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2 Weeks Vacation In The Land Of The Pyramids With Ramses Tours

July 8th, 2011 No comments

2 Weeks Vacation In The Land Of The Pyramids With Ramses Tours

Day 1:
Arrival to Cairo airport, our representative will meet &assist you through passport control formalities, luggage identification & portage will greet you. From the airport you will be transferred by a private A/C car to your hotel
Overnight in Cairo
Day 2:
Breakfast. Start your full day visiting the Egyptian Museum of antiquities. On display israre collection of 5000 years of art the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to the Tutankhamen collection of treasures, gold, and jewelry. Visit the Great Pyramids – Cheops, Chephren & Mykerions. Cheops is the most colossal ever built. Next is a close-up look at Sphinx – a huge funeral complex guarded by the legendary lion body with the face of king Chephren. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel.
(Optional) Dinner Cruise including transportation, dinner, Belly Dancer, Tanura Show.
Overnightin Cairo.
Day 3:
Breakfast, Transfer from Cairo to Alexandria by air conditioned private bus, arrival Alexandria, transfer to your hotel, check in.
Start your Trip Visiting:

* The Roman Theater (A theater with marble seats up to 800 spectators, Galleries, Section of mosaic flooring & a pleasure garden surrounded by Roman Villas & baths).
* Then visit Pompay’s Pillar.
* Followed by visit to the Qaitbay Fort, Location of the ancient light house. Abu Elabass mosque , saint catharine church followed by Visiting Alexandria Library. Overnight in Alexandria

Day 4:
Breakfast. Transfer to Cairo by A/C car.
(Optional) Cairo Felucca Trip Sailing Trip on the Nile (at sunset):
Take a relaxing ride down the Nile on a felucca, a traditional Egyptian sailing boat, and see a different side of Cairo.
The Cost is 45 Euro Per Person.
Transfer to the train station for your overnight Sleeper train to Aswan, Dinner on the train
Overnight in sleeping train
Day 5:
Breakfast on the train. Arrival to Aswan meets & assists by our local representative transfer to the Hotel.
(Optional) Day Tour Abu Simple Temple by private A/C minivan. The colossal Temple of Abu Simbel built by Ramses II (XIXth. Dynasty) and lately saved from inundation of the Nile waters in among the glories of ancient Egyptian monuments. The temples were built out of a sandstone rock cliff, and representation of the deities to which each was dedicated is carved on its huge façade. Nearby, also saved, lies the small Temple of the King’s wife Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor.
The Cost is 95 Euro Per Person.
(Optional) Nubian Village
Pick you up to enjoy Nubian Villages are situated at the bottom of Elephantine Island. You are going to discover the simple and natural life of the very kind and hospitable Nubian people. During this tour , you can stop by the Crocodile Park. Back to your hotel in Aswan. At the end transfer you back to your Hotel.
The Cost is 35 Euro Per Person
Overnight in Aswan.
Day 6:
Breakfast. Transfer to the Cruise. Boarding before lunch, Embarkation.
Start you tour visiting:

* The High Dam which was completed in 1964. From here you can gaze across Lake Nasser.
* The Philae temple Sail by felucca (Egyptian sailboat) to the island of Agilkia. Visit the temple that was removed from their original island of Philae which lies submerged most of the year by the waters of Lake Nasser. The main Temple of Isis and its monuments were built between the 26th-dynasty and the Roman period.

Lunch on board Sail to Kom Ombo. Afternoon Tea.
Visit the temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris.
Sail to Edfu. Dinner on board.
Overnight in Edfu.
Day 7:
Breakfast on board. Visit The Temple of Horus in Edfu. Cross the lock. Sail to Luxor. Afternoon Tea. Dinner on board & Galabya party.
Overnight in Luxor.
Day 8:
Breakfast on board. Start your tour visiting:

* Cross to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
Excursion to the Necropolis of Thebes, on the Eastern bank. Crossing the Nile, drive to the Valley of Kings; visit the tombs of various Dynasties, The Temple of Deir El Bahari. On the return journey stop at the Colossi of Memnon which are two gigantic sitting statues representing Amenopis III facing the Nile then visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
* Then Visit East Bank: Karnak and Luxor Temple
Excursion to the Luxor Temple to see its courtyard and the granite statues of Ramses the Great. Then Proceed by bus to Karnak, which is a serious of temples, built in different reigns. Starting by the Avenue of Sphinxes visit the Unfinished Propylon, the Hypostyle Hall with it’s 134 gigantic columns, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis III, the temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus designs, the Granite Scarbeus of Amenophis III and the Sacred Lake.
Lunch on board. Afternoon tea. Dinner on board & Belly Dance.

