samedi 25 octobre 2008


Welcome To Villa Al Diwan
This is our personalized invitation we extending to all our guests. Luxor is an old land, deeply marked by the time and the people who have lived here, leaving a unique legacy of art, culture and traditions. Dip into our traditions and experience our lifestyle. Take advantage of a holiday in Luxor and take home an unforgettable experience.
We have built Villa Al Diwan as if we are going to live in it ourselves, following the philosophy of Hasan Fathy. In this way it very different from any tourist accommodation, planned as a business venture. Our policy assures our guests of a high standard of quality, care for details and efficient, reliable service. We are committed to making your holiday as pleasant as possible. We aim to find the best solution to meet your needs and to realize your every expectation. We always go the “extra mile,” to make your experience and stay in Villa Al Diwan unforgettable.
Our life centers on hospitality and this affects every aspect of our business. We don't have customers or clients, but rather guests and friends. It’s our privilege and pleasure to look after our guests. We are passionate about making our guests feel special and creating a friendly environment for them, at all times.
We believe in the direct relationship between the owner and the guest. Even more importantly, we believe in the friendship that develops from the first contact by e-mail many months pre-ceding the meeting of our guests, in person. The direct relationship with our guests, without any tour operator or travel agent, allows us to promise you the best balance between price and quality, faster responses to your requests and reservations and clear, reliable communications. Without any intermediary we are free to concentrate on meeting the needs of our guests and to guarantee the maximum care of your vacation home.
Accommodation
Villa Al Diwan Your Home Away From Home
"Al-Diwan" in our local dialect and village tradition means ''a coming together'' or "a gathering place". We hope that you will consider the villa your home during your stay and that here in La-Galta village; you will come to know the real Egypt. Villa Al Diwan is an architectural master achievement. Combining contemporary comfort, and oriental refinement. You will reside in an enchanting environment. Villa Al Diwan, is one of the most beautiful villas of Luxor and opens its doors to a few privileged. Consider yourself one! We have built Villa Al Diwan as if we were going to reside in it ourselves, maintaining the philosophy of Hasan Fathy. In this way, it is different from any tourist accommodation, you may have experienced. Our policy assures our guests of a high standard of quality, care for details and efficient, reliable service.
The Villa is located just a few minutes from the hustle and bustle of Luxor city, in the quiet La Galta village, at the edge of the Western banks of the Nile in Luxor.
Villa Al Diwan has a direct view of the Nile River; from the terrace of the villa one has a beautiful view over the Nile valley, the Theban Mountains, the green fields, and the natural life around the villa. Our geographic position is absolutely exceptional. We are close to the Theban Necropolis, the world-wide and renowned cultural center, with just the Nile River separating us from the bustling town of Luxor, which makes Al Diwan easily accessible. This exceptional five bedroom Villa is available for vacation rental, all year around. The Villa, can exclusively be reserved for you. The 5 rooms of the Villa can accommodate 10 people, in exceptional comfort. On the first floor there are five air-conditioned bedrooms - two with king sized beds and the other three with twin single beds. The main bedrooms at the front of the property have terraces overlooking the Nile. The master bedroom (one of the terraced rooms) also has an en-suite shower-room. There are also two additional bathrooms on this floor, to be shared by the other 4 rooms. Every room of the villa has either a domed or a vaulted ceiling. The ground level comprises of : a dining room, open views of the river Nile from a well appointed ground-level terrace, a snug area with chimney (for the winter nights of course!) a comfortable sitting area, a kitchen, a bathroom, a storage room and an office, which opens out onto the terrace-garden. Up on the large panoramic roof terrace, overlooking the Nile and the surrounding countryside, the views are simply spectacular and breathtaking!
WE ARE PROUD TO BE HERE AT YOUR SERVICE. We are opening our world to you!
Villa Location
How to reach Villa Al Diwan?
Our geographic position is absolutely exceptional: we are close to the Theban Necropolis, the world-wide, renowned cultural centre, just a 3km distance from the city center, if you travel via boat. 5km, if you cross the river via taxi, or 15km, if you cross Luxor bridge to the West bank. See the maps to know where we are situated. We always take care of our guests once they arrive at Luxor (we can arrange for meeting of our guests, at any port in Egypt). Just correspond to us with the detailed dates of your arrival and we shall arrange it for your convenience. If you want to find Villa Al Diwan yourself, enclosed are details as to how you are able to reach us:
Across the Nile:
You can take the local ferry from Luxor Corniche, to West Bank. The ferry crosses the river constantly, until late in the evening, when it becomes less frequent. You can also cross the river by private motor boat (Captain Omar is always ready to be of assistance!). There are ample taxis waiting at the ferry terminal, to take visitors around the monuments, so you can ask any one of them, to take you to La Galta Village, Villa Al Diwan. Or you can go to the local taxi stop and take the one that goes to La Galta village (south direction).
By Road:
You can take a taxi from Luxor, which will take the lengthy route across the new Nile Bridge (7km south of the city). As soon as the taxi has left the bridge, it will take a right turn, after 4km you will reach La Galta Village. Then you will head towards the river. You will find us, just to the north of the terminal of the local ferry.
Bicycles can be hired in Luxor or at Al-Gezira villa, on the West Bank. 1km after leaving Al-Gezira, take the first road to your left. Continue for another 4km, until you reach La Galta village.
Once you are sure that you are in La Galta village, then look for the Nile River and try to find the local ferry boat there, we are located close to it – approximately a few meters, on the north.
Our Services
We have built Villa Al Diwan with the concept of a home away from home, this way it ensures a different type of tourist accommodation facility, as normally expected. Our policy assures our guests of a high standard of quality, care for details and efficient, reliable service.
We are committed to making your holiday as pleasant and hassle free, as possible. We aim to find the best solution to meet your needs and to meet your every expectation. We maintain going the extra mile, to make your stay in Villa Al Diwan unforgettable!


