Shore Excursion Offer For NCL (JADE) Cruise. 165 Euro (Minimum 10 Persons)

Shore Excursion Offer For NCL (JADE) Cruise

165 Euro (Minimum 10 Persons)

Day 01: Alexandria / Cairo
Morning time you will be picked up from your cruise at Alexandria port by your English speaking Egyptologist guide who will accompany you to visit Sakkara that is part of Memphis’s massive necropolis, and the burial site of the most ancient Pharaohs where you will see the first pyramids build in Egypt “Step Pyramid of King Djoser that was designed by Imhotep, the ancient Egyptian architect also you will visit the Teti Pyramid and tombs in Sakkara then you will be transferred to Memphis, the ancient Capital of Egypt to visit the colossal statue of Ramses II and nearby a still half-buried Hathor Temple then drive to the famous Giza Plateau, home of Egypt’s signature attractions to visit the Great Pyramids, ONE of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world including the Great Pyramid of Cheops, middle Pyramids of Chephren and the little one of Mykerinus and mysterious Sphinx, the Father of Terror for the ancient pharaohs, the tour includes visit to the Valley Temple facing the great Sphinx with shopping tour at the Famous bazaars and papyrus institutes in Giza area and then lunch will be served at good quality restaurant around pyramids area. From there you will be transferred to your hotel for check in and having settled in and overnight in Luxury Accommodation at Mena House Oberoi Hotel

Day 02: Cairo / Alexandria
After breakfast at the hotel in Cairo your private English speaking Egyptologist guide will take you to world-renowned Museum of Egyptian antiquities that was built in neo-classical style designed by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon which exhibited collections now exceed 120000 masterpieces ranges from pre-dynastic era, Pharaonic era to the Greco-roman period in Egypt including the treasures of the child King Tutankhamen, Pharaonic Gods and Goddess with lunch will be served at Hard Rock of Grand Hyatt hotel. Then you will be move on to the Citadel of Saladin that is overlooking the city from the Muqattam Hills and Mohammed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside that was built in Turkish style and very similar to the Blue Mosque in Turkey and simply considered to be one of the landmarks in Cairo whose minaret can be seen from any part of old Cairo. Finally you will be escorted by your guide back to the cruise in Alexandria Port : departure time from Cairo depends on the departure time of your ship in Alexandria Port ( 170km )

Inclusions:
• Pick up services from Alexandria Port & return (by the cruise exit door)
• All transfers by an air-conditioned bus
• Accommodation in Cairo for 1 night at 5 star Luxury Mena House Hotel Cairo
• Breakfast at Mena House Hotel
• Private English Egyptologist guide
• Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
• Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour
• Lunch meal at local restaurant in Cairo
• Mineral water & cup of tea or coffee during lunch
• Shopping tours in Cairo
• Free mobile phone during your stay in Egypt (Charged about 30 minutes local & 03 minutes International).
• All Service charges & taxes

Exclusions:
• Any extras not mentioned in the program
• Optional tours not mentioned above
• Tipping Kitty

Note:
1- This Offer vaild for 10/11 January 2010  & 4/5 April 2010
2- Price per person 165.00 Euro (Minimum 10 Persons).
3- Luxury Accommodation at Mena House Oberoi Hotel.

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Fatma Sayed

Memphis Tours Egypt

Abu Simbel Sun Fall

Abu Simbel Sun Fall

Enjoy Our Offer For Abu Simbel Sun Fall During February & Octeober

Location:
Near to the border between Egypt & Sudan – approx. 270 km from Aswan City.

Who built it?
Abu Simbel is a set of two temples built by Ramesses II. One for himself and the other for his own wife, Nefertari.

Why was it built
The Temple of Ramesses II was dedicated to the four universal gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and to Ramesses II himself. The great Abu Simbel temple is also called The Sun Temple of Ramesses II.
The Temple of Queen Nefertari is also Called Temple of Hathor who was the wife of the Sun God so in a symbolic way, the two Temples, that of Ramesses II and that of Nefertari, bring Ramesses II, Nefertari, Hathor and the Sun God together as one.

Explanation:

Abu Simbel Temples are considered to be the most impressive temples from his own seven Temples Ramesses II built. The two temples of Abu Simbel with their unique style are considered as masterpieces of ancient Egypt. The Egyptian government and UNISCO decided to co-operate in order to save the temples of Abu Simbel and in turn, saving the relics of one of the oldest human civilization.

The facade of the main temple is 108 feet high and 125 feet wide with four colossal seated statues about 65 feet high wearing the double crown of Upper and lower Egypt and having the cartouches of Ramesses II.

