive you into the hauntingly stark Judean Hills, traveling along the same route used for centuries to reach Jerusalem, approximately three hours away.

From here you will continue on to Mt. Zion, lying to the south of today's city walls. Upon arrival, you will visit the Room of the Last Supper, where according to tradition Jesus' last meal with his disciples and the descent of the Holy Spirit took place. Located on the ground floor is the Tomb of King David, one of the places most visited and venerated by the people of Jewish faith. Next, it's on to the Dormition Abbey, a massive yet serenely beautiful structure topped by a high domed bell tower, a conical dome and corner towers. According to tradition, this Benedictine basilica is built over the place where Mary, the mother of Jesus, 'fell asleep'.

Then it's time to begin your walking tour of the Old City. Entering via the Jaffa Gate, your walk will take you past some of the most sacred sites in religious history. As you make your way along a route that flanks the colorful bazaar, you will observe the Christian Quarter, which rests beside a part of the famous Via Dolorosa, believed by many to be the route Jesus followed as he carried his cross to Calvary. Amongst the sites you will view is the golden-topped Dome of the Rock. With its stunning blue and gold ceramic tiles, this amazing shrine is considered the third holiest site in Islam. You will also view the famous Western (Wailing) Wall, the holiest site in the Jewish world because it is believed to have been closest to where the Holy Ark once stood. A visit to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher is also included. Perched on the hill known as Golgotha, the Church marks the site of Jesus' crucifixion, burial and resurrection.

Re-join your transportation and travel back to the ship in Haifa approximately two and one half hours away.

Haifa Shore Excursions

2010-09-04T04:17:00.000-07:00

Private Jerusalem and Bethlehem (HA 1)

Adult Price: from 533$ to710$ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

After meeting your guide on the pier in Haifa, they will drive you into the Judean Hills. As you ascend into these hauntingly stark hills, you will be traveling along the same route used for centuries to reach Jerusalem.

The capital of Israel, Jerusalem is famous for its timeless beauty and was once considered the center of the world. As you navigate your way through this amazing city, you will pass some of Israel's most notable landmarks, such as the Hebrew University, home to 2005 Nobel Prize winner Professor Emeritus Robert J. Aumann, the Israel Museum, the Shrine of the Book, the Knesset (Israel's Parliament) and the State Supreme High Court. After an interesting overview of the city, you will proceed toward the Mount of Olives where time will be allowed to take photos from this highly favorable vantage point that provides an unparalleled and breathtaking panorama of the walled Old City. Near the base of the Mount, you will pass the picturesque Gardens of Gethsemane, site of an ancient olive oil press yard that is surrounded by 1,000 year-old trees. Here you can also see the impressive Church of All Nations.

Following an unforgettable morning, you will continue your exploration of this fascinating destination with a walking tour of the historical Old City. Entering via the Jaffa Gate, your walk will take you past some of the most sacred sites in religious history. As you make your way along a route that flanks the colorful bazaar, you will observe the Christian Quarter, which rests beside a part of the famous Via Dolorosa, believed by many to be the route Jesus followed as he carried his cross to Calvary. Amongst the sites you will view is the golden-topped Dome of the Rock. With its stunning blue and gold ceramic tiles, this amazing shrine is considered the third holiest site in Islam. You will also view the famous Western (Wailing) Wall, the holiest site in the Jewish world because it is believed to have been closest to where the Holy Ark once stood. A visit to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher is also included. Perched on the hill known as Golgotha, the Church marks the site of Jesus' crucifixion, burial and resurrection.

Rejoining your transportation, you will leave the city behind and make your way through the Judean Hills to the edge of the desert, where the legendary town of Bethlehem is found. Your time here includes a visit to the renowned Church of the Nativity. This extraordinary church is built over a grotto that is believed to be the location of Jesus' birth. After what will no doubt be a highly memorable visit, you will re-board your coach and enjoy a leisurely drive back to the ship.

Please note: When entering Bethlehem, the local tour guides, members of the Palestinian Authority, replace the Israeli tour guides for the Bethlehem portion of the tour. If traveling in any vehicle smaller than a coach, you will also need to change vehicles for the Bethlehem portion of the tour.

Ashdod Shore Excursions

2010-08-25T15:50:00.001-07:00

Private Tel Aviv Orientation and Jaffa (ASH 6 )

Adult Price: from 533 $ to 690 $ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

After meeting your guide at the pier in Ashdod, they will drive you along the coast to Tel Aviv. Upon arrival, you will drive along Rothschild Blvd. and admire the Bauhaus original buildings, which credited Tel Aviv to be named by UNESCO a world heritage town. Tel Aviv’s modern face is shown in the Habimah National Theater and the Mann Auditorium.

Your drive will continue through Ibn Gvirol Street, named for one of Israel’s most famous poets and you will pass by the Tel Aviv Art Museum, the Golda Meir Center and the Tel Aviv Court premises. Then, you will pass by the square where Prime Minister Itzhak Rabin was assassinated on November 4, 1995.

Your drive will continue along the Mediterranean coast to Jaffa, one of the oldest cities in the world. You will view Jaffa’s picturesque harbor, where Jaffa oranges were once exported, and visit the city’s old section which has been restored as a charming artists’ colony and cultural center. Your walk will take you along the winding cobblestone lanes past art studios and galleries. You will see the clock tower, where Old Jaffa begins, mosques, churches and the town’s exotic flea market.

Then, have your camera ready for a photo stop at Jaffa’s observation point, overlooking the “White City” of Tel Aviv. Finally, enjoy free time to explore the many facets of Jaffa before returning to the pier in Ashdod.

Ashdod Shore Excursions

2010-08-25T15:48:00.000-07:00

Private Jerusalem, Jewish Heritage (ASH 5 )

Adult Price: from 533 $ to 690 $ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

After meeting your guide at the pier in Ashdod, they will drive you into the stark, yet strikingly beautiful Judean Hills. As you wind your way through the hills, you will pass the castle fortification before arriving at the remarkable Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Martyrs’ and Heroes’ Remembrance Authority. The museum, which was opened in 2005, is dedicated to documenting the history of the Jewish people during the Holocaust period, emphasizing each victim’s experience through original artifacts, survivor testimonies and personal possessions. This unique perspective is presented in a sprawling complex of tree-studded walkways that lead to museums, exhibits, archives, monuments, sculptures and memorials.

Leaving Yad Vashem, you will navigate your way into Jerusalem, viewing some of Israel’s most notable landmarks, such as the Hebrew University, home to 2005 Nobel Prize winner Professor Emeritus Robert J. Aumann, the Israel Museum, the Shrine of the Book, the Knesset (Israel’s Parliament) and the State Supreme High Court.

Your afternoon begins with a walking tour of the Old City. Entering via the Zion Gate, scene of some of the fiercest fighting in Jerusalem during the siege of 1948, your walk will take you past some of the most sacred sites in religious history. As you make your way through the Jewish Quarter of the Old City, you will see the Cardo, Jerusalem’s main thoroughfare during the Roman and Byzantine eras. You will also see the newly rebuilt Hurva Synagogue. Burned by angry creditors in 1720, it was rebuilt in 1856, only to be destroyed again during the 1948 conflict. Descending into the lower city, you will view the Temple Mount and the golden-topped Dome of the Rock. With its stunning blue and gold ceramic tiles, this amazing shrine built in the late 7th century is considered the third holiest site in Islam. You will also visit the famous Western (Wailing) Wall, the holiest site in the Jewish world because it is believed to have been closest to where the Holy Ark once stood.

Exiting the Old City, you will re-join your transportation and enjoy a drive past the city walls and through the Kidron Valley. From here you will have a view of Absalom’s Tomb and the Tomb of Zacharia before it’s time to travel back to the pier in Ashdod.

Ashdod Shore Excursions

2010-08-25T15:45:00.000-07:00

Private Panoramic Jerusalem (ASH 4)

Adult Price: from 533 $ to 710 $ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

After meeting your guide at the pier in Ashdod, they will drive you into the Judean Hills. As you travel to Jerusalem, you will pass by Ramot, one of Jerusalem’s newer suburbs, while on your way to Mt. Scopus. At the summit of the Mount of Olives, you will be treated to a breath-taking view of the Old City, Temple Mount, the Golden Gates, the Church of the Ascension, Pater Noster and Dominus Flevit. Traveling back to the base of the Mount, you will find the picturesque Gardens of Gethsemane, site of an ancient olive oil press yard that is surrounded by 1,000 year-old trees. At this location you will also find the impressive Church of All Nations where a visit is included.

You will then proceed past the city walls and on to the Kidron Valley. From here you will have a view of Absalom’s Tomb and the Tomb of Zacharia. Continuing along the eastern walls of the city, you will enjoy a spectacular view of Kind David’s City before arriving at the Dung Gate where you will disembark your transportation and walk to the famous Western (Wailing) Wall, the holiest site in the Jewish world because it is believed to have been closest to where the Holy Ark once stood. On your way, you will be able to see the Southern Wall excavations.

After what will surely be a memorable morning of sight-seeing, you will head to West Jerusalem to see some of Israel’s most well-known landmarks, such as the Jerusalem Theater, the State President’s residence, the Israel Museum, the Knesset (Israel’s Parliament), the State Supreme Court and the Hebrew University. Next, it’s a drive through Mea Shearim, a Jewish orthodox quarter where the old traditions and customs dominate the pace of life. This wide-ranging tour concludes with a leisurely drive back to the port in Ashdod.

