Thanks Marc,

We are taking your advice and waiting on Regent for the options. Looking at a map of Israel and the distance between the two ports and the places we want to see (Jerusalum & Nazareth), one day tours might make sense.

In Egypt, the overnight is a must since we want to spend so much time near Cairo. We are booking an overnight at http://memphistours.com/ which offers our group of 4 a private van, transport and everything offered by Regent for ~$200PP v. $1000 (hotel is Le Meridian instead of Four Seasons but won't be there much so no matter).

If anyone has any history with Memphis Tours (good or bad) please let me know, but they seem to have some good ratings on Trip Advisor. I just cannot wait to see those pyramids again...

Kent