SYRIA dates, events and testimonies

Dates, testimonies, articles, descriptions
jeeshanali
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Ya ali Miadad

Official Name: Syrian Arab Republic

Location: Syria is bounded by the Mediterranean and Lebanon on the west, by Israel and Jordan on the south, by Iraq on the east and by Turkey on the north. The frontier between Syria and Turkey was settled by the Franco-Turkish agreement of 22 June 1929. Syria map
Area: Syria has an area of 185,180 sq km (71,498 sq mi). 185,180 sq km

Capital: Damascus

Language: Arabic is the official language, spoken by 89% of the population, while 6% speak Kurdish, 3% Armenian and 2% other language. English and French are spoken in business circles.

Religion: The overwhelming majority of the Syrian population is Sunni Muslim. Other Muslims include Ismailis, Shiites, and Alawites (a schism of the Shiite branch). Of the non-Muslims in Syria, most are Christians, primarily Greek and Armenian Orthodox. Religious minorities include Druze, who follow a religion related to Islam, and a community of approximately 1000 Jews. 70% Sunni Muslim, 12% Christians (mostly Orthodox and Greek Catholic) and 18% other minority groups including Jews and Druzes.

Population: The population of Syria (1997 estimate) is 16,137,899, giving the country an overall population density of 87 persons per sq km (226 per sq mi). Syria is populated chiefly by Arabs, who constitute about 90 percent of the population. The largest non-Arab minorities are Kurds, most of whom are pastoral people concentrated along the Turkish border, and Armenians, who dwell chiefly in the larger cities. The Syrian Desert is the most sparsely populated part of Syria. The most densely settled area of the country is in the west.

Membership: Syria is a member of the UN and Arab League and Organization of the Islamic Conference.

Currency: The basic unit of currency is the Syrian pound, divided into 100 piasters. Syrian banking was formerly controlled by foreign companies. Until 1956 currency was issued by the largest commercial bank in Syria, the French-owned Banque de Syrie et du Liban. In that year the Syrian government established a new, state-owned bank, the Central Bank of Syria, and authorized it to issue the national currency.

Syria Time Difference: GMT + 2

Regards/Rahim
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Entry Requirements

Individuals and groups of all nationalities (with some exceptions) are issued one-month entry visa upon arrival at any port in Syria upon presentation of passport; which is extensible on a request submitted to the Passports and Immigration Office, or to obtain in advance an entry visa from Syrian diplomatic missions abroad (this is very important for everybody coming from USA, and may apply to other countries, so please be careful).

There are no restrictions on visitors to bring in foreign currencies, but the sum of foreign currency allowed out should not exceed the amount brought in.

Note: No Israeli stamp or any crossing point with Israel stamp should be on your passport this includes Araba border, Sheikh Hussein border, Rafah border, and Taba border.

Currency & Exchange Facilities

The currency of Syria is Syrian Pound (called Lira) - 1 US Dollar equals SL 49.7 (1 May 2001). One Lira is 100 piasters.

Coin denominations are: 25, 50 piastres and 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 liras.
Paper denominations are: 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50, 100, 500 liras.

Special tourist exchange rates have been put into operation so that the exchange rates at hotels are the same as those at the other exchange centres.

Credit cards and Traveller Cheques are accepted at most hotels, car rental agencies, shops and restaurants. Major cards accepted are Master Card, Visa, Eurocard, AMEX and Diners Club.

Climate

The most hospitable and pleasant climate in Syria is to be found near the coast where Mediterranean conditions give hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, with average daily temperatures of 29oC (84.2 F) in summer and 10oC (50 F) in winter. Annual rainfall along the coast ranges from 750 to 1000mm (30 to 40 inches).

Moving inland from the coast, Syria's climate becomes increasingly drier and less welcoming. Temperatures in the plateau region average around 35oC (95 F) in summer and 12oC (53.6 F) in winter and annual rainfall varies from 250 to 500mm (10 to 20 inches). Winters in the northern interior can be cold, with temperatures often falling to below freezing.

In the desert area, summer temperatures average 40oC (104 F), with frequent

Tourist Information Offices
Ministry of Tourism +963 (11) 22 10 122/22 15 916
Syrian Arab Airlines +963 (11) 22 29 000/22 23 434

Regards/Rahim
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Post by jeeshanali »

Ya ali miadad

Entire details about syria

http://www.ameinfo.com/syria/

Regards/Rahim
miharali
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Post by miharali »

Are there any organised trips to Syria from UK, is there anyone organising trips for the under 35's. there is a roumour that there is and i am interested in participating. please can you post detail here or PM me<BR><BR>with YAM and thanks<BR>Didar mubarak
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Post by Virgo2 »

Dear brother Mehsuj,

The last time I tried to write to somebody who sent me a private mail, he tried to hack my computer. So I do not write to anybody any more unless I know the person. Please post here what you want to know and I can give you all the information.