Ashdod Shore Excursions

2010-08-25T15:44:00.000-07:00

Private Masada and the Dead Sea (ASH 3)

Adult Price: from 720 $ to 875$ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

After meeting your professional guide at the pier in Ashdod, they will drive you through the Negev desert and descend 3,600 feet toward the Dead Sea – the lowest point on earth !

First, you will stop at Masada, the most spectacular ancient archaeological site in Israel. You will ascend by cable car to this mountaintop fortress, built by Herod the Great. Explore the magnificent ancient ruins, which include Herod’s three-tiered palace, the synagogue, the baths, the defending walls and the water cisterns that are an engineering feat still today.

After a morning of extraordinary vistas, travel to the Dead Sea where you will have approximately two hours for lunch on your own and to experience the exquisite sensation of floating effortlessly upon the buoyant waters of the Dead Sea. With more salt and minerals than any other body of water in the world, the Dead Sea is claimed to be a natural health and beauty spa. During your free time you may wish to indulge in one of the local "treatments" being sold using the minerals from the sea.

Re-boarding your transportation you will travel along the shores of the Dead Sea to arrive at the point from which the Qumran Caves are clearly visible. It was here in 1947 that a Bedouin shepherd boy discovered the famous Dead Sea Scrolls, the oldest known biblical manuscripts in the world.

Departing Qumran, ascend the Judean Hills, to the north where you will see Jericho before traveling back to the ship. The impact of these remarkable sites will remain with you for a long time.

Ashdod Shore Excursions

2010-08-25T15:19:00.000-07:00

Private Day in Jerusalem (ASH 2)

Adult Price: from 533 $ to 720$ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

After meeting your guide at the pier in Ashdod, they will drive you into the hauntingly stark Judean Hills, traveling along the same route used for centuries to reach Jerusalem.

From here you will continue on to Mt. Zion, lying to the south of today’s city walls. Upon arrival, you will visit the Room of the Last Supper, where according to tradition Jesus’ last meal with his disciples and the descent of the Holy Spirit took place. Located on the ground floor is the Tomb of King David, one of the places most visited and venerated by the people of Jewish faith. Next, it’s on to the Dormition Abbey, a massive yet serenely beautiful structure topped by a high domed bell tower, a conical dome and corner towers. According to tradition, this Benedictine basilica is built over the place where Mary, the mother of Jesus, “fell asleep”.

Then it’s time to begin your walking tour of the Old City. Entering via the Jaffa Gate, your walk will take you past some of the most sacred sites in religious history. As you make your way along a route that flanks the colorful bazaar, you will observe the Christian Quarter, which rests beside a part of the famous Via Dolorosa, believed by many to be the route Jesus followed as he carried his cross to Calvary. Amongst the sites you will view is the golden-topped Dome of the Rock. With its stunning blue and gold ceramic tiles, this amazing shrine is considered the third holiest site in Islam. You will also view the famous Western (Wailing) Wall, the holiest site in the Jewish world because it is believed to have been closest to where the Holy Ark once stood. A visit to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher is also included. Perched on the hill known as Golgotha, the Church marks the site of Jesus’ crucifixion, burial and resurrection.

Re-join your transportation and travel back to the ship in Ashdod.

Ashdod Shore Excursions

2010-08-25T15:14:00.000-07:00

Private Jerusalem and Bethlehem (ASH 1)

Adult Price: from 553$ to 710$ per group (depending on number of people)

Tour details:

After meeting your professional guide on the pier in Ashdod, you will set out on the one hour drive to Jerusalem and some of the most sacred sites in the Holy Land. Upon arrival in Jerusalem, a photo stop will be made from atop the Mt. of Olives.

Nearby, you will visit the Church of All Nations, also known as the Church or Basilica of the Agony. It is a Roman Catholic Church that was consecrated in 1924 and is decorated with mosaic symbols of the countries that contributed to its construction. The alter enshrines a section of bedrock, The Rock of Agony, where Jesus is said to have prayed before his arrest. The current church rests on the foundations of two earlier ones, a 12th century chapel, and a 4th century basilica. This is followed by a visit to the Gardens of Gethsemane, located below the church at the foot of the Mount of Olives. It is here where Jesus prayed and his disciples slept the night before his betrayal and arrest. According to the Eastern Orthodox Church tradition, Gethsemane is the garden where Virgin Mary died before her assumption on Mount Sion. Time will be taken for lunch on your own.

After lunch, you will begin a walking tour of the Old City. The UNESCO world heritage site is a walled area within the modern city of Jerusalem. Until the 1860s this was the entire city of Jerusalem. It is home to several sites of religious importance: the Temple Mount and its Western Wall for Jews, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for Christians, and the Dome of the Rock and al-Aqsa Mosque for Muslims. The current walls date back to the 1500s and there are 11 gates in the Old City, although only 7 are currently open. As you walk through the Arab market, a maze of narrow alleys mostly within the Muslim Quarter, you will see a fascinating variety of shops and stalls offering everything, from mixed nuts and spices, to different kinds of sweets and pastries, vegetables and falafel, along with souvenirs, ceramics and oriental jewels and cloths. Follow your guide as you make your way to the Christian Quarter where you will walk uphill along a portion of the Via Dolorosa, (the Way of Grief or Way of Suffering.) It has been traditionally held to be the path that Jesus walked, carrying his cross, on the way to his crucifixion. It is currently marked by nine Stations of the Cross (halting place) that represent series of events that happened in Jesus’ life from the time he is condemned to death through the third time he falls. At the top of the street is the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, (Church of the Resurrection) which is believed by most Christians to sit on the Hill of Calvary (Golgotha,) where the New Testament says that Jesus was crucified, and is said to also contain the place where Jesus was buried (the sepulchre) and resurrected. The remaining five Stations of the Cross are inside the church. From a high spot, you will be able to see the Dome of the Rock on the opposite side of the Old City.

You will them walk with your guide to the Jewish Quarter where a stop will be made to see the Western Wall. Part of the supporting wall of the Temple Mount that has not been hidden by construction, the Western Wall has remained intact since the destruction of the Second Jerusalem Temple in 70 A.D. The Second Temple having been built in 517 B.C. to replace the First Temple conceived by King David and constructed by King Solomon in 950 B. C. It became the most sacred spot in Jewish religious and national consciousness and tradition by virtue of its proximity to the Western Wall of the Holy of Holies in the Temple, from which, according to numerous sources, the Divine Presence never departed. It became a center of mourning over the destruction of the Temple and Israel's exile, and a place of communion for the memory of Israel's former glory and the hope for its restoration. From here, you will return to your transportation outside the Old City.

You will drive from Jerusalem to the town of Bethlehem, a trip made by the magi (Wise men) many years ago. The town is inhabited by one of the oldest Christian communities in the world, though the size of the community has shrunk in recent years due to emigration. The city is also the birthplace of David and the location where he was crowned as the king of Israel. The tomb of the Biblical Matriarch Rachel, wife of Jacob, is located to the north of Bethlehem.

While in Bethlehem, you will visit the Church of the Nativity, which is one of the oldest continuously operating churches in the world. The structure is built over the cave that tradition marks as the birthplace of Jesus of Nazareth, and it is considered sacred by followers of both Christianity and Islam. The current basilica was rebuilt in 565 A. D. by the orders of Emperor Justinian I. The compound surrounding it has been expanded over the years. It is administered jointly by Greek Orthodox, Roman Catholic, and Armenian Apostolic authorities. The structure is actually a combination of two churches, with the Grotto of the Nativity, where Jesus is said to have been born, underneath. After the visit, you will return to Ashdod.

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Egypt private excursions health tips

2010-07-27T11:14:00.000-07:00

In all restaurants that you will be taken to with Egypt private excursions , we make sure they are 5 stars restaurants that are up to European & American Standards
As for sickness, the only health hazard that you're likely to come across is stomach. The best way to avoid this is to make sure that you only drink bottled water, avoid ice and ice-cream and anything that may have been washed in tap water
All fruit should be peeled before consumption. Milk is unpasteurized and should be boiled. Precautions should also be taken against prickly heat and sunstroke.
If you are allergic to something, please notify us as early as possible in order to make sure that you avoid that.

Special offers terms

2010-07-27T11:10:00.000-07:00

Groups: our groups never exceeds 20 people

Transportation: we use 52 seat air conditioned bus equipped with toilet on board

Tour guide: our tour guides are multilingual licensed Egyptologist; all are graduated from the faculty of tourism and hotels and authorized by the ministry of tourism

Beverage: we supply al our buses with mineral water on board & it is free

Lunch:

Not provided during the one day tour
Provided in the overnight tours

Group leader and organizer

2010-07-27T11:06:00.000-07:00

Egypt private excursions is offering a great deal for the group organizers

Free policy : completely free of the tour charge
1 guest free for every 10 guests
2 guests free for every 19 guests
More free guests according to the number of your group
Completely free from all the optional tours and excursions
Contact us for more offers and promotions for the group organizers

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2010-07-27T01:33:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Luxor

Karank temples, valley of the kings, Deir El Bahari , Colossi of Memnon .

