Egypt

Egypt is located in the northeast corner of Africa. It connects to Asia by a land bridge formed by the Sinai peninsula on both the Red Sea and the Aqaba Gulf, classifying Egypt as a transcontinental country. Technically, Egypt is the only "Eurafrasia” country in the world. Egypt borders Libya to the west and Sudan to the south. Sharing a tripoint border at the hassanein plateau. Egypt is divided into 27 governorates, most of which are cradles around the Egypt Nile River delta, with Cairo being the capital. It is also the largest city in Arabia. 

Egypt also operates the Suez Canal, which links the Mediterranean to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea, which plays a vital role in global economics. Egypt has played a powerful historical role on the planet. Around 80-90% of the majority of Egyptians are Sunni Muslims and the second largest groups are Christian, mostly Coptic Orthodox whereas only a small number of Egyptian Jews are left. 

Egypt Holiday Destinations

  • The over-exploited tourist traps are the Egypt pyramids, the sphinx, the necropolis, Luxor, Memphis and even the sunken city of Heraklion is gaining a ton of diver tourists. However, when you head off to the beaten trail, you will find a vast realm of treasure troves that lie in the desert of Egypt. Egypt tourism has flourished over the years due to the land’s historical significance, serene landscapes, ancient wonders, and underwater adventures. 
  • The largest inland highway will take you from Siwa Oasis to the incredibly remote potato and wheat crop discs of Al-Wahat and Al-Ain.
  • In the Egypt tour packages, you can include places like Moussaka tombs, one of the only places in the world where you can touch real ancient mummies. 
  • Samir lama memorials, the aboubala's shattered water pots, and the abandoned World War trucks and landing strips can be the highlights of your Egypt vacation.
  • Egypt travel packages organized by abound holidays land you on a playground of eroded rocks, plateaus, and mountains. Primarily, Egypt was covered in grazelands thousands of years ago before desertification came in. 
  • If you are an archaeology fanatic then your Egypt tour will be much more interesting if you visit the Wadi Al-Hitan valley which has fossilized whale bones. 
  • The country lies on the incredibly aired western Sahara and Libyan desert of northern Africa. Formerly made up of dunes with a height of 30 meters and rocky plateaus with the occasional oasis planted in conveniently remote areas.
  • The deserts in Egypt contain rich geological gems and head inland. The Al farafra white desert has strange eroded calcium rock formations caused by the wind and dust storms. 
  • A tour of the extinct volcano calderas and dried-up wadis can also be included in your Egypt holiday packages if you are interested. 
  • Dendera temple, also known as the temple of Hathor,  is one of the ancient temples in Egyptian history. The Egyptians are religious and have preserved the sanctity of the Egyptian gods they follow. The Dendera temple is dedicated to one of the Egypt gods, Hathor who was also known as the goddess of love. 

The most distinguishable feature of Egypt is the famous Nile River. The Egypt Nile tour takes you on a ride of the world's longest river at 6,600 kilometers, that flows north, draining into the Mediterranean. The Nile River provides Egypt with a unique feature that not many North African countries have, and that is fresh irrigation water. 

  • During your Egypt Nile tour, you can explore some of the most majestic views ever including:
  • Luxor; which is the starting point of the Nile cruise
  • Valley of the Kings and Queens
  • Aswa
  • Kom Ombo
  • Colossi of Memnon
  • Temple of Hatshepsut
  • Book your Egypt Nile tour 2023 with Abound Holidays for an awe-inspiring experience of a lifetime. 


Best time of the year to travel to Egypt 

The best time of the year to travel to Egypt is actually throughout the year as the country fills in all the blanks for travelers of every spectrum. 

  • Summer (June to August)

  • Fall (September to November)

  • Spring (March to May)

  • Winter (December to February)

FAQs

Is it safe to travel to Egypt as a woman?

  • Egypt is generally safe while traveling solo. However, precautions should always be taken while traveling alone, whether male or female. There are a few things you can follow to make your travel experience safe and comfortable:
  • Avoid walking alone at night to any unknown localities,
  • Always travel with trusted travel agencies,
  • Avoid engaging in conversations with strangers and random vendors,
  • Take care of your valuables like pieces of jewelry, passport, mobile phones, cameras, and necessary documents,
  • Dress modestly.

Do I need a visa to travel to Egypt?

Yes! But most people get an on-arrival visa depending on which country are from. However, you should always go through the latest visa requirements. 

Is Egypt a safe place to travel?

Yes! Egypt is usually safe to travel. But traveling to any new destination can bring surprises along the way. So it is always safe to travel with caution. 

How much does it cost to travel to Egypt?

The cost to travel to Egypt may vary depending on the time of your trip. $500-$1500 will usually cost for the round trip and the hotel may cost around the average cost per person is around $70-$75.