Egypt Travel Packages

Things to do in Egypt

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 16:21:00 -0800

Things to do in Egypt

Tours, Sightseeing and Activities Egypt is an ancient country with a fascinating range of must-see destinations: the pyramids of Giza, the historical city of Alexandria and Luxor which is like an open museum. From Pharaonic emerald mines to Coptic monasteries, Ottoman fortresses, Muslim shrines and the intriguing Eastern Desert, Egypt is a traveller’s delight. Get advice from real travelers

Egypt Sightseeing Tours

Alexandria City

Sightseeing - Tour from Cairo

Spend a day in this fascinating city which has links with Cleopatra as well as Alexander the Great, Inclusions, Exclusions and Other Useful Information
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle English-speaking guideLunch 99 $

Sightseeing in Luxor from Hurghada

Take a tour of the Valley of the Kings where the pharaohs lie and visit the ancient Karnak Temples,,Inclusions, Exclusions and Other Useful Information
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle English-speaking guide
Lunch 149 $

Sightseeing in Luxor from Safaga

Tour the ancient city of Luxor in luxury on a private day trip from Hurghada. Accompanied by your private Egyptologist guide you'll see the famous West Bank,,
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking guide
Lunch 149 $

Mahmya Island Getaway - Tour from Safaga

Snorkel, swim or just relax on the sands at the beautiful Mahmya Island,
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking guide
Motorboat cruise
Mineral water and soft drinks
Lunch
Snorkelling equipment 110 $

Quad Bike Safari from Safaga

Take a thrilling ride across the Egyptian desert on a Quad bike,
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in jeep
English-speaking guide
Quad bike rental
Soft drinks, mineral water and Bedouin tea
Barbeque lunch/dinner
Camel ride 70$

Cairo Highlights: Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Bazaar Tour

See three highlights of Cairo in one day on this great tour,
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking guide
Entrance fees to the archaeological sites
Lunch 80 $

Memphis, Saqqara and the Pyramids of Giza - Tour from Cairo

Visit the ancient city of Memphis, the Saqqara Burial ground and the unforgettable Giza Pyramids
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle English-speaking guide Entrance fees to the archaeological sites 99 $

Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza Tour

Take a trip to the Giza pyramids and explore the history and culture of ancient Egypt
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking guide
Entrance fees to the archaeological sites 70 $

Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temples

See the history of the Karnak Temples being told by lasers and music
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Entance to the show 40 $

Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple - Tour from Aswan

Hotel pick up and drop off and round trip transportation is included
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Boat ride on the Nile
Entrance fees to the archaeological site 40 $

Red Sea Diving Trip - Tour from Hurghada

Enjoy 2 Red Sea dives and discover the colourful underwater world
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking tour escort and English-speaking diving instructor onboard the boat
Boat cruise
Two dives per person with Tanks and other equipment
Lunch with Mineral water and soft drinks 99 $

Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum from Hurghada

Travel to the city of Cairo and see the pyramids of Giza
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle or Airfare to Cairo (depending on option selected)
English-speaking Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees to the mentioned sites
Lunch 155 $

Pharaonic Village Tour, Cairo

Take a trip to the Pharaonic village and view an incredible recreation of ancient Egypt
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking guide
Entrance fee
43 $

Saint Simeon Monastery Tour - from Aswan

Discover secrets of ancient Egypt at the ruins of the Coptic St. Simeon Monastery
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking guide
Boat ride on Nile
Camel ride to the monastery
Entrance fees to the archaeological site

Luxor and Mummification Museum Tour

See ancient Egyptian mummies at the Mummification Museum on this Luxor tour
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned coach
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking guide
Entrance fees to the museums 40 $

The West Bank and the Valley of the Kings - Full Day Tour

Take a tour of the fascinating West Bank area including a visit the famed Valley of the Kings
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned coach
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking guide
Entrance fees to the archaeological sites
Lunch 149 $

Snorkelling at Mahmya Island from Hughada

Swim, snorkel, spot dolphins and relax in the sun on this relaxing Hurghada excursion
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking guide
Motorboat cruise
Mineral water and soft drinks
Lunch
Snorkelling equipment 99 $

Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids of Giza

Watch the ancient Egyptian pyramids dramatically lit by laser lights in this sound and light show
Inclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance fee 30 $

Everything You Need to Know Before Travelling to Egypt

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 16:14:00 -0800

Everything You Need to Know Before Traveling to Egypt

Egypt Travel Tips

If you are planning your first visit to Egypt, this guide is for you. Just remember that while Egypt is, indeed, a sophisticated and very modern country where almost anything you need can be purchased, there are a few important exceptions - items you will probably want to bring with you.To the seasoned traveler the following list may seem almost too basic, but if you are making your first excursion to Egypt, it should

Hats and Other Covering
Shade is always at a premium, what with the hot Egyptian sun. Bring a wide-brimmed hat. For women, this is especially important, as you will be more accepted when touring old churches and mosques if you wear some type of head covering. You will also want to bring scarves or similar apparel, not only to protect from the sun, but for visiting religious sites where such attire is expected. When it's really hot, you can soak a plain cloth hat or scarf in water to help keep your head cool.

Sun Block

Sun burn is a major concern. It can wreck your trip. I have seen this too often to ignore. Many tourists' vacations are virtually ruined after only one day of sightseeing. You can buy sunscreen in Egypt, but to be sure, you probably should bring your own favorite brand and strength.

Sunglasses

More than once, you will find yourself admiring a brilliantly glaring view of sand and desert. You will NEED a good pair of sunglasses with an ultra-high UV rating. Again, while these may be purchased in Egypt, you might be wise to bring your own . . . and a spare pair.

Canteen or Water Holder

Remember, much of Egypt is desert . . . real desert. Water is scarce. Because staying hydrated is critically important for your comfort, you will want be sure and carry a water with with you. Of course, bottled water is easily accessible, but hauling these around can be a bother, even a burden. You will find it is much better to bring along a canteen, or something similar, to allow you to carry your water on your waist or over your shoulder. Alternatively, a fanny pack, backpack, or shoulder-bag will make this equally convenient.
"Squeeze Breeze"
Here's a great tip: Before you leave for Egypt, go to the beach toy section of Target or Wal-Mart and find one of those water bottles that come with an attached battery-operated fan. You will be very glad you did!

