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Eastern Mediterranean Cyprus neighboring Cultural Middle East

2011-11-30T14:32:00.000-08:00

Cyprus may be considered as Europe's sun rising country, however is just 25 minutes flight from Lebanon's Beirut airport and just an hour's flight from Cairo-Egypt, Amman-Jordan, Tel Aviv-Israel. Located between or surrounded by Greece and Turkey. Cyprus with more than 9000years of history has a lot to explore. I am aware that millions of people from USA, or Japan - China and Australia, visit every year Petra in Jordan, Pyramids in Egypt and Jerusalem - Israel. Or even a combination of all these countries. All above countries have historical culture to promote. So as our small island in the eastern mediterranean. Cyprus may be well known for its sunshiny days and beach holidays or tourist night life in certain resorts surely mostly to europeans, however as mentioned earlier has a lot of history and surely worth at least a 3nights/4 days stay on the island.

Other authors have written extensively on the sites / monuments - Unesco protected or byzantine sites of Cyprus and have thought is no need to repeat these once again. Just wanted to give emphasis on the fact that Cyprus is so close to Middle East and those of the travelers will be travelling to Middle Eastern countries perhaps they would consider including Cyprus in their itinerary with the assistance of their local travel consultant at the origin point.

If it helps i usually recommend to our associates abroad that is best they have their customers accommodated in Limassol. Limassol based visitors can explore one day to western Cyprus - Paphos, one day to the mountain - central cyprus and the third day to Capital Nicosia or to eastern Cyprus (Larnaca - Ayia Napa area). Additionally we should note that Limassol is open all year round which makes it ideal as it combines beach, shopping and big city facilities.

The two international airports of Paphos and Larnaca are just 50 minutes drive.

Gigabyte dealers trip to Cyprus (from Syria)

2011-04-30T14:19:00.000-07:00

Chronos Travel Cyprus recently organized an appreciation trip to Cyprus for Gigabyte dealers of Syria coordinated by Sunlight Travel. The Group arrived on 16th April 2011 and started with a tour to the Troodos Mountains, stopping via Kakopetria village for Lunch. Accommodation for 2 nights was in Limassol at the Mediterranean Beach Hotel. Other tours taken were Safari Jeep exploring the unspoilt region of Akamas, Avakas Gorge, Baths of Aphrodite and of course tasting delicious sea food at the seaside village of Latschi. The same evening we took a cruise with dinner whilst watching the sunset. The next day we headed to the capital Nicosia enjoying a walking tour of the old city, exploring its narrow alleyways amongst the Venetian Walls. We ate the most delicious fish meze in Acropolis and had time the next day for some souvenir shopping, stopping to see the Cyprus Mall before arriving in Larnaca. A quick stop at the Hala Sultan Tekke on the salt lake. With some extra time to spare we enjoyed an orientation tour of Palm Tree promenade “Corniche” before arriving at Larnaca Airport for the Departure back to Syria. Chronos travel was careful to ensure that every detail from start to finish was strategically arranged to provide a rewarding and memorable experience for the entire group. Our thanks to Sunlight Travel Syria and Gigabyte for their trust in our services in Cyprus. (Manolis Manoli - Incoming Operations). Chronos travel organizes incoming services throughout Cyprus for Groups and individuals. For more details and contact please visit our website www.chronostravel.com.

