Explore the essence of a classical holiday in Egypt with our comprehensive guide. Discover the top destinations, luxurious accommodations, expert tour guides, and rich historical and cultural experiences that make Egypt the ultimate destination for a timeless vacation.
How to enjoy a classical holiday in Egypt is a very important question that needs to be answered in order to have a marvelous vacation in Egypt. This article's main goal is to offer every traveler all the information and details about how to enjoy a classical holiday in Egypt. This article was written by a group of very skilled team of tour operators, tour guides, and travel consultants who understand all the elements needed to enjoy a classical vacation in Egypt.
A classy holiday that is waiting for you in Egypt the land of wonders and dreams. To enjoy a classic holiday in Egypt isn't like any other where you will get to explore a beautiful country filled with incredible destinations offering the chance to discover the oldest archaeological and natural creations on the planet in the arms of the immortal cities of Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, and Hurghada.
Every second spent in Egypt is a true wonder waiting to happen that will create a beautiful memory in your mind that lasts forever. Here is everything you need to know about how to enjoy a classic holiday in Egypt.
The secret to enjoying the most complete and enchanting holiday includes choosing the destination that appeals to each traveler who wishes to discover the unique allure and grandeur of some of the greatest archaeological and natural marvels on the face of the earth. One of the elements that make Egypt special is its abundance of diverse destinations that provide a fully classic holiday filled with tropical excitement, like Hurghada, where the beauty and charm of the Red Sea are truly magical.
The historical rush in the mesmerizing cities of Egypt which are the city of minarets Cairo, the bride of the Mediterranean sea Alexandria, the city of the gods Luxor, and the glorious city of Aswan, which was cultivated to more than 4500 years collecting monuments and artifacts from different eras. Combining the historical and tropical majesty of Egypt will make your holiday a true one to remember, so make sure to pick the destinations that you truly desire.
The accommodation will make your holiday the pinnacle of tranquility and bliss so it is wise to choose the most fitting hotels across your journey in the heavenly cities of Egypt. If you want to make your stay in Egypt truly classical, then accommodation in one of Egypt's hotels is a miracle that can't be missed, where you will receive the most amazing and comfortable services in the most charming surroundings.
Across all the destinations of Egypt are a number of top-rated hotels that, for many decades, have granted travelers from all over the world a heavenly dream that reflects the true allure and greatness of Egypt. Everyone can pick from a wide selection of international hotels in all the Egyptian cities, which are:
Cairo Hotels | Luxor Hotels | Aswan Hotels | Hurghada Hotels |
Four Seasons | Hilton Luxor | Pyramisa Isis Island Aswan | Steigenberger Al Dau Beach |
Kempinski Nile Hotel | Sofitel Winter Palace | Movenpick Aswan | Marriott Hurghada Beach |
Fairmont Nile City | Sonesta St George | Tulip Aswan Hotel | Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh |
Sheraton | Steigenberger Nile Palace | Sofitel Legend Old Cataract | Baron Palace Sahl Hasheesh |
In your classical holiday, you will get to discover all the history and culture of Egypt that surrounds this great majestic nation through your professional tour guide, who will enlighten you with incredible knowledge and facts that span thousands of years. Your guide will provide the most amazing sense of protection and will provide the secrets & hidden spots of the city that will be able to shed light on the incredible essence of this everlasting country.
During your classy holiday in Egypt, your seasoned tour guide will be your wise and professional sage during your adventure, revealing some of the most epic archaeological milestones ever created in history, which will surprise you with mythical tales and incredible information that will enrich your heart, soul, and mind with a beautiful sensation of wisdom and admiration for this phenomenal lands and water.
Behind every drop of water and speck of dust in Egypt is an entire history waiting to be explored, like in its heavenly cities that stood the test of time for many ages to surprise all of mankind with the unique collection of stories and facts that will enrich every single second with absolute wonder and make this holiday adventure truly memorable.
The heavenly city of golden wonder and ethereal miracles Cairo is famous for holding many archaeological wonders from different time periods that were cultivated over four thousand years, like the Giza pyramids complex, the sphinx, the Gem Museum, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, the step pyramid of Saqqara, and more plus cultural wonders that uncover the urban beauty of this heavenly attraction but also housed a great number of Coptic attractions like the hanging church and more plus an unbelievable number of Islamic monuments such as the golden Khan el Khalili bazaar, the glorious Cairo citadel, the epic Muizz Street, the heavenly Ibn Tulun Mosque, the majestic Amr Ibn Alas Mosque, and many more.