The staff will do their best to make your stay comfortable and pleasant. At your disposal during your stay, we have a house-manager (Edris) to satisfy your every request.
A cook (optional upon request) shall provide you with sumptuous traditional Egyptian dining.

To conserve water and energy, the staff will provide clean sheets and towels only every second day. Please request by management, if you require more frequent services.

You may wish to have breakfast, dinner or lunch on the ground floor terrace overlooking the river, or even on the floor terrace. Notify Edris before he sets the table.

Each bedroom has an air conditioning unit that will heat and cool the room. Instruction sheets are available.

Feel free to use the washing machine in the west. Bathrooms are located on the upper floor and soap is provided.

There is a laundry drying rack on the roof and an iron and ironing board on the ground floor.

The staff can arrange laundry service for you, if you would prefer.

For your total peace of mind we also provide the service of a guard and a gardener, as well as domestic help, to ensure your stay is as comfortable and safe as possible, putting your mind at ease to focus on enjoying your vacation.

Our driver will be there if you may be in need of private transportation facilities.

Omar is the captain of the motorboat ''Cataract'' and his services shall be required if you need water transport, to go to the city or when you need to enjoy your time across the Nile River.

We meet our guests upon arrival at most airports in Egypt and can arrange transfer to the villa, for your convenience.

We will be happy to arrange guided tours in Luxor area and further a field.

Our guides are Egyptologists and they will assist you with guided tours, for an unforgettable trip.
We would welcome any suggestions on how we can improve our services. We aim to please and assist, in making your vacation fun and memorable!
Have an enjoyable stay at Villa Al Diwan!
Our policy assures our guests of a high standard of quality, care for details and efficient, reliable service.

