Middle East Travel

Ancient Sands

  1. Keith64
  2. hughtaylor
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1.   Jan 20, 2007 4:03 AM

» Keith64 - Egypt.


Hugh:

I read the 'Ancient Sands' blog with great interest ... it's good to see something new in this area, as there is a sort of 'been there; done that' ethos about the Nile valley.

Does the 'exclusive tour' of the Gizeh plateau mean freedom from the hawkers and touts? (I don't think they're a problem, but they do put many people off)

Definitely recommend the Gizeh plateau sound and light show ... although, for my money, THE best is the one at Philae. But, with all S&L shows, you need to check that the one on the day you decide to attend will be presented in a language you can understand.

Cheers!

Keith

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2.   Jan 22, 2007 1:16 AM

» hughtaylor - Egypt.

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As I understand it Keith Ancient Sands Exclusive Tours will have freedom from hawkers and touts. The company appear to have negotiated deals which will allow them access when they place is not already crawling with tourists. But for me the big attraction is having Robert Bauval the world famous author of 'The Orion Mystery' on hand to answer questions.
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3.   Jan 24, 2007 12:26 AM

» Keith64 - Egypt.

In response to Egypt. posted by hughtaylor:
negotiated deals which will allow them access when they place is not already crawling with tourists.

They'll have to get up REALLY early, then, although I suspect 'Achmet the Postcards' will be there whenever there's 50 piastres to be made! happy
What I'd really welcome is something different to see. There are, I'm told, plenty of other sites than the better-known ones, but they aren't open to the public yet.

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4.   Jan 28, 2007 10:51 AM

» hughtaylor - Egypt.

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That's always the thing about organised tours. They tend to go to the places that are already well known. I like to get off the beaten track and do my own thing so tend to avoid tours. This one appeals to me because the author will be there to answer questions.

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