Price: 99$ per person

Depart from Safaga in convoy for a journey lasting approximately 3 1/2 hours. The luxurious motor coaches are fully air conditioned, Sit back and enjoy the unfolding vistas of barren mountains, flat desert and fertile areas as your guide introduces you to the history of Upper Egypt. Arriving in Luxor, your first stop will be at the greatest place of worship in history, the breathtaking Karnak Temple with its unique Hypostyle hall, sacred lake and avenue of the Sphinxes. Take time out relax and enjoy a sumptuous buffet lunch in a deluxe hotel. After lunch, drive across the Nile to its West Bank where the Valley of the Kings is situated to visit three of the amazing royal tombs. Driving past Deir El Bahari, view the finest building in Egypt, a momentous masterpiece and one of the most impressive in the world, the magnificent funerary temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Before crossing to the East Bank you will stop for photographs at the famous statues of Amenophis III, also known as the Colossi of Memnon, standing exactly where they once flanked the entrance to the Temple 5000 ago. , Let your imagination soar and with the mind's eye witness the glorious entrance to the temple by Alexander the Great, a god paying his respects to another. A short photo stop at Luxor Temple will take place before joining the scheduled convoy for the return journey to Safaga.

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2010-07-27T01:28:00.000-07:00

Overnight in cairo

The great pyramids & the sphinx, Sakkara step pyramids & tombs, Egyptian museum & citadel and alabaster mosque .

Price: 190$ per person

Day 1

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and pyramids below.

You will have lunch at a nearby restaurant with the pyramids in the background. After lunch, continue on to the area of Sakkara, located south of Cairo. Sakkara is one part of the great necropolis of Memphis, which was the capital of the Old Kingdom. It was thought that the section was for the kings of the 1st and 2nd dynasty only, but excavations have revealed the tombs of a prime minister, the son of one of the Dynasty’s Kings and a queen’s pyramid. Sakkara is probably best known as the location of King Djoser’s Pyramid, better known as the Step Pyramid. It is the oldest known of the nearly 100 pyramids that have been discovered in Egypt. It was designed by the architect Imhotep, whose design was both unique and revolutionary.

Following your visit to the Sakkara, drive to your hotel. The evening is at your leisure to rest or explore. Guests have the option of attending the Sound and Light show on the Pyramids. Or dinner on board 5* deluxe Nile cruise, Overnight in Cairo. (Hotels used are Le Meridian pyramids & Moevenpick pyramids or similar based on availability at time of booking.)

Day 2

After an early breakfast, drive to the Citadel of Saladin, where panoramic views of the city of Cairo can be seen. Here you will also visit the spectacular Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali, the founder of modern Egypt.

Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which houses the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room.

You will have lunch at a nearby restaurant with the Nile in the background. After lunch, you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue
Imhotep museum & the gilded coffin
Mastaba of Kagemni
Camel ride in front of the pyramids

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2010-07-27T01:24:00.000-07:00

2 Days tour in Cairo & Alexandria

The great pyramids of Giza & the mysterious Sphinx, the magnificent Egyptian Museum & king TUT treasure gallery , Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Montaza Palace & gardens , A photo stops at the Citadel of Quait Bay& Abu El Abbass Mosque and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier .

Price: 90$ per person

Tour details:

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. Free time will be taken for photos and for those wishing, to walk closer to the pyramids. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and all the pyramids below..

Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Then , you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

Day 2 :

Depart the Port of Alexandria for the drive to the Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages. Discovered by a donkey in 1900, the catacombs represent the largest Roman cemetery in Egypt, and include the remains of more than 300 individual tombs. Constructed in the 2nd century A.D., probably for one family, they were later expanded to three levels cut 90 feet deep into existing rock. They now merge Roman, Greek and Egyptian cultural aspects in their design and decoration. The catacombs are accessed by a series of descending circular steps,

Drive to the Citadel of Quait Bay for a photo stop. One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the lighthouse of Ancient Alexandria once stood on this site. Finished in the 3rd century B.C., the lighthouse was an astonishing 380 to 440 ft in height with approximately three hundred rooms in the lower section for workers. Running through the center was a double spiral ascent and hydraulic machinery that raised fuel for the lamp to the top. The lantern at the top of the lighthouse remains a source of discussion. Some say it contained a steel mirror that reflected light in the day and fire by night. Others say it was made of glass. The lantern and the top two stories fell around 956 A.D, during an earthquake and most of the tower was destroyed during earthquakes in 1303 and 1323. The present day fort was built in the 1480’s by Sultan Qaitbey using pieces of the lighthouse. These blocks are clearly visible due to their excessive size in comparison to surrounding masonry.

A photo stop will be made at the beautiful Abu El Abbass Mosque, considered to be the biggest mosque in Alexandria and a genuine example of Islamic architecture. The current building dates from 1775, although sections within date back as far as 1286 A. D.

A photo stop will also be made at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier which dates back to 1915 .

Next, you will visit the new Bibliotheca Alexandrina, built on or near the site of the ancient Library of Alexandria. Built at the beginning of the 3rd century BC, the ancient library was not only a repository of books; it was also a museum, school and the world's foremost center for learning and scholarly research. In the 4th century AD, a fire destroyed both the library and museum .

Next, you will take a drive along the Mediterranean coast to the Montaza Gardens, 115 acres of gardens that surround the Montaza Palace, built in 1932 by King Fouad and inherited by his son King Farouk, last of the Egyptian kings. You will begin drive to the port .

package complimentary tour :

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Four season mall
Local market stop

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2010-07-27T01:21:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo

The great pyramids of Giza & the mysterious Sphinx, the magnificent Egyptian Museum & king TUT treasure gallery .

Price: 60$ per person

Tour details:

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. Free time will be taken for photos and for those wishing, to walk closer to the pyramids. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and all the pyramids below.

Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Following your tour, you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port .

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue

About us

2010-07-26T03:29:00.000-07:00

A few words

We are a caring, loving people who believe that the satisfaction of our client is our utmost concern. We are expertise in organizing shore excursions and putting you through overwhelming and memorable journey that has been a dream since your childhood. We focus on small groups which gives you the opportunity to explore places you have never been to, to engage in intimate talks with the Egyptian people, To inhale the mystery of the east.

Our team believes in collective work and team spirit so among us you are one of us. We are ready to answer your never-ending questions. Our work goes far beyond tourism. It’s really about human connection and friendship.

Sharm Elsheikh Shore Excursions

2010-07-26T00:48:00.000-07:00

Day tour in sharm el shikh ( SSH 3)

Submarine

Price: from $60 per person

Tour details:

Enjoy the unsurpassed beauty beneath the Red Sea in an air conditioned semi submersible and view some of the region's multitude of tropical fishes and colorful coral formations. Sit comfortably on deck and enjoy the ride out, then climb down below for approximately an hour worth of sightseeing through large glass windows. Back on deck; enjoy a soft drink during the return trip to the marina where your motor coach is waiting to transfer you back to the ship.

Sharm Elsheikh Shore Excursions

2010-07-26T00:45:00.000-07:00

Day tour in sharm el shikh ( SSH 2)

Diving, snorkeling in Ras Mohmmed .

Price: from $90 per person

Tour details:

Lying some 55 km south of Sharm El Sheikh at the peak of the Sinai Peninsula, Ras Mohamed is the most beautiful site in Sinai. It is a national park, maintained strictly natural and protected from the incessant "progress" humans are obsessed with by building facilities for conveniences. It is renowned for having the most exquisite coral reefs in the world and for being a refuge to rare marine life. Your first stop will be at the promontory of Ras Mohamed, rising 60 meters above sea level. Upon its summit is the so called Shark Observatory from where you can enjoy a unique view of the Gulf of Aqaba. Continue your drive to the main beach of the park where snorkeling, swimming or sunbathing can be enjoyed. A stop will also be made at the mangrove swamp of Ras Mohamed to see how plants feeding on salt water reject salt through their leaves before taking the way back to Sharm El Sheikh .

Snorkeling equipment will be provided to all tour participants. Instructors will accompany passengers during their snorkeling trip. Beach shoes highly recommended as there's a lot of sharp coral in the water. Participants must carry passports to show at Ras Mohamed police station. No umbrellas or sun beds allowed on the beach and there's no shade. This is a nature reserve and being a desert it is devoid of any trees. Sequence of tour may change to avoid overcrowding at venues .

Sharm Elsheikh Shore Excursions

2010-07-26T00:43:00.000-07:00

Day tour in sharm el shikh ( SSH 1)

Camel tour & jeep safari adventure .

Price: from $90 per person

Tour details:

Sinai's desert excursion begins with a visit to Wadi (valley) Mandar. Along the way you will be viewing unusual towering rock formations and with little luck, wild camels roaming free. You will also see sheep and goats grazing on sparse desert vegetation trying to survive in an arid and harsh environment and the occasional acacia tree, its roots embedded deep in the sand in search of moisture.

The 4X4 wheel drive jeeps will perform several stops allowing you time for unique photo opportunities. A modern Bedouin village will also be visited. Later, in the middle of this desolate expanse of land, camels and Bedouins will be waiting for you for an unforgettable caravan experience in the Sinai desert. The caravan will follow a rocky trail to reach a Bedouin Tent where the very hospitable by nature Bedouins will offer you their aromatic tea and unleavened bread.

After tea and a short rest, you will take the way back to Sharm El Sheikh passing by the beautiful Egyptian Riviera Resort of Naama Bay to the waiting ship.

Safaga Shore Excursions

2010-07-26T00:40:00.000-07:00

Overnight tour in Luxor (Lux 2)

Karank temples, valley of the kings, Deir El Bahari , Colossi of Memnon, Luxor temple .