2011-01-19T09:18:00.000-08:00

MAGELLAN TRAVEL CLUB CO., LTD.
JAPAN
Cyprus Tour - Cyprus Insight Cultural Tour Itinerary
Day 1 23Nov2010
Meet your guide and half day sightseeing of The HALA SULTAN TEKKESI
and St.LAZARUS CHURCH.
Transfer to LIMASSOL
Lunch at the local restaurant.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel in LIMASSOL.
Day 2 24Nov 2010
Hot Buffet breakfast at hotel.
Full day excursion of LEFKARA( THE MUSEUM OF TRADITIONAL
EMBROIDERY AND SILVER SMITHING) and KHIROTIKIA SETTLEMENT
with guide.
Lunch at the local restaurant.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel in LIMASSOL
Day 3 25Nov 2010
Hot Buffet breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to PAPHOS via KOLOSSI MEDIEVAL CASTLE, THE SANCHUARY
OF APOLLO HYLATES,THE CURIUM ARCHAELOGICAL SITE, PETRA
TOU ROMIOU, THE PAPHOS MOSAICS,THE TOMBS OF THE KINGS with
g u i d e . .
Lunch at the local restaurant.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel in PAPHOS.
Day 4 26Nov 2010
Hot Buffet breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to NOCOSIA via TRODOS ( ASINOU CHIURCH, ASIOS NIKALAOS
TIS STEGIS, PANAGIA TIS PODITHOU etc,) and OMODOS with guide.
Lunch at the local restaurant.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel in NICOSIA.
Day 5 27Nov2010
Hot Buffet breakfast at hotel.
View of THE GREEN LINE INCLUDING CHECK POINT.
Fullday excursion to GIRNE(BELLAPAIS ABBEY ,KYRENIA
CASTLE,CHURCH OF ST.GEORGES,SHIPWECK MUSEUM）with guide.
Sightseeing of THE BUYUK HAN, SELIMIYE CAMII etc. with guide.
Lunch at the local restaurant.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel in NICOSIA.
Day 6 28Nov2010
Hot Buffet breakfast at hotel.
Full day excursion to FAMAGUSTA (OTHELLO’S TOWER, CASTLE WALL,
ST.NICOLAS CHURCH) and SALAMIS ARCHAELOGICAL SITE with guide.
Lunch at the local restaurant.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel in NICOSIA.
Day 7 29Nov2010
19:30
Hot Buffet breakfast at hotel.
Free in the morning.
Lunch at the local restaurant.
After lunch, sightseeing of THE FAMAGUSTA GATE, St JOHNS
CATHEDRAL and CYPRUS MUSEUM with guide.
Dep for DXB
Coach: with air condition
Guide: Japanese speaking or English speaking
Hotel: 4 star or 5star
Tour size: 4person+ 1free (tour leader), 6+1, 8+1
Meal: lunch/standard menu, dinner/ superior menu
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25a, 25th March Street
2408 Engomi
Nicosia – Cyprus
TEL: +35722464040
FAX: +35722464041
chronos@chronostravel.com
www.chronostravel.com
Above Magellan suggested program includes:
- Meet and assistance at Larnaca Airport
- Escorted, Official Cyprus Tourism Organisation Guide, during tours (Cyprus Free part)
- Luxury 4 or 8 seater vehicles (depending on your group capacity)
- 2 nights accommodation in Limassol in a 4 star hotel on HALF Board basis
- 1 night accommodation in Paphos in a 4 star hotel on HALF Board basis
- 3 nights accommodation in Nicosia in a 4 star hotel on HALF Board basis
- 7 lunches in local restaurants based on the itinerary program area
- Entrance to the sites
- Services of our Organisation
- 6 nights 7 days as per above program
NOT INCLUDED:
- Air flights to Cyprus
- Tips to driver and Guide
PRICES: Below prices are per person NET in EUROS based on TWIN Sharing room.
NOTE: Maximum persons 8

CAARI Archaeological Tour of Jordan (from Cyprus)

2010-07-29T07:39:00.000-07:00

April 1 - 8, 2011

Sponsored by the Cyprus American Archeological Research Institute

*Mount Nebo *Kerak Castle *Aqaba * Petra *Jerash *Ajloun Castle *Amman *Madaba

*Jordan Valley sites, including Pella and Umm Qais

*Desert Castles Qasr Amra and Qasr-el-Kharanna

* Petra (one of the new seven wonders of the world)

Tour Hosted by Thomas W. Davis Ph. D., Director, CAARI. Dr Davis has a Ph.D. in Syro-Palestinian Archeology and excavated in Jordan in 1982 and 1983. As part of the tour we will visit our sister institute ACOR (American Center of Oriental Research) and meet Dr Barbara Porter, Director. Tom and his wife Jenny will host a pre-tour get-together at CAARI before departure.

Chronos Travel AgencyTour Information:

Cost: 1,525 euros per person (Single room supplement: 364 euros for Complete stay).

