Cairo Trips
Half day visit to the Egyptian Museum Half day visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx with lunch Half day visit to Memphis & Sakkara with lunch Half day visit to the Citadel, Islamic Cairo & Khan El Khalili bazaar with lunch Full day Museum, Citadel, Islamic & bazaar with lunch Full day Memphis, Sakkara & Pyramids with lunch Full day visit to Coptic and Islamic Cairo including lunch at Azhar Park DAY TRIP TO CAIRO BY PLANE
Sinai Trips
DAY TRIP TO RAS MOHAMED BY LAND DESERT SAFARI TRIP TO NAWAMIS & EIN KHUDRA OASIS WADI GUNAI EL RAYAN, BLUE HOLE & DAHAB (TREKKING & SNORKELING) DESERT SAFARI TRIP TO COLOURED CANYON & WADI GUNAI EL RAYAN SUNSET CAMEL SAFARI SANDS OF TIME 4X4 MINI SAFARI DAY TRIP TO ST. CATHERINE’S MONASTERY MOUNT MOSES & ST. CATHERINE’S MONASTERY DAY TRIP TO PETRA BY PLANE
Nile Cruises
Asawan Luxor 4 Nights Sun Boat IV Aswan Luxor 3 Nights Nile Adventurer Luxor Aswan 3 Nights Sun Boat IV
Luxor Trips
DAY TRIP TO LUXOR BY PLANE
Half day visit to the Egyptian Museum
Visit to the Egyptian Museum: Your Egyptologist will escort you today on a fascinating tour of 7,000 years of Egyptian history with a visit to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. The Museum houses the world’s greatest collection of Ancient Egyptian artifacts, including 12 rooms filled with golden treasures from the world-famous tomb of the boy-king Tutenkhamun.
Note: This tour excludes visit to the Royal Mummies room or the new collection at the museum.
Lunch options:
01- Lunch at Le Pacha 1901: Set-menu lunch on board Le Pacha 1901, a luxurious turn-of-the-century Nile Cruise boat which is now permanently moored in the Center of Cairo.
02- Lunch at Arabesque Restaurant: Proceed to the elegant Arabesque restaurant, located in the heart of downtown Cairo. After entering through a small art gallery, you will able to savor traditional mezzas and Middle Eastern dishes in oriental surroundings of mashrabeyya screens and wooden tables, and white walls hung with tapestries.
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Half day visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx with lunch
Morning visit to the Pyramids: This Afternoon an unforgettable tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza. The only present-day survivors of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, they are among the world’s greatest tourist attractions and never lose their ability to inspire and overwhelm visitors. You will be able to enter inside one of these fabulous monuments and explore the mysteries of its ancient past for yourself.
Sphinx: Enter the temple of the mysterious Sphinx, an ancient figure shrouded in legend and mystery. Your Egyptologist will enthrall you with the tales told of this fascinating figure.
Note: This tour excludes visit to any of the Pyramids from inside, or to the Solar boat museum.
Lunch options:
Option 01: Lunch at Mena House Oberoi hotel: Lunch today will be at the historic Mena House Oberoi Hotel, next to the Pyramids. Built as a palace for the Empress Eugenie, during her visit to Egypt for the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869. The lunch will be served at Khan El Khalili café.
Option 2: Lunch at Andrea restaurant: Your lunch venue today is the charming open-air Andrea restaurant, in the Pyramids area. Enjoy a set-menu lunch of freshly spit-roasted chicken and traditional mezza, in a garden shaded with canopies of bougainvillea.
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Half day visit to Memphis & Sakkara with lunch
Memphis: Founded around 3,100 BC during the Old Kingdom, Memphis is the legendary city of Menes, the king who united Upper and Lower Egypt. According to tradition, he first created dikes to protect the area from Nile floods and then started building. Much of what we know of Memphis comes from its necropolis, texts and papyrus from other parts of Egypt, and Herodotus, who visited the city. Early on, Memphis was probably a fortress from which King Menes controlled the land and water routes between Upper Egypt and the Delta. Later, this great city became the administrative and religious center of Egypt, was home to a cosmopolitan community and most likely one of the largest and most important cities in theancient world.
