Egypt is a spectacularly enchanting country filled with cultural gems. So, embark on a journey through time and unravel the land of Pharaohs and lost kings and the red sea with us on our Egypt Classic Tour. Listed below are five reasons why Egypt should be on your visit list:
Experience The Splendour Of The Egyptian Civilization
Egypt's history is incredible with the sight of the pyramids and sphinx. The Egyptian museum exhibits some of the ancient and has preserved the splendor of the civilization. You can visit King Tutankhamen’s tomb in the valley of kings. You can also visit historic buildings and market squares in old Cairo, the magnificent Mamluk and Ottoman mosques, churches, convents, and Khan el-Khalili, the oldest bazaar in the world.
The Pyramids Of Giza And The Sphinx
The Pyramids are the first thing that attracts everyone to Egypt. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest and is the only “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World” which is standing still. You can see the pyramids, rising above Cairo’s city skyline. The complex consists of three pyramids the Great Pyramid Of Giza, The Pyramid Of Khafre, the Pyramid Of Menkaure and also the Great Sphinx is present on the eastern side of the complex.
The Sphinx is also a part of the Great Pyramids complex. However it has its own significance, it is the oldest known monumental sculpture. The Sphinx is a statue one of the most recognized monuments in the world, which is a mythical creature with the head of a human and the body of a lion. However, mystery surrounds it origins making it a must-visit during your Egypt tours.
Take A Cruise On the Nile River
A trip to Egypt is never completed without a cruise ride on the Nile. Since ancient times Nile River is considered as the lifeline of Egypt. A cruise on the Nile is the best way to trace Egypt’s ancient history along the course of the Nile.
An Egypt Nile Cruise irrespective of the time will take your breath away with the charm of the Nile. Discover Egypt by cruising on the Luxor-Aswan route which is safe, and scenic and stops at the two most important towns of Egypt.
If you want some adventure then Felucca is the option for you. Feluccas or traditional wooden sailboats are being used on the Nile since ancient times. However, Felucca is not as comfortable as a luxury cruise ship. But the sailing experience on Felucca, which was designed thousands of years ago, is something different and is hard to beat.
Red Sea Reef Coast
The Red Sea coast is one of the most beautiful places in the world to go diving. The Red Sea is renowned for some of the most exotic seascapes, due to its shallow shelves, which brim with marine life and corals.
It is home to thousands of different sea creatures due to its wide expanse of coral formation on the reefs. Around 1 000 invertebrate species and 200 soft and hard corals pervade these tropical waters, making scuba diving and snorkeling a delight.
Experience The Best Desert Safari
Egypt is known for its deserts and you can have one of the best desert safari experiences ever. On your Egypt Desert Safari Tours, you can explore the Bedouin culture; enjoy camping under the star-studded sky away from the hustle bustle of the city.
You can do some adventurous activities like sand boarding and dune bashing. You can also take a trip to the oasis-like Bahariya Oasis and Siwa Oasis.
You can take a camel ride, walk through the desert, shop local traditional items, take a dip in the refreshing springs, enjoy traditional foods, and have some unique cultural experience during your desert safari tour.
Egypt starting from its sun, sea, and sand combined with its ancient monuments, deserts, world-famous coral reefs, cosmopolitan cities and exotic culture and heritage has a lot to offer. So, come to enjoy all these and many more attraction in Egypt with our Egypt Classic Tours. Visit us at egyptonlinetours.com for more information.