ANCIENT EGYPT
ISIS AND THE GREAT PYRAMID
06 - 19 October 2010
Opening of Portal 10th October 2010
Song of the Nile
Sacred River blessed be
Sacred Nile, please bless me
Love and nurture, nourish too
May her blessings come to you!
(Composer: Carol Strike, participant to March 2010 Egypt retreat)
Amazing facts about the Great Pyramid of Cheops
The Great Pyramid of Cheops at Giza is probably the most remarkable building
in existence on the face of our planet today. It was built with such precision
that our current technology cannot replicate it.
Even the mortar used in building the pyramid is of an unknown origin- it
cannot be reproduced, is stronger than stone and is still holding up today.
The Great Pyramid is also the most accurately aligned structure in existence
on our Earth: it faces true north with only 3/60th of a degree of error. The
position of the North Pole has moved away from true north over time because of
the changes in the Earth's magnetic field, but to this day the Great Pyramid
stays aligned to our true north pole despite these magnetic changes that have
taken place over the ages.
The Great Pyramid of Cheops holds many mysteries, and with its mantle of
shining material (that is missing now), it would have been visible from as far
away as the mountains in Israel - and probably the Moon as well! Its polished
surfaces would have reflected light like a beacon.
The passages in the Great Pyramid too have many astronomical alignments i.e.
they face in a particular direction towards a star- most notably the Queens
Chamber's southern shaft faces the Star Sirius, our biggest star in our galaxy
and associated with the Egyptian goddess Isis, and the southern shaft of the
Kings Chamber faces the Orion Constellation associated with the Egyptian god
Osiris, the husband of Isis.
The pyramid also has some very important earth factors. There is so much
stone mass in the Great Pyramid that the interior temperature is constant and
equals the average temperature of the Earth- 20 degrees Celsius or 68 degrees
Fahrenheit. And so just being inside of the Great Pyramid is like being in the
very heart of Mother Earth!
The pyramid is also located at the centre of the land mass of our Earth: the
east/west parallel that crosses the most land and the north/south meridian that
crosses the most land, intersect in two places on the Earth - one in the ocean -
and the other - at the Great Pyramid of Cheops! And the cornerstone foundations
of the pyramid have ball and socket construction that are most capable of
dealing with heat expansion and earthquakes.
No wonder it is said that "Humans fear Time, but Time fears the
Pyramid" - it is virtually indestructible!
Spiritual purpose
It was known in ancient times that all light and sound wave energies from
outer space enter our planet through the true north pole, and so it can be said
that the main purpose of the Great Pyramid with its true north alignment was to
bring into our planet the advanced frequencies from space.
It was built by star born people who knew, understood and communicated with
the more subtle energies of the Stars and Mother Earth and its true purpose was
to create a sacred place where humans and the cosmic forces of space could meet
and communicate easily and find a heart connection.
We are so lucky to have it with us here on Earth!
Invitation
Join me on a very unique and sacred healing journey of Egypt.
On the journey we will visit some magnificent temples along the Nile - the
Sacred Mother of Rivers that gives life to the land and nourishment to the
people. You will be able to explore your connection to the gods and goddess of
Ancient Egypt and also meet a Master Egyptian Energy healer. And then finally-
we will prepare ourselves for an amazing encounter with the Great Pyramid at the
end of our journey.
Come and find the true spiritual power of Egypt - that is there for you to
receive…
Elizabeth Bardin
SACRED EARTH RETREATS© www.arthurianschool.com
info@arthurianschool.com
tel. 028 273 8277 cell 0783716343
Comments from participants to SACRED EARTH RETREATS
It was truly one of the
most transformative, amazing experiences I've ever had. - Lisa Shields, USA
(2010)
The authenticity, depth of experience and unexpected personal evolution I
experienced was value beyond money or words. And I thank you from the bottom of
my heart for facilitating it all and giving me courage to break through to new
and blissful territory. - Helen Cresswell, UK (2009)
With grateful thanks for
helping to bring more light, wisdom and purpose into our journeys. - Annie Parsons,
South Africa (2008)
Participants from many countries have joined Sacred
Earth Retreats: South Africa, UK, Israel, Switzerland, Romania, USA, Australia
What makes SACRED EARTH RETREATS so special?
Small groups, affordable pricing, lots of fun… and soul growth. And you
will almost certainly come home with some great new friends!
On a journey you are also introduced to Egypt in a very special way- to
become more aware of the spiritual energies of Egypt! And with that you are able
to unlock so many, many more gifts of healing than when you are merely going
there as a tourist for the first time.
On the practical side, most tour operators pack in many temples and site
visits on a day leaving little time other than just to have a walk around and
take photographs. On this trip you will see the most important sites and areas
related to ancient Egyptian and also have an Egyptian guide, but you will more
importantly be able to be quiet and experience the special atmosphere of each
place. You can only feel the profound effect of a sacred place when you are able
to go within, be still and become more than an ordinary tourist.