Cairo offers the secret recipe to live the most beautiful classical holiday within some of the most magnificent attractions and spots of cultural centers, art galleries, museums, restaurants, souks, cafes, and more that make every single second feel like pure bliss and wonder.
The pearl of the Mediterranean is a universal hub for incredible archaeological ruins and mythical tales of great gods and kings through the marvelous times of the Greco-roman period, such as the Catacombs, Pompey pillar, and more, plus the captivating Mamluk Qaitbay citadel built on top of the ruins of one of the seven wonders of the ancient wonder called the lighthouse of Alexandria.
Alexandria will provide the most mesmerizing scenery of the legendary Mediterranean Sea, which mixes perfectly with the epic structures of this immortal wonder. The city will provory of this shining realm of wonder that has the power to create a magnificent holiday filled with absolute bliss and thrill.
All across the way in upper Egypt is the city of hundred doors Luxor one of the greatest open-air museums on earth which were the center of the biggest man-made religious temples on earth Karnak the headquarters of the religious life which was dedicated to the holy triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.
At the entrance of the city is the colossal Colossi of Memnon that was moved all the way from Cairo to Luxor. The beautiful Luxor temple is the second largest temple after the Karnak temple which celebrates the harvest festival of Opet.
The Valley of the Kings is the most significant landmark in Luxor, which holds 63 tombs, some of which are 20 royal tombs of the biggest names in ancient Egyptian history, like Ramses II, Tutankhamun, and many more. The beautiful temple of Queen Hatshepsut is an ideal example of the pure classical architectural style of the New Kingdom of Egypt.
In the southern part of Egypt is a magical Aswan city that has always acted as the final frontier. Queen Hatshepsut ordered the creation of the Unfinished Obelisk, which showcases great details about the construction process of ancient Egypt. The miraculous temple of Abu Simbel was constructed in 1244 B.C. by Ramses the Great to honor the gods and immortalize his identity and legacy.
The Philae temple of Goddess Isis was built in the Greco-Roman period in 696 BC to reflect the religious aspects of the ancient Egyptian civilization. The Temple of the Sky Falcon God Hours Edfu Temple was constructed in 237 BC on the battleground against his Evil uncle, the God of Desert, War, and Chaos "Set". Boarding a Nile cruise to or from Aswan and Luxor will give you the chance to witness the Greco-Roman double temple of Kom Ombo, built between 332 and 395 BC, which honors the crocodile god Sobek of the Nile.
Inside the heart of the marvelous city of Cairo is the Giza Pyramids Complex, which holds the three great pyramids of Giza created in the old kingdom of ancient Egypt (2575-2150 BC), which includes the last intact wonder of the ancient world. The pyramid of Khufu and the oldest and biggest statue in the world, the sphinx. The finest manner to explore all the secrets of the pyramids is with a tour guide who will be the key to enjoying a luxurious and classical time among the Giza pyramids.
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Read MoreThe sands and structures of Giza will enrich everyone with an epic experience across the greatest archaeological milestone ever built in the history of mankind, which has the power to shed light on the greatness of this ethereal civilization that stood the test of time for many Egyptians. Every second of your holiday in the heart of the complex will be transformed into an epic memory filled with mesmerizing sensations and vibes.
Every single moment onboard the cruise will be transformed into the most majestic memory that uncovers the natural wonder of the Nile River in the most classical manner. The taste of a classy dinner on board a dinner cruise could be the highlight of your vacation in Egypt, where you will witness the full beauty of the heavenly Nile, where all the wishes of true joy, luxury, and satisfaction are turned into reality. Egypt is blessed with culinary arts and epic shows, which have the power to cultivate some of the most delicious dishes and drinks that carry a lot of culture and history.
Enjoy the Cairo dinner cruise on the longest river in the world where you will taste a truly delicious dinner meal and watching dance shows.
Read MoreThe Nile dinner cruise offers a chance to fully experience beauty, class & magic while dining on the delicious cuisines of Egypt and observing a colorful belly dancing show with a folklore band featuring an enchanting Tannoura spin in keeping with Egypt's whirling dervish's tradition. The dinner cruise will be the key to the divine allure and celestial creation of Cairo under the majestic shade of night as the moon will bounce back off the water, thus providing the most hypnotic scenery.
The culture of Egypt is very diverse and magical, which will ensure everyone puts a smile on their face and lives an adventure worthy of remembering for ages. The kind and hospitable nature of the ancient Egyptians will make your Classic vacation in Egypt truly majestic. Plus, you will get to explore the native culture of Egypt in every one of your destinations and discover all the new and awesome traditions of the Egyptians.
