Egypt

Part of the Giza Necropolis – Egypt's most-visited tourist attraction – are the three large Pyramids of Giza. The largest is the Great Pyramid of Giza – also known as the Pyramid of Khufu or the Pyramid of Cheops.

How to Reach

You can take a bus or taxi from Cairo to reach the Pyramids of Giza.

Bus - Bus Number 355 and 357 are available from Downtown to Giza Pyramids. You can board bus number 355 or 357 from a bus stand behind the Egyptian Museum on the main road.

Taxi - Uber & Careem app based taxis are readily available and it is the most recommended option to go to the pyramids.

Timings

8 AM to 4 PM - October to March

7 AM to 6 PM - April to September

Time to Spend

Plan on spending a minimum of three hours at the Pyramids of Giza.

Tickets

Entrance ticket for the Giza Pyramid Complex costs 200 EGP ($6.50). If you want to go inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu, you have to pay additional EGP 440($14.00).

Tips

There are two entrances to the Giza Complex - the Great Pyramid (Khufu) entrance, or the Sphinx entrance. When booking the cab, remember to pick the entrance you wish to use.

To beat the crowds reach early at around 07:30 am & enter through the great pyramid entrance, in this way you can have finished exploring the interior tunnels and burial chambers of the Pyramid of Khufu by the time the tour buses start pulling in.

Egyptian Museum

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The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, commonly known as the Egyptian Museum, located in Cairo, Egypt, houses the largest collection of Egyptian antiquities in the world featuring the famous Tutankhamun collection with its beautiful gold death mask and sarcophagus and the royal Mummy room, which houses an additional eleven Pharaonic dignitaries.

How to Reach

It is located on the northern side of Tahrir Square, Downtown, Cairo and is easily accessible by most bus routes and taxi service. If you are traveling via taxi then the name of the Egyptian museum in Arabic is “Almathaf Almasri fil Tahrir”

Timings

9:00 am – 7:00 pm every day

Ticket Office - 8:30 am - 6:00 pm

Time to Spend

If you are historically inclined and wish to see everything in detail then even 2 days are not enough to visit the entire museum, else plan on spending a minimum of three to four hours at the museum.

Tickets

Adult: EGP 300 (USD 10)
Student: EGP 150 (USD 5)

Free for children under 6 years of age.

Tips

Spend more time at Tutankhamun Collection.

Khan el Khalili Souq

Khan-el-Khalili is a famous bazaar and souq in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt. This vibrant open-air bazaar is a treasure trove of Egyptian culture, with bustling streets filled with local artisans and vendors. This colorful market is filled with shops, stalls, restaurants, and cafes selling everything from spices to jewelry to souvenirs. It's a great place to find unique items and experience traditional Egyptian culture.

How to Reach

As Khan El Khalili Market is located in the heart of Cairo, it isn't hard to follow one of the public transportation routes to get there. If you want to save yourself the hassle, order an Uber or take a taxi. The metro is one of the easiest means, just reach Ataba Station and you're almost there.

Timings

The Khan el Khalili market is closed on Sundays.

Other Places to Visit in Cairo & Things to do

Saqqara

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Located south of Cairo, Saqqara was the vast necropolis of the Ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis, and is home to the nation's oldest pyramid: the Step Pyramid of Djoser

Tahrir Square

Tahrir Square also known as Martyr Square is a major public town square in downtown Cairo, Egypt.

Koshary : National Dish Of Egypt

It is a traditional Egyptian staple, mixing pasta, Egyptian fried rice, vermicelli and brown lentils, and topped with a zesty tomato sauce, garlic vinegar and garnished with chickpeas and crispy fried onions.

Luxor's Temples & Tombs

Karnak Temple

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The Karnak Temple is a massive temple complex to which dozens of pharaohs added their own constructions. Because of its long history of construction and functionality, the gods worshipped at Karnak range from some of the earliest Egyptian deities to some of the latest, thus offering an impressive presentation of ancient Egyptian religious practices and beliefs. An entrance ticket to Karnak Temple costs EGP 450 USD 15

Luxor Temple

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The Luxor Temple is a large Ancient Egyptian temple complex located on the east bank of the Nile River in the city today known as Luxor and was constructed approximately 1400 BCE. Entry ticket is for EGP 400 (USD 13)

Temple of Hatshepsut

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The mortuary temple of Hatshepsut is a mortuary temple built during the reign of Pharaoh Hatshepsut of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt. It is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Entry ticket is for EGP 360 (USD 12)

Valley of The Kings

Valley of the Kings is an area in Egypt where, for a period of nearly 500 years from the Eighteenth Dynasty to the Twentieth Dynasty, rock-cut tombs were excavated for pharaohs and powerful nobles under the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt.

How to Reach

Taxi is the most convenient option. Uber and Careem both are available.

Timings

Monday to Sunday from 6 am to 4 pm.

Tickets

Entry ticket is around EGP 600 (USD 20) in which you will get to visit any 3 tombs, but entry to the best tombs is at an additional cost for which you need to purchase tickets at the start of the tour. The best tombs in the valley of the kings are:

The Tomb of Ramesses 3,4,5 & 6,
Tomb of King Tutankhamen,
Tomb of Seti I and
Tomb of Nefertari.

Tips to Visit Luxor

Plan for two days for a comfortable trip.

Stay on the East Bank.

Visit all the attractions on the West bank of the Nile on day 1 and on the East bank on Day 2.

Other Places to go in Egypt

Sharm el Sheikh - Sharm El Sheikh is perfect for a relaxing getaway or a fun-filled adventure. Sunbathe and swim at the beach, explore the Old Town, or visit the region's famous historical sites.

Alexandria - Alexandria was best known for the Lighthouse of Alexandria (Pharos), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; its Great Library, the largest in the ancient world; and the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages.

Hurghada - Hurghada is a beach resort town renowned for scuba diving, spectacular coral reefs and tiny colorful fish settlements that captured the world attention and became the Europeans obsession and their favorite escape destination in the winter with its white sand and clear turquoise water.

Nile River Cruise - Depending on your budget, time and what you want to see, you can opt for one of the following:

Short Cruise - Nile Dinner Cruise which comprises of the oriental & belly dancing shows that are performed on board while enjoying the Chef’s set menu of some of the most delicious Egyptian oriental dishes to experience the best Egyptian cuisine while being in Egypt.

Long Cruise - Most Nile long cruises last for anywhere from three to seven nights. A short three-night cruise will take you to the main highlights, including Aswan, Kom-Ombo and Luxor, while the four-night option will add an extra stop like the temples of Edfu.

Recommended Places to Stay

Cairo

Cleopatra Hotel- Located right across Egyptian Museum. Budget friendly hotel with a good restaurant.

Luxor

Nefertiti Hotel - Located on the East Bank. It is a hostel that also offers private rooms. Wonderful place to stay with a view of the Luxor Temple.

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