Egypt Travel Tips Other Needs

Guidebooks
Yes, it is fun to just roam and explore new areas, but when you travel to an extremely "foreign" environment such as Egypt, you run the risk of missing all the good stuff, like the classic antiquities and other aspects of the experience. So, I advise you strongly to pick up a good guidebook (or two). Two good ones are "The Rough Guide" and "The Lonely Planet." Even with guided tours, you'll find that such a book will give you time for orientation both before and after the actual tours. These too can be found in Egypt, but why not be sure, and save some time, by picking one up before you leave?

Camera

I'm sure I don't have to remind you to bring your camera. But there are a couple of things you should consider. For instance, if you intend to take photos inside tombs, you'll want to bring high-speed film. Most people use ASA 800 film, which they push to 1600. This is because many monuments require that you do not use a flash when taking pictures inside.
Also, do not under-estimate the mammoth size of many Egyptian monuments - they are truly monumental. Tourists are often disappointed with regular lenses. A good wide-angle lens will be an excellent accessory. Of course, a video camera will provide you with wonderful souvenir footage of your trip; however, again, keep in mind that filming inside many museums, monuments, and tombs is prohibited.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
This is probably one of the first things most people will tell you to bring to Egypt. Most tourists will be doing a considerable amount of walking, and shoes should not be just comfortable, but comfortable. Unlike leather shoes for mountain walks and such, it is also preferable that walking shoes to be able to "breathe", and perhaps made of a lightweight nylon or similar fabric. "Tennis shoes" or other sporting types of shoes are good for this. Also, keep in mind that there are a lot of steps in Egypt.

Power Adapters

Egypt uses 220 volt plug-ins, and plugs are two-prong rounded. You'll need one of the two varieties of power adaptors. For electronic gear that has switches to allow you to change the power input type, a simple wall adapter is all you will need. However, for devices that don't feature such switches, you will need not only a wall adapter, but also a power converter.

Medication

Do NOT forget to bring your prescription medicine! It may be generally available in Egyptian drug stores, but it may be called by a different name. So, to avoid confusion and problems, I suggest you bring the drugs you will require with you. Fortunately, there is no problem bringing prescription medication into Egypt. It is also more convenient to bring your favorite non-prescription medications along. Though you can find eqivalent non-prescription medications, such as aspirin or heart burn medication, you might not find your favorite brands.Special note: Don't forget your Imodium. Of course, no one wants to contract "Tut's Trot" or "Mummy's Tummy", but just in case, having some Imodium or other anti-diarrheic with you is a very good idea. Moreover, the most common brand of bottled water, Baraka, contains magnesium, and so may act as a mild laxative. Another water brand to try is Siwa.

Travel Alarm

While most hotels will happily give you a wake-up call, many don't. Particularly if you aren't travelling with a group, a travel alarm will come in very handy. I often use mine to make sure that I can catch a little sleep in airports, and still catch my flight.

Sewing Kits

Some of the larger hotels, as well as some of the better-equipped smaller hotels, might supply a sewing kit in your room, but don't count on it. Most Egyptian tours are relatively long, and it is not unusual to lose a button here or there as you clamber through pyramids and tombs.
Alcoholic Beverages
It is generally unnecessary for you to haul your favorite libations along with you. You will find many very good beers and wines in Egypt, and they are easily affordable. In fact, I consider Egyptian beer to be excellent and wish I could buy it in Denmark. However, harder alcoholic beverages such as whiskies and bourbons can be quite hard to find, and very expensive if you do. You may bring up to two liters of liquor into the country, and you may buy additional liquor at a reasonable price at the tax-free shop prior to leaving the airport. Why would you want to do this? Well, it is not uncommon to pay as much as $13.00 or even more for a single shot of Jack Daniels.

Egypt Travel Tips What to Wear

Egypt is a very conservative country and visitors need to respect this. For instance, absolutely no topless or nude sunbathing is permitted. Just use your head.On the practical side, leave your synthetic clothes at home; they will prove to be too hot in summer and not warm enough in winter. You want to bring materials that breathe. Since the Egyptian summer can be blazing hot, it is advisable to wear cotton. In winter, you'll appreciate having layers that can be removed during the heat of the day and put back on for the cooler evenings.

Follow the example of the locals and wear loose and flowing garments. Not only are these appropriately modest, but they are also very practical in the hot climate.
Have you ever wondered why the Bedouin wear layers of flowing robes? Why do they cover their heads and the back of their necks? Centuries of living in desert climates have taught them that loose garments keep them cooler, and layered garments allow wind to enter and circulate, creating a natural ventilation system. And, importantly, protecting your head and neck from loss of moisture helps prevent heat stroke.
Bring comfortable shoes. You will be doing a lot of walking, and temple floors are far from even. In summer, wear a hat to protect yourself from the glaring Egyptian sun.

Egypt Travel Tips What to Bring

Above all, travel light. Get wheels for your luggage, and leave heavy items at home. Bring a camera. If you don't, you will be sorry. Sunglasses are a must, as the sun is very strong in Egypt. For more, please see above.
Finally, as with any expedition to a new and foreign environment, bring along your good humor and a positive attitude. For many, and even those who have done extensive traveling in the U.S. or Europe, Egypt will be very different. You will find that attitudes are more "laid-back," time is less important, and even that some Egyptians can be a bit annoying (especially when selling their wares or their services at tourism sites).In Egypt, you will hopefully learn to let the smaller problems you might encounter roll off your shoulders, and simply enjoy this, the oldest of all civilizations.

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Egypt Excursions

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 16:05:00 -0800

EGYPT

Egypt is officially known as the Arab Republic of Egypt and is located in north-eastern Africa and southwestern Asia. Cairo, the capital and largest city, is the most modern in the Middle East and Africa.