Virgo2
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Info About Syrian Didar

Post by Yamen »

Most probably the didar will be 25 or 26
in Salamieh
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http://www.syrianembassy.ca/

Visa fees for Canadian passport or travel document holders only
One entry valid for a period of three months. $73

Visa Section (613) 569-5556 Ext. 235


For other countries, just search google with words Syrian Embassy visa

Apply as tourist. If you apply for business visa, they will ask for invitation letter.

ONLINE VISA: http://www.syremb.com/
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Post by ShamsB »

Virgo2 wrote:Dear brother Mehsuj,

The last time I tried to write to somebody who sent me a private mail, he tried to hack my computer. So I do not write to anybody any more unless I know the person. Please post here what you want to know and I can give you all the information.

Virgo2
You wrote to me when we were talking with Morg - if you recall.

I tried responding to your PM from then - but the site won't let me.

Wanted some contacts in Salamiyah. Also I have an Israeli Stamp in my passport - is that going to cause me a problem?

Shams
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Post by No_problem »

Syria doesn't give visa if you have Israeli Stamp on passport as Israel is still occupying part of southern Syria.

If you have dual nationality then use the other passport and the visa fees could be much cheaper for a Pakistani or East African passport.

If you have only one passport then some countries in the West give temporary passport for their citizens visiting Syria if they have Israeli Stamp on passport. Please check with your immigration office.

The most likely date for Salamieh Darbar is 26th August but this is still not confirmed.
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Post by ng070758 »

can anyone tell me where salamiyah jamatkhana is located and of any other jamatkhanas in syria
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Salamieh has several Jamatkhana, the main JK is with the Mosoleum of Prince Alykhan...

EXPECTED Didar dates: salamiya 26 and al-khawabi 27

Of course do not expect any confirmation for dates before you arrive there... so make arrangements to arrive before Hazar imam and leave after he has left then you will not have any surprises.

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Golden Jubilee in Syria complete package
Total Package : US$ 1211 (i.e. Rs.89,614/-) (for 1 person)

AREAS FOR VISIT
Day 1: Arrival in Damascus – meeting at the airport – transfer to the hotel (Overnight)Day 2: After Breakfast Drive to visit Hama – visit Massiaf (Ismaili) Agha Khan Visit the castle– visit Noria-Wheel water (Overnight)Day 3: After Breakfast Full day visit Salamieh back to Hama – overnight. Day 4: after Breakfast Departure to Al Kadmous - visit Al Khaluabi - Khadmos Castle back to Tartous overnight.Day 5: After Breakfast visit back to Damascus – overnight.Day 6: After Breakfast Transfer to Damascus airport for departure.

Rate includes:
· Visa charges
· Transfer Airport - hotel Airport
· Stay in 3 star Hotel
· Meet & Assist upon arrival & departure
· Accommodation at the hotels bed & breakfast basis including tax (in Damascus)
· All transfers & tours by modern tourist bus Al Zyarat
· English speaking guide.
Note: Require Documents Original passport & 2 Photos.
With best regards
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ALL INFO ABOUT SYRIA VISIT SHOULD BE POSTED IN THIS THREAD. NEW THREADS ON ANY RELATED SUBJECTS WILL BE DELETED FROM FORUM AND USER FILE WILL ALSO BE DELETED.

WE WILL TOLERATE PUBLICITY FOR TOUR OPERATOR IF THEY ARE CONCENTRATED IN THIS THREAD. ANY ATTEMPT TO CROSS POST OR MULTI-POST WILL BE DELETED WITH USERS ACCOUNT. DO NOT COMPLAINT IF YOU HAVE POSTED SEVERAL SAME MESSAGES AND YOUR ACCOUNT IS THEN DELETED. RIZ, I HOPE YOU READ THIS MESSAGE!

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HOTELS:

We are holding confirmed hotel space in Hamah City which is about 30 km. from Salameia, Syria in 3* and 4* hotels.

AIR:

Flights will be booked on request on individual basis.

