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                <title>Al Salam Camp</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[This lovely little family-run hutted camp is a true oasis of calm on the West Bank - perfect for independent-minded souls who want to be close to all the monuments but avoid the brutal commercialism of the mainstream Luxor scene. Your money goes straight to the local economy, not tour companies, and you'll meet friendly local people who can help you arrange any trips and activities for a fraction of the price on the East Bank.]]></description>
                
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                <title>Donkey Trip to West Bank with Adl El Raof</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[A donkey trip gives you the best views and is the most fun, slightly ridiculous way to see the valley of the kings. We made the mistake of booking through a hotel, who take massive commissions (up to 80% of fee). The donkey trip guides are VERY poor, so why not book direct and cut out the fat? Then they get a fairer deal and you get a cheaper price. Call Abdl on this number: 095/2060352, or 010 472 9416. He will meet you at your hotel and take you on a great 5-6 hour trip which should cost about £4 sterling each.]]></description>
                
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                <title>Tours of the West Bank monuments</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[For many tourists, the way to see the West Bank temples and tombs appears to be the highly priced offerings from their tour company. <br><br>Typical costs are £39 per person for a visit to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepshut's temple and the Valley of the Queens. Included in this price are the ticket prices (approximately £9.50 per person).<br><br>To hire an air-conditioned minibus and a guide, and to visit temples and tombs that you wish to see, will cost at most 200LE (£20) for up to six people (total price), so adding the cost of the tickets, the trip will probably cost an individual in this situation about £12. <br><br>The other plus of this is that you can actually spend as long as you wish at a site, and not have to rush back to take in the obligatory visit to an alabaster or papyrus shop, for which the tour leader on the coach can make up to 50% of your purchase price in commission.]]></description>
                
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                <title>Venus Hotel</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[A good budget option, centrally located. Rooms are basic but clean, friendly staff. Has a pleasant upstairs café. Can also arrange excursions.]]></description>
                
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