2024 Egypt Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in September)

Just returned from Egypt and I want to share some heartfelt words with everyone....

👉【About Visa】👈 Egypt currently offers visa on arrival for $25 per person, cash only. Make sure to prepare in advance as they do not accept credit cards. If you really don't have cash, there are two banks next to the visa counter where you can exchange money. ▪️ 👉【About Travel Methods】👈 If it's a girl's first time visiting, it's best not to choose a self-guided tour. Although Egypt is generally safe, it's still easy to encounter scammers, and the chances of being overcharged for food, clothing, and other necessities are high. Moreover, Cairo and Luxor have many cultural and historical sites, and without a guide, you miss out on a lot of fun. It's recommended to choose a qualified travel agency for a group tour. If you feel that group tours are not free enough and the budget is higher, you can opt for a private tour. ▪️ 👉【About Sun Protection】👈 Make sure to do a good job with sun protection! Physical sun protection is best, but chemical sun protection is also necessary! Once you get there, you'll understand that the temperature is really high and the sun is really strong. If you're not careful, you'll get several shades darker (don't ask me how I know, sob sob...) ▪️ 👉【Recommended Attractions】👈 ★Cairo: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Khan El Khalili Market ★Aswan: Abu Simbel Temples, Philae Temple ★Luxor: Luxor Temple & Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings 👉【Recommended Itinerary】👈 D1 Arrive in Cairo Airport pickup, assisted by an English-speaking assistant to clear customs and get a visa on arrival Hanging Church, Saladin Citadel, Muhammad Ali Mosque, Khan El Khalili Market, Nile River night cruise D2 Cairo-Aswan Camel ride, Giza Pyramids area, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum (flight to Aswan) D3 Aswan Abu Simbel Temples, witness the thousand-year love of Ramses II and his beloved queen D4 Aswan-Luxor Philae Temple, Aswan Dam (drive to Luxor), Luxor Temple, carriage tour D5 Luxor-Hurghada Hot air balloon, Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple (drive to the Red Sea) D6 Hurghada (Red Sea) Red Sea snorkeling day tour D7 Hurghada-Cairo ———— @Community Welfare @Ctrip Community Creation Center

The country most worth visiting in 2024, it must top the list!!

I heard Egypt is a den of thieves, hmm! It stole my two sets of rooms❗️The left atrium and the right atrium🫀! The Egypt in history textbooks is not exaggerated Pyramids, temples🛕, pharaohs, thousands of years of civilization just unfold before your eyes~ Egypt—The big brother of the tourism industry, with world wonders, deserts🌵, and seas. This trip to Egypt really picks people! It specifically targets those with a budget of less than 1️⃣W! -------Classic 8-day Egypt Itinerary------- Day ①: Beijing Day ②: Beijing - Cairo - Luxor Day ③: Luxor Day ④: Luxor - Red Sea Day ⑤: Red Sea Day ⑥: Red Sea - Cairo Day ⑦: Cairo - Alexandria - Cairo - Beijing Day ⑧: Beijing - Warm Home -------Main Featured Attractions------- ◆The Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the eight wonders of the world, and the mysterious Sphinx; ◆The Egyptian National Museum📜, which houses artifacts and treasures from the Pharaonic era; ◆The most spectacular temple🛕 left by the ancient Egyptian Empire - Karnak Temple, visiting the temple light show at night is also a unique experience; ◆The giant granite column - Pompey's Pillar; ◆The world's first library📖 2000 years ago, containing many manuscripts of famous people - the Millennium Library; ◆Climb Banana Island to admire the magnificent scenery on both sides of the Nile🏞️; ◆The seaside resort - Red Sea🌊, with three or four layers of color, especially suitable for snorkeling; ◆Feeling the breeze of the Mediterranean, searching for the remains of the Lighthouse of Alexandria; ◆Montaza Palace Gardens, a summer retreat for the royal family, although only a part is open, but walking to the cactus🌵 area directly opposite, you can take cool life photos; -------Standards of Services for Clothing, Food, Accommodation, and Transportation------- 🛫Preferred Airlines: Fly directly from Beijing to Cairo with EgyptAir, with an additional domestic flight~ 🍤Gourmet Experience: Special grilled fish meal, roasted pigeon meal, pyramid view restaurant lunch~ 🏨Hotel Selection: Stay in local five-star hotels throughout the trip, with an upgrade to an international five-star hotel in Luxor~ 🐬Special Experience: Enjoy the Red Sea dolphin show, take a horse-drawn carriage night tour of Luxor Temple, a special Felucca sailboat trip on the Nile, and visit Khan El Khalili market to experience the local atmosphere~ Why do we recommend that you join a tour group for your first trip to Egypt❓ ×Different customs, easy for nationals to fall into traps; ×Inconvenient transportation, exhausting and tiring itinerary; ×Without a guide, you can't truly understand Egypt by just skimming the surface