Sakkara: Across the Great Court of the Pyramid Complex of Zoser in Sakkara, stands the Step Pyramid, the oldest known of Egypt’s 107 pyramids, which was built by Imhotep, one of the world’s most famous historical figures. This architect of the world’s first freestanding stone structure, which you will visit today with your Egyptologist, is often also recognized as the world's first doctor, as well as a priest, sage, poet, and astrologer. Although the original structure was a burial chamber 28 meters underground, Imhotep enlarged it several times to eventually reach a six tiered rectangle 60 meters high. Sakkara seems to have been the first area where limestone was employed, not only for the outer casing of the pyramid but also to cover interior walls.
Note: This tour excludes visit to the Royal Mummies room or the new collection at the museum.
Lunch options:
Option 01: Lunch at El Ezba restaurant: Your lunch venue today is in an open-air restaurant, on Sakkara road. Enjoy a set-menu lunch.
Option 02: Lunch at Mena House Oberoi hotel: Lunch today will be at the historic Mena House Oberoi Hotel, next to the Pyramids. Built as a palace for the Empress Eugenie, during her visit to Egypt for the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869. The lunch will be served at Khan El Khalili café.
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Half day visit to the Citadel, Islamic Cairo & Khan El Khalili bazaar with lunch
Islamic Cairo: Take a fascinating tour of Islamic Cairo, starting with the ancient Citadel, a spectacular medieval fortress perched on a hill above the city. Originally built by Salah El-Din in 1176 to fortify the city against the Crusaders, it has never been without a military garrison. The Citadel was modified and enlarged over the centuries by subsequent rulers, most notably Muhammad Ali Pasha, one of the great builders of Modern Egypt, who was responsible for considerable alteration and building within the Citadel. Today it is a complex of four mosques and four museums, including the beautiful and graceful Mohamed Ali Mosque. Built from 1830 to 1857, the mosque also became the site of the great Ottoman ruler’s tomb. From the arcaded courtyard, enjoy a magnificent view across the city to the pyramids in Giza. Just in the shadows of the Citadel is the Mosque of Sultan Hassan. Built in 1356 AD as a mosque and religious school for all sects, it was designed so that each of the four main Sunni sects could have their own ‘madrasa” or school within while also sharing the mosque.
Khan El-Khalili Bazaar: Proceed to the fascinating Khan El-Khalili Bazaar – reputedly the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Originally founded as a watering stop for caravanserai in the 14th century, the bazaar has now grown to vast proportions. As you wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets you will find workshops and stalls selling all manner of craftsmanship from woodwork, glassware and leather goods to perfumes, fabrics and Pharaonic curiosities. Remember to bargain hard!
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Full day Museum, Citadel, Islamic & bazaar with lunch
Museum: Your Egyptologist will escort you today on a fascinating tour of 7,000 years of Egyptian history with a visit to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, open since 1902. The Museum exhibits over 120,000 objects in its 107 halls, comprising the world’s greatest collection of Ancient Egyptian artifacts. Two grand halls containing countless artifacts and one room reserved for the golden treasures, all from the world-famous tomb of the boy-king Tutankhamun, astound and delight visitors. More than 2 million people flock to this magnificent site each year.
Islamic Cairo: Take a fascinating tour of Islamic Cairo, starting with the ancient Citadel, a spectacular medieval fortress perched on a hill above the city. Originally built by Salah El-Din in 1176 to fortify the city against the Crusaders, it has never been without a military garrison. The Citadel was modified and enlarged over the centuries by subsequent rulers, most notably Muhammad Ali Pasha, one of the great builders of Modern Egypt, who was responsible for considerable alteration and building within the Citadel. Today it is a complex of four mosques and four museums, including the beautiful and graceful Mohamed Ali Mosque.Built from 1830 to 1857, the mosque also became the site of the great Ottoman ruler’s tomb. From the arcaded courtyard, enjoy a magnificent view across the city to the pyramids in Giza. Just in the shadows of the Citadel is the Mosque of Sultan Hassan. Built in 1356 AD as a mosque and religious school for all sects, it was designed so that each of the four main Sunni sects could have their own ‘madrasa’ or school within while also sharing the mosque.
