
Tour Length : |
2 Days / 1 Night |
Tour Type : |
Group tour |
Tour Schedule : |
MAR.14.2010 - MAR.15.2010 MAR.17.2010 - MAR.18.2010 APR.04.2010 - APR.05.2010 |
EXCURSIONS |
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We would like enhance your cruise and onshore vacation holiday into the Mediterranean Sea by taking a private tour with private guide and exclusive van class satisfy your needs to discover the ancient Pharaonic temples and historical sights of the greatest civilization ever in the earth to Cairo and Giza Pyramids you would take a relaxing drive of 2 hours and 30 minutes so please dont miss out on this great opportunity |
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ITINERARY |
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Day # 1 : Alexandria / Cairo
Morning time you will be picked up from your cruise at Alexandria port by your private 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 Mykerinos 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 stay. Optional evening tours you will be accompanied to attend the fabulous sound and light show at the Pyramids or and you will be accompanied to board your luxurious Nile cruise ship for dinner, belly dance and oriental show for 2 hours then you will be transferred back to your hotel for overnight stay Day #2 : 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 |
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INCLUSIONS |
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Meet and greet service by our representatives upon arrival Pick up and return to the cruise ship inside the port Assistance of our personal during your tours and excursions Transportation by air-conditioned deluxe vehicle Accommodation for 1 night at 5* deluxe hotel with breakfast Entrance fees to the mentioned sights in Cairo Expert Egyptologist guide throughout the trip Shopping Tour through grand bazaars in Cairo Lunch at good quality Egyptian restaurant in Cairo Lunch at HardRock Restaurant of Grand Hyatt 1 Bottled water each day Service charges and taxes included Free mobile phone with local number to keep you connected with your cruise Enjoy a free Travel Insurance, $20,000 worth, by Chartis Insurance Company in association with Memphis Tours Egypt. |
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EXCLUSIONS |
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personal expenses |
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OPTIONAL |
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Sound & Light show at the feet of the Sphinx cost 30.00 Euro per person Dinner cruise on the Nile with belly dance and oriental show for two hours cost: 35.00 Euro per person |
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ACCESSIBALE |
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Wheelchair accessible tours allow wheelchair travelers, their families and friends to explore the culture and history of Egypt, we offer them a hand picked tours and shore excursions from your Europe cruise, Mediterranean cruise, and World cruise to visit Egypt
Handicapped-accessible tours in Egypt, we offer travel experiences for travelers with many types of physical disability. We are specialized in disabled travel and we can customize-made access tours in Egypt for individual travel arrangements just send us you request and we will do it. Extra charge for Wheelchair traveler to provide: 1. Personal attendant care who taking care of everything 2. All transportation by air conditioned deluxe accessible vehicle 3. Accommodation at hotels with accessible room facilities in Cairo 4. Wheelchair if needed |
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TOUR GUIDE |
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Egypt guided tours are highly recommended and our guides are knowledgeable Egyptologist guides who have academic qualifications to make your tour to Egypt extra special
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TRANSPORT |
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Vehicles are new branded air-conditioned with a professional driver, but drivers in Egypt do not speak English and they cannot act as tour guides for the Egyptian monumental sights |
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VISA INFO |
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Egyptian entry visa obtainable onboard cruise for American, Canadian, Australian, British, German, Italian, French, Swiss, Austrian, Belgium, Dutch, Scandinavians and some other nationalities as well please advise your nationality if any |
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WHAT TO BRING |
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Passport valid for 6 months Comfortable shoes Cotton clothes in summer Warm clothes in winter Sun block Sunglasses Hat Photo/Video Camera |
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EXTRA INFO |
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Pick up and drop off depend on the arrival and the departure time of the ship Tour will operate with a minimum of 2 passengers Tour is available in English, Spanish, German, French and Italian languages 50% deposit to book and the balance of payment on day tour Confirmation for this tour will be received after receiving deposit Flexible cancellation policy and no charges for changes An armed guard from the Egyptian government would be an escort on the bus of every travel company. You will be met at the pier by our representative who will be holding a sign in your name and our company Memphis Tours Egypt |
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Travel Insurance :
Free Travel Insurance $20,000 worth through Chartis Insurance Company in association with Memphis Tours Egypt ( upon request) Rates and Prices : Payment Facilities : |
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