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Egypt

Egypt was one of the world’s first

centres of civilisation and its history

stretches back 6,000 years. Such

a heritage has left the country with

an unsurpassed collection of relics

of antiquity. Whilst the Pyramids –

amongst the world’s largest

constructions – are the most famous,

Roman ruins, Byzantine churches and

exquisitely decorated mosques testify

to the various cultures that influenced

the country over the millennia.

It is not just the Pharaonic monuments

that have drawn travellers to this

country, but also the legacy of the

Greeks, Romans and early Christians

and the profusion of art and

architecture accumulated from

centuries of successive Islamic

dynasties. What makes Egypt unique is the diversity of the product

it offers. Nowhere else can one combine business with historical tours,

mountain treks, Nile cruises, desert safaris, Red Sea diving, Mediterranean

beaches, spas and shopping.

When it comes to cultural and natural attractions, Egypt knows no

bounds. From the Great Pyramids at Giza, Khan-El-Khalili Bazaar and

the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, Cairo offers a wide array of

attractions. To the north, Alexandria offers a seat of classical learning,

while the Qait Bey Citadel, catacombs, Roman amphitheatre and the

Alexandria Museum are popular attractions of the city . Located south

of Cairo and on the Nile, Luxor and Thebes have often been referred

to as the world’s largest

open-air museum. These

cities provide awe-inspiring

trips around Luxor and

Karnak Temples and the

Valley of the Kings, home

to the famous

Tutankhamun tomb.

The great thing about

Egypt’s many historical

attractions is that they

offer visitors the chance

to get up close and really

experience them first-

hand. The Nile River has

played an important role

in Egypt’s daily life since

time immemorial and

continues to act as a

life-giving artery flowing

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through the country. For the Pharaohs, the river was sacred in more ways

than one. It was a crucial mode of transport between upper and lower

Egypt but to the ancient Egyptians, it was more than this. It would be

used for their final journey from this life to the afterlife. The Nile provides

a unique way of experiencing the country’s many attractions. The Nile

cruise is a journey through time that allows visitors a chance to discover

Egypt’s momentous history.

The Red Sea coast is a great all-year-round destination for family holidays

and sports enthusiasts. The mythical Sinai and the desert to the west

of the Nile are perfect for trekking, not to mention the unforgettable

cruises on the Nile. Egypt also has wonderful beaches on both the

Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea. The 21st century is very much in

evidence – in comfortable hotels, busy casinos, lively nightclubs,

comprehensive entertainment and the beach resort of Sharm El Sheikh

on the Red Sea coast, famous for its diving and magnificent beaches.

Sightseeing

Pyramids and Sphinx; the Nile River, ancient temples, Islamic mosques,

Coptic churches and St Catherine’s Monastery; fascinating museums

and fortresses; and traditional souks.

Accommodation

City hotels, Nile cruise boats and luxurious beach resorts.

Family activities

Dreamland Leisure Park and the Pharaonic Village in Cairo.

Shopping

What you can buy – Pharaonic-style statues and papyrus paintings;

gold and silver jewellery; clothing and cotton goods; perfume oils

and glass perfume bottles; and brass work.

Where you can buy – Souks, tourist bazaars and hotel shops.

Entertainment

Folklore shows; the sound and light shows in Cairo, Aswan and Luxor;

theatres; Cairo Opera House; Nile River dinner cruises; oriental coffee

shops; discothèques and casinos.

Sports and leisure

Horse riding, golf, bowling, snorkelling, diving, fishing, wellness centres

and spas.

Events

Egyptian/Arabian Horse Fair (September); Cairo International Film

Festival (December).

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Splendours of the Nile3 nights Cairo/4 nights Nile Cruise • The Oberoi Philae and The Movenpick M/S Royal Lotus

A Nile cruise aboard The Oberoi Philae or The Movenpick M/S Royal

Lotus is undoubtedly one of the most relaxing and enjoyable ways to

travel. Sailing along this historic waterway in style and comfort, there

is no better way in which to discover the archaeological heritage of

Egypt. Emirates Holidays offers you Nile cruises aboard these fine

vessels, where you will find spacious and comfortable cabins, superb

cuisine and excellent facilities. And exploring ashore is easy with our

range of included and optional guided excursions.

The Oberoi Philae

The 72-metre, paddle-wheeled Oberoi Philae, especially designed for

Nile cruising, is a deluxe vessel featuring state-of-the-art technology

and design. With five decks, it has 54 cabins and four suites, a

comfortable lounge, sophisticated bar and a first-class restaurant.

Standard Cabins: Each air-conditioned cabin has an area of over

19 square metres and a private balcony from which guests can view

the passing landscapes on the banks of the Nile. The cabins have

either twin beds or a king-size bed, private bath with shower,

hairdryer, TV, telephone, minibar and individual safe.

Other facilities onboard: Reception area, beauty salon, library, gift

shop, discothèque, swimming pool, sun deck, fitness room and

laundry service.

The Movenpick M/S Royal Lotus

The Movenpick M/S Royal Lotus is a 74–metre vessel with five decks and

60 cabins in addition to two Royal Suites.

Deluxe Cabins: Each air-conditioned cabin has an area of 22 square

metres. The cabins have a twin bed as well as a double bed configuration,

bathroom with a bath tub, hairdryer, TV, in-house video channels, music

channels, telephone, minibar and in-room safe. Non-smoking cabins are

available on request.

Other facilities onboard: Restaurant serving international and local

cuisine, hairdresser, shop, bar, lounge/discothèque, sun deck, plunge

pool, sauna, massage and fitness room.

The Movenpick M/S Royal Lotus

The Oberoi Philae

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Note: This itinerary refers to the Oberoi Philae. The order of the

itinerary, sightseeing schedules and days of operation are subject

to change without prior notice. Due to closure of the Esna lock

during the months of June or July and December, the itinerary is

subject to change. The updated itinerary will be advised at the time

of booking. The cruise can be undertaken from Aswan to Luxor on

the Oberoi Philae and on The Movenpick M/S Royal Lotus. Please

note the cruise on The Movenpick M/S Royal Lotus from Luxor to

Aswan sails for only 3 nights/4 days, however the same number of

sites will be visited. For more details please check with your travel

agent or Emirates Holidays.

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The Nile, referred to as the “mother of civilisation”, has attracted pilgrims

and travellers since the 16th century BC. The cruise is a unique way to

journey through the glories of ancient Egypt.

Day 1: CairoArrive at Cairo International Airport where you will be met and transferred

to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: CairoTour the Egyptian Museum, then head out of Cairo to Giza to explore the

Great Pyramids as well as the 50-metre-long Sphinx. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 3: LuxorTake a short flight from Cairo International Airport to Luxor and upon

arrival transfer to the riverside pier for embarkation. Visit the Temple

of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor. Overnight on board in Luxor.

Cairo • Luxor • Esna • Edfu • Kom Ombo • Aswan • Great Pyramids of Giza

• Famous Sphinx

• Temple of Karnak in Luxor

• Valleys of the Kings and Queens in Luxor

• Unfinished Obelisk and the Philae Temple in Aswan

• Cairo – City on the Nile

Egypt Tours

Day 4: EsnaAfter breakfast, visit the west

bank and Valleys of the Kings

and Queens before lunch and

end the day with an afternoon

sail to Esna. Overnight in Esna.

Day 5: Kom OmboAfter breakfast, visit the Temple

of Khnum in Esna before sailing

to Edfu. Following lunch, you

tour the Temple of Horus, before

cruising to Kom Ombo. Overnight

in Kom Ombo.

Day 6: AswanAfter breakfast, visit the Temple

of Kom Ombo before sailing

to Aswan and enjoying lunch on

the sun deck. This is followed by

a felucca ride to the Botanical

Gardens. Overnight in Aswan.

Day 7: Cairo After breakfast visit the High Dam and the Old Dam of Aswan, the

Unfinished Obelisk and the Philae Temple. Transfer to Aswan Airport

for the flight back to Cairo where you are met and taken to your hotel

for your overnight stay.

Day 8: CairoTransfer to Cairo International Airport for your return or onward flight.

Temple of Horus, Edfu

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Tour available as:

• Private chauffeur-drive – Includes air-conditioned vehicle, driver,

English-speaking guide and pre-booked accommodation.

Explore the cradle of the most ancient civilisations on a tour that takes

you back to the Pharaonic times and the rustic landscape of historical

Egypt.

Day 1: Cairo

Arrive in Cairo where you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Evening is at leisure and you could opt to enjoy a leisurely cruise with

dinner on the historic River Nile. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: Cairo

A full-day tour of some of the most awe-inspiring monuments of the

country – The Pyramids of Giza, The Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum.

In the evening you could opt to visit the famous Khan-El-Khalili Bazaar.

Overnight in Cairo.

Day 3: Cairo – Luxor

Take a short flight in the morning from Cairo to Luxor. Enjoy a visit to the

Temple of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor. Evening at leisure or enjoy the

sound and light show at the Karnak Temple. Overnight in Luxor.

Cairo • Luxor • El Gouna • Cairo

• Great Pyramids of Giza and The Sphinx

• The Egyptian Museum

• Temple of Luxor

• Valley of the Kings and Queens

• The resort area of El Gouna

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Day 4: Luxor

Enjoy an enthralling visit to the west bank and the Valleys of the Kings

and Queens as well as the Colossi of Memon. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 5: Luxor – El Gouna (230 kilometres)

In the morning you drive to El Gouna and check into the Movenpick

Resort & Spa. Surrounded by lagoons and landscaped luscious gardens,

this resort is a great place to relax. Overnight in El Gouna.

Day 6: El Gouna

The full-day is at leisure to enjoy the resort and its many leisure facilities.

Overnight in El Gouna.

Day 7: El Gouna – Cairo

After breakfast, you transfer to the airport in

Hurgada for your flight to Cairo and your

onward flight home.

Total distance: 230 kilometres.

El Gouna Resort

Highlights of Egypt7 days/6 nights • Chauffeur-driven private car tour

By air

El Gouna

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Cairo, with the Nile at its heart, is the largest city on the African continent.

An extraordinary mixture of old and new, it provides an endless variety

of things to see and do – from exploring the labyrinthine Khan-El-Khalili

Bazaar to investigating the fabulous displays in the Egyptian Museum,

from dancing the night away in a fashionable club to watching the sunrise

over the Sphinx.

With its chaotic streets and myriad cultural and historical influences, Cairo

provides an enchanting destination for all. As one of the oldest habitats in

the world that is home to the majority of Egypt’s population, Cairo is a city

that never sleeps.

Places of interest: The Pyramids; Sphinx and the treasures of the

Egyptian Museum.

For the family: The Pharaonic Village, a replica of living in ancient

times on an island on the Nile and Dreamland Leisure Park are

great for younger visitors.

Best buys: Shopping bargains include Pharaonic souvenirs, papyrus

paintings and antiques, perfumes and spices. For shopping in a

traditional souk atmosphere, the Khan-El-Khalili Bazaar is unbeatable.

Out and about: Cairo comes alive at night with Nile dinner cruises;

Arabic coffee shops; folklore and oriental dance shows; and the Sound

and Light Show at the Pyramids.

Sporting attractions: Several golf courses around Cairo; horse and

camel riding at the Pyramids; and ice skating and bowling at several

new shopping centres.

CairoCity of the Nile

Cairo

INTERCONTINENTALCAIRO CITYSTARS

SOFITEL CAIROEL GEZIRAH

KEMPINSKI NILE HOTELGARDEN CITY CAIRO

LE MERIDIENPYRAMIDS

FAIRMONT TOWERS,HELIOPOLIS

SEMIRAMIS INTERCONTINENTAL CAIRO

FAIRMONT NILE CITY

Average climate in CairoJ F M A M J J A S O N D

MAX 0C 18 21 24 28 33 35 36 35 32 30 26 20

MIN 0C 8 9 11 14 17 20 21 22 20 18 14 10

HRS 8 8 9 10 11 12 12 11 11 9 8 7

MM 5 5 5 3 3 0 0 0 0 0 2 5

Daily maximum and minimum averages are guides only and may vary.

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This excursion takes you to some of

the most awe-inspiring monuments

and attractions that provide a

fascinating insight into the history

of ancient Egyptian civilisation.

The tour begins with a visit to ‘the

major tourist site’ in the country – The

Pyramids of Giza, the only remaining

Ancient Wonder of the World. It is

believed to have been built as a tomb

for the fourth dynasty Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu and constructed over

a 20-year period.

Next, you visit the Sphinx, which stands as if to guard the Great

Pyramids. Featuring the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, the

Sphinx is skillfully carved from limestone. Facing the rising sun and

revered greatly by the ancient Egyptians, this is the largest and most

recognisable monumental sculpture.

After lunch, you visit the Egyptian Antiquities Museum. Established

in 1835, the present building which was built in 1900 houses an extensive

collection of artefacts. One of the highlights of the museum is the

treasures from Tutankhamun’s tomb which include chariots, statues,

jewellery and the famous beautiful gold death mask and sarcophagus.

There is also the royal mummy room which is second to the Tutankhamun

gallery in popularity and houses popular Pharaonic dignitaries.

The Classical SightstourFull-day chauffeur-driven private carexcursion from Cairo

Cairo Excursions/Hotels

Location: Downtown.

The hotel offers a perfect balance of modern luxury and ancient

charm and is located in the heart of the city on the banks of the

Nile River. It is in close proximity to El Tahrir Square, Ghezira Island

and the Opera House and within walking distance of the downtown

shopping district, entertainment districts and the Egyptian Museum.

Cairo International Airport is 25 kilometres away.

The Semiramis InterContinental Cairo offers a wide variety of beautiful

and spacious rooms and upgraded services and amenities that

combine to create a lifestyle of pampering and convenience. For

business or pleasure, guests are assured that every detail of their

stay is hassle-free and enjoyable as possible.

Facilities: 727 rooms and suites. Eight restaurants, bar, 24-hour room

service, nightclub, casino, shops, beauty salon, business centre,

interconnecting and non-smoking rooms. Suitable for the physically

challenged.

Superior City View Rooms:These rooms offer a view

of the city. Balcony,

air-conditioning, hairdryer,

TV, data ports, minibar

and safe.

Nile View Rooms: Additionally

these rooms offer scenic views

of the Nile River.

Sports and leisure: Outdoor

pool, children’s pool, fitness

centre, sauna, jacuzzi, steam

bath and massage.

Check-in: 1400 hours

Check-out: 1200 hours.

Egyptian Museum

Superior City View Room

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Location: Downtown.

This modern hotel enjoys a prime location on Roda Island in the

middle of the Nile River. Designed to maximise the river scenery,

all guest rooms and restaurants provide a spectacular view of the

famous Nile River. The Galleria provides one of the most luxurious

and satisfying shopping experiences in Cairo, in addition to a wide

variety of retail shopping outlets to suit everyone’s taste. Cairo

International Airport is 25 kilometres away.

Facilities: 710 rooms and suites. Five restaurants, two bars,

24-hour room service, nightclub, shopping arcade, beauty salon,

business centre, interconnecting

and non-smoking rooms.

Grand Rooms: Air-conditioning,

hairdryer, bathrobe, TV, data ports,

minibar and safe.

Sports and leisure: Outdoor pool,

fitness centre, sauna, jacuzzi, steam

bath and massage.



Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah

Location: Downtown, Gezirah.

Located in the centre of Cairo, a stone’s throw away from the

Egyptian Museum, the Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah enjoys a superlative

location in the middle of the Nile River. All rooms and restaurants

are overlooking the Nile and will offer you multiple options to

appreciate the spirit of the historical city, while being away from

the traffic and the turbulence of Cairo. Cairo International Airport

is 24 kilometres away.

Facilities: 433 rooms and suites. Six restaurants, bar, 24-hour

room service, shops, hairdresser, beauty salon, business centre,

interconnecting and non-smoking

rooms.

Superior Rooms: Balcony,

air-conditioning, hairdryer, bathrobe,

TV, data ports, minibar and safe.


fitness centre, spa, sauna, jacuzzi,

steam bath, solarium and massage.



Location: Garden city.

A luxury boutique hotel that blends European flair with Egyptian

charm. Located in the heart of Cairo, the Kempinski Nile Hotel

Garden City Cairo is just a short walk from the Egyptian Museum,

Cairo Opera House and Cairo Tower. Cairo International Airport

is 35 kilometres away.

Facilities: 191 rooms and suites. Five restaurants, three bars,

24-hour room service, beauty

salon, safety deposit boxes,

business centre, library, butler

service and non-smoking rooms.

Madina Deluxe Rooms: These

rooms offer a garden city view.

Balcony, TV, minibar, tea and

coffee and safe.

Sports and leisure: Outdoor

pool, fitness room, spa, sauna,

jacuzzi and massage.

Check in: 1500 hours

Check out: 1200 hours.

Cairo Hotels

Kempinski Nile Hotel Garden City Cairo

Grand Room

Madina Deluxe Room

Superior Room

Grand Hyatt Cairo

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Location: Heliopolis.

With its unique fusion of ancient and modern cultures, the Fairmont

Towers, Heliopolis offers unrivalled luxury in the City of the Sun.

Whether you visit for business or leisure, there’s no better way

to experience the grandeur of Cairo than through the spectacular

hospitality of this hotel. Cairo International Airport is six kilometres

away.

Facilities: 247 rooms and suites. Four restaurants, bar, 24-hour

room service, shops, safety deposit boxes, beauty salon, business

centre, babysitting, interconnecting

and non-smoking rooms. Suitable

for the physically challenged.

Fairmont Rooms: Air-conditioning,


minibar, tea and coffee and safe.


fitness centre, spa, sauna, steam

bath and massage.



Fairmont Nile City

Location: Downtown Cairo.

This hotel is situated on the banks of the famed Nile River. Equipped

with the most advanced design and technology to serve the needs

of the discerning traveller, the hotel is also intimately attuned to its

surroundings. With sweeping panoramic views of the Nile River and

the Pyramids in the distance, Cairo’s natural beauty and ancient

history are always in sight. Fairmont Nile city offers the finest venue

to host a hospitality event which is part of the prestigious Nile City

complex. Cairo International Airport is 24 kilometres away.

Facilities: 567 rooms and suites. Seven restaurants, two bars,

24-hour room service, beauty salon, business centre, babysitting,

interconnecting and non-smoking rooms.

Fairmont Rooms: Air-conditioning, hairdryer,

bathrobe, TV, data ports, tea and coffee,

minibar and safe.

Deluxe Nile Rooms: Additionally these rooms

have a Nile view.

Sports and leisure: Rooftop and children’s

pool, fitness centre and spa.

Check-in: 1500 hours/Check-out: 1200 hours.

Location: Heliopolis.

Situated just minutes away from the Cairo International Conference

Centre, the InterContinental Cairo Citystars is one of the most

beautiful hotels in the city. It is part of the spectacular Citystars

project, the largest retail and entertainment centre in Europe and

the Middle East. Cairo International Airport is six kilometres away.

Facilities: 790 rooms and suites. 10 restaurants, three bars,

24-hour room service, shopping arcade, business centre,


challenged.

Standard Rooms: Air-conditioning,


tea and coffee, minibar and safe.

Sports and leisure: Indoor and outdoor

pool, fully-equipped fitness centre,

sauna, jacuzzi, steam bath, tennis court,

squash court, basketball and volleyball

court.



Cairo Hotels

InterContinental Cairo Citystars

Fairmont Room

Standard Room

Deluxe Nile Room

Fairmont Towers, Heliopolis

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Location: Zamalek.

Located in the heart of Cairo, the Cairo Marriott is set amidst

six acres of lush and tranquil gardens. Combining a former royal

luxurious palace with twin towers, this hotel with a casino offers

a blend of traditional elegance and contemporary facilities. The

hotel’s stunning interiors are adorned with antiques and magnificent

furnishings to offer the finest and modern accommodation. Cairo


Facilities: 1,140 rooms and suites. 12 restaurants, three bars, 24-hour

room service, casino, shopping arcade, hairdresser, beauty salon,

business centre, interconnecting and

non-smoking rooms.

Standard Rooms: Balcony, air-conditioning,

hairdryer, TV, data ports, minibar and safe.

Sports and leisure: Outdoor pool, children’s

pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage,

steam bath and tennis courts.



Cairo Ramses Hilton

Location: Downtown.

This hotel is situated in the heart of the city centre, on the east

bank of the Nile and offers majestic views of Cairo and the Nile

River. It is within walking distance to the main shopping areas,

the world-famous Egyptian Museum and is a 15-minute drive from

Khan-El-Khalili Bazaar. Cairo International Airport is 25 kilometres

away.


24-hour room service, casino, hairdresser, beauty salon, shopping

arcade with air-conditioned cinema theatres, business centre,

babysitting, interconnecting and

non-smoking rooms.

Standard Rooms: Balcony,

air-conditioning, hairdryer, TV,

data ports, minibar, iron and safe.


fitness centre, sauna, jacuzzi, Turkish

steam bath and billiards room.



Location: Giza.

The hotel is located within close proximity of the Giza Pyramids

and a short distance away from the centre of Cairo. Furnished

with Egyptian ornaments and artworks, many of the rooms enjoy

a breathtaking view of the city’s famous monument. Cairo


Facilities: 522 rooms and suites. Five restaurants, bar, 24-hour

room service, safety deposit boxes, shops, beauty salon, business

centre, babysitting, interconnecting

and non-smoking rooms. Suitable

for the physically challenged.

Standard Rooms: Balcony,

air-conditioning, hairdryer,

bathrobe, TV, data ports,

minibar and safe.


children’s pool, fitness centre,

sauna, steam bath and massage.



Cairo Hotels

Le Meridien Pyramids

Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino

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Places of interest: Visit the 4th century St Catherine’s Monastery;

take a safari to the Coloured Canyon with its beautifully-coloured rock

formations.

For the family: Most hotels offer a full programme of family activities

and water sports.

Best buys: Sharm El Sheikh provides good shopping opportunities

with tourist boutiques selling a wide range of Pharaonic souvenirs,

leather goods, jewellery, pottery and beach and diving equipment.

Out and about: Discothèques, restaurants, cafés and nightclubs provide

evening entertainment to suit all tastes.

Sporting attractions: Diving, snorkelling, deep sea fishing expeditions

and a variety of water sports are available. There is an excellent golf

course close by.

Whilst many people’s initial idea of an Egyptian

holiday involves pyramids, ancient temples and

other archaeological treasures, there is much

more to the country than just its distinguished

past. The 21st century is very much in

evidence in comfortable hotels, vivacious

nightclubs and in the comprehensive range

of entertainment. This is nowhere more true

than on the lively, international beaches of

Sharm El Sheikh on the Red Sea coast,

famous for its diving and magnificent beaches.

This cosmopolitan resort, referred to as the

“Red Sea Riviera” with its variety of hotels,

restaurants, shops and bars lies at the

southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula,

where the desert merges with the crystal clear blue waters of the

Red Sea. In recent years, Sharm El Sheikh has transformed itself from

a few traditional fishing villages scattered along the coast to one of

the finest beach resorts in the Middle East, uniting the simple pleasures

of sun, sea, sand and shopping with abundant water sports and some

of the world’s best and most easily accessible reef diving.

Sharm El Sheikh is actually a collection of bays and coves – including

Na’ama Bay, Sharks Bay, Tiger Bay and Garden Bay. Na’ama Bay is the

main entertainment hub. In the evening the promenade comes alive as

holidaymakers enjoy the bars, restaurants and nightclubs.

Sharm El SheikhSinai’s sun and sand paradise

Sharm El Sheikh

Average climate in Sharm El Sheikh

J F M A M J J A S O N D

MAX 0C 21 23 26 31 35 38 39 40 36 33 27 23

MIN 0C 11 11 13 15 18 23 25 28 24 21 15 14

HRS 8 8 8 10 11 12 12 12 12 10 9 9

MM 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Daily maximum and minimum averages are guides only and may vary.

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Location: Om El-Seed.

Located at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt,

the hotel overlooks the shimmering waters of the Red Sea and

features tastefully-furnished rooms and water sports facilities.

Sharm El Sheikh Airport is 15 kilometres away.


24-hour room service, beauty salon, business centre, babysitting,


challenged.

Pool/Garden View Rooms: Balcony, air-conditioning, hairdryer,

bathrobe, TV, data ports, minibar and safe.

Sea View Rooms: Additionally these

rooms are sea-facing.


children’s pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna,

jacuzzi, steam bath, massage, tennis

courts, diving centre, sailing and beach

volleyball.



Sheraton Sharm Hotel, Resort & Villas

Location: Al Pasha Coast.

The hotel is situated on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula,

between a rocky edifice of mountains and the sweeping azure

waters of the Red Sea. Located on one of the world’s most

beautiful coral reefs, the hotel overlooks Tiran Island. Sharm

El Sheikh Airport is five kilometres away.

Facilities: 300 rooms and suites. Three restaurants, bar, 24-hour

room service, nightclub, shopping arcade, beauty salon, safety

deposit boxes, business centre, babysitting, interconnecting

and non-smoking rooms. Suitable for the physically challenged.

Sea View Rooms: These rooms

offer a sea view. Terrace, air-

conditioning, hairdryer, TV, data

ports and minibar.



steam bath, Turkish bath, massage,

tennis courts and diving centre.



Location: Gardens Bay.

Situated on the edge of an aqua oasis embraced by Egyptian

landscapes, the Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh enjoys spectacular

views of Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula. All rooms have a balcony with

views of the popular Na’ama Bay. Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh

hotel is a popular destination for water sports and diving vacations.

Sharm El Sheikh Airport is 11 kilometres away.

Facilities: 439 rooms and suites. Four restaurants, three bars,

24-hour room service, shopping arcade, business centre, children’s

activities, babysitting, interconnecting and non-smoking rooms.

Sea View Rooms: Balcony or

terrace, air-conditioning, hairdryer,

bathrobe, TV, data ports, minibar

and safe.



steam bath, massage and water

sports.



Sharm El Sheikh Hotels

Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh

Sea View Room

Sea View Room

Sea View Room

The Ritz-Carlton Sharm El Sheikh

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