Khan El-Khalili Bazaar: Proceed to the fascinating Khan El-Khalili Bazaar – reputedly the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Originally founded as a watering stop for caravanserai in the 14th century, the bazaar has now grown to vast proportions. As you wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets you will find workshops and stalls selling all manner of craftsmanship from woodwork, glassware and leather goods to perfumes, fabrics and Pharaonic curiosities. Remember to bargain hard!
Lunch options:
01- Lunch at Le Pacha 1901: Set-menu lunch on board Le Pacha 1901, a luxurious turn-of-the-century Nile Cruise boat which is now permanently moored in the Center of Cairo.
02- Lunch at Naguib Mahfouz restaurant: Enjoy a lunch of traditional oriental dishes, at the Arabian-style “Naguib Mahfouz” restaurant. Named after the Nobel-prize-winning Egyptian author, the restaurant lies in the very heart of the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, and is steeped in atmosphere and history.
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Full day Memphis, Sakkara & Pyramids with lunch
Memphis: Founded around 3,100 BC during the Old Kingdom, Memphis is the legendary city of Menes, the King who united Upper and Lower Egypt. According to tradition, he first created dikes to protect the area from Nile floods and then started building. Much of what we know of Memphis comes from its necropolis, texts and papyrus from other parts of Egypt, and Herodotus, who visited the city. Early on, Memphis was probably a fortress from which Menes controlled the land and water routes between Upper Egypt and the Delta. Later, this great city became the administrative and religious center of Egypt, was home to a cosmopolitan community and most likely one of the largest and most important cities in the ancient world.
Sakkara: Across the Great Court of the Pyramid Complex of Zoser in Sakkara, stands the Step Pyramid, the oldest known of Egypt’s 107 pyramids, which was built by Imhotep, one of the world’s most famous historical figures. This architect of the world’s first freestanding stone structure, which you will visit today with your Egyptologist, is often also recognized as the world's first doctor, as well as a priest, sage,poet, and astrologer. Although the original structure was a burial chamber 28 meters underground, Imhotep enlarged it several times to eventually reach a six tiered rectangle 60 meters high. Sakkara seems to have been the first area where limestone was employed,not only for the outer casing of the pyramid but also to cover interior walls.
Pyramids of Giza: Embark on an unforgettable tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza built for the Pharaohs Cheops, Chefren and Mycerinus. They were constructed about 2500 BC with blocks of limestone from the plateau and from the Turah hills on the outskirts of Cairo The Great Pyramid of Cheops alone, the only present-day survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, required over 2,300,000 blocks of stone, each weighing about 2.5 tons. At its base, it covers 13 acres of land. Millions of visitors come each year to ponder the fascinating mystery of their existence and explore the ancient burial chambers within.
Sphinx: Visit the Valley Temple, housing the mysterious Sphinx, located in what was once a quarry to the east of Chephren’s pyramid. One theory suggests this Pharaoh’s workers shaped the body into a lion and gave it their king’s face, as a guardian of the necropolis. Almost a thousand years after its construction, King Thutmose IV placed a stela between the front paws. It describes how the Sphinx had spoken to the then prince in a dream, promising him kingship if he cleared away the desert sand that was choking the Sphinx. Explore this and the many other legends surrounding this timeless regal figure.
Lunch options:
Lunch at Mena House Oberoi hotel: Lunch today will be at the historic Mena House Oberoi Hotel, next to the Pyramids. Built as a palace for the Empress Eugenie, during her visit to Egypt for the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869. The lunch will be served at Khan El Khalili café.
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Full day visit to Coptic and Islamic Cairo including lunch at Azhar Park
Coptic Cairo: Your Egyptologist will guide you today round the highlights of Coptic Cairo. There you will find the remains of the old Fortress of Babylon, built at the time of the Romans in Egypt to protect the country from invading enemies.
Churches: The walls of the fortress enclose the Church of St. Sergius, which is built on a crypt considered to be one of the resting places of the Holy Family during their flight to Egypt 200 years ago. You will also see the “Hanging Church”, supported by only one column, and boasting incredible paintings inside.