We anticipate a stay of about 8 nights in Syria during which we will reserve some days for Golden Jubilee celebrations and interaction with Syrian and international jamat. On the free days, we have organized cultural and historic day tours within Syria for those interested in participating.



Our package tour includes airfare, hotel with breakfast, transfers between airport/hotel and transportation for a maximum of three days between Hamah and Salameia. The day tours within Syria will be optional.



Call me for information and reservations. Feel free to forward this email to your friends and family.



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hosam175
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Post by hosam175 »

ya ali madad
You are welcom in Syria
For any information about Salameia and jamat ismailis in Syria uou can visit our websit
http://read.all-forum.net/
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Post by kmaherali »

hosam175 wrote:ya ali madad
You are welcom in Syria
For any information about Salameia and jamat ismailis in Syria uou can visit our websit
http://read.all-forum.net/
Ya Ali Madad,

Thank you for the information. Unfortunately everything is in Arabic at the site and most of us do not know Arabic. Please could you inform us here about what is written Arabic at the site and also provide us with updates of all the preparations and the mood of the Jamat there. Thank you and Mubarak to the Syria Jamat.
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Post by Hassan_Jivraj1 »

Ya Ali Madad and hello.

first of all, i just want to say mabruk/mubaraki to the entire Ismaili community around the world for the good news of our Imam's forthcoming Golden Jubilee visit to Syria.

I want to ask, is anyone from the United Kingdom attending the deedar @ Salamieh? Because i've been told by many people (including those from Salamieh and around) to attend the deedar in a group. Also I've never been to Syria before and am not familiar with the surrondings.

If you are from the UK or know a tour company based in the UK or Europe that is organising a trip to Syria, please get in touch with me.

I look forward to hearing from you

With best regards

Hassan
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Post by hassanb34 »

YAM
what time the website will be ready for international registration???....
kind regard
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okay...here is the translated arabic url read.all-forum.net in English...<BR><BR><A href="http://64.233.179.104/translate_c?hl=en ... <BR>please <STRONG>wait a couple</STRONG> of minutes to load....<BR><BR>[img][/url]
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Post by hosam175 »

Thank you for the information. Unfortunately everything is in Arabic at the site and most of us do not know Arabic. Please could you inform us here about what is written Arabic at the site and also provide us with updates of all the preparations and the mood of the Jamat there. Thank you and Mubarak to the Syria Jamat.
Thank you
I am sorry because our web do not include any division by English ..
but you can read it by google translating
http://translate.google.com/translate?u ... r&ie=UTF-8

Jamat in Syria very happy for Mulaquats and Didar
thank you
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Ya Ali madad

Post by zabya »

Dear brothers and sisters,
YA ali madad...
here you are this website maybe it'll help you:http://www.travelocity.com/Hotels/0,,TR ... 8197225524


good luck..

zabya,Syria

E_mail :zabya3@yahoo.com
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help

Post by zaiyyn »

My parents would love to visit SYRIA, is there any group tours from the UNITED KINGDOM, as the cost their getting for flights+hotels+visas is £622 for seven nights. Are any groups going. If yes please help out because it would make my parents year =]

thankyou
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Post by zaiyyn »

YAM Hasan,

We're in the same boat here. I'm getting flight and hotel for £600 for seven nights, but I'm looking for more of an organised tour company. It would be better right? Tell me if you find anything