Egyptian Journey | The Red Sea really shocked me

| The Red Sea really shocked me. Why choose Egypt❓ 🔍Discover the treasures of Egypt, from the ancient pyramids to the mysterious Red Sea, this is a soul-shocking adventure Don't miss the wonderful in this life🌟 · ✅ Preparation before departure: Documents: passport, VSA UnionPay card, flight itinerary, hotel reservation, etc. Electrical appliances: European standard conversion plug, charger, headphones, camera, selfie stick, power bank Clothing: underwear, pajamas, thin and thick clothes, bring bright clothes when taking pictures Toiletries: facial cleanser, toothbrush, toothpaste, towel, shampoo, shower gel, wet wipes Currency: Egyptian pound · 🔆 Must-visit hot spots: Giza Pyramids: One of the seven wonders of the world, ancient and mysterious Sphinx: Experience the symbol of the power of the ancient Egyptian lion Egyptian Museum: Feel the shock of ancient Egyptian civilization up close Hariri Market: A historic market, feel the strong Egyptian culture Karnak Temple: A grand ancient temple complex Valley of the Kings: 63 royal tombs, explore the history of the ancient pharaohs Red Sea: A paradise for divers, immersed in the Klein blue underwater world · 🍝 Food check-in: Kushari: Egyptian specialty food, can be tasted in the streets and alleys Hummus: Low-fat Egyptian snack, healthy and delicious Pigeon rice: Egyptian famous dish, the pigeon is filled with glutinous rice, fragrant Egyptian barbecue: Dipped in special sauce, it is memorable Dawabasha: Middle Eastern home cooking, delicious and rich Molokhia: Green soup made with mallow, a unique Egyptian food · 🔥 Strategy tips: Avoid the crowded time, you can enjoy the tranquility of the ancient civilization Try to match the local guide, understand the history and culture better Prepare for water activities, maintain safety awareness · 🌐 Group tour: 3500+/person, pure play small group, no compulsory consumption throughout the journey Language, hotel, transportation one-stop, save time and effort Leave a message in the comment area to answer your questions, so you can have fun

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Getting There - ✈️ Egypt Attractions - Nile river cruise ( Luxor) - Karnak temple ( Luxor) - hot air balloon ( Luxor) - great pyramids ( Cairo) - Salt lakes (Siwa Oasis) Hotels - Pavilion hotel (Luxor) Pyramids Inn (Cairo) Siwa Paradise ( Siwa) Food & Restaurants - downtown Cairo great pizza joints Shopping - local shops

The Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

The Great Pyramid, the only Wonder that still exists, stood as the world’s tallest human-made structure for nearly 4,000 years. Erected around 2560 B.C.E. on the west bank of the Nile River, the Great Pyramid served as the tomb of the fourth-century pharaoh Khufu (Cheops). It is the largest of the three Pyramids at Giza. The proportions of the Pyramid are colossal—even for the modern era. The original height from the base to the peak was around 147 meters (482 feet)—though time has worn away the height to around 138 meters (451 feet). The length of each side at the base averages around 230 meters (756 feet). Over its 20-year construction period, around 2.3 million stone blocks were crafted to create this 5.22-million-metric-ton (5.75-million-ton) monolith.

Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Nubian Village

EGYP!!!! WOW WOW WOW!!!! What an experience! The culture, the places, the food...all in all, just AMAZING!!! Cairo (Market and restaurants) Giza (Pyramids and Sphinx) Luxor (Temples and Hot air balloon) Aswan (Nile River and Nubian village) You need at least 10 days to see and experience this beautiful country. Egypt is much more than just the Pyramid. And don't get me wrong the Pyramids are definitely a World Wonder! The history and culture is so rich. The temples and after all these years they still look new, how they preserve it is just wonderful. Treat yourself and go explore Egypt.

In 2023, let's go to Egypt! 🇪🇬 Explore the mysteries of the pyramids.