Synagogue of Ben Ezra: Visit the Synagogue of Ben Ezra, from the time of the once thriving Jewish community in Egypt under the leadership of Rabbi Ben Ezra. Inside were discovered the so-called “Geniza Documents”, which showed an unparalleled source of information about life of the Jews in Egypt’s past.
The Citadel and Mohamed Ali’s Mosque: Take a fascinating tour of Islamic Cairo, including the beautiful and graceful Mohamed Ali Mosque and the ancient Citadel, a spectacular medieval fortress perched on a hill above the city. Originally built by Salah El-Din in 1176 to fortify the city against the Crusaders, the Citadel was modified and enlarged over the centuries by subsequent rulers and today is a complex of three mosques and four museums.
Lunch :Proceed to the beautiful newest park in Cairo, El Azhar Park, offering a stunning panoramic view of the old Islamic Cairo. Lush green landscaped gardens give a relaxing atmosphere to the place. The Citadel view restaurant offers a wide selection of Egyptian food, and we will have a private area for the group in the open air terrace.
Khan El-Khalili Bazaar: After lunch, proceed to the fascinating Khan El-Khalili Bazaar – reputed to be the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Originally founded as a watering stop for caravanserai in the 14th century, the bazaar has now grown to vast proportions. As you wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets you will find workshops and stalls selling all manner of things from woodwork, glassware and leather goods to perfumes, fabrics and Pharaonic curiosities. Remember to bargain hard!
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DAY TRIP TO CAIRO BY PLANE
Cairo is Egypt’s capital and Africa’s largest thriving metropolis. It is a fascinating city where the ancient and the modern blend together in harmony, where a thousand minarets line the skyline, and where life pulsates like no-where else. Early in the morning you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cairo (flight duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes). Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be met by your Egyptologist who will be with you for the remainder of the day’s sightseeing.
Pyramids & Sphinx: Begin your day with a tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza, built for the Pharaohs Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus. These magnificent accomplishments are monumental in size. The pyramid of Cheops alone, the only present-day survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World,required over 2,300,000 blocks of stone, each weighing 2.5 tons. At its base, it covers 13 acres of land. You will then proceed to visit the Valley Temple, housing the mysterious Sphinx. Many theories surround the legendary and mysterious Sphinx, and one suggests that Chephren’s workers shaped the body into a lion and gave it their king’s face, to stand as eternal guardian of his necropolis. Continue to the Solar Boat Museum, the re-assembled funerary boat of the pharaoh.
A la carte lunch: At the Four Seasons Hotel in Cairo overlooking the Nile
Egyptian Museum: This museum, built in 1902, houses the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, dating as far back as 7000 years. You will see countless artifacts and marvel at the golden treasures of the boy-king Tutankhamun. You will also have the chance to enter the Mummies Room, where the mummified bodies of Egypt’s pharaohs lie intact, in defiance of time.
Khan El Khalili bazaar :This is reputedly the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Originally founded as a watering stop for caravanserai in the 14th century, the bazaar has now grown to vast proportions. Wander through the labyrinth of narrow alleys and you will find stalls selling all kinds of craftsmanship from woodwork, glassware and leather goods, to perfumes, fabrics, silver, gold and Pharaonic curiosities. Remember to bargain hard !! Upon completion of tour, and according to exact flight time, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight to Sharm El Sheikh, where you will be met and transferred back to your hotel.
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Sinai trips
DAY TRIP TO RAS MOHAMED BY LAND
The peninsula of Ras Mohamed is located at the southernmost tip of Sinai, about 20 kilometres from Sharm El Sheikh. In 1983, this whole area was declared a National Park, as part of the government’s programme to preserve the coral reef structure off Sinai’s coastline. The protected area’s boundaries grew over the years and now extends over an area of 480 square kilometers embracing the islands of Tiran and Sanafir as well as the coral reef around Sharm El Sheikh. The park also comprises and protects the inland areas characterized by unusual ecosystems such as the coastal dunes and the mangrove swamps. You will drive through the Ras Mohamed National Park enjoying some super viewpoints, and see some of its wondrous natural phenomena. Finally, you will have a chance to settle on one of its many beaches for the remainder of the day, where you can enjoy swimming and off-shore snorkeling. The marine fauna here is available in great variety.