zain

da1_Z_master@hotmail.co.uk
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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><FONT color=#6fa100><FONT face=Arial><SPAN class=green181><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt">Syria Tour 7 days</SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></FONT></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN class=green17b1><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><STRONG><FONT face=Arial color=#6fa100>Key Information:</FONT></STRONG></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><BR><STRONG>Tour Duration:</STRONG> 3-8 day(s)<BR><B>Group Size:</B> 2 - 25 people<BR><B>Destination(s): </B><?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Syria</st1:place></st1:country-region> &nbsp; <BR><B>Specialty Categories: </B></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: blue; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Golden Jubilee</SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"> &nbsp; <BR style="mso-special-character: line-break"><BR style="mso-special-character: line-break"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Day 1: <st1:City w:st="on">Damascus</st1:City> <BR>Arrival in <st1:City w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Damascus</st1:place></st1:City>, transferring to Tartous and Hotel.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes">&nbsp; </SPAN><BR><BR>Day 2: Tartous <BR>Full day city tour of Tartous includes visiting<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Archeological place and sea coast. <BR><BR>Day 3: Tartous <BR>Full day city tour of Tartous includes visiting<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Archeological place and sea coast. <o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Day 4: khawaby/salameyeh<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">In the morning, driving to khawaby/salameyeh, According to darbar program.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes"></SPAN><BR>Day 5: khawaby/salameyeh<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">In the morning, driving to khawaby/salameyeh, According to darbar program.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><BR style="mso-special-character: line-break"><BR style="mso-special-character: line-break"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Day 6: <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:City w:st="on">Damascus</st1:City></st1:place><o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">In the morning, driving to <st1:City w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Damascus</st1:place></st1:City>. Afternoon, free time in Bazaar for shopping.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><BR>Day 7: <st1:City w:st="on">Damascus</st1:City> <BR>In the morning free time in <st1:City w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Damascus</st1:place></st1:City>. In the afternoon, Transfer to Air port- Departure. <o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></SPAN></P><P><SPAN class=green17b1><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><STRONG><FONT face=Arial color=#6fa100>Notes: </FONT></STRONG></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"><BR>Air fare is not included in the tour price. <o:p></o:p></SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">The price is including: <BR>Hotel<BR>First class transportation<BR>All transfers <BR>An English-speaking tour guide <BR>Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)<BR>All entrance fees for sites and museums ( if possible)<BR><BR>The price is not including:<BR>Travel insurance <BR>International flights<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
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Syria Tour 7 days

Key Information:
Tour Duration: 3-8 day(s)
Group Size: 2 - 25 people
Destination(s): Syria
Specialty Categories: Golden Jubilee

Day 1: Damascus
Arrival in Damascus, transferring to Tartous and Hotel.

Day 2: Tartous
Full day city tour of Tartous includes visiting
Archeological place and sea coast.

Day 3: Tartous
Full day city tour of Tartous includes visiting
Archeological place and sea coast.

Day 4: khawaby/salameyeh
In the morning, driving to khawaby/salameyeh, According to darbar program.

Day 5: khawaby/salameyeh
In the morning, driving to khawaby/salameyeh, According to darbar program.


Day 6: Damascus
In the morning, driving to Damascus. Afternoon, free time in Bazaar for shopping.

Day 7: Damascus
In the morning free time in Damascus. In the afternoon, Transfer to Air port- Departure.

Notes:
Air fare is not included in the tour price.
The price is including:
Hotel
First class transportation
All transfers
An English-speaking tour guide
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
All entrance fees for sites and museums ( if possible)

The price is not including:
Travel insurance
International flights
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Ya Ali Madad,
Dear Sister and brother,
Please be informed that I couldn’t help in UK personal to take visa and ticket from Uk.
I have Syria tour for 7 days and price is 1365$ for each person (included hotel, breakfast, lunch, dinner, travel, darbar, visit of Archeological place …)
Please send me information that requested in web site www.neginit.blogfa.com.
You can use my service in Syria 195$/day for each person (included all service hotel, darbar, visit of Archeological place …)

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Is there a Jamatkhana in Damascus?

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Does anyone know the locations in Jamat Khana's in Syria?
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YAM,

We went to Syria Didars in 2001.

We rented a taxy, km, fuel and driver included for $100 a day from Aleppo to Damascus with a couple of days in hotels in Hama. Decent hotels were from $30 per room to $120 per room, high end hotel suite at $180 per room but considering we were 3 per room, it was not bad. We even shared the taxy and it cost us only $35 per person per day.

Syria has mausoleums of several dais and Imams. Also Ismaili castles are worth visiting. Face to Masyaf castle in the mountain, you will find the tomb of Dai Rashiduddin Sinan and Imam Ismail.

In Slamieh, we danced all night in the strets before Didar with Ismaili brothers, bot Masyaf and Salamieh were decorated in red and green and at each corner there were groups of Ismailis dancing and singing in celebrations.

Remember, if you go, be very spontaneous, khojas will be minority though khoja politics may have some influence, it is not possible that it will break the spirit of generosity and celebration of our Syrian brothers.

Hospitality has no bound, even Syrians Ismailis who do not know you will welcome you open heartedly in their house and their heart.

If there is one didar to attend in the world during Golden Jubilee , it is that of Salamieh. Make sure to wave at Hazar Imam, make sure to clap if you feel so, a Darbar is an occasion of joy and happiness, do not let anyone tell you the opposite.

Share your experiences here with us, the less fortunate that can not attend.

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Syria Tour 7 days

Key Information:
Tour Duration: 3-8 day(s)
Group Size: 2 - 25 people
Destination(s): Syria
Specialty Categories: Golden Jubilee

Day 1: Damascus
Arrival in Damascus, transferring to Tartous and Hotel.