Ramesses II built small Abu Simbel temple for his wife Nefertari, which is much simpler than the temple of Ramsses II as it has only one hypostyle hall and the sanctuary. It should be mentioned that the sun rise enter the temple two times in the year, it lights the faces of the king , Re god and Amon god, but we still do not know the reason for not rising the sun on the face of God Ptah.

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Memphis Tours Egypt

Opera Aida at Cairo Opera House 12-18 Jan.2010

Opera Aida at Cairo Opera House

Opera Aida is one of the masterpieces of Opera House Shows, Verdi’s Aida will be held in Cairo Opera House during the period from 12 to 18 January, 2010 except on 16 January. Cairo Opera House presents the best performance of Verdi’s Opera.

Giuseppe Verdi wrote this opera for inauguration of Suez Canal in Khedive Ismael, but didn’t perform. Verdi did not receive the libretto until the following year and the opera was not premièred until 24 December 1871.

His tragic working of the famous tale of star-crossed lovers – the triumphant Egyptian captain Radamès and the captured Ethiopian slave-girl, Aida – stormed the operatic world and remains one of the best-loved operas of all time. After Aida, he took himself off to self-imposed retirement before being persuaded to return to the stage for his last two operas, Otello and Falstaff 16 years later.

The Cairo Opera Company has its home in the new Cairo Opera House that opened on 10 October 1988, replacing the one for which Verdi wrote his opera, which burnt down in 1971.

Memphis tours is pleased to offer distinguished services to the clients all over the world. It presents all the facilities of reservation of air lines and Hotels. We seize the opportunity to offer our special rates for accommodation and sightseeing tours in Egypt. Memphis tours gives a special taste for visiting Egypt.

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Memphis Tours Egypt

Wadi El Natroun

Wadi El Natrun is a valley located in Beheira Governorate, Egypt, including a town with the same name. The name refers to the presence of eight different lakes in the region that produce natron salt. The modern chemical symbol for sodium, Na, is an abbreviation of that element’s Latin name natrium, which was derived from natron.

In ancient times, natron was mined here for use in Egyptian burial rites. It is believed that the Holy family visited Wadi El Natrun during their flight into Egypt.

Their trail from Sakha is recorded in the documentation of Pope Theophilus’s vision and attested to by Coptic practice in the Christian era. For it was to Wadi El Netroun that they now came after crossing the Rosetta Branch of the Nile to the Western Delta and heading south into Wadi El Natroun in Western Desert Egypt.

In Wadi El Natroun you can enjoy visiting the old monasteries and know the ancient Christian history and their root at that place.

The monasteries most interesting at that area are:

Baramus Monastery
Monastery of Anba Bishoy
Deir El-Suryani

If you are interested in visiting Wadi El Natroun for one day and enjoy the nature of that place

You can take this tour for one day from Cairo

Or you can take this historical tour in details if you are fond of the history of the holy family passing the all places and site of the Christian family

Wadi El Natroun

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Fatma Sayed

Memphis Tours Egypt.

Dahabiya Nile Cruise In Egypt, the best trip you can get

Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Egypt

Sail in the charming River Nile and discover its East and West banks while you are boarding the Dahabiyas. The Dahabiyas allow you to have a closer look and visits to all the unique, well preserved pharaonic monuments. You will also have the ability to sail into smaller branches of the River Nile. In Luxor, you will visit the East Bank where you will see the gigantic Karnak Temples, Luxor Temple and Luxor Museum.

On the West Bank, visit the legendry Valley of the Kings where Kings of the Pharaohs are entombed Gorgeously adorned with gold and jewels and surrounded with treasures and replicas of all they would need in the afterlife. Visit the Valley of the Queens, Temple of Queen Htshepsut and Colossi of Memnon. Visit Kom Ombo and Edfu. In Aswan, see Philae Temple, The Granite Quarries,The High Dam and Kitcheners Island..

Memphis Tours Offers different kinds of Dahabiya, choose your Dahabia Cruise and enjoy your holiday in Egypt.

Sonesta Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Rihana Dahabyia Nile Cruise

Om Kolthom Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Agatha Christie Dahabiya Nile Cruise

For More Dahabiyas please visit this link

http://memphistours.com/egyptian-nile-cruise/Egyptian-Dahabiya-private-cruise.php

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Enjoy Easter Holiday & Vacation in Egypt

Happy Easter in Egypt

Don’t waste time and book our Easter holiday offers with Memphis Tours to enjoy the best time in Egypt within the Egyptian Pharaonic atmosphere. Wander among the most awesome places in Egypt. Experience our luxurious Nile Cruise in the charming Nile River between Luxor & Aswan to enjoy the festival aspects of the Egyptian people.