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DESERT SAFARI TRIP TO NAWAMIS & EIN KHUDRA OASIS
The history of the Sinai is one of transit; of armies marching through, of people in flight, of pilgrims traveling to Mecca and of crusaders. The only constant inhabitants of this harsh and arid terrain over the years have been the “bedouins”, traditionally nomadic herders, who have in recent years, started settling down as the influx of tourism has provided them with alternative means of making a living. Today you will have a chance to explore the amazing landscape of the Sinai and get to understand the lives and survival of the Bedouins, as you visit one of their encampments at Ein Khudra oasis, an oasis of natural sweet-water springs and green palms against a forbidding desert backdrop. You will also visit the Nawamis, a series of open brick structures. There is much controversy about their origin, but the most prevalent theory is that they were tombs from the Bronze Age, later used as storage facilities when Sinai became a thoroughfare for travelers. You can also have a look at the Rock of Inscriptions, so called because of the graffiti left on it by byzantine, medieval, Nabatean and modern travelers, as they traveled through the Sinai.
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WADI GUNAI EL RAYAN, BLUE HOLE & DAHAB (TREKKING & SNORKELING)
Sinai is the gateway from Africa to Asia and the dividing line between seas. It is a harsh land of valleys and mountains – mostly arid except for the infrequent water spring and oasis. To contrast this barren landscape, Sinai’s coastline is home to some of the world’s most colourful reefs and an unbelievable number of species of fauna. This tour combines the desert with the sea and allows you to see two of Sinai’s attractions in one day. Today you will have a chance to trek through the picturesque valley of Wadi Gunai El Rayan, about 30 kilometres south of Dahab. The walk through the valley is approximately 1 hour. Explore the amazing landscape of this area and soak in the quietness and serenity where few visitors go. Proceed to the Dahab coastline for a chance to swim off its shores and snorkel in the Blue Hole, a vertical cavity rich with sponges, coral formations and marine life. “Dahab” means gold and this little town derived its name from the deep yellow tones of the sand. This afternoon you can wander through the quaint town of Dahab, famous for its local character and backpacker adventure tourists. A walk along it’s the promenade is will reveal how this small seaside resort is now enlivened by a significant number of shops, local restaurants and small hotels.
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DESERT SAFARI TRIP TO COLOURED CANYON & WADI GUNAI EL RAYAN
The Sinai peninsula has a varying landscape, mostly characterized by valleys, canyons and mountains, and every now and then you will find an infrequent water spring and oasis. Sinai is a barren land and has, through the ages, been a land of transit; of armies on the move, of people in flight, of pilgrims on their way to Mecca. The only constant inhabitants of this harsh and arid terrain over the years have been the “bedouins”, traditionally nomadic herders, who have in recent years, started settling down as the influx of tourism has provided them with alternative means of making a living. Today you will have a chance to explore the amazing landscape of the Sinai as you travel through it in 4x4 jeeps until you reach one of its most picturesque spots – the Coloured Canyon. The canyon owes its name to the infinite variations in tone and colour created by the minerals contained in the sandstone. There are a variety of geological formations, some as a result of the passage of water during the Quaternary period. Upon leaving the canyon you will head to the valley of Wadi Gunai El Rayan to explore the amazing landscape of this area and soak in the quietness and serenity where few visitors go. You can enjoy your lunch during the visit of the valley.
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SUNSET CAMEL SAFARI
Sinai is the gateway from Africa to Asia and the dividing line between seas. It is a harsh land of valleys and mountains – mostly arid except for the infrequent water spring and oasis. The camel is the “ship of the desert”, an animal that has accompanied the nomadic Bedouins through this land from time immemorial. This is a short excursion that will allow you to sample the desert while not traveling too far on a long safari. You will be taken into the desert for a half hour camel ride, and experience the desert as the sun sets over the rugged mountains. As evening falls, you will have a chance to have tea with some of the local Bedouins in their local habitat.
