Precious Stones In Ancient Egypt

precious stones in ancient egypt

Daily trips to Cairo from Makadi Bay by Flight , Makadi Egypt Tour to Cairo & Giza Pyramids

Departure : Daily

Lenght : 16 hours

Type : Private

Guide : Egyptologist English speaking guide

Price : From : 80 EURO

Itinerary:-

Leave the warm waters of the Red Sea Makadi Bay behind you on this delightful day trip to Egypt‘s colourful capital. Our Rep will pick you up from your hotel in Makadi Bay by air-conditioned bus to Hurghada domestic airport for your flight to Cairo. On arrival in Cairo, head to the Plateau of Giza for the chance to see the stunning Great Pyramids and mystical sphinx. The last remaining wonders of the ancient world, the pyramids are said to be constructed from millions of blocks of limestone and have stood on this site for nearly 5000 years. Your experience will be enhanced by your expert guide who will provide a fascinating insight to the history of this magical site.
Whilst admiring these ancient treasures, look out for the bewitching figure of the Sphinx. Carved from a single block of limestone, the half-human, half-lion statue stands guard over the tombs. After lunch, continue to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, home to the world’s finest collection of Egyptian artefacts. The highlight is undoubtedly the golden haul from the Tomb of Tutankhamun including the world famous solid gold funerary mask. Also, look out for the huge statues of the pharaohs and the gods they worshipped, scrolls of ancient papyrus, coffins inlaid with semi-precious stones and ancient mummified remains. Then you will a visit to visit the Christian heritage in Coptic Cairo including some of the early religious monuments of the city such as the hanging church or the suspended church this basilica church was named for its location on top of the south gate of the Fortress of Babylon the church became the center of the Christian Church of Egypt. Before your return flight to Hurghada, head to the lively Khan-el-Khalili famous bazaar, to soak up the sounds, smells and atmosphere Cairo‘s oldest street market. Good buys include handmade gifts, leather goods, spices and Egyptian fabrics. You may also attend the sound and light show at the Pyramids in Cairo as an optional tour, or you may take a Nile cruise dinner with belly dance show. Head to Cairo airport to fly back to Hurghada where our REP will be waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel in Makadi Bay.

Price Includes:-

- Pick up and drop off services from your hotel in Makadi Bay
- Airfare from Hurghada to Cairo with Egypt Air
- All transfers by air-conditioned vehicles
- Admission fees to the sites in Cairo as per itinerary
- Lunch meal at a high quality restaurant in Cairo
- Egyptologist English speaking tour guide in Cairo

Price Excludes:-

- Personal expenses
- Optional Tours

Price Info:-

Prices are quoted in euro currency per person, minimum 2 persons traveling together

Payment Facilities:
1) Online Payment by Credit card visa or Master via our secure payment page on our website
http://www.egyptonlinetours.com.com/Travels/Payment.aspx

2 ) Bank transfer:
Maestro Online Travel Egypt -bank details:
Account Name: Maestro Online Travel
Account No: 517517
Bank: Arab African International Bank
Branch: Haram
Swift: ARAIEGCX

Payment Plan:
25% down payment required to secure the booking ( by credit cards )
75% balance in pick up from your hotel in the tour day. ( credit card / or / cash )

What to bring
Passport valid for 6 months
Comfortable shoes
Cotton clothes in summer
Warm clothes in winter
Sun block
Sunglasses
Hat
Photo/Video Camera

Tour guide
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

Vehicles used
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

Look forward to hearing from you soon,
Best regards,

Magdy Abdel GHany
Tour Consultant

Maestro Online Travel Egypt-Haram Branch
Cell : 002 01629 222 90

Emails: magdy@egyptonlinetours.com

Website:-

http://www.egyptonlinetours.com/Egypt-Sightseeing-Tours/Tours-out-of-Makadi-Bay/Day-trip-to-cairo-from-Makadi-Bay.php

About the Author

Moxie Girl – Gem Stones ~Episode 3

Pectoral in gold cloisonne with semi-precious stones and glass-paste, with Photo Mugs

Pectoral in gold cloisonne with semi-precious stones and glass-paste, with winged scarab, symbol of resurrection, in centre, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa….

Photo Jigsaw Puzzle of Pectoral in gold cloisonne with semi-precious stones and glass-paste, with from Robert Harding

Photo Puzzle, Pectoral in gold cloisonne with semi-precious stones and glass-paste, with. Pectoral in gold cloisonne with semi-precious stones and glass-paste, with winged scarab, symbol of resurrection, in centre, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa. Chosen by Robert Harding. 10×14 Photo Puzzle with 252 pieces. Packe…