Overnight in Luxor.
Day 9:
Breakfast on board, Disembarkation. Departure by plane to Sharm El Sheikh. Arrival meets & assists by our local representatives and transfer to the hotel in SHarm El Sheikh
Day 10:
Breakfast. Free day.
(Optional) Full day trip to Tiran Island. Possibility of snorkeling in one of the most beautiful areas of the world trip includes lunches and soft drinks.
Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh
Day 11:
Breakfast. Free day.
(Optional) Ras Mohamed full day tour. Departure from Hotel at 09:00 am (30 km on a paved road & about 5 km of the road). Upon arrival at Ras Mohamed, climb to The Shark Observatory to witness the panorama of both Aqaba & Suez Gulf. Then back to the main beach to enjoy the splendid coral reef and pure water and back to Sharm. (Tour includes soft drinks).
Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh
Day 12:
Breakfast. Free day.
Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh
Day 13:
Breakfast, Departure by Air conditioned bus to Cairo. Arrival, meet & assist by our local representatives and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Cairo
Day 14:
Breakfast at the hotel our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you at the airport through final departure formalities.

Program includes:

* 3 Nights hotel accommodation in Cairo on bed and breakfast basis.
* 1 Night hotel accommodation in Alexandria on bed and breakfast basis.
* 4 Nights hotel accommodation in Sharm El Sheikh on bed and breakfast basis.
* 1 Night hotel accommodation in Alexandria on bed and breakfast basis.
* 1 Night sleeper train on Half Board basis.
* 3 Nights on Cruise board (Aswan & Luxor) Full board (sightseeing included).
* 1 Day tour in Cairo visiting the Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx
* 1 Day tour in Alexandria
* All transfers in Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan and Hurghada.
* Multilingual expert Egyptologist guide.
* All your tours and excursions are with private A/C minivan.
* The service of meet and assist at all your destinations.
* All your visits include entrance fees.
* Our prices include all taxes and services.
* All Transfers

* Not included:

* Visa Entry for Egypt.
* International Flights
* Personal items.
* Tipping.
* Any other items not mentioned.
* Any Optional tours.

We are Ramses Tours; one of the fastest growing tour agencies in the Egyptian market
Although we are newborn agency, we were able to achieve unlimited successes in short time with our professional policy which enables us to meet our customers’ expectations. With our well-experienced youth team, we became highly recommended on various global websites like tripadvisor.com, cruisecritic.com, travel.yahoo.com, sharetrip.com… etc
We can offer various services which include, prepare multi-options tours, rent cars, book hotels and support you with Egyptologist guides and so other services…
We promise you with very unique experience, sweet memories and unforgettable times…
Ramses Tours… It Is All About You
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Egypt Package Holidays To Remember

October 24th, 2009 No comments

Booking a holiday to Egypt will never be regretted. Whatever the reason, it is impossible to be disappointed. Egypt has activities and sites to suit people from all walks of life. Whether you are interested in ancient culture, water sports, or simply enjoying the year round sunshine you will not have any regrets from an Egypt package holiday.

There are many historical sites to visit in Egypt and you will find travel packages that will visit the pyramids, the Royal Library of Alexandria and much more. These ancient buildings are one of a kind and considered some of the most wondrous sights in the world. Most people travel o Egypt specifically for the pyramids and the Sphinx.

The Red Sea coast is a destination that many informed tourists now choose. The crystal clear water that lap upon golden sands are a truly heart warming picture. The warm waters are full of exotic marine life including corals and tropical fish that have now made this area one of the world’s premier diving destinations. The climate here is second to none – year round sunshine with very little rain. All of these combined with the famous Egyptian hospitality results in a holiday that can never be forgotten.

Egypt has many festivals and carnivals throughout the year and you can find a travel package that focuses on a specific celebration. There are many religious based festivals as well as public celebrations. The spring festival, Sham en Nisim, has been happening for several thousands of years.

Another option is to take a break to the Mediterranean coast. You can pass countless hours leisurely taking in the sun’s rays on golden beaches or even visit the memorials that have been built recognising the colonial past.

It really is no surprise that Egypt has become the preferred destination for tens of thousands of people.

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Now Reserving Holidays To Luxor

August 30th, 2009 No comments
by Francis Hamlin

Taking holidays to Luxor, Egypt are amazing. It is such a remarkable city to visit. There are the world’s leading tourist attractions there. Be amazing at all of the history in this historical city. Being in the Nile Valley, there is so much so see. It really is an amazing holiday.

Luxor, Egypt is four thousand years old. Because there have been so many archaeological discoveries there the city is very well preserved. When you visit you will notice all of the sophisticated architecture.

If you are really planning on taking a holiday in Luxor then you need to do your research so that your holiday is amazing. You don’t want to miss anything if you do not have to. Because Luxor is the same site that the city of Thebes was located, there are many gates and great Pharaohs.

Luxor holiday can be a great experience if you are looking to visit the pyramids and Pharaohs. Remember that it is very hot outside so bring a lot of bottled waters with you when you travel outside. When you go inside the building it is very cold. It is really something that you need to be prepared for.

Luxor has the Karnak temples which are great to see. Being 7000 years old and dedicated to Amon Ra who was a God, they are amazinghThe temples were built at the same time as Amenhotep II and Ramesses II rules. You will notice huge statues near the entrance that are of the king.

It is truly amazing to see the Valley of the Kings. Please make sure you visit. There are many tombs there that were built specifically just for great nobles and Pharaohs.

