As the cradle of ancient civilization, Egypt is a land of timeless wonders where monumental history rises directly from the desert sands. Stand in awe before the Great Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx, or travel south to Luxor to explore the tombs of the Valley of the Kings and the colossal temples of Karnak. From the chaotic, historic markets of Cairo to the pristine coral reefs of the Red Sea in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt offers an unmatched historical journey. Woven together by the life-giving waters of the Nile and thousands of years of epic heritage, this destination promises an unforgettable step back in time.
Below are our most visited cities, destinations and national parks in Egypt.
Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel is a restored, artificial hill with magnificent sculptures by Ramses II as saved by Unesco for the lake of a nearby hydro-dam.
Cairo
Cairo is the capital of Egypt and one of the largest city in Africa. It is close to the Great Pyramids and hosts the world-famous Egyptian Museum and Citadel. The old city is super, the traffic is horrible.
Hurghada
Hurghada is a beach resort along Egypt's Red Sea with excellent snorkeling and scuba diving, similar to Sharm el-Sheikh.
Luxor
Luxor is the city where the former kings and pharaohs of Egypt have been buried. Even though he wasn´t an important ruler, Tutankhamen´s beautiful grave was discovered here. Luxor is also the location of the Karnak temple with tall pillars.
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