It is bounded on the north by the Mediterranean Sea, on the east by Israel and the Red Sea, on the south by Sudan, and on the west by Libya. The country has a maximum length from north to south of about 1086 km (about 675 m) and a maximum width, near the southern border, of about 1255 km (about 780 m). It has a total area of about 1,001,450 sq km (about 386,662 sq m). Less than one-tenth of the land area of Egypt is settled or under cultivation, this consists of the valley and delta of the Nile, a number of desert oases, and land along the Suez Canal. More than 90 percent of the country consists of desert areas: In the west, the Libyan Desert, a part of the Sahara Desert which is also known as the Western Desert. The Libyan Desert includes a vast sandy expanse called the Great Sand Sea. Located here are several depressions with elevations below sea level, including the Qattara Depression, which has an area of about 18,000 sq km (about 7000 sq m) and reaches a depth of 133 m (436 ft) below sea level, the lowest point in Africa. Also found here are the oases of Siwa, Kharga, Baharia and Dakhla.

In the east the Arabian Desert, also called the Eastern Desert (which borders the Red Sea and the Gulf of Suez). Much of the Arabian Desert occupies a plateau that rises gradually east from the Nile Valley to elevations of about 600 m (about 2000 ft) in the east and is broken along the Red Sea Coast by jagged peaks as high as about 2100 m (about 7000 ft) above sea level.

In the extreme south, along the border with Sudan, is the Nubian Desert, an extensive region of dunes and sandy plains.

The Sinai Peninsula consists of sandy desert in the north and rugged mountains in the south, with summits looming more than about 2100 m (about 7000 ft) above the Red Sea. Mount Catherine (Jabal Katrìnah - 2637 m/8652 ft), the highest elevation in Egypt, is in the Sinai Peninsula, as is Mount Sinai (Jabal Mosa), where, according to the Old Testament, Moses received the Ten Commandments.

The Nile enters Egypt from the Sudan and flows north for about 1545 km (about 960 m) to the Mediterranean Sea. For its entire length, from the southern border to Cairo, the Nile flows through a narrow valley lined by cliffs. Lake Nasser, the world's largest man-made reservoir and formed by the Aswan high dam, extends south across the Sudan border. The lake is about 480 km (about 300 m) long and is about 16 km (10 m) across at its widest point. About two-thirds of the lake lies in Egypt.

South of a point near the town of Idfu, the Nile Valley is rarely more than 3 km (2 m) wide. From Idfu to Cairo, the valley is about 23 km (about 14 m) in width, with most of the arable portion on the western side. In the vicinity of Cairo the valley merges with the delta, a fan-shaped plain, the perimeter of which occupies about 250 km (about 155 m) of the Mediterranean coastline. Silt deposited by the Rosetta (Rashid), Damietta (Dumyat), and other distributaries has made the delta the most fertile region in the country. However, the Aswan High Dam has reduced the flow of the Nile, causing the salty waters of the Mediterranean to erode land along the coast near the Nile.

A series of four shallow, brackish lakes extends along the seaward extremity of the delta. Another larger lake, Birkat Qarun, is situated inland in the desert north of the town of Al Fayoum

Geographically and traditionally, the Nile Valley is divided into two regions, Lower Egypt and Upper Egypt, the former consisting of the delta area and the latter comprising the valley south of Cairo.

Although Egypt has about 2450 km (about 1520 m) of coastline, two-thirds of which are on the Red Sea, indentations suitable as harbours are confined to the delta. The Isthmus of Suez, which connects the Sinai Peninsula with the African mainland, is traversed from the Mediterranean to the Gulf of Suez by the Suez Canal.

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Have you ever dream of spending your vacation in Egypt ?

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Fri, 3 Dec 2010 12:02:00 -0800

Egypt in terms of history was one of Africa's richest countries, as one unravels its past in times before Bible.
The cultural and biblical history is as intriguing and diverse as the undiscovered cities and tombs lying beneath the desert sands of Lower as well as Upper Egypt. The country is considered as top most destinations for tourists situated in North of Africa, and famous all over the world. One cannot find any country closer to Egypt that can boast of a large number of historical attractions, magnificent monuments and other activities as much as this country has to offer. Most of the attractions of Egypt are more or less lined up alongside the river Nile. One can easily visit many places by taking a cruise up the river Nile besides traveling by air or by road. For special packages on trip to Egypt, visit www.egypttravelpackages.net .

The Nile River is known to be the longest river in the world that stretches to the north at just about 4000 miles to the Mediterranean, commencing from East Africa.
Nile River Cruise
A Nile Cruise is a truly unique holiday experience. Great monuments and ancient cities line the banks of the Nile, a cruise on the calm waters gives the traveler the advantage of insight into not only ancient times but also the modern. Day-to-day life flourishes, with farmers tending their crops, irrigating their fields in the traditional ways of their ancestors as the Nile cruise boats sail by.
Lake Nasser Cruise
Lake Nasser is the world's largest artificial lake. Surrounded by remote desert which covers the land of Nubia, Lake Nasser is the site of many tombs, temples and churches. A cruise on Lake Nasser gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy serene desert vistas and to explore the ancient Nubian temples and monuments.
May and September are the finest months for visiting this magnificent desert land and a trip to Egypt could be very informative. You can learn about its rich and ancient civilization. In order to spend a dream vacation and explore more about Egypt one can opt for the river Nile cruise and Nile cruises holidays that are definitely one of the best ways of exploring the treasures of ancient Egypt. Egypt Nile cruises with its broad entertainment, sun deck, bar and swimming pool is the finest option that one can avail to spend your leisure time along the River Nile. Up on the deck, the gentle night breeze provides relief from the scorching sun of Egypt. With Egypt cruise one can get access to this dream land and explore more of Egypt and other ancient places of which this lovely country is famous for.

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Citadel and Down Town cairo tour

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Fri, 3 Dec 2010 11:56:00 -0800

Citadel and Down Town cairo

Information

Duration: 1
Group size : +2
Destination : Cairo
Season: All seasons
Airfare Included: No
Customizable: Yes

Have breakfast at the hotel then you will transfer –in the privet car- with your privet tour guide to visit the Egyptian museum housing 165.000 Egyptian artifacts .

The museum contains the priceless treasures of Tutankhamen ( with his sex gold glided coffins and his magnificent death mask ). You can also see the mummies of many great Egyptian rulers, including Ramses II, the builder of the temple at Abu Simbel .Throughout the rest of the museum you will find countless Egyptian artifacts dating back thousand of years .