Enjoy our programs in Egypt during Easter Holiday

Happy Easter with Royal Lilly Nile Cruise

Easter Holidays & Tours in Egypt

Budget Holidays & Tours During Easter

For more offers & programs visit our website:

www.memphistours.com

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Memphis Tours Egypt.

Christmas & New Year Offers in Egypt.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Do something a bit different this year and celebrate Christmas & New Year in the Egyptian Pharaonic atmosphere. Visit the awe inspiring places in Cairo, Aswan and Luxor.

Experience a journey by a luxurious Nile Cruise in the charming Nile River and enjoy the sunshine in that festive season. Aswan and Luxor for Christmas & New Year are always warmth, charm and mystery. Memphis Tours offers you that inspiring Christmas & New Year holiday in Egypt.

Memphis Tours Egypt offers New programs for Christmas & New Year Holiday in Egypt.

Enjoy Merry Christmas with Alyssa Nile Cruise,
Rock Egypt in Xmas 2009,
Live UR New Year in Style,
Happy Christmas with Royal Lilly Nile Cruise,
New Year Offer.

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Memphis Tours Egypt.

Sahl Hasheesh Red Sea, Hurghada Egypt

While driving on the Hurghada-Safaga highway, about 20 km south of the airport, one can admire the pristine wa­ters and sandy beaches of Sahl Hasheesh. In three years, however, travelers will be able to admire the exquisite architecture of Veranda, one of Egypt’s latest real-estate projects. Passerbys will long to be part of the picture perfect community that will soon spend lavish weekends relaxing in the area.
This is the vision of renowned archi­tect and project developer Eng. Saleh Hamdy, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Veranda.
“Veranda is a village,” Hamdy says. “We wanted to keep it small, sweet and comprehensive, with only 669 units to ensure the quality of services.”
Instead of building rows of houses, the project is designed on four levels, with narrow streets and roundabouts designed to enhance the village’s flair.

The architecture is based on a tradi­tional Spanish theme with a modern twist, without too many decorative features. The colors are shades of off-whites and beiges.
The complex is designed to house a few thousand people and will offer a wide variety of services in order for them not to be forced to leave the gated community’s grounds. All the basics will be available, including a pharmacy and food court.
So far, Veranda’s clientele is part of the same niche that already own houses in Hacienda on the North Coast and neighboring project El-Gouna, says Hamdy.

“Sahl Hasheesh is not Hurghada,” he stresses. “It is a new town. On comple­tion, it is expected to be 40 million square meters, which is larger than Hurghada.”
Another Sahl Hasheesh project is be­ing developed into a high-end resort by New Egypt Tourism headed by Richard Turner.
But Hamdy isn’t afraid of competi­tion.
“The stretch of beach we have is unrivaled, and we have the proper infrastructure from state-of-the art de­salination plants, sewage and electric­ity,” he says.

Villas in Veranda, which will be c0mpleted in March 2011, are woven within water cascades, lagoons and an 18-hole golf course, providing each house with a view.
“We have a range of accommodations so that young and old, those who cher­ish privacy and those who don’t, car mix within the development,” he says.
For young couples, 67 square n one-bedroom flats are available in the Julietta and Margherita designs located in the town’s center. For small families, the 110-square meter Alexandra is slightly bigger with two bedrooms. Elder folks may be more interested in the Isabella design, a three-floor town-house, or the 270-square meter Sophia villa.
After working in the United Kingdom for 16 years, Hamdy is used to fulfilling high-maintenance demands.  “They want no faults and this is where I bring the English experience into the Egyptian market,” he says.
Owners receive the houses once they are fully finished, and benefit from fit­ted kitchens, air conditioning, mainte­nance and housekeeping services.

To cater to different clientele, the town   offers   a   wide   variety   of activities.   For   the   sports-oriented,  a fully-equipped gym, tennis court, golf course and lap-pool are being devel­oped. An unexpected addition are the croquet courts – Veranda will boast two, just in case one is filled to capacity. As for those who enjoy the nightlife, bars,  alfresco   dinning   and   cocktail lounges are part of the plan. For re­laxation and rejuvenation, a spa which will offer a wide variety of services is also being developed.

