Egypt is famous and known for its ancient history. It is a particular favorite of Hollywood, retelling stories of mummies, ancient pharaohs, and curses. Regardless of what you may have seen in the movies, Egypt is a country you need to see and experience at least once in your lifetime. Journey to Egypt and explore the ancient history, monuments, and birthplace of an ancient civilization. See where the most famous Egyptian kings, such as Tutankamun and Nefateri ruled and were buried. Explore the most famous landmarks, and see the pyramids of Giza and the sphinx up close.
It’s not just ancient history and landmarks that are all to see here. Egypt has a modern and exciting culture to explore. Our list will ensure you see the very best and varying attractions that Egypt has to offer:
The Pyramids of Giza
This might be one of Egypt’s most well-known attractions. When you think of Egypt the Pyramids Of Giza may come to mind and it is definitely a popular attraction that lives up to the hype. Built 5000 years ago, the pyramids consist of three separate structures all built around 2750 BC. It is the oldest member of the Seven Wonders of the World collection. The pyramids are surprisingly still intact, considering being built over 5000 years ago. Enjoy experiencing this world-famous attraction all for yourself and upon your return home, you can officially say you’ve seen one of the seven wonders of the world!
Cairo
Enjoy exploring the capital city and all there is to see and do. Cairo is an exciting city, filled with endless attractions. It is the largest city on the African continent and the 6th largest city in the entire world. Cairo is worth your time and there are countless attractions. Enjoy a day in one of the museums, shopping, eating, and historical landmarks.
Visit a Cairo Cafe
Enjoy sitting down in one of the many cafes located in the exciting heart of the city. You are guaranteed to enjoy a delicious cup of coffee, you may even find yourself going back again and again throughout the day! Cairo has a huge cafe scene and it is arguably more popular than nightclubs and restaurants. Fear not, if you aren’t a coffee person there are other delicious beverages to sample and also sweet treats. Whatever you are craving, you are guaranteed to find exactly what you are looking for.
Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
Spend a day viewing the largest collection of Egyptian artifacts in the world. Walk through the many galleries within the museum and enjoy viewing over 120,000 artifacts. There is a range of important artifacts, one of note would be Tutankamun’s gold death mask. There is even a room called ‘the mummy room’ where you can see the mummified remains of ancient Egyptian royalty. It’s no wonder this is one of Cairo’s most popular artifacts.
The Great Sphinx
Built out of 4,500-year-old limestone, the Great Sphinx is iconic and it is easy to see why. The half lion half man sculpture, given historical context, has been a spiritual guardian of the Pyramids of Giza, for almost 5000 years.
The River Nile
Sail down the world-famous River Nile and take in the breathtaking sites of the Pyramids, tombs and temples. There are multiple tours and sailings available, what better way to experience the River Nile?
Dahshur Pyramids
Venture inside the Pyramids of Dahshur, just a short drive from Cairo you will find two of the oldest pyramids still largely intact. The Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid are absolute must-sees and must-do when visiting Egypt. If you are claustrophobic then venturing inside may not be the best idea. However, if you are feeling brave and up for an adventure; then no better way to experience these pyramids than to scale all the way down the tight compact tunnels. Once inside you will be able to explore the chambers and feel transported back to 2700 BC.
Valley of the Kings
Regarded as one of the very best things to do in all of Egypt, the Valley of the Kings is one of the best archeological finds in history. From the 16th to the 11th century BC the valley was the site where Pharaohs and members of the royal family were buried. There are over 60 tombs in the Valley of the Kings that were used as burial grounds for over 500 years. This has become one of the most popular attractions in Egypt. The valley was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is open to visitors. You can go inside and explore the decorative limestone tombs for yourself.
Scuba Dive in the Red Sea
Enjoy an epic day filled with adventure and dive into the depths of the Red Sea. Scuba dive in one of the most famous oceanic inlets. The Red Sea is known for its reefs and warm waters, scuba diving into the waters, and exploring the many shipwrecks below. The Red Sea is beloved by scuba diving enthusiasts as its waters are crystal clear.