Egypt, one of the four ancient civilizations that created human history, has a 7000-year-old civilization that is more brilliant and ancient than Chinese culture. I must go there once in my life and uncover the mysterious veil of history. · 🌈When visiting Egypt, be sure to check off these 7️⃣ things. 1️⃣Take a cruise to enjoy the sunrise and sunset on the Nile River. 2️⃣Take a hot air balloon ride in Luxor and overlook the Nile River and the Valley of the Kings from above. 3️⃣Visit the world wonder - the Egyptian pyramids of thousands of years. 4️⃣Take a special carriage tour of the magnificent temples of Amway and Edfu. 5️⃣Take a tour of the world-famous Egyptian Museum and admire the treasures. 6️⃣Cross the barren Sahara desert on a camel. 7️⃣Go to the Red Sea to enjoy the sunshine, 🏖️beaches, and waves. · ⛴️Route reference DAY1 Cairo DAY2 Cairo-Luxor DAY3 Luxor DAY4 Luxor-Cruise-Aswan DAY5 Aswan-Cairo 👉🏻Explore history and culture, and experience something new. 🌟Ancient civilization heritage: Pyramids, Sphinx, National Museum, Saladin Castle, Valley of the Kings, Luxor Temple, Abu Simbel Temple, Ancient Nubian Village. 🌈Romantic Journey: Hot Air Balloon, Red Sea Cruise

Trip to Dahab,cairo, tanta and Alexandria

#newyearadventure We took a fantastic journey around a very small part of Egypt, we took the bus to relaxing Dahab stayed 5 days, then off to chaotic Cairo 🙈😂👌🏽, we stayed 8 days and explored lots.. zoo, cairo tower, dream park, aquarium grotto gardens and lots more, then onto tanta for a few days and it has lots of hustle and bustle and then onto beautiful alexandria.. just for a day we had a beautiful meal and walked along the sea and visited the fort.. all definitely worth a visit #urbanexplorer

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My journey to Egypt last year is my most successful accomplishment thus far. Not only was it a dream come true as my first trip to Africa, but it was also a major healing moment, as it provided some closure for a very traumatic chapter of my life. It was a very powerful, soul-cleansing, and healing experience. Ever since my twin brother passed, I felt the desire to do something special with his ashes in honor of his life. So last year for our birthday, I took some of his remains to Egypt with me and spread them around the Valley of the Kings, so he can rest amongst the ancient Kings and Pharaohs, because in my mind that's where he belonged. My brother's death never made sense to me. It left a void in my life and I always questioned the purpose of it all. This was my way of adding my own meaning and purpose to his life, and that was one of the greatest feelings in the world. #tripblazers #urbanexplorer #awesomepic

King Tutankhamun Museum

 The world’s most famous mummy is that of the Egyptian ruler King Tutankhamun. His coffin has been kept in a very carefully preserved state in the Grand Egyptian Museum of Cairo, which is famously referred to as King Tutankhamun Museum. Spread over 480,00 square meters of land just a few miles south of the Pyramid of Giza and considered to be one of the top-rated Egypt places to visit. King Tutankhamun Museum is one of the most intricate accounts of the Ancient Egyptian reign of Pharaohs. The archeologists have also restored the throne of the king and kept it at the conservation center of the museum since August 2019. King Tut Museum in Genena City is the most important sightseeing in South Sinai. It’s collecting one To one copied pieces of King Tut exhibits from Egyptian Museum. All the pieces were created under the supervision of the Ministry of State for Antiquities Affairs. 135 pieces in an integrated museum were proposed with a series of photographs showing the opening of the cemetery and some of the documents in the handwriting of Howard Carter, who discovered the tomb in 1922 and the museum has been designed to the highest level of vision and lighting supported by full explanation of different languages and content management of the museum.

Great Pyramid of Giza, Egypt

The last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World standing, and more than 3,000 years old, the Great Pyramid rises 479 feet from a 754-feet square base. Scientists still don’t understand how the ancient Egyptians were able to move, carve and erect more than 2 million stone blocks, each weighing from 2 to 60 tons. It is one of three pyramids to tour on the Giza Plateau; get there early to purchase entry tickets or work with a local tour operator. #themeparks#nationalpark

If you want to find a way to cross the soul, Luxor must be one of the must. From the birth of the East Coast to the reborn West Bank, the Ramses family, and the story of Tutankhamun, we have been guiding our travels. Life and death, what is it? For the ancient Egyptians, the most serious deaths and souls have become so light. Eternity, the term, suddenly became ridiculous in the temple of the sun in the hot sun.

