Things To Do
The Great Pyramid of Giza
The only remaining of the Ancient Wonders of the World! Come see the Great Pyramids of Giza to truly look back in history!
The Grand Egyptian Museum GEM
The new museum for Egyptian antiquities, located by the Pyramids! Come see the famous (and relocated) Rameses II statue!
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
The original Egyptian museum of antiquities located in Downtown Cairo. A must see for the plethora of Egyptian artifacts and it's just the tip of the iceberg!
Old Cairo and Religions Complex (Mugamma al Adyan)
An essential Cairo experience! Explore the old part of Cairo (Fustat) and see monuments from various periods including the Coptic and Islamic. Check out the National Museums of Egyptian Civilization, the Hanging Church, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, and various historical Mosques such as Amr ibn alAs, Sultan Hassan, Ibn Tulun, as well as the old market (Khan el Khalili). Come with loose clothing covering one's legs and arms (and hair for ladies).
Zamalek
Island neighborhood in Cairo with cute shops, cafes, and restaurants! Also there are shows at El Sawy Culture Wheel! Some suggestions are: Le Pacha 1901 (a set of restaurants on a boat, go to Carlo's for delicious Egyptian food!), go to Zooba's for Egyptian street food (especially Koshary), Diwan Bookstore (for good books and a cute cafe), and the Cairo Opera House for lovely musical experience!
Felucca Ride
A quintessential Egyptian experience - have a ride on the traditional Egyptian Felucca boats on the Nile! Our suggestion is to go just before sunset!
Alexandria
Beautiful and historic - a must see to enjoy the Mediterranean Sea! Be sure to see the Bibliotheca Alexandrina (the Alexandria Library), the Corniche, Citadel of Qaitbay, the Montaza Palace, the Roman Amphitheater, and have the freshest seafood! Fish Market is a solid choice!
Luxor Governorate
Home to Karnak Temple - one of the largest ancient religious complexes in the world! One of the end points to your Nile Cruise! Fly in from Cairo (CAI) to Luxor (LXR).
Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
When in Luxor, make sure to visit this amazing temple by Queen Hatshepsut!
Valley of the Kings
Make sure to visit the Valley of the Kings to see the original tombs of Egypt's Pharaohs, including King Tutankhamun!
Aswan
Beautiful Nubian city and the other end point of your Nile Cruise! If you can, stay at the serene and historic Old Cataract Hotel! Fly back to Cairo (CAI) from Aswan (ASW).
Abu Simbel
See Ramses II's grand monument that was relocated and a UNESCO World Heritage Site! Best paired with a Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise!
El Gouna
A gorgeous resort area near Hurghada in the Red Sea! Go snorkeling and suntan! Fastest way is to fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Hurghada (HRG).
Sharm El-Sheikh
Enjoy the beautiful Red Sea, including world-renowned snorkeling and scuba diving in the coral reefs! Fastest way is to fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Sharm El Sheikh (SSH).