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HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
Perfect kite-surfing conditions > Crystal clear sea > Immaculate kite-surfing centre > Quality instruction and equipment > Combining activity and culture

On your first day in Cairo, Original Travel’s expert guides can explain the mysteries and construction of the last remaining ancient wonder of the world, the Pyramids of Giza. Enjoy a privately escorted trip around these wonderful archaeological sites before a 2.5 hour transfer to the Red Sea coast at Ras Sudr.

Ras Sudr is home to unparalleled kite-surfing conditions, for beginners and experts alike. A steady cross-shore wind blows along the calm blue waters of the Gulf of Suez. 500 foot of waist-deep water stretch out from the uncharacteristically fine sandy beach making for ideal kite-surfing conditions.

From here the bay sweeps out a further kilometre to a sand bar where a slight chop is raised by the wind, making it ideal for the more adventurous free-riding kitesurfer. Wind conditions are near perfect all year round although the best winds blow from May to September. The wind tends to build during the afternoon and dies away again in the evening. For those into wind-surfing, Ras Sudr is also a fantatsic location.

Original Travel has tied up with Ras Sudr’s brand new Kite-Surfing Centre which has stacks of new equipment, excellent instructors and a lovely shaded chill-out area with good food, drinks and music.

In Cairo, stay at The Mena House Hotel, originally a royal lodge for Khedive Ismail, the King of Egypt in the late 1800s, who stayed there during hunting trips in the desert. This historic building boasts a prime setting, overlooking the Pyramids. Alternatively, choose the superb new Four Seasons Nile Plaza in downtown Cairo, with its comprehensive range of facilities, including the city's largest spa.

In Ras Sudr, stay at either the 3-star Ramada, just a stone’s throw from the Kite-Surfing Centre or in nearby Green Creative, a 4-star option just a mile away.

Key information:

Kite surfing Centre
Equipment – 20 boards, 60 North Kites (sizes 4 sqm – 18 sqm)
Tuition – Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert, Private Lessons
Rental – Yes, compressor for inflating kites
Languages spoken – French, English, German, Arabic

Weather
Best wind period – May to September
Water temperature – Spring average <=22, Summer >=27, Autumn >=24
Air temperature – Spring average <=19, Summer >=30, Autumn >=26
Recommended wetsuit – Winter: Short sleeve Steamer or Shorty, Summer: Lycra/shorty
Wind direction – Sideshore from right, sometimes south wind and small waves

% of days with wind of force 4 or above
Jan – 48, Feb – 58, Mar – 78, Apr – 80, May – 82, Jun – 91, Jul – 93, Aug – 90, Sep – 95, Oct – 92, Nov – 92, Dec - 68

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PRICES
The price shown above is based on the sample itinerary, with flights in economy class, accommodation on a B&B basis (or more where stated), transfers and activities specific to this trip. Where prices fluctuate throughout the year, the price is based on low season rates and where more than one accommodation option is listed, on the cheapest available. We would be delighted to put together a current and 100% accurate quotation based on your specific travel requirements, so please contact the relevant member of our expert team.

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