When the ancient civilization had only a difficult language, the legend became an immortal vow. This is the most chaotic city I have ever been to! none of them! Come here for the pyramids and Egyptian museums, and touch the historical civilization of more than 7,000 years. Here is Cairo in Egypt. Why do you say chaos? All the locals I met here with enthusiasm to say hello are all scammers! It is no exaggeration. The elementary school textbook was about the pyramid. I didn't think I would go there. I am standing at the foot of the pyramid. The pyramid can be described as a miracle in the history of architecture. It is completely stacked on a piece of stone. It has not been poured for thousands of years, and the stones have been ground flat, and the blade between the stone seams cannot be inserted. In ancient Egyptian mythology, the lion represents the Pharaoh and is the guardian of the mysterious underground world. When Pharaoh died, he became the sun god, so he created the Sphinx to protect him. One of the world's four ancient civilizations, with more than 7,000 years of historical precipitation, has brought me too much mystery and shock. Egypt's best time to play: November - April can bring some cool oil to tip, locals prefer. Be careful to be deceived, especially in Cairo and Luxor.

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Horse riding

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nice day

The best place

Siwa Salt Lake | The deepest part of the mysterious oasis in Egypt.

When you go to Siwa in the Sahara, remember to go to the water. Because Siwa is below sea level, its water resources are relatively abundant. According to statistics, there are more than 2,000 springs in Siwa, which is a real desert oasis. Siwa Lake surrounds the town. It is covered with coconut groves on the inside and is close to the golden desert on the outside. In the coconut grove, there are some small hotels and bars. Every dusk, tourists always like to go to the lake, order a glass of juice, sit quietly under the tree, watch the sunset falling in the desert, and dye the lake and the horizon red. About 20 kilometers outside Siwa City, there are several salt lakes of different sizes. Compared with the Dead Sea, the water of the salt lake is more clear and the salinity is higher. Therefore, all tourists who come to Siwa will not forget to check in at the salt lake. Lying quietly on the water and looking up at the blue sky may be their most unforgettable feeling in this life. -

A lifesaver tour guide in Egypt -couldn't be happier more🤩✨

#localtourguides A lifesaver! I would really get angry about this dust and the Chinese tour guide! To be honest, when I first prepared to come to Egypt, I searched for a lot of attacks and was very worried about the dust and travel because most of the reviews I found were negative. I encountered being deceived on the road, had various children asking for money on the road, and had various discriminatory situations. Overall, it was not a good impression. In the reliable Chinese tour guide, which I recommended as Little Tiger by Wall Crack! Despite being filled with anxiety, I still chose a lottery like mentality and chose what I thought was the best: really! The early communication was really efficient! I have tried to communicate with several tour guides, but the result is that they only reply once a day, and some people simply don't reply. Until I communicated with Little Tiger, I was truly valued! Introduce me to various routes without any tricks throughout the entire process! I once again marvel at how valued I am at Little Tiger, even though I am God! Public: Before the trip, we will be given a list of many items that need to be prepared, as well as precautions to prevent fraud! This is really friendly to an ENTP like me, I really don't like to be an offensive person! There are about six people in our group, and we were arranged with eleven business cars for the whole journey! (I can really lie down horizontally) Air conditioning throughout the journey, comfortable to the touch: Our tour guide, Little Tiger, is really a caring person. For someone like me who doesn't travel with a brain, he reminds us to tie up our belongings and bags, and several times I forget to bring my bags when I run. This is what he reminds me, otherwise I will fall apart this time. He can't just take care of me during the trip. Every night after work, we bring it up and want to take a stroll, and he accompanies us responsibly. He also invites us to eat a lot of fruits, experience the authentic Shisha hookah, chat about Egyptian culture, human culture, and answer our questions about Egypt. In the journey of cultural incomprehension, it is inevitable to encounter many "local characteristics", such as carriage pursuit orders and camel temptations, as well as the "king knife carving" of children. These brothers really go straight up and stop without saying a word. I am completely exhausted from the credit limit of being cheated within three times a day! It's really not an ordinary place. Rest assured

Visit Egypt, explore exotic mysteries, and experience a lifetime of adventure.