Price: from 235$ to $275 per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Depart from Safaga in convoy for a journey lasting approximately 3 1/2 hours. The luxurious motor coaches are fully air conditioned, Sit back and enjoy the unfolding vistas of barren mountains, flat desert and fertile areas as your guide introduces you to the history of Upper Egypt. Arriving in Luxor & continue driving across the Nile to its West Bank where the Valley of the Kings is situated to visit three of the amazing royal tombs. Driving past Deir El Bahari, view the finest building in Egypt, a momentous masterpiece and one of the most impressive in the world, the magnificent funerary temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Before crossing to the East Bank you will stop for photographs at the famous statues of Amenophis III, also known as the Colossi of Memnon, standing exactly where they once flanked the entrance to the Temple 5000 ago. , Following your visit to the Colossi of Memnon, Take time out relax and enjoy a sumptuous buffet lunch in a deluxe hotel. After lunch, drive to your hotel. The evening is at your leisure to rest or explore. Guests have the option of attending the Light and Sound show at the Karnak temples, Overnight in Luxor. (Hotels used are Sheraton Luxor & Sonesta St. George or similar based on availability at time of booking.)

Day 2 (Luxor - Safaga )

After an early breakfast, drive the greatest place of worship in history, the breathtaking Karnak Temple with its unique Hypostyle hall, sacred lake and avenue of the Sphinxes. Let your imagination soar and with the mind's eye witness the glorious entrance to the temple by Alexander the Great, a god paying his respects to another We finish our tour in Luxor by visiting the Luxor temple with its great obelisks and the great sphinx avenue, before joining the scheduled convoy for the return journey to Safaga.

Safaga Shore Excursions

2010-07-26T00:36:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Luxor (Lux1)

Karank temples, valley of the kings, Deir El Bahari , Colossi of Memnon.

Price: from $135 to $170 per person

Suez Shore Excursions

2010-07-25T01:28:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 3)

The great pyramids & the sphinx, the Memphis museum, Sakkara step pyramids and tombs Hanging church, Ben Ezra synagogue, the Egyptian museum & king tut gallery .

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape towards Africa's largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will continue on to the area of Sakkara, located south of Cairo. Sakkara is one part of the great necropolis of Memphis, which was the capital of the Old Kingdom. It was thought that the section was for the kings of the 1st and 2nd dynasty only, but excavations have revealed the tombs of a prime minister, the son of one of the Dynasty's Kings and a queen's pyramid. Sakkara is probably best known as the location of King Djoserï's Pyramid, better known as the Step Pyramid. It is the oldest known of the nearly 100 pyramids that have been discovered in Egypt. It was designed by the architect Imhotep, whose design was both unique and revolutionary.

From Sakkara, proceed to the old capital of Memphis. You will see the ruins of the Temple of Ptah and see the fallen colossal statue of King Ramses the second and the Alabaster Sphinx of King Amenhopis the second during your orientation drive .

Then, lunch will be served at a nearby restaurant with the view of the pyramids. After lunch, you will drive to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and pyramids below.

Next, travel to the guardian of the mortuary complex, the mysterious Sphinx. Carved out of a solid natural rock around 2650 B.C., the Sphinx has the head of a man, body of a lion and stretches out to a length of 240 feet. Your last stop will be at the papyrus institute to see demonstrations on how at the ancient Egyptian made paper from reeds from the Nile (upon request) .

Drive to your hotel. The evening is at your leisure to rest or explore. Guests have the option of attending the Sound and Light show on the Pyramids. Or dinner on board 5* deluxe Nile cruise, Overnight in Cairo. (Hotels used are Le Meridian pyramids & Moevenpick pyramids or similar based on availability at time of booking.)

Day 2

After an early breakfast, you will drive to the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour does include a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room .

Lunch will be served at a nearby restaurant with the view of the Nile. After lunch, you will proceed to Old Cairo. This area of town is made up of the remnants of those cities which were capitals before Cairo, as well as some other elements from the city's varied history. You will tour the Coptic Cairo section which includes the Babylon Fortress, the Hanging Church, the Greek Church of St. George and many other historical sites. It is believed that the Holy Family visited this area and the section was a stronghold for Christianity until the Islamic era. Unfortunately, most of the current buildings were built after the Muslim conquest of Egypt around 650 A.D. You will also visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue. According to local tradition, the Nile once flowed over the land the synagogue sits on, and there, in the reeds, baby Moses was found. You will begin drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Felucca ride on the Nile
Imhotep museum & the gilded coffin
Mastaba of Kagemni

Suez Shore Excursions

2010-07-25T01:24:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 2)

the great pyramids & the mysterious Sphinx, the Egyptian museum & king TUT treasures gallery, Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Photo stop at abu El Abbas Mosque, the Citadel of Quait Bay and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and pyramids below.

Following your visit, you will have lunch at a nearby restaurant with the pyramids in the background. After lunch, your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Following your visit to the museum, drive to your hotel.

The evening is at your leisure to rest or explore. Guests have the option of attending the show on the Pyramids. Or dinner on board 5* deluxe Nile cruise, Overnight in Cairo. (Hotels used are Le Meridian pyramids & Moevenpick pyramids or similar based on availability at time of booking.)

Day 2 -Alexandria

After an early breakfast, Depart to Alexandria for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape, you will proceed to the Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, one of the Seven Wonders of the middle Ages. Discovered by a donkey in 1900, the catacombs represent the largest Roman cemetery in Egypt, and include the remains of more than 300 individual tombs. Constructed in the 2nd century A.D., probably for one family, they were later expanded to three levels cut 90 feet deep into existing rock. They now merge Roman, Greek and Egyptian cultural aspects in their design and decoration. The catacombs are accessed by a series of descending circular steps.

Lunch will be served at a nearby restaurant with the sea view After lunch, you will continue your exploration of Alexandria; you will then make a photo stop at the beautiful Abu El Abbas Mosque, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and near the Citadel of Quait Bay, which sits on the site of the Ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. You will begin drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue
Four season mall

Suez Shore Excursions

2010-07-25T01:20:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 1)

the great pyramids & the sphinx, Sakkara step pyramids & tombs, Egyptian museum & citadel and alabaster mosque .

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Day 2

You will have lunch at a nearby restaurant with the Nile in the background. After lunch, you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue
Imhotep museum & the gilded coffin
Mastaba of Kagemni
Camel ride in front of the pyramids

Suez Shore Excursions

2010-07-25T01:17:00.000-07:00

2 Days tour in Cairo & Alexandria (CAI 5)

The great pyramids of Giza & the mysterious Sphinx, the magnificent Egyptian Museum & king TUT treasure gallery , Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Montaza Palace & gardens , A photo stops at the Citadel of Quait Bay& Abu El Abbass Mosque and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier .

Price: from 100$ to 170$ per person

Day 1

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. Free time will be taken for photos and for those wishing, to walk closer to the pyramids. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and all the pyramids below.

Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Then , you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

Day 2

A photo stop will also be made at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier which dates back to 1915.

package complimentary tour:

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Four season mall
Local market stop

Suez Shore Excursions

2010-07-25T01:15:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 4)

A perfect tour for guests who have seen the pyramids, this full day program shows you another view of Cairo

Citadel and the alabaster mosque, Mohamed Ben Qalawon mosque, sultan Hassan mosque, hanging church, Ben Ezra synagogue .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

There were several old capitals in the area that today is known as Cairo, which laid the foundation for the city to come. After Cairo was established in the tenth century A. D., additional influences from all parts of the world (as it was known at that time) helped shape the city you see today. The city has many areas that reflect this history and influence. Perhaps one of the most interesting sections is Medieval Cairo.

Departing the pier, you will travel through the desert landscape for approximately three hours to reach Cairo. Your first stop will be at the Citadel of Saladin, where panoramic views of the city of Cairo can be seen. Here you will also visit the spectacular Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali, the founder of modern Egypt.

You will then drive into the city center and visit the Sultan Hassan mosque. It is one of the masterpieces of Mamluk architecture. The building was commissioned in 1356 AD as a mosque and religious school for all four juristic branches of Sunni Islam. It was designed so that each of the four schools of thought –Shafi, Maliki, Hanafi and Hanbali would have its own area while sharing the mosque. The facade is almost 250 feet long and more than 115 feet high.

After the visit, you will proceed to Old Cairo. This area of town is made up of the remnants of those cities which were capitals before Cairo, as well as some other elements from the city's varied history. You will tour the Coptic Cairo section which includes the Babylon Fortress, the Hanging Church, the Greek Church of St. George and many other historical sites. It is believed that the Holy Family visited this area and the section was a stronghold for Christianity until the Islamic era. Unfortunately, most of the current buildings were built after the Muslim conquest of Egypt around 650 A.D. You will also visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue. According to local tradition, the Nile once flowed over the land the synagogue sits on, and there, in the reeds, baby Moses was found.