Taken from Egypt Today

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Almaza Bay resort in Marsa Matruh Egypt

A sparkling backdrop for a world-class hotel and residential properties, featuring a myriad of options for leisure and recreation. 3,500 private residences nestled amid lagoons, a magnificent 18-hole golf course, sculpted lakes and landscaped gardens.
Located on the untouched shores of the Mediterranean Sea, 38 kilometers east of Marsa Matruh Airport, Almaza Bay offers natural tranquility with an exten­sive menu of entertainment, leisure and recreation options to cater to a multitude of tastes and moods. Planned by the in­ternationally acclaimed architecture firm Krause Bonne, the 6.3-million-square-meter Almaza Bay Resort boasts a lengthy 2.5 kilometers of flawless beachfront in an area known to have one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

The soft, white sandy beach with its calm turquoise waters provides a meditation experience like no other and a playground for water activities. With the existing Almaza Beach Resort, the Jaz Crystal and the upcoming Jaz Ori­ental Resort and the world-class residen­tial facilities underway, choosing Almaza Bay as a second home becomes an attrac­tive option. Almaza Bay’s five-star resorts offer amenities beyond expectations. With heated pools, tennis courts, discotheques and fine dining, the hotels in Almaza bay will be a stunning introduction to the first-time visitor and an impressive option for friends who want to visit the residents. Almaza Bay’s hotels will add value to the Almaza Bay community through facili­ties, events and luxury. What better place to plan your business meetings than on the coast of paradise? The different residences are all inspired by the Mediterranean styles of architec­ture with aesthetically enticing exterior? and comfortably spacious interiors with amazing views.

Almaza Bay will consist of 3,500 residences of the widest van–ranging from 250-430 square-meter villa with up to four bedrooms; to the smafle two to three-bedroom patio houses and apartments. Further stages include the sought-after Marina apartments and the posh Castle and island estates in ad­dition to the popular golf apartmer.:-You’re bound to find the property of your dreams at Almaza Bay. Almaza fx= Resort provides a plethora of recreation options from the 18-hole golf course, the international marina and boardwalk, a water park, a tennis academy, a shop­ping mall, a world-class spa and wellnes? center, a horse back riding track, and a movie theater to name a few.

That topic taken from Egypt Today.

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Pharaonic Port Of Mersa Gawasis

Mersa Gawasis is the only recorded Pharaonic coastal site on the Red Sea. The site is located at the mouth of Wadi Gawasis, 25 km to the south of Safaga and 50 km to the north of al-Quseir. The site occupies the top and slopes of a coral terrace, which is bordered by the seashore to the east, the wadi to the south, and a playa to the west.

The site was discovered in the mid-1970s by Abdel Monem Sayed from the University of Alexandria who conducted excavations and recorded some shrines associated with anchors and inscribed stelae dating to the 12th Dynasty 3.1985—1773 BC). He identified Mersa Gawasis with the port of Sawu from where seafaring expeditions were sailing south to Punt during the Middle Kingdom.
In 2001 the University of Naples, ‘L’Orientale’ (UNO), Naples, and the Italian Institute for Africa and the Orient (IslAO), Rome (Italy), in collaboration with Boston University (BU), Boston (USA), begun a systematic excavation of the site, under the direction of Rodolfo Fattovich (UNO/lslAO) and Kathryn Bard (BU), in order to understand the organization seafaring expeditions in Pharaonic times.

Fieldwork between 2001 and 2004 recorded a ceremonial area with votive shrines close to the seashore; a settlement with small semi-subterranean huts in the western sector of the site; and an industrial area with kilns for copper-working along the western slope of the terrace, dating back to the Middle Kingdom. Potsherds and obsidian flakes from southern Red Sea, as well as fragments of Nubian pottery, where collected.

The timbers, together with limestone block-anchors, curved cedar steering oars, rigging ropes, and other items, are from ancient Egyptian ships. In addition to the nautical items in the second cave, and the two antechambers discovered to branch from it, the archaeologists found limestone tablets with hieroglyphic inscriptions that detail long-ago trade expeditions to the Red Sea region known as Punt.
Excavations at Mersa / Wadi Gawasis in 2006-07 uncovered a new stela with the cartouche of Senusret III, and two wooden cargo boxes with the cartouches of Amenemhat IV. Seven man-made caves, which were used as storerooms, were located, where remains of large timbers of seafaring ships continue to be found. Geological and archaeological investigations have also located the probable area of the beach of the ancient harbour. In the production area below the caves, where hundreds of bread moulds have been excavated, a lithics workshop was also excavated.
All the organic materials which were found inside the sealed caves are now the focus of conservation efforts.  With all this archaeological nautical evidence the “Min of the Desert” project was conceived.

Taking From Red Sea Bulletin

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