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SANDS OF TIME 4X4 MINI SAFARI
There are moments in the Sinai when one feels as if Egypt’s entire history can be read in its stones. The South Sinai desert is arguably one of the most spectacularly beautiful landscapes in the world, and has recently been classified as National Parkland. The desert terrain varies in both color and form. Over millions of years, exquisite sculptures have beenformed into the rock. Buried in the sand and around it, you find limestone, crystalline rock, sandstone, and volcanic rocks. Colors range from light white and yellow and red to dark black. The combination of these colors seen against the dark blue of a mostly cloudless sky, is a breath-taking experience. The sun provides an intense and luminous backdrop for the desert, and completes the raw beauty of the terrain. The Sinai desert, is a photographer’s dream come true. Witness this staggering diversity through a brief, yet exciting 4x4 jeep excursion.
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DAY TRIP TO ST. CATHERINE’S MONASTERY
St. Catherine’s monastery stands on the site where tradition has it, Moses saw the burning bush, and dates back to the 6th century AD. Till today, it is still occupied by monks following the Greek Orthodox church liturgy and monastic existence. Early in the morning you will start on your 3-hour journey through the Sinai desert and mountains to the heart of the peninsula. There, nestled at the foot of Mount Moses, where Moses received the Ten Commandments, is the monastery of St. Catherine’s. The monastery was named after a young Christian from Alexandria, who died as a martyr in the 4th century. Legend has it that her body was miraculously discovered on a peak of a mountain near Mount Moses. That mountain, now commonly known as Mount Katherina is the highest point in Sinai at 2,637 metres. At the monastery, you will have a chance to visit Moses’ Well, the ornately decorated basilica, the Chapel of the Burning Bush, and the museum, which houses an impressive collection of icons and manuscripts. The monastery closes at 12.00 noon to allow for prayers and for the monks to resume their monastic lifestyle, at which time you will depart back for the drive back to Sharm El Sheikh. Mini safari If you opt to take this excursion by 4x4 jeep, en-route, your jeep will take you off-road into the desert to enjoy desert and sand-dune scenery in the heart of the Sinai, before driving back to Sharm El Sheikh.
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MOUNT MOSES & ST. CATHERINE’S MONASTERY
Mount Moses stands at a height of 2285 metres and it is believed this is where Moses spent his 40 days in the wilderness and where he received the 10 Commandments. At the foot of Mount Moses is St. Catherine’s Monastery, standing on the site where tradition has it, Moses saw the burning bush, and dates back to the 6th century AD. Till today, it is still occupied by monks following the Greek Orthodox church liturgy and monastic existence. Around 11.00 PM you will start on your 3-hour journey through the Sinai desert and mountains to the heart of the peninsula. You will start the ascent of Mount Moses either on foot or on a camel for part of the way. The ascent takes between 2-3 hours. As you reach the summit, you can enjoy the incomparable sight of dawn over the Sinai mountains. At the summit stands the Holy Trinity Chapel, built in 1934 on the remains of a little church dating back to the 5th century. You will then descend a total of 3,700 steps cut into the mountain to reach the bottom. There, nestled at the foot of Mount Moses, is the monastery of St.Catherine’s. The monastery was named after a young Christian from Alexandria, who died as a martyr in the 4th century. Legend has it that her body was miraculously discovered on a peak of a mountain near Mount Moses. That mountain, now commonly known as Mount Katherina is the highest point in Sinai at 2,637 metres. After breakfast and a little rest, you will visit the monastery where you will see Moses’ Well, the ornately decorated basilica, the Chapel of the Burning Bush, and the museum, which houses an impressive collection of icons and manuscripts. The monastery closes at 12.00 noon to allow for prayers and for the monks to resume their monastic lifestyle, at which time you will depart back for the drive back to Sharm El Sheikh. Before returning to Sharm El Sheikh, you will stop for a buffet lunch at one of the hotels in the St. Catherine’s area or the town of Dahab.