For more information on holidays to Luxor you should look online and then decide what you would like to visit while you are there. This will give you more of an idea about how long your vacation should be. Whatever you choose to see there, your Luxor holiday will be a memorable one.

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5 Ideas For a Luxury Holiday to Egypt

May 3rd, 2009 No comments

Experience Scuba diving in Sharm El Sheikh

Egypt has some of the very best sites suitable for scuba diving. Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh are the most admirable places to go for scuba diving. Its underwater view is just amazing. The incredible underwater life is certainly going to make you stunned. If you are a novice in scuba diving, you can become an expert by attending their courses on scuba diving.

Enjoy a luxury cruise down the Nile

Cruise liners offer a country tour with top quality and luxurious service. They cruise down the Nile, touching in the best places of the country while comforting you with the five star services. These cruises depart from Luxor or Aswan, and take you through the prominent places like the Valley of the Kings, the Necropolis, and numerous ancient temples. These cruises are equipped with gyms, restaurants, shopping centres and boutique.

Play golf in Hurghada

Golf is a sport that approximately every one likes to play particularly when they are on opulence holiday. Egypt offers some fabulous golf courses. Among these superb golf courses Hurghada – El Gouna and Cascades are the finest. They are situated at the amazing beaches and they offer interesting view along with the wonderful game.

Feel pampered at a luxury spa hotel

The necessary feeling on holidays is the pampering treatment to make it Luxurious. The spas in Egypt offer this treatment at its very best. Residence des Cascades in Hurghada and the Sheraton Hotel in Sharm El Sheikh have outstanding spa facilities, offering a range of sauna, and massage treatments. You can treasure the most relaxing moments at these spa centres. The ancient techniques of massage can make feel you young and revitalized once again.

Take a city tour in Cairo

Egypt has several historical places to tender for the history lovers. The Pyramids and the Sphinx are two of the most visited and astounding sights in the world. No visit to Egypt can be considered complete without visiting these two iconic places of Egypt. The Cairo Towers has a rotating restaurant to offer you a special experience. Citadel was chosen by Saladin for its neat nature. You can see the medieval time as you amble through the Citadel.

The nights are even more splendid in Egypt. You can take delight in the bustle of city life in the lights and can treasure the memories of some stunning Egyptian Dances at some remarkable restaurants. Your hunger for a snug holiday is contented entirely when you are in Egypt for a luxury holiday.

The Top 10 Attractions in Cairo

April 26th, 2009 No comments

Cairo is a fantastic place and each holidayer has an urge to visit Cairo at least once in his life time. There are a lot of places which will fulfil your craving up to some degree seeing the outstanding places and witnessing the leftovers of a popular civilization. The top ten must see sights in Cairo are mentioned below;

1. The Pyramids of Giza

This place does not need any introduction. Egyptian Pyramids are one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Giza Necropolis contains the Pyramid of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure. This is quite close to the Great Sphinx. A must see place. The trip to Egypt is incomplete without visiting this place.

2. The Manial Palace

This Palace was built for Prince Mohammad Ali between 1899 and 1929, the Manial Palace was owned by the Egypt administration in 1955. This Palace has astonishing structural design and it represents a celestial mingle of many cultures like Ottoman, Moorish, European rococo and Persian architecture. This palace now serves as a museum where the statues and opus of medieval times are exhibited.

3. Museum of Islamic Ceramics

This Palace has also been transformed into museum. There are plentiful mesmerizing collections of antiques from a range of Islamic rules; are displayed. The artefacts were transferred from the National Library, because the magnificence of Palace makes it even more exciting. The structural design of the Palace is incredible and worth seeing. This is a great place for the people interested in Islamic history.

4. Pharaonic Village

If you desire to observe the era of 3000 years ago, this is the place where you should go. You will definitely find it beyond belief. The conception of the Pharaonic Village took 20 years for preparation as a place apposite to be opened to tourists. This is a perfect magnetism that promises to take visitors back in the olden times of Pharaoh.

5. The Hanging Church

This is another empire highlight; the Hanging Church gets its name from its position – above the eminent Babylon Fortress, with its nave hanging over an alleyway. It carries all the depiction of 3rd century, and with its fabulous marble stage, inlaid screens, cryptogram and paintings. This is the place which will certainly impress you.

6. Khan el Khalili Market

It is one of the Cairo’s most significant shopping places even today. You are certain to see the reflection of olden times in the trade and business environment of this market.

7. Cairo Tower

This tower is 187 metres tall. Evening is the most excellent time to visit this tower because you will be able to observe the whole Cairo lights from its peak. It also has spinning restaurant which will certainly give you a special familiarity to treasure.

8. Giza Zoo

This is a great day out place for family. There is foliage and an extensive variety of animals. The tickets are offered at insignificant price.

9. The Citadel

This place was chosen by Saladin for its pure nature. You can see the medieval time as you stroll through the Citadel.

10. The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities

This Museum holds a large treasure of artefacts and well-known icons and deity with regard to the times of Tutankhamen – the famed Egyptian ruler. If you want to study about Egyptian History, this could be the place for you.

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