From the Mediterranean to the Red Sea

Honeymoon Wishes Vacation

Hurgada, Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh and Alexandria
Private touring at all times
All in 9 Days

Perfect for Honeymooners and families looking
for that extra special Mediterranean getaway

Planetarium beside Bibliotheca Alexandrina
photo: nomo/michael hoefner www.zwo5.de

Day 1: CAIRO – Daily – Year Round
Arrive in Cairo. Our local representative will be waiting for you with a sign and a warm welcome and will whisk you to your comfortable hotel. Visa may be issued upon arrival at Cairo Airport.

VIP Meet & Greet
Visa issued locally in Cairo (for a limited number of nationalities) no photos required. Our representative greets you at the airport and whisks you to your hotel. Visa will be issued upon arrival at Cairo Airport for a limited number of citizens such as: American, Australian, NZ, EU, Canadian, EU Singaporean and Japanese citizens. You are responsible for having your passport in order valid at least for 6 month beyond the date of your arrival in Cairo. Our local rep. will meet you with a sign that carries your name, and will be waiting for you with the prepaid visa stamps to proceed to the passports control to stamp your passports and then you claim your luggage. After you clear the passport and customs formalities and exit the terminal, our local representative will escort you by private vehicle to the hotel. Welcome fruit basket & Egyptian pastry awaits you in your room with our compliments.

For Deluxe category: We suggest the InterContinental Hotels or similar.

For the Ultra Deluxe Category: We suggest the Four Seasons Nile Plaza Hotel overlooking the Nile, the J. W. Marriott Hotel if you prefer to be closer to the airport, or the Fairmont Hotel Cairo.

The J. W. Marriott Hotel Cairo

DAY 2: Cairo / Hurgada or El Gouna Red Sea  (B)
After breakfast, we head for Cairo Airport and your flight to Hurgada. Deluxe and Ultra Deluxe rates do include business class flights within Egypt.

For Ultra Deluxe category: Our number one choice is the Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh in Hurgada

For families with 2 children: (must be younger than 12 years of age) we suggest the Suite category.

the Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh in Hurgada

For the Ultra Deluxe category our number one choice is the Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh in Hurgada
A secluded haven on the Red Sea Coast, celebrating rare marine life, nature’s fabulous colours and the timeless beauty of the sea. Nature’s colours come to life at The Oberoi, Sahl Hasheesh with white sand, aquamarine waters and vibrantly-hued marine life. In exotic Egypt, this exclusive luxury resort on the Red Sea Coast is situated on 48 acres with a private beach. The architecture of the resort reflects the style of the region, resplendent with domes, arches and columns. Peace and privacy pervade this all-suite resort, with private courtyards complemented by soothing interiors and luxurious bathrooms.

Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh in Hurgada Suite

Rooms and suites at the Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh Hurgada
All 63 Deluxe Suites and 21 Superior Deluxe Suites are spacious and elegantly appointed and have luxurious bathrooms with separate shower stalls. Their sunken marble baths overlook a private open-air walled garden. In addition, there are 12 larger Grand Suites have their own private swimming pool, heated in the cooler months.

There are 6 Royal Suites. These beautiful apartments have a separate living/dining room, adjoining pantry and a guest bathroom. As well as an open private courtyard with swimming pool, the Royal Suites feature an outdoor dining pavilion.

The pavilion at the Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh Hurgada

Day 3 & Day 4: Hurgada or El Gouna Red Sea (B)
Enjoy the beach or take one of the local optional tours. Breakfast is included daily

Day 5: Hurgada / Cairo – Alexandria (B)
After breakfast, we head back to the airport and fly back to Cairo. Where, our local guide and driver will meet you at Cairo Airport and escort you from Cairo to Alexandria and back after you finish touring Alexandria.
You ‘ll have your own private air-conditioned vehicle and private chauffeur.

The drive is about three and half hours. Flights are available. Reach Alexandria in time for your check-in at the hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure to enjoy the beach and your hotel facilities. In the evening, your guide will call on you for a drive to the Ram downtown area and tea or coffee (included) at one of the local cafes.

For the Ultra Deluxe Category you have the choice between:
A suite at the legendary deluxe Helnan Palestine Hotel, overlooking the Mediterranean, and Al-Montazah Royal Palace of the former Royal Family of Egypt, and a standard room at the Four Seasons Hotel San Stefano Alexandria.

Four Seasons San Stefano Alexandria

The new Four Seasons San Stefano Alexandria, Egypt
Welcome to Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano, Egypt. Edging the Mediterranean in a setting of legendary glamour, discover an intimate enclave within the stately Grand Plaza shopping and residential complex. Indulge in classically elegant accommodations, European spa treatments and terraced restaurants with fresh sea breezes. Four Seasons care outshines all else in Alexandria.

