Egypt Travel Guide English Edition

Egypt – the cradle of civilization. Have you ever wanted to see an actual pyramid, to marvel at the most breathtaking architectural works in all of history? Or enter one and explore the exciting tunnels and chasms within? Have you ever imagined yourself visiting the tomb of an ancient king and inspecting priceless pieces of ancient Egyptian culture?

You can do all these, and more, by visiting the illustrated Egypt Travel Guide at http://www.travel-to-egypt.net

The most popular Egyptian tours are visits to Pyramids and museums of ancient civilizations. Within these Ancient Egypt Tours that are generally of a Pharoanic nature, you will be able to tour Cairo, Luxor and Aswan, and see not only awesome markers of ancient Egyptian history, but also landmarks of religious importance. You can also organize your tour to even include a cruise down the Nile River as well.

There are several tours on offer, some with definite itineraries, others organized according to your desired route, usually dependent on how much you want to see and how long you plan to stay. Highlights of the tours include the Giza (Great Pyramid) and the Saqqara (Step) Pyramids, the Citadel, an Islamic market called Khan el-Khalili, as well as other markets, churches and museums, all in Cairo. In Luxor, the must-see landmarks would be at least one or two of the many fine monuments and tombs found on the West Bank, which will prove to be welcome escapes from the heat of the city. Make sure to also visit the Luxor and Karnak temples and the highly popular Luxor museum, all on the East Bank.

Although you can fly or take a train between Cairo, Luxor and Aswan, we highly recommend the bus rides between Luxor and Aswan, as these trips usually have stopovers at popular, historic monuments along the way. In Aswan, you could tour Elephantine Island, the Nubian museum and the unfinished Obelisk, the High Dam and St. Simon’s Monastery. If you have an extra day to spare, you could also visit the temples of Abu Simbel, and have more time to see Aswan’s many other attractions.

Religious tours are also highly popular, such as the Holy Family route and the Exodus route, as well as tours of Islamic mosques. You can just imagine Moses leading the chosen people out of Egypt as you follow in their steps. Unstructured religious tours are also on offer, allowing you to see highlights from either the Holy Family and Exodus routes, as well as monuments found in the Pharoanic tours.

The Ancient Egypt Tour is the ideal vacation for the adventurer in you, and a great educational trip for the entire family, especially if you have around two weeks to spare. Aside from soaking up the amazing ancient cultures, you’ll also get to meet a people who are wonderfully accommodating and friendly.

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Egypt is a country where you can find the most number of mysterious places. Vacations Egypt tours is especially popular among European travelers having frequency for every 5 hours or so.

Let me take you to the popular tourist destinations and sightseeing places of Egypt.

Location of Egypt

Egypt is a Middle Eastern country in northeast Africa; located at the center of the Arab world. Egypt controls the Suez Canal which is the shortest sea link between the Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea

The Pyramids of Giza

The Grerat Pyramids of Giza is the most mysterious places worth seeing. Though the ancient Egyptians have no advance technologies to work with,  the pyramids of Khufu, Kafhre and Menkaura are perfectly shaped structures that make every one wonder about how exactly they were made.

Sphix

One of the most mysterious structures of Egypt is the Sphix. Sphinx is located at the Great Pyramids still makes people argue about its origin and its purpose.The Sphinx is 50 meters long and 22 meters high. Conventional archaeologists attribute its construction…

Abu Simbel Temples of Egypt

Abu Simbel are two temples build by Pharaoh Ramesses II to commemorate his wife, Nefertari and himself.

Abu Simbel are breath taking place and are one of the most beautiful in Egypt.

Cairo, the Capital City

If you really want to immerse yourself in Egyptian culture, it would be best for you to go to the capital city. Cairo is one of the exciting places to spend your trip visiting the gorgeous citadel of Salah EI-Din Ei-Ayoubi in the Moqattam hills.

Temples of Kamak

The best ways to experience ancient Egypt is by visiting the place of worship. Temples of Karnak is the biggest site for Egyptian worship, having a monument to every God in the Theban religion. As in Kamak, a monumental entrance gate leads into a large courtyard beyond which is a hypostyle hall with gigantic columns, followed by the actual sanctuary, to which only pharaohs and priests were allowed access.

Nile River of Egypt

The beautiful river Nile makes it way down from High Dam and Nasser Lake. Nile is dotted with pretty islands and high desert hills topped with the Aga khan’s Mausoleum.

Valley of Kings

The valley of Kings is a place where Egypt’s most respected pharaohs were buried. In fact this is a place where Tutankharoun, the most famous mummies of all time were found by archaeologists.