A complimentary visit to the exotic and colorful Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Once known as the Turkish bazaar during the Ottoman period, today it is usually called the Khan. The market was built in 1382, and soon had such a stranglehold on goods traveling from the Eastern world to the West, that it leads to Europe’s westward expansion. The Mamluks had such a monopoly on the spice markets it forced explorers such as Christopher Columbus to find alternative routes to the East. You will have free time to explore this photographic shopper's paradise. Sightsee or bargain for (its expected) Gold, silver, bronze, copper and bejeweled baubles, bangles, and beads. The smell of exotic spices, leather goods, and freshly brewed coffee will blend with local music and colorful fabrics until you don’t know what century you’re in. After your free time, you will rejoin your transportation for the return drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Khan el khlili bazaar
Al Azher mosque
Old medieval Cairo & Moizz Street

Suez Shore Excursions

2010-07-25T01:11:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 3)

The great pyramids & the sphinx, the Memphis museum, Sakkara step pyramids and tombs .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

Tour details:

Then, you will drive to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and pyramids below.

Your last stop will be at the papyrus institute to see demonstrations on how at the ancient Egyptian made paper from reeds from the Nile (upon request) then you will rejoin your transportation for the 3 hour drive back to the port

package complimentary tour:

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Mastaba of Kagemni

Suez Shore Excursions

2010-07-25T01:08:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 2)

A visit to the Pyramids & A lunch cruise along the Nile .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

Tour details:

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. During your visit, you will have time for photos and the opportunity to enter Chephren’s Pyramid.

Next, travel to the guardian of the mortuary complex, the mysterious Sphinx. Carved out of a solid natural rock around 2650 B.C., the Sphinx has the head of a man, body of a lion and stretches out to a length of 240 feet. Following your visit, you will drive to the Papyrus Institute to see how ancient paper was made from the reeds along the Nile. There will be a short break for souvenir shopping at the adjacent bazaar (upon request) .

Arriving along the banks of the Nile, you will walk down the embankment to board your river cruiser for a leisurely trip along the Nile while you enjoy lunch. After lunch, you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Khan el khlili bazaar

Suez Shore Excursions

2010-07-25T01:04:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 1)

The great pyramids of Giza & the mysterious Sphinx, the magnificent Egyptian Museum & king TUT treasure gallery .

Price: from 75$ to 100$ per person

Tour details:

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. Free time will be taken for photos and for those wishing, to walk closer to the pyramids. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and all the pyramids below.

Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Following your tour, you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue

Sukhna Shore Excursions

2010-07-22T01:38:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 3)

The great pyramids & the sphinx, the Memphis museum, Sakkara step pyramids and tombs Hanging church, Ben Ezra synagogue, the Egyptian museum & king tut gallery .

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Day 2

package complimentary tour:

Felucca ride on the Nile
Imhotep museum & the gilded coffin
Mastaba of Kagemni

Sukhna Shore Excursions

2010-07-22T01:35:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 2)

the great pyramids & the mysterious Sphinx, the Egyptian museum & king TUT treasures gallery, Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Photo stop at abu El Abbas Mosque, the Citadel of Quait Bay and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and pyramids below.

Day 2 -Alexandria

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue
Four season mall

Sukhna Shore Excursions

2010-07-22T01:30:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 1)

the great pyramids & the sphinx, Sakkara step pyramids & tombs, Egyptian museum & citadel and alabaster mosque .

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Day 2

You will have lunch at a nearby restaurant with the Nile in the background. After lunch, you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue
Imhotep museum & the gilded coffin
Mastaba of Kagemni
Camel ride in front of the pyramids

Sukhna Shore Excursions

2010-07-22T01:24:00.000-07:00

2 Days tour in Cairo & Alexandria (CAI 5)

The great pyramids of Giza & the mysterious Sphinx, the magnificent Egyptian Museum & king TUT treasure gallery , Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Montaza Palace & gardens , A photo stops at the Citadel of Quait Bay& Abu El Abbass Mosque and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier .

Price: from 100$ to 170$ per person

Day 1

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. Free time will be taken for photos and for those wishing, to walk closer to the pyramids. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and all the pyramids below.

Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Then , you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

Day 2

A photo stop will also be made at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier which dates back to 1915.

package complimentary tour:

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Four season mall
Local market stop

Sukhna Shore Excursions

2010-07-22T01:19:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 4)

A perfect tour for guests who have seen the pyramids, this full day program shows you another view of Cairo

Citadel and the alabaster mosque, Mohamed Ben Qalawon mosque, sultan Hassan mosque, hanging church, Ben Ezra synagogue .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

package complimentary tour:

Khan el khlili bazaar
Al Azher mosque
Old medieval Cairo & Moizz Street

Sukhna Shore Excursions

2010-07-22T01:16:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 3)

The great pyramids & the sphinx, the Memphis museum, Sakkara step pyramids and tombs .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

Tour details:

package complimentary tour:

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Mastaba of Kagemni

Sukhna Shore Excursions

2010-07-22T01:10:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 2)

A visit to the Pyramids & A lunch cruise along the Nile .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

Tour details:

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. During your visit, you will have time for photos and the opportunity to enter Chephren’s Pyramid.

Next, travel to the guardian of the mortuary complex, the mysterious Sphinx. Carved out of a solid natural rock around 2650 B.C., the Sphinx has the head of a man, body of a lion and stretches out to a length of 240 feet. Following your visit, you will drive to the Papyrus Institute to see how ancient paper was made from the reeds along the Nile. There will be a short break for souvenir shopping at the adjacent bazaar (upon request) .

package complimentary tour:

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Khan el khlili bazaar

Sukhna Shore Excursions

2010-07-22T01:07:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 1)

The great pyramids of Giza & the mysterious Sphinx, the magnificent Egyptian Museum & king TUT treasure gallery .

Price: from 75$ to 100$ per person

Tour details:

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. Free time will be taken for photos and for those wishing, to walk closer to the pyramids. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and all the pyramids below.

Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Following your tour, you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue

Port Said Shore Excursions

2010-07-20T04:04:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 3)

The great pyramids & the sphinx, the Memphis museum, Sakkara step pyramids and tombs Hanging church, Ben Ezra synagogue, the Egyptian museum & king tut gallery .

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Day 2

package complimentary tour:

Felucca ride on the Nile
Imhotep museum & the gilded coffin
Mastaba of Kagemni

Port Said Shore Excursions

2010-07-20T04:02:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 2)

the great pyramids & the mysterious Sphinx, the Egyptian museum & king TUT treasures gallery, Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Photo stop at abu El Abbas Mosque, the Citadel of Quait Bay and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and pyramids below.

Day 2 -Alexandria

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue
Four season mall

Port Said Shore Excursions

2010-07-20T03:55:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 1)

the great pyramids & the sphinx, Sakkara step pyramids & tombs, Egyptian museum & citadel and alabaster mosque .

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Day 2

You will have lunch at a nearby restaurant with the Nile in the background. After lunch, you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue
Imhotep museum & the gilded coffin
Mastaba of Kagemni
Camel ride in front of the pyramids

Port Said Shore Excursions

2010-07-20T03:53:00.000-07:00

2 Days tour in Cairo & Alexandria (CAI 5)

The great pyramids of Giza & the mysterious Sphinx, the magnificent Egyptian Museum & king TUT treasure gallery , Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Montaza Palace & gardens , A photo stops at the Citadel of Quait Bay& Abu El Abbass Mosque and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier .

Price: from 100$ to 170$ per person

Day 1

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. Free time will be taken for photos and for those wishing, to walk closer to the pyramids. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and all the pyramids below.

Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Then , you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

Day 2

A photo stop will also be made at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier which dates back to 1915.

package complimentary tour:

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Four season mall
Local market stop

Port Said Shore Excursions

2010-07-20T03:47:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 4)

A perfect tour for guests who have seen the pyramids, this full day program shows you another view of Cairo

Citadel and the alabaster mosque, Mohamed Ben Qalawon mosque, sultan Hassan mosque, hanging church, Ben Ezra synagogue .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

package complimentary tour:

Khan el khlili bazaar
Al Azher mosque
Old medieval Cairo & Moizz Street

Port Said Shore Excursions

2010-07-20T03:44:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 3)

The great pyramids & the sphinx, the Memphis museum, Sakkara step pyramids and tombs .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

Tour details:

package complimentary tour:

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Mastaba of Kagemni

Port Said Shore Excursions

2010-07-20T03:40:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 2)

A visit to the Pyramids & A lunch cruise along the Nile .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

Tour details:

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. During your visit, you will have time for photos and the opportunity to enter Chephren’s Pyramid.

Next, travel to the guardian of the mortuary complex, the mysterious Sphinx. Carved out of a solid natural rock around 2650 B.C., the Sphinx has the head of a man, body of a lion and stretches out to a length of 240 feet. Following your visit, you will drive to the Papyrus Institute to see how ancient paper was made from the reeds along the Nile. There will be a short break for souvenir shopping at the adjacent bazaar (upon request) .

package complimentary tour:

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Khan el khlili bazaar

Port Said Shore Excursions

2010-07-20T03:33:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Cairo (CAI 1)

The great pyramids of Giza & the mysterious Sphinx, the magnificent Egyptian Museum & king TUT treasure gallery .

Price: from 75$ to 100$ per person

Tour details:

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. Free time will be taken for photos and for those wishing, to walk closer to the pyramids. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and all the pyramids below.

Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Following your tour, you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue

Alexandria Shore Excursions

2010-07-19T16:51:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Al Alamin (ALX 3)

Military Museum, village of El Alamein, Alemein War Cemetery of the Commonwealth .

Price: from 65$ to $95 per person

Tour details

Located near the Mediterranean Sea in Northern Egypt, the small village of El Alamein is a gateway to the broad and barren plains of North Africa's deserts. Meaning 'two flags' in Arabic, El Alamein's geography placed it between two colliding forces.