Day 6: Full Day – ALEXANDRIA  (BL)
We’ll get to known Alexandria in depth, as we visit the National Museum in Alexandria, the building was originally built in 1926 for the US consulate in Alexandria and is a masterpiece in 1920’s architecture & Mediterranean style buildings.the Roman Amphitheater, the Koum El Shougafa Catacombs, Eliahou Halevi (or Hanabi) synagogue (Nabi Daniel Street), a 150-year-old synagogue, it is the only active synagogue in Alexandria,and houses the treasurers of the seven other older and / or closed Alexandrian synagogues, and an afternoon horse-drawn carriage ride on the water front, and inspect the exterior of the mosque of the Alexandrine local “saint”: Morsi Abu-Al-Abbas, a leisurely walk through the local souks and Zanket-El Setat to get a fell of this charming old part of Alexandria, followed by Lunch (included) in an Alexandrine restaurant.

Octavious visiting Alexander the Great’s Tomb in Alexandria.
Octavious had just defeated Cleopatra and Marc Anthony armies. He left his coat at Alexander the Great’s tomb as a token of respect.
The search continues for Alexander the Great’s Tomb.

Day 7: Full Day at leisure – ALEXANDRIA (B)
Breakfast is included daily at the hotel. Full day at leisure to enjoy the beach and your hotel.

Day 8: From Alexandria to Wadi El-Natroun and Cairo (B. Lunch Box)
Breakfast is included at your hotel. Lunch Box prepared by the chef at your hotel. Private air-conditioned deluxe mini-coach, always private chauffeur and private Egyptologist. Today, suggest that we start no later than 8 AM to avoid the heat: Tour of Qayet Bey Fortress built on the same site of the ancient wonder of the world: the famous Alexandria Light House. Pompey’s Pillar and the Serapeum housing the huge mummified Bulls that were were worshipped by Ancient Egyptians. Then a brief stop at “El Selsela” the site of the Underwater reserve where Cleopatra Place was discovered, as well as Caesar Kiosk, then its off to the new site for the Alexandria Library.

Video by Teresathetraveler

We head south and on to Wadi El-Natroun, deep in early Egyptian Church territory and early Christianity in Egypt. Wadi El Natroun is almost half way between Alexandria and Cairo, we tour the Coptic Monasteries, where early Egyptian Coptic monks and Popes took refuge escaping the Vatican aggressive effort to bring the Egyptian Church into the fold. Reach Cairo late afternoon and your hotel.

DAY 9: DEPARTURE (B)
Our local rep. escorts you to the airport for your flight home.

Included:

• Private air conditioned deluxe sedan, or deluxe mini-coach, private chauffeur, as per itinerary.
• Private English (or other language of your preference) speaking guide, escorting you Cairo Alexandria Cairo
• All tours, guided sightseeing with admissions, taxes, service charges as per itinerary.
• Breakfast daily at the hotels, lunch – Pre-set menu during your full days of tours, as per itinerary
• Hotel accommodation with tax and breakfast
• Domestic flights within Egypt in economy class tax included, for Deluxe and Ultra Deluxe it is in business class.
• VIP Meet & Greet At Cairo Airport
  Our representative greets you at the airport and whisks you to your hotel. Visa will be issued upon arrival at Cairo Airport (photos are not required).
• Egyptian Visa will be issued for a limited number of citizens such as: American, Australian, NZ, EU, Canadian, EU Singaporean and Japanese citizens. You are responsible for having your passport in order valid at least for 6 months beyond the date of your arrival in Cairo. Our local rep. meets with a sign that carries your name, and will be waiting for you with the prepaid visa stamps to proceed to the passports control to stamp your passports, then you claim your luggage. After you clear the passport and customs formalities and exiting the terminal, our local representative will escort you (private vehicle) to the hotel. Welcome fruit basket & Egyptian pastry awaits you in your room in Cairo upon arrival with our compliments.

The Ultra Deluxe including the choice of staying at the Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano, Egypt. Edging the Mediterranean in a setting of legendary glamour, discover an intimate enclave within the stately Grand Plaza shopping and residential complex. Indulge in classically elegant accommodations, European spa treatments and terraced restaurants with fresh sea breezes. The care at the Four Seasons outshines all else in Alexandria.

Ultra Deluxe Rates per person in US $

• The Four Seasons San Stefano Alexandria
• The Helnan Palestine Hotel
• The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh
• Four Seasons in Cairo

Children (younger than 12 years of age) maximum 2 children sharing with 2 adults, must be in a suite. In this case each child will pay only: $ 1160 USD

The Four Seasons San Stefano Alexandria, Egypt

Rate doesn’t include:

• Any International air fare
• Trip/travel insurance
• Tips
• Personal Expenses
• Any Beverages

The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh in Hurgada

Dining at the Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh in Hurgada