While holidaying in the north eastern country of Egypt, excursions in Egypt can be arranged to uncover the hidden secrets of the country. There are breathtaking pyramids and the Sphinx which have withstood the ravages of time and are waiting to be explored. Excursions in Egypt also lead one to the picturesque Red Sea which houses a large number of resorts, villas and apartments, ideal for holidaymakers.
One of the popular Egypt excursions involves the country’s river, which is often considered the lifeline of the locals. The Nile Cruises involves luxury cruise liners and are mainly favored by luxury tourists. The luxury cruises start from Luxor on the banks of the River. The tour covers a total of ten excursions in Egypt which leads the tourists to the burial ground of the monarchs which are known as Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens. The Egyptian Excursion tour also involves visiting the Luxor Temple, Edfu Temples and the Aswan High Dam, few of the well known tourist attractions in Egypt.
Another popular tour in Egypt which allows the guests to experience the true essence of the country is the Desert Excursions. This is a daily trip which is organized by local tour operators and safari experts. Tourists can opt for their ride which varies from Quad Bikes and Canyon Jeep. Desert Excursions in Egypt involving Quad Bikes is operated daily by local travel agents. The duration of the safari ride is two and half hour and involves mountain stopping at a Bedouin village where you can drink tea and interact with locals. Canyon Jeep Safari is another option for desert excursions in Egypt and involves a jeep ride outside Nuweiba where one can view the mountain ranges and snorkeling in the beaches. This is an all day trip.
One can also hire a jeep and driver for a day and explore the unspoilt town of Dahab. Tourists can snorkel or dive at the Blue Hole which is known for its colorful species of fishes. Tourists can also shop at the kiosks of Dahab. The excursion usually involves meal and soft beverages. If one can extend their budget then one can also explore the narrow valleys and raised fossil coral reefs of Abu Galum.
Excursions in Egypt also involve Cultural and Religious Excursions. One of the popular religious tours in Egypt is the St Catherine’s Monastery which usually takes place on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays. The all day trip involves a trip to the St Catherine’s Monastery and a stop at the Bedouin Village where one can buy souvenirs. The trip also involves a tour around the old church, Moses Well, Burning Bush area and the Museum. Tourists are also taken to the small town of Dahab which is merely 20 minutes from the monastery. Other religious excursions are:
- Moses Mountain and Saint Catherine’s Monastery
- Ras Mohammad
Excursions also involve Red Sea Voyages which lead to destinations like the Tiran Island. One can also opt for excursions in plain that lead to the main cities like Luxor, Cairo and Alexandria. Other prominent excursions in Egypt involves camel and Horse Riding trip.
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