Egyptian Museum

The best places to learn about Egypt, a place where archeologists have put the Egyptian treasures under high security.

The Coptic Museum

The Coptic Museum was founded by Morcos Smeika Pasha in 1910 AD to displaying Coptic monuments and in order to easily trace the history of Christianity in Egypt. Coptic Monuments are considered as a liaison between Ancient Egyptian Art during the Pharaonic and the Greco-Roman periods on one hand and the Islamic era on the other.

The travel Egypt vacations guide will update you with information about Egypt tours sightseeing places, Egypt hotels, restaurants and accommodation available to make memorable Egypt tours experience.

Egypt’s mystical and timeless appeal has for centuries seen the ancient country being ranked among the most spectacular sightseeing destinations in the world.

Egypt is reached by air, water as well as road and rail. Those travelling by air can come in through Cairo International Airport, Alexandria, Nozah, Luxor and Aswan in Upper Egypt, Hurghaba in the Red Sea area, and Sharm El-Sheikh in South Sinai.

There are several airliners that offer Egypt flights including British Airways, Alitalia, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Royal Dutch Airlines, and Thai Airways International.

In addition to airports there are a number of marine harbors for those that prefer to travel by sea. For those travelling on the Mediterranean Sea, the ports of Alexandria, Port Said, and Damietta are all possible entry points. There is also a port right at the Gulf of Suez and another, the port of Nuweiba on the Gulf of Aqaba. The Red Sea offers three options for travellers; the ports of Hurghaba, Safaga, and Sharm El-Sheikh.

For those who prefer road trips, there are three overland entry posts. The Salloum entry post is located on the northwestern border (for those coming in from Lybia). The famous Rafah crossing is on the northeastern border for those coming in from the Gaza strip, the Occupied Territories, and Israel. On the eastern border there is a post at Taba for those coming in from Israel.

Getting the right paper work and visa is essential to a stress free entry into Egypt. Non-Egyptian visitors arriving in Egypt are required to be in possession of a valid passport. Visas can be obtained from either the Egyptian Diplomatic and consular Missions Abroad,  the Entry Visa Department, or from Immigration and Nationality Administration (TDINA). However it is  possible for visitors to obtain an entry visa at any major points of entry.

Visitors entering Egypt at the overland border post to Taba to visit Gulf of Aqaba coast and St. Catherine can be exempted from visa and granted a free residence permit for fourteen days to visit the area. Citizens of the following countries are required to be in possession of a pre-arrival visa: Afghanistan, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Chechnya, Croatia, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kirghizia, Lebanon, Macau, Macedonia, Malaysia, Moldavia, Montenegro, Morocco, Pakistan, Palestine, The Philippines, Russia, Serbia, Slovenia, Sri-Lanka, Tadzhikistan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan and all African countries.

Those in possession of a residence permit in Egypt are not required to obtain an entry visa if they leave the country and return to it within the validity of their residence permit or within six months, whichever period is less.

There are three kinds of visas to Egypt. Tourist visas are usually valid for a period not exceeding three months and granted on either single or multiple entry basis. Entry visa are required of any visitors arriving in Egypt for purposes such as work, and study that are not related to tourism. This visa is necessary for the completion of the residence procedure in Egypt. Transit visas are made available to travellers transiting through Egypt. Once in Egypt, visitors have different options to get around the country in an easy and comfortable way. The options range from car rental, luxury trains, and coaches to domestic flights to connect tourist cities.

If you are coming in through Cairo International, you have the option of renting a limousine with fixed fees according to your accommodation location from the airport, or use Cairo airport transportation service which covers all the country and airports. You can request for this service through your travel agent or from the information desk at the airport.

The easiest and most common way of moving within any city is by taxis. This are easily available in the major cities, Cairo, for instance, has a fleet of air-conditioned and metered yellow cabs. One is whoever advised to book their taxis at least an hour before their intended time for their trip. In some cases it is recommended that you ask for a receipt as proof of payment to avoid any inconvenience later.

Alternatively one could catch a regular taxi on the street or even in front of their hotel. They are usually coloured depending on the city they operate in. in Alexandria they are yellow and black, in Cairo they are black and white. It is very important to know the colour codes in different cities so that you minimize risks.

Egypt’s major cities have a healthy bus system within and between the cities. Examples of which are Super Jet, Delta and Upper Egypt buses. They go from city to city and they provide catering facilities, toilets and on board entertainment. The con in travelling with buses is that they stop far too often thus taking too long especially on long distance trips. Rail travel is highly recommended for long distance travel.