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DAY TRIP TO PETRA BY PLANE
Petra is an entire city hewn into the rocky hills in southern Jordan, built by the Nabateans more than 2000 years ago. The opportunity to visit Petra from Sharm El Sheikh is very convenient, and because Aqaba is a free zone, you will not require a Jordan visas for this excursion. In the morning you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Aqaba, Jordan (flight duration is 45 minutes). Upon arrival in Aqaba, you will be met by an Abercrombie & Kent representative. You will then be escorted to Petra with a private guide who will be with you for the remainder of the day. The drive takes approximately 2 hours. Buffet lunch: At the Movenpick Petra Resort Petra: This afternoon you will explore the beautiful monuments of this “rose-red city”. Highlights include the Treasury, the Roman Theatre and the Royal Tombs. Petra covers a total area of about 100 square km, and there are more than 800 monuments carved into the rocky hills. Note: You have 3 options of reaching Petra through the “Siq” or long entryway: 1. You can walk through the “siq” all the way to the Treasury which is about 1216 metres and takes about half an hour. 2. You can take a horse for the first 800 metres and walk the rest of the way to the Treasury. 3. You can take a horse-carriage (for 2 people) to the Treasury. However, there are only 9 carriages available and are on a first-come first-serve basis, and usually reserved for those with disabilities. So, this is only recommended if you are unable to walk. After the visit, you will be transferred back to Aqaba for your return flight to Sharm El Sheikh, where you will be met upon arrival and transferred back to your hotel.
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Nile Cruises
Asawan Luxor 4 Nights Sun Boat IV [PDF]
Aswan Luxor 3 Nights Nile Adventurer [PDF]
Luxor Aswan 3 Nights Sun Boat IV [PDF]
Nile Cruise Programs: We are glad to offer you 2 of our Sun Boat fleet for pre and post programs, the Sun Boat IV and the Nile Adventurer, offering a long list of the most exclusive services on the Nile: Private A&K docks in Luxor, Aswan and Kom Ombo, offering guaranteed privacy and increased security Widest selection of imported wine & beverages on the Nile Gourmet Menus On-board internet access during the cruise Marine satellite TV connection, for full reception even during sailing time Individual DVD-player in every cabin, and complimentary CD library at Reception Expanded reference book library Selection of classic movies & latest video releases Imported china and silverware First class cabin amenities Fresh flowers on board Down pillows in every cabin Comprehensive fire safety and medical emergency training given to staff Non-smoking policy throughout the boat, except the sun deck Please find here below the sailing dates for both boats during September 07:
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Luxor Trip
DAY TRIP TO LUXOR BY PLANE
Luxor is Egypt’s treasure of tombs and temples, and is estimated to be home to almost a third of the world’s antiquities. Early in the morning you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Luxor (flight duration is 1 hour and 10 minutes). Upon arrival in Luxor, you will be met by your Egyptologist who will be with you for the remainder of the day’s sightseeing. Valley of the Kings: Begin your day with a visit to the West Bank, known as the necropolis of Thebes, a vast City of the Dead, where, to date, 62 magnificent tombs have been discovered. You will have the chance to descend into a few of those tombs, including that of the boy-king Tutankhamun. Hatshepsut’s Temple: Rising out of the desert plain in a series of brilliant white terraces, the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut merges with the sheer limestone cliffs that surround it. Built by ancient Egypt’s only female pharaoh, this temple is dedicated to the cults of Hathor, the cow goddess of beauty and Anubis, god of mummification and the underworld. Numerous carvings depict Hathor with Hatshepsut. After her death, her jealous stepson and successor, Tuthmosis III defaced many of these images in an attempt to erase her memory for eternity. Colossi of Memnon: Enjoy a brief photographic stop at these two immense statues of Amenhotep III, which, in Pharaonic times, guarded the entrance to his once great temple. They were renamed by the ancient Greeks after the Trojan hero, Memnon, since they attributed the mournful cry once emitted by the statues at dawn to their sorrow for their loss of Memnon at the hands of Achilles. Lunch: Return to the East bank for lunch, before visiting the sites on the East Bank. Lunch will be either a la carte at Sonesta Luxor. Karnak Temple: Built over a period of two millennia by generations of Pharaohs, this 62-acre temple was dedicated to the god Amun. The great “Hypostyle Hall” alone is a veritable forest of giant pillars rising 23 meters towards the sky and the temple is actually a complex of temples, skirted by a lake once considered the most sacred of water sources. Luxor Temple: The last stop is at this temple, once connected to Karnak temple via the Avenue of the Human-headed sphinxes, almost 3 kilometers in length. This temple hosted many celebrations in ancient times, the most important being the Festival of Open which grew over the years to last 27 days. You will then be transferred back to the airport for your return flight to Sharm El Sheikh, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
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