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Egypt Highlights and Events
Travel in Egypt with Intrepid
Awesome ancient wonders, endless golden sands and atmospheric local souqs make Egypt the ultimate travel destination. From the enigmatic aura of the Sphinx to the imposing glory of the Pyramids, step into the Land of the Pharaohs and discover the exotic charms of evocative Egypt.
Experience Egypt's highlights on these trips
Khartoum to Cairo
27 days
Basix
- USD $2,280CAD $2,290AUD $2,215EUR €1,775GBP £1,380NZD $2,840ZAR R17,695CHF FR2,055Trip Price tool tip
- USD $571Kitty tool tip
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USD $2,851*CAD $2,844*AUD $2,761*EUR €2,173*GBP £1,728*NZD $3,525*ZAR R21,666*CHF FR2,506** Total price tool tip
Cairo to Khartoum
27 days
Basix
- USD $2,280CAD $2,290AUD $2,215EUR €1,775GBP £1,380NZD $2,840ZAR R17,695CHF FR2,055Trip Price tool tip
- USD $571Kitty tool tip
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USD $2,851*CAD $2,844*AUD $2,761*EUR €2,173*GBP £1,728*NZD $3,525*ZAR R21,666*CHF FR2,506** Total price tool tip
Sinai Beach Break
5 days
Original
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USD $375CAD $357AUD $345EUR €262GBP £217NZD $442ZAR R2,860CHF FR322Total twin price tool tip
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USD $640CAD $610AUD $590EUR €450GBP £375NZD $755ZAR R4,890CHF FR555Total single price tool tip
Alexandria Short Break
2 days
Original
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USD $320CAD $305AUD $295EUR €225GBP £187NZD $377ZAR R2,445CHF FR277Total twin price tool tip
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USD $375CAD $355AUD $345EUR €265GBP £220NZD $440ZAR R2,860CHF FR325Total single price tool tip
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Highlights
- Visit the impressive temples of Abu Simbel
- Shop for souvenirs at Cairo's Khan al-Khalili bazaar
- Hike to the summit of Mt Sinai
- Spend a night camping in the White Desert
- Sail down the Nile River on an Egyptian felucca
- Visit a local Nubian family in Aswan
- Dive into the warm waters of the Red Sea
- Travel to the Valley of the Kings on a donkey
- Ride a camel to the Pyramids of Giza
- Discover King Tut's treasures in Cairo's Egyptian Museum
- Visit the massive temples of Karnak in Luxor
- Take a moonlight walk around the Luxor Temple
- Experience the bustling energy of Cairo
- Discover the ancient wonders of Alexandria
- Travel through the desert to Siwa Oasis
Festivals and Events
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Ramadan and Eid
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- July 9 - August 7, 2013 View available trips in Egypt
- June 28 - July 27, 2014 View available trips in Egypt
- During the ninth and holiest month in the Islamic calendar, Ramadan is observed by most in Egypt and is thought to be a time of spiritual rejuvenation. For this month, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset - refraining from eating and drinking during daylight hours. Eid marks the end of fasting with three days of feasting and celebration.
Intrepid has no control over changes made to festival and event dates and activities. Note that some Intrepid trips which include an event as part of their itinerary, may be surcharged. Where festivals or events are not included as part of an Intrepid trip, all costs associated with the event will need to be paid for by the client. Please check before booking your Intrepid trip that it does match up with key festival or event dates.
Egypt's Top Picks
In Ancient Egypt, the heart (not the brain) was considered the holder of wisdom, intellect and thought
Top 10 Ancient Wonders of Egypt
- Grand Designs: The original grand design - monumental and magnificent - the Pyramids of Giza are an impressive achievement in ancient engineering. Towering above the desert sands and standing proudly for centuries, the first glimpse of these stunning structures will render visitors breathless.
- Stony Enigma: Be captivated by the mysterious aura of the Great Sphinx of Giza. This monolithic mythical beast possesses a lion’s body and a human head - and has sat quietly in the desert sands for eons. Gaze at the Sphinx and try to work out the riddle of its existence.
- Mighty Nile River: No trip to Egypt is complete without visiting the Nile River - the life force of Egypt that has flowed for centuries. A provider of irrigation, an essential travel route, home to hippos and crocodiles, and now a source of leisure for locals and travellers alike, the Nile is an aquatic link to Egypt’s ancient heritage.
- Terrific Temples: Discover an enormous open-air museum like no other. The awe-inspiring Temples of Karnak are filled with stately statues, immense columns and gigantic gateways. Explore this intriguing site and be left in no doubt about the brilliance of the ancient Egyptian civilisation.
- Holy Mountain: Embark on a trek to the top of Mt Sinai and witness an incredible golden sunrise to remember. A place of worship for many faiths, a pilgrimage to Mt Sinai reveals stunning scenery, an ancient monastery and historic chapels. An iconic highlight of Egypt for believers and non-believers alike, Mt Sinai is not to be missed.
- Double Happiness: Located in the Nile Valley, the unique Temple of Kom Ombo is a ‘double temple’ and a rare archaeological find. Dedicated to two gods, a visit here is a true highlight of an Egyptian escapade. Marvel at the well-preserved wall reliefs, try to decipher the hieroglyphics and honour the craftsmen who created this wonder.
- Museum Magic: Step into a dazzling world of antiquity at the Egyptian Museum. Be amazed by the glittering treasures recovered from King Tutankhamun’s tomb – with jewellery, furniture, chariots and that famous gold funerary mask, this pharaoh was certainly prepared for the afterlife.
- Roman Ruins: The Roman ruins of Kom el-Dikka in Alexandria may not be the biggest, but they are certainly among the best-preserved in Egypt, if not the world. Soak up the atmosphere of the Roman amphitheatre and imagine it in all its glory - packed with 800 spectators ready for action.
- Colossal Characters: Near the modern city of Luxor stand the imposing Colossi of Memnon. These massive stone statues of Amenhotep III, while badly damaged, still maintain an unmistakable air of authority. Stand below them and be dwarfed by the scale of these tremendous figures.
- The Ancient Heart of Cairo: Wander the cobbled streets of Islamic Cairo and uncover the ancient heart of this chaotic city. Admire mosques, palaces and houses, and peruse the goods on offer at one of the world’s oldest bazaars. Dating back to medieval times, the Khan al-Khalili bazaar is where people have traded goods for centuries.
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Egypt at a glance
- 32
- Cairo (population 7 million)
- 82 million
- Arabic
- EGP
- (GMT+02:00) Cairo
- Type C (European 2-pin)
- +20
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