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Jan &
Rose; Jun 2006: Visited Sharm el Sheikh and Sinai and Red Sea 4
times so much to do and see. St Catherines Monastery with the
Burning Bush and monks from all over the world work there, built in
the 4th C; Ride a... [more]
Mel Hoffman; May 2005: Of course we loved climbing up the pyramid,
although it is awfully hot inside and the air is strange, you have
to keep telling yourself that you are not claustrophobic and that
you are nearly there! It was incredibly hot when... [more]
Joan Sharpe, Ian Tucker; Mar 2005: This is the most amazing country,
steeped in history with friendly people, great weather & good
restaurants. We love Luxor as it's so easy to get to the Valley of
the Kings, Karnak & Luxor Temples, museums, etc. It is... [more]
Egypt Travel Guide
Temple of Karnak, Luxor © Judith Duk
Egypt is synonymous with Pharaohs, the pyramids, temples and
antiquities from ancient civilisations. And at the centre of these
great civilisations lies the Nile River that has influenced their
economics, social life, politics and religion. It is the oldest
travel destination on earth: Greek and Roman travellers came in 430
BC to wonder at some of the very sights that make it a modern travel
destination today. The magnificence of the painted Valley of the
Kings, exquisite temples and the pyramids were all sought-after
subjects of admiration, and many were already 2,500 years old!
From desert landscapes and dry, rugged mountains that reach to the
sea, dusty cities full of exotic sounds and smells, and green strips
of agricultural land snaking along the banks of the Nile, Egypt has
something to offer all travellers from all walks of life.
Spectacular diving in the Red Sea; unique desert experiences,
whether on the back of a camel to Mount Sinai or on a jeep safari to
the inner oases; the colour and chaos of Cairo and its markets; and
felucca cruises on the Nile River are just some of the exotic
attractions awaiting visitors. Egypt promises an unforgettable
experience of history and relaxation - a mixture of discovery and
pleasure.
Most people who think of Egypt think of antiquities, but Egypt
offers much more. Certainly it is a prime location to see our great
heritage from the ancient world, including Pyramids and wonderful
temples, but it is also part of the Holy Land, and tours to
Christian and other religious monuments are popular. Yet Egypt also
offers nature and desert treks, great scuba diving and even golf,
fishing and birding expeditions. One may choose to relax on the
wondrous Egypt Red Sea or Sinai coasts, take in the high culture of
Cairo, or even leisurely float down the Egyptian Nile on a luxurious
river boat.
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