By the summer of 1942, the Allies were in trouble throughout Europe. The Russians had been pushed back on their front, U-boats were having a major effect on Britain in the North Atlantic and Western Europe seemed to be falling under the control of the Germans. This left the Mediterranean as the major supply route and the war in the desert of North Africa was pivotal. If the Afrika Korps got to the Suez Canal, the ability of the Allies to supply themselves would be severely dented. The psychological blow of losing the Suez, the oil in the Middle East and North Africa would have been Catastrophic.

El Alamein was a last stand for the Allies in North Africa. To the north was the Mediterranean Sea and to the south was the Qattara Depression. El Alamein was a bottleneck. In August of 1942, into this bottleneck came Rommel with 110,000 men and 500 tanks from the south and Montgomery leading more than 200,000 Allied (Commonwealth) troops and more than 1000 tanks from the North. The Allied victory marked the beginning of the end for the Axis Powers in North Africa, crushing the mystique surrounding the "Desert Fox." By November of 1942, Rommel had started his retreat.

Departing the pier, you will travel along the Mediterranean coast during your 1 hour and 45 minute drive to El Alamein. Upon arrival you will visit the Alemein War Cemetery. In the Commonwealth section of the cemetery are more than 7,200 graves of soldiers from the African Campaign of World War II, predominately from the Battle of El Alamein. The barren plain of sand that surrounds the cemetery gives it a very surreal feeling.

You will then visit the Military Museum, built in 1965 and remodeled in 1992 during the 50th anniversary of the battle. Germany, Italy and England contributed information and military items during the renovation. The building consists of five halls containing displays of weapons, military garb and battle strategies.

Continue with a short drive west of town to Tel el-Eisa Hill, where the citadel-like Cemeteries of the Italian and German soldiers are located. The German cemetery is a mass single tomb with the remains of 4,200 German soldiers, built in the style of a medieval fortress. The Italian cemetery is a mausoleum containing several galleries of tombs, many simply marked "Ignoto", unknown. After your visit, begin your drive back to Alexandria.

package complimentary tour:

Drive along the Cornish in Alexandria

Alexandria Shore Excursions

2010-07-19T16:49:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Alexandria (ALX 2)

Alexandrian Library, national Museum & Pompey's Pillar, the Roman Amphitheatre .

Price: from 60$ to $90 per person

Tour details

Depart the pier for the drive to Alexandria's National Museum. The museum is housed in the old Al-Saad Bassili Pasha Palace which dates back to 1923. It is the first museum in Egypt that narrates the history of the people of Alexandria through antiquity, as opposed to being a building storing antiquities. Many of the artifacts within the museum's collection have not been exhibited before. Each of the museum's three floors depicts a different period of Egyptian history.

The Pharaonic collection spans each critical period, and includes items from the Old, Middle and New Kingdoms. One of the highlights is a replica of a tomb, similar to those in the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank at Luxor (ancient Thebes), that includes a mummy along with genuine funerary items. Alexandria was a Greco-Roman city of great splendor, and there is no scarcity of objects from this period including artifacts raised during underwater excavations around Alexandria in recent years.

The last floor is devoted to Coptic and Islamic items and includes a variety of objects from Egypt's two most prominent religious traditions. Coptic Christian items include icons of Jesus and the Virgin Mary and the Last Supper. Among the Islamic objects are a collection of gold and silver coins, decorated pottery, doors and mashrabiya windows inset with geometrical ivory ornamentation. There is also a section devoted to the former royal family of Egypt that includes magnificent jewelry, bejeweled gold and silver awards, and other items from their residence.

Next, your drive will continue on for a visit to the new Bibliotheca Alexandrina, built on or near the site of the ancient Library of Alexandria. Built at the beginning of the 3rd century BC, the ancient library was not only a repository of books; it was also a museum, school and the world's foremost center for learning and scholarly research. In the 4th century AD, a fire destroyed both the library and museum. Your tour will include a visit to the new library, and a walking tour of the grounds, which feature a museum, galleries and planetarium. Your guide will explain the architecture, background, development and UNESCO’s part in the creation.

Next, you will visit Pompey's Pillar, an 88-foot red Aswan granite column with a circumference of 29 feet. Perhaps Alexandria’s best-known ancient monument, Pompey's Pillar was constructed in honor of Emperor Diocletian in 293 A.D.

Your tour will conclude with a visit to the Roman Theater. Also referred to as the Roman Amphitheatre, the site dates to the 2nd century A.D. Unearthed during excavations in 1960, this well-preserved Roman Theater features galleries, sections of mosaic flooring and marble seating for up to 800 spectators. After the visit to the theater, you will be returned to the pier

package complimentary tour:

Photo stop at the ancient location of the light house

Alexandria Shore Excursions

2010-07-19T16:45:00.000-07:00

Day tour in Alexandria (ALX 1)

Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Montaza Palace & gardens A photo stops at the Citadel of Quait Bay, Abu El Abbass Mosque, and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier .

Price: from 55$ to $75 per person

Tour details:

A photo stop will also be made at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier which dates back to 1915.

Your tour will include a visit to the new library, and a walking tour of the grounds, which feature a museum, galleries and planetarium. Your guide will explain the architecture, background, development and UNESCO’s part in the creation. Next, you will take a drive along the Mediterranean coast to the Montaza Gardens, 115 acres of gardens that surround the Montaza Palace, built in 1932 by King Fouad and inherited by his son King Farouk, last of the Egyptian kings. You will be returned to the pier.

package complimentary tour:

Drive along the Cornish of Alexandria

Alexandria Shore Excursions

2010-07-19T16:41:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 3)

The great pyramids & the sphinx, the Memphis museum, Sakkara step pyramids and tombs Hanging church, Ben Ezra synagogue, the Egyptian museum & king tut gallery .

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Day 2

package complimentary tour:

Felucca ride on the Nile
Imhotep museum & the gilded coffin
Mastaba of Kagemni

Alexandria Shore Excursions

2010-07-19T16:37:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 2)

the great pyramids & the mysterious Sphinx, the Egyptian museum & king TUT treasures gallery, Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Photo stop at abu El Abbas Mosque, the Citadel of Quait Bay and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and pyramids below.

Day 2 -Alexandria

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue
Four season mall

Alexandria Shore Excursions

2010-07-19T16:33:00.000-07:00

Overnight (CAI 1)

the great pyramids & the sphinx, Sakkara step pyramids & tombs, Egyptian museum & citadel and alabaster mosque .

Price: from 210$ to 250$ per person

Tour details:

Day 1 :

Day 2 :

You will have lunch at a nearby restaurant with the Nile in the background. After lunch, you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue
Imhotep museum & the gilded coffin
Mastaba of Kagemni
Camel ride in front of the pyramids

Alexandria Shore Excursions

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2 Days tour in Cairo & Alexandria (CAI 5)

The great pyramids of Giza & the mysterious Sphinx, the magnificent Egyptian Museum & king TUT treasure gallery , Catacombs of Kom El Shuquafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Montaza Palace & gardens , A photo stops at the Citadel of Quait Bay& Abu El Abbass Mosque and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier .

Price: from 100$ to 170$ per person

Day 1:

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. Free time will be taken for photos and for those wishing, to walk closer to the pyramids. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and all the pyramids below.

Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Then , you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

Day 2:

A photo stop will also be made at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier which dates back to 1915.

package complimentary tour:

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Four season mall
Local market stop

Alexandria Shore Excursions

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Day tour in Cairo (CAI 4)

A perfect tour for guests who have seen the pyramids, this full day program shows you another view of Cairo

Citadel and the alabaster mosque, Mohamed Ben Qalawon mosque, sultan Hassan mosque, hanging church, Ben Ezra synagogue .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

Alexandria Shore Excursions

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Day tour in Cairo (CAI 3)

The great pyramids & the sphinx, the Memphis museum, Sakkara step pyramids and tombs .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

Tour details:

package complimentary tour:

Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Mastaba of Kagemni

Alexandria Shore Excursions

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Day tour in Cairo (CAI 2)

A visit to the Pyramids & A lunch cruise along the Nile .

Price: from 75$ to 110$ per person

Tour details:

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. During your visit, you will have time for photos and the opportunity to enter Chephren’s Pyramid.

Next, travel to the guardian of the mortuary complex, the mysterious Sphinx. Carved out of a solid natural rock around 2650 B.C., the Sphinx has the head of a man, body of a lion and stretches out to a length of 240 feet. Following your visit, you will drive to the Papyrus Institute to see how ancient paper was made from the reeds along the Nile. There will be a short break for souvenir shopping at the adjacent bazaar (upon request) .

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Camel ride in front of the pyramids
Khan el khlili bazaar

Alexandria Shore Excursions

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Day tour in Cairo (CAI 1)

The great pyramids of Giza & the mysterious Sphinx, the magnificent Egyptian Museum & king TUT treasure gallery .

Price: from 75$ to 100$ per person

Tour details:

Depart the pier for the approximate 3-hour drive through the flat desert landscape to Africa’s largest city, Cairo. Upon reaching the outskirts of Cairo, you will proceed to the Giza Plateau to discover the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. It is here that three pharaohs, Cheops, his son Chephren and grandson Mykerinus, built great tombs to protect their mummified bodies in the afterlife. Free time will be taken for photos and for those wishing, to walk closer to the pyramids. You will then drive to the high western plateau for panoramic views and photo opportunities of the valley and all the pyramids below.