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Read MoreYour ears will hear new Arabic words explained by your tour guide, such as "Salaam Alaykum (hello), Ma's Salaama (goodbye), Min Fadlak (please) for male, and Min Fadlik for female, Shukran (thank you), Lu Samaht (excuse me), Aiwa (yes), Laa (no), Yalla (let's go), Mashy (okay), Afwan (You're welcome), Em'shee (go away)" and your eyes will witness beautiful attractions while your mouth will taste delicious cuisines like "Ful & Ta’meya (Fava Beans and Falafel)," "Mulukhiya", "Koshary", a traditional Egyptian pasta dish, and Kebab & Kofta, and the meat dish.
A Nile river cruise across the beating heart of Egypt is a way to feel the essence of tranquility, beauty, and class that has survived for thousands of years. Every traveler will come face to face with the Nile river, which has been the witness to some of the greatest events in the history of mankind. Onboard the Nile cruise, you will receive the finest services and experience full comfort and class while witnessing history passing before your eyes while being on MS Mayfair, MS Oberoi Zahra, MS Farah, the Nile Primuime, the Moon Dance, the Amwaj, and the Sonesta Star Goddess or many more amazing Nile River Cruises.
Through the Nile cruise, everyone will come to explore the ethereal and glorious attractions of Upper Egypt that convey the incredible history of this heavenly civilization that spanned over 4500 years; these attractions include Karnak Temples complex, Luxor Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, and many more. No holiday in Egypt is complete without Nile Cruise, so make sure to choose the most fitting and ideal time and, of course, budget so you can make your dream a vivid reality.
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Class always feels different under the sun rays of the tropical climate in Hurghada, where the allure of the Red Sea is reflected on the heart and soul of everyone who comes across it. Hurghada is the capital of tropical class as it holds a number of international restaurants, incredible cafes, artistic rich bazaars, sports centers, awesome spas, the coolest nightlife, and a number of exciting activities in its magical waters like snorkeling, diving, surfing and various more.
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Read MoreYour classical vacation across the Red Sea will be loaded with the sight and sensation of the most blissful aquatic marvels that will make every single moment feel like being in the soul of paradise. You will get access to some of the most epic marine activities. All the tropical natural marine wonders of Hurghada will complete your classical holiday quest across Egypt with rare visions of beauty, thus making every single moment the pinnacle of thrill and comfort.
If you are looking for class then a classical vacation to Egypt is a wish waiting to be granted through our Classic Egypt tours. This piece of heaven is the ultimate destination for a classic vacation so if you have already set your eyes on Egypt then there is no one better than our Egypt classic vacations that providing the purest taste of tranquility, adventure, and class.
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Some of the best places to explore include the Giza Pyramids complex, Khan El Khalili Bazaar, CairoCitadel, the Egyptian Museums, the catacombs, the Qaitbay citadel, Karnak temples complex, Hatshepsut Temple, Valley of the Kings, Philae temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Abu Simbel Temples, and more plus the tropical city resorts of the red sea in Hurghada.
There are a number of amazing holiday classic package that will please all our british guests such as:
4 Days Cairo and Luxor Classic Tour
6 Days Cairo, Luxor & Aswan Classic Vacation
7 Days Cairo and Upper Egypt classic Trip
8 Days Cairo and Nile Cruise Classic Tour
9 Days Experience Egypt Classic Tour
10 Days Classical Adventure in Egypt
11 Days Historical Vacation in Egypt
13 Days Culture Trip to Egypt
Each traveler will get to explore the heavenly country of Egypt which is filled with many amazing destinations such as the city of wonders Cairo, the pearl of the Mediterranean sea Alexandria, the city of a hundred doors Luxor, the mythical city of Aswan, and the exotic city resort of the red sea Hurghada.
6 Days Essence of Egypt is an incredible 6 Days affordable Classical Holiday Starting From $735 without including the price of the international flight ticket. This tour will offer every traveler the rare chance to explore all the history and culture of this immortal destination.
It is the ideal travel destination to mix culture, history, adventure, and relaxation. Every traveler will get to cast their eyes on 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites dating more than 4500 years and some of the most beautiful attractions in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and beaches across the red sea.
Egypt is one of the most affordable travel destinations as The Budget Tours range from $390 to $1099 while the Luxury Tours range from $1099 up to $3999 including everything without the international flight. For example, 8 days itinerary to Cairo, Alexandria, Nile Cruise between Luxor & Aswan plus Abu Simbel will cost about 2,400$ including everything from international Airfare to Accommodations.