Your guide will introduce you to the most important pieces before allowing you free time to explore at leisure.Then you will transfer to visit the citadel of Salah el-din ,and the mosque of Mohammed Ali This was built from alabaster; so it is called Alabaster Mosque. It has one central dome, others 4 surrounding it, a fountain, gardens and all this makes it an extremely visited sightseeing spot.Then you will have a transfer to visit the Coptic Area, this district is older than the city itself, Coptic Churches, Coptic museum, church of St Serge This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each site

Pharaonic Village Tour

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Fri, 3 Dec 2010 11:53:00 -0800

Pharaonic Village Tour

Information

Duration: 1
Group size : +2
Destination : Cairo
Season: All seasons
Airfare Included: No
Customizable: Yes

In the morning, you will be picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel in Cairo. Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, you will be taken to the Pharaonic Village situated a few kilometres from the centre of Cairo.

The pharaonic era is brought alive by a group of actors, and faithful reproductions of buildings and clothing. You can sail on comfortable motorized barges down a network of canals and view incredibly accurate recreation of life in ancient Egypt. Though the city of Cairo surrounds the island, not a trace of it penetrates the thick wall of trees planted around the island. Over a hundred actors and actresses perform all the daily activities such as agriculture, pottery, sculpture and weaving among others. Everyone that would have existed in an ancient Egyptian city is present in the modern recreation, from pharaoh to fishermen, potters and priests.

After enjoying a flavour of ancient Egypt, you will be dropped back to your hotel in Cairo

The land of Pharoes Tour

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Fri, 3 Dec 2010 11:51:00 -0800

The land of Pharoes Tour

Information

Duration: 3
Group size : +2
Destination : Cairo Alexandria Luxor
Category: 3*
Season: All seasons
Airfare Included: No
Customizable: Yes

Day 1: Cairo

Arrival to Cairo airport. Our representative will Welcome and assist you through passport control Formalities, luggage identification and portage. Transfer by a private A/ C car to your hotel and Overnight in your hotel in Cairo.

Day 2: Cairo

Breakfast at hotel. And check out hotel, keep the luggage at hotel safety box. 09:30 Pre-departure information. 10:00 Tour starts to Visit the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Next is a close-up look at Sphinx - a huge funeral complex guarded by the legendary lion body with the face of king Chephren. Then onwards to Sakkara to see the first pyramid ever built - the step pyramid of Zosser. Over night at hotel..

Day 3: Alexandria

Breakfast then drive to Alexandria to visit the Library, catacomb, Pompey pillar and citadel having sea food lunch then drive back to Cairo. Over night at hotel. 21:00 - Transfer to the Cairo station to catch the Sitting train to Aswan. (Optional Upgrade to sleeper train)

Day 4: Luxor

Arrive Luxor, transfer to the hotel, then tour to the West bank of Luxor visiting Valley of Kings, Valley of Queens, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon. Free time in the city Optional sound and light show at Karnak temple) Over night at hotel.:

Day 5: Luxor

(Optional hot air balloon over west bank of Luxor). Breakfast and check out hotel.(Optional felucca trip for two hours). Later that afternoon you will have another tour to The East bank of Luxor visiting Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple. Later, in the evening you will catch. The overnight sitting train back to Cairo.

Day 6: Cairo

. Arrive to Cairo, transfer to the hotel check-in at the hotel. Our city Tour starts with the Egyptian Museum where most of the fabulous treasure of the pharaohs are kept, then drive to the Citadel, which was the home for most of those who ruled Egypt for nearly 700 years. Later, we can explore many attractions of the Old Coptic, such as the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue (The Jewish Temple). Over night at hotel.

Day 7: Departure

Farewell to Egypt as our tour ends today after breakfast. Transfer to Cairo International Airport

Egyptian Journey Tour

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 16:35:00 -0800

Egyptian Journey Tour

Information

Duration: 6
Group size : +2
Destination : Cairo , Luxor
Category: 3*
Season: All seasons
Airfare Included: No
Customizable: Yes

Day 1: Cairo

Arrived at the airport of Cairo where our representative will accommodate you and assist in the various steps to follow. You will be then accompanied in the private car to your hotel. Night in hotel .

Day 2: Cairo

Breakfast in hotel. Visit plate of Gizeh with the three large Pyramids: Khéops, Khéphren and Mykérinos; and the Sphinx, Lion with human head which incarnates the king or the god under an aspect avenger. Then visit of the necropolis of Sakkarah with the famous pyramid with degrees of king Djoser, the royal pyramids, the funerary texts, the mastabas.... And to finish the day, visits of Memphis, a colossus of Ramsès II out of alabaster of beautiful dimensions. The evening, transfer in the private car to the station of Cairo to take the sleeper train to Luxor. Dinner and night in the train.

Day 3: Luxor

Breakfast in the train. Arrived at the station of train of Luxor, reception and discover Valley of the Kings, where the majority of the Pharaons of XVIII to the XX dynasty were made bury and the Valley of the Queens, is the necropolis of the royal wives, of the girls, sometimes of wire of the kings of XIX and XX dynasties. Then continuation towards the two imposing Colossi of Memnon, last vestiges of the gigantic funerary temple of Amenhotep III which does not exist nowadays any more. And finally the visit of Deir el-Bahari the Temple of Hatchepsout, the funerary temple of Hatchepsout, dedicated to the Amon god, but also to the gods Anubis and Hathor. This temple thébain is single and is distinguished from the other temples because it is partly dug in the rock of the mountain thébaine has which it leans, and rises on three terraces connected by approach ramps. Free afternoon. Night in the hotel.

Day 4: Luxor

Breakfast in hotel. Visit Temple of Karnak, dedicated to the main thing of the worship to the glory of the Amon god, but like many other Egyptian temples, other gods and goddesses were venerated there. It is the known religious site oldest in the world. And the Temple of Luxor, It was devoted to the dynastic god Amon under his two aspects of celestial Amon-Rê and ithyphallic divinity. The currently visible oldest parts go up in Amenhotep III and Ramsès II. Release of the room before 12h00. free Afternoon. The evening, transfer in the private car to the station of Luxor to take the sleeper train to Cairo. Dinner and night in the train.

