Egyptian history is considered among the most interesting and rich in the history of people’s development, with an overall history of over 5000 years. The Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the temples at Luxor and Karnak are among the architectural marvels of Egypt. Their great achievements in many fields—like engineering, medicine, and astronomy—were the basis for many of today’s sciences.
Egypt’s history is divided into distinct periods: the Old Kingdom, best remembered for the pyramids; the Middle Kingdom; and the New Kingdom, confused and recognized as the Golden Age that succeeded the Middle Kingdom and is best remembered for the days of Hatshepsut, Akhenaten, and Ramses II. As the main water source, the Nile River was equally instrumental to the shaping of Egyptian culture, being their source of food and a means of transport inspiration for their gods.
The Egyptians, who employed one of the earliest writing systems in history, hieroglyphics, are another civilization from which people can learn a great deal about their lives. Famous archeological sites like the tomb of the young Egyptian king, Tutankhamun, as well as treasures buried therein, interest the world to date. From providing nourishment and transportation to the source of inspiration for Egyptian religious beliefs, the Nile River's central role in molding Egyptian civilization.
Thutmose III expanded the Egyptian empire by brilliant military campaigns. Ramses II set his memory within the minds of his people by constructing majestic temples like Abu Simbel; with Akhenaten, Nefertiti did her reforms within Egyptian art and religion during their rule. From the Greco-Roman era to the Islamic era, Egyptian history has consistently produced the best-preserved cultural and historical artifacts. With Golavita Travel, you will get to discover all the interesting facts about ancient Egypt you would like to know.
While most of Egypt's ancient sites close in the evening, there are some exceptional experiences that offer nighttime visits. For example, the Sound and Light shows at the Pyramids of Giza and the Temple of Karnak in Luxor provide a captivating way to explore these historical wonders after dark.
The best time to visit Egypt to avoid the hot heat during the winter and autumn, between October and April you will enjoy the warm weather and visit the iconic sights in your Egypt tours and enjoy the amazing weather of Luxor and Aswan, and also relax on the Red Sea during your Hurghada travel packages.
The average cost of our Egypt tours are start from $470 up to $1770 maximum, but if you need to book Egypt luxury tours it will start from $1230 up to a maximum of $2500.
There are top attractions to visit in your Egypt tours, during your Egypt travel packages you will visit Pyramids of Giza, The Egyptian Museum, Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple and Abu Simbel, you can also enjoy our Egypt Nile cruises tour to explore other top attractions.
Of course! We at Golavita Travel are pros at planning vacations that align with the interests of our customers. We can offer you the beach vacation, Red Sea liveaboard, or historical tour you have been dreaming of.
Egypt is suitable for families; there’s interest for every age. Children will enjoy visiting the Pyramids, taking a camel ride in the desert or going swimming or diving in the Red Sea. More family fun activities include taking the family to an interactive museum in Cairo and cultural visits in Nubian villages.
Egypt Tours offers several transportation options:
Apart from visiting foremost landmarks, you can enjoy unique experiences like a felucca ride on the Nile, exploring the White Desert's surreal landscapes, camping under the stars in the Sinai Peninsula, or attending a traditional Nubian cultural performance in Aswan.
Egyptian souks, like Cairo's Khan El Khalili, are bustling gateways to the local way of life. There, shoppers navigate aisles of fabrics, jewelry, spices, and handicrafts while being enticed by the sound of "traditional" music and freshly brewed coffee.
When you take a trip to Egypt, you will observe that the Egyptians celebrate both local festivals like Sham El-Nessim and religious holidays like Eid al-Fitr and Ramadan. Family and community are central to Egyptian life, with daily traditions such as prayer and hospitality.
Siwa Oasis, Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls, Ras Mohamed National Park for scuba diving, and Mount Sinai for desert and historical attractions are some of Egypt's best-kept secrets.
Egypt has a diversified food culture that is part of the African, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern regions. Egypt’s agricultural background and the exchange over time are reflected in dishes like koshari, falafel, ful medames, and more dishes.
Of course, they can travel to Egypt alone or for business purposes. Egypt is relatively safe for women, most particularly for women who are traveling to tourist destinations. Tourists should follow accepted norms of behavior, dress conservatively, and avoid, for instance, using unsafe taxis or booking accommodation in unsafe hostels.
Yes, you can explore more than one city at a time in your Egypt trip, for instance, Cairo, Luxor, or Aswan, by joining tour groups or through self-organization with the use of domestic airlines and trains and even Nile cruisers. Taxis and Uber can be used for last-minute travel if one feels like exploring certain areas.
Anything is possible! We know you. Your desires are extraordinary and you want Egypt vacations as you wish.
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