Preparation is also done before a visit to a site so that you are able to
energetically tune into the site with a positive intention and it is not
uncommon for participants to have past life memories and healing experiences
surface before or after a visit, that help to awaken them spiritually and
facilitate healing on all levels.
After each visit to a place, we also have the opportunity to share our
experiences as a group and to work with integrating these gifts and healings we
receive so as to make it a spiritual journey in the true sense of the word.
We will also be learning how to work with our awareness of the cosmic unseen
forces of nature and so be able to tune into the energy worlds of Egypt!
Participants are encouraged to go with an intention to enjoy the trip, but
also contribute something to the healing of the Earth, Egypt, the local people
and the animals. This is part of living from the Heart!
Please note that nothing on the scheduled programme is compulsory - it
is there
to help and assist you to have a healing and spiritual experience of Egypt, but
it is up to you as to how and when you want to join in. Having said that, I
would encourage you to do take part in as much as you can, because very often it
is by taking yourself out of your comfort zone that magic happens! What is so
special about the trips in 2010? The dates chosen above are given under guidance
to make sure that the trip happens at the most auspicious and spiritually
awakening time of the year, and are most beneficially healing for the group and
Egypt.
It is always timed in connection with the positions of the Moon and on this
journey we start with a new moon- a new beginning.
ALSO THE TRIP WILL BE TAKING PLACE DURING THE IMPORTANT TIME OF 10.10.2010- A
GATEWAY FOR NEW BEGINNINGS when we will be at the Temple of Isis at Philae on
the Nile.
ANCIENT EGYPT HEALING JOURNEY ITINERARY
Finalised details to be confirmed.
- Tuesday - 21.45 - 5th October
For South Africans: Depart Johannesburg Airport on your Egyptair flight
to Cairo.
- Wednesday - 6th October
For South Africans: Arrive Cairo International Airport at 05h40.
Other International Participants: Arrive Cairo International Airport during
the day.
Collect baggage and clear customs.
Collected by travel representative on arrival outside Customs Hall.
You will be transferred to your selected Hotel to overnight on a Twin room
bed and breakfast basis.
Leisurely breakfast at Hotel.
Full day at leisure to rest and settle in.
*BEGINNING OF HEALING JOURNEY: Evening: group preparation meeting and
meditation
- Thursday - 7th October
Breakfast at Hotel.
Morning: Preparation and meet Egyptian guide to start our visit to the Giza
complex and an inside visit of Pyramid of Kufu and the Sphinx.
Afternoon: Visiting the Egyptian Museum.
Museum: Proceed on a fascinating tour of 7,000 years of Egyptian history
with a visit to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. The Museum houses the
world's greatest collection of Ancient Egyptian artefacts, including 12
rooms filled with golden treasures from the world famous tomb of the boy
king Tutankhamun.
- Friday - 8th October
Buffet breakfast at Hotel.
Morning: You will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your Flight to Luxor.
On arrival in Luxor, you will be transferred to the Cruise boat for the
embarkation where you will stay on a full board basis commencing with a
luncheon.
Afternoon: Sailing down the Nile
Dinner on board.
- Saturday - 9th October
Breakfast on board
Morning: Visiting Horus Temple Horus Temple: Explore the largest and most
completely preserved Pharaonic - although Greek-built - temple in Egypt, the
Temple of Horus at Edfu.
Sailing to Kom Ombo.
Afternoon: visiting Kom Ombo Temple dedicated to the crocodile- god Sobek.
Lunch on board
Sail to Aswan.
Dinner on board
- Sunday - 10th October
Buffet Breakfast on board
Morning: Visiting the very powerful temple of Isis -Philae Temple ON THE
IMPORTANT DATE OF 10.10.2010 - A GATEWAY FOR NEW BEGINNINGS
Lunch on board.
Afternoon: resting or visit to Aswan markets
Dinner on board.
Overnight in Aswan.
- Monday - 11th October
Buffet Breakfast on board.
Morning: Sail on a Felucca (small Egyptian sailing boat) to visit the
stunning Botanical Gardens of Aswan.
Afternoon: markets
Dinner on board.
Overnight in Aswan.
- Tuesday - 12th October
Buffet Breakfast on board.
Free day to rest and integrate while sailing
Sailing to Kom Ombo.
Sailing to Edfu. Cross the lock and sail to Esna. Sailing to Luxor.
Lunch on board
Dinner on board.
Overnight in Luxor.
- Wednesday - 13th October
Buffet Breakfast on board.
Morning: Visit the West Bank (Valley of Kings and Queens, Hatshepsut at EI
Degir EI Bahari )
Lunch
Optional: visit to Karnak temple
Early evening: Visiting the most beautiful temple of Egypt- Luxor
Temple
Overnight in Luxor.