Day 5: Cairo

Breakfast in the train. The morning, arrival in Cairo, reception and Visit of the Citadel of Saladin, with in its enclosure the mosque of Mohamed Ali also the district Copte, this district is older than the city itself: it should be seen to have an idea of the atmosphere in which the first Christians in Egypt lived. Coptic Churches,coptic museum, church of Serge Saint. Stop by the visit of the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, founded in 1857 by the French Egyptologist Auguste Mariette, who shelters more than 250.000 parts of which the fabulous treasure of Toutankhamon. Night in hotel.

Day 6: Cairo

Breakfast in hotel and transfer in the private car to the international airport of Cairo for your departure

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Student & Budget Tours

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Student & Budget Tours

We offers you a wide range of Egypt Holidays, vacation packages and classical tours for you to choose the most convenient that appeals to your taste.

if you do not find your request here please contact us or fill our Special Request form and we will be glad to provide you with the best tours, holidays and vacations in Egypt at the most reasonable prices.

Egypt Student & Budget Tours

Best of Egypt Tour

explore Egypt from Cairo to Luxor by land

$499 more details

Egyptian Journey Tour

Live the Egyptian history and civilization in 6 days 5 nights

$526 more details

Aswan Holiday Tour

get to know Aswan in 3 days cruise ,Enjoy the amazing Nile view with sent of history

$299 more details

Cairo Stopover Tour

Enjoy the real Egyptian atmosphere in the famous Cairo only 4 days

$199 more details

Egypt Cruises Packages

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:48:00 -0800

Egypt Cruises Packages

Nile River Cruise

A Nile Cruise is a truly unique holiday experience. Great monuments and ancient cities line the banks of the Nile, a cruise on the calm waters gives the traveller the advantage of insight into not only ancient times but also the modern. Day-to-day life flourishes, with farmers tending their crops, irrigating their fields in the traditional ways of their ancestors as the Nile cruise boats sail by.

Lake Nasser Cruise

Lake Nasser is the world’s largest artificial lake. Surrounded by remote desert which covers the land of Nubia, Lake Nasser is the site of many tombs, temples and churches. A cruise on Lake Nasser gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy serene desert vistas and to explore the ancient Nubian temples and monuments.

Nile River Cruise

Lake Nasser Cruises

Travel to Cairo

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:45:00 -0800

Travel to Cairo

The great Cairo is one of the biggest cities in Africa and in the entire Arab world,It is also the capital of Egypt, Cairo is one of the most crowd city in the world, it has a nickname which is "the city of a thousand minarets" and that is belongs to the Islamic history inside it, Over the time Cairo was the most important witness for the history by his all faces.

TO DO

Coffee & Sheesha (Have a coffee, mint tea or Sheesha at El Fishawy's coffee shop in Khan El-Khalili.)
Felucca (Ride a felucca along the Nile River. )
Parks
Shopping (Citystars is Egypts premier shopping mall and is quite comparable to a foreign mall.)
Horseback Riding (Go horseback riding in the desert from one of the Nazlet El-Samaan stables )

Inside the huge Cairo we find political regions, religious areas, literature and the culture everywhere, in the all Cairo's walls the history is digs by the Egyptian hands,Also Cairo was associated with the ancient Egypt cause the proximity with the pyramids and the sphinx in the neighbor city which is the Giza.Also Cairo includes a famous and great places like:

1-The Egyptian Museum

The location of the Egyptian museum is inside the downtown, it was building in the center of Cairo, It is involve a fantastic and extensive collection of an ancient Egyptian artifacts for more than 3000 years dating back to the old kingdom for the roman period, If we look to the Egyptian museum's exhibit….then we will know if we give only one minute to each exhibit inside the museum we will take a months to see everything inside it.

2- Giza Pyramids

The great pyramids of Giza are the only survivors of the of the seven wonders of the ancient world, The three pyramids were building to the three kings Khufu, Kafhre and Mankura which are the pyramids called by them names, to be later such a great tombs for those kings All the three pyramids are built during the third and fourth dynasty, but unfortunately the three pyramids for the three kings were not finished by the end of each respective king's reign, like many of the great kings of ancient kingdom at Egypt.

3- Sphinx

The legendary Sphinx which is known in Arabic as "Abu al houl" which meaning "the father of terror" The Sphinx is carved out the hillside, this massive statue is still big mystery for a statue as a body of lion and head for man and that is refers to the huge strength and power in the body also has a smart mind I the head, The Sphinx now is in a poor case, the old story says it's nose is fell off while used it as a target by the Napoleonic soldiers and Memeluke, While it's beard is in the British Museum in London.

4- Khan al Khalili

The Khan is a confusion maze of alleys, shops, cafes and bazaars mostly organized by trade, Khan al Khalili is a bustling commercials soul of the old city of Cairo since the middle ages. Inside the Khan you can feel and smell the soul of ancient Egypt, you will find out a local shops sells stuff belongs to ancient Egypt and there, are a good places for lunch or drink something like Nagib Mahfouz restaurant-cafe and al Sokaria restaurant-café also there are bazaars and shops for Egyptian perfumes and spices and inside the Khan there are a famous silver and gold shops. Around the Khan is a big religious area definitely Islamic area like the mosque of al Housayn and sharia Almuizz li Din Allah. The Khan is a big commercial area collects different nationalities.

5- Cairo Tower

The massive Cairo Tower is built on Zamalek island along the Nile river,it is a built from 1956 to 1961, by 187 meters it is a 43 meters taller than a huge pyramid of Giza, The upper floors is has a nice revolving restaurants which are popular for the all people specially for the couples, also on the top of the Tower you can watch all the downtown and the Nile river in it's magical scene with the lights at the night, The Tower is crowned by an observation deck and it is the tallest build in the area of Zamalek Island.

6- Citadel of (salah Eden)

Salah ad-Din Citadel is one of the most popular and amazing places in Cairo, it is count as one of the most world's greatest monuments to the medieval warfare, the Citadel reveal a character of the medieval. Also the Citadel is the largest fortification in the Middle East and still dominating skyline of Cairo, The Citadel was built in 1176 by Salah ad-Din as part of his plan against the Crusaders; it was the royal residence for more than 700 years. The Citadel involve the history inside it, even each wall in the Citadel tell a different historical event like the history in it's towers, museums and the mosque of Muhammed Ali.

