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Traveling To Egypt for a Holiday—How to Plan and the Cost

A cradle to the ancient civilization, Egypt is a nation that everyone must visit at least once in their lifetime. This paranormal country boasts a stunningly beautiful landscape that’s filled with cultural gems. Its milieu interspersed with a dash of heritage and exotic culture, the torrential river Nile, cosmopolitan cities, famed coral reefs, vast desert, and ancient monuments, are enough reasons to explore this world-renowned Land of Pharaohs.

Given the immense catalog of famous attractions, it’s correct to allude that Egypt has truly achieved the delicate balance between the old and the new. So, how much does it cost to travel to Egypt? What are some of the must-see attractions and must-do activities that make up a textbook Egyptian travel itinerary? Well, there’s a lot to put into consideration, but you’ll be astonished at how bargainous your dream trip to Egypt can really be.

How to Plan a Holiday in Egypt

Are you looking for idyllic Egypt tour packages? Honestly, you can be paralyzed by indecision, given the repertoire of options. The stakes are high and the choices of destinations are significantly extensive. The best modus operandi to planning a trip in Egypt is getting a personalized plan, then customize it to your liking and preferences.

This entails researching on a complete day-to-day itinerary based on your preferred destinations, refining your plans based on your budget and the best routes and schedules, and manage everything in one place after being gratified.

Obviously, a trip to Egypt will include the pyramid and exploration of the major wonderlands such as Aswan, Cairo, and Luxor. But the real question is how to incorporate the realistic exploration of both the northern and southern parts of the country.

A Nile experience is, without a doubt, a must-have undertaking in your travel plan, but do you really know how to go about it? Do you experience it by land or on a cruise? Let’s start with the basics—the must-do activities and must-see attractions in Egypt.

  • Experience the Nile Cruise

Typically, exploring the majestic River Nile comes down to two options—driving and sailing. A land-based trip is for travelers who prefer the experience of staying in accommodations, and those preferring to move at their own pace for a more customizable and less regulated experience. But, a Nile cruise vacation is for travelers seeking the tranquillity and lavishness that comes with sailing along the River Nile with various stops to consume everything that the river has to offer.

Of course, a Nile cruise will expose travelers to more given the experience that comes with seafaring, while at the same time, it allows sailors to equivocate the usual congestion of Egyptian roads. As suggested previously, Nile cruises from Aswan to Luxor are meticulously designed for people who want to experience the very best of both worlds… a world of luxury and that of ancient spectacles.

Feat on Egyptian cuisines onboard the cruise ships as you discover ancient highlights. Professional Egyptologists will be on hand as you visit some of the ancient temples, including Karnak, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae. The High Dam and the Granite Quarries should also be included in your itinerary. You can also decide to sail on a felucca around Kitchener’s Island to explore the famous botanical garden.

  • Visit Pyramids of Giza

As with Nile cruises, a visit to Egypt won’t be complete without a visit to the Pyramids of Giza. This territory remains one of the last surviving Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, housing the famous tombs of the mighty Pharaohs. It is guarded by the enigmatic Sphinx and continues to awe travelers throughout the world. For centuries, these enigmatic constructions have puzzled architects and archaeologists alike on how they were erected.

  • Take a Tour of Egypt’s the White Desert

Just a few miles from Egypt’s capital lies an alien landscape of chalk-rock that’ll make you feel like you’ve just landed on the surface of the moon. This unique white desert was formed through centuries of sandstorms and erosion, resulting in calcium rock formations that stack up together like great abstract statues.

Some resemble grandiose designations and have been branded names such as ‘Inselberg’ or ‘Monolith,’ while others shape up like known delicacies, branded terms such as ‘Ice-cream cone’ or ‘Mushroom.’ Others have received combo appellations such as ‘chicken and the atomic bomb,’ ‘chicken and mushroom,’ or ‘chicken and tree.’ You can spend a night camping in this desert to experience it all under different light settings.

  • Hot Air Balloon Riding

With just under $130, a hot air balloon ride represents one of the most spectacular ways to explore Luxor. It is the most beautiful way to see the planet’s largest open-air museum. The sunrise catches you while you’re floating up the clouds to introduce you to a world of awe-inspiring views. The sun hits the magnificent temples and other attractions beneath you, especially lighting up the green of the Nile banks.

  • Tour Alexandria

Regarded as the most European city in Africa, Alexandria is the perfect ‘home away from home.’ It was home to Cleopatra, was home to razzmatazz renegade of the Mediterranean, and was founded by Alexander the Great—this city has that attractive days-gone-by ambiance that can’t be matched. This is the place to be for aimless strolling along the seashore Corniche, souk shopping, and café-hopping.

How much does it Cost

Traveling to Egypt is comparatively cheap, especially if you are coming from a developed nation. You can get dorm beds for as little as $10 per night or singles/doubles for less than $20 per night. Vegetarian meals, local food, and street food can go for as low as $1 to $2 per meal. Attraction sites entrance fees cost between $6 and 14, ½ for children and students.

Taxi fares can range anywhere from $2.50 to $11, depending on the distance and location. Nile cruises are also relatively cheap, given the privacy, luxury, and convenience they bring. But, the charges also depend on the number of days spent on the cruise and the level of luxury you’re seeking.

For instance, a 7 day Cairo and Nile cruise can go for as low as $999 per person, while an extended stay of, let’s say 12 day Pyramids, Hurghada, and Nile cruise can cost about $1330 per person.

This article does not necessarily reflect the opinions of the editors or management of EconoTimes.

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