- Thursday - 14th October
Buffet Breakfast on board. Optional: sunrise hot air balloon ride
Morning: Visit the Temple of Hathor at Dendarah and its astrological clock
and underground chambers
Afternoon: visit to Energy Healer in Luxor
- Friday - 15th October
Buffet Breakfast on board and check out from boat
Transfer to train station for your journey from Luxor to Cairo.
Dinner
- Saturday - 16th October
Breakfast.
On arrival in Cairo you will be met and transferred to your selected Hotel
to overnight on a twin sharing bed and breakfast basis. Rest of the day free
to rest and prepare for Great Pyramid visit the next day
- Sunday - 17th October
Early breakfast at hotel Morning: VISIT TO THE GREAT PYRAMID OF GIZA AND
CEREMONY
*END OF HEALING JOURNEY
- Monday - 18th October
Buffet breakfast in hotel
Optional sightseeing and free day
Some suggestions:
Lunch: visit to family in village outside Cairo to have traditional
food
Visit to Alexandria
Visit to Sakkara and Memphis: Tour of the city of Memphis and the
necropolis of Sakkara. At vast Sakkara, you can see the famous Step Pyramid
of King Zoser, the first freestanding stone structure in the world.
Visit to Citadel: One of Cairo's most popular tourist attractions is
the Citadel which houses a number of museums, ancient mosques and other
sites, located on a spur of limestone that had been detached from its parent
Moqattam Hills by quarrying. The Citadel is one of the world's greatest
monuments to medieval warfare, as well as a highly visible landmark on
Cairo's eastern skyline. Particularly when viewed from the back side (from
the north), the Citadel reveals a very medieval character. Mohammed Ali
Mosque.
Visit to Bazaar: Khan el-Khalili, once known as the Turkish bazaar
during the Ottoman period, is now usually just called the 'Khan', and the
names of it and the Muski market are often used interchangeably to mean
either. The market was built in 1382 by the Emir Djaharks el-Khalili in the
heart of the Fatimid City. Together with the al-Muski market to the west,
they comprise one of Cairo's most important shopping areas. But more than
that, they represent the market tradition which established Cairo as a major
center of trade, and at the Khan, one will still find foreign merchants.
Perhaps, this very market was involved in the spice monopoly controlled by
the Mamluks, which encouraged the Europeans to search for new routes to the
East and led Columbus, indirectly, to discover the Americas.
- Tuesday - 19th October
Leisurely breakfast at Hotel.
Checkout of Hotel and settle all personal expenses.
Free morning to visit markets and do last minute shopping
For international participants: Transfer to the Cairo Airport for your
return flight.
23h55: For South Africans: Your Egyptair Flight departs for Johannesburg.
- Wednesday - 20th October
08h10: For South Africans: Arrive O.R. Tambo International Airport.
- GREAT TOUR ENDS !!!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
What is included in your trip
- All internal travel and, where applicable, train journeys, flights,
airport taxes and charges
- Transfers to and from Cairo and Aswan, Luxor, applicable airports, train
stations and Nile boat
- Travel agent representative at airports/boat/hotels on arrival and
departure
- Transportation to all sites in fully air conditioned minibus or
coach
- All site entrance fees according to above itinerary schedule
- Accommodation in 4/5 star hotels (x 2 sharing)
- Meals as stated (full board on Nile boat, buffet breakfast in
hotels)
- Egyptology Tour Guide to all sites
- Specialist group leader, Elizabeth Bardin of SACRED EARTH RETREATS for
healing energy work at Pyramids and Temples, meditation and channelling
sessions
- Entries to Great Pyramid complex, INSIDE Pyramid visits (Pyramid of Kufu,
first visit and Great Pyramid of Cheops, second visit)
- Personal session with Master Energy healer in Egypt
What is not included in your trip
- International flights (see below)
- Visas (South Africans to apply before leaving for Egypt)
- Travel and holiday insurance
- Tipping for boat staff, Egyptian guides and drivers during trip (add
$150)
- Items of a personal nature
- Transportation and site entrance fees outside the itinerary as
stated
- Drinks and meals not included in the itinerary
- Optional visits, hot air balloon ride as referred to above in itinerary
Pricing
Total Cost: R18 400.00
Payable as follows:
- 20% deposit to secure booking: R3 680.00
- 70% balance: (5 weeks before the trip): R14 720.00
Iinternational Flights: R 5 600.00
Pricing will depend on when they are booked - estimate above at present
flying EGYPT AIR ex Johannesburg.
(Please contact us to help arrange booking of flights - contact details for
Egypt & Beyond below.)
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For more information about forthcoming Sacred Earth Retreats: October
2010 Flyer
For further information, please contact Cecelia at the Egypt & Beyond
office on tel : 011 678 6165 or 011 678 4777. Fax: 0866 920 305/6. Email : Cecelia@egyptandbeyond.co.za
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