The underground, which is comprised of two long lines, is the cheapest and fastest way to move inside Cairo and Giza governorate especially in the rush hours (from 2 pm to 5pm). The first, from Helwan to El Marg has 33 stops; the second, from Giza to Shoubra El Khema has 18 stops. Note that the first carriage on each train is always strictly for women. Summer working hours are from 6:00 am to 1:00 am and winter working hours are from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Many transportation companies offer a wide choice of luxury cars and coaches with well trained drivers. Car rental agencies are represented in the major cities as well as the international and domestic airports. The train is one of the best ways to travel between major Egyptian cities.

Three kinds of trains are available: the ordinary, the express, and the turbo. The express and the turbo are the more expensive options, but they come with the advantage of a pampered journey taking you to your destination rapidly with all catering facilities and air-conditioning. An excellent turbo train service is available between Cairo and main cities around the country. The train takes about   two hours to go from Cairo to Alexandria.

For those who prefer to travel by air locally, Egypt Air – the national carrier – links most of the tourist cities in Egypt with its reliable domestic flights. It is possible to fly directly from Luxor to Sharm El Sheikh or Alexandria.

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The Arab Republic of Egypt, known under the name of Egypt is a republic in northern Africa. Egypt was established by the Latin word Aegyptus derived from the Greek, meaning “the name of a temple of the god Path of Memphis”. Cairo (Kahira) is the capital of Egypt also known as the city for learning, culture and trade.

Cairo Egypt travel deals has the opportunities to visit and enjoy the famous tourist destinations. Visitors can choose from a variety of options as a Sahara Safari, a trip to Cairo and a cruise down the Nile.

Egypt is well suited to the rail and plane reached, but the vast region, the country finds its way everyone can take a long time. A journey can be an excellent choice for people who have less time to the earth. However, the adventurous can opt for a Nile cruise along the beautiful river and a spectacular experience. Visitors can also view the private guides. The leaders in Egypt are certified by the government and are very useful. The tourism industry in Egypt is in full recovery and has much to offer to individual needs. There are a number of hotels to choose in places such as Luxor, Aswan, Alexandria, Hurghada and the Sharm-el Sheikh.

Egypt is a shopping paradise for a variety of local products. The Khan al-Khalili bazaar in Cairo has published numerous articles of daily use. There are many bazaars in other cities famous for hand-made carpets, perfume-concentrates and pharaohnic objects. Egyptian cotton is known worldwide for its purity. Papyrus authentic can be bought on the local markets.

The best time to visit this country is desert from May to September. A travel deal to Cairo Egypt is information with a host of websites and the rich history of civilization. Tours are available to all the needs of travelers. The visas for tourists may, at any port.

Planning a trip to Egypt? If so, it will be of great benefit to read a simple and basic Egypt travel guide before proceeding to make any plans or tour arrangements. Why? Because, like any country, Egypt has its “must see” locations, its visitor requirements and some basic information that is always good to know.

For example, anyone making a visit to Egypt should consider taking the time to tour some of the following popular destinations:

·         The Pyramids of Giza

·         The Egyptian Museum in Cairo

·         Abu Simbel

·         Luxor and Karnak temple complexes

·         The Valley of the Kings

·         Alexandria

·         The “Red Sea Riviera”

·         The Western Desert and Oases

·         Historical areas of the Sinai Peninsula

Additionally, many visitors plan a Nile River cruise of some kind or another and make a point of visiting the larger markets in Cairo, including the famous Khan al-Khalili. Only by reading through a fairly comprehensive Egypt travel guide will a visitor understand the entire area they intend to tour, and be able to plan the best and most enjoyable visit.

Before planning a visit to the country however, a good Egypt travel guide will make a tourist aware of the kinds of documentation and even medical issues they must also be aware of. For example, visas and passports are mandatory for every individual who seeks to enter Egypt, and residents of some nations have far less required of them in order to gain a visa. In fact, there are many people who are able to simply complete their visa paperwork on the plane in which they are travelling to Egypt. A thorough Egypt travel guide will itemize each nation and what its citizens will require in order to enter the country.

There are also some cultural issues that a good Egypt travel guide will discuss, and this includes the proper dress for both men and women as well as standards of behavior that will be required for most visitors. Generally such topics are focused on modesty and respect for long-standing social traditions. For example, alcoholic beverages are not commonly served, and are in fact “taboo” for many practitioners of Islam.

Additionally, a good Egypt travel guide must address subjects such as transportation, “baksheesh” which is the customary tipping of all service providers, and even safety.

Egypt is a fascinating, diverse and remarkable land, and a high quality Egypt travel guide is a great tool in planning an enjoyable visit to this popular country.

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