Expert Diving Tour

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:42:00 -0800

Expert Diving Tour

Information

Duration: 7
Group size : +2
Destination : Red Sea
Category: 3*
Season: All seasons
Airfare Included: No
Customizable: Yes

Day 1: Cairo / Dahab

Morning pick-up from air port and transfer to the station to catch your bus to Dahab. Arrive Dahab, meet and transfer to our hotel for check-in. Free day to explore this fabulous resort. Overnight in Dahab.

Day 2: Dahab - Blue Hole

Visit the Blue Hole - a great chance to swim or snorkel. Enjoy a barbecue lunch at Mount Sinai before returning to Dahab. Overnight in Dahab.

Day 3: Dahab - Lagoon Beach - Moses Mountain

Transfer to Lagoon Beach for swimming or snorkeling. Late night, we drive to Moses Mountain and begin our climb to the summit. Take in the awe-inspiring view of the South Sinai Mountains as we reach the summit at sunrise.

Day 4: St. Catherine Dahab

After sunrise, we descend the mountain and visit St. Catherine's Monastery before returning to the hotel. Afternoon free. Overnight in Dahab.

Day 5: Dahab - Ras Abu-Galoum

After an early morning drive north, we embark on a 2-hour camel trek to Ras Abu-Galoum. Here you will marvel at the coral reefs while swimming or snorkeling. Overnight at Dahab

Day 6: Depart Dahab / Cairo

You have a free morning to relax. In the afternoon, we catch the bus back to Cairo. Arrive at Cairo bus station. Meet and transfer to the hotel for check-in and overnight

Day 7: Cairo

Farewell to Egypt today. Our tour ends after breakfast. Transfer to Cairo International Airport

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Golf Tour in Cairo

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:37:00 -0800

Golf Tour in Cairo

Information

Duration: 5
Group size : +2
Destination : Cairo, Luxor,Giza
Category: 5*
Season: All seasons
Airfare Included: No
Customizable: Yes

Day 1: Arrive Cairo

Our Tours representative will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport and handle all your arrival procedures through passport control, luggage area and customs formalities. After that you will be transferred by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to your 5 star superior Hotel in Cairo, Le Mereiden Pyramids Resort Cairo, pyramids view room. Overnight in Cairo. Breakfast

Day 2: Pyramids Tour / Egyptian Museum

After breakfast, enjoy an excursion to the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus & see the Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Then pay a visit to the Egyptian Museum where you can see the collection of Tutankhamen among other splendid pharaonic artifacts. Back to hotel and overnight in Cairo. Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3: Playing Golf Game

After breakfast, transfer to Mena House Golf Course to enjoy (18 hole golf course). After that back to the hotel & overnight. Breakfast

Day 4: Playing Golf Game

After breakfast, transfer to Mena House Golf Course to enjoy (18 hole golf course). After that back to the hotel & overnight. Breakfast

Day 5: Final Departure

Breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for departure. Breakfast

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Egyptian Journey Tour

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Sat, 6 Nov 2010 12:28:00 -0700

Egyptian Journey Tour

Information

Duration: 6
Group size : +2
Destination : Cairo , Luxor
Category: 3*
Season: All seasons
Airfare Included: No
Customizable: Yes

Day 1: Cairo

Arrived at the airport of Cairo where our representative will accomodate you and assist in the various steps to follow. You will be then accompanied in the private car to your hotel. Night in hotel .

Day 2: Cairo

Day 3: Luxor

Day 4: Luxor

Day 5: Cairo

Day 6: Cairo

Breakfast in hotel and transfer in the private car to the international airport of Cairo for your departure

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Golf Tour in Cairo

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Sat, 6 Nov 2010 11:55:00 -0700

Golf Tour in Cairo

Information

Duration: 5
Group size : +2
Destination : Cairo, Luxor,Giza
Category: 5*
Season: All seasons
Airfare Included: No
Customizable: Yes

Day 1: Arrive Cairo

Day 2: Pyramids Tour / Egyptian Museum

Day 3: Playing Golf Game

After breakfast, transfer to Mena House Golf Course to enjoy (18 hole golf course). After that back to the hotel & overnight. Breakfast

Day 4: Playing Golf Game

After breakfast, transfer to Mena House Golf Course to enjoy (18 hole golf course). After that back to the hotel & overnight. Breakfast

Day 5: Final Departure

Breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for departure. Breakfast

Cairo Holiday Tour

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Sat, 6 Nov 2010 11:47:00 -0700

Cairo Holiday Tour

Information

Duration: 4
Group size : +2
Destination : Cairo, Egypt
Category: 3*
Season: All seasons
Airfare Included: No
Customizable: Yes

Day 1: Cairo

Arrived at the airport of Cairo where our representative will accomodate you and assist in the various steps to follow. You will be then accompanied in the private car to your hotel. Night in hotel.( No Meals )

Day 2: Cairo

Breakfast at the hotel then you will transfer –in the private car – with your private tour guide to visit the last remaining wonder of the ancient world the great pyramids of Geza (as the Egypt's pharaohs expected to become gods in the afterlife so they erected massive pyramid tombs for themselves –filled with all the things each ruler would need) The pyramid of the king KHUFU :is the largest in Geza . The pyramid of Khufu's son KHAFRE : build the second pyramid at Geza , His necropolis also Included the SPHINX a mysterious limestone monument with the body of a lion and a pharaoh's head .the Sphinx may stand sentinel for the pharaoh's entire tomb. The third is Menkaure is considerably smaller than the other two .You will visit Memphis which was the capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, The step pyramid of (Sakkara) the world's oldest major stone structure developed as the royal burial necropolis for the Old Kingdom's capital "Memphis". Ride the private car to your hotel in Cairo . night at the hotel.