Package includes:

Return flights from/to Amman via Royal Jordanian airlines (Departure from Larnaca - Cyprus)
Meet and assist at Amman airport upon arrival and departure
7 nights accommodation at 4* and 5* hotels (based on standard twin share room)
Daily breakfast and dinner: Lunches on Days 5, 6, and 7
Transportation in private air-conditioned bus wiht professional driver
English speaking cultural guide
Entrance fees to all tour locations and sites
Porterage at hotels and airport
Airport taxes
Jordan entry visa
Tax-deductible donation to CAARI

Not included: beverages, lunches on Day 1-4, tips, travel insurance (optional)

Tour limit: 20 persons. Signups will be taken on a first-come, first-serve basis. A deposit of 250euros per person to hold your place must be given to Mary Manoli, Chronos travel, 25a, 25th Martiou Str., Engomi 2408, Nicosia. (Phone 0035722464040 or email mary@chronostravel.com) by August 31, 2010.

Preferred payment by cash/bank transfer (Bank of Cyprus, Laiki, Hellenic, or Alpha) or by Cyprus cheque. Credit card payments: a surcharge of 2.5% applies on total cost. If you do not already have travel insurance, its purchase is highly recommended.

IML Group Conference in Cyprus

2010-07-29T06:27:00.000-07:00

"The IML Group recently hosted a Conference in Cyprus organized by Chronos Travel.

The IML Group conference was held at the Elias Beach Hotel in Limassol during the second week of July 2010.

Delegates arrived from various Countries in the Middle East and Gulf region.

The IML Group, "Delivering Support & Marketing Solutions". has a strong presence in the region.

The conference was a great success and inspired all who attended.

For all your tours or conferences to Cyprus or even tours From Cyprus to Middle east or Gulf please contact the Chronos Travel team.

Classmates reunite with Cyprus Ambassador in Kenya

2010-07-24T08:11:00.000-07:00

Last week i had received a surprising call from a mate of during high school years, requesting me to attend a reunion gathering, on the occasion of his excellency the ambassador of Cyprus in magical Kenya, Mr Agis Loizou would have been in Cyprus for a few days, therefore thought is best we all reunite.
Elegant Katy who organised the whole event, at the place she runs in Nicosia, the COuntry CLub, located just a few minutes from Nicosia, direction to Limassol, was the event's meeting place. Having had liaise with my old friend Christos, we had arranged to meet at his house and from there on, headed to the Country CLub.

Surprisingly, the second one, the past week, I have realised it was just us there, I mean the old class mates only. No other people, nor customers of Country Club were there. Absolute Exclusivity. After we had our chats from the past and present we proceeded for dinner. I must say it has been the first time in my life that had attended an event whose only guests were a bunch of people, all of us together, twenty in total.

The place seem to have recently been renovated, food was excellent and the staff was very willing. During course we had exchanged lots of ideas, one of them being the suggestion to organize a familiarization trip to Nairobi.. Agis's Embassy base. Most of the schoolmates were not aware that my self operates, together with other colleagues, Tailor Made Holidays to the Middle East and Beyond under the Chronos Leisure tours and tailor made journeys license.

Lastly when we all agreed to pay our dividend, Kate had not accepted to receive any amounts. Kate, from as long as i remember in life, has always been generous and has proved so once more again. Kate tank you for all.

I have thought to express my thoughts.
Manolis

The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie - Footsteps in Egypt

2010-07-13T11:30:00.000-07:00

ACT the oldest English-language amateur dramatics group in CYprus, presented recently the Mousetrap, by Agatha Christie.

Chronos Leisure tours and Tailor Made Journeys contributed to the play.

Footsteps of Agatha Christie in Egypt

Universally acknowledged as the "Queen of Crime", Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time, outsold only by the bible ans Shakespeare.

One of the most inspiring places that caused Agatha Christie to write was on the Nile in Egypt. Here she wrote tha famous novel "Death on the Nile".

Private tours can be arranged tracing het footsteps along the Nile. Some of the most famous hotels in the world are where she stayed and wrote. One of which is the Old Winter Palace in Luxor a beautiful victorian building set amongst luscious gardens is like stepping back in time.