Day 2: Tartous
Full day city tour of Tartous includes visiting
Archeological place and sea coast.

Day 3: Tartous
Full day city tour of Tartous includes visiting
Archeological place and sea coast.

Day 4: khawaby/salameyeh
In the morning, driving to khawaby/salameyeh, According to darbar program.

Day 5: khawaby/salameyeh
In the morning, driving to khawaby/salameyeh, According to darbar program.


Day 6: Damascus
In the morning, driving to Damascus. Afternoon, free time in Bazaar for shopping.

Day 7: Damascus
In the morning free time in Damascus. In the afternoon, Transfer to Air port- Departure.

Notes:
Air fare is not included in the tour price.
The price is including:
Hotel
First class transportation
All transfers
An English-speaking tour guide
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
All entrance fees for sites and museums ( if possible)

The price is not including:
Travel insurance
International flights
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Ya Ali Madad,
Dear Sister and brother,
Please be informed that I couldn’t help in UK personal to take visa and ticket from Uk.
I have Syria tour for 7 days and price is 1365$ for each person (included hotel, breakfast, lunch, dinner, travel, darbar, visit of Archeological place …)
Please send me information that requested in web site www.neginit.blogfa.com.
You can use my service in Syria 195$/day for each person (included all service hotel, darbar, visit of Archeological place …)


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with mor than 4 years service in syria
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PostPosted: 09 Aug 2008 12:31 pm Post subject: Students organizing AIRFARE to SYRIA


Ya Ali Madad,

i'm representing a group of students from TORONTO who are trying to attend the darbar in Syria. We've been able to secure tickets to go to Syria from BUFFALO at a reasonable rate from which we'll collect a small commission to fund our own expenses.

At the moment, tickets are priced at $1875 CDN (including all taxes) departing as early as August-19. If you are interested in going please contact us as soon as possible as tickets are pending release.

Mubaraki to everyone and all the best...

flightfighter@gmail.com

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NOTES BY ADMIN

IF YOU LIVE IN CANADA, EVEN IF YOU HAVE A CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP, COMMON SENSE SAY THAT YOU TRAVEL DIRECTLY TO SYRIA THROUGH EUROPE OR MIDDLE EAST, NOT THROUGH USA TO AVOID ANY TRAVEL COMPLICATIONS.
Hero_Pak
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Re: SYRIA tour with complete package

Post by Hero_Pak »

Hi Riz ..<BR>Your Package Is Very Nice. .. Chep And Comfortable<BR><BR>Best of&nbsp; Luck&nbsp;<BR><BR>
Riz1317 wrote:Golden Jubilee in Syria complete package<BR>Total Package : &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;US$ 1211 (i.e. Rs.89,614/-) (for 1 person)<BR><BR>AREAS FOR VISIT<BR>Day 1: Arrival in Damascus – meeting at the airport – transfer to the hotel (Overnight)Day 2: After Breakfast Drive to visit Hama – visit Massiaf (Ismaili) Agha Khan Visit the castle– visit Noria-Wheel water (Overnight)Day 3: After Breakfast Full day visit Salamieh back to Hama – overnight.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Day 4: after Breakfast Departure to Al Kadmous - visit Al Khaluabi - Khadmos Castle back to Tartous overnight.Day 5: After Breakfast visit back to Damascus – overnight.Day 6: After Breakfast Transfer to Damascus airport for departure.<BR><BR>Rate includes:<BR>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Visa charges <BR>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Transfer Airport - hotel Airport<BR>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Stay in 3 star Hotel<BR>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Meet & Assist upon arrival & departure<BR>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accommodation at the hotels bed & breakfast basis including tax (in Damascus)<BR>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;All transfers & tours by modern tourist bus Al Zyarat<BR>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;English speaking guide.<BR>Note: Require Documents Original passport & 2 Photos.<BR>With best regards <BR>============= <BR>Riaz Momin <BR>Tour Manager <BR>Shahid Travels & Tour <BR>Address: Ground Floor 9/13-B, Uni Plaza, I.I. Chundrigar Road, <BR>Karachi, Sindh Pakistan. <BR>Tel: 0092-021-2401478 Fax: 0092-021-2416322 <BR>Cell:0092-3002563034 <BR>E-mail: riazmomin786@gmail.com Msn: riaz_momin76@hotmail.com <BR>Web: www.shahidtravels.com
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