Egypt is one of the safest travel destinations in the world right now, due to the low crime level when compared with the crime rates of many Western countries. In Mid 2021 world Health Organization places Egypt at the lowest level of coronavirus spread Risk across the world due to the measures taken by the Egyptian government that helped control the spread of the virus and ensure the safety of each traveler such as the cleansing of all the visited attractions on a daily basis which help record the lowest number of infections and the highest number of recovery cases.
The entire country of Egypt deserve to be explored with its every heavenly detail but there are places that must be seen before any other such as the breathtaking Hurghada's red sea, The wonders of Cairo the pyramids of Giza, the great sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the wonders of Luxor like Valley of the Kings, Karnak & Hatshepsut temple and the wonders of Aswan such as Abu Simbel temples, Philea temple, Unfinished obelisk and The Wonders of Alexandria like Qaitbat Citadel, Pompey's Pillar and Alexandria Library. Read more about the best places to visit in Egypt.
If you want to apply for a Visa On Arrival that lasts for 30 days then you should be one of the eligible countries, have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining and pay 25$ USD in cash, as for the E-Visa for 30 day you should have a valid passport for at least 8 months, complete the online application, pay the e-visa fee then print the e-visa to later be presented to the airport border guard. You could also be one of the lucky ones who can obtain a free visa for 90 days. Read more about Egypt travel visa.
Egypt has a variety of delicious cuisines but we recommend “Ful & Ta’meya (Fava Beans and Falafel)”, Mulukhiya, “Koshary”, a traditional Egyptian pasta dish, and Kebab & Kofta, the Egyptian traditional meat dish.
The best time to travel to Egypt is during the winter from September to April as the climate becomes a little tropical accompanied by a magical atmosphere of warm weather with a winter breeze. You will be notified in the week of your trip if the Climate is unsafe and if any changes have been made.
You should pack everything you could ever need in a small bag so you could move easily between your destinations.
We have been creating the finest vacations for more than 20 years around the most majestic destinations in Egypt. Our staff consists of the best operators, guides and drivers who dedicate all of their time & effort to make you have the perfect vacation. All of our tours are customized by Travel, Financial & Time consultants to fit your every possible need during your vacation. It doesn't go without saying that your safety and comfort are our main priority and all of our resources will be directed to provide the finest atmosphere until you return home.
You will feel safe in Egypt as the current atmosphere of the country is quite peaceful after the government took powerful measures like restructuring the entire tourist police to include all the important and tourist attractions in Egypt. Read more about is it safe to travel to Egypt.
Wear whatever feels right and comfortable. It is advised to wear something light and comfortable footwear like a closed-toe shoe to sustain the terrain of Egypt. Put on sun block during your time in Egypt in the summer to protect yourself from the sun.
The best activity is by far boarding a Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan or Vise Versa. Witness the beauty of Egypt from a hot balloon or a plane and try all the delicious Egyptian cuisines and drinks plus shopping in old Cairo. Explore the allure and wonders of the red sea in the magical city resorts of Egypt like Hurghada and many more by diving and snorkeling in the marine life or Hurghada. Behold the mesmerizing western desert by a safari trip under the heavenly Egyptian skies.
There are a lot of public holidays in Egypt too many to count either religious or nation, the most important festivals are the holy month of Ramadan which ends with Eid Al Fitr, Christmas and new years eve. Read more about festivals & publich holidays in Egypt.
Egypt is considered to be one of the most liberal Islamic countries but it has become a little bit conservative in the last couple of decades so it is advised to avoid showing your chest, shoulders or legs below the knees.
Arabic is the official language and Most Egyptians, who live in the cities, speak or understand English or at least some English words or phrases. Fewer Egyptians can speak French, Italian, Spanish, and German. Professional tour guides, who work in the tourism sector, are equipped to handle visitors who cannot speak Arabic and they will speak enough English and other languages to fulfill the needs of all our clients.
The fastest way is a car, of course, a taxi. If you are in Cairo ride a white taxi to move faster or you could board the fastest way of transportation in Egypt metro if the roads are in rush hour.
The temperature in Egypt ranges from 37c to 14 c. Summer in Egypt is somehow hot but sometimes it becomes cold at night and winter is cool and mild. The average of low temperatures vary from 9.5 °C in the wintertime to 23 °C in the summertime and the average high temperatures vary from 17 °C in the wintertime to 32 °C in the summertime. The temperature is moderate all along the coasts.
It is the home of everything a traveler might be looking for from amazing historical sites dating to more than 4000 years to enchanting city resorts & beaches. You will live the vacation you deserve as Egypt has everything you could possibly imagine.