Your last stop is the magnificent Egyptian Museum, the most important depository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum is home to over 120,000 items, only a portion of which are in display in its more than 120 rooms. The artifacts date from 2700 B.C. to the 6th-century A.D. It includes thousands of statues, jewels and the treasure of the boy king, Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to the King Tut gallery which includes the golden mask and items from the treasury. It does not include a visit to the Royal Mummy room. Following your tour, you will begin the 3-hour return drive to the port

package complimentary tour:

Old medieval Cairo
Hanging church
St.Giorgio church
Ben Ezra synagogue

FAQ

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What about guards & protection as the cruise tour?

Security Guards / convoys ARE provided by neither Cruise Line nor any other travel agency, Security is provided by the Egyptian Government to ALL tours. This can be in the form of a security officer accompanying the group, or a police car following the van. It depends on the Egyptian Police arrangement. The government always makes sure that passengers feel safe and are well protected whether with the cruise line tours or any other agency.

When will the cruise ship collect our passports?

A few days before arriving in Egypt. It will be written in the (daily newspaper). Your cabin steward should also remind you.

When will the cruise ship returns them?

The afternoon or evening before arriving in Egypt. Your cabin steward will leave them in your cabin.

Can I pay with traveler's checks or a credit card?

Traveler’s checks are not accepted, cash payment is preferred & credit cards are accepted

Is the Nile Dinner Cruise included?

No. It is optional. Some people know they will be too tired to enjoy it so we have chosen not to include it. Check our blog here

Will I need to pay for anything on the excursion?

Other than purchases, you will need to pay for beverages in restaurants, the camel ride if you choose to do one, and PLEASE remember to tip the guide and driver of your bus at the end. They will be happy to accept tips in any currency. There will probably be other opportunities for tips as well – such as in restaurant bathrooms. (You may even find that in Italy.)
Can I ask the tour guides some questions about the Muslim religion?
YES! They are very willing to share their culture with their guests. Don't be shy (just be polite!)

How will we recognize them when we get off the ship?

They will be carrying signs saying your name

How should we dress?

Comfortably and somewhat modestly. Try to keep your knees and shoulders covered. That advice is for both men and women.
In Egypt they are used to people wearing shorts and spaghetti straps and if you really want to you can,

What kind of shoes should we wear?

Comfortable ones. Birkenstocks are fine, but some people preferred closed shoes for walking in the sand and riding camels.

Can we go inside a pyramid?

No, but you should be able to go inside a tomb in Sakkara.

I've heard we can ride a camel. How much does that cost?
It's very memorable, check it in our blog

Do we need vaccinations for Egypt?

None are required by law, but your doctor may recommend some such as a tetanus booster, hepatitis A and B, or maybe yellow fever.

Should we bring any special medicine in case we get a stomach bug?

Some people bring Immodium or Cipro. If you get sick it probably won't be until you're back on the ship.

What can I do to avoid getting "Pharaoh's Revenge"?

Only drink bottled water. No ice cubes allowed unless you ask for them separately and put them in a tightly sealed zip-lock bag and drop it in your drink. Only eat hot foods which mean no salads or fruits. They say peeled fruit is ok but I avoid it when I'm there. After all, it's only a day and a half. The restaurants have been chosen with your safety and well-being in mind, but please still follow the above suggestions.

Will someone help us carry our luggage?

No. Bring a small overnight bag that you can handle easily.

Will we be travelling in the convoy to Cairo?

Yes. It is obligatory by low in Egypt

How long is the trip?

Both Port Said and Alexandria are 2.5 or 3 hours from Cairo.
Both Sukhna & Suez are 1:30 hours from Cairo
Safaga is 3:30 hours from Luxor

What is the traffic like in Cairo?

HORRENDOUS!! Whatever you do, don't go off on your own and try to cross a street

What hotel are we staying at?

We use the Moevenpick pyramids & Le Meridian pyramids
Are the deluxe hotels in Cairo are serving alcohol. Will we be able to get a drink at our hotel?
Yes, in a couple of different locations.

If we don't go on the Nile Dinner Cruise where should we eat?

At the hotel. You have a number of options check our blog

How will we get to the Nile Dinner Cruise?

By bus. Form and to the Nile dinner cruise, the transfers are included

What time do we need to get up in the morning?

We prefer to start early and the will planned according to your cruise ship schedule

Is breakfast included?

Yes. The hotels are doing a beautiful job with their breakfast buffets in Egypt. Don't miss it!

What kind of electrical current and outlets will we find at the hotel?

The same kind you find in Italy and most of Europe (220 volts). American appliances will work on the ship, but not in any of the ports.

How will the ship know that we will be away from the ship for the night?

You should leave your name and our contact information in the cruise ship information desk

What time will be get back to the ship in Alexandria?

You are scheduled to get back nearly two hours before sailing.
Shopping FAQ

Is any other shopping scheduled?

No, we prefer to leave that as an option for all our clients, the stop will b at a Government-approved store where you have a guarantee that you are buying what you are told you are buying. Gold is actually gold; papyrus is actually papyrus, etc. This cannot be guaranteed (expected?) at a market which is much riskier.
Will we be able to order personalized cartouches with our names on them in hieroglyphics once

we're on the tour?

I believe so, but it's best not to count on it. A limited number of people were able to order items on the morning of the first day and receive them on the second day. It is best to order them in advance though through Vicki who will prepare a list for Hazem. (I will be sending you this information very soon.)

What are the cartouches are made of?

You can choose between solid 18 kt gold, very high quality silver, or silver with 18 kt gold hieroglyphics added to them. They are all beautiful and very well made.

Do they come with a chain?

No, but you can purchase a chain to go with your cartouche at the government-approved store. They have a wide selection of gold chains and other jewelry.

How do we pay for the cartouches?

You can pay in cash or with a major credit card, but if you pay with a credit card there is a 3% surcharge.

What else can you find at the store we stop at?

Many of the items that foreigners shop for in Egypt: besides gold, silver and jewelry, you can find alabaster, amber, water pipes, papyrus, kaftans, etc. etc. etc. By the way, Princess won't let you bring water pipes back to your cabin. They store them for you and you can pick them up when you disembark in Rome.

Do you think we're going to have a good time?

I think you're going to have an amazing, wonderful time!!

Cairo Egypt

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Cairo, Egypt,

The Triumphant City, known officially as al-Qahirah is one of the world's largest urban areas and offers many sites to see. It is the administrative capital of Egypt and, close by, is almost every Egypt Pyramid, such as the Great Pyramids of Giza on the very edge of the city. But there are also ancient temples, tombs, Christian churches, magnificent Muslim monuments, and of course, the Egyptian Antiquities Museum all either within or nearby the city.

Cairo, Egypt is an amazing city full of life and movement, and it is that way almost 24 hours every day, with the noisy honking of horns, children playing in the streets and merchants selling their wears and services. And here, the Egyptians are most at home in this powerful, modern and ancient city

Cairo, Egypt provides great culture, including art galleries and music halls, such as the Cairo Opera House; as well it should, being one of the largest cities in the world. It also provides some of the grandest accommodations and restaurants in the world, such as the Four Seasons and the Cairo Marriott.

Cairo offers an incredible selection of shopping, leisure and nightlife activities. Shopping ranges from the famous Khan el-Khalili souk, (or bazaar) largely unchanged since the 14th century, to modern air-conditioned centers displaying the latest fashions. All the bounty of the East can be here. Particularly good buys are spices, perfumes, gold, silver, carpets, brass and copperware, leatherwork, glass, ceramics and mashrabiya. Try some of the famous street markets, like Wekala al-Balaq, for fabrics, including Egyptian cotton, the Tentmakers Bazaar for appliqué-work, Mohammed Ali Street for musical instruments and, although you probably won't want to buy, the Camel Market makes a fascinating trip. This is, and has been for over a thousand years, truly a shopper's paradise.

Barry's Restaurant at the Pyramids

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Barry's Restaurant at the Pyramids

Cairo’s latest and Egypt’s one of kind. Barry's unlike any other restaurant is unique, not only in menu, atmosphere, and décor but also in its wonderful location comprised of two floors, the restaurant is situated on the edge of a stable facing the vast desert area overlooking the pyramids.

Having an early or late dinner at Barry's is unique experience that cannot be missed, besides enjoying the fresh air and serene panoramic view of the Giza and Saqqara pyramids, one can listen and view the sound and light show at the nearest distance.

The décor represents a raw and genuine Egyptian style. From mashrabeyas to antiques, carpets, and doorknobs, the accessories reflect a warm culture oriented atmosphere. You can eat indoors on the first floor, or in the open door on the second floor. The kind of food offered is mainly oriental-from appetizers to mixed grill-and is delicious. Shisha and all sorts of beverages are also available.

Barry's offers a new taste to Egypt’s day and night scene. For coffee, lunch or dinner. Along with its amazing location and excellent hospitality, one can ultimately experience one of the world's wonders in a new, relaxing, and appetite-filled-way.

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Most of us familiar with the pyramids area, and quite a few of us have trundled around to the horse and camel stables for a ride in the desert, to view the 'Wonders of the ancient world! I've ridden early to catch the sunrise and in the evening to watch the magnificent sunset against the backdrop of the pyramids; all this splendour but no real home-comforts, it you know what I mean. Yes, you can pick up a 'can' or if you book, they will barbecue for you but with the piles of poop and flies trying to get in on the act, it just doesn't get those taste buds going – although after the exercise, a nice brunch or dinner would round off a wonderful desert experience.

Until now you would either have to plump for pizza hut (no comment), or head off to one of the 5 star hotels smelling of and horses and everything else!). So when I had the opportunity to check out 'Barry's' right on the edge of the stable and desert area – off I went!

"This is going to be a home-from-home place where foreigners will come and enjoy the peace and quite after the hubbub of Cairo; we can arrange camel or horse-riding, trips around the sphinx and pyramids and then back for lunch or dinner, followed by rest and relaxation over a drink listening to mood music and ending with a folkloric floor show," explains Barry.

"We can provide set menus for tour groups or we have an a la carte menu for the casual dinner or smaller groups. Beer and wine will be served in the very near future but during the next few weeks it will be a BYO arrangement. We have lots of ideas to make our restaurant part of the whole pyramids experience which people can enjoy safely and without being hassled".

Feluccas Egypt's Traditional Sailboats

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Feluccas, Egypt's Traditional Sailboats

Feluccas are the traditional sailboats of Egypt’s Nile. Egyptians and foreigners alike enjoy a relaxing felucca ride, as they are perfect for catching the breeze on a hot summer night, for brisker sails the rest of the year and watching the sunset anytime. They are ideal for an impromptu party after work, a romantic evening, and for soothing the tots on the weekends. It is not unusual for friends to get together and rent a felucca for an hour or two for a small social gathering. Such gatherings, frequently after sunset, may not do much sailing at all, but simply sit in a quiet cove where everyone can enjoy the lights on the banks and the river traffic.

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The felucca has remained, over the centuries, the primary transportation of the Nile. Its ancient form still graces the river as it has done since the time of the Pharaohs. Motorized barges transport bulk material and modern cruise ships transport tourists, but the felucca remains despite modern alternatives. The felucca rarely has any form of engine and relies entirely on the breeze which builds during the day and usually subsides at night, and the Nile River's current. Egypt is blessed with a predominant southerly wind that pushes sailboats upriver, while allowing them to return on its current downstream.

Some of the craft today are used to carry tourists who wish to enjoy an eternally peaceful journey carried along by the gentle breeze and the currents of the river. In fact, a felucca ride is very often included in many standard tours. Some feluccas even carry passengers for longer voyages of several days, but only the most adventurous tourists usually take part in these, as the accommodations are rather primitive.

Few feluccas are now made entirely of wood, but the basic layout has barely changed. They don't have a keel as such, but a heavy center plate which can be raised in the shallows. The sails are seriously low tech affairs made of native cotton and other natural fibers.
Feluccas are usually furnished with cushions around the circumference and a table fixed in the middle; where one can surely enjoy picnic style lunch or dinner while enjoying a different view of the metropolis. Your captain tucks his Galabeya (tradition Egyptian male dress) about his waist and steers with his feet, while busily drawing and letting the sail to and fro as the vessel tacks up and down the Nile.

There are several places in Cairo available for those who enjoy felucca rides. They are usually parked on the side of the Nile in very unique spots. There are places near Sultana Boat in Maadi that allow more varied and longer rides as no bridges obstruct the feluccas’ cruising, but the ones in town near the Helnan Shepheards and the Grand Hayatt are also fine. Felucca rides can also be enjoyed in most other tourists’ towns along the Nile, especially at Luxor and Aswan, where they are easy to find along the main riverfront streets.

dinner in old cairo

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The creation

The creation of the 30-hectare (74-acre) Al-Azhar Park was undertaken by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture. The project was designed as an agent for economic development, and has become a case study for creative solutions to a spectrum of challenges facing historic cities, including ecological rehabilitation.

The project

The project includes the excavation , Located in the heart of old historic Cairo and commanding stunning panoramic views of the world's most intriguing city, Al-Azhar Park offers every visitor a glimpse into the captivating past. Lush green landscaped gardens are an enjoyable sojourn away from city's major tourist attractions. Embracing valuable history, the park is home to the newly discovered Ayyubid wall, constructed by Salah El Din more than 800 years ago.

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The origins

The origins of Al-Azhar Park project date to 1984, when the Aga Khan Award for Architecture organised a conference on the subject of The Expanding Metropolis: Coping with the Urban Growth of Cairo. It was on this occasion of the conference that His Highness the Aga Khan announced his decision to finance the creation of a park for the citizens of the Egyptian capital. The only central location which was of suitable scale and which lent itself to rehabilitation was the derelict Darassa site, a 30-hectare (74 acre), 500-year-old mound of rubble in the inner city, between the eastern edge of the 12th Century Ayyubid city and the 15th Century Mamluk “City of the Dead”.

Ayyubid city wall

Unearthed at the beginning of this major project, the 1.5 kilometer, 800-year-old Ayyubid city wall has proven to be a significant archeological discovery. Since being uncovered and partly restored, it has become a leading feature of the Park. The wall, gates, towers and interior chambers are all testament to the history of the Islamic period. Archeological studies and restoration work continues on the wall.

Nile dinner cruise

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Nile dinner cruise

It is a fabulous way to enjoy a night on the Nile while you are in Cairo. Cruise boat for two hours sailing trip on the Nile with belly dancer, folklore show, western music and dinner on a 5 star cruise. All the time, you'll be delighted with a selection of Egyptian favorites, made with the freshest ingredients, and prepared to make it a memorable dining experience.

Our cruise is www.maximrestaurants.com 5* deluxe Nile cruise
Price per person is 50$ per person.

Inclusions

Private Transfers / dinner on board the Nile cruise

Exclusions

Beverages during dinner
Please note that we have other categories higher and lower
Starts from 35 USD PP to 85 USD PP

Nile Dinner Cruise Schedules

5:45 PM to 7:30 PM
8:15 PM to 10:00 PM
10:30 PM to 12:30 AM

Dinner cruise booking will be according to the available schedule on the arrival day

camel ride

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The creature of the Desert, Camel

You will have the opportunity to take a 25 -minute camel safari from the Pyramids down to the Sphinx. This is a great photo opportunity! & great opportunity to have a mini camel desert safari

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The price is

$15 single
$25 double

Info about the camel:

When many people all over the world think of Egypt, they think of the Pyramids with a graceful caravan of camels passing by them. It’s easy to imagine the caravans of the Traders heading into the desert. With no food or water needed for the beasts of burden, we fancy that the journey was made easier. It is a romantic dream of many people to view such a caravan. The truth is, by far, stranger than the myths that have grown up around the camel, the beast of burden which helped spread wealth around the ancient world. One of the most enduring and misunderstood myths about the camel is its ability to go days without water. Myth tells us that the camel stores water in its hump. The truth is the Hump, or humps in the case of the Bactrian camel, are a fatty deposit that provides Energy when food is scarce.
When a camels energy reserves become low from lack of food, the hump shrinks and becomes soft and will actually flop over to one side. The resilient nature of the animal can be seen in the rapid return of the hump to its normal firm upright self after just a few days of good grazing. The camel stores water in its blood stream, an interesting physiological process. The camel has developed, over the centuries, a unique water saving biology. Capable of losing forty percent of its body's weight before becoming distressed, it is able to go five to seven days before having to drink. The amount it drinks when water is available would cause severe problems in most animals, up to 21 gallons in about 10 minutes. If moisture-laden forage is available, a camel will not need as much water. The water it drinks can be too salty or brackish for other animals. The camel's mouth, stomach, and teeth have all developed to allow it to eat plants that are not palatable to other desert animals. The camel's mouth is tough and rubbery so that thorns and branches won't damage it. The thirty-four sharp teeth allow it to bite off tough bites of almost anything, and when forage is short a camel can subsist on meats, skin and bones. Camels are ruminants, similar to cows, with three stomachs. They don't chew their food. They eat by swallowing their food whole and allowing it to be partially digested by the stomachs before being chewed as a cud later. The history of the camel is just as interesting as the animal itself. Evolving in North America, the camel apparently crossed the land bridge over the Bering Strait during prehistoric times. After a time, camels became domesticated, and now the only wild camels are a small population of 500-700 animals in the Gobi desert. Asia and Africa are home to domesticated camels only. Camels were introduced to Australia and a few feral animals exist in the wilds there. An experiment introducing the camel to the North

Sound & Light at Karank Temples

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Sound & Light at Karank Temples

The Karnak Sound and Light Show highlights the dramatic history of ancient Thebes. The show narrates the achievements of some great Pharaohs, with poetic descriptions of the ancient treasures. As visitors walk through the complex, the pharaohs arise to tell the story of their interesting lives, as haunting music mysteriously flows through this ancient city. Ancient and poetic voices tell the visitors about the birth of Karnak temple and the heroic achievements of the pharaohs and the god Amun. It is an enchanting and supernatural experience to listen to sound effects and gaze at the magnificent ruins illuminated during the well-presented show

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Hot air Balloon

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Early morning pick from your hotel in Luxor to the West Bank. Some refreshments (tea, coffee, cake and sweets) will be served before your start your balloon ride in the skies of Egypt's biggest open-air museum, Luxor. The "Balloon Ride" trip departs every day, however confirmation in advance is still highly recommended. The balloon ride takes 45 minutes, before your land again, to catch your pick-up and return to your hotel.

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