Rates & Booking

Villa Aldiwan weekly rental rates
From 1st May to 30th September
700 € / week

From 1st October to 30th April
900 € / week


New year, Easter and Christmas
1000 € / week

1-Above prices include: linens, bath towels, housekeeping, electricity & daily cleaning,water, electricity, gas and taxes. and it doesn`t include meals.
2-Additional services are available upon request, such as Breakfast ,lunch or dinner, and are to be paid separately.
Before Booking, please read our terms and conditions carefully:
1-A deposit of 20% of the total costs should be paid by money transfer, to confirm your booking. Transfer options include, but are not limited to, Western Union and bank drafts. The remaining payment due for the entire stay is to be paid upon arrival.
2-We accept payment in many different currencies, such as UK pounds, US $, Euro or Egyptian pounds. See currency converter
3-Rates for longer periods of stay are calculated individually, in accordance to length of stay, time of the year and amount of occupants.
4-Minimum stay in Villa Al Diwan is 3 nights, when available. Check Availability (This link opens with new Windows format)
5- Al Diwan is a drug free resort and strictly does not allow the use of drugs on the premises, which is in accordance with Egyptian laws and regulations.
6- For additional information concerning our villa or the surrounding area, please contact us via e-mail and we shall reply at our earliest convenience.
For reservations or more information please contact us at: info.aldiwan@gmail.com or villaluxor@gmail.com
Contact Us
We pride ourselves on our excellent level of service. We are a small business concern and take great pride in offering you the visitor, "the personal touch ", often lacking with larger companies and resorts. For booking and additional information, concerning our villa or travel services, please contact us via e-mail or call us directly and we shall reply at our earliest convenience. We shall gladly meet you in person, if you are in Luxor.
Luxor for Tourism Development & International Trade Ltd. Mr. Alaa Aly Taie
57 Ahmed Esmat St. off TV. Str
Telefax: +2 095 2364852
Mobile: +2 0101601214
About Us
Who are we?
We are a Franco-Egyptian Limited company, specialized in tourism development, Real Estate Marketing and Management & Consultation Services. Our commercial name is ''Luxor for Tourism Development & International Trade Ltd.'' and registered under Licence N° 11237- 23/05/2004. The company Director is also one of the partners, Mr. Alaa Taie, who has experience in the tourism and real estate market in Luxor, for several years. He is able and willing to answer all enquiries, in both English and French. We pride ourselves in our excellent level of service. We are a small business and take great satisfaction in offering you the guest, personalized service, often lacking with larger companies and resorts. We have a small team of conscientious, trustworthy and dedicated staff, who aim to ensure security & comfort for our guests. Luxor Development, works directly with the owners and do not use any intermediary or middle man. This system allows us to offer true and affordable prices to our guests.
How we serve you?
1) Real estate service (legal consultation- constructing / finishing departments- property management) 2) We can assist you to find your dream home, here in Luxor or Aswan.
3) Our legal department will secure your side, by checking the Property documents, making sure if it is legally permitted or not, before we sell any property to you.
4) We can assist you with an extended stay visa, enabling you to buy and reside in Egypt.
5) We are ready to help you with property insurance, to cover yourself from any problems that could arise with your property.
6) We assist in furnishing and decorating your property according to the style and décor that you prefer, as we have our professional staff, who shall assist you to finalize the necessities of your property, in the accordance with the best standard, in a very short period and maintaining a very reasonable cost.
7) We offer maintenance and after sale service for your property (security-cleaning-maintenance).
8) We can assist you with the management of the rental of your property, whilst you are not in the country. This guarantees that you benefit from your property, in a very secure manner. You can manage it from your home destination and we are here to take care of your property and guest, in your absence.
9) We keep you updated with all the new trends, concerning the Real estate field in Egypt, if you are interested in that field for future business development.
Here are some of added services offered:
Legal Service
A reputable lawyer is a vital & integral part of buying an overseas property. We constantly work with legal experts from throughout Egypt and we would be more than capable and happy to refer you to someone.
Foreign Bank Accounts
Should you require a foreign bank account, we can assist with this service. This can be done either during your visit, via your lawyer or directly with the bank, by post.
Local Knowledge & Further Information
If you would like any other information or advice on local schools, leisure facilities, good restaurants &/or further information that you may require, we will do our best to find you the right answers and shall reply at our earliest convenience with response to your concerns.
Why Visit Luxor?
Travel to Luxor and you will know why it is one of Egypt's great tourist attractions. It is also commonly known as the world's largest open air museum. Tourists have been visiting the area since the Greco-Roman times, so you won't be the first! There are so many splendid temples and monuments to visit.
Luxor is an obligatory stop for the first time cultural tourist to Egypt and for many repeat visitors. A second attraction is the natural beauty of the Theban Mountains and the Nile River, which offer outstanding scenery for all types of tourists. A third attraction is the local village life present in the Luxor and throughout the river valley, relevant for the cultural tourist. This beauty is not at all unique to Luxor as it is found throughout the Nile river valley and in many of the country's Oases. Finally, a fourth attraction is the mild, dry sunny weather of the region for most of the year particularly in the winter months

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