✨Ancient Egypt, one of the world's ancient civilizations, is a must-see treasure for travelers. Egypt's hot summer is coming to an end, and it's the perfect time to visit. Temples, pyramids, pharaohs, the Nile, the Red Sea... Epic miracles slowly emerge from books and documentaries. Meet us on a relaxing and enjoyable journey. 🚩Explore the Pyramids The pyramids are synonymous with ancient Egyptian civilization and are one of the seven wonders of the world. The three larger and better-preserved pyramids in Giza are the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. The three pyramids are arranged according to the constellation Orion. 🌌 🚩Snorkeling in the Red Sea Immerse yourself in the azure waters of the Red Sea, feel the breeze on your face, and watch the sunlight filter through the clear water. Colorful fish 🐟 swim among the coral, and the beautiful scenery in front of you is like a magical dream. 🚩Ride in a Hot Air Balloon Greet the dawn and bask in the warm sun. 🎈 Overlook the Valley of the Kings in Luxor and the vibrant wheat fields. Watch a historical epic of the old city in the new era. 🚩Cruise on the Nile The Nile is the "Mother River" and "River of Life" for the Egyptians. To enjoy the beauty of the entire Nile, the usual way is to take a cruise. 🚢 Sailing on a felucca on the river, experiencing the glory of the Nile, always brings peace of mind. 👍Ctrip Line Recommendation 【Cairo, Egypt + Aswan + Red Sea + Luxor 10-Day Group Tour】 Come to Egypt on September 14/23 or October 16/30 for an autumn trip. Ctrip self-organized, direct flight from Shenzhen, nationwide transportation, five-star hotels throughout the trip. ❤ Chase dolphins in the Red Sea, take a vacation on an Egyptian cruise, and visit all the classic attractions. Includes a visit to the Luxor Temple worth USD 60 and a visit to the Valley of the Kings worth USD 65. 👍Ctrip Selected Recommendation 【Egypt + UAE Luxury Joint Tour 10 Days】 Ctrip selected, quality guaranteed. Direct round-trip flights from Guangzhou, no shopping, departs on September 20. 2 nights in a standard five-star hotel in Dubai, 3 nights in a five-star resort by the Red Sea. 💕 Click the shopping bag below to contact customer service or book now.

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Boat Trip

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had a great time was easy and fun to see all the beautiful sites

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The best summer vacation 😊😊

#summerdestinations I went to Riyadh for a short while than to Egypt 🇪🇬 for most of my time in the vacation it was so much fun a lot of good memories to remember and lots to look back on #egypt

Chilling like a Pharaoh in front of the Pyramid

The beauty in every angle

My Trip To Egypt With Trip.com

#summerdestinations Hello there! We’re back from Egypt. A destination we’ve been meaning to visit for a while and now it has finally happened. Two weeks exploring the wonders of Egypt on an adventure-filled trip that exceeded our very best expectations. From the Pyramids to the Red Sea, we saw and experienced a lot. Egypt really is a great destination to visit, but not one without its faults. Thanks Trip.com 🥰 #summerdestinations

Colorful Muslim Cities and Countries Globally 🌍

Nubia, Egypt 🇪🇬 If you're looking for peace and joy, the Nubian villages of Egypt should be at the top of your bucket list. You will enjoy visiting the colorful houses of the Nubian people and the magnificent views of the Nile beside the mountains and islands. Lahore, Pakistan 🇵🇰 A sea of color, the Ford Road Food Street is known for its authentic Lahore cuisine, as well as views of the Badshahi Mosque from the Mughal era. The area’s architecture reflects both the Mughal Empire and British rule, offering a rich historical backdrop to your culinary adventure. Yemen 🇾🇪 Amid the harsh coastal plains and plateaus, Yemen's colorful architecture stands out. Common features include multi-layered organization, villages built on cliffs for defensive purposes, and thick walls made of local materials, showcasing the resilience and ingenuity of Yemeni design. Kampung Pelangi, Indonesia 🇮🇩 Known as "Rainbow Village," Kampung Pelangi features 223 houses repainted by residents, builders, and even the mayor himself. Each house is painted in at least three different colors, creating a vibrant and joyful atmosphere. #Travel #Culture #History #Egypt #Pakistan #Yemen #Indonesia #Nubia #Lahore #KampungPelangi #Architecture #MuslimCommunities #GlobalHeritage #ExploreTheWorld