The Sun, Sea And Sand of Egypt

Egypt is a fascinating destination and home to some of the best preserved antiquities and monuments in the world. The capital city of Cairo is your gateway to the past and the starting point for most Egypt holidays. Located along the river Nile, Cairo is a beautiful blend of modern life and ancient traditions and home to some of the friendliest people in the region.

The Giza Plateau is located approximately 30 minutes south of Cairo city centre, and is, perhaps, the main attraction for tourism. Visit the Great Pyramid of Cheops, sphinx and Solar Boat Museum for a half-day excursion during daylight, and return for an evening sound and light performance after dark.

Conveniently located in the central metro area, the Egyptian Museum in Cairo is home to priceless art and antiquities dating back to the early pharaohs through the height of Egyptian civilization during the 18th and 19th Dynasties. The Mummy Room is located upstairs to the right, and displays with reverence the remains of Ramses II, Amenhotep II, Thuthmosis IV and more.

The next leg of a well-rounded Egypt holidays is to board a Nile cruise ship in Aswan or Luxor for a three to seven night journey through the Upper Egypt monuments. A full day will be devoted to the city of Luxor for the Valley of the Kings, the Ramusseum, Luxor and Karnak Temples, and the Luxor Museum. Early risers may opt for a 6AM hot air balloon ride over the valley for a bird's eye view of the rugged terrain and all that is built upon it.

Additional stops on the Nile cruise include the Ptolemy city of Edfu, Esna, Kom Ombo for a visit to the remains of the crocodile worship temple, and the picture perfect beauty of Aswan to the south. Additional tour options include a Lake Nasser cruise or a one hour flight from Aswan to Abu Simbel for a self-guided walk through of the mammoth mortuary temples built by Ramses II, also known as Ramses the Great.

Finally, a trip to the Red Sea is the perfect culmination to an adventure through antiquity, with it's crystal clean waters and powder white sands. The most popular Red Sea destinations include Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh, and Marsa Alam for some of the best diving in the world, water sports, dining, shopping and beautiful natural surroundings where the desert meets the sea.

For a truly unforgetable trip that leaves you relax and with complete peace of mind, cheap all inclusive holidays to egypt are highly recommended as it leaves out the hassles of having to plan every aspect of your holiday.