Day 3: Cairo

Have breakfast at the hotel then you will transfer –in the private car- with your private tour guide to visit the Egyptian museum housing 165.000 Egyptian artifacts .The museum contains the priceless treasures of Tutankhamen ( with his sex gold glided coffins and his magnificent death mask ). You can also see the mummies of many great Egyptian rulers, including Ramses II, the builder of the temple at Abu Simbel .Throughout the rest of the museum you will find countless Egyptian artifacts dating back thousand of years .Your guide will introduce you to the most important pieces before allowing you free time to explore at leisure.Then you will transfer to visit the citadel of Salah el-din ,and the mosque of Mohammed Ali This was built from alabaster; so it is called Alabaster Mosque. It has one central dome, others 4 surrounding it, a fountain, gardens and all this makes it an extremely visited sightseeing spot Then you will have a transfer to visit the Coptic Area, this district is older than the city itself, Coptic Churches, Coptic museum, church of St Serge This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each site.. Stay the night at the Hotel in Cairo. night in hotel.

Day 4: Cairo

Breakfast in hotel . transfer by private car to Cairo airport to take your departure flight

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Best Cruises in Egypt

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 07:18:00 -0700

Nile River Cruise

Lake Nasser Cruise

Lake Nasser is the world's largest artificial lake. Surrounded by remote desert which covers the land of Nubia, Lake Nasser is the site of many tombs, temples and churches. A cruise on Lake Nasser gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy serene desert vistas and to explore the ancient Nubian temples and monuments.

Felucca Cruises Packages

Nile felucca , typical Egyptian sailing boat, enjoy sleeping under the stars, with the feeling of the waves of the river Nile while sailing by felucca passing by the temples, small island while Egyptian farmers performing their jobs, The felucca depends on wind-power with no motor. It carries between one to 10 passengers comfortably. It contains shady to protect you from the rays of the sun. The serene life on board allows you to be refreshed from life stress & routine.
A felucca is a sea-craft, made to a traditional design, with broad canvas sails. Essentially, the craft is reliant on wind-power with no motor, and are dependent upon the wind factor to propel forth, so itineraries are subject to change from time to time. The craft carries between 5-10 passengers comfortably and the deck is strewn with soft colorful cushions and rugs and equipped with a canopy that offers shade and protection from the elements. Your felucca will cruise from picturesque Aswan through to Kom Ombo, taking in some stops at points of interest en-route with various stops, planned or impromptu, the peaceful routine of life aboard allows us to escape the stress of everyday life! We dock at shoreline for dinner and later sleep under the stars

Travel to Aswan

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 05:37:00 -0700

Travel to Aswan

Aswan is a city in the south of Egypt, some 680km (425 miles) south of Cairo, just below the Aswan Dam and Lake Nasser, with a population of 275,000. Aswan is far more relaxed and smaller than Cairo and Luxor.

Aswan, Egypt's sunniest southern city and ancient frontier town located about 81 miles south of Luxor, has a distinctively African atmosphere. Its ancient Egyptian name was Syene. Small enough to walk around and graced with the most beautiful setting on the Nile, the pace of life is slow and relaxing. Days can be spent strolling up and down the broad Corniche watching the sailboats etch the sky with their tall masts or sitting in floating restaurants listening to Nubian music and eating freshly caught fish.

In Aswan the Nile is at its most beautiful, flowing through amber desert and granite rocks, round emerald islands covered in palm groves and tropical plants. Explore the souk, full of the scent and color of spices, perfumes, scarves and baskets. View the spectacular sunsets while having tea on the terrace of the Old Cataract Hotel (Named due to the location of the Nile's first cataract located here). Aswan has been a favorite winter resort since the beginning of the nineteenth century, and it's still a perfect place to get away from it all.

To DO

Rent a Bike. Bikes available at many hotels. Cross the modern bridge to the east bank and bring back your bicycle afterwards by ferry boat
Local Felucca Cruise. Aswan is a great place for a local cruise to the nearby islands. Two hours of felucca trip will cost you between 25-50 EP depends on your negotiation skills. See felucca cruise on the Nile.
Trips to Abu Simbel. See Abu Simbel. This is a must!
Camel Rides. Grab a felucca captain and they will shuttle you across to the camel marshalling area. Ride the camel to the Monastery of St Simeon

The recent attraction in Aswan

1- The High Dam

The construction of the Aswan High Dam began more than fifty years ago During the role of the president Gamal abd el naser and that dam was raising twice The structure is 2,325 m long, 111 m high over the original river bed

2- The Lake Nasser

Formed in the 1960's by the construction of the Aswan High Dam in order to control the annual floods of the River Nile, Lake Nasser is the world's largest artificial lake. Surrounded by remote desert which covers the land of Nubia, Lake Nasser is the site of many tombs, temples and churches.

Before the high dam was constructed monuments were moved from their original sites and grouped together at four locations Kalabsha, Wadi-as-Subua, Amada and of course the famous temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel. A cruise on Lake Nasser gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy serene desert vistas and to explore the ancient Nubian temples and monuments.

The ancient attraction in Aswan

1- Temple of Philae

It was called in Hieroglyphic "Apo" which means Ivory it was also the center of trade by the creek Te Egyptian built this amazing temple for Goddess Isis But this temple has been submerged when they built the first high dam but they built a new one and it was close as possible to the philae island

2- The unfinished obelisk

It is unknown which pharaoh built it also known that it is the largest ancient obelisk But a crack in the stone occurred which caused it to be abandoned Now this site has been renovated

CAIRO, EGYPT- The Pyramids, Sphinx and Saqqara

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 17:38:00 -0700

CAIRO, EGYPT- The Pyramids, Sphinx and Saqqara

You won't want to miss one of Egypt's top attractions, the last surviving member of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramid of Giza. There are in fact three main pyramids in Giza; the Great Pyramid of Khufu (or Cheops), The Pyramid of Kafhre and the smaller Pyramid of Menkaura. Each Pyramid is a tomb to a different King of Egypt. In front of the pyramids lies the Sphinx, or Abu al-Hol in Arabic, "Father of Terror". Carved out of a single block of stone, this enormous cat-like sculpture has mesmerized millions of visitors.

Giza's three pyramids and the Sphinx were thought to have been constructed in the fourth dynasty of Egypt's Old Kingdom, arguably the first great civilization on earth. For most of us that translates in to about 5000 years ago. Even though there is still debate about how the pyramids at Giza were built, most are in agreement it wasn't by aliens . It is believed about 20,000 laborers were used and approximately 2 million blocks of stone, each weighing 2.5 tons, just to build the Pyramid of Khufu. For an in depth account of how they were built and a virtual tour inside the Great Pyramid (Khufu) explore the Pyramids with Nova and PBS.

Getting Around and Going Inside the Pyramids

Getting around the pyramids is easy enough, you can walk, take a horse and buggy or take a camel ride. A couple tips on the camel ride:

•Bargain hard before you get on the camel.

•Don't take a photo of the camel unless you are prepared to pay.

•If you are feeling harassed then grab your nearest Antiquity Policeman to help you out.

•Enjoy the ride, it is a once in a lifetime experience and worth a few bucks.

Climbing Up

I have some shaky Super 8 footage of myself as a six-year-old clambering up Khufu but that practice has been strictly forbidden since the 1980's. Some intrepid folks attempt to climb up the sides of the Pyramids late at night, but really, it isn't worth ruining a Wonder of the World just for the thrill of it.

Going In

You can go inside the pyramids, but beware if you suffer from claustrophobia. The climbs are very steep and narrow so your knees have to be in good shape. Here is a decent account of one person's experience inside Khufu (Cheops). You have to get a separate ticket to enter the pyramids and they are limited to 300 per day so get there early.

Sound and Light Show

A sound and light show centered around the Sphinx is a nightly occurrence. Although it may sound too touristy for some, everyone ends up learning some interesting facts about the Pyramids and shows are in several different languages.

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Travel to Cairo

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 06:17:00 -0700

Travel to Cairo

TO DO

Coffee & Sheesha (Have a coffee, mint tea or Sheesha at El Fishawy's coffee shop in Khan El-Khalili.)
Felucca (Ride a felucca along the Nile River. )
Parks
Shopping (Citystars is Egypts premier shopping mall and is quite comparable to a foreign mall.)
Horseback Riding (Go horseback riding in the desert from one of the Nazlet El-Samaan stables )

1-The Egyptian Museum

2- Giza Pyramids

3- Sphinx

4- Khan al Khalili

5- Cairo Tower

6- Citadel of (salah Eden)

Salah ad-Din Citadel is one of the most popular and amazing places in Cairo, it is count as one of the most world's greatest monuments to the medieval warfare, the Citadel reveal a character of the medieval. Also the Citadel is the largest fortification in the Middle East and still dominating skyline of Cairo, The Citadel was built in 1176 by Salah ad-Din as part of his plan against the Crusaders; it was the royal residence for more than 700 years. The Citadel involve the history inside it, even each wall in the Citadel tell a different historicalal event like the history in it's towers, museums and the mosque of Muhammed Ali.

Travel to Egypt

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 06:14:00 -0700

Travel to Egypt

Egypt is a country of contrasts, old and new blending together, tall minarets & modern buildings are standing together with huge temples & great pyramids & this can be seen everywhere on a daily basis. Truly a country rich in History and Culture, the prices are reasonable, although they do tend to fluctuate with the seasons and supply and demand. The people are friendly and hospitable, and crime is rare. Once you are in Egypt, you will never feel as a stranger.
To help you better understand what to expect and to ensure you get the most out of your trip, we are providing some traveler's information that we hope will assist you in your journey.

Religion : The official religion is Islam and the spirit of tolerance and amity prevails among the Egyptian people, Muslims and Christians

Language: Arabic is the official language in Egypt; however, English and French are widely spoken in all major tourists cities.

Currency: The Egyptian Pound is divided in 100 Piasters .Our currency is available in notes and coins. Currency notes are divided to 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 pounds notes. Coins are available in 5, 10, 20, and 25 Piasters. One US $ = 5.75 Egyptian Pounds (2006 estimate). There is no mandatory exchange at arrival, and you will have no problem in exchanging currencies as there are plenty of banks and currency brokers at all major cities and hotels.

Business hours : Government office are open daily 8.30 a.m. till 2.30 p.m. except on Fridays and public holidays. Private ones: are open daily from 9:a.m till 5 p.m. except on Fridays and public holidays.
Visa: One to 3 Month Visas can be purchased on arrival at the Airport from most countries. Approx. $15 US for a one month Visa.You will need to have your money ready to go to the Bank on arrival. They will sell you two stamps to place in your passport on a blank page before going through customs. We can arrange for a meet and greet service to assist with your Visa processing before going through customs

Electricity: Electric current in Egypt is 220 Volts, also the outlets require a two-pronged rounded plug, not flat. So please if you have 110 Volt appliances, do not forget your adapter.

Customs: Video Cameras are the only machines you have to register upon entry; however, you should ask the customs officer for any changes

Media & Press: We have numerous Radio stations, some of which are multilingual for tourists and foreigners living in Egypt. Also we have many local TV channels in Arabic and one in English and French. We have various Newspapers and periodicals in Arabic & English in addition to the Satellite where you can see the news & the media of every part of the world.

Climate: Egypt's climate is characterized by a hot season from May to September, Summers are hot at mid-day, but cool-off at night with a constant desert breeze. The best season is from October to April when the temperature is comfortable by day and cool by night, on average 14gr C (57gr F ).

Average Temperatures

Month	Celsius	Fahrenheit
January	18	65
February	21	69
March	24	75
April	34	93
May	33	91
June	35	95
July	37	98
August	35	95
September	32	90
October	30	86
November	26	78
December	20	68

Clothing: Dress modestly in Cairo and off beach cities, Bathing suits should only be worn on beaches. Women should cover their arms and legs while visiting mosques. In summer, loose cotton clothing may be the most comfortable. Conservative clothing is the preferred wearing apparel

Transportation: Taxis and Limousines are widely available in all major cities in Egypt; however, there are many less expensive alternatives in most cities, e.g. Subway, Metros, Trains, and Buses. It is not advisable to use taxis in traveling between cities, as Planes, Buses, and trains are accessible for a modest fee.

Egypt Travel Packages

noreply@blogger.com (egypttravelpackages) — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 05:21:00 -0700

Make your dream come true in 2010, complete your wish by coming to Egypt and enjoying the ancient history and modern style of Egypt find all your needs with us from transportation to full package deals including airfare. You will find variety of packages for those who wish to take a high quality tour of Egypt. All tours are available for First Class, Tourist Class and On Budget rates for both individuals and groups. Check within a wide variety of quality,- choose the tour that closely matches your requestOur Goal is to make your holiday "A trip of a Lifetime".