Guide To Egypt Travel
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Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egyptian history is a long and complex one with more than 3,000 years of details. -
Desert Safari Adventures
Deserts cover about 20% of the Earth’s land surface, and are often thought of as unforgiving environments where it is difficult to survive even a day or two. -
Green Travel through Eco-Lodges
Ecotourism, or green travel, has become quite common these days with the increasing awareness of humanity’s effect on the planet. -
Spiritual Monuments
Tourists go to Egypt for many reasons. Obviously, there are the classical tours, which visit ancient sites, perhaps even including a few religious monuments. They also go to beaches, or even nature tours, for example. -
White Sandy Beaches & Turquoise Waters
Despite Egypt's ancient allure, today the country probably attracts more beach vacationers than any other type of tourists. This is because, for many Europeans, the warm Egyptian beaches are both inexpensive and well appointed.
Egypt Latest News
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July-25-2012
25 July, 2012
The London 2012 Olympics will begin on July 27th, 2012 in London, England. The Egyptian team will consist of 117 athletes competing in 22 sports. Best of luck to all the competitors and especially the Egyptian team! -
July 5, 2012
25 July, 2012
The Cairo Opera House will be hosting the Japanese Film Festival, in cooperation with The Japan Foundation's Cairo Office. The festival launches July 5th, and will last until July 14th, and will feature Kurosawa's Masterpieces. For a full list of films being screened, please visit the Japan Foundation Cairo's website. -
May 28, 2012
25 July, 2012
This summer marks the return of the Long Cruise. There are a few cruiseliners that will run the 15 day, 14 night trip sailing the Nile River from Aswan to Cairo, stopping at such sites as Dendera & Abydos and Beni Hassan, as well as all the major sites along the way. Stay tuned for cruise ship names and sailing dates. -
March 29, 2012
23 March, 2012
The Gallery" located in Zamalek, is hosting an exhibition of Egyptian artists surreal paintings. The exhibition, titled "Surrealism, Present Day Cairo", and is taking place from March 24th - April 26th.
Egyptian destination of the month
Alexandria
The second largest city in Egypt, Alexandria, known as "The Pearl of the Mediterranean", has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern ; its ambience and cultural heritage distance it from the rest of the country although it is actually.... more
FAQs
Egypt travel FAQs
- An Overview of Travel to Egypt
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- What’s the weather like?
- Money: Should I exchange before or during my trip?
- Where to stay in Egypt?
- Calendars & Egyptian Holidays
- Sahara Desert Adventures in Egypt
Festivals in Egypt
Top 10 Festivals in Egypt
Where do you go today
Siwa
With a population of about 23,000, Siwa, the most inaccessible of all Egypt's oasis until very recently, is also one of the most fascinating, lying some 60 feet below sea level...... more
Travel To Marsa Alam
Travel Ideas
Only a short time ago, it would seem that most of the accommodations here were tent camps, but even now, many new, excellent resorts have been built. However, for the moment, the primary reason to visit the mainland Red Sea community is for the snorkeling.... more
Typical Egyptian Food
Travel Tips
Although Egyptian eating habits may seem erratic, most natives begin the day with a light breakfast of beans (or bean cakes), eggs, and/or pickles, cheeses, and jams. Most families eat their large, starchy lunch around 14:00-17:00 and follow it with a sie.... more
Who are we?
Tour Egypt aims to offer the ultimate Egyptian adventure and intimate knowledge about the country. We offer this unique experience in two ways, the first one is by organizing a tour and coming to Egypt for a visit, whether alone or in a group, and living it firsthand. The second way to experience Egypt is from the comfort of your own home: online.