Chronos travel can arrange a tailor made program that follows the "Footsteps of Agatha Christie in Egypt". Nile cruises along the Nile start from only EUR599 per person including meals and tours along the Nile. Extension stay is possible in Luxor or Aswan to experience the amazing hotels once visited by the famous Novelist herself.

For more details please contact Mary at Chronos travel on 22464040

Chronos travel organises quality tours, private journeys and tailor made itineraries to some of the world's most fascinating regions. Each holiday is unique allowing you to explore your own interests, preferred style of accommodation and travel at your own pace allowing you flexibility, independence to suit your needs, time and budget. You are not beholden to a group itinerary or schedule all all local travel arrangements are made using private guides and drivers wherever possible.

Here are some suggestions for tailor made journeys which can include:

Hot air balooning in Luxor, exploring the Taj Mahal & Rajasthan, Safari in Kenya, swimming with dolphins, wine tasting in South Africa, classic Nile Cruise, following the footsteps of Agatha Christie or simply relax and rejuvenate on one of the Indian Ocean Islands.

Our expertise along with the quality service we provide and the attention to details, give a reason to many of our clients to return time and time again to book their next tour.

For more inspiration visit us at http://www.chronostravel.com/ or contact us to order a free colour brochure!.

25a, 25th March Street Engomi Nicosia - Cyprus

chronos@chronostravel.com

Chronos Leisure Tours blog

2010-06-22T02:51:00.000-07:00

Chronos Leisure tours specialise in Tailor Made and Group Travel options so whether it is Middle East ie Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon or even beyond, India or Kenya let our experience make yours.

This blog site is a forum in which we share our travel and company experiences.....

Please feel free to comment on any articles posted on this site. We welcome your views and appreciate comments and feedback relating to destinations we currently feature in our brochure.

Thank you
Mary Manoli
Travel Manager

travel to Cyprus:Culture Travel World Tour Guide

2010-06-12T06:13:00.000-07:00

travel to Cyprus:Culture Travel World Tour Guide

2010-06-06T02:13:00.000-07:00

Unforgettable memories Cairo Nile View - February 2008. Photo taken chronos travel - cyprus

2010-06-06T02:07:00.000-07:00

Mary Manoli, Tour Manager, Chronos leisure tours and tailor made journeys - Cyprus - during an educational tour to Cairo in February 2008.

Egypt & Libya World War II Tour – Anzac Day

2010-02-16T06:11:00.000-08:00

Dear Chronos Leisure Tours, clients,

Hello, hope you are well.

Chronos Leisure Tours are organising a World war II to Egypt and Libya.

Please see below our itinerary:

Egypt & Libya World War II Tour – Anzac Day

Duration: 8 Days

Brief Itinerary

Day 1 - 19 April
Depart Larnaca 1930 arrive Cairo 1955 flight MS742. Meet and assistance upon arrival, transfer to Cairo for overnight stay.

Day 2 - 20 April
Full day private tour of Cairo with Egyptologist guide. Visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Egyptian museum of antiquities and the medieval Khan el Khalili bazaar. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 3 - 21 April
Transfer to Alexandria (180km). Full day private guided tour of Alexandria. Visit Catacombs, Pompey's pillar, Roman Amphitheatre and new library. Overnight in Alexandria.

Day 4 - 22 April
Transfer across the El Salloom border to meet the Libyan guide and driver. Continue to Tobruk. Dinner and overnight in Tobruk or to Al Burdi for dinner and overnight (option)

Day 5 - 23 April
Visit World War II cemetery in Tobruk accompanied by English speaking local guide. Dinner and overnight in Tobruk

Day 6 - 24 April
Transfer to El Salloom border into Egypt and continue to El Alamein. Dinner and overnight

Day 7 - 25 April - Anzac Day
Visit El Alamein World War II battlefields and Commonwealth War Cemeteries including the war museum. Transfer from El Alamein to Cairo for overnight

Day 8 - 26 April
Morning free at leisure in Cairo. Transfer to Cairo airport for return flight. Depart Cairo 1610 arrive Larnaca 1830 MS741.

Accommodation based on standard twin room:

19 – 21 April 4*Flamenco Golden Tulip hotel, Cairo on BB
21 – 22 April 4*Paradise Inn Metropole Hotel Alexandria on BB
22 – 24 April 2*hotel in Tobruk on HB
24 – 25 April 3*Charm Life Hotel El Alamein on HB
25 - 26 April 4*Flamenco Golden Tulip hotel, Cairo on BB

No of passengers on tour:
1 pax solo
P/P in SGL EUR2799
2 – 3 pax
P/P in TWN EUR1955
4 – 6 pax
P/P in TWN EUR1535
7 – 9 pax
P/P in TWN EUR1355
10 – 12 pax
P/P in TWN EUR1229
Per Person

Optional supplements:
Single Room Supplement: €248
Sea View Supplement at Metropole Hotel Alexandria: €13 per person
Al Burdi hotel 4* in Libya (90 minutes from Tobruk) €85 per person for 2 nights

Package Includes:-

- Return flight to Cairo with Egypt Air
- Transfers in Cairo (Airport / Hotel & Hotel/Airport) on 19 & 26 April .
- Road Transfer Cairo / Alexandria on 21/04 .
- Road Transfer Alexandria / El Salloom Border Egypt side on 22/04 .
- Road Transfer from El Salloom border Libyan side to Tobruk on 22/04
- Road Transfer from Tobruk to El Salloom Libyan border on 24/4
- Road Transfer El Salloom Border Egypt side/ El Alamein on 24/04
- Road Transfer El Alamein / Cairo on 25/04 .
- Full day private guided tour in Cairo (Pyramids , Sphinx & Egyptian Museum & Bazaar)
- Full day private guided tour in Alexandria (Catacombs , Pompey's Pillar , Roman Amphitheatre & new Library) .
- Entrance fees to sights mentioned
- visits WWII cemetery in Tobruk accompanied by English speaking local guide
- Visit El Alamein Battle Field Cemetery and Military Museum .
- Assistance at El Salloum border upon arrival & departure .
- 3 nights accommodation at Flamenco Hotel Cairo on bed & breakfast .
- 1 nights accommodation at Paradise Inn Metropole Hotel on bed & breakfast .
- 2 nights accommodation at 2 star hotel in Tobruk on half board
- 1 night accommodation at Charm Life Hotel in El Alamein on half board .
- passport registration tax in Libya
- Visa on arrival at Libyan border
- airport tax

Package excludes:-

- Egypt Entry Visa "payable twice" ($18.00 per person) .
- Lunch throughout the trip .
- Dinner on 19 , 20 , 21 & 25 April .
- drinks
- Tips to drivers & guides

* Please note:

1. You will have to pay for Egypt Entry visa twice .
First time when you arrive at Cairo Airport on day 01 and second time when you
arrive from El Salloum border on day 05 .

2. The hotels in Tobruk are very basic . The best hotel in Tobruk
(Al Jaghboub Hotel) is only 2 stars . The agent in Libya suggests to book
accommodation in an area called Al Burdi where they can book
a new 4* hotel called Al Burdi Hotel (which is more expensive , but a better
standard than Al Jaghboub).
The drive from Al Burdi to Tobruk is 90 minutes .

3. The information required for arranging the entry visa to Libya is as follows :-
a) passport's details to be sent three weeks before arrival date
b) Title, Full name, Nationality, Date of birth, Place of birth, Occupation, Passport
number, Date of issue and Date of expiry.

Once we have the above info, the Libyan agent will apply locally and will normally
get the visa authorization letter only 02 days prior to group's arrival. Once they have
the authorization; they will send us a scanned copy via email for the group to use on
the Egypt side of border, and the original copy will be with the Libya tour leader
waiting for the group at the border.

4. Please note that the Libya tour leader and transport will only be allowed to the
no-mans-land between the Egypt and Libya side of border.

Please contact me for any further details.
Await your feedback

Kind regards
Mary

Mary Manoli
Tour Consultant

Leisure Tours & Tailor-Made Journeys!
Nicosia, Cyprus
Email: chronos@chronostravel.com Web: http://www.chronostravel.com/
Tel: +